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The latest issue of "The Strand Magazine" contains rare stories by the iconic midcentury writers Ian Fleming and Graham Greene.

Lucas Smith, celebrated award-winning artist and resident of San Diego, California, showcases his latest solo exhibition “Beyond the Boundaries: An Exploration in Abstract Art” at Studio 21 in April.This collection is an invitation to experience nature’s beauty through abstraction—to feel its presence, energy, and serenity in a way that is both deeply personal and universally resonant. It explores the dynamic interplay of color, texture and movement. In the past year, Lucas’s work has been juried in dozens of shows in some of San Diego’s best galleries and was awarded Best of Show, two 1st place, two 2nd place, Juror’s Choice, three Honorable Mentions and People’s Choice. He is a juried member of the Professional Artist group and is resident of Studio 2 at Art on 30th in North Park. Lucas is the Assistant Director of the San Diego Watercolor Society’s 45th International Exhibition and a member of North Coastal Art Gallery, OMA Artist Alliance, Sargent Art Group, and Foothills Art Association. He also recently launched Art Connect, a Facebook group that links artists to opportunities while encouraging collaboration and mutual support.Lucas’s art continues flying off the easel with 55 paintings sold in the past year through solo exhibitions, juried gallery shows, and private commissions. His work is now part of collections across California and the U.S., including New York, Connecticut, North Carolina, Illinois, Missouri, Oregon, Arizona, and internationally in Norway.For several decades, Village Arts Outreach has served as a crucial artistic outreach for the Art Center at Spanish Village in Balboa Park. Over the years, thousands of local emerging artists have been given the opportunity to showcase their work in Village Arts Outreach’s intimate, yet professional exhibit venue. “Beyond the Boundaries: An Exploration in Abstract Art” is on display at Studio 21 April 8th – 21st from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily, or by private appointment. A free public Opening Reception will be held Saturday, April 12th from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. The gallery is located in Spanish Village Arts Center at 1770 Village Place, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101. You will not want to miss the opportunity to experience this new body of work and engage with Lucas who is quickly becoming one of San Diego's premier artists!Visit: https://villageartsoutreach.org/portfolio/lucas-smith-solo-exhibitionGallery 21 on Instagram and Facebook

Freshman Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr., died after his first practice at the university. His parents are suing the school, also alleging staff neglected to account for his sickle cell trait during training.

For the 10th consecutive year, dozens of San Diego performing arts organizations will offer value-priced tickets throughout the county.For Theatre Month 2025, tickets will be available at exclusive discounted rates of $15, $30, or $45, offering some of the best seats in the house as of the night of the event. A streamlined purchasing experience is available through www.sandiegotheatremonth.com, making it easier than ever to access these special offers.New this year, audiences can enjoy exclusive behind-the-scenes footage from participating groups through a series of Instagram takeovers beginning in late February. Follow @sdartstix on Instagram for backstage content and surprises.Participating Organizations: Broadway San Diego, North Coast Repertory Theatre, Innovation Family Community Theatre, Poway Performing Arts Company, CCAE Theatricals, Young Actors’ Theatre, The Scripteasers, Playwrights Project, Coronado Playhouse, Point Loma Playhouse, The Bornemann Theatre, The Old Globe, Moxie Theatre, San Diego State University School of Theatre, Television and Film, Luminary Arts, Trinity Theatre Company, Cygnet Theatre, La Jolla Playhouse, Theatre for Young Professionals, Diversionary Theatre, New Village Arts, National Comedy Theatre, Oceanside Theatre Company, The Roustabouts Theatre Company, San Diego Junior Theatre, Scripps Ranch Theatre, Lamb’s Players Theatre, Innovation Family Community Theatre and more to be announced.For questions, please contact artstix@sdpal.com or call 619-234-ARTS.

Monty Python and the Holy Grail was released 50 years ago and became a cult classic that inspires comedy to this day. Here's what fans told NPR the film means to them.

A class-action lawsuit involving thousands of current and former college athletes, known as House vs. NCAA, would transform college sports by allowing schools to pay players directly.

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