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Crunchyroll is officially headed to San Diego Comic-Con 2025, and it's bringing the massive worlds of anime and music together for Crunchyroll Anime FanFest: a two-day live music festival featuring performances from iconic artists, including SPYAIR, yama, Denzel Curry, INIKO and more! And you won't need a badge to attend. Crunchyroll returns to SDCC "bigger, better and louder" for the event, which will take over The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park behind the San Diego Convention Center for two full days of anime and anime-inspired music on Friday, July 25 and Saturday, July 26. The lineup for Day 1 on July 25 blends iconic talent from Japan's music scene with global, anime inspired music, from electronic to alternative rock: SPYAIR — Japanese rock band behind Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle theme yama — J-Pop singer behind SPY x FAMILY ending theme. ASH DA HERO — Punk rock band behind “Judgement” for BLUE LOCK Slushii — Anime-inspired DJ, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Magnolia Park — Alternative rock band Hyper Potions — Electronic artist known for anime-esque soundscapes.VGR — EDM producer known for video game and anime music remixesJames Landino — Composer and DJ behind Tower of God original soundtrack Then Day 2 on July 26 showcases anime's impact on hip-hop, R&B and more for fans to explore the interaction between anime fandom and music:Denzel Curry — Miami rapper blending underground hip-hop with anime (and previous guest on Crunchyroll's The Anime Effect podcast!) INIKO — Shonen anime-inspired genre-defying songwriter and producer Pink Pablo — Puerto Rican singer and producer. ALI — Boundary-pushing group behind “Lost in Paradise” for JUJUTSU KAISEN Yaeji [DJ Set] — NYC-via-Seoul artist, producer, vocalist, DJ and lifelong anime fan (also a previous guest on The Anime Effect podcast!)☆Taku Takahashi x Alenoise — DJ and producer of the Black Clover theme NOODLES — Los Angeles-based DJ. The event at The Rady Shell will also host exclusive artist and anime merch pop-ups, plus giveaways and the Activations Crosswalk, which is set to feature immersive experiences from anticipated anime series including Gachiakuta and the return of Kaiju No. 8 and The Rising of the Shield Hero.Crunchyroll Anime FanFest is free for all attendees (no badge for SDCC required!), with doors opening at 1 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Be sure to lookout for Crunchyroll Team Members and signage to direct you to the entrance.

Discover the tactile and expansive art of bookbinding, a medium that lends itself to various art practices. The class will enfold basic methods of bookbinding, where students will learn multiple processes of stitching and folding. Students will walk away from the class with multiple books to fill up however they please, ending the class with one simple fully realized book project. Although students may have bookbinding experience, this course assumes no formal training in the arts. Materials: Bee’s wax, thread, sewing needles, bone folder, punch awl, X-Acto blades, ruler, cutting mat, neutral pH adhesive, various papers. Max students: 8 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

This year’s black-tie event inspired by the miracles, intricacies, wonder, and power of nature features a special gourmet dinner created by Chef Jeffrey Strauss of the Pamplemousee Grill and dancing to the music of the Mighty Untouchables. Live and Silent Auctions as well as rooftop after party round out the evening. Patrons of the Prado is committed to raising funds supporting arts, culture, science, history, and theatre in Balboa Park and for programs that provide educational access, through our Bucks4Buses Initiative, for San Diego County K-12 schoolchildren to our nine beneficiaries. Since 1997, Patrons of the Prado has raised over 6.2 million dollars for our beneficiaries. Visit: https://www.patronsoftheprado.org/ Patrons of the Prado on Instagram and Facebook

The City of El Cajon will host fireworks on July 4th at 9 p.m. at Kennedy Park. Other free activities will be offered as well including: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. Train Rides 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. Arts and Crafts and Family Games 3 p.m. - 9 p.m. 35 Productions with DJ Danny 9 p.m. Fireworks Visit: https://www.elcajon.gov/discover-el-cajon/events/fourth-of-july

Paola Hernández-Jiao is the Public Matters community engagement manager at KPBS. Public Matters is an initiative that provides content, conversation and events ensuring all San Diegans understand their opportunity to participate in the democratic process including news stories on politics and governance, facilitated, in-person discussions around important issues that often divide us, helpful resources and explainers about participation in community groups and institutions that make decisions that impact our lives on a daily basis.

All ages 11+ are encouraged to participate! Using Air-Dry pottery clay, creating decorative clay vessels or small sculptures through the sculptural process of handbuilding! Through methods such as slab and coil construction of clay, participants will learn basic handbuilding techniques to create expressive pieces. Visit: https://www.hisawyer.com/artreach/schedules/activity-set/1422270?source=activity-schedule ArtReach San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Many California cities require homebuilders to create affordable housing or pay fees to support construction of those units. A new lawsuit contends those fees are unconstitutional.

Presented by the San Diego River Artists’ Alliance The San Diego River Artists’ Alliance creates art inspired by the San Diego River and it’s ecosystem. Drop by to see a variety of representations of the river in various mediums including painting, collage, paper, tapestry, photography, and fiber arts. This artist exhibition will take place simultaneously at two locations: Mission Valley Library, 2123 Fenton Pkwy, San Diego, CA 92108 T+C Park at Town and Country Resort on River Park Drive No RSVP required, but we would still like to know if you plan to attend: https://sdriverdays.org/activity/the-ebb-and-flow-of-the-river-presented-by-san-diego-river-artists-alliance/

Hosted by: Lorraine Cote The Museum and park is open and there should be plenty of parking in the main lot on Peyri Dr. as well as access to restrooms. Open to All Levels! Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape. How to Participate: Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: meetup.com/painter-86/ Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun! This is a non-instructional event. Paint to your heart's content and enjoy the dynamic surroundings. Visit: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/ Oceanside Museum of Art on Instagram and Facebook

Opening Reception | Día de las Madres Pop-up Exhibition Athenaeum Art Center, 1955 Julian Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113 Opening Reception: Saturday, May 10, 1 p.m. –8 p.m. May 9–10, 2025 Celebrate Mother’s Day with us at the Athenaeum Art Center (1955 Julian Avenue, San Diego 92113)! Join us for a special pop-up exhibition opening, May 9 and 10, with a reception on Saturday, May 10, 1p.m. – 8 p.m., featuring live mariachi (1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.) and printmaking demos. Submit artwork by Friday, May 2, to be included. DM with questions or for submissions (Instagram.com/athenaeumartcenter). Silkscreen and Relief Print Demonstrations by Kelvin Lopez and Phoenix Tran: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Xareni Lizarraga Rotated Works Presentation in the Print Studio / Last Chance for Artist Meet and Greet. Mariachi Performance: 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. ¡Celebra el Día de las Madres con nosotros en el Centro de Arte Ateneo (1955 Julian Avenue, San Diego 92113)! Venga a disfrutar de una exposición pop-up especial el 9 y 10 de mayo, con una recepción el sábado 10 de mayo de 1p.m. – 8 p.m. con mariachi en vivo (1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.) y demostraciones de grabado. Envíe obras de arte antes del viernes 2 de mayo para ser incluido. ¡MD con preguntas o para las sumisiones (Instagram.com/athenaeumartcenter). The exhibition can be viewed in the Catherine and Robert Palmer Gallery at the Athenaeum Art Center (1955 Julian Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113) during open gallery hours, Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and every second Saturday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., during the Barrio Art Crawl, and by appointment. 2025 Mother's Day Pop Up Art Show Entry Form Athenaeum Art Center on Instagram