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Distinction Gallery is presenting a Spring Art Showcase featuring the Annual ArtHatch Artists Exhibition: Opening reception on April 12, 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. with the Artist & live music by multiple bands. Exhibition is up through May 3. Drinks available for purchase at Last Spot Bar by TorTari. Get a preview of amazing artwork that will be featured in the upcoming "A Teen Art Show" (studio 12) happening this July. SUCCULENT GIVEAWAY 1ST 60 RSVPS will receive a free succulent and custom pot! Be sure to RSVP to: spring@arthatch.org See you all there! Distinction Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

Trump announced the Kennedy Center Honorees on Wednesday. They are Sylvester Stallone, Gloria Gaynor, Kiss, George Strait and Michael Crawford.

Learn to Sew & Hem! September 19, 1-3 p.m. This class is a continuation of the Family and Beginner Sewing 101. In this next series, Instructor Hannah Gioutlos will guide you through the process of sewing a drawstring backpack. We will learn how to place our pattern on your fabric and cut it out with scissors or a rotary cutter. Then we will show tips on using a seam gauge to find the hem allowance. Next we will learn the proper way to press our fabric into place to get ready for hemming. For students who complete this project early, you can also learn to sew a pet bandana for your furry friends. All materials are included. Adults and age 7+ (with adult) welcome! REQUIREMENT: If you are new to using a sewing machine, you must take Family & Beginner Sewing 101 | Sewing Machine Basics first. In order to enroll in 102, a student must know how to thread and use a/their sewing machine and be comfortable with beginner sewing techniques. Family & Beginner Sewing is a fun sewing series aimed at acquainting students with a/their sewing machines, beginning with the basics and growing skills. This class, 102, is the second in the series. After 102, check out the next class in the series, Family & Beginners Sewing 103 | Zippers, Linings & More. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

As federal health agencies change their approach to vaccine policy leaving access for COVID shots uncertain, some states are taking things into their own hands.

Dispatch with John Butler, G Love and Special Sauce, and Donavon Frankenreiter at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre on July 24. Dispatch on Facebook / Instagram

Water for People San Diego Committee along with Avista and KSDS Jazz 88.3 are proud to present Jazz on Tap 2025, a charity Jazz concert to support Water For People, a global nonprofit promoting the development of high-quality drinking water and sanitation services. The jazz festival will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at the Quartyard. Doors open at 1:15 p.m., with live music starting at 2 p.m. grooving away until 8 p.m. There will be food, drinks and live high-energy jazz music, highlighting local artists in a fun outdoor setting. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the door for $45 each. MUSIC LINEUP with Start Times (See JazzOnTap.org for additional information) The Steely Damned 2 (2:05 p.m.) Euphoria Brass Band (3:35 p.m.) Monette Marino World Jazz Ensemble (5:35 p.m.) Gilbert Castellanos (6:50 p.m.) Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the venue. Public transportation and ridesharing are encouraged. Parking may be able to be found on 11th St north of E St (see Map below). The venue is easily accessible via the Blue and Green trolley lines. The closest trolley stop is one block away at Park and Market Station. Visit: https://jazzontap.org/ San Diego Water for People on Instagram and Facebook

Your Ticket Includes: - Entry to the concert - Designated seating (one seat per ticket) - Brunch: fresh fruit cup + your choice of Entrée Live Music by Abbey Road – America’s #1 Beatles Tribute Band: Abbey Road brings the magic of the Beatles to life — note-for-note renditions, vintage instruments, Liverpudlian charm, and three authentic costume changes, from the early Beatlemania days to Sgt. Pepper’s and Abbey Road. Hear beloved classics like: - “Penny Lane” with the iconic piccolo trumpet - “A Day in the Life” with full orchestration - “Yesterday,” “Twist & Shout,” and more Their flawless harmonies, showmanship, and nostalgic banter make Abbey Road one of the most musically and visually satisfying Beatles shows in the world. - Enjoy fresh air, sunshine, local art, and great music in Quartyard’s vibrant open-air venue. - Family Friendly! Children under 3 get in free. Seating includes 8ft picnic tables and belly bar seating (first come, first served). - Skip the lines this Mother’s Day and grab your tickets early — this special brunch will sell out! Visit: quartyardsd.com/event/mothers-day-beatles-brunch-w-abbey-road/

Carnival Rides Tamale Festival Music & Dancing Picnic Areas Games Chili Cook-off Vendors & Food Beer Garden Car Show Farmers Market & more! We’re excited to announce our lineup of events for the 75th Anniversary. Lineup of events for Western Days 2025 The Western Days Festival is located at the Valley Center Community Hall & Park 
28246 Lilac Rd.
, Valley Center. Friday, May 30, 2025 ◦ Western Days Festival 
Locals Night! 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Support Local. 
Local Bands & Local Businesses. ◦ Guns & Hoses Chili Cook-off 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
 @ Festival Grounds ◦ Western Days Carnival (rides) 5 p.m. -10 p.m.
 @ Festival Grounds Saturday, May 31, 2025 ◦ Western Days FFA Pancake Breakfast 6 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. 29115 Valley Center Rd. 
 ◦ Valley Center Trails 5k Fun Run 8:30am-9:30am 
Along the parade route 
 ◦ Western Days Parade 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Along Valley Center Rd. Start at Cole Grade Rd. End at Lilac Rd. 
 ◦ Western Days Car Corral – Car Show 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. @ Festival Grounds
 ◦ Western Days Festival 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. ◦ Western Days Carnival (rides) 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Festival Grounds Sunday, June 1, 2025 ◦ Western Days Tamale Festival 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. @ Festival Grounds ◦ Western Days Carnival (rides) 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
 @ Festival Grounds Visit: Valley Center Western Days Festival & Parade Valley Center Western Days on Instagram and Facebook

Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of rhythms from South America, the Caribbean, and Africa at an extraordinary concert led by the talented Gene Perry and the Afro-Rumba Latin Jazz Band. This is more than just a performance; it’s a powerful celebration of our rich African heritage and culture, infused with soulful jazz harmonies and pulsating rhythms. Don’t miss this chance to honor Afro-Latin Cultural History Month with an unforgettable evening of music and dance that will inspire and uplift. Secure your tickets now on Eventbrite and be part of this incredible experience. Thank you Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gene-perry-his-afro-rumba-latin-jazz-band-dizzys-jazz-tickets-1255939963239?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=

A schoolgirl who was abducted with 24 others from a dormitory in northwestern Nigeria has escaped and is safe, as hunters joined security forces in the search for the missing students.