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A romance tattoo artist found her niche at the intersection of body art and books and is bringing her signature style to LoveLitCon, offering romance-inspired ink to fans.

Celebrate Black History Month in Balboa Park with a free comics convention spotlighting Black creators and artists.

First, the county has officially made good on their promise to sue the Department of Homeland Security if not granted access inside the Otay Mesa Detention Center. Also, we bring you a story about how a simple blood test could help to predict dementia. Last but not least, we visit a local gathering place that’s rooted in community and ancestral connection.

In this online discussion-based workshop, Dr. Sam Kolodezh will discuss the distinction between fools and clowns in Shakespeare’s theater, the performance and theater history behind them, as well as how the function and representation of Shakespeare’s fools and clowns continue to evolve and change. In short, we will think about fools and clowns from a variety of perspectives and approaches. A Zoom link will be sent out to all paying attendees two days before the event. All materials will be provided. All are welcome! We will be discussing Shakespeare, which means there will be some references to "adult themes." San Diego Shakespeare Society Member rate: $25 https://buy.stripe.com/6oU9AU0GJ52V1ik8ep1ck00 Non-Member rate: $50 https://buy.stripe.com/aFa7sM0GJ52V4uw52d1ck01 Dr. Kolodezh received his Ph.D in Drama and Theater from the Joint Program at University of California, Irvine and University of California, San Diego. He teaches at UCSD, LMU, and NYU. He is also the President of the Renaissance Conference of Southern California and a Secretary of the San Diego Shakespeare Society. He is also a local theater-maker and choreographer. His research interests include Shakespeare, Time, Camp, Queer Theory, Performance Philosophy, Character studies, and Humor. The San Diego Shakespeare Society on Facebook / Instagram

Dr. Gideon Rappaport, retired teacher and active dramaturge, who has spent over 45 years teaching Shakespeare, will explain how a dramaturge helps to improve the quality of the productions of Shakespeare’s plays for the benefit of the audience. Dr. Rappaport has taught Shakespeare, British Literature, and Humanities at Hamilton College, SUNY Cortland, Concordia University, the University of New Hampshire, The Bishop’s School, and La Jolla Country Day School. He has also served as theatrical dramaturge for numerous professional theatres including the Old Globe Theatre, the San Diego Repertory Theatre, the North Coast Repertory Theatre, and the Intrepid Theatre, to name just a few. The San Diego Shakespeare Society on Facebook / Instagram

The San Diego Museum of Art and the San Diego Shakespeare Society team up again to celebrate the summer solstice with an enchanted afternoon of performance and poetry! Patricia Elmore Costa and John Tessmer are co-directing/co-producing. Performances at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. For museum admission prices: https://sdma.ticketapp.org/portal/product/23 The San Diego Shakespeare Society on Facebook / Instagram

Classified as a comedy in the First Folio, Merchant is most renowned for its dramatic conflict between the Christian merchant Antonio and the Jewish moneylender Shylock, which explores themes of justice, mercy, and prejudice. Our Director is Sam Kolodezh. The San Diego Shakespeare Society on Facebook / Instagram

Classified as a comedy in the First Folio, Merchant is most renowned for its dramatic conflict between the Christian merchant Antonio and the Jewish moneylender Shylock, which explores themes of justice, mercy, and prejudice. Our Director is Sam Kolodezh. The San Diego Shakespeare Society on Facebook / Instagram

Viva La Raza: Reflections on San Diego’s Chican@ Movement is a multigenerational exhibition presented by The Woo in collaboration with Subcultura Curation in Barrio Logan, one of San Diego’s recognized cultural districts. Opening Saturday, April 11, 2026, the exhibition is inspired by the resistance, cultural pride, and community movement surrounding Chicano Park Day (April 25) and will be on view throughout that weekend. Through visual art, archival materials, photography, and storytelling, "Viva La Raza" brings together multiple perspectives reflecting the history, culture, and creative spirit of San Diego’s Chican@ community. The exhibition features Aztlan Archives as a central historical anchor, a focus on the Queer Chicanx experience in collaboration with Lambda Archives of San Diego, a community-led photography exhibition by Manuel Ceniceros and "All For Logan," and a solo presentation of new works by BRISK ONE. Together, these elements highlight both the legacy and ongoing evolution of the movement in San Diego. The exhibition offers visitors an opportunity to reflect on the histories, cultural contributions, and creative expressions that continue to define and inspire the region today. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Ricardo Rabines and Taal Safdie of Safdie Rabines Architects will present their firm’s design for the expansion of the Oceanside Museum of Art. This represents a significant milestone in the evolution of this local landmark, increasing the museum’s campus by 50 percent to occupy a full city block. The project preserves and adapts two historic Irving J. Gill landmarks, the 1934 former City Hall and the 1929 Fire Station No. 1, while introducing new gallery space, a dedicated education center, and expanded public programming. Friends of San Diego Architecture on Facebook