Makers markets, a read-out and a book swap: Things to do in San Diego April 2-8
This week, San Diegans can participate in community yoga or in a weekly protest.
Written by Maya Srikrishnan, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp
Editor's note: We have used AI to help us extract information from event flyers, but humans have selected, adjusted and reviewed each entry.
This weekend, San Diegans can shop at multiple local makers markets, take a class on writing ekphrastic poetry or journal in a community third space. For the bookworms, several blocks of North Park will be shut down to silently read in community or find a new book at a book swap in Oceanside.
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April 2
ICE Out of San Diego: A coalition of local organizations is hosting a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity every Thursday in front of the Edward J. Schwartz Federal Building, which holds the San Diego ICE Field Office. RSVP online. 10 a.m., 880 Front St., San Diego, CA 92101
First Thursdays with Hi-Res Magazine: San Diego Made and High-Res Magazine are hosting monthly storytelling nights with music and art on the first Thursday of each month at San Diego Made Factory. This month features stories by Claudia Rodriguez-Biezunski, Justin Huelbig and Natalia Ventura. 6 - 8 p.m., San Diego Made Factory, 2031 Commercial St. #114, San Diego, CA 92113
April 3
Koi Pond/Made Factory Market: The Koi Pond Market and San Diego Made Factory are hosting a new pop-up market, featuring food, art and vintage clothing. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., San Diego Made Factory, 2031 Commercial St #114, San Diego, CA 92113
Community Yoga: Alchemystic Studio hosts a gentle community yoga session at The Brown Building every Friday. Reserve space online on a pay-what-you-can basis. 6 - 7 p.m., The Brown Building, 4133 Poplar St., San Diego, CA 92105
Foodies & Goodies Emergency Food Drive: The North County LGBTQ Resource Center hosts weekly food distribution every Friday. Food is first come, first serve. There are no requirements, but there is a short census with basic demographics. 12 - 2 p.m., 1919 Apple St., Oceanside, CA 92054. Non-perishable, pantry item donations can be dropped off Mondays through Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
April 4
North Park Community Fair: Read Out: Verbatim Books is hosting a silent reading event taking over North Park Way, with book vendors, a dollar book sale and a book swap on site. Attendees are encouraged to bring something to sit on, something to read, snacks and drinks. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., North Park Way from 29th Street to Ray St., San Diego 92104
Makers Arcade Spring Fair: San Diego Made is hosting a spring fair at Balboa Park featuring makers, shopping, live music, food and drinks. April 4-5, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Balboa Park, 624 El Prado, San Diego, 92104
Book Swap: Commonplace presents a book swap at Belching Beaver Oceanside. Bring at least one book to swap and take as many home as you'd like. Admission is $5 via Venmo to @jean-eh or cash at the door. RSVP online for a calendar reminder. 6 - 7:30 p.m., Belching Beaver Oceanside, 1334 Rocky Point Dr, Oceanside, CA 92056
Freeflow Sessions Vol. 1: Freeflow Collective invites San Diegans to the first installment of its third-space series featuring beverages, a journaling session, a live DJ and Filipino-inspired fragrances. 7 - 9:30 p.m., Easy Does It, 5375 Kearny Villa Road #113, San Diego, CA 92123
April 5
Awaken the Poet Within: Dr. Marit Anderson is leading a class on writing ekphrastic poetry, a style marked by vivid descriptions. Students should bring a pen and paper with them. Reserve tickets online on a sliding scale from $10 to $35. 3 - 5 p.m., Thread Spun, 1114 N Coast Hwy. 101, Suite 4, Encinitas, CA 92024
City Heights Food Distribution: The Abundant Grace Christian Center distributes food on Mondays from 9-10 a.m., Wednesdays from 4-4:30 p.m. and Sundays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Distribution is open to everyone. Abundant Grace Christian Center, 5856 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, CA 92115
Occupy Otay Demonstration: Demonstrators gather every Sunday on the sidewalk outside Otay Mesa Detention Center to protest the Trump administration's increase in arrests and detentions related to immigration enforcement. 2 - 4 p.m., 7488 Calzada de la Fuente, San Diego, CA, 92154
April 6
Chula Vista Civic Center Library Food Pantry: The Chula Vista Civic Center Library and Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego host a food pantry on Mondays and Wednesdays from noon to 7 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring their own grocery bags, and the library is accepting donations of clean paper, plastic and reusable bags. Mondays and Wednesdays, Noon - 7 p.m., 365 F St., Chula Vista, CA 91910
SD Music Room: Musicians, rappers, DJs, producers and other music enthusiasts gather monthly for a conversation about inspiration, craft and life. 6 - 9 p.m., Marcella June's Coffee Lounge, 8513 La Mesa Blvd., La Mesa, CA 91942
April 7
Acrylics Workshop Part Two: The FRONT Gallery is hosting a two-month intermediate acrylics workshop taught by artist and teacher Katie Ruiz where attendees can build on foundational techniques and deepen their practice. It's free to participate and all materials are provided. RSVP to elizabethb@casafamiliar.org. March 10, 17, 24 and 31; April 7, 14, 21 and 28, 5:30 - 8 p.m., The FRONT Gallery, 147 W. San Ysidro Blvd., San Diego, CA 92173
Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys Preview Party: The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego is hosting a preview party for its Giants exhibition featuring art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys. The party will feature special guests Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys, followed by an after-party at Lou Lou's Club at The Lafayette. Tickets are available online. 6 - 9 p.m., MCASD, 700 Prospect St., La Jolla, CA 92037
April 8
City Heights Food Distribution: The Abundant Grace Christian Center distributes food on Mondays from 9-10 a.m., Wednesdays from 4-4:30 p.m. and Sundays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Distribution is open to everyone. Abundant Grace Christian Center, 5856 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, CA 92115
