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The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents the Opening Reception for the 43rd International Exhibition, Friday, October 6th, 5 - 8 p.m., with over 100 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. This highly competitive exhibition represents the very best of water-based media art from around the world. The exhibition runs from October 1-31, 2023 at our Gallery in The ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station. The Gallery is open every day, 10 - 4 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. For more information visit: sdws.org Stay Connected on Facebook

The New Children’s Museum is collaborating with artist-in-residence Michelle Montjoy on a new workshop, Community Looms, in the Museum’s makerspace, The Rosso Family Foundation Innovators LAB. The Community Looms workshop, to start Dec. 7 and run through Jan. 9, is inspired by Montjoy’s work in engaging community members to create textile sculptures together. Previously, she has implemented similar versions of this workshop at the Oceanside Museum of Art, Art Produce Gallery in North Park, and Sophie’s Gallery in El Cajon. The workshops at the Museum consist of three large looms, 36 inches in diameter each, in which 6-8 participants work together at each loom to knit material made from recycled or donated T-shirts. Workshop participants will learn Montjoy’s loom knitting technique as well as breathing and meditative techniques facilitated by the Museum’s Teaching Artists. The finished knitted sculptures will then be displayed in the Museum after the workshop series has ended. “Using familiar textile material and joyful colors, these oversized hand-built looms transform what is usually a singular activity into a connected, communal action,” said Montjoy. “Not only do participants get to tap into the calming nature of simple repetitive looping actions, but each stitch in the knitted sculpture physically represents the time and hand of the person who made it.” The Community Looms workshop is free with Museum admission and available in the Museum’s Innovators LAB from Dec. 7 to Jan. 9 at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. every day the Museum is open (closed Tuesdays) for ages 6 and up. An additional drop-in art activity of weaving yarn, recycled T-shirts and natural materials into a tapestry will also be available for visitors of all ages to add their weaving. The artist residency is funded by a $10K grant from the ResMed Foundation to support the month-long program. This workshop is a continuation of the Museum’s collaboration with Montjoy. In September, Montjoy completed a sensory-friendly installation on the Museum’s main level called Breathing Room. Breathing Room invites visitors with calming blue, grey and white colors and hanging textile sculptures that gently move up and down, replicating breathing cycles. The installation is meant to provide a space for families and children to reflect and relax in an otherwise highactivity environment. The New Children’s Museum on Facebook / Instagram

On our must-see list this month: visual art by Andrea Chung at MCASD La Jolla, Shinpei Takeda at Oceanside Museum of Art, Fernando Casasempere at San Diego Museum of Art, Cheryl Sorg at Mesa College Art Gallery and Mark di Suvero at Tasende Gallery.

A collaborative exhibition at Art Produce Gallery and City Gallery featuring past and present Art Produce Artists in Residence (AiRs). September 2-30, 2023 Saturday, Sept. 2: 3-5 p.m. Opening Reception at City Gallery 6-8 p.m. Opening Reception and Auction Launch at Art Produce Saturday, Sept. 30: 5-8 p.m. Garden pARTy and Auction Closing (Ticketed Event) CONNECT brings together a wide range of expressive forms and contemporary perspectives through visual arts, dance, music, poetry, and live performances. Together these works highlight the importance and power of connections fostered by artists amongst each other, within communities, and in partnership with organizations and institutions. This exhibition explores various means of connecting through different modes of transmission, and the potential for new points of access. The Artists: Trevor Amery Lerida Armendariz Cheyenne Avila Brian Black Joe Cantrell Flavia D’Urso Giovanna Francisco Kaori Fukuyama Sofia V. Gonzalez Denja Harris Terri Hughes-Oelrich Talia Isaacson Amanda Kachadoorian Jordi Bhavna Mehta Michelle Montjoy Dakota Noot Cat Chiu Phillips Avia Rose Ramm Elizabeth Salaam Sage Serrano Aren Skalman Lindsay Stewart Kim Sweeney Melanie Taylor Christopher Lloyd Tucker Christiana Updegraff Pasquale Verdicchio Chris Warren Helena Westra Locations and gallery hours: City College Art Gallery: City College Arts and Humanities Building AH 314 1508 C. St., San Diego CA 92101 Gallery hours: 12-4 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Art Produce: 3139 University Ave., San Diego CA 92104 Gallery Hours: 2-7 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 5-7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. *Enter through Botanica 5-7 p.m. Related links: Art Produce Gallery: website | Instagram City College Gallery: website | Instagram

Mission Valley open-air shopping center invites area children and their families to eat breakfast with Santa Claus on Saturday, December 2, in the AMC Theatres Court (HUB/Community Room). During this special event, there will be delicious food from Panera and a hot chocolate bar (while supplies last). In addition to eating breakfast with Santa, there will be special appearances from Mrs. Claus, Frosty, the Elf on the Shelf, and festive Candy Cane Stiltwalkers. Children will also enjoy the ornament crafting station, playing outdoor games, and special photo moments. The event, which takes place from 9:30 a.m. to Noon, is free of charge and open to the public, but space is limited and pre-registration is required. To register, visit https://www.mission-valley.com/events On the same day, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., there will also be a SoCal Etsy Holiday Market where vendors will create live art and local designers will showcase their wares, including handmade goods, in the Nordstrom Rack Court; the SoCal Etsy Holiday Market is free to attend and open to the public, and no pre-registration is required. For more information on both events, visit https://www.mission-valley.com/events. WHEN: Two Events, Same Day: - Breakfast with Santa and Friends: December 2: 9:30 a.m. – Noon (Register: https://www.mission-valley.com/events) - SoCal Etsy Holiday Market: December 2: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. (No Registration Required) Mission Valley on Facebook / Instagram

Come and unlock the magic of music & clay as you embark on a creative journey! December 17 from 1 – 3:30 p.m. Do you know what an ocarina is? It’s like a flute, but instead of a tube, the sound is produced in a chamber. Join us for an immersive and hands-on ceramic workshop where you’ll uncover the ancient art of crafting your very own ocarina, a whimsical and enchanting musical instrument. Throughout this comprehensive workshop, you’ll learn the step-by-step process of creating an ocarina from raw clay to a beautiful musical instrument. Under the guidance of our instructor, Israel Basurto, you’ll delve into the world of ceramics, exploring essential techniques, and shaping clay with your hands. From molding the body of the ocarina to intricately carving the finger holes and crafting the mouthpiece, you’ll acquire the skills to bring your musical vision to life. Embrace your creativity as you personalize your ocarina with a variety of decorative techniques, such as incising patterns, adding texture, and experimenting with underglazes (…all time permitting! Some folks work faster than others). By the end of the workshop, you’ll have not only crafted a one-of-a-kind ocarina but also developed a deeper appreciation for the ancient craft of ceramics. No experience necessary. All materials and tools provided. Ages 12+ years or 8+ years years with an adult. • Scholarships available: Click here for an application. • Military and sibling discounts Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents the 43rd International Exhibition juried by award-winning artist, Stephen Zhang. This highly competitive exhibition represents the very best of water-based media art from around the world. The exhibition runs from October 1-31, 2023 at our Gallery in The ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station. The Opening Reception is Friday, October 6th, 5 - 8 p.m. with over 100 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The Gallery is open every day, 10 - 4 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Please visit sdws.org for more information.

Bring your friends & family for an after-hours Halloween party at the Living Coast Discovery Center on Saturday, October 28 from 5-8 p.m.! Celebrate the spooky season with an evening of trick-or-treating, mysterious animal encounters, dissections, Dia de Muertos stories, eerie night hikes, creepy crawlers, arts & crafts, and more! Scary good bites will be available for purchase from Taco Therapy and Kayak Cafe! Learn more and buy your tickets today.

Acts range from family-friendly slapstick to edgy standup at the four-day comedy event held in Jamestown, N.Y., home of the I Love Lucy star.

"Lamor Whitehead is a con man who stole millions of dollars in a string of financial frauds,” a U.S. attorney said. In 2022, the high-profile pastor was robbed during a livestreamed service in Brooklyn.