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This spring, discover our picks for the best art and culture in San Diego, including visual art, theater, dance, music and literature — and even some picks for kids.

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents “Reverberating Notes”, juried by award-winning artist, Danny Greigo. The water-based media exhibition runs June 30 to July 27, 2024, at our Gallery in The ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station. The Opening Reception is Friday, July 5, 5-8 p.m. with over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The Gallery is open Weds-Sun, 11a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Please visit www.sdws.org for more information.

Join this vibrant cultural gathering that celebrates Indigenous traditions through music, dance, art, and community. Held in the Del Mar Arena, you'll enjoy colorful regalia, intricate dances, drum circles, and singing. Each dance features a unique style and significance. Attendees can also enjoy Native American arts and crafts vendors, traditional foods like fry bread and Indian tacos, as well as educational presentations on Native culture and history. This inclusive event welcomes guests of all backgrounds to join in the celebration and learn about Indigenous heritage and customs. Head Staff for this special program include: Emcee — Walter Ahhaitty Arena Director — Adam Loya Eagle Staff Carrier — Richard DeCrane Color Guard — AIVA of Southern California Head Gourd Dancer - Ivan Sam Head Man — Sam Bearpaw Head Woman — Julie Labrake Head Young Woman - Winter Begay Head Young Man — Gabriel Razo Head Tiny Tot Boy — Jaxton La Chappa Head Tiny Tot Girl — Willow Garfield Host Northern Drum — Bear Springs Host Southern Drum — Shakey Town Invited Northern Drum — Green River Invited Southern Drum — Red Warrior Bird Singers — Paul Cuero Jr. Dinner Break — Danza Azteca Xochipilli

Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with KPBS Passport! Discover how the couple's unique relationship led to the creation of the iconic 1971 album Imagine. The film features new interviews with Yoko, Lennon's son Julian, and others who knew the couple best, along with archival footage, audio and photos.

Every Monday at Noon Free concerts at Noon every Monday year-round . . . no wonder the Mini-Concerts are the longest-running and one of the most popular classical music series at the library! This series was founded by Glenna Hazleton in 1970 at the Athenaeum, and has been going strong ever since. The concerts feature both local and touring musicians, prize-winning students, university music faculty members, local chamber ensembles . . . and the repertoire also includes jazz, folk, and world music. There are no reservations, no tickets . . . just line up at the side door of the Athenaeum before Noon. (Donations are always welcome!) Mini-Concerts take place every Monday at Noon and last about an hour. Visit: www.ljathenaeum.org/mini-concerts Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

The date is set and the artists are selected for Vanguard Culture’s second ENVZN24: Urban Art Takeover. The biennial visual and performing arts festival will take place Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024 from 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. ENVZN24 Urban Art Takeover is a one-of-a-kind visual and performing arts festival that will transform urban areas of the Commercial Street corridor in Logan Heights with multi-sensory art interventions by creatives from both sides of the U.S./Mexico border. The ENVZN24 hub will be located at The Soap Factory at 2995 Commercial St, San Diego, California. Experience an unforgettable fusion of creativity and culture at ENVZN24! Immerse yourself in live dance performances, captivating theatre and music acts, mesmerizing large-scale puppetry, and a stunning fashion show by Fashion Week San Diego. Wander through art installations enhanced with curated soundscapes, indulge in a mini film festival, savor delicious food and drinks from local vendors, and so much more. Don't miss this extraordinary celebration of cross-border artistry! Building on the success of the inaugural event last fall, programming will now be presented in daytime and evening sessions. “By programming two sessions, we are able to increase the number of activities as well as present more family-friendly activities in the daytime,” explained Vanguard Culture Founder and Executive Director Susanna Peredo Swap. A food truck court has been added for festival goers to enjoy while experiencing the wide variety of bi-national presentations. Nearly 20 arts organizations and 100 artists will be participating. They include: San Diego Mesa College Art Gallery, Álvaro Gabriel Díaz Rodríguez, XoQue Art in Motion, Debby & Larry Kline, Diane Campana, Doris Bittar, Outside the Lens, Jon Savage, Laura Luna Castillo, Monty Montgomery, MALU, Natalie Gonzalez, ArtWalk SD, John Mireles, Jax Milliano & BLAC, Early Girl Creations, Firme Voices Poetry, So Say We All, The Rosin Box Project, Malashock Dance Company, Fashion Week San Diego, Animal Cracker Conspiracy, Common Ground Theatre, Fern Street Circus, SISU Dance Company, DrumatiX, Salvador Corona, Voices of our City Choir, and Poets Underground. EVENT DETAILS: DATE & TIME: Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024 2PM – 6PM DAYTIME FESTIVAL - Family-friendly art experiences, mini circus, spoken word, large-scale puppets, steamroller printmaking, live music, fashion show, food and drink vendors, and more. 4PM – 6PM: VIP Wine + Culinary Experience at the Soap Factory Courtyard. 6PM – 10PM EVENING FESTIVAL - Immersive art installations, mini-film fest, multi-media and virtual reality experiences, avant-garde fashion show by Fashion Week San Diego, live theatre, music and dance; food and drink vendors and more. Vanguard Culture on Facebook / Instagram

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The Taste of Oceanside kicks off its 10th anniversary weekend with the Taste of Oceanside VIP experience on Friday, October 4 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Oceanside Museum of Art. Attendees will enjoy bites from four special Oceanside guest chefs, live music, and the opportunity to explore the museum’s galleries. Tickets are available for the Friday VIP Experience only and VIP Friday + Saturday tickets also include admission to the main Taste of Oceanside event for a full weekend of gastronomic enjoyment. A portion of the proceeds from every ticket sold will be donated to Lived Experiences, a grassroots nonprofit in Oceanside, committed to assisting underserved families. Visit: https://www.mainstreetoceanside.com/taste-of-oceanside MainStreet Oceanside on Instagram and Facebook