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Bring the entire family to Free Second Sunday for our family series, Play Day! Learn about MCASD's newest special exhibition, "An Artful Life: A Tribute to Matthew C. Strauss," and, inspired by Nick Cave's Soundsuit (2009) explore how material and sound influence movement and the ways we listen to the world around us. Art Activity: Wearable musical bracelets using mesh, flowers, beads, and fabric April 13, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Visit: https://mcasd.org/events/play-day-4-13 Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

The open letter and accompanying petition asking publishers "to make a pledge that they will never release books that were created by machines" garnered more than 600 signatures within a few hours.

The Escondido Public Art Commission and Escondido City Council – together with the Escondido Downtown Business Association and Visit Escondido – announce April as ‘Arts, Culture and Creativity Month’ (ACCM) in Escondido. Throughout the month (of April), Escondido will host a variety of free events and resources in celebration of arts, culture, and creativity. The Public Art Commission is excited to fund nine projects that celebrate Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month this spring. All events are free to the public. The following are the recipients and the funded projects: - ArtHatch will host a month-long April Arts Showcase beginning April 12 - ESCO Alley Art & Downtown Business Association will complete a Community Unity School Initiative project at John Paul the Great University - CoLabCrafts will host weekly Escondido Makes Art workshops tailored to various ages and skill levels. - Escondido Arts Association will hold the Mayor's Art Contest and Exhibition, April 9 – May 2 A gallery reception will take place April 12 from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. - Escondido Choral Arts Foundation and California Center for the Arts, Escondido will host a First Wednesday at The Center Concert. The musical festival showcase will be on April 2 from 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. - Glass House Arts and California Center for the Arts will display a temporary sculpture installation * (pronounced star). The installation will be on display all month on the lawn of the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. - Escondido Arts Partnership will host two events: o Local Color and Ripple Effects, and o An opening day event in Heritage Garden on April 1. - Stone & Glass and California Center for the Arts will present a live glass blowing demonstration April 18 and 19 - Daydream Here Gift Shop will host an Escondido Art Tank a Shark Tank style pitch event on April 28. In addition to the events listed (above), Escondido’s MAGEC (Museums and Art Growing Escondido Culture) group is planning a full month of activities, including: - Art scavenger hunts, - Guided sculpture and mural walks, - Educational opportunities, - Pop-up art galleries and shows, - Hands-on art activities, and - 2nd Saturday Art Walk. The projects funded by the Public Art Commission are free. Some of the other activities may be ticketed or fee base, and may require reservations, while others are “drop-in.” Escondido takes pride in its well-established and diverse arts and culture community, which supports hundreds of artists. Numerous organizations offer youth programs, internships, and scholarships: Escondido invites the community to join in celebrating Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month by attending an event, exploring local art, and supporting creative businesses. For questions on Arts, Culture & Creativity Month in Escondido, reach out to the Escondido Downtown Business Association at (760) 715-4958. Visit: https://www.escondido.gov/1235/Arts-Culture-Creativity-Month#:~:text=This%20April%2C%20Escondido%2C%20CA%2C,in%20building%20a%20thriving%20community

Enjoy exclusive seating for the dazzling Big Bay Boom firework show with a Mediterranean Buffet at Garibaldi. Indulge in all-you-can-eat Antipasti Display, featuring a selection of Mediterranean cheeses, artisanal cured meats, and more. Next, dive into a Local Sustainable Seafood Display of peel-and-eat shrimp, harissa cocktail sauce, Mediterranean tuna tartar, preserved Kumaoto oysters and pomegranate mignonette, along with seasonal salad assortments including Yukon Potato salad, strawberry fattoush salad and the heirloom tomato salad. Enjoy twists on classic BBQ dishes including Harissa Glazed Baby Back Ribs, Hot Smoked Salmon, Mac & Cheese “Al Forno”, and more. Finish with Sweets such as Lemon Tarts, S’Mores Bites, and Red Velvet Cake Muffins. Tickets are priced at $130 and include complimentary self-parking for two hours. Reservations can be made via Resy. Garibaldi on Instagram

The quintessential California wine tasting experience – sun, sea, food, wine and music – all come together at this sun-splashed wine fest overlooking lush rolling hills with the shimmering Pacific beyond at Park Hyatt Aviara Resort's Heron Lawn. By 1 p.m. the joint is jumping at this Camelot-like white-topped tent village. Wine oenophiles will find hundreds of fine wines, regional craft brews and a dizzying variety of foods to sample. Artisanal cheeses, breads, olive oil, as well as shellfish, salads, chocolates, cakes, and more! A live band keeps the beat for this all-day feast for the senses where wine and food are king and queen. Visit: https://www.californiawinefestival.com/carlsbad California Wine Festival on Instagram and Facebook

Spend an unforgettable time inside our gallery during this guided painting activity while finding inspiration from the world-class artwork on display. Supplies and instruction are included. Leave the clean-up to us and take home your finished 8" x 10" at the end. Parking validation included. Visit: https://www.artscenewest.com/paintingparty Art Scene West on Instagram and Facebook

Del Mar Plaza is bringing free live music to the coast all July long during their Seaside Sessions series, held every Thursday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the Ocean View Deck. Guests can enjoy a rotating lineup of local artists spanning folk, soul, country, rock, and more, all set against panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. New to the lineup this month are The Fooks, The Shams SD, and Wolff, adding fresh energy to this coastal concert series. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early to dine, shop, and take in the sunset while enjoying the sounds of summer. July 3 – Michael Tiernan (Folk, Blues, Soul, Pop, Rock) July 5 – Tolan Shaw (Pop, Country) July 10 – Salty Papa (Soul, R&B, Jazz, Rock and Roll) July 12 – Sweet Juanita (Americana, Blues, Classic Rock) July 17 – American Mile (Southern Rock, Blues, Americana) July 19 – The Fooks (Irish Rock) July 24 – The Shams SD (Rock Covers from the 80s and 90s) July 26 – Wolff (Danceable 60s through 90s Pop and Rock Classics) July 31 – David Spitzfaden (Rock, Blues, Funk, Jazz Fusion, Pop) Seaside Sessions are free and open to the public. For a full lineup and details, visit www.delmarplaza.com or follow @officialdelmarplaza on Instagram.

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS app. Hosted by Dr. Jon Hallberg and Dr. Tseganesh Selameab, the film connects the arts and healthcare through the power of storytelling. Physicians share their experiences with race, racism, disparities in health care and representation, and anti-racist efforts in the medical community.

President Trump fired Carla Hayden, the Librarian of Congress, via email late Thursday night, the latest in a string of actions the president has taken to shape American cultural institutions.

Experience Divine Light healing, performed in a supportive group setting, as you are guided through a highly effective technique to receive spiritual energy to heal and transform your life. Whether you are seeking physical, mental or emotional transformation, Divine Light healing is a full-spectrum aura therapy. Each month, we will offer insights into the spiritual healing principles with the aura and Divine Light. Participants will be organized into small groups and receive a direct Divine Light healing from our trained spiritual healers. Plus, there is a special healing offered on the nervous system to release stress and tension. The aura is key to healing, because it is the place where you generate the spiritual energy to manifest health. Drawing on a 4,000 year mystical tradition, these techniques were developed by Barbara Y. Martin and Dimitri Moraitis and built on the clairvoyant experiences of Barbara over five decades. They are taught in their award-winning book The Healing Power of Your Aura which has been endorsed by medical luminaries C. Norman Shealy and Dr. Richard Gerber. “Spiritual energy is the single biggest key to building and sustaining health, because it connects you to your source of health.” Barbara Martin & Dimitri Moraitis – The Healing Power of Your Aura The SAI Faculty come from diverse backgrounds, yet have a common goal to share with others the metaphysical wisdom offered at the Institute. Teaching certification requires a minimum of seven years or more of practice and study. They have been trained by the Institute’s founders and are continuing their advanced studies at SAI to further their spiritual growth and service. Learn how to Meditate with Divine Light to Accelerate Your Spiritual Growth with the "Change Your Aura Change Your Life" course Visit: Divine Light Healing Night Spiritual Arts Institute on Instagram and Facebook