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Bloom Bash is Friday, April 26 from 7 p.m. – Midnight Bloom Bash is a 21+ event kicking off Art Alive weekend with delicious food and cocktails, a Ferris wheel and other festivities in the plaza outside the Museum, after-hours viewing of the Art Alive floral exhibition, and special art installations, including work by Bay-Area graffiti artist Nisha Kaur Sethi, who was brought up in the graffiti scene and is currently an artist and activist working as a professional sign painter. She draws inspiration from and was deeply influenced by childhood trips to India, learning the world of hand-painted film posters. Bloom Bash will also feature sweet and savory delicacies from more than 30 top eateries, including signature cocktails, craft beer, and upscale wine, plus live music, unique performances, and all-night dancing. BLOOM BASH FEATURES: Divine savory and sweet delicacies from San Diego’s top fine dining eateries, including special offerings of delicious Indian cuisine An extravagant selection of custom, mixed libations from Hendrick’s Gin, Milagro Tequila, Panama 66, Harrah’s Resort Southern California, The Desmond at Kimpton Alma, Locals Only Vodka, and Above Board Craft beer by Rincon Reservation Road Brewery Wines by Pali Wine Co. and other remarkable thirst-quenchers Custom henna design application with Henna San Diego Stunning contemporary art installations After-hours access to the Art Alive floral exhibition Return of the Ferris wheel on the plaza sponsored by Harrah’s Resort Southern California Live music, unique performances, and dancing all night Plus, more to be announced… Join us April 25-28, 2024, for an immersive dream-like fusion of flowers and art. Learn more about Art Alive 2024. Tickets are also available online at https://www.sdmart.org/art-alive-tickets/. San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Film Forum Coronado presents the Coronado Public Library’s inaugural Animation Celebration Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6 p.m. in the Winn Room Coronado Public Library 640 Orange Ave. Coronado, CA 92118 619) 522-7390 Contact Info: Name: Jacqueline Luna Email: jluna@coronado.ca.us Phone Number: (619) 522-2479 Presenter: Ralph Delauro Coronado Public Library’s 1st Annual ANIMATION CELEBRATION, is dedicated to showcasing an eclectic spectrum of styles and techniques in this vibrant and imaginative art form. This celebration will take place in two parts. The first will take place Wednesday, July 17 at 6 p.m. The second, all ages focused celebration will take place on Saturday, July 20 at 2 p.m. and feature shorts to entertain the young and old. Highlights of the festival include: Closed Mondays (1974), Will Vinton’s groundbreaking, Oscar-winning claymation; Paradise (Paradis) (1984), a surreal fable utilizing multiple exposures, cell animation and pinholes; Quasi at the Quackadero (1975), a psychedelic trip to an amusement park traversing time, dreams and memories; and Betty Boop in Snow White(1933), the Boop-oop-adoop girl stars in this wacky take featuring the rotoscoping of Cab Calloway. Other titles include: "Hunger" (1974); "The Wizard of Speed and Time" (1979); "Is it Always Right to be Right" (1970); "Logorama" (2016); "Mona Lista Descending a Staircase" (1992). This event will supersede Film Forum for this week only.

In 1942, the United States incarcerated over 125,000 Japanese Americans in concentration camps during WW2—including 1150 from San Diego. AjA’s Civil Liberties Project aims to remember this history through art while drawing parallels to the injustices happening today. Come view this art exhibit at Ocean View Growing Grounds, commemorating the erased history of San Diego’s Japanese American communities and its ties to the current humanitarian crises happening locally and internationally. Come join us for an afternoon of art, conversation, food, poetry, and mutual aid. Engage in direct collective action by making care packages for migrants and raising money for San Diego mutual aid groups. For more information visit: theajaproject.org Stay Connected on Instagram

This weekend in the arts: Site-specific art in Logan Heights; choreography from the current and former Malashock Dance directors; San Diego Black Arts Festival at the Globe; Mainly Mozart festival; free admission at The New Children's Museum and more.

The 59th Annual Independence Day Festival at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido is back! Join us on July 4th for an unforgettable Independence Day celebration in Grape Day Park. Immerse yourself in live performances by celebrated artists, indulge in delicious offerings from local food trucks, satisfy your thirst with local craft beers and spirits, explore the artisan market, enjoy exciting games and activities for all ages, and get ready for a spectacular fireworks display that lights up the night sky. This year we are excited to announce we will be extending the festival to a concert series, for FREE! Starting July 4th our lineup includes the dynamic sounds of Daring Greatly, Ian Moore, the Navy Band Southwest 32nd Street Brass Band, SambaDa, SM Famillia, E.N Young, and MohaviSoul! Don’t miss this incredible festival marking our nation’s independence in style! Schedule: Daring Greatly Thursday, July 4th | 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Ian Moore Thursday, July 4th | 6:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Navy Band Southwest 32nd Street Brass Band Thursday, July 4th | 8 p.m. - 9 p.m. Fireworks Display Thursday, July 4th | 9:05 p.m. - 9:20 p.m. SambaDá July 5 @ 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Great Green For the past 25 years, SambaDá has been building a musical bridge between traditional and contemporary Brazilian sounds, with roots in Africa and influences from around the U.S and the Free SM Familia & E. N Young July 6 @ 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Great Green SM Familia is a collective of colleagues brought together by El Gato to create a sound that has not been often heard. SM has slowly become one of San Diego's premier Roots Reggae backing band for many legendary Jamaican artist like Sister Nancy, Michael Palmer, Eek A Mouse and more. During this time, they were Free Mohavisoul July 7 @ 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Great Green MOHAVISOUL, is a 5-piece, award-winning, San Diego-based, California-style Contemporary Bluegrass-Americana band (Grassicana) playing original music that combines West Virginia roots with 5th-generation California heritage since 2012 . Free

In the world of true crime, Fall River, Mass. is known for Lizzie Borden, but another murder 60 years earlier captivated New England. Kate Winkler Dawson tells the story in The Sinners All Bow.

Each culture that celebrates the Lunar New Year has traditions passed down from generation to generation that are thought to bring good luck. NPR readers share theirs.

Southern California artist Alexis Smith has two works of public art in the prominent Stuart Art Collection at UC San Diego and was recently celebrated in an exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego.

🎃🍂 **Join Us for a Pumpkin Succulent Workshop!** 🍂🎃 Get ready to celebrate the Halloween season with creativity and style! We’ve teamed up with Jill, the owner of Tree House Succulents, for our upcoming Pumpkin Succulent Workshop at Solterra Winery and Kitchen. You’ll learn how to craft the perfect fall centerpiece to impress your guests and elevate your autumn décor. **What to Expect:** – Bring your own pumpkin and unleash your creativity as we guide you in decorating it with lush succulents – Add a touch of Halloween magic with festive decor and paint your pumpkin in stunning gold and black. – Enjoy a fun, hands-on experience surrounded by fellow enthusiasts and the spirit of the season. Solterra is a local gem with amazing food and prize-winning wine. Their kitchen offers tapas, flatbreads, burgers, charcuterie boards, and more!! Check out their menu HERE. This event will be held indoors with local artists in their beautiful and private barrel room! Solterra’s happy hour starts at 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. daily, so if you want to take advantage of a happy hour make sure to show up early to place your order!! Kids 15 and older may join. Whether you’re a crafting pro or a beginner, this workshop is perfect for everyone! We can’t wait to see you there! 🎨🍁 We encourage artistic freedom! You can alter the painting to fit your style and use any of our colors. Visit: https://paintingandvino.com/event/pumpkin-succulent-workshop/?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Solterra Winery on Instagram

🎨🍷 **Join Us for a Fall Halloween Paint and Sip at Cheval Winery!** 🎃🌻 Prepare for a creative evening filled with fun, laughter, and a splash of Fall! We’re thrilled to invite you to our Halloween-themed Paint and Sip event at Cheval Winery in beautiful Escondido. In this 2 1/2 hour guided class, you’ll paint a whimsical masterpiece on a 12×14 canvas titled **”Sunflower Crow.”** Under the guidance of our talented instructors, you’ll create a charming black crow perched amidst a vibrant field of sunflowers—a perfect blend of the Fall spirit and autumn beauty. Whether you’re an experienced artist or a beginner, this event is designed for everyone! Enjoy a selection of our finest wines as you unleash your creativity and make unforgettable memories with friends. Check out one of the most popular wineries in Escondido, CA! HERE for the next class! This venue is dog-friendly and wheel wheelchair accessible. This venue does not offer food but has visiting food vendors (make sure to contact the venue to see if there is a food truck visiting on the day of the event). Feel free to bring snacks, or make sure that you can get a bite to eat before our paint-and-sip event. Plenty of parking is available. This is a 21+ venue. Hours of operation are Friday 4 p.m. - 7 p.m, Saturday & Sunday 2 p.m.-7 p.m. We encourage artistic freedom! You can alter the painting to fit your style and use any of our colors. Things to know: We require a 48-hour notice for cancellations/rescheduling. Refunds must be requested within 3 days of purchase. After 3 days a credit will be given. Check-in begins 15 minutes before the event start time. Give yourself time to park to avoid arriving late. No outside food or drink is allowed. They are available for purchase. Wine is not included in your ticket purchase. If you have any questions about the event, feel free to contact customer service. COVID Safety For the Safety of our Guests, Venues & Instructors we make sure to sanitize and clean all supplies before every event. If you have a fever or do not feel well, please stay home. The 48-hour cancellation policy will still be in effect if you need to cancel due to illness. Visit: https://paintingandvino.com/event/sunflower-crow-paint-and-sip/?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Cheval Winery on Instagram and Facebook