First Friday Art Walk – June 2, Artist Alley Oceanside
Celebrate the thriving arts and culture scene in the heart of Downtown Oceanside. From 4-8 p.m. this Friday, enjoy arts, jewelry, pottery, crafts, live music, and more from local artists in Artist Alley. This free, family-friendly event is produced by the Oceanside Friends of the Arts in support of arts-related activities in Oceanside. Pictured: art by Kathleen Ossiander. FIND OUT MORE
First Friday at Tremont Collective – June 2, 602 S. Tremont St.
Tremont Collective (Al Fresko, Atacama, Brixton, Bottlecraft, Shoots, Communal, Stab Magazine, and Verve) hosts the community for live music, art, food, drinks, giveaways, and more on the first Friday of each month from 5-9 p.m. It’s a great place to spend an evening with friends and family. Photo by Tremont Collective. FIND OUT MORE
Pride by the Beach June 3, Civic Center Plaza
Produced by the North County LGBTQ Center, this free, family-friendly festival promotes a vision where everyone lives in equality and feels accepted, valued, safe, and free from social stigma. Enjoy food, merchandise, live performances, and more from 12-6 p.m. this Saturday. Photo by North County LGBTQ Center. FIND OUT MORE
Live!: The DecaDames – June 3, Sunshine Brooks Theatre
See some incredibly iconic moments brought back to life this Saturday from 8-10:30 p.m. This fun-filled, joyous show features some of the most celebrated female performers of all time including Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, Madonna, Kelly Clarkson, Chaka Khan, and many others. BUY TICKETS
First Free Sunday: Art For All – June 4, Oceanside Museum of Art
All levels are welcome to join this fun hands-on art-making experience this Sunday from 12-2 p.m. Whether you’re new to art or have your own creative flow, Art For All is the time to let your imagination soar. Explore different art-making materials through creative projects while learning from local and regional artists. FIND OUT MORE
Monthly Morning Meeting – June 6, 701 Mission Ave.
This informative one-hour meeting is held in an informal discussion format. All parties interested in the progress of Downtown Oceanside, including residents, businesspeople, and City staff are welcome. Next Tuesday from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the MainStreet Oceanside office, learn about current downtown developments and upcoming events. FIND OUT MORE
Filipino Cultural Festival – June 10, Civic Center Plaza
Enjoy children’s crafts, a variety of products and services, opportunity drawings, food, live entertainment, and much more next Saturday from 12-6 p.m. at the 22nd annual celebration. This free, family-friendly event is hosted by Filipino-American Cultural Organization where the Cultural Legacy Continues. Photo by Filipino-American Cultural Organization. FIND OUT MORE
Dare to Dot: Pointillism – June 12, Oceanside Museum of Art
Get in the art-making groove and create your own masterpiece using a variety of colors and round shapes. Join professor and arts educator Robin Douglas from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in this Studio Arts workshop. All supplies and light refreshments are included in the cost. Costs are $70 for members and $100 for non-members. Pictured: George Seurat, La Tour Eiffel, 1889. FIND OUT MORE
BEYOND DOWNTOWN
VANC Car Show Fundraiser June 3, 1617 Mission Ave.
Join the Veterans Association of North County for their 5th Annual Car Show featuring all sorts of extraordinary cars, trucks, and vehicles. Classic cars and trucks to new rides with modern technology will be on display from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. this Saturday. Enjoy live music, fun, and a great time at this free, family-friendly event benefitting veterans and military families. FIND OUT MORE
Be the One Community BBQ & Open House – June 3, 401 Country Club Lane
Join the Boys & Girls Club of Oceanside for their Community BBQ & Open House this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free, family-friendly event celebrating achievement week includes opportunity drawings, tasty food, games and activities, clubhouse tours, program demonstrations, and informational booths. FIND OUT MORE
DOWNTOWN AMBASSADOR PROGRAM
The Downtown Ambassador Program has kicked off for the summer! Stationed at the west end of the pedestrian underpass on Pier View Way, Ambassadors welcome visitors and locals and provide information to help them explore the area. The Ambassador information booth is open Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., through September 2. Anyone interested in volunteering to be an Ambassador can email Mary Jo for details. FIND OUT MORE
SCRIPPS HEALTH
What to do, and not do in case of a snake bite
Don’t let fear of snakes stop you and your family from hiking or biking the trails as the days heat up and sunlight lingers. While you should stay away from venomous snakes, you are more likely to die from a lightning strike than from a snakebite. FIND OUT MORE
SDG&E ENERGY TIP
Neighbor-to-Neighbor Program
The Neighbor-to-Neighbor program provides eligible customers up to $600 to offset their outstanding bills. SDG&E customers may apply if they are experiencing serious illness, temporary unemployment, disability, or unusual hardship. FIND OUT MORE
SUNSET MARKET VENDOR SPOTLIGHT
Oside Handmade
For owner McKenzie Fannon, crafting is as much about community and friendships as it is about the art itself. You can get craft inspiration through blog posts and tutorials, book a craft-making party, or find a crafting event at osidehandmade.com. Or visit the Oside Handmade crew every Thursday from 5-9 p.m. where you can join crafting activities for all ages and shop for art supplies. FIND OUT MORE
EVERY THURSDAY ALL YEAR ROUND
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