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Are you ready to Party for the Planet? In honor of Earth Day, Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego is hosting Party for the Planet, a family-friendly event celebrating our ocean planet while highlighting some of the simple steps we all can take to make a difference. The event runs April 20-21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes an hourly parade, people powered music and interactive stations that show how we can collectively tackle some of our planet’s greatest climate challenges. “Taking care of our ocean planet can be fun,” said Matthew Arrollado, Public Programs Coordinator at Birch Aquarium. “Our community can be great stewards of the environment every day of the year. We encourage San Diegans to spring into action by making small adjustments in their everyday lives that collectively can have a massive impact for our planet.” Party for the Planet Schedule of Events/Activities Entrance Courtyard Carbon Station (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.): Breathe in, breathe out. Explore natural and unnatural sources of carbon dioxide, how increasing emissions impacts our local ecosystems, and what we can do to help protect our ocean planet. Bike Powered Music (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.): Pedal your way to your favorite tunes with Rock the Bike. Guests can take a break and pedal a stationary bicycle to play a curated selection of music through speakers in the entry courtyard. Glitter Tattoos (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) Galleria Craft Station (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.): Get ready to party… for the planet! Design and create your own party hat headband to show off during our party for the planet parade! Society for Conservation GIS (SCGIS) (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.): Join the Society for Conservation GIS (SCGIS) - San Diego Chapter to learn about how we use maps to understand our changing kelp forests and how these tools can inform action to protect these important habitats. Blue Beach Hourly Parades (11, 12, 1, 2): Make some noise and celebrate our ocean planet with a parade starring YOU! Dance, march, and make some noise while boogieing behind our staff drum major through the aquarium! Kelp Conversations with Planeteando (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.): Engage with climate communicators from Estudios Planeteando. Kelp Art Station (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.): Contribute to an upcycled kelp art project crafted by Barrio Logan-based fabric artist Sew Loka. Improvisational Performances (1:15 and 2:30 p.m.): Take in improvisational performances by Imagine Theatre Company and The Chrysalis: Monarch Center for the Arts as they connect guests’ personal ocean stories through art and theater. Party for the Planet is part of an annual nationwide initiative by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) and its 220-plus accredited members. The event is included with the cost of General Admission. Annual memberships are also available. Now through Labor Day, the aquarium is open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on select nights and advanced reservations are required for all guests, except members. Visit aquarium.ucsd.edu for more information about Party for the Planet. Birch Aquarium at Scripps on Facebook / Instagram

When an air raid siren went off recently in Kyiv, a young singer spontaneously began harmonizing with the alarm. The result went viral on social media.

The revered interdisciplinary artist, now in her 80s, remains vigorous and regards the joy of curiosity as the key to staying young.

President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration comes at a pivotal time in American history. Insulated from controversy, Trump will enter the White House more prepared than when he first won in 2016.

Coastal Roots Farm, a nonprofit Jewish community farm and education center in Encinitas is teaming up with the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center and Limmud North America for a special “Express Freely, Art-Making Day” on the Farm, Sunday, Mar. 31 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. The community is invited for a day of community artmaking and creative exploration around the central theme of rebirth. Each participant will get to participate in two art tracks, choosing between creative writing, photography, theater/movement, choral singing, and visual art. To make this day extra special, the Farm has commissioned five teaching artists from across the U.S. to guide the sessions. No prior experience with the arts is necessary; all that is needed is the desire to try something new and the inner ok to let yourself play. This program is geared towards adults; kids aged 14 and up are also welcome. Two of the tracks will be particularly family friendly. For more information visit: coastalrootsfarm.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Get ready to immerse yourself in citrus delight at the 27th Annual Lemon Festival in Downtown Chula Vista! Scheduled for August 17, 2024, this beloved event pays homage to the city's citrus heritage, once known as the "Lemon Capital of the World." From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Third Avenue will be transformed into a lemon paradise, offering a plethora of lemon-themed treats, live music, photo opportunities with Tarty the Lemon, a cook-off competition, arts and crafts vendors, and a dedicated kids' area. The festival, organized by the Downtown Chula Vista Association, is a cherished tradition that brings together tens of thousands of locals and visitors alike to celebrate the city's agricultural history and vibrant community spirit. Come down to Downtown Chula Vista and squeeze the day at this year’s Lemon Festival! For more information on this year’s Lemon Festival please visit https://downtownchulavista.com/events/lemon-festival Downtown Chula Vista on Facebook / Instagram

After Timothée Chalamet showed up at his own celebrity lookalike contest, similar events have popped up in cities across and beyond the U.S. Here's a look at the winners — and what's behind the trend.

Sarah Stieber presents the 4th annual Sarah Stieber Gallery in Little Italy, unveiling her latest collection titled the "Integration Series." The experiential pop-up gallery will be open to the public from April 8 – June 17, with a grand opening celebration taking place on April 18. The figurative series explores multifaceted identities, illustrated by the illusion of overlapping transparent colors made entirely from cut and pasted tape. Known for integrating her art with the public through large-scale murals and immersive events, this year’s gallery concept is no exception. When visitors enter the gallery, they will feel like they are stepping into one of Stieber’s colorful, sparkling paintings and can engage with a host of experiential features. Visitors can step into a custom Polaroid photo ‘art booth’ adorned with colored transparencies to snap Polaroids of themselves, creating instant self-portraits in Stieber’s signature style and becoming part of the art themselves. In a special collaboration with Topo Chico Mineral Water, the brand will introduce "Sabores," their newest line of flavored sparkling waters, at the gallery in weekly "Sabores Saturdays" events. This public event series will feature live music, allowing visitors to sample the new flavors in a festive atmosphere. Key Events and Dates: VIP Opening Party: April 6 from 6-9 p.m. (Invitation Only) Public Grand Opening: April 18 from 5-8 p.m. (RSVP Required) Sabores Saturdays: Live music and tastings on April 13, April 20, May 4, May 11, May 18, May 25, June 1, June 15 Yoga in the Gallery with Wolf and Lion: June 9 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Gallery Hours: Monday: 4 – 9 p.m. Tuesday: Closed Wednesday – Friday: 4 – 9 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday: 12 – 5 p.m. The Sarah Stieber Gallery is open to the public April 8 – June 17 at 1943 India St, San Diego, 92101. For more information, visit https://sarahstieber.com/events/

Barring a last minute sale by its Chinese parent company, TikTok could soon go dark in the U.S. Now, creators on the Chinese-owned platform pay tribute to it — and talk about what's next.

This weekend in the arts: The Old Globe commemorates Juneteenth by celebrating Black creativity; "Final Fantasy" video game music gets the chamber orchestra treatment; Alice Walker's powerful story comes to Carlsbad; plus more art, culture and live music picks for the weekend.