Escondido Art Gallery Dedicated to Children throughout March

The Escondido Art Association will dedicate its gallery to children's art throughout March for Art Education Month. Through their Kids Kaleidoscope program, K-11 students can submit one piece of art, either 2D or 3D, with a maximum size of 20 inches on all sides, including its frame. The winners will receive art kits in four grade categories.

EAA's scholarship program is exclusively for graduating seniors from any high school in Escondido. Donations from the Youth Education Fund, the East Escondido Rotary Club and the community at large allows the association to give $1,000 in scholarships to students.

The awards include $500 for first place, $250 for second place, $150 for third place and two honorable mention awards for $50 each. Submissions close March 2. Learn more in the Coast News Article covering this story.

Walking Tour of Escondido Historic Homes

Join library staff for a half mile, leisurely paced walking tour of Escondido Public Library's neighborhood, to learn about the history and architectural styles of its historic homes and buildings. The route will start from Pioneer Room and head south on Kalmia Street to 5th Avenue, west to Broadway, to 2nd Avenue, and ending back at the Pioneer Room for an archival tour.

Saturday, February 24, 2024

Time:11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Location: Pioneer Room at Escondido Library

Learn more.

Futsal Courts Opening to the Public

Hey Escondido, our new futsal courts, located in Washington Park will be opening to the public this Friday, February 16 at noon. Moving forward the hours for the courts will be 8 a.m. -10 p.m. and they are first come, first serve, and free to the public. Stay tuned for the summer recreation guide for programming and activities at the courts.

Board and Commission Recruitment

The City of Escondido is looking for volunteers to serve on various Boards or Commissions: Applications are being accepted for the following:

Building Advisory Review Board

Library Board of Trustees

Planning Commission

Public Art Commission

The application deadline is February 23, 2024.