May 2025 Events from the Ocean Beach Green Center

Every Saturday at 10:30 am. San Diego Climate Mobilization Coalition Meetings May 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st. Keep up to date on climate issues and Climate Action events. To register email Jon Findley at jon@climatemobsd.org.  More info: https://www.facebook.com/SDClimateMobilization/

Every Saturday 10 am – 12 pm Peace Vigil for Palestine: Advocate for Peace and Justice in Gaza and Everywhere Join CODEPINK SD, San Diego Veterans for Peace, and Palestine Pals every Saturday at 10:00 am on the plaza corner of Sunset Cliffs Blvd. and W. Point Loma Blvd., entry to Ocean Beach, San Diego. Wear pink and bring a peace-related poster if you have one! Contact: Nathanael sandiego@codepink.org  More info:  https://www.instagram.com/codepinksd/

May 3rd Saturday 10 am – 2 pm  Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Summit  Oak Ballroom at Viejas Casino & Resort, located at 5000 Willows Road in Alpine. Organized by the Jamul Indian Village of California, Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation, Manzanita Band of the Kumeyaay Nation, San Pasqual Band of Mission Indians, and the San Diego Harbor Police Foundation, the summit aims to honor the lives of MMIP victims and foster lasting change through education, training, and collaboration across San Diego County law enforcement agencies.Throughout the summit, participants will take part in discussions designed to strengthen partnerships, share vital knowledge, and spotlight critical issues. Panels will feature human trafficking awareness training using state-of-the-art educational tools and programs, a law enforcement collaboration panel, as well as sessions focused on health, healing, and survivor experiences. Attendees will also be introduced to a new Digital Resource Center created to help address the MMIP crisis. More info:  https://mmipsd.org/  and https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mmip-san-diego-summit-tickets-1260092232789?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

May 3rd Saturday  Walk for the Animals Event by San Diego Humane Society  Liberty Station NTC Park 2455 Cushing Road San Diego Get ready for the best walk you’ll take all year! Join your fellow animal lovers and hundreds of furiends at Liberty Station to stretch your legs for a great cause! With our shelters at capacity and more animals relying on San Diego Humane Society for help every day, the funds raised by the walk are more important than ever. Whether you participate in person or fundraise from the comfort of your home, you can make a huge difference for animals in need! Register today at sdwalkforanimals.org and together we can create a more humane San Diego

May 3rd. Saturday 11 am – 2 pm Unite for Climate: Fight for our Future! Fight for Justice! Event by sandiego350 and over 40 local environmental, social justice, labor, community, and faith-based groups.  Waterfront Park 1600 Pacific Hwy San Diego 92101 Join thousands of San Diegans to rally together, march in unity, and enjoy live music, organization booths, inspiring speakers, face painting and more! Stand up for climate action, climate justice, and a healthy sustainable future for everyone, and fight against destructive policies that put profits over people. From scorching wildfires to devastating floods, climate disasters are no longer distant threats—they are happening here and now. The Trump administration has launched an all-out assault on climate action, rolling back decades of environmental protections, firing federal workers who stand for climate science, and shamelessly calling the climate crisis a “hoax.” Across the country and around the world, millions are rising to demand justice, accountability, and a livable future. When we come together, we amplify our voices. When we take to the streets, we turn hope into action. And when we stand united, we are an unstoppable force for change. More info:  https://sdclimatemarch.org/

May 3rd Saturday 3 pm Nationwide Trader Joe’s Protest: Cut Ties with Perdue’s Petaluma Poultry Event recommended by San Diego Vegan Activists Trader Joe’s 5495 Grossmont Center Dr. La Mesa This Saturday, Direct Action Everywhere – San Diego Is taking a stand against animal cruelty.  Activists across the country will protest at over 25 Trader Joe’s locations, demanding they cut ties with Perdue’s Petaluma Poultry, exposed for horrific abuse and contamination. Join us and help hold Trader Joe’s accountable. More info:  https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=692165380066588&set=a.192654676684330

May 3rd Saturday 5pm – 8 pm Roots of Resilience – Charity Gala Event by Students for Justice in Palestine Recital Hall 2130 Pan American West Road San Diego 92101. This evening is dedicated to bringing the greater San Diego community together in support of Palestinian relief efforts. Come together for an evening of community, solidarity, and action. Enjoy a night of dinner, and as we unite to raise funds and awareness for the people of Palestine. All proceeds will go directly toward Palestinian relief efforts. Dress Code: Cultural/Formal Attire $30 – $60 More info: bit.ly/SJPGALA

May 4th Sunday 9 am – 3 pm Border BioBlitz Community Day Event by San Diego Natural History Museum Tijuana Estuary 301 Caspian Way Imperial Beach
Join us at the Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center for a day of family-friendly fun. You can join an iNaturalitst walk with USFWS and California State Park Rangers, attend a photography workshop, partake in activities from our community partners, and learn how you can contribute to documenting biodiversity along the border!  More info:  https://www.facebook.com/events/1896389371103415/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D

May 8th Thursday 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm  An Eagle’s Eye View – Climate Solutions and UN Goals Event by North County Climate Change Alliance Please join us for a Zoom presentation by Dr. Tom English, who will explain how the MIT En-ROADS Climate Simulator can accomplish remarkable achievements such as meeting the UN Paris Accord Goals. The economics of this solution include an advantageous benefit/cost ratio, plus a favorable global domestic product per capita. There will be time for questions from the audience. While there is no charge for this online event, please register in advance here: https://us02web.zoom.us/…/reg…/riyaC-OWRsuyn_NpANr5gQ… More info: https://www.facebook.com/northcountyclimate/

May 10th Saturday 10:45 – 12:45 Protest @ Sea World San Diego – Empty the Tanks Event by Ellen  Ericksen Meet at the corner of Sea World Drive and Sea World Way. There is parking at South Shores parking lot. Please only park in the short stalls for cars. It is about 1/2 mile walk to the protest site. It’s time to go back. On May 10th protests and educational events will once again be held all over the world in front of marine parks and aquariums. If a park is exploiting marine mammals for entertainment and profit then we want people out front creating noise and awareness. The only way to see an end to this abuse is to get the general public to stop buying tickets. We need your voice, your posters, and your dedication to seeing an end to the marine mammal captivity industry. Information and education is vital – our signs tell the stories and we will have flyers to hand out. Please feel free to make your own posters. Please leave companion animals at home.

May 10th Saturday 11 am – 6 pm San Diego Vegan Festival Event by Vegan in San Diego County of San Diego Waterfront Park 1600 Pacific Highway, San Diego 92101 FREE vegan party, celebrating the vegan lifestyle through food, drinks, goods, information and more! With free admission, this event is open and inviting for vegans and vegan-curious folks alike. More info:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C9ifP8Oyvow/

May 10th Saturday 11 am – 6 pm Sea Shepherd San Diego at San Diego Vegan Festival County of San Diego Waterfront Park 1600 Pacific Highway, San Diego 92101 Stop by the Sea Shepherd booth to meet our Onshore Volunteers, get the latest updates on our ocean conservation campaigns, and grab some official merch to support the cause.  Let’s protect marine life and enjoy a day of sustainability, community, and amazing food.  More info:  https://seashepherd.org/events/

May 10th Saturday 10 am – 11:30 am Tree Treks at Lake Murray Community Park Event by Tree San Diego 7001 Murray Park Dr, San Diego 92119 Tree Treks is a community engagement and building program designed to connect San Diego residents with their local parks and trails while fostering a shared interest in trees and native plants. The program’s primary objective is to cultivate a sense of community by encouraging neighbors to bond over learning about the diverse flora within their local parks. As participants embark on the monthly Tree Trek, they will have the opportunity to engage in an arborist-led conversation that will focus on the identification and characteristics of trees, their benefits, and the history of the parks where they grow.  The selected Tree Trek parks are located throughout San Diego County, ensuring accessibility for a broad audience. Utilizing publicly-available TreePlotter mapping software, this platform will inventory walk routes and provide tree eco-benefits information “live” at any time.  Attendees who complete all 10 Tree Treks events will receive their own tree sapling and seed packet, promoting environmental stewardship and allowing participants to contribute to the growth of our urban forest.  More info:  https://www.treesandiego.org/events/tree-treks-at-lake-murray-community-park

May 10th Saturday to May 18th Sunday 22nd Annual San Diego River Days Events by San Diego River Park Foundation Connect with the San Diego River and Nature!  Many organizations are coming together to host FREE activities that celebrate the San Diego River as a cultural, ecological, and recreational treasure. Activities include guided hikes, clean-ups, nature walks, educational opportunities, and so much more. More info and calendar of events:  https://sdriverdays.org/

May 13th Saturday 9 am Miramar Landfill Bus Tours Event by I Love a Clean San Diego Metro Biosolids Center, 5240 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111 This two (2) hour bus tour will give you a peek behind-the-scenes to find out what really happens when you dispose of waste and clear up the myth of throwing something “away”. This event is available for City of San Diego residents ONLY. As a safety precaution, long pants and close-toed shoes are REQUIRED. A signed waiver will be required at the start of the tour. This tour is made possible by the City of San Diego Environmental Services Department and facilitated by I Love A Clean San Diego. More info and to register: https://www.cleansd.org/events/miramar-landfill-bus-tours-9/

May 15th Thursday 8 am – 12 pm 14th Annual Faith Breakfast “Grief, Growth, Hope and Allowing Faith to Blossom” Event by San Diegans for Gun Violence Prevention 6126 Pastor Timothy J Winters St San Diego 92114 Suicides account for 60% of all gun deaths, and we are pleased to support Suicide Prevention Council’s work and this educational and inspirational morning as faith community members share their stories of lived experience and passion for addressing mental health issues. The event is open to the public and free. More info:  https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1050896123739506&set=a.452381176924340

May 21st Wednesday 12 pm – 12:45 pm How to Go Electric For Renters Event by The San Diego Building Electrification Coalition As a renter, it may be hard to fully electrify without your landlord’s help. But you don’t have to own your home to go electric! There are many efficient options available to renters, and because the equipment tends to be portable, you can take it with you when you move. We will highlight the options for heating and cooling, cooking, clean renewable electricity and transportation available to renters. From room heat pumps to portable induction cooktops, you can turn your rental into a more comfortable, efficient home with improved indoor air quality. More info:  https://sdbec.org/event/en-webinar-how-to-go-electric-for-renters/

May 22nd Thursday 6:30 pm- 9 pm Farm Film and Music Series – Common Ground Screening Coastal Roots Farm 441 Saxony Road Encinitas 92024 Join us this summer for a 5-part series featuring inspiring documentary films, local musicians, and meaningful conversations around equitable food systems, environmental justice, and caring for the planet. Common Ground:  From the filmmakers of ‘Kiss the Ground’ (Netflix) comes the follow-up documentary ‘Common Ground’, winner of the Tribeca Film Festival. Common Ground is an important new documentary film featuring Laura Dern, Jason Momoa, Woody Harrelson, Ian Somerhalder, Donald Glover, Rosario Dawson, Mark Hyman, Gabe Brown, and many others. Directed by Josh and Rebecca Tickell, Common Ground provides hope for future generations with concrete ways to fix a broken planetary system. The film explores how regenerative agriculture can help heal the soil, our health and the planet. All people are welcome! Coastal Roots Farm cultivates healthy, connected communities by integrating sustainable agriculture, food justice, and ancient Jewish wisdom. Admission: $10/person ahead of the event, $15/person at the door More info:  https://coastalrootsfarm.org/event/farm-film-and-music-series-common-ground-film-screening/

May 24th Saturday 8:30 am – 10 am San Diego Ocean Beach Clinic Event by Street Dog Coalition Episcopal Diocese of San Diego 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd, San Diego 92107 Our San Diego team in Ocean Beach is offering free veterinary care at the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego. Basic medical care includes exams, vaccinations, parasite control, spay/neuter vouchers etc. for pets of people experiencing (or at risk of) homelessness. Dogs and cats welcome. First come, first serve. Please have your pet leashed or in a carrier and restrained if you will be attending this event.  More info:  https://www.thestreetdogcoalition.org/clinics-and-events/san-diego-ocean-beach-clinic-may17

May 25th Sunday 1 pm – 3 pm Downtown Clinic Event by Street Dog Coalition Father Joe’s Villages On the third Sunday of every month, our SDC San Diego team offers free veterinary care for pets of the homeless and near-homeless at Father Joe’s Villages (1501 Imperial Ave, San Diego, CA 92101). Basic medical care includes exams, vaccinations, parasite control, spay/neuter vouchers etc. Dogs and cats welcome; 1pm-3pm. Please be aware of our new ticket system: Due to limited time and resources, availability to be seen is based on a first come first serve basis. When you arrive please line up single file at the blue gates outside the side of the building closest to 15th Street. If you are unable to find the location, please ask a security member for directions. A specified amount of tickets for dogs and cats will be passed out based on how many doctors we have at that event. The tickets will be passed out before the clinic begins by a security member. Any person that does not receive a ticket is not guaranteed to be seen by our staff. Thank you for your cooperation. Please have your pet leashed or in a carrier, and restrained if you will be attending this event; thank you!  More info:  https://www.thestreetdogcoalition.org/clinics-and-events/2025/5/25/san-diego-downtown

May 31st Saturday 5 pm – 9 pm Seedling Soirée 2025 Event by Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center Olivewood Gardens 2525 N Avenue National City 91950 Join us for a Olivewood’s special 15th Anniversary celebration of our impact and future growth! This year will be extra special as we celebration 15 years of impact! Come forage and feast in the gardens for Olivewood-inspired beverages and bites from local drink-makers and chefs, Olivewood Kitchenistas, and Garden 2 Kitchen interns. Enjoy music from local musicians and a silent auction with fun experiences, gifts, and wares to bid on. We’ll meet in front of the historic Noyes House for a seated dessert & live auction! Must be 21 and up to attend. This event will take place outdoors. $75 – $250 More info:  https://olivewoodgardens.org/events/seedling-soiree-2025/

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