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SUMMARY:Acoustic Evenings at the Athenaeum
DESCRIPTION:The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library is pleased to present the 2025 spring season of the Acoustic Evenings concert series\, beginning May 16. The Acoustic Evenings series at the Athenaeum showcases some of the finest acoustic musicians in San Diego. Multiple acts fill each program\, and attentive audiences delight in the intimacy of the unplugged storytelling format. San Diego Music Hall of Fame founder Jefferson Jay organizes and hosts the series. The project advances the Athenaeum’s commitment to support diverse San Diego talent. Acoustic Evenings is an unforgettable and personal experience for San Diego music lovers. The series\, continuing through June 6\, is set in the Athenaeum’s Joan & Irwin Jacobs Music Room.\nMay 16 – June 6\, 2025 @ 7:30 p.m.\nJOAN & IRWIN JACOBS MUSIC ROOM\nAthenaeum Music & Arts Library\n1008 Wall Street\nLa Jolla\, CA 92037
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/acoustic-evenings-at-the-athenaeum/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250609
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
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SUMMARY:Latin History for Morons
DESCRIPTION:Latin History for Morons is a hilarious and insightful exploration inspired by the glaring absence of Latinos in American history textbooks. In this uproarious show\, Rick Najera embarks on a frenetic quest to uncover a Latin hero for his son’s school project. With his comedic flair\, he delivers a whirlwind recap of the Aztec Empire and shines a light on the unsung Latin patriots of the Revolutionary War and beyond\, distilling 3\,000 years of history—from the Mayans to Pitbull—into 110 irreverent and uncensored minutes that are both entertaining and enlightening.\nMay 23- June 8\, 2025\nOceanside Theatre Company\n217 North Coast Highway\nOceanside\, CA 92054
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/latin-history-for-morons/
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
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SUMMARY:VIP Arts & Culture Baja Tour - VISUAL ARTS
DESCRIPTION:Discover Baja’s Vibrant Art and Culture: A VIP Experience\nImmerse yourself in the rich creative landscape of Baja California with an expertly curated cultural tour of Tijuana’s Visual Arts scene by Art Scene Baja. The VIP experience includes round-trip transportation from the border\, a gourmet lunch\, and wine tasting featuring Baja’s finest vintages.\n– \n\nThe Vanguard Culture team will meet you on the U.S. side of the border and we will walk across together. The Art Scene Baja bus will pick us up immediately on the other side. Guests will be returned to the San Ysidro border and will walk across with the Vanguard Culture team.\nFriday\, May 23rd\, 9am-5pm: Visual Arts Tour\n\nExplore the latest exhibitions at renowned cultural institutions.\nMeet talented local artists in their studios and witness their creative process.\nEnjoy a private wine-tasting experience showcasing premium Baja wines.\nIndulge in a gourmet lunch featuring Mexican or fusion cuisine.\nDiscover exquisite ceramic art and contemporary designs.\nReturn transportation to the Tijuana border crossing.\n\nPrice per person: $300 USD\n  \nWhat to Bring:\n\nComfortable shoes and a light jacket (evening return).\nPersonal or business cards for networking opportunities.\nCash or cards for small purchases (Pesos\, Dollars\, and credit cards are accepted).\nPassport and/or SENTRI card\n\nEmbark on a journey of inspiration and creativity. Reserve your spot today!
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/vip-arts-culture-baja-tour-visual-arts/
CATEGORIES:Culinary Arts,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250510T042322Z
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SUMMARY:Sliding Glass Doors
DESCRIPTION:SACRA/PROFANA is super pleased to present Sliding Glass Doors\,  an immersive choral concert exploring the depth and legacy of Black American music through the personal lens of composer\, arranger\, and gospel scholar Dr. Brandon Waddles. The program features a compelling blend of gospel\, spirituals\, and musical theater\, including works composed or arranged by Waddles\, who currently serves as the Associate Music Director for the National Broadway Tour of The Wiz.\nArtistic Director Juan Carlos Acosta calls Waddles “an artist\, professional\, and scholar of the highest caliber\,” and this concert marks a major moment in the ensemble’s evolution.\nSunday\, May 25\, 2025\n4:00 p.m.\nChrist United Presbyterian Church San Diego\n3025 Fir St\, San Diego\, CA 92102\n(Christ United is the third-oldest Black Presbyterian Church in the nation)\nTickets run $15-$40
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/sliding-glass-doors/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250508T055249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250518T065039Z
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SUMMARY:Unified Harmonies
DESCRIPTION:Art of Elan is thrilled to partner with San Diego’s premier contemporary ballet company\, The Rosin Box Project\, for two special performances of “Unified Harmonies\,” a multidisciplinary production that features new choreography alongside the stunning string quartet works of Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Caroline Shaw and Kian Ravaei\, exploring the crucial role of artists as changemakers and emphasizing the importance of collaboration in today’s world.\nWednesday\, May 28\, 2025\n7:30 PM & 8:50 PM\nThe Baker-Baum Hall at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center\n 7600 Fay Avenue San Diego\, CA\, 9203\n \n \n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/unified-harmonies/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250613
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T220916Z
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SUMMARY:Jane Austen Wrecked My Life
DESCRIPTION: \nExperience the charming French rom-com Jane Austen Wrecked My Life at San Diego’s Digital Gym Cinema. Follow Agathe’s journey from Paris to a Jane Austen Residency in England\, where romance and self-discovery await. Agathe (Camille Rutherford) is a hopelessly clumsy yet charming young woman who works in the legendary Shakespeare & Co. bookshop in Paris\, while she dreams of being a successful writer\, and of experiencing love akin to a Jane Austen novel\, she finds herself desperately single and plagued by writers block. When Agathe’s best friend (Pablo Pauly) gets her invited to the Jane Austen Writers’ Residency in England\, she finally has her Jane Austen moment…and is caught in a very unexpected romantic triangle. Agathe must let go of her insecurities to decide what she really wants for herself\, and to achieve her romantic and professional dreams.\n\nShowtimes:\nFriday\, May 30\, 2025 – Thursday\, June 12\, 2025\nTicket Prices: $13 Regular / $11 Students & Seniors / $9 Members\nTrailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inLm4GvLQuk&ab_channel=SonyPicturesClassics
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/jane-austen-wrecked-my-life/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250529T061406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T061800Z
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SUMMARY:Behind the Music: Voices of our City
DESCRIPTION:This Mental Health Awareness Month\, join us for creativity as self-care. Voices of Our City Choir invites you to experience how music and art become lifelines—tools for mental wellness\, community building\, and hope. Through live performance\, storytelling\, and visual art\, witness how our choir members reclaim joy\, voice\, and healing.\nCome be moved. Come be inspired. Come and play!\nYou will get to experience Voices’ programming like:\n• participating in a songwriting activity with Voices’ facilitators • meeting the producers of our podcast Sounds of the Sidewalk and share your own voice for a future episode • exploring a showcase of art created by members of Voices • individual and in-community art-making opportunities • participating in an improv workshop\nBehind The Music culminates on a high note with a soul-stirring sing-along concert inside St. Paul’s Cathedral. This is more than a music event — it’s a celebration of resilience\, community\, and the healing power of song and art.\nTickets are $35 each. Children welcome — kids under 10 are free.100% of ticket sales go directly to the transformational programming of Voices of Our City.\n\n\nMay 31\, 2025\, 4:30 PM\nSt. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral\n2728 Sixth Ave\nSan Diego\, CA 92103\n\n\n \n \n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/behind-the-music-voices-of-our-city/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250609
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SUMMARY:Queer Mvmnt Fest
DESCRIPTION:Queer Mvmnt Fest is coming up in the beginning of June! QMF showcases artists who identify as part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ dance community from San Diego and beyond. The festival features queer-focused spaces as well as events open to the general public\, including performances\, workshops\, panel discussions\, and movement-based short films. Queer Mvmnt Fest addresses inequity through an intersectional lens by centering the work of queer BIPOC and disabled artists.\nThe festival is curated and directed by DISCO RIOT Producing Artists: Desiree Cuizon\, Trystan Merrick\, Martin Anthony Dorado\, and Alyssa Rose
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/queer-mvmnt-fest/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Special Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250617
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
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SUMMARY:Art/Elements: a world of our own making
DESCRIPTION:“Art/Elements” is a collection of art\, conceived\, born and raised using the building blocks of all that makes our planet exist in a perfect and orderly fashion. From clay/earth transformed by %re\, to glass\, shaped and polished by sand and sea\, to hand-carved paintings\, reflecting a strong connection to all things natural. All of this work is tremendously individual and diverse\, but brought together in a beautiful\, cohesive collection; a perfect world of Art/Elements.\nAlan Potter; ceramic sculptor\, Rex Allen & Gene Nockengust; beach glass jewelers and Brit Hansen; painter/carver\, will come together in San Diego’s beautiful Spanish Village (Balboa Park) to showcase their unique expressions through their art.\nOpening Reception\, June 7th\n3-7pm or during our\nRegular gallery hours\nJune 4th-16th\n11am-4pm \nVillage Arts Outreach Gallery
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/art-elements-a-world-of-our-own-making/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250622
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
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SUMMARY:La Llorona on the Blue Line
DESCRIPTION:La Llorona on the Blue Line by Mabelle Reynoso is an immersive play that interweaves multiple historical timelines aboard San Diego’s Blue Line trolley\, haunted by La Llorona—a spectral embodiment of maternal grief\, injustice\, and memory. Set in light rail train cars from 1920\, 1946\, and 1982\, each era unfolds as a chilling vignette\, revealing hidden truths and long-buried pain as La Llorona traverses time and space. Through ghostly encounters and eerie reckonings\, this immersive play invites audiences to board different train cars\, experiencing how the past lingers in unexpected ways. Here\, the Blue Line becomes a liminal space where truth surfaces and spirits seek justice to wonder if La Llorona is not a monster but a mirror—asking who the real monsters are\, and reminding us that memory cannot be shackled.\nJune 5-21\nNational City Depot\n922 W 23rd St\nNational City\, CA 91950\n \n \n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/la-llorona-on-the-blue-line/
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250105T203208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250105T203209Z
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SUMMARY:East Village Blues Fest
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music at the 4th Annual East Village Blues Fest! This year’s lineup includes the Queen of Boogie Woogie\, Sue Palmer & her Motel Swing Orchestra\, Len Rainey & The Midnight Players\, The Stoney B. Blues Band\, and Zavala Sol & The Tighten Ups—all on the same stage! Join us on Saturday\, June 7th\, from 4-9 PM for incredible performances\, a full bar\, and delicious food from El Comal. 21+ event. Don’t miss out on this electric evening of blues and great vibes!\nQuartyard\n1301 Market Street\nSan Diego\, CA 92101\n \n\n\n\n \n\n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/east-village-blues-fest/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250707
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
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SUMMARY:Roy Jenuine: Modern Folk Art
DESCRIPTION:Roy Jenuine\, Camping with Dogs Near a Blue Sky\, 2010 \nRoy Jenuine is a mixed media artist hailing from the north coastal beach community of Leucadia\, Calif. He has spent his life’s work blending wood\, photography and found materials to create artful masterpieces spanning functional furniture\, to mixed media assemblage. Jenuine’s work explores materials\, finishes\, and craftsmanship\, as well as observations about his surroundings. He finds humor in the everyday\, captures nostalgia\, pushes the boundaries of function and form. He aligns himself with folk art and architecture\, addressing both complex modernist aesthetics and found elements from the salvage yard. Drawing from his childhood in Los Angeles\, early 1970s residency at the radical architectural project Arcosanti\, and formal training at San Diego State University\, Jenuine has developed a distinctive visual vocabulary that is rigorous\, fun\, meditative and truly original.\nModern Folk Art 1978-now\n312 S Cedros Ave Ste 180\nSolana Beach\, CA 92075\nJune 9-July 6 Thursday-Sunday 11a-6p
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/modern-folk-art-1978-now/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250605T221806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T221806Z
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SUMMARY:Orlando
DESCRIPTION:Orlando is an aged musician from a small town in central Italy who lost his wife years ago and now lives alone\, playing the accordion at weddings and working the land. Valerio\, his only child\, left for Brussels soon after his mother’s death\, which led Orlando to cut all ties with him. However\, when he reaches out to his father to ask for help\, Orlando feels he must oblige. For the first time in his life\, he leaves the town and travels to Brussels to see Valerio\, only to arrive when it is too late. His son is dead\, leaving behind a nine-year-old daughter\, Lyse. Now\, a new life for Orlando awaits…\nFilm Screening in Italian with English subtitles.\nLa Paloma Theatre\n471 S Coast Hwy 101\, Encinitas\, CA 92024\nJune 12\, 2025\, 7:00 – 9:00 PM PDT
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/orlando/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251020
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T210652Z
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SUMMARY:The Kumeyaay Visual Storytelling Project
DESCRIPTION:“Visual storytelling has been apart of Kumeyaay tradition since time immemorial.”\nThe Kumeyaay Visual Storytelling Project is an immersive exhibition that brings the two-part comic Our\, Past\, Present\, and Future and Beyond Gaming\, written by Kumeyaay Tribal Historians Ethan Banegas\, Michael Connolly Miskwish\, Lorraine Orosco\, and Stanley Rodriguez\, to life in three dimensions.\n“Each of these two ways [comics] tells the same story\, but slightly differently. Sometimes\, having the same story told twice is the best way to learn about something that’s complicated. We want these two stories to help everyone learn more about our people\, our story and how we view the world.”\nAuthored by Tribal Historians Ethan Banegas\, Michael Connolly Miskwish\, Lorraine Orosco\, and Stanley Rodriguez\, the exhibition presents history from the perspective of Kumeyaay culture bearers and celebrates the power of visual storytelling through graphic novels. \nOn view through October 19\, 2025\nWisteria Cottage\n780 Prospect Street\nLa Jolla\, CA 92037
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/the-kumeyaay-visual-storytelling-project/
CATEGORIES:Spoken Word / Literature
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250615
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250430T052256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T042453Z
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SUMMARY:Resilient Skies
DESCRIPTION:Resilient Skies I launches San Diego Dance Theater’s newest annual repertory concert with an electrifying program of movement\, emotion\, and artistry. Featuring iconic works by Jean Isaacs and SDDT’s Executive Artistic Director Terry Wilson\, this thrilling evening also unveils world premieres by the bold and visionary choreographers Sol de la Rosa and Matthew Armstrong. Resilient Skies I celebrates the power of dance to inspire\, transform\, and uplift—soaring beyond boundaries with passion and resilience.\n\nResilient Skies I | June 13th & 14th\, 2025\n7pm at the Saville Theatre\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/resilient-skies/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250818
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250625T024046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T163128Z
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SUMMARY:Embracing the Mystery
DESCRIPTION:Embracing the Mystery is a juried exhibition curated by students in the Professional Practices class at Palomar College. The exhibition delves into the unsettling and unknown aspects of life\, exploring existential questions such as: What is the past? What is the future? What is consciousness? What are dreams? As Thich Nhat Hanh reminds us\, “The present moment is the only moment available to us\, and it is the door to all moments.” Life is a mystery; the only tangible reality is the ever-changing present.\nThe exhibition presents a collection of two-dimensional works — including photography\, video\, painting\, and drawing — by forty-two artists. The artists explore both internal and external landscapes\, reflecting on themes such as isolation\, exploration\, entrapment\, love\, and the human body. Works like Lina Al’s Self Love and Jim Eighmey’s Rio Frio Caves\, Belize exemplify the diverse subject matter.\nJune 14 – August 17\, 2025\nCA Center for the Arts Escondido\n340 N. Escondido Blvd.\nEscondido\, CA 92025
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/embracing-the-mystery/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250608T062950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250608T062958Z
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SUMMARY:Pointeworks
DESCRIPTION:Pointeworks returns to San Diego for its highly anticipated second season\, showcasing a breathtaking evening of ballet that blends tradition with innovation. Under Artistic Director Sophie Williams\, the Summer 2025 Season presents three world premieres by visionary choreographers Reka Gyulai\, Laine Habony\, and DaYoung Jung. The program features the enchanting “Carousel” duet by Christopher Wheeldon\, performed with live piano accompaniment. With a dynamic international cast of 12 dancers\, this performance promises a rich tapestry of classical and contemporary styles\, highlighting creative collaborations in choreography\, music\, and visual art for an unforgettable experience.\nThe Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center\n7600 Fay Avenue\nLa Jolla\, California 92037\nSaturday\, June 14\, 2025\n8:00 PM
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/pointeworks/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250615T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250615T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250615T194204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T194204Z
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SUMMARY:16th Annual San Diego Spirits Festival
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to shake things up at the 16th Annual San Diego Spirits Festival! The ultimate destination for those who live and breathe exceptional cocktails and fine spirits.\nexciting updates- here’s a little sneak peek of what’s in store:\n🎤 George Pajon from the Black Eyed Peas will be performing live\, joined by acclaimed singer-songwriter Andrew Cole\, bringing amazing music and energy to the festival.\nPrepare for a sensory explosion! Join us for two days of pure indulgence\, where you can:\n\n\nSavor Unlimited Delicious Drinks: Explore a vast universe of flavors with unlimited access to incredible cocktails.\n\n\nMeet the Masters: Mingle with over 65 of your favorite spirit brands and discover exciting new craft distilleries and innovative creations.\n\n\nDive into a World of Flavor: From smooth whiskeys and complex bourbons to vibrant tequilas\, smoky mezcals\, crisp gins\, and refreshing RTDs\, your perfect pour awaits.\n\n\nExperience Luxury by the Sea: Immerse yourself in a spectacular venue with breathtaking La Jolla ocean views.\n\n\nDress to Impress: This is San Diego’s biggest and most stylish happy hour!\n\n\n“We’re crafting an unforgettable\, experience-driven event\, where every guest is inspired by the artistry of exquisite cocktails and spirits in a truly stunning setting.”\nMark your calendars! Don’t miss this unparalleled cocktail experience on September 27-28\, 2025. Join us for two days of top-tier spirits\, unlimited cocktails\, and a deep dive into the heart of the luxury cocktail industry.\nGet ready to raise a glass and celebrate the art of the perfect drink!\nSeptember 27-28\, 2025\nMuseum of Contemporary Art San Diego in La Jolla\n700 Prospect Street La Jolla\, CA 92037
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/16th-annual-san-diego-spirits-festival/
CATEGORIES:Culinary Arts,Music Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250616T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250616T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250530T215730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T215730Z
UID:49532-1750100400-1750107600@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:Story Concert: The Tie That Binds
DESCRIPTION:As our 18th Story Concert Season comes to a close we are excited to explore the meaning of family. Some families we are born with and some families we choose ourselves – Join us as we share the joy\, the laughter and the unexpected as we explore the complexity of family.\nJune 16\, 7:00 p.m.\nThe Tie That Binds – All in the family\n\nOLD TOWN THEATRE\n4040 Twiggs Avenue\nSan Diego\, CA 92110
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/story-concert-the-tie-that-binds/
CATEGORIES:Spoken Word / Literature
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250629
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250613T201249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T201249Z
UID:49648-1750204800-1751155199@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:The largest gathering of concertmasters and principal players in North America\, featuring top players from the world’s greatest orchestras including the New York Philharmonic\, the Cleveland Orchestra\, the Los Angeles Philharmonic\, the Philadelphia Orchestra\, the Israel Philharmonic and dozens more.\nMusic Director Michael Francis\nJune 18-28\, 2025
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/mainly-mozart-all-star-orchestra/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250622
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250609T031450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T031450Z
UID:49621-1750291200-1750550399@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:2025 Black Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego Black Artist Collective presents the 2025 Black Arts Festival\, June 19–22 at Diversionary Theatre. This four-day celebration of Black creativity features theatre\, music\, dance\, visual art\, and poetry\, centering historically excluded voices. Highlights include a reading of Crack Baby\, a performance of Black Creek Risin’\, the Lift EVERY Voice showcase\, and a joyful Gospel Brunch to close the weekend.\nThursday\, June 19\, 2025  7:30 PM \nSunday\, June 22\, 2025  2:00 PM
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/2025-black-arts-festival/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250713
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250624T024833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T024833Z
UID:49742-1750291200-1752364799@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE by Tennessee Williams
DESCRIPTION:The Big Easy is anything but for Blanche DuBois\, the quintessential creation in Tennessee Williams’ classic tale of lustful deceit and the longing for redemption.  On the run from her mysterious past\, the destitute Blanche arrives on the doorstep of her younger sister Stella who is pregnant with her first child. Desperate for attention and demanding the devotion that has forever eluded her\, Blanche inserts herself between the mother-to-be and her hot-blooded husband Stanley and sparks a flame of passion and possession that cannot be contained and can only consume everything in its path.\nJune 19 – July 12\, 2025\nTenth Avenue Arts Center\n930 Tenth Avenue\nSan Diego\, CA 92101
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/a-streetcar-named-desire-by-tennessee-williams/
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250619T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250619T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250617T134140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T134140Z
UID:49706-1750359600-1750366800@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:Moments Without Proper Names
DESCRIPTION:In his final film as director\, Gordon Parks (The Learning Tree\, Shaft) turned the camera upon himself and created a deeply personal and remarkably poetic self-portrait. Moments Without Proper Names blends Parks’s striking photographs (spanning four decades) with newly-shot footage of the artist\, his own musical compositions\, and personal reminiscences performed by a trio of esteemed actors: Avery Brooks\, Roscoe Lee Browne\, and Joe Seneca. Restored from the original camera negatives\, presented in cooperation with the Gordon Parks Foundation and the Library of Congress\, Moments Without Proper Names offers a penetrating gaze into the life and mind of one of the 20th Century’s most celebrated artists.\nDirector: Gordon Parks \nMedium Photo members pay just $10 admission ($14 general)\, with underground parking available. \nThursday\, June 19 at 7:00pm\nDigital Gym Cinema\n 1100 Market St\,\nSan Diego\, CA 92101
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/moments-without-proper-names/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250625T023707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T032041Z
UID:49793-1750464000-1762127999@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:XICANA! San Diego
DESCRIPTION:XICANA! San Diego explores the powerful intersections of art\, activism\, and cultural identity through the lens of over one hundred Chicana artists from across Southern California. Curated by Dulce Stein and organized by ESMoA in collaboration with the California Center for the Arts\, Escondido\, this exhibition will celebrate resilience\, identity\, and vision through work in all media\, including painting\, textiles\, photography\, sculpture\, performance\, film\, and poetry.\nSee the preview HERE.\nJune 21 – November 2\, 2025\nCA Center for the Arts Escondido\n340 N. Escondido Blvd.\nEscondido\, CA 92025\n\n \n \n 
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/xicana-san-diego/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250623T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250623T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250613T195348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T195348Z
UID:49644-1750705200-1750712400@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:Jewish Short Play Festival
DESCRIPTION:After a successful debut\, the Jewish Short Play Festival returns with more laughter\, drama\, and thought-provoking themes! Celebrating local and beyond\, this year’s festival features short plays performed by San Diego’s brightest actors. Directed by Debra Wanger\, the event explores themes of identity and tradition in contemporary Jewish life. Don’t miss this community-driven celebration of talent and storytelling.\nMonday\, June 23\, 2025 | 7:00 pm\nDavid & Dorothea Garfield Theatre\nLawrence Family JCC
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/jewish-short-play-festival/
CATEGORIES:Spoken Word / Literature,Theatre
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250704
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250627T033417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T033417Z
UID:49831-1750896000-1751587199@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:Ran
DESCRIPTION:Experience Ran\, Akira Kurosawa’s stunning adaptation of King Lear\, hailed as one of the greatest films ever made. This 1985 epic explores the tragic downfall of warlord Hidetora Ichimonji after dividing his kingdom among his sons. Featuring powerful performances and breathtaking visuals\, Ran is a masterwork of Japanese cinema.\nDirector: Akira Kurosawa Run Time: 160 min. Release Year: 1985 Language: Japanese\nStarring: Akira Terao\, Daisuke Ryū\, Jinpachi Nezu\, Mieko Harada\, Tatsuya Nakadai\nJune 26 – July 3\, 2025\n1100 Market Street\nSan Diego\, CA 92101
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/ran/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250624T182153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T182153Z
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SUMMARY:SD VAMP: Challenge Accepted
DESCRIPTION:Join the June edition of SD VAMP: Challenge Accepted on Thursday\, June 26\, 8–10 PM at Whistle Stop Bar. Hear bold\, funny\, and inspiring true stories from local storytellers who faced down life’s biggest challenges—whether heroically or hilariously. Featuring Amanda Qassar\, Lisane Basquiat\, Katerina Vee\, Kristen Nash\, Sidra Montgomery\, Stephanie Hansen\, and Tina Huong. Tickets are $10. Ages 21+.\nJune 26\, 2025\n8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/sd-vamp-challenge-accepted/
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Spoken Word / Literature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250113T231138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T231139Z
UID:47939-1751014800-1751043600@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:VIP Arts & Culture Baja Tour – PERFORMING ARTS
DESCRIPTION:Discover Baja’s Vibrant Art and Culture: A VIP Experience\nImmerse yourself in the rich creative landscape of Baja California with an expertly curated cultural tour of Tijuana’s performing arts scene by Art Scene Baja. The VIP experience includes round-trip transportation from the border\, a gourmet lunch\, and wine tasting featuring Baja’s finest vintages.\n– \n\nThe Vanguard Culture team will meet you on the U.S. side of the border and we will walk across together. The Art Scene Baja bus will pick us up immediately on the other side. Guests will be returned to the San Ysidro border and will walk across with the Vanguard Cult\nFriday\, June 27\, 9am-5pm: Performing Arts Tour\n\nExperience an exclusive tour of a private theater.\nEnjoy a contemporary dance performance at the Conservatorio de Danza México.\nSavor Baja’s finest wines during a private tasting.\nDelight in a gourmet lunch blending Mexican and fusion flavors.\nEnjoy live jazz in an iconic Baja venue.\nReturn transportation to the Tijuana border crossing.\n\nPrice per person: $300 USD\nWhat to Bring:\n\nComfortable shoes and a light jacket (evening return).\nPersonal or business cards for networking opportunities.\nCash or cards for small purchases (Pesos\, Dollars\, and credit cards are accepted).\nPassport and/or SENTRI card\n\nEmbark on a journey of inspiration and creativity. Reserve your spot today!
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/vip-arts-culture-baja-tour-performing-arts/
CATEGORIES:Culinary Arts,Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250609T003316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T043943Z
UID:49614-1751112000-1751140800@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:San Diego Black Arts & Culture District Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black creativity and culture at the Annual San Diego Black Arts & Culture District Music Festival on Saturday\, June 28\, 2025\, from 12–8 PM at MLK Park. Enjoy live performances by Miki Vale\, C.C. Carter\, Daneen Wilburn\, Lenny “Fuzzy” Rankin\, and Ben Williams\, plus community activities all day. Explore art exhibits\, a STEAM tent\, local vendors\, and more in this family-friendly celebration of music\, history\, and innovation.\nSaturday\, June 28\, 2025\n12:00 PM 8:00 PM \nMartin L. King Jr. Park\n6401 Skyline Drive\nSan Diego\, CA\, 92114
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/san-diego-black-arts-culture-district-music-festival/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250729T143000
DTSTAMP:20260604T091808
CREATED:20250624T025259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T025259Z
UID:49745-1751112900-1753799400@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:National Theatre Live: A Streetcar Named Desire
DESCRIPTION:Director: Nick Wickham Run Time: 174 min. Release Year: 2014\nStarring: Ben Foster\, Clare Burt\, Corey Johnson\, Gillian Anderson\, Vanessa Kirby\n\nSynopsis: As Blanche’s fragile world crumbles\, she turns to her sister Stella for solace – but her downward spiral brings her face to face with the brutal\, unforgiving Stanley Kowalski.\nShowtimes:\nSaturday\, June 28\, 2025: 12:15\nSunday\, June 29: 2025: 12:45\nTicket Prices: $18 Regular / $16 Students & Seniors / $15 Members *NO OTHER DISCOUNTS/PASSES ALLOWED*\nTrailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0SOh95iunE&ab_channel=NationalTheatre
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/national-theatre-live-a-streetcar-named-desire/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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