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NCTD is getting a new CEO. He has ambitious plans to make public transportation in the region an effective and realistic alternative to driving.

The second event in the series Music on the Move features a presentation by the project Drummers Without Borders and Francisco Morales, sound artist and curator of the Front Gallery. Showcasing artists whose work and practice are informed by border dynamics, we present important perspectives on how music and performance play a role in reshaping the border narrative. Drummers Without Borders (DWB) was formed in San Diego, CA, in 2004 by Felix Diaz, Silvio Diaz, and Abril Diaz, a family of musicians, educators, and artists. It began as a program introducing music to students with special needs in one underserved elementary school. Felix, Silvio, and Abril taught the students how to drum to help establish feelings of accomplishment. Through the years, DWB gained experience, evolved, and grew to incorporate students and the public of all ages in the therapeutic practice of drumming. Drummers Without Borders’ mission is to develop music projects to address gaps in education, community building, health, and the environment stretching beyond San Diego. DWB’s welcomes collaboration with individuals and organizations of similar interests. They hope their expertise can create a better world for future generations. About Francisco Morales Eme Francisco Eme, originally from Mexico City, now lives and works in San Diego, CA. Francisco is a composer, producer, and multimedia artist. He mainly works with sound but integrates various disciplines into his practice. He has released solo albums, collaborations, and musical projects in electroacoustic, experimental, and electronic pop music, and other genres. His work has been featured in museums, galleries, and concert halls in Mexico, the United States, Europe, and South America. Francisco is the current Gallery Director at The FRONT Arte & Cultura, a bi-national art gallery in the San Diego-Tijuana border region, where he curates art exhibitions, workshops, concerts, and performances focused on the transnational artistic life of the area, but also attentive to the international art scene. Francisco Morales Eme’s Artist Statement: "My work is driven by a deep observation of the culture in which I live, social interactions, and everyday situations. Art, society, technology, and science merge in my practice. I strive to start a conversation with the audience about relevant issues of our time." Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

The holy grail of metaphysics is the spiritual enlightenment of the soul. This is the gradual process of evolution and maturity when the soul pierces the veil of matter and experiences God. While God dwells in all of us and is “closer than hands and feet”, the knowing of God is hidden from us until we seek out the Divine. Like the seedling buried deep in the earth is striving to break ground to the world of sunlight and the bounty of nature, our soul buried deep in material consciousness is striving to reach the sunlight of eternal truth. In the 21st century, we are at the threshold of a new era in our relationship with God. As humanity understands the workings of physical nature better than ever, this beckons us to gain a deeper, more mature understanding of God and the part the Divine plays in our life. In this illumination workshop, explore ways to deepen your relationship to the Divine—the fountainhead of creativity, intelligence, inspiration and love. Discover metaphysical tools to better align with the Creator inspiring you with a greater sense of life’s purpose and meaning. Experience auric meditations to elevate your consciousness helping to give a clearer picture of your part in the grand divine design. Workshop conducted by Award-winning Author and Spiritual Teacher Dimitri Moraitis Dimitri Moraitis is cofounder and co-spiritual director of the renowned Spiritual Arts Institute. Having trained with mystic clairvoyant Barbara Y. Martin for decades, Dimitri is an illumined metaphysical teacher, has lectured across the country, and appeared on numerous podcasts and radio shows. Martin and Moraitis are coauthors of the international bestseller Change Your Aura, Change Your Life, Communing with the Divine, Karma and Reincarnation, the highly acclaimed The Healing Power of Your Aura and the newly released Heaven and Your Spiritual Evolution. Along with Barbara, Dimitri is co-creator and teacher of the SAI programs, course curriculums and numerous workshops. For more information visit: spiritualarts.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Join us on Saturday, August 5 at AleSmith Brewing Company to celebrate Tony Gwynn Day. In honor of his 2000th and 3000th hits in 1993 and 1999, two special commemorative beers featuring artwork by Ground Floor Murals will be released in 16oz 4-pack cans. There will also be other activities such as live music, DJs, raffle prizes, and live art activations from Ground Floor Murals leading up to the Padres vs Dodgers Watch Party at 5:40 PM (Drink specials available during the game to help root for the home team). Food trucks will be located onsite. This is a free event and all ages are welcome. RSVP'ing does not guarantee access to cans of the released beers. Limited amount of cases will be sold in a pre-sale to those who RSVP a week out to the event. The remaining cases will be sold onsite day of the event.

The City of El Cajon will host fireworks on July 4th at 9 p.m. at Kennedy Park. Other free activities will be offered as well including: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Train Rides 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. Arts and Crafts and Family Games 3 p.m. - 9 p.m. 2 Live Bands 9 p.m. Fireworks For more information, please call (619) 441-1540.

When does text become art? How does the use of words in artwork impact the whole? Join us on Friday, June 16 for a discussion on Celia Álvarez Muñoz’s "Home Economics" (1997) and Ed Ruscha’s "Ace" (1962). Then, using a found poetry activity to help spark ideas, incorporate text and traditional or modern calligraphy to create text-and-image-based artwork. Participants may attend this single session and create standalone artwork, or attend multiple sessions. The artwork from this session can be added to a handmade artist’s book during the final session. This workshop is part of Reflections, an eight-session workshop series designed to serve adults 55 and older. Learn from trained Museum educators about Contemporary art, and together with friends, share inspired connections and tell your personal story through art. Only 15 spots available. Can't join us for these dates? MCASD will host additional Reflections series through 2024. Reflections is generously supported by E.A. Michelson Philanthropy.

Botanica In Bloom is a day party featuring garden grooves and summer sips, with music by DJ Andrew McGranahan and a pop-up shop from Pigment. It will be held in partnership with Art Produce in their back garden with cocktails/mocktails, provided by the women behind Botanica's bar.

California utilities will shift billing to a fixed fee starting in 2025.

Enforcement of an updated sidewalk vending ordinance will begin Friday, following clarification of First Amendment concerns and impounding measures.

This weekend in the arts: Experimental electronic music at Bread and Salt; Shellie Zhang at ICA San Diego North; "Modern Women" at San Diego Museum of Art; the San Diego Symphony's "Noel Noel"; "The Nutcracker" in Balboa Park; and The New Pornographers at the Belly Up.