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The late author-illustrator, creator of Pierre and Where the Wild Things Are, loved whistling, Mozart, and Mickey Mouse curios. His trademark whimsy can be found in the new book Ten Little Rabbits.

City Ballet of San Diego’s Summer Intensive program culminates in a free public performance for all participants in the program. Following this performance, the City Ballet Artistic Director selects members for the upcoming season’s City Ballet Studio company and City Ballet apprentices. ADMISSION | Free and open to the public. RSVP required. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

It fuels many of us each morning, with an extra rush of energy — coffee! But how did that magical drink come to be so ubiquitous? One San Diego restaurant is providing clients with traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremonies and a history lesson.

Michael Sanchez was testing out his new camera when he happened upon a feathered subject. The blue rock-thrush he photographed on the coast of northern Oregon last week has excited the birding world.

Basketry is an ancient art, practiced by many peoples and cultures. Traditional basket makers used readily available materials, such as sweet grass, pine needles, willow, and thin strips of ash or oak. Marsha teaches Appalachian-style basketry which is a functional form of basketry used for everyday activities. Thus, the basket names often reflect their functions, such as Market Basket, Egg Basket, Herb Drying Basket, and others. Wow your friends and enhance your table with a hand woven Bread Basket. This basket is suitable for beginning basket weavers and includes basic weaving skills that you can use for many future projects. You’ll have a choice of colors for the center section and top off your creation with real leather handles. The Bread Basket measures 12” long x 5” wide and 5” high. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome.

Eliades Ochoa, one of the stars and founders of Buena Vista Social Club, is considered one of the most renowned Cuban “soneros” of all time. With a voice “that plunges the listener deep into the countryside surrounding his native Santiago” and “a dexterity on the acoustic guitar to dazzle any flamenco player” (Austin Chronicle), Ochoa is recognized as one of the best guitarists of his generation. Eliades Ochoa is on Facebook / Instagram Epstein Family Amphitheater at UC San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Best known as a cast member on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE, PORTLANDIA, and roles in blockbuster movies, Fred Armisen will delight in this evening of comedy, music, and fun. Audiences won’t know what to expect as Fred welcomes special guest stars to join him onstage throughout the evening. Connect with Fred Armisen on Social Media! Instagram & Twitter Epstein Family Amphitheater at UC San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Join award-winning astrophotographer, Chris Olivas, in exploring the amazing dark skies of Borrego Springs, California. Learn how to create stunning photos of the Milky Way in as little as one session. In this workshop, Chris will take you through the basics of astrophotography, and you’ll get to use a variety of lenses and tools as you learn. You’ll visit several unique and easy to access locations, such as the sculptures of Galleta Meadows, ideal backdrops for the Milky Way. This is a great workshop for beginners with limited space for personalized instruction. This workshop includes a 1-hour virtual pre-meeting session and a 4-hour on site session from 8 p.m. - Midnight. Gear required: • Camera with long exposure capabilities • Tripod Recommended: • Headlamp • Closed-toe shoes • Long pants • Sweater Schedule 8 p.m. - Midnight Meet outside of Borrego Art Institute at 8 p.m. - June 17, 2023 665 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA. 92004 Chris is a science educator and photographer/videographer with over 14 years of experience. He has an extensive background in astronomy and photography and has won numerous awards for his photographic work. He loves the combination of science and art that’s inherent in astrophotography and is passionate about sharing his knowledge of the night sky. For more about Chris, check him out on cholivas.com

From the museum: Nan Coffey is a San Diego based artist with a background in animation. She has developed a stylized design aesthetic and freeform methods to promote connectivity, inclusivity, and love while drawing inspiration from her childhood obsessions with cinema, music, television, and pop culture. Her style, which she calls “Art All Over,” makes use of surfaces that extend beyond the traditional canvas. In her signature bold and dynamic designs, she takes advantage of the entire surface of her chosen canvas, at times painting motifs that span hundreds of square feet. Related links: CCAE on Instagram | Facebook

From Sparks gallery: Polly Jacobs Giacchina was inspired early on in college and by individual leading artists, absorbing distinct views of art and fiber that brought on her own desire for exploration of natural materials through basketry sculpture. From the artist: “Being surrounded by a natural environment draws me in. It fosters wonder, a chance to pretend and imagine. Looking at the large and small issues, viewing closely and picking out the details are my triggers. With ‘The Middle’ I have created a world of stone strands. Each stone is distinctive in color, shape and character. I hand weave around each stone and can marvel in its uniqueness. Together they can surround, protect and stand silently. Within this protected atmosphere, there is the beginning of new forms. These hand-woven undulating shapes and structures are individual and special. They are in the center of a sheltered, safe and quiet place. They can develop and evolve as time allows. I have the joy of making in my art. I’m grateful there is time and place for me to create and share.” -Polly Jacobs Giacchina Related links: Sparks Gallery on Instagram | Facebook