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A South African musician, music therapist, and humanitarian, Sharon Katz was born in Nelson Mandela Bay/Port Elizabeth during the Apartheid era and began her anti-Apartheid activism as a teenager. In the decades since, she has used her music for social activism around the world, has recorded with Sting, and received the Phil Ochs “Music for Political and Social Change” award. After Mandela’s election, Sharon Katz & The Peace Train became the country’s first musical ambassadors of the new democracy. Their United States tours have included performances for the Getty in Los Angeles, Disney World, the Duke Ellington Center for the Performing Arts, the Smithsonian, the New Orleans Jazz Festival, and Carnegie Hall. They have been featured at numerous clubs, universities, and festivals throughout the country. Recently, Sharon has appeared in San Diego at the Central Library, La Jolla Library, Worldbeat Center, and the Sam Hinton Folk Heritage Festival. Sharon performed with the legendary South African singer Miriam Makeba and was featured on Sting’s Carnival! album with Elton John, Tina Turner, Annie Lennox, Ruben Blades, and Pavarotti. Grammy-award-winners Ladysmith Black Mambazo also joined Sharon on The Peace Train. Several of Sharon’s albums have been featured on the Grammy ballot for Best World Music including Imbizo, Side-By-Side, and We Can Be The Change. At this concert, Sharon and her band will perform songs from her brand-new album, For You, (which will be available on CD and all streaming platforms) as well as a tribute to Miriam Makeba. The album features six brand-new original songs including What Can We Do, an anthem for our times recorded with a South African choir, Thee Legacy, as well as Think It Over, a song about human rights for all people. When Voices Meet, a documentary film about Sharon’s music and humanitarian work with The Peace Train project, was released in 2015. Through archival footage and the twenty-year retrospective words of the original choir members, musicians, and other South African personalities, this critically acclaimed documentary went on to receive numerous awards at over thirty film festivals around the world. It has been shown on TV in over fifty countries and is now available on Amazon Prime, YouTube, and DVD. Continuing her reputation of “converting gang members into band members,” Sharon is currently practicing music therapy in the border region between San Diego and Tijuana where she has been forming choirs and teaching music to youth in some of the most gang- and drug-infested areas. She has also been working in shelters for migrant children and families, a safe house for girls rescued from trafficking, and a program for survivors of torture. Related links: San Diego Folk Heritage: website | Instagram | Facebook

Modeled after pub quizzes in Ireland and the U.K., Geeks Who Drink is an authentic homegrown trivia quiz. It’s a great way to drink with friends, without burning brain cells. And it’s where useless knowledge means everything. Our quizzes cover everything from Hungary to "The Hunger Games," from science to sports, from the Billboard Hot 100 to "Better Call Saul." Each quiz consists of seven rounds of eight questions each, in a variety of formats, including audio and visual rounds. Teams can be up to six players, so bring your smartest friends (or some likable dummies)—or come solo. We can always help you join a team! No reservations needed, just show up! Winning teams get bar cash and other prizes, depending on the venue. Bonus questions sprinkled throughout the quiz will net you additional goodies. But mostly it’s about establishing your dominance—or at least pleasantly surprising yourself. You’re into that, right?

From Texas to Maine, they're teaching people how to enjoy the spectacle safely. Some will hand out glasses or answer questions at events. Others plan to take their own advice — and get outta town.

"So Much Better: Life-Changing Strategies" is a new Amazon’s BESTSELLER. If you are feeling like you are just “going through the motions” or are just an unfulfilled high achiever who is suffering from chronic stress, overwhelm, procrastination, you NEED this book. It will reignite your passion for life. This self-help book is written by a local board-certified physician, wellness expert, keynote speaker, and life coach, Dr. Cindy Tsai, an Escondido, CA. resident. The book provides an integrated approach to give yourself permission to uncover the possibilities to be the best version of YOU. Come meet the author at a book signing at Barnes & Noble in Point Loma (Bookstar) on Saturday, June 18 from 1-3 pm. Are you ready to escape your comfort zone and achieve your dreams? Use this guide to become the inspiring success story you've always wanted to be. Inside this cutting-edge book, readers will learn a proven blueprint for transforming one’s life. The foundation is built on research-based principles of mindfulness, along with the life-changing Inspiring Success Story Method™ she developed that presents a wealth of powerful tools and techniques. It draws from Dr. Cindy Tsai’s proven coaching process, providing a clear roadmap to achieving your dreams. Dr. Cindy Tsai is available for interviews both in-person, phone, and ZOOM. Her books are in San Diego at the signing. Follow her on social media: Facebook + Instagram

Visions Museum of Textile Art offers a dazzling exhibition of art quilts created by leading textile artists. Texture, color, and technique come together in works that captivate with their beauty, design and detail in our upcoming exhibition - "Quilt Visions 2022" which includes the work of 30 artists. J Join us for our Costume Creature Feature! Need a crown or magic wristbands or something fancy for a cape? Kids can pop in with their costume and an adult to make a neat feature for their costume. DATE/TIME | October 15 - December 31, 2022 Wednesday - Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Sunday - Closed ADMISSION | Free For additional information or inquiries, please visit here or call (619) 546-4872. SOCIALS: Facebook & Instagram

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A Beautiful Day in Our Neighborhood An art show featuring Award-winning artist: Natasha Monahan Papousek (painted paper collage) September 1 – 15, 2023, Studio 23, Southwestern Artists Association, Spanish Village Arts Center, Balboa Park, 1770 Village Place, San Diego, CA 92101 A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood is an art show featuring painted paper collage landscapes and portraits of wildlife from Southern California. The pieces aim to capture the essence of the local wildlife and landscapes that make our region unique. Deeply influenced by Matisse and Monet, Natasha loves bright colors and expresses joie de vivre in all her pieces. Natasha’s work is a testimony to Nature's enduring power and resilience. “I hope to inspire viewers to take a closer look at the incredible diversity of life that exists right here in our backyard. By showcasing the beauty of our local landscapes and wildlife, I aim to foster a greater sense of appreciation and stewardship for our beautiful neighborhood.” The show opens on September 1 and closes on September 15 Held in conjunction with featured artist exhibits by Sneha Craig and Deanne Tiffany Multi-artist reception, Saturday, September 9 at 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.

Immerse in the soulful vibes of Grand Social’s Sunday music sessions showcasing the best of Soul, R&B, and Motown. Brisa Lauren, a gifted soul singer and songwriter who fronts the award-winning band The Lyrical Groove, takes the stage once a month select Sundays including June 11, July 9, and August 13.

They have survived a Century that has changed the face of the world. Five Coronado brawny women born more than 100 years ago will share their journeys through wars, suffrage and civil unrest, to technical innovations that are changing life on planet Earth and our understanding of the Universe. Plus, the wit, wisdom, and pursuit of well-being that has inspired their long lives. Treasure Zimmerman 103, Peggy Price 100, Lois Land 100, Lois Rosania 100, and Ethel Keyes103. All 100 years plus, will share their remarkable stories from flying in the PowerPuff Derby, inviting Jay Leno to ride in their antique car and their views on the most dynamic century the world has known. Presenter: Cynthia Mendolia, National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach and guest Executive Director Leigh Ann Webster, National Board of Health & Wellness Coaching. Connect with Coronado Public Library on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Three headliner comedians to perform for 2nd annual charity comedy show benefitting The Women’s First Step House of North County, Saturday, Sept. 9 in Vista. Comedians who have appeared on Dry Bar Comedy Special, David Letterman, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Disney and The Boston Comedy Festival will raise laughs and cheers to support women in recovery from alcoholism on September 9 at the Vista Civic Center. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Charity Comedy Show Featuring: - Joe Sib, as seen on Dry Bar Comedy Special - Andrew Norelli, as seen on David Letterman & Jimmy Kimmel Live - Charlene Mae, as seen on Disney and the Boston Comedy Festival Alcoholism among women is no laughing matter. It is a cultural crisis both nationally and locally: what was previously a 3-1 ratio for risky drinking habits in men versus women is closer to 1-to-1 globally. 2019 U.S. data shows that younger women reported drinking and getting drunk at higher rates than men. Women suffer health consequences of alcohol — liver disease, heart disease and cancer — more quickly than men and even with lower levels of consumption. The Women’s First Step House of North County (WFSHNC) is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides a 10-day non-medical detox from alcohol, for free, to women in need. It’s the first of its kind in North County, offering the basic necessities to their guests (shelter, food, clothing) as they begin their journey in sobriety. The Mission of the WFSNHC is to be a house of hope and offer a new beginning for women suffering from alcoholism. It was founded in 2019 and opened in March 2021. Since their doors opened, they have helped over 240 women. If you or a woman in your life needs help, please visit wfshnc.org to learn more.