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Friday, September 19 join us for San Diego Made: LIVE, a free celebration of creativity, culture, and community at the San Diego Made Factory from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The evening features a lineup of live art and music performances, art demos, and open studios. All are welcome! Musical Performances Art + Creative Experiences: - Projection mapping installation - Live painting by Ana Violeta Additional Highlights: - $5 drink specials - Food for purchase by Miguelitos MORE TBA! This event is free and open to all ages. San Diego Made Factory: Website / Facebook / Instagram

On Monday, December 8, Mission Beach’s Sandbar will be hosting a Winter Market! Whether you’ve yet to start your holiday shopping or you just have a few items to purchase, Sandbar invites you to sip while you shop local creatives, small business owners, makers and artisans, and service providers. There will also be free raffles sponsored by Cutwater Spirits and Los Cuernos Wine. The Winter Market is from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m., and Sandbar is located at 718 Ventura Place, 92109. Sandbar on Facebook / Instagram

In this six-week course, students will explore the fundamentals of drawing through a variety of techniques and mediums, focusing on traditional practices such as line, shading, proportion, and composition. They’ll practice working from observation as well as their imagination, gradually building confidence in their technical skills. By the end of the session, students will bring together all the techniques they’ve learned to create a final, polished drawing that showcases their growth and creativity. Visit: https://www.hisawyer.com/artreach/schedules/activity-set/1605049?day=2025-09-18&view=cal&source=activity-schedule ArtReach San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

This is a 6-week course from September 16 - October 21, 2025. Students will learn the essentials of hand sewing while gaining confidence in their technical abilities. Throughout the six weeks, they’ll practice foundational skills, from safety and stitching basics to idea development, as they create functional and decorative pieces. The class wraps up with a final sewing project that highlights their growth and creativity. Visit: https://www.hisawyer.com/artreach/schedules/activity-set/1605041?day=2025-09-16&view=cal&source=activity-schedule ArtReach San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Come spend an ordinarily fabulous December eve with members of Storytellers of San Diego! Warm to timeless tales forged in the crucible of life experience, fables and folklore, personal and literary sources, and to hot holiday-themed java and chocolate drinks. Storytellers are JT Moring with guitar, Linda Brown, Marilyn McPhie, Tammy Burmeister, and hosted by Mindy Donner--possibly a surprise guest will tell. Revel in tales of travels, other worlds, the purview of selkies and more. Suited for ages 12 and up.

Local artists and galleries in El Cajon are coming together to host the 14th Annual Alley Cat Art Walk. This free, family-friendly event promises fine art, live entertainment, boutique vendors, and more along Main Street and Rea Avenue. Hosted by the art galleries, studios, museums, and small businesses in the historic Downtown El Cajon district, the Art Walk is a yearly celebration of the city’s flourishing creative scene. Along with special gallery shows, attendees can explore interactive art displays, artisanal craft booths while enjoying live music, beer on tap, and other entertainment. With all venues within walking distance, it’s easy to shop, discover new artists, and take in the range of artistic styles and mediums. Arts Alley will have many exciting new exhibits on display for the event. A highlight will be Sophie’s Gallery’s latest show "Passageways: Sea Life," which explores ocean life and experiences living by the coast, with pieces made from donated, upcycled and reimagined materials. The show includes mosaic fish and seascapes, beaded sea creature sculptures, wooden buoy wind chimes, aquatic-inspired accessories, and more. More must-sees down Arts Alley include "Summer Triptych" at SC Fine Art & Framing, an immersive exhibit featuring three distinct artistic voices exploring nature, social connectivity, and speculative futures. The Olaf Wieghorst Museum will display "The Etchings of Olaf Wieghorst," 27 original etchings from 1937-1940, including one original etching plate. The museum is also sponsoring the Alley Cat Art Walk Passport, highlighting participating businesses and galleries. Once attendees visit each business and get their Passport stamped by all, they can return to the museum to enter a raffle to win a special Olaf Wieghorst print. Other special exhibits include Bronze Sculptures at White Sage Gallery, Animal Portraits & Paint Parties at Rich Artist Studio, "Resilient Spirits" by Charlene Mosley at East County Art Association, and Eiffel Tower Paintings by Sophie’s Artists at Rob's BrewPoint. With its murals, galleries, restaurants, and charm, Downtown El Cajon offers the perfect setting for this community art celebration. St. Madeleine Sophie's Center on Facebook / Instagram

The San Diego International Film Festival is a 501c.3 non-profit arts and education organization that provides a year-round global narrative through film screenings, as well as a world-renowned annual Film Festival each October. Night of the Stars: A Celebration of Cinematic Excellence takes place Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025 at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, La Jolla - get tickets Visit: https://sdfilmfest.com/ San Diego International Film Festival on Instagram and Facebook

Come celebrate the opening night of the Solento Surf Festival Art Exhibit and check out works from Andy Davis and more. With works from multiple artists across different mediums, live music, food and drinks the SSF art exhibit will bridge the gap of traditional surf culture and art. Solento Surf Festival on Instagram

In this six-week course, students will explore the fundamentals of sculpture and design while working hands-on with clay. Students will learn how to transform a lump of clay into a variety of forms, culminating in a final project that showcases their skills. Ceramics offers a multi-sensory learning experience that supports different learning styles and encourages problem-solving, fine motor development, and confidence through experimentation and revision. Along the way, students will also strengthen collaboration, critical thinking, and an appreciation for creativity, culture, and community. Visit: https://www.hisawyer.com/artreach/schedules/activity-set/1605045?day=2025-09-17&view=cal&source=activity-schedule ArtReach San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Artist Marisol Rendón explores concepts of glory, self-deception and beneficial pests in her residency exhibit at the always-free Timken Museum in Balboa Park.