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For decades, Eastwind Books was an anchor for the Bay Area's Asian American community. Now, the husband and wife duo behind it have decided to close the shop.

From the gallery: Lights, Night: NEON Photographs That Glow. Related events: Friday, Aug. 5, 4-7 p.m. Join us for the First Friday Artwalk and enjoy Richard Ybarra’s exhibition Saturday, Aug. 6, 5-7 p.m. Join us for the Lights, Night: NEON Opening Reception. This is an amazing opportunity to engage with this exhibition, and the artist, Richard Ybarra. Light bites, and drinks will be served. Friday, Aug. 12, 5-7 p.m. Join us for Photographers Talk Join us Friday, August 12th from 5-7 PM to hear a photographer's talk from Richard Ybarra! This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with him, and learn more about his works and pieces. Seats are limited, so please RSVP through the link. The transition of beauty from day to night is a wondrous adventure in many ways. For me, the beauty is bright lights that glow in the backdrop of the evening sky; particularly neon. With its robust colors and signage shapes it conveys a message and style for all to enjoy. The visual message may be a unique type style, shape or perhaps even a characterization. Either way, some talented artist/designer created the signage masterpiece that glows with brilliance. Utilizing their skills and talents in creativity and concept, the artist creates a design while mastering the technologies of gas and glass. The creation is bended and shaped into an image that, when electrified, glows in radiant colors. Neon sign styles have influenced sign makers who take pride in their ability to design and style a visual beauty in glowing glass tubes. Neon style signs work hand and hand. Vintage neon tubes filled with gas vs the modern day fluorescent tubes that glow bright light in the evening sky. I have been photographing neon signs and scenic night environments for the past 40 years. Some of my photos are historical vintage images as well as modern day/night beauties. My images are created smoothly and easily for the viewers eye and mind. Simply said: “You see it, you get it, now enjoy it.” It is with this style of beauty, I present to you—“Lights, Night: NEON” Photographs that glow. About the artist: Richard Ybarra Related links: BFree Studio visiting information BFree Studio on Instagram BFree Studio on Facebook

San Diego County reported 3,653 new COVID-19 cases and 11 deaths in its most recent data as public health officials continue to urge people to take precautions.

The new LEGO Ferrari Build and Race has arrived at LEGOLAND California Resort. Featuring a life-size LEGO Ferrari F40, Build and Race puts you in the driver’s seat as you make your way through the “garage” to the “racetrack” using your creativity and imagination to build, test and race your own LEGO Ferrari. Build and Race features three zones. A LEGO pit crewmember will greet you as you enter the attraction, sharing Ferrari fun facts, race history, and showcasing themed LEGO race gear and awards. Once inside the garage, you’ll have the opportunity to sit in a life-size LEGO Ferrari F40 model and have your photo taken. The journey continues as you build your own LEGO Ferrari car to race at one of three racetracks. Each track offers different obstacles, challenges and a chance to clock in the fastest time. A DUPLO build zone offers younger guests the chance to drive their imagination and design their own creation out of bigger bricks as well! Get tickets here! Single-day park admission: $90 Multi-park admission: $100 Annual pass: $180 The LEGO Ferrari Build and Race experience is included with park admission. For more information, please visit legoland.com/california/things-to-do/theme-park/rides/lego-ferrari-build-race or call (888) 690-5346.

Veni Sun is Jared Henry’s backyard music project. The sounds you hear coming from his woodshed are inspired by his travels, adventures, hobbies and personal relationships. Jared lives in Encinitas, CA and can be found in the ocean or at the skatepark on any given day. His number one goal in life is to have fun and to inspire others by doing so. Through music, Jared shares a simple message - enjoy every moment. This is a 21+ event Follow Jared Henry on Instagram!

The Athenaeum brings together portraits of journalist and Los Angeles art collector Joan Agajanian Quinn spanning five decades, all by different artists and united in the medium of black and white. Luminaries including Andy Warhol, Claire Falkenstein, Ed Ruscha, Antonio Lopez, Helmut Newton, and Steven Arnold will be exhibited. Quinn’s collection of portraits consists of over 300 artworks gifted by artist friends who have painted, sculpted, and photographed her image in their style. Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, May 7 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The exhibition can be viewed in the Joseph Clayes III Gallery and the Rotunda Gallery at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library during opening hours, Tuesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., from May 7 to June 4. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please visit ljathenaeum.org/events/exhibition-quinn or call (858) 454-5872.

Delightful Dolls of Southern California is having a doll show & sale with everything from teddy bears and barbies to vintage doll clothing to beautiful antique dolls to unique artists’ dolls. Bring your children to see the dolls that you had as a child, and the dolls their grandmothers played with. Doll stringing is available. We will have many dealers with their amazing finds to offer you. One of the most eclectic shows in Southern California. Delightful Dolls of Southern California on Facebook

On Tuesday, Dec.21, 2021, Feeding San Diego will distribute over 500 turkeys to San Diegans in need at a drive-through distribution in the parking lot of its Sorrento Valley headquarters. The frozen turkeys are about 15 pounds each and will be distributed with gravy packets for attendees to prepare at home. Feeding San Diego received a donation of over 1,000 frozen turkeys from a food manufacturer just in time for the holidays, making this distribution possible. In addition to tomorrow's standalone turkey distribution, additional turkeys will be distributed at the organization’s Together Tour series of large-scale food distributions held across the county. Drive-through free turkey distribution in Feeding San Diego’s parking lot. SIGN UP NOW Tuesday, December 21; attendees will be picking up their turkeys during two time slots: 8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m,. Feeding San Diego, 9477 Waples St. Ste. 100, San Diego, CA 92121 “This holiday season is yet again very challenging for many people in our community who are facing record high gas prices and inflation across the board,” says Dan Shea, CEO of Feeding San Diego. “We are delighted to be able to pass out free frozen turkeys ahead of the holidays so that people can celebrate with their families and not worry about the cost of the food on their table.” Feeding San Diego is on Facebook + Instagram

Plans take effect Monday that ban most Russian oil imports from Europe and put a price cap on the oil going elsewhere. But Russia could still make money off oil to fund its war in Ukraine.

Forecasters are warning of more flooding, potentially damaging winds and difficult travel conditions on mountain roads as a new atmospheric river pushes into swamped California.