Pride Prom, open vinyl tables and making your own carabiner: Things to do in San Diego June 4 - June 10

This week San Diegans can create art, look at art and make their voices heard at a number of art shows, art walks and community gatherings.

Written by Rami Alarian, Edited by Kate Morrissey

Editor's note: We have used AI to help us extract information from event flyers, but humans have selected, adjusted and reviewed each entry.

As pride month kicks off, San Diegans can attend DJ events, crafting events, a Pride prom or even hang out by the beach to learn about the history of Pride.

For food distribution events and other no-cost grocery options, check out our online map to find one near you.

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June 4 

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

Paper Mates: Tender Hooligan is hosting a weekly art night with open turntables organized by DJ Mane One. A sign-up sheet will be available for open tables with slots expected to fill quickly. The bar will have Tribal Lager beer specials. 6 - 10 p.m., every Thursday, 221 Third Ave Suite 101, Chula Vista, CA 91910 

June 5 

Parks After Dark: Come Play Outside presents a free family event series starting June 5 running Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through Aug. 1 at recreation centers across San Diego. Activities include music and entertainment, youth sports, inflatables, arts and crafts, health and fitness and community resources. Kids eat free while supplies last. No events June 19, July 2, 3 or 4 at all locations. 5 - 8 p.m., Dolores Magdaleno “Memorial” Recreation Center, 2902 Marcy Ave, San Diego, CA 92113; Skyline Hills Recreation Center, 8285 Skyline Dr, San Diego, CA 92114; City Heights Recreation Swim & Tennis Center, 4380 Landis St, San Diego, CA 92105; Linda Vista Recreation Center, 7064 Levant St, San Diego, CA 92111; Silver Wing Recreation Center, 3737 Arey Dr, San Diego, CA 92154 

Oceanside Art Walk: This month's edition of Oceanside's monthly art walk features Sambamerica Dance & Drum Collective offering a free community dance class with live drums at 6:30 p.m., following Baba Aki's Drum Circle. 5 - 9 p.m., Civic Center Plaza, Oceanside. 1200 Third Ave, San Diego, CA 92101   

Virtual First Friday: Mundo Gardens is hosting a virtual community meeting as part of the Reconnecting Southeast San Diego and National City project that will include updates on the Green Corridor and community master plan shaped at prior visioning workshops. Attendees can ask questions, learn about upcoming volunteer opportunities and connect with neighbors. 5:30 - 7 p.m., virtual via Google Meet

Pride Prom: Side By Side Our Space is hosting a free Pride Prom for teens ages 14-18 featuring a raffle for a Nintendo Switch. The event is presented in partnership with Ashland Youth Center, Dream Youth Clinic, The Colab and Planned Parenthood Mar Monte. 6 - 9 p.m., 1970 Via Buena Vista, San Lorenzo, CA 94580 

Summer Lovin' Singles Night: Commonplace SD and Little Birdie Matchmaking are co-hosting a matchmaker-led singles event for adults ages 25-40 at Mission Brewery in Kensington, featuring activities designed to spark connection. Tickets must be purchased in advance; no door sales. $10. 6 - 8 p.m., Mission Brewery, 4067 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116 

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 

All Things Rad: Tender Hooligan presents a dance night with Iron Mike and Profile on the decks playing funk, soul, classic Hip Hop, breaks and dance bangers. 8 p.m. - midnight, Tender Hooligan, 221 Third Ave Suite 101, Chula Vista, CA 91910 

June 6 

University Heights Garage Sale & E-Waste Recycling: University Heights Community Associate is hosting its annual yard sale and eco-friendly recycling event featuring more than 60 households of the University Heights neighborhood. People can recycle electronics, shop and donate no-longer-used items. Register online to add garage sales to the official map, which is released the morning of the event. 7 a.m. - 3 p.m., University Heights, San Diego, CA 92116 

North Park Mini Book Fair: Verbatim Books and the North Park Community Fair present a curated literary market featuring local bookshops. The event is free and open to all ages. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., North Park Way from 29th to Ray St., San Diego, California 92104

Water and Kindness Free Store: Every Saturday, Water and Kindness hosts a free store at Popup Winona where visitors can donate items or get needed supplies. The group is seeking donations of baby formula, bags, blankets, diapers, first aid items, harm reduction supplies, hats, gloves, hygiene products, mobility aids, rolling carts or wagons, shoes, sleeping bags, socks, tarps, tents, undergarments and water. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., 4951 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, California 92115 

Peace Vigil for Palestine: CODEPINK San Diego, Palestine Pals and other local activism groups host a weekly peace vigil to advocate for peace in Gaza and beyond every Saturday in Ocean Beach. The group invites attendees to wear pink and bring peace-themed posters. For more information, email sandiego@codepink.org. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Sunset Cliffs Blvd. and W Point Loma Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107 

Drummers Without Borders Workshop: The Front Arte & Cultura in San Ysidro presents a free, beginner-friendly hands-on drumming workshop with Drummers Without Borders, supported by Casa Familiar and the Prebys Foundation. Instruments will be provided. Ages 16 and older, 10 - 11:30 a.m., June 6, 13 and 27, The Front Arte & Cultura, 147 W San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173 

Querida: A Love Letter to Our Neighborhoods: Uprise & Grind is hosting a series of art workshops at The Mental Bar inviting participants to create work honoring the places and communities that raised them. On June 13, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. a community gallery will showcase the artwork. Workshops June 6 - 7, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., The Mental Bar, 6325 Imperial Ave, San Diego, CA 92114 

EXPO: The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego is hosting a free two-day expo showcasing publishing, design, music and community vendors. Gallery admission is 50% off all weekend. RSVP online. June 6, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., and June 7, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, 650 Coast Blvd. S, La Jolla, CA 92037

North Park Music Fest: This annual event returns with more than 30 live acts spread across venues throughout the neighborhood for an afternoon and evening of music and community. Tickets are available online for $25. Noon - 9 p.m., North Park, San Diego, CA 92104 

Pride by the Beach: The History of Pride, Part 1 — Origins: North County's Pride by the Beach returns to the Oceanside Civic Center for a community celebration honoring the origins of the Pride movement. The event is free and open to the public. Noon - 6 p.m., Oceanside Civic Center, 300 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054 

Ideological Foundations of San Diego's Panther Party: The Panther Party San Diego Chapter presents a political education session on the ideological framework and core beliefs of the organization and how those principles inform its community work. 12:30 p.m., Panther HQ, 6 Hensley St., San Diego, CA 92102 

Sky Deck 5th Anniversary at Le Parfait Paris: Le Parfait Paris celebrates five years at Sky Deck with $5 lattes and cappuccinos. 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Le Parfait Paris, Del Mar Sky Deck, 12841 El Camino Real San Diego, CA 92130 

Yap + Scrap: Yap and Scrap SD, a queer art collective, is hosting a free make-your-own carabiner craft event on the second floor of Lestat’s in Hillcrest. Material including carabiners and charms will be provided, and attendees are welcome to bring their own carabiner or charms to share. RSVP online. 2 - 6 p.m., Lestat's, 1045 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92116 

Balboa Park Garden Party: Forever Balboa Park presents its inaugural garden party at Balboa Park, featuring botanical cuisine and cocktails, music and golden hour in the gardens. Ticket proceeds support the care and future of Balboa Park. Tickets available online. 5 - 10 p.m. Botanical Building and Central Gardens, Balboa Park, 1550 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 

Overeasy: Overeasy returns to Park & Rec for a free night of dancing with DJ sets by Dauché, Virusss and iMagee. Early arrival is suggested; RSVP online here to skip the line. Free, 9 p.m., Park & Rec, 4612 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA 92116 

June 7 

Healing Together Part 2: The Islamic Center of San Diego is hosting a community gathering for support and spiritual renewal following the recent violent attack on the center. The program includes a brunch suhbah, a talk by Dr. Marwa Azab titled "The First Story After Trauma: Resetting the Nervous System for Safety," separate healing circles for men, women, children and youth, art therapy sessions by the Art and Wilderness Institute, and du'a. Brunch will be provided. Register online. 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., 7050 Eckstrom Ave, San Diego, CA 92111  

Sabor del Barrio: The third annual Neighborhood Taste of Barrio Logan offers a self-guided food tour of Chicano food featuring tastings at more than 35 restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops, breweries and distilleries throughout the Barrio Logan Cultural District. Tickets include free entry to the Chicano Park Museum & Cultural Center, The Atheneum Art Center, Quint Gallery and a tour at Tao Clay, plus free trolley shuttle service throughout the district. All funds are reinvested into the community. Advance tickets are $40; day-of tickets are $55 if available. Noon - 4 p.m., Barrio Logan Cultural District, San Diego, 92113

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 

Blanket Sounds: Blanket Sounds returns to Waterfront Park for a free, all-ages outdoor music event featuring a live saxophone performance by Riva.Sax, a curated DJ set by City Soul Collective SD and artwork by Irlanda Navarro. The event repeats July 26, Aug. 30 and Sept. 20. Vendors can apply online. 3 - 7 p.m., 1600 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA 92101 

Summer Park Arc: New Style Hustle San Diego is hosting a weekly outdoor dance session at Liberty Station featuring an advanced hustle combo, beginner class and open social with classes led by Reggie. Donations are welcomed. Adv. Hustle Combo 4:30 p.m., Beginner Class 5:15 p.m., Open Social 6 p.m. – sundown. Every Sunday in June, Liberty Station, 2640 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA 92106 

June 8 

Free Digital Literacy Series: San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce offers a free five-week training series focusing on tech skills and building confidence in the digital age. Every Monday in June, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Malcolm X Library, 5148 Market St., San Diego, CA 92114 

Carbon Literacy for Community Action: San Diego nonprofit In Good Company is hosting a two-evening virtual training accredited by the Carbon Literacy Project covering greenhouse gases, the carbon cycle, climate justice and strategies for individual and collective impact. Dr. Adrienne Fusek and Inemesit "Ine" Williams will lead the training. Participants who complete the course earn a globally recognized Carbon Literacy certificate. The fee is $295, and scholarships are available for those who need financial assistance. Enroll online. 6 - 8:30 p.m. June 8-9, online via Zoom  

San Diego Poetry Slam: San Diego Poetry Slam is hosting a final qualifier for the Gladiator Slam with the winner earning the eighth slot in the finals. The Gladiator Slam Finals will be held July 13. Tickets available online. 8 p.m., 3925 Ohio St, San Diego, CA 92104 

June 9 

Pasta Making Class at Colosseo: Colosseo restaurant is hosting an intimate, hands-on pasta-making class where guests create authentic Italian dishes from scratch in a relaxed, social setting. Participants take home recipes of the dishes they make. Tickets are $90 per person, and an optional wine pairing is available for an additional $30. 4 p.m., Colosseo, 945 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Solana Beach, CA 92075 

Open Tables: DJ Loki and Tacos El Villasana are hosting a weekly open-format DJ night welcoming vinyl and digital sets at Mason Ale Works. Aspiring DJs can direct message the organizer to get on the list to play. 5 - 9 p.m., Mason Ale Works, 2179 Logan Ave., San Diego, CA 92113 

Macrame Workshop: Fiber artist Sitoë Thiam leads a beginner-friendly macrame workshop at The Front Gallery, guiding participants through essential knots and four projects. All materials provided. Free with RSVP to elizabethb@casafamiliar.org. 5:30 - 8 p.m., The FRONT Arte & Cultura, 147 W San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173 

June 10 

Natasha Diggs with Ohmega Watts / QSTN — PTL 4th Anniversary: Part Time Lover celebrates its fourth anniversary with DJ Natasha Diggs alongside residents Ohmega Watts and QSTN. Part Time Lover, 3829 30th St., San Diego, CA 92104 

Sketch Night: Good News Bar is hosting a recurring creative meetup with a casual night of drawing and community. Participants are encouraged to bring their own materials. 4 - 10 p.m., Good News Bar, 3821 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA 92103 

Open Vinyl Night: DJ Loki hosts a weekly open-format vinyl night at Jaguar Paw. Contact the organizer to get on the DJ list. 6 - 11 p.m., Jaguar Paw, Bar 2185 1/2 Logan Ave., San Diego 92113