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For the San Diego African American Museum of Fine Arts, not having a building leads to an out-of-the-box approach to its exhibitions.

Celebrate National Poetry Month with a reading by San Diego Poet Laureate Paola Capo-Garcia followed by a Q and A. Refreshments provided. Paola Capo-Garcia on Instagram

Join artist Aaron Kramer for a hands-on workshop exploring the playful mechanics of automata. These are simple machines that use movement to bring small sculptures to life. Inspired by the Aaron Kramer: Sense of Wonder exhibition, participants will learn how he transforms salvaged materials, mechanical parts, and curiosity into imaginative kinetic creations. In this workshop, Kramer will guide you step by step in designing and building your own small automata machine using metal components and hand tools. As you bend, shape, and assemble the parts, you’ll discover how simple mechanical systems can create surprising movement and storytelling. All materials are included in the workshop fee. This workshop is best suited for teens and adults, as it requires some dexterity and strength to use the metal-bending tools. Kramer will provide guidance and assistance throughout the process to ensure everyone can successfully complete their piece. Come ready to experiment, tinker, and bring a bit of motion and wonder to your own handmade creation. Ticket Prices: Adult: $75 Member: $55 Space is limited. Register today! Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Join OMA’s Free First Sundays for Art for All! Each month, OMA welcomes friends and neighbors on Free First Sundays to join in Art for All, our fun hands-on art-making experience led by artists and cultural partners from our community. Join artist and professional tinkerer Aaron Kramer as he teaches you how to build your own cardboard automata. Inspired by his exhibition at OMA, Sense of Wonder, you’ll get to leave with your own kinetic sculpture. Whether you’re new to art or have your own creative flow, Art for All is the time to let your imagination soar. Visit our current exhibitions to spark your creativity! Explore different art-making materials through creative projects at each session while learning from local and regional artists. Check back each month to see what we’re up to next! These informal drop-in workshops are open to all ages. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. All materials are provided free of charge, while supplies last. All levels welcome! Ticket Prices: Free Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

"Instructions for Unrest: Art Against Complacency" Curated by Alessandra Moctezuma Opening Reception: Saturday, April 18, 4-7 p.m. Conversation with the Artists: Thursday, May 14, 6-8 p.m. Exhibition Dates: April 18 – May 14 Gallery Hours: Fridays 1-7 p.m.; Saturdays 12-6 p.m.; and by appointment Space 4 Art presents "Instructions for Unrest: Art Against Complacency," a group exhibition curated by Alessandra Moctezuma, Gallery Director and Professor of Fine Art at San Diego Mesa College. The third in a series of exhibitions at Art Produce Gallery in 2026, the exhibition opens with a public reception on April 18 from 4-7 p.m. and will remain on view through May 14. In keeping with Space 4 Art’s mission to promote meaningful dialogue and creative exchange, Moctezuma will lead a Conversation with the Artists on Thursday, May14 from 6-8 p.m. "Instructions for Unrest: Art Against Complacency" brings together artists who view art as a tool to disrupt and to sound an alert. Emerging from a moment of heightened political and social tension, the exhibition reflects on a year marked by widespread protest and renewed public resistance to policies that have caused national and global instability. In the United States and across the world, people have taken to the streets in response to political extremism, social inequity, environmental crisis, and the erosion of civil rights. Artists, too, have responded using their practices to question power, confront injustice, and refuse silence. The exhibition examines the role of art as a catalyst for awareness and action. Through diverse materials and approaches, the featured works expose systems of power, challenge historical amnesia, and confront our impulse to look away. Some artworks mourn loss, others invite participation, and still others demand accountability. Together, they insist that artistic expression can function as a form of civic engagement and resistance. Curator Alessandra Moctezuma frames unrest as a necessary friction that makes change possible. The exhibition invites viewers to look inward, and examine their own position and experiences within the social and political structures the works reveal. Produced by Space 4 Art and presented at Art Produce Gallery, the exhibition is part of ongoing efforts to support artists and activate cultural dialogue across the region through the Prebys Foundation’s Arts Ecosystem Grant. The exhibit includes artists: Doris Bittar, Jennifer de Poyen, Electronic Disturbance Theater (EDT), Patricia Frischer, Terri Hughes-Oelrich, Linda Litteral, Nicole Gonzalez, Nick McPherson (Nicholas Danger), Teresa Mill, Michelle Montjoy, Marcos Ramirez, Katie Ruiz, and Claudia Biezunski-Rodriguez (Sew Loka). The public is invited to attend the opening reception on Saturday, April 18 from 4-7 p.m. and a closing event featuring a gallery walk-through and artist conversation led by curator Alessandra Moctezuma on Thursday, May 14 from 6-8 p.m. Gallery hours Fridays from 1-7 p.m.; Saturdays from 12-6 p.m. through May 14; and by appointment. Location: Art Produce Gallery, 3139 University Ave., San Diego, CA 92104. About Space 4 Art Space 4 Art is a San Diego-based nonprofit arts organization dedicated to supporting artists and strengthening the region’s cultural ecosystem through exhibitions, public programming, and community engagement. Space 4 Art on Facebook / Instagram

A special Earth Day skateboarding clinic for girls 4-16 will be on Saturday April 11 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at LVLUP USA in Vista. Sign up for free! Skate Rising, Exposure Skate’s youth program, provides free skateboarding lessons for girls ages 4-16 where Olympic and professional skaters volunteer as instructors. In collaboration with Shred Cycle, this month’s clinic will include a special message on the importance of caring for our environment and practicing sustainability. We will collect gently used clothing items (shorts, t-shirts, swimwear, etc.) for donation to Lifeline Community Services’ La Casita after-school program. The clinic is free, but registration is required! Exposure Skate on YouTube / Instagram

Take a swing at the show of the summer! Enjoy a special screening of "The Sandlot" (1993), followed by a moderated discussion and Q&A with "Ham" himself, Patrick Renna. Relive those unforgettable baseball days all over again with the Hambino, the catcher forever known for the iconic line, "You're Killing Me, Smalls" as he shares behind the scenes stories and moments from the beloved 1993 classic. More than 30 years later, he still makes us laugh, and Patrick is ready to move the stories off the baseball diamond and on to the stage. Don't miss the nostalgic night of baseball, laughs, and incredible stories as this show will be a homerun! A limited number of Pre-Show Meet & Greet tickets will be available for a greeting and photo opportunity with "Ham" so step up to the plate before they're all gone! Visit: https://www.sandiegotheatres.org/events/detail/the-sandlot-2026 San Diego Theatres on Facebook / Instagram

Join explorer, talk show host, and author Josh Gates from Discovery Channel’s smash-hit series, "Expedition Unknown" and "Josh Gates Tonight" for an evening of adventure! Josh will take viewers around the world and off-the-map with stories from his greatest expeditions and insights into the world’s greatest mysteries. From hilarious misadventures to thrilling moments of discovery, Josh keeps audiences on the edge of their seats. Pre-Show VIP Meet & Greet Add-On Take your event experience to the next level with an exclusive opportunity to meet Josh Gates in person! This VIP add-on includes a photo opportunity and unforgettable face time with the man himself. Availability is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early. Add-On Price: $125 per person Start Time: Approximately 4:30 p.m. Location: To be determined Visit: https://www.sandiegotheatres.org/events/detail/josh-gates-2026 San Diego Theatres on Facebook / Instagram

Get ready for a night of raucous laughter! Harold Lloyd stars as a boy trying to make it in the big city – telling little white lies of “success” to his girlfriend along the way. When she shows up for a surprise visit, he attempts to earn $1,000 in the strangest way possible: scaling a building! Before the show Audience members are encouraged to arrive early for a pre-show performance by our guest organist Rosemary Bailey 30 minutes before the film. After the show All audience members are invited to stay for a post-show conversation with featured organist Russ Peck and a special guest film expert. Visit: https://www.sandiegotheatres.org/events/detail/safety-last-1923 San Diego Theatres on Facebook / Instagram

Set in a dystopian future, "Metropolis" story follows Freder, the son of the city’s mastermind, whose love for a working-class woman leads him to the city’s unpleasant underbelly. "Metropolis" is often cited as one of the first science fiction feature films, opening the door to the hundreds of movies in the genre that exist today. Before the show Audience members are encouraged to arrive early for a pre-show performance by our guest organist Rosemary Bailey 30 minutes before the film. Visit: https://www.sandiegotheatres.org/events/detail/metropolis-1927 San Diego Theatres on Facebook / Instagram