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2023 Theme: Christmas Traditions around the World Dec. 10 and 17, 2023 The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights is a time-honored holiday tradition brought to San Diego by the boating community. Continuing its long-standing San Diego tradition, the 53rd annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights promises to dazzle and entertain bayfront crowds during 2 evenings on December 10 and December 17, 2023. Participants in this year’s highly anticipated holiday boat parade will decorate their boats to fit this year’s theme. The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights brings more than 100,000 San Diego residents and visitors to the shores of San Diego Bay each year. The procession of approximately 80 lavishly decorated boats has become one of the most iconic events in the region. There is no cost to view the parade. This year, for the 6th time, the parade will proceed to the pier at Cesar Chavez Park before making the turn to Coronado, giving spectators another area to view the parade. The procession will start at 5:30 p.m. and will follow the predetermined parade route. The parade takes approximately one hour to one and a half hours to pass any given point along the parade route. The approximate arrival time of the parade at various locations are: Shelter Island (start of parade) 5:30 p.m. Harbor Island 6:15 p.m. The Embarcadero 6:45 p.m. Seaport Village 7:15 p.m. The Pier at Cesar Chavez Park 7:30 p.m. Ferry Landing on Coronado 7:45 p.m. San Diego Bay Parade of Lights on Facebook / Instagram

It takes a village to make the music we love. We remember the singers, songwriters, composers, instrumentalists, producers and journalists that we lost in 2024.

Humphreys Concerts by the Bay presents Alan Parsons Live Project. Outdoor concert on Shelter Island.

St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center (SMSC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will host its inaugural Pickleball Tournament on April 19, 2024 at San Diego Mission Bay Resort. The community is invited to join for a fun day by the bay with some friendly competition. Pickleball is a fast-growing sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Popular for its fast pace and exciting nature, the game is accessible to players of all ages and skill levels. Spectators are welcome to attend and cheer on the players, enjoy complimentary food, and participate in the opportunity drawing to win prizes. The event is open to players at all skill levels, from first timers to experienced pickleball players. The first session will begin at 9 a.m. with an introductory lesson taught by an experienced pickleball instructor for first-time and novice players. The lesson will be followed by an interactive game for participants at this level. The second session will begin at 11 a.m. for experienced players. This session’s tournament will be round-robin format, with each competitor playing in turns against each other. Paddles will be provided for all participants. The tournament will raise funds for SMSC’s nationally recognized innovative programs, such as the Activity Center, Adult Developmental Center, Behavior Modification Program, and Senior Program. The center’s “Life Program” allows students to develop creative outlets, learn marketable skills, and gain a sense of independence and self-esteem. Over 400 students attend SMSC, ranging from high school graduates to seniors in their eighties. Registration is open now for participation and spectating. Sponsorship and donation opportunities are also available. To register, please visit here. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Join us at SeaWorld San Diego to see Newsboys, with a decades-spanning career and a vastly impressive catalog blending different styles and genres, have propelled countless hits up the charts including “We Believe,” “Magnetic,” “Born Again,” and Platinum-certified mega hit “God’s Not Dead.” Join us for an unforgettable night! SeaWorld San Diego 2024 Summer Concert Series takes place every Saturday during Summer from July 13 to August 24 and features R&B, pop and other genres of music, for a perfect way to spend a summer evening dancing to your favorite hits. All concerts are included with park admission. Guests can upgrade their experience with premium reserved seating at Bayside Amphitheater and one free drink ticket! The best way to enjoy all concerts at the best value is by becoming a Pass Member and receiving unlimited park admission all summer long with no blockout dates. For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit www.seaworldsandiego.com. Follow SeaWorld on Facebook and Instagram for the latest Summer Spectacular and concert details and information. Visit: https://seaworld.com/san-diego/events/summer-spectacular/concerts/ NEWSBOYS on Instagram and Facebook

Welcome to another session of San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy's Natural Impressions: Art in Nature program May 23rd features San Dieguito River Park's Ranger Dave! When: Thursday, May 23 at 9 A.M. - 11 A.M. Location: Piedras Pintadas / Bernardo Bay Staging Area Join us for a fun-filled day of photography and exploration in the great San Dieguito River Park. Ranger Dave will guide us through some photography basics, inspiring us to create our own masterpieces. Let your imagination run wild as you connect with the world around you through photography. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to celebrate National Photography Month [May] with a knowledgeable photographer! To learn more about the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy visit here. Donations help to further the Conservancy's mission of conservation, education and recreation for future generations. The San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy is a 501(c)3 Nonprofit Our work is supported by generous donors like YOU! Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Join Quint Gallery this Saturday morning from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. to celebrate our summer shows in La Jolla, including an array of recent sculptures and early drawings by Kenneth Capps, prints by Don Hughes and a new work by Bread & Salt's resident artist Brandon Secrest at 7655 Girard Avenue. Nancy Blum: Gathered is on view at 7722 Girard Avenue. Kenneth Capps received his MFA at the University of California, San Diego in 1975, during which his work was acquired by the Storm King Art Center in upstate New York. His work is now featured in permanent collections internationally, including the the Museum of Contemporary Art in San Diego and the Port of San Diego, Bayside Park in Chula Vista, CA; the Palm Springs Art Museum; the Oakland Museum Of California; the Museum of Modern Art in New York; and the Alfred Schmela Sculpture Park in Dusseldorf, Germany, among many others. Capps has received several grants and awards, including The Engelhard Award, two National Endowment for the Arts Fellowships and two Pollock/Krasner foundation grants. Many of his sculptures are sited on a 40-acre sculpture park built by the artist in Warner Springs, CA. -- Nancy Blum received her MFA from Cranbrook Academy of Art and has since become a widely sought-after visiting artist, critic, and lecturer at universities nationwide. Her work has also been recognized through fellowships from the Pollock‐Krasner Foundation, Peter S. Reed Foundation, Mid‐Atlantic Arts Foundation, and New York’s Lower East Side Printshop. The first monograph of her work was published in 2017 and features essays, interviews and documentation of her drawing, sculpture, and public artworks. Nancy lives and works in Brooklyn, NY. Visit: Opening Reception: Nancy Blum, Kenneth Capps, Don Hughes La Jolla Village Merchants Association on Instagram and Facebook

Reception: Sat. June 8, 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. “Bonita Paint-Out” with Mehl Lawson: Friday, June 7 p.m. at 9 a.m. Art Materials Swap: Sat. June 8 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Juror: Jean Stern, Director Emeritus of the Irvine Museum. The museum is honored to welcome Mr. Stern, the preeminent authority of California Plein Art History, to jury for the annual Plein air exhibition in 2024 Artists in the Exhibition: Liz Abeyta, Geoff Allen, Drew Bandish, Brian Belfield, Julie Bradbury-Bennett, Gloria Chadwick, Lorraine Marie Cote, Brian Gibson, Danny Griego, Karen Haub, Carolyn Hesse-Low, Marie Huggin, Michelva Hutchinson, Justine Javes, Rose Ireland, Margaret Larlham, Mehl Lawson, Fan Li, Shuang Li, Kevin Liddell, Rod Lingren, Chrysanne Lowe, Lester Machado, Lisa Colette Martin, Nathan McCall, Carmelita Molina, Mark Nakananishi, Carol Perrington, Lisa Passin, Jean Petaja, Kathryn Peterson, Nina Pierson, Jeff Remmer, Dot Renshaw, Jenny Rivera, Grace Schlesier, Lynne Schulnk, Gina Sheehan, Sarah Sullivan, Majorie Taylor, Christa Thurber, Joyce Trinh, Minnie Valero, Lydia Velarde, Colleen Veneri, Jami Wright Sketchbooks with members of San Diego Urban Sketchers Beyond the Borders is an exhibition and a collaborative effort between the California Art Club San Diego Chapter, the Salmagundi San Diego Chapter, San Diego Watercolor Society, Desert Plein Air Association, San Diego Urban Sketchers, Oceanside Museum of Art, San Diego Plein. Air Painters Meet Up Group, Temecula Art Guilt, Fallbrook Art Guild, Coronado and the Bonita Museum and Cultural Center. Joyce Trinh, exhibition coordinator, California Art Club San Diego. "Beyond the Border, en Plein Air" takes visitors on a visual journey starting from the public parks, regional and national parks, into neighborhoods, past historical sites of architectural marvel, along the bay, and the serene Pacific shoreline. The journey concludes with a tranquil finale at the dock, leaving a lasting impression of the journey's diverse landscapes. This journey, much like the artistic process, is a transformative one where each step reveals new perspectives and insights. The exhibition offers a space where plein air artists share their unique interpretations of the world around them. Each painting is the artist's experience, inviting viewers to pause and reflect. The time and consideration given by each artist enriches the public's understanding of the artistic journey, making the exhibition a shared experience of discovery and appreciation. Thank you for highlighting the beauty of this artistic en plein air painting voyage. For more information visit: bonitahistoricalsociety.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Their job is to keep the peace amid a worsening and at times deadly conflict between humans and the world's largest land animal in the town of Livingstone, Zambia.

A new study shows 3D imaging found potentially serious cancers earlier and reduced the need for callback for further screening.