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Swish Projects will open a solo exhibition of new works by Jonny Alexander, "Heavy Levity," from Mar. 18 through Apr. 10, 2022. An opening reception will be held Friday, Mar. 18, 2022 from 6-9 p.m. Viewable by appointment using Calendly or via email. This exhibition is centered around a series of large paintings on canvas, contrasting natural landscape with the human-made impact, and Alexander has linked the paintings to each other. "One painting of a living room scene depicts a ‘painting’ on the wall. Elsewhere in the exhibition that painting can be found at full scale. The works together become connected and self referential, pointing to the overall theme of blurred boundaries and giving a sense of the liminal space that is created when our perceived separations converge," Alexander writes in his artist statement. Alexander's work is surreal, but within each work, what stands out the most is the juxtaposition of something from nature, or something wild (flowers, landscapes, rocks) with a human, domestic element (a living room setup, a table, an architectural detail). —Julia Dixon Evans, KPBS. From San Diego Weekend Arts Events Related links: Jonny Alexander's website Jonny Alexander's artist statement on Instagram Swish Projects on Instagram

Terence Blanchard made history last season when his opera Fire Shut Up in My Bones was the first work by a Black composer staged by the Metropolitan Opera. And the Met has asked for more.

Walls' excellent construction of her female characters is most satisfying; each represents women from varying walks of life, each fighting for their own place in a male-dominated world.

The "Pleasure of Your Company" music series sponsored by Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library welcomes the Me Kolme Trio on Sunday, May 8, at 2:30 p.m.. This virtuoso ensemble, comprised of violinist Päivikki Nykter, clarinetist Robert Zelickman, and pianist Kyle Adam Blair, will perform works by Mozart, Schumann and Arutiunian. A versatile recitalist and chamber musician, Päivikki Nykter, is equally at home with standard repertoire as well as contemporary music. A native of Finland, she has served as an Artist-in-Residence at the University of California San Diego (UCSD) Music Department is now a freelance violinist maintaining a busy concert and teaching schedule, in both the U.S. and Europe. She has recorded on a number of labels. Robert Zelickman has been teaching and performing in San Diego since 1982. A member of the bass clarinet quartet JAMB and co-director of Second Avenue Klezmer Ensemble, he was a member of Orchestra Nova for 23 seasons and has performed with the San Diego Symphony and the San Diego Opera. He recently retired from UCSD where he lectured on Jewish Music, conducted the Wind Ensemble, and performed regularly, premiering many new compositions. Kyle Adam Blair’s major focuses include the performance of new works in collaboration with composers, and the performance of works from the art music and song repertory of the 20th and 21st centuries. He earned his DMA from UCSD and currently is the staff pianist for the UCSD’s Department of Music and is also on the faculty of the UCSD’s Department of Theater and Dance. Come enjoy a delightful afternoon of chamber music in the intimate setting of the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center. There is no charge for the concert, although donations are appreciated. In view of the current public health situation, masks will be required for all in attendance, and the number of attendees will be limited to 100. Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center is located at 10301 Scripps Lake Drive near Miramar Lake. Overflow parking is available on Meanley Drive off Scripps Ranch Blvd. Call (858) 538-8158 or visit www.srfol.org for more information.

Visit the new Comic-Con Museum for half-price admission in San Diego Museum Month! From February 1 through February 28, residents and visitors are invited to enjoy San Diego County museums, historic sites, gardens, zoo/aquariums and more. For the past 50 years, San Diego Comic-Con has created one of the biggest, most popular conventions of its kind in the world. But the organizers of Comic-Con wanted to do even more to recognize fans and spread the magic of Comic-Con. They created the Comic-Con Museum, a place where fans can come together to celebrate the things they love, not just for a few days each summer, but all year long. A place where the public can learn about areas of art and pop culture of which they may not even be aware. A space where everyone is included, where old fans and new can enjoy the passion, creativity, and imagination of Comic-Con, while learning about science, technology, art, storytelling and much more! Get your Museum Month Pass today! The Museum Month pass is available for free at all Macy’s store locations in San Diego County. Guests can use their Museum Month pass to visit as many museums as they would like. Regular admission rates: General admission: $19.95 Student admission: $14.95 Child admission (ages 4 – 12): $11.95 Child admission (under 30: Free Military admission: $15 Senior admission: $14.95 For more information, please visit sandiegomuseumcouncil.org/specials/museum-month or call the Museum at (619) 546-9073.

The descendants of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee and those of the people the Lee family enslaved came together for the first time at Arlington House, the national memorial to Lee in Virginia.

Celebrate the holiday season by creating a traditional Filipino parol! A parol is a Filipino ornamental lantern displayed during the holidays. The word is derived from the Spanish word “farol” which translates to “lantern.” The parol symbolizes light over darkness, so by hanging a parol you’re bringing hope, positivity and love into your home during this festive season. The parol was originally made with strips of bamboo and papel de japon or tissue paper, but for Family Sunday we are going to do a modified version with paper straws and pipe cleaners! This workshop will be led by Alex and Raena Castro, members of the PASACAT Philippine Performing Arts Company based in National City. PASACAT is an acronym for Philippine American Society and Cultural Arts Troupe and is celebrating 51 amazing years of Philippine song, music and dance. The company's mission is to preserve and promote Asian Pacific culture through the arts, thereby, extending goodwill and enhancing cultural understanding. Alex and Raena are members of PASACAT's senior company and have participated in a multitude of performances around the community. Both individuals have a passion for the arts and are excited to be representing their rich culture with Mingei International Museum. Workshop sign-up will begin the day of the event at 10 a.m. by our Education Center. Space is limited. Workshop times: Noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Lucky Stars Market is an event that prioritizes women & queer ran small businesses! We’re featuring 40+ vendors featuring jewelry, vintage clothing, and more. It’s a perfect stop for your shopping this holiday season, shop small! Admission is free to the public but RSVP is necessary. Vendors, sign up here! Date: Sunday, Feb. 13, 2022 at 11a.m.-5p.m. Location: Queen Bee's Art and Cultural Center Cost: Free with registration For more information on this event and registration please visit HERE!

Shen Yun invites you to a breathtaking experience. Travel back to the magical world of ancient China. Experience a lost culture through the incredible art of classical Chinese dance. See legends come to life on stage. Shen Yun pushes the boundaries of performing arts. Ancient art forms meet with innovative multimedia, stunning costuming, all-original music, and masterful artistry. Diverse ethnic and folk traditions are beautifully evoked through dance alongside stirring legends and stories. With its very own unique orchestra, Shen Yun makes for an experience you won’t find anywhere else. Traditional Chinese culture —with its deep spiritual roots and profoundly optimistic worldview— was displaced by communism in China. While Shen Yun cannot perform in China today, it is sharing this precious heritage with the world. Enjoy this magestic experience at the Balboa Theatre on Tuesday, December 28 at 7 p.m., and Wednesday, December 29 at 2 p.m. Get tickets today! Buy tickets for Tuesday's (December 28) show here. Buy tickets for Wednesday's (December 28) show here. For more information, please visit sandiegotheatres.org/event/2021/12/shen-yun or call (619) 615-4000.