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X-WR-CALNAME:San Diego · arts · today · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Horse Power DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010 DTSTAMP:20260910T001728Z UID:10071085-1779408000-1791590399@balboapark.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Journey across the globe in Horse Power\, an epic\, heartwarmi ng story that celebrates the extraordinary bond between humans and horses and explores how these remarkable animals have shaped our history\, cultur es\, and lives. \nFrom a young girl in Mongolia training alongside her foa l to compete in the race of a lifetime\, to a Native American horse listen er in Arizona gaining the trust of a wild\, unpredictable mustang\, this f ilm takes viewers across the world and offers a rare\, intimate look at th ese magnificent animals. Arabian stallions\, police horses\, miniature gui de horses\, and more captivate audiences and demonstrate the versatile pow ers of one of humanity’s oldest and most enduring companions. Brought vi vidly to life on the IMAX® screen\, their intelligence\, emotional depth\ , and unbreakable spirit prove how powerful humankind’s closest ally tru ly is. \n\nOne documentary film is included with a Fleet Experience admiss ion ticket. You may purchase a Fleet Experience admission ticket online an d scan at the Fleet Science Center’s entrance on your date of choice.  \nAll documentary films are available on a first-come\, first-served basis . No reservations are required. Individual tickets for Horse Power showtim es are not available. Doors to the theater open approximately 10 minutes p rior to showtimes. No late entry will be allowed once the film has begun.   \nPlease note that school groups may be in attendance at 11 a.m. films Monday through Thursday. LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T001728Z LOCATION:Fleet Science Center\, 1875 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, U nited States URL:https://balboapark.org/event/horse-power/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_ medium=ics&utm_campaign=san-diego-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Balboa Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.balboapark.org/museums/comic-con-museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ocean Paradise DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120 DTSTAMP:20260729T220730Z UID:10071250-1779840000-1795132799@balboapark.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Uncover the secrets of paradise.\nMay 22\, 2026 through Novemb er 19\, 2026 \nThousands of miles from civilization lie the keys to saf eguarding our planet—three untouched atolls that give us insight into  human impacts on Earth. Join us on a journey across wild tropics\, pr istine shores\, and thriving reefs few will ever see in person.  \nNarrat ed by Diane Lane and featuring music from Jack Johnson and Coldplay\,  Ocean Paradise explores the stories of Palmyra Atoll\, Midway Atoll\, and Rose Atoll Marine National Monument—remote sanctuaries across the Pa cific Ocean. Research here helps scientists understand and combat climate change and large-scale pollution.  \nJourney to the far edges of the Paci fic in this hopeful tale of ecological conservation and discovery. Ocean Paradise is a Giant Screen Film production.  \nThe Giant Screen Experien ce is included with paid admission and is free for members LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T220730Z LOCATION:San Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat)\, 1788 El Prado\, Balb oa Park\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States URL:https://balboapark.org/event/ocean-paradise/?utm_source=caldiscovery&u tm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=san-diego-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Balboa Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.balboapark.org/museums/comic-con-museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Back from the Brink DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120 DTSTAMP:20260729T220730Z UID:10071251-1779840000-1795132799@balboapark.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:How do you save a species when time is working against you?\nM ay 22\, 2026 through November 19\, 2026 \nBack From the Brink tells the remarkable stories of three extraordinary animal species rescued from ex tinction. Discover the coordinated efforts that saved a tiny fox in Califo rnia’s Channel Islands\, a fabled monkey in China’s Yunnan Province\, and the iconic Christmas Island crabs off Australia’s coast.  \nNarrate d by actress Clare Danes\, the film showcases conservation in action. Meet the inspiring scientists\, community members\, park rangers\, and stu dents working to protect these species and support their recovery.  \nBac k From the Brink is a Cosmic Pictures distribution release in associatio n with The Nature Conservancy. Written by Kurt Frey and Jennifer Casey\, t he film is executive produced by Anthony and Joe Russo and directed by S ean Casey.  \nThe Giant Screen Experience is included with paid admission and is free for members. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T220730Z LOCATION:San Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat)\, 1788 El Prado\, Balb oa Park\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States URL:https://balboapark.org/event/back-from-the-brink/?utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=san-diego-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Balboa Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.balboapark.org/museums/comic-con-museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ocean Paradise DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260611 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120 DTSTAMP:20260722T152152Z UID:10071275-1781136000-1795132799@balboapark.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Thousands of miles from civilization lie the keys to safegu arding our planet—three untouched atolls that give us insight into hu man impacts on Earth. Join us on a journey across wild tropics\, pristi ne shores\, and thriving reefs few will ever see in person.  \nNarrated b y Diane Lane and featuring music from Jack Johnson and Coldplay\, Oce an Paradise explores the stories of Palmyra Atoll\, Midway Atoll\, and R ose Atoll Marine National Monument—remote sanctuaries across the Pacific Ocean. Research here helps scientists understand and combat climate chang e and large-scale pollution.  \nJourney to the far edges of the Pacific i n this hopeful tale of ecological conservation and discovery. Ocean Parad ise is a Giant Screen Film production.  \nThe Giant Screen Experience is included with paid admission and is free for members LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T152152Z LOCATION:San Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat)\, 1788 El Prado\, Balb oa Park\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States X-SOURCE-NAME:Balboa Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.balboapark.org/museums/comic-con-museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Traveling Tables of Amistad Pop-up Exhibit DTSTART:20260906T170000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T002510Z UID:10071801-1788688800-1789837200@balboapark.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Friends of International Friendship Park\,  The Traveling Tables of Amistad will be on view in a two-week pop-up exh ibit at the Museum of Us from September 6–19\, 2026. Commissioned by Fri ends of International Friendship Park and created by local sculptor Michae l Leaf\, the installation transforms segments of the former border wall into community tables designed to bring people together.  \n  \nThe pop- up exhibit is included with general admission. Interactive workshops led by Friends of International Friendship Program Director\, Dan Watman\, wi ll be offered on select dates for free – no registration is required.  \n  \nWorkshops dates:  \nSeptember 6 at 2 p.m.  \nSeptember 11 at 2 p .m.  \nSeptember 12 at 2 p.m.  \nSeptember 13 at 2 p.m.  \nSeptember 19 at 2 p.m. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T002510Z LOCATION:Museum of Us\, 1350 El Prado\, Balboa Park\, San Diego\, CA\, 921 01\, United States URL:https://balboapark.org/event/the-traveling-tables-of-amistad-pop-up-ex hibit/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=san-diego-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Balboa Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.balboapark.org/museums/comic-con-museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Envelope Binding— Three Sessions (with kit & requirement regist rant paper purchase) DTSTART:20260911T183000Z DTEND:20260925T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T220735Z UID:10000216-1789126200-1790343000@www.sandiegobookarts.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Erin Fletcher (artist bio)Venue: Online (Zoom)Days & Dates: Fridays\, September 11\, 18\, & 25 of 2026Workshop times: Pacif ic Time\, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Skill Level: All levels\, some binding exp erience helpful  \n\n\n\nClass Description: Finding inspiration in a 15th century limp vellum binding where the cover was formed into a wallet\, Cl ara Gevaert slowly began to develop her Envelope Binding structure. This s imple\, yet rather elegant structure requires very little adhesive and eac h cover is folded out of a single sheet of handmade paper. The book opens relatively flat and is suitable for lightweight text blocks. \n\n\n\nStude nts should purchase 4 sheets of paper from the Morgan Conservatory. These sheets will be used for the covers\, so Erin suggests purchasing 4 of the same color or 2 sets of matching colors. Here’s the link for the recomme nded paper: https://www.morganconservatory.com/product/abaca-cotton-color- variety/781? cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=FERKL3NWIDT6PB HAZQY446X C \n\n\n\nClass Kits: Class materials kits will be sent by the i nstructor\, but each student will be responsible for ordering their full s heets of paper.  \n\n\n\nClass Fees:Early Enrollment Program (EEP): $200M ember: $250Non-member: $325 \n\n\n\nEarly Enrollment Program (EEP) is a me mber only\, non-refundable discount. Join SDBA at checkout for reduced cla ss fees. \n\n\n\n*International Shipping Note: We adore our worldwide comm unity of book artists! Please\, we ask for your awareness that increased c osts for International Shipping must be covered by the registrant and paid directly to SDBA. Each individual will be notified of the extra amounts d ue.  \n\n\n\nEEP deadline: August 1\, 2026Registration Deadline: August 2 0\, 2026 LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T220735Z URL:https://www.sandiegobookarts.org/event/envelope-binding-three-sessions -with-kit-requirement-registrant-paper-purchase/?utm_source=caldiscovery&u tm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=san-diego-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:San Diego Book Arts X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.sandiegobookarts.com/workshop-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fascinating Flexagons DTSTART:20260915T163000Z DTEND:20261013T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260803T181646Z UID:10000225-1789464600-1791898200@www.sandiegobookarts.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Paul Jackson ( artist bio ) \n\n\n\nVenue: Online\ , SDBA’s Zoom Account \n\n\n\nDay & Dates: Tuesdays in 2026\, starting S eptember 15\, 22\, 29\, October 6\, & 13 \n\n\n\nTime: Pacific Time\, 9:30 AM—1:30 PM \n\n\n\nSkill Level: All! No experience is necessary. Nervo us beginners are welcome! \n\n\n\nClass Description:Flexagons are two and three-dimensional paper folded/cut/glued constructions that fold or ‘fle x’ toreveal hidden surfaces. This gives them a narrative structure\, ide al for presenting a sequence ofimages\, texts\, patterns\, stories…anyth ing you choose. They are highly entertaining\, baffling toencounter\, full of creative potential and simple to make! \n\n\n\nOver the 5 workshops\, you will learn 15-20 different flexagons with a diversity of forms and fle xingactions. All the constructions will be made with paper or card and bas ic papercraft equipment (ruler\, knife\, glue\, etc). Nervous beginners ar e welcome. Paul has taught flexagons many times to students of Design and to a variety of adult makers’ groups. \n\n\n\nPaul’s journey with flex agons began as a student\, and includes work with the British Origami Soci ety. Come join us to open or extend new worlds for yourself and others! \n \n\n\nTools & Supplies:Each registrant provides their own tools & material s. \n\n\n\nClass Recordings:Recordings will be available 30 days following each class session for registered students only. \n\n\n\nClass Fees:Early Enrollment Program (EEP): $304Member: $380Non-member: $455 \n\n\n\nEarly Enrollment Program (EEP) is a member only\, non-refundable discount. Join SDBA at checkout for reduced class fees. \n\n\n\nEEP deadline: August 18\, 2026Registration Deadline: September 1\, 2026 LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T181646Z URL:https://www.sandiegobookarts.org/event/fascinating-flexagons/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=san-diego-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:San Diego Book Arts X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.sandiegobookarts.com/workshop-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Materials Lab: Paper DTSTART:20260917T170000Z DTEND:20260917T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T124555Z UID:10046335-1789639200-1789641000@thinkplaycreate.org CATEGORIES:arts LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T124555Z LOCATION:The New Children’s Museum\, 200 W Island Ave\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States URL:https://thinkplaycreate.org/event/materials-lab-paper/2026-09-17/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=san-diego-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The New Children's Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://thinkplaycreate.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Daily Craft With Little Seabirds DTSTART:20260917T200000Z DTEND:20260917T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T050632Z UID:27900-1789650000-1789653600@theseabirdresort.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join Little Seabirds for a fun-filled craft time such as sand art\, rock painting\, picture frame decorating\, seashell painting and mor e! Craft will vary by day at our recreation hosts’ discretion. \n  \nMa ke A Reservation\nMeet at The Shelter Club\, 3rd floor of The Seabird Ocea n Resort & Spa. \nComplimentary to hotel guests. LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T050632Z LOCATION:The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa\, 101 Mission Ave\, Oceanside\, 92 054\, United States URL:https://theseabirdresort.com/events/craft-hour-with-little-seabirds/20 26-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=san-diego-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa X-SOURCE-URL:https://theseabirdresort.com/meetings-events/weddings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Materials Lab: Paper DTSTART:20260917T200000Z DTEND:20260917T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T124529Z UID:10046659-1789650000-1789651800@thinkplaycreate.org CATEGORIES:arts LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T124529Z LOCATION:The New Children’s Museum\, 200 W Island Ave\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States URL:https://thinkplaycreate.org/event/materials-lab-paper-2/2026-09-17/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=san-diego-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The New Children's Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://thinkplaycreate.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Crafting for Critters DTSTART:20260917T223000Z DTEND:20260917T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260818T002328Z UID:10000083-1789659000-1789662600@sdhumane.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Have fun making enrichment items for animals in our care on th e third Thursday of each month. LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T002328Z LOCATION:College-Rolando Library\, 6600 Montezuma Rd\, San Diego\, CA\, 92 115 URL:https://sdhumane.org/event/crafting-for-critters/2026-09-17/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=san-diego-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:San Diego Humane Society X-SOURCE-URL:https://sdhumane.org/the-best-things-to-do-this-week-in-san-d iego-march-11-15 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oceanside Sunset Market DTSTART:20260918T000000Z DTEND:20260918T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T050632Z UID:27891-1789664400-1789678800@theseabirdresort.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food,market DESCRIPTION:Sunset Market Day in Downtown Oceanside is an outdoor festival with a fun programming for the whole family. Located just 3 blocks from o ur resort\, the market happens every Thursday and features local food vend ors\, live entertainment\, children’s area\, and arts and crafts vendors . LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T050632Z LOCATION:Sunset Market\, Corner of Pier View Way and Coast Highway\, Pier View Way\, Oceanside\, CA 92054 URL:https://theseabirdresort.com/events/4311/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldis covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=san-diego-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa X-SOURCE-URL:https://theseabirdresort.com/meetings-events/weddings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:8-Week Beginner Drawing Course DTSTART:20260918T003000Z DTEND:20260918T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T060800Z UID:7046-1789666200-1789675200@thefront.casafamiliar.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Don’t let the pencil intimidate you\; learn to draw confiden tly through observation by understanding proportion\, perspective\, light\ , and shadow. Working with artist Amanda Kazemi\, you will effectively use line\, value\, and composition to create a complete drawing from life or reference. \nDates: \nAugust: 6\, 13\, 20\, 27 \nSeptember: 3\, 10\, 17 an d 24 \n5:30pm- 8:00pm \nRSVP with: elizabethb@casafamiliar.org \nThe FRONT Gallery (147 W San Ysidro Blvd 92173) LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T060800Z LOCATION:The Front Arte y Cultura URL:https://thefront.casafamiliar.org/event/8-week-beginner-drawing-course -6?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=san-diego-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Front Arte Cultura X-SOURCE-URL:https://thefront.casafamiliar.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Host a Bachelorette Party with Painting and Vino DTSTART:20260918T010000Z DTEND:20260918T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T003959Z UID:10005425-1789668000-1789682400@paintingandvino.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:The Perfect Bachelorette Party: Paint\, Sip & Celebrate with P ainting & Vino\nLooking for a bachelorette party idea in your area that’ s fun\, unique\, and actually memorable? Skip the overcrowded bar crawls a nd cliché nights out. This year\, give the bride-to-be (and her squad) an experience they’ll be talking about long after the wedding — a creati ve paint and sip bachelorette party with Painting & Vino. \nTampa offers p lenty of party options\, but few deliver the perfect mix of laughter\, bon ding\, Instagram-worthy moments\, and a beautiful keepsake like a guided p ainting session does. \nWhy a Painting & Vino Bachelorette Party is a Bril liant Choice\nHere’s why brides and their besties are choosing Painting & Vino for their  bachelorette celebrations: \n\nStress-Free & All-Inclus ive Fun No planning headaches. We handle the setup\, supplies\, instructor \, and venue logistics. You and your group simply show up ready to have a great time. It’s the ultimate low-maintenance\, high-fun bachelorette ac tivity.\nPerfect for Every Personality Whether your crew includes the arti stic one\, the “I can’t draw a stick figure” friend\, or the shy int rovert\, our step-by-step guided painting sessions make everyone feel succ essful and included. No experience needed — just a willingness to have f un.\nUnforgettable Bonding Time Painting side-by-side creates natural conv ersation and laughter. You’ll be cheering each other on\, sharing brushe s and wine\, and making inside jokes that strengthen friendships. It’s q uality girl time without the chaos of a loud club.\nBeautiful Keepsakes fo r the Bride Every guest leaves with their own finished painting. Many grou ps gift the bride a collection of the finished canvases or have everyone p aint the same design so she has matching art from her favorite people. Yea rs later\, these pieces will still remind her of her amazing bachelorette weekend.\nCustomizable & Photo-Worthy We can theme the painting to match t he bride’s style — think floral designs\, beach scenes\, “Mrs.” th emed art\, champagne toasts\, or even something playful and cheeky. The st udio setting also makes for gorgeous group photos and individual shots wit h wine glasses and brushes in hand.\nRelaxed  Vibes Enjoy wine (or mockta ils)\, good music\, and a comfortable indoor setting that’s perfect for the unpredictable weather. It’s a sophisticated yet playful alternative to typical party activities.\n\nHow It Works for Your Bachelorette Party\n Private bachelorette parties at Painting & Vino are easy to book and fully customizable: \n\nChoose your preferred date and time (great for Friday o r Saturday evenings)\nSelect a painting design or let us help you create s omething special for the bride\nWe accommodate groups of all sizes — fro m small intimate gatherings to larger squads\nAdd-ons like custom signage\ , group photos\, or charcuterie boards can be arranged\nConvenient locatio ns across your area\n\nMany groups combine their paint and sip with dinner beforehand or a night out afterward\, making it the perfect centerpiece o f a full bachelorette weekend. \nBook Your Bachelorette Paint & Sip Experi ence Today\nMake your best friend’s last fling before the ring truly spe cial. A Painting & Vino bachelorette party delivers creativity\, connectio n\, laughter\, and memories that last far longer than a hangover. \nReady to plan the ultimate bachelorette party? Contact Painting & Vino today to check availability and reserve your private session \nCall us at (855) 410 -8330 or visit PRIVATE EVENT REQUEST LINK to learn more and request a cust om quote. \nHere’s to the bride\, great wine\, beautiful art\, and an un forgettable night with the girls! LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T003959Z LOCATION:Private Painting Party Venue\, United States URL:https://paintingandvino.com/event/host-a-bachelorette-party-with-paint ing-and-vino-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=san-di ego-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Painting and Vino X-SOURCE-URL:https://paintingandvino.com/event/bright-flowers-paint-and-si p-taproom END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR