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Join us on Thursday, August 10 at 6 p.m. for a special Blue Star-themed tour led by the Education and Engagement Team. Together, we will explore how war impacts and informs artists’ practices by examining artwork in MCASD’s permanent collection that responds to US military conflicts. Tour is limited to 25 people. This tour is free with paid admission (Free admission for the Blue Star Museum program at MCASD is generously supported by The Rosso Family Foundation). Reserve your tickets today.

The last-second shot fuels to the allure of the NCAA Tournament and March Madness. San Diego State’s Lamont Butler understands that well after hitting a buzzer-beating jumper in last year’s Final Four to send the Aztecs to the title game.

The selection for North County Climate Change Alliance’s next book discussion is Doughnut Economics: Seven Ways to Think Like a 21st Century Economist by Kate Raworth. Join us for an informative and enlightening discussion facilitated by special guest Anne Sheridan from California Doughnut Economics Coalition (CALDEC). Doughnut Economics “offers a vision of what it means for humanity to thrive in the 21st century—and Doughnut Economics explores the mindset and ways of thinking needed to get us there.” Learn about Doughnut Economics: - Doughnut Economics Action Lab - Watch Kate Raworth’s TedTalk: A healthy economy should be designed to thrive, not grow: - Preview the book: Doughnut Economics: Seven Ways to Think Like a 21st Century Economist There is no charge for this online event, but please register in advance. Once you do, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to join the meeting. This will also enable us to inform you if there are any last-minute announcements, instructions or other information. Thank you. Fore more information visit: ncccalliance.org Stay Connected on Facebook

On the third Thursday of every month, the museum offers free admission to all visitors with extended hours through 8 p.m. Visitors can join a free, themed Gallery Guide-led tour beginning at 6 p.m. This is an opportunity to catch MCASD's two newest special exhibitions "Celia Álvarez Muñoz: Breaking the Binding" and "Griselda Rosas: Yo te cuido." Special Event: Starting at 5 p.m., our ongoing partnership with Space Time will respond to works on display, presenting rare artist videos and live performances. July’s collaboration responds to Celia Àlvarez Muñoz, featuring video work by Guillermo Gómez-Peña, Adriene Jenik, Roberto Sifuentes ("El Naftazteca: Cyber-Aztec TV for 2000 A.D.") and a performance by Rancho Shampoo. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, Victoria Monét and Billie Eilish were among the winners of major awards at the 66th Grammy Awards, presented on Sunday, February 4, but no one artist dominated prizes.

Based out of Conrad Prebys Learning Center and sprawling into the galleries, we invite you to celebrate Celia Álvarez Muñoz: Breaking the Binding. We are collaborating with Gente Unida, a human rights coalition dedicated to sharing stories of humanity and perseverance. Together, we will create and experience art that highlights stories of our border region: Art activity: Our Neighborhood Transform hanging objects and small playhouses into a community neighborhood inspired by Muñoz’s artwork - our very own Postales (Postcard) come to life! Art activity: Hello Neighbor! Draw and paint on postcards that can be sent to a neighbor or friend through our special mailbox. Schedule | At 10 a.m., explore Celia Álvarez Muñoz’s work with a kid-friendly tour of her exhibition. At 11a.m., learn about people’s experiences in the border region with a special presentation by Gente Unida. At 12:30 a.m., listen to bilingual stories, songs, and rhymes in storytime with Ms. Katia from the La Jolla/Riford Library.  There will also be live music by DJ Pebo, a cozy book nook, and an interactive, free play area in Jacobs Hall.   *Museum admission is free from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. for all visitors, with Prebys Play Day offerings happening between 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Maharis, a native New Yorker, was one of seven children born to Greek immigrants. He hoped to be a singer but damaged his vocal cords, so he switched to acting.

Companies like EasyKnock offer to help people in financial trouble by buying their home and renting it back. An NPR investigation finds the deals cost some people a lot of money and even their homes.

A group of San Diego women in their late 50s and 60s hiked up Mount Kilimanjaro in February 2023.

A team of researchers tried something that's never been done as a conflict rages. Instead of trying to calculate the toll of war in the moment, they looked forward. What's the reaction to their study?