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Intro to the Pottery Wheel: Ceramics Workshop (Adults, Teens, Kids 8+)

Sat, Jun 20, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · The New Children’s Museum · 200 W Island Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

Tianguis

Sun, Sep 20, 3:00 PM–2:00 AM UTC · Centro Cultural de la Raza · 2004 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

We invite you to be part of the Tianguis de la Raza. Every Third Sunday of the month (except January and February) This artisan market’s mission is to create a space that connects local crafters and community members to promote an autonomous economy and community building. There are always arts and.

Art + Design Workshop: Ceramic Candleholders

Mon, Jun 22, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Timken Museum of Art · San Diego, CA

Discover the meditative art of hand-building with clay in the immersive ceramic workshop, set within the inspiring surroundings of the Museum’s James A Lester Gallery. Led by local ceramic artist Aeryn O’Halloran, participants will learn foundational techniques- including pinch and slab...

Summer Nights: TTRPG Edition

In 3 weeks · Sat, May 30, 11:00 PM–3:00 AM UTC · Comic-Con Museum · San Diego, CA · Ages 10+

This summer, Comic-Con Museum rolls for initiative! Kick off summer with our local tabletop role-playing game community at Summer Nights 2026: TTRPG Edition. Join us for an ongoing campaign happening across three evenings of adventure, laughter, and community. Only able to make one or two of the...

National Carousel Day

Sat, Jul 25, 6:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Balboa Park Carousel · 1889 Zoo Pl, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

National Carousel Day is a FREE community event, hosted annually on July 25th. Join us for free rides all day, family friendly activities and entertainment, and local food vendors selling their delicious treats

Tanabata Festival

Tue, Jul 7, 5:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum · 2215 Pan American Road East, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

Originating from Chinese folklore, Tanabata is a holiday that celebrates the meeting of Orihime and Hikoboshi! Separated by the Milky Way, the stars Orihime and Hikoboshi are able to meet once per year on the seventh day of the seventh month. Guests of all ages are invited to enjoy the summer sun...

Community Art Workshop

In 4 days · Sat, May 16, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · The San Diego Museum of Art · 1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92102, San Diego, CA

Monthly, Third Saturdays 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. San Diego Museum of Art May S. Marcy Sculpture Garden Great for artists of all ages. Community Art Workshops invite artists to enjoy hands-on art making experiences inspired by the thinking and creating processes of artists on view at the Museum....

Basket Weaving Workshop

Thu, Aug 6, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Coronado Public Library · 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA

<p>The Woven Bowl is a perfect project for beginners to learn basketry skills. The bowl is woven on a slotted wooden base, and participants will learn weaving techniques that include twining, 2:1 twill, and creating a matchstick rim. Color choices for the dyed reed section will be available. All...

Brush Calligraphy Workshop

Wed, Jul 8, 12:00 AM–3:00 AM UTC · Coronado Public Library · 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA

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Teen Manga Drawing Workshop

Wed, Jul 15, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Coronado Public Library · 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA · Ages 10–17

<p>Get ready for Comic-Con with a manga illustration class led by comic art experts from <a href="https://www.lilfish.us/">Little Fish Comic Book Studio</a>. This class will focus on developing styles closest to manga or manhua comics! Students will be taught to observe manga closely to study...

Teen Sewing Class

Tue, Jun 30, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · La Mesa Library · 8074 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, CA · Ages 10–17

Learn the basics of using a sewing machine and sew your own tote bag. Open to 6th-12th graders. Advanced registration required and begins on June 9 at 4:00 pm.

Little Looms: A Weaving Workshop for Kids

In 1 week · Thu, May 21, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Fletcher Hills Library · 576 Garfield Avenue, El Cajon, CA · Ages 8+

Kids can discover Weaving with a Textile Expert from the San Diego Creative Weavers Guild! This class is designed for kids ages 8 and up. No previous experience is necessary, and all materials will be supplied. Registration is required; please sign up below! Little Looms will be on a Summer break...

After School Adventures (Grades K-5)

Tomorrow · Wed, May 13, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Santee Library · 9225 Carlton Hills Blvd #17, Santee, CA

Children in grades K-5 are invited to join us at the library every Wednesday for a different Afterschool Adventure! Supplies are guaranteed for the first 30 participants. May 6th: Star Wars sand art May 13th: Flower moon craft May 20th: Dog themed paper bag craft in honor of National Pet Adoption...

Tween Program - Comic Book Drawing featuring Little Fish Comic Book Workshop

Thu, Jul 9, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Rancho San Diego Library · 11555 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA · Ages 10–17

Join the Little Fish Comic Book Workshop to learn the art of comic book drawing.

Teen Paint Class

Sat, Jun 13, 1:00 AM–3:00 AM UTC · Lakeside Library · 12428 Woodside Avenue, Lakeside, CA · Ages 10–17

We’ll spend the evening expressing and creating art through acrylic paint with guided instruction from local art teacher Ms. Lisa! *These events happen after-hours and require a parent permission form if you will be attending without a parent.

Crocheting Workshop

In 4 weeks · Fri, Jun 5, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · 4S Ranch Library · 10433 Reserve Drive, San Diego, CA

The first Friday of each month! Calling all Teens! Are you feeling crafty? Come join us the first Friday of the month for a crochet workshop where we offer the absolute basic skills in crocheting. Learn the basics, so that you may branch out!

Crafters' Paradise

Wed, Dec 23, 9:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Alpine Library · 1752 Alpine Boulevard, Alpine, CA

Bring your own portable project and relax in good company while keeping your hands busy. If you don't have your own project, not to worry! At Crafters' Paradise we will teach you how to crochet or knit and even provide the yarn for free!

Ikebana: The Art of Japanese Flower Arrangement

In 1 week · Fri, May 22, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Escondido Public Library · 239 S Kalmia St, Escondido, CA 92025, Escondido, CA

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with us! Join an Ikebana workshop led by Nakaba Emtesali, a graduate of the Ohara School of Ikebana of San Diego. Ikebana, the Japanese art...

Crochet: Granny Square

In 3 days · Fri, May 15, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Oceanside Public Library · 330 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054, Oceanside, CA

Learn how to crochet a Classic Granny Square. Then use this new knowledge to crochet a tote or a blanket! Registration required. Fee is $10. This is a (3) session workshop. Series dates: May 1, 8,...

Cookbook Club: Potluck Picnic!

In 4 days · Sat, May 16, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Oceanside Public Library · 330 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054, Oceanside, CA

Join us for Cookbook Club in May with the theme Picnic Perfect: Outdoor Eats! Celebrate the season by preparing a recipe from a cookbook that’s perfect for a picnic, park outing, or backyard...

Writing Club with Jen Calonita (Grades 5-8)

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Oceanside Public Library · 330 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054, Oceanside, CA

Join award winning author Jen Calonita for a monthly writing club. Jen will help you create your own story that will be will published. Club runs through June.

Intro to the Pottery Wheel: Ceramics Workshop (Adults, Teens, Kids 8+)

Sat, Jun 20, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · The New Children’s Museum · 200 W Island Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

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Intro to the Pottery Wheel: Ceramics Workshop (Adults, Teens, Kids 8+)

Sat, Jun 13, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · The New Children’s Museum · 200 W Island Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

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Tianguis

Sun, Nov 15, 4:00 PM–3:00 AM UTC · Centro Cultural de la Raza · 2004 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

We invite you to be part of the Tianguis de la Raza. Every Third Sunday of the month (except January and February) This artisan market’s mission is to create a space that connects local crafters and community members to promote an autonomous economy and community building. There are always arts and.

Tianguis

Sun, Oct 18, 3:00 PM–2:00 AM UTC · Centro Cultural de la Raza · 2004 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

We invite you to be part of the Tianguis de la Raza. Every Third Sunday of the month (except January and February) This artisan market’s mission is to create a space that connects local crafters and community members to promote an autonomous economy and community building. There are always arts and.

Tianguis

Sun, Jul 19, 3:00 PM–2:00 AM UTC · Centro Cultural de la Raza · 2004 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

We invite you to be part of the Tianguis de la Raza. Every Third Sunday of the month (except January and February) This artisan market’s mission is to create a space that connects local crafters and community members to promote an autonomous economy and community building. There are always arts and.

Tianguis

Sun, Jun 21, 3:00 PM–2:00 AM UTC · Centro Cultural de la Raza · 2004 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

We invite you to be part of the Tianguis de la Raza. Every Third Sunday of the month (except January and February) This artisan market’s mission is to create a space that connects local crafters and community members to promote an autonomous economy and community building. There are always arts and.

Tianguis

In 5 days · Sun, May 17, 3:00 PM–2:00 AM UTC · Centro Cultural de la Raza · 2004 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

We invite you to be part of the Tianguis de la Raza. Every Third Sunday of the month (except January and February) This artisan market’s mission is to create a space that connects local crafters and community members to promote an autonomous economy and community building. There are always arts and.

Tianguis

Sun, Aug 16, 3:00 PM–2:00 AM UTC · Centro Cultural de la Raza · 2004 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

We invite you to be part of the Tianguis de la Raza. Every Third Sunday of the month (except January and February) This artisan market’s mission is to create a space that connects local crafters and community members to promote an autonomous economy and community building. There are always arts and.

Tianguis

Sun, Dec 20, 4:00 PM–3:00 AM UTC · Centro Cultural de la Raza · 2004 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

We invite you to be part of the Tianguis de la Raza. Every Third Sunday of the month (except January and February) This artisan market’s mission is to create a space that connects local crafters and community members to promote an autonomous economy and community building. There are always arts and.