California Center for the Arts, Escondido

??? Looking for a FUN & FREE event this weekend? ??? Join us at the CCAE Museum on Saturday, March 15th, from 12 PM - 3 PM to celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year! ???? Experience a day filled with art, music, dance, and community as we welcome the renewal of spring! ???? ?? What’s Happening? ?? Live music & dance performances ??? Nowruz artisan market ?? Collaborative art-making with Dave Eassa & Kerry Soori McEachern ?? Fantastic Fish Youth Art Prize Exhibition ??? Hands-on art activities by Persian Place ?? BONUS EXPERIENCE: Arrive early for a curated art tour at 11:00 AM with Parisa Majidy, diving into Persian artistic expression in Prelude to Resonance (Week Four: Private Visions). Come celebrate the beauty of culture, creativity, and community—all are welcome! ???? ?? Special thanks to artist Dana Edwards for capturing the spirit of Nowruz in our stunning event poster! #Nowruz #PersianNewYear #NowruzCelebration #EscondidoArts #CulturalConnections #PersianArt #SpringRenewal #FreeEvent #CelebrateCulture

?? Enriching the Community—At Work! ?? We’re thrilled to welcome the Women's History Month celebration and the release of the Cafecito Business Magazine Spring Issue to California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Wednesday, March 26, from 5:00-7:00 PM! ?? A special highlight of the evening—our CEO, Gina Lopez, will be a keynote speaker! ?? As a leader in the arts, Gina is passionate about building community connections and strengthening Escondido through creativity, collaboration, and cultural engagement. This event is a fantastic opportunity to network, celebrate women in business, and support local leaders making an impact. Join Briana Weisinger, Associate Regional Director of the San Diego & Imperial SBDC Network, and an inspiring lineup of speakers! ?? Date: Wednesday, March 26 ?? Location: California Center for the Arts, Escondido ?? Register on Eventbrite: https://lnkd.in/gx9RBdnw Let’s come together to uplift, connect, and inspire! ?? Looking to network with local nonprofit and business professionals? Consider joining this great group! ??? Presented by: Latino Business Coalition, My San Diego, San Diego Cafecito Business Networking, My San Diego Latino, Cafecito Podcast #WomensHistoryMonth #CCAE #BuildingCommunity #Leadership #Escondido #CafecitoBusiness #WomenInBusiness #StrongerTogether #Networking #NonprofitLeaders #BusinessConnections

??? The Little Girl with the Big Voice ???? At California Center for the Arts, Escondido, we take pride in being a cultural hub for San Diego County, bringing people together through the transformative power of the arts. From world-class performances to local community events, our mission is to inspire, educate, and celebrate artistic expression. We were honored to host the Mariachi Festival, presented by Route 78 Rotary Club, featuring breathtaking performances by Tierra Caliente Academy of Arts, Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea, and LuMaya Music. This event was a true testament to the vibrant cultural traditions that unite us all! ?? Thank you to all the incredible artists, organizers, and attendees who made this festival a spectacular celebration of music, culture, and community! ??? Relive a little of the magic with this performance by Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea and LuMaya Music! ?? #ArtInTheCommunity #CulturalHub #MariachiFestival #Route78Rotary #TierraCalienteAcademy #MariachiDivasDeCindyShea #LuMayaMusic #SanDiegoArts #EscondidoEvents https://lnkd.in/g9R-7AZs

??? Hidden City Film Festival is Here! ??? We are beyond excited to announce Escondido’s FIRST-EVER film festival—the Hidden City Film Festival, happening September 26-28, 2025, hosted by The California Center for the Arts, Escondido! ???? ?? Calling all filmmakers, visual storytellers, and creative visionaries! ?? Submissions open March 9, 2025, on FilmFreeway.com—or check the link (https://lnkd.in/gnuNee2y) to submit your work and be part of this groundbreaking event. This three-day cinematic celebration will showcase a dynamic mix of short films, feature presentations, and student showcases from diverse voices around the world. Beyond the screenings, attendees can enjoy: ?? Filmmaker Q&As & Networking Events ?? After-Hour Gatherings ?? An Exciting Awards Ceremony on the Final Night ?? Special submission discounts available for local & student filmmakers—visit our FilmFreeway page for details! This is more than just a festival—it’s the start of a new cinematic tradition in Escondido. Join us in bringing arts, culture, and storytelling to our community! ?? Submissions Open: March 9, 2025 ?? Festival Dates: September 26-28, 2025 Follow @hiddencityfilm on Instagram for updates and help us spread the word—let’s make history together! ??? #HiddenCityFilmFestival #EscondidoFilm #FilmFestival2025 #SupportTheArts #IndependentFilm #StudentFilmmakers #HiddenCityCinema #VisualStorytelling #FilmCommunity

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?? Celebrating Women at CCAE this International Women's Day! ?? Today, we recognize and celebrate the incredible women at California Center for the Arts, Escondido who contribute to our mission of enriching the community through the power of the arts. ?????? At CCAE, we are actively working to elevate women’s voices and create opportunities for leadership and advancement in the arts. Here's how: ?? Women Leading the Way – Our CEO is among the only 5% of global CEO appointments (as of 2020) that go to women. Under her leadership, CCAE has been revitalized, achieving financial success and long-term sustainability while deepening our impact in the community. ?? Empowering Women in Leadership – Women hold senior leadership positions at CCAE where their voices, insights, and expertise are not only heard but respected and drive our organization's success. ?? Championing Female Artists – We are committed to showcasing and supporting the work of women artists through exhibitions, performances, and creative programs. ?? Fair & Supportive Workplaces – We believe in pay fairness and fostering work environments where all staff can succeed. ?? Breaking Barriers – We provide real pathways to careers in historically male-dominated industries, such as technical theater. Our paid Technical Arts Workforce Development program is making a difference, as one of our newest interns shared: "The field [audio production] is notoriously male-dominated, and I often felt excluded from it, particularly when I was younger... I appreciate the California Center for the Arts' commitment to these values!" Today and every day, we stand in support of women in the arts and remain committed to fostering a future where all voices are valued. #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInTheArts #WomenLead #CCAE #BreakingBarriers #RepresentationMatters ??????

Happy Employee Appreciation Day! ?? Today, we celebrate the incredible team members who make our organization thrive! Their dedication, passion, and hard work create meaningful experiences every day. We are beyond grateful for their commitment to our mission and the positive impact they have on our community. If you've ever had a positive experience with one of our amazing staff members, give this post a "like" ?? to show your appreciation! And if someone has made a difference in your experience, drop a comment and give them a shoutout! Thank you to our team for everything you do! ???? #EmployeeAppreciationDay #ThankYouTeam #GratitudeInAction #BestTeamEver #PositiveWorkplace #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeWellBeing #TeamworkMatters #PeopleFirst #GreatPlaceToWork

? A huge THANK YOU to the team at San Diego Civic Theatre for giving our Technical Production Team & interns an unforgettable backstage tour of Wicked! ???? We are so grateful for this incredible opportunity to see the magic behind the scenes ??, learn from the best ??, and gain insight into what it takes to bring such a spectacular production to life. From lighting ?? to set design ??, every detail was truly inspiring! Wishing the cast and crew of Wicked an amazing run—may your performances continue to defy gravity! ???? At CCAE, we are proud to be an arts education campus, creating meaningful learning opportunities and pathways to careers in the arts! ???? You'll find some of our previous interns at almost every theater in San Diego County! ???? #ThankYou ?? #WickedTheMusical ?? #BackstagePass ??? #TechnicalProduction ?? #EscondidoArts ?? #WorkforceDevelopment ?? #Careers ?? #CreatingPathways

We had the incredible opportunity to perform alongside Jason Mraz at his 2024 concert, Kaleidoscope! ? Kaleidoscope was a dynamic community event that showcased eight nonprofit arts organizations from San Diego, held at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido. Earlier this month the Jason Mraz Foundation released a mini-documentary about the concert. Be sure to check it out for a behind the scenes look at this inspiring event and catch a glimpse of ASB starting at 5:28. ?? Click here to watch: https://ow.ly/hjxK50V2rj7 #AStepBeyond #CreativeYouthDevelopment #Escondido #JasonMrazFoundation | California Center for the Arts, Escondido

?? Celebrating Gina Lopez ?? Yesterday, our incredible CEO, Gina Lopez, took the spotlight as the featured presenter at the Escondido Chamber of Commerce Leadership Luncheon! Selected as a respected business and community leader, Gina shared valuable insights and practical tools to help local businesses grow and strengthen the City of Escondido and surrounding communities. As CEO of California Center for the Arts, Escondido, Gina is dedicated to fostering community connections, expanding our reach, and ensuring the Center remains a vibrant cultural hub for local organizations. Her leadership continues to drive our mission forward, making a lasting impact in Escondido and beyond. ?? Bravo, Gina! ?? #Leadership #CommunityImpact #Escondido #CCAE #ArtsAndCulture