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Held every Summer since 1998, the Carlsbad Village Association’s Art in the Village will return on Sunday, June 25 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., bringing 115 local and regional fine artists for a unique one-day, open-air art show. All artwork is juried and patrons can meet the artists in their booths the day of the event. Oil, watercolor, mixed media, digital, photography, glasswork, woodworking, jewelry, pottery, and more will be on display and for purchase. Celebrating the dynamic art culture in Carlsbad Village and the surrounding areas, this annual event attracts 7,500 art enthusiasts each year. Starting at 9 a.m., just two blocks from Carlsbad State Beach, attendees can browse dynamic exhibits and meet the artists along State Street and Grand Avenue. Art in the Village will also feature: - Live sculpting, pottery, jewelry making, and painting demos throughout the day. - Pop-Up Art: An Interactive Encounter (formerly Family Open Studios), that provides a 400 square foot art-making pavilion for children and their families, operated by the City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Office. - Live music on the Grand Avenue stage by The Ramblin’ Sweethearts and the That’s Right Band sponsored by Ting, with local musicians playing throughout the venue. - Food, Wine, and Beer Garden - this is a family-friendly location in the heart of the venue at the corner of State Street and Grand Avenue that will offer gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches by Drippin’ Kitchen, fish burritos and poke by Nico’s Fish Market, and fresh Acai Bowls by Acai Surf & Roll, along with craft beer by Pure Project and wine by Carruth Cellars. - New this year is a vibrant temporary pop-up art installation consisting of 10 curated surfboards by local and regional artists. Each Carlsbad-centric image is unique and highlights a different medium including carving, stained glass, mosaic, mixed media, airbrushing, acrylic and oil painting. The surfboards will be on display at Art in the Village and on display the week prior throughout Carlsbad Village. More information here. Sponsors include the City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Office, Ting, Cutco Cutlery, EcoWater SoCal, Engel & Volkers, Farm Fresh To You, Republic Services, and Leaf Filter. ABOUT THE CARLSBAD VILLAGE ASSOCIATION The Carlsbad Village Association (CVA) is a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization whose core purpose is to lead the continual improvement of Carlsbad Village, making it the premier gathering place in North County San Diego.

As another major election inches closer, Democrats are navigating how TikTok fits into their 2024 campaign strategy, as the social media platform continues to be a top destination for young Americans.

Take dad to Sesame Place for a day of fun! From exciting rides to Sesame Street shows, there's something for everyone. Don’t miss the festive Sesame Street Party Parade, grab a special Father’s Day giveaway for dad, and more! Father's Day Gift Giveaway All dads will be given a special “Happy Father's Day” sticker as they enter the park. Plus, kids can show love for their daddies by receiving a Father's Day kid sticker! Location: Front Gate Available on a first come, first served basis. While supplies last. For additional information, please visit here. CONNECT WITH SESAME PLACE ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Join Sam in a pizza cooking class for Father's Day! About this Event: Join us at Graze by Sam for an exclusive Sam the Cooking Guy Father's Day Cooking Class! (P.S - You don't have to bring your father or be a father to join the fun!?) Cook your own personal pizza's with Sam! Everybody will get their own personal pizza to make with a choice of toppings and we will be cooking it right on our patio! Tickets include: - One welcome drink (soft drink, select wine, draft beer or well liquor) - Ingredients to make your own personal pizza - One Dessert CONNECT WITH SAM ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Learn techniques to help you learn to sew with knit fabrics. Overlock stitches, seam finishes, and how to properly work with those hard to deal with stretchy fabrics. Recommended skills for entry: know how to thread a sewing machine, and sew a straight stitch. Beginners welcome, but participants must know how to thread their machine and sew a straight stitch. Ages 12+ welcome! Note: there is a $15 material fee to be paid to the instructor at the start of the course. • Scholarships available • Homeschoolers welcome • Military and sibling discounts For more information visit: sandiegocraft.org Stay Connected on Social Media San Diego Craft Collective Instagram / Facebook

Play is foundational to learning in early childhood education. It is the cornerstone of development - a necessity. On November 9, join San Diego Children's Discovery Museum for STEMposium: The Power of Play! Designed to spark your love of learning and stretch your thinking, we will explore the practical applications of play in education and more broadly, human development. Registration includes a full day of learning from experts in the field, lunch, and networking opportunities. Speakers and panelists will present on the power of play with topics ranging from the different types of play, the importance of equitable play, the significance of low-stakes play, even in adulthood, and more! Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Point Loma Summer Concerts are a free, family friendly event for the Peninsula community and beyond. This year’s theme is “Music Through the Decades,” a trip down memory lane beginning in the 1940s and through the 1980s. Here’s the lineup: July 14: Big Time Operator (1940s) July 21: Scot Bruce Tribute to Elvis, The Early Years (1950s) July 28: Beatles vs. Stones (1960s) August 4: Full Strength (Disco Night) (1970s) August 11: DSB Journey (1980s) Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

We asked leaders in global health and development to share their wishes for the new year. Here's what they hope will happen in the year ahead. And readers, we'd like to hear from you.

Award-winning singing sensation Isabel Marie Sánchez joins the San Diego Symphony for a tribute to the music of beloved singer Selena. Don’t miss a night of iconic hits with full orchestra including “Dreaming of You,” “Como la Flor,” “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom,” “No Me Queda Más” and “I Could Fall in Love” in this unforgettable and emotional tribute to “The Queen of Tejano Music.” Note: program will be performed without intermission. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

The shipwreck, which took place overnight between Thursday and Friday, was the latest tragedy in the Mediterranean Sea along a key but dangerous route for migrants seeking a better life in Europe.