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Sunday Brunch and New Orleans Jazz only at Books & Records Bar! About Melonie Grinnell MELONIE GRINNELL is an active as an educator and performer. She began studying piano at an early age and has since been recognized for her skills as a pianist, and her abilities as a vocalist, music educator, and musical director. Melonie received her Bachelors of Music degree in Music Education with jazz emphasis from the University of Miami and a Masters of Music performance degree in Jazz Studies from San Diego State University. Additionally, she is on the faculty for the Francis Parker/KSDS 88.3 Summer Jazz Workshop where she teaches jazz piano and co-directs middle school to high school student ensembles. She is also active as an adjudicator for instrumental jazz festivals including the Coronado/COSA Jazz Festival and the KSDS Jazz 88/CMEA festival. About Justin Grinnell JUSTIN GRINNELL is a San Diego-based freelance jazz bassist and music educator. More importantly, he is a husband to pianist/educator Melonie Grinnell and father to their two sons. In addition to performing, Justin maintains an active teaching schedule as adjunct faculty at University of San Diego and Grossmont College, and as faculty for the Francis Parker Annual Summer Jazz Workshop. He has also served as an adjudicator and clinician at local music festivals, such as the Coronado Jazz Festival and the San Diego Bass Fest. Justin received his Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Jazz Performance from San Diego State University while studying with bassists Gunnar Biggs and Bert Turetzky. Justin also achieved ABD (all but dissertation) status for a doctoral degree in Jazz Studies at the University of Southern California. Besides studying privately with Los Angeles' first-call jazz bassist, Darek Oles, Justin's enrollment at USC gave him the opportunity to study with internationally-recognized jazz artists Peter Erskine, Russ Ferrante, Bob Mintzer, and Alan Pasqua. See More Events www.booksandrecrodsbar.com www.bardicmanagement.com/events

Meet on Thursdays — 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. April 25, May 2, May 9, May 23, May 30, and June 6 (*no class on May 16) Join us in our 6-Week Copperplate Calligraphy workshop for beginners. Copperplate is the most commonly recognized traditional calligraphy script, making it a must-have for every calligrapher. Even if you are a lover of Modern calligraphy, learning Copperplate will help you to develop your own style! Space is limited, so be sure to register early. Instructor: Claudia Strenger Class Size: 8 students Who should attend? This class is encouraged for students of all levels, including someone who has never taken a calligraphy class before. Modern calligraphers who want to learn the basics of Traditional Copperplate calligraphy. Lefties are welcome :) In this 6-week session, we will cover: The basics of pointed pen calligraphy. How to create thick and thin strokes with a pointed pen. Step-by-step instructions on the Copperplate alphabet, both uppercase and lowercase. Materials included: Beginner calligraphy pen Calligraphy nibs Sumi ink Workbook/practice sheets Cancellation Policy: All workshops are non-refundable. However, tickets can be easily transferred to another person by emailing the name and email address of the new participant to design@strengerstudio.com Strenger Studio on Facebook / Instagram

Saturday, April 27 — 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Join Jojo Wang and Riri Tamura, both San Diego-based lettering artists, for a workshop on lettering principles at Strenger Studio! This workshop is designed for individuals interested in learning the art of lettering. We will start the class by learning basic lettering principles and utilize Posca pens to learn 2 different lettering styles: sans serif and script. By the end of the workshop, you will have the chance to personalize your own journal cover, applying the techniques learned throughout the session. Don't miss this opportunity to unlock your creativity and elevate your lettering skills! Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages.Space is limited, so be sure to register early. Instructors: Riri Tamura Class Size: 8 students Who should attend? This class is for students of all levels - interested in lettering techniques. In this 4-hour session we will cover: Basic lettering principles Difference between calligraphy vs. lettering How to create san-serif and script lettering Materials included: Lettering practice sheets Lettering reference sheets Tracing paper Kraft journal notebooks Pencils & Posca pens Goodie bags to take home! Cancellation Policy: All workshops are non-refundable. However, tickets can be easily transferred to another person by emailing the name and email address of the new participant to design@strengerstudio.com Strenger Studio on Facebook / Instagram

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Friday, April 26 — 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Join us for our Modern Calligraphy workshop for beginners, where you will learn the art of hand lettering using a traditional pointed dip pen and ink with a contemporary approach. Many people find Modern Calligraphy attractive to learn because it allows them to create beautiful, fun, and hand-crafted letters that are unique and personal. Modern Calligraphy is often characterized by its use of thick and thin lines, giving the letters a dynamic and expressive quality. Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages.Space is limited, so be sure to register early. Note: This is a two-part workshop. The lowercase alphabet will be taught on a separate date, and you will need to purchase the ticket separately. Instructor: Claudia Strenger Who should attend? This class is encouraged for students of all levels, including someone who has never taken a calligraphy class before. Traditional calligraphers who would like to learn modern calligraphy techniques. Lefties are welcome :) In this 3-hour session, we will cover the basics of pointed pen calligraphyHow to create thick and thin strokes with a pointed pen. Materials included: Beginner calligraphy pen, Calligraphy nibs, Sumi ink Cancellation Policy: All workshops are non-refundable. However, tickets can be easily transferred to another person by emailing the name and email address of the new participant to design@strengerstudio.com Strenger Studio on Facebook / Instagram

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Tuesday, April 23 — 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Join us to learn a more relaxed and informal style of calligraphy using brush markers. This is a great, accessible tool for learning and writing letterforms in a beautiful calligraphic style. We will explore the alphabet, and connect letters with basic calligraphy strokes. We will learn the rules of calligraphy, and how to break them in order to create your own calligraphy style! Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages. Space is limited, so be sure to register early. Instructor: Claudia Strenger Class Size: 8 students Who should attend? This class is encouraged for students of all levels, including someone who has never taken a calligraphy class before. Lefties are welcome :) In this 3-hour session, we will cover Writing letterforms with brush pens How to create thick and thin strokes with a brush lettering pen. Materials included: Tombow brush pen, Instructional guide sheets Cancellation Policy: All workshops are non-refundable. However, tickets can be easily transferred to another person by emailing the name and email address of the new participant to design@strengerstudio.com Strenger Studio on Facebook / Instagram

Sidro Saturdays is back! we’ll have theatre performances, music, art, (free) food, and so much more that you’ll have to come to see ✨ We hope to see you at this one! 🌸 Date: April 27 from 12- 4 p.m. 🍃 Location: The Front Art Gallery (147 W San Ysidro Blvd. 92173) 👀 Cost: Free entrance Find the schedule of events here. The FRONT Arte Cultura on Facebook / Instagram

The Garners is a modern vintage duo/trio that embraces gypsy jazz, 1920s and '30s jazz, blues, and folk. They are writers of music as well, and you will find that the inspiration behind their originals comes from these classic eras/genres. Raggedly sophisticated, The Garner’s mysterious sweetness will entrance even the most immovable listener. With Lorelei on Tenor Ukulele, Jon on Gypsy Guitar, and both singing from the deep wells of our booming hearts, our music will transport you back when times were harder, yet the good times, more colorful, vibrant, and bold. She’s a little bit country, he’s a little bit rock ‘n’ roll… well, sort of. Lorelei, vocals and ukulele, is a classically trained vocalist that has fallen in love with swing jazz and Americana. Jon, vocals and guitar, is a certified jazz nerd having fallen in love with Billie Holiday, Lester Young, and Charlie Christian at the age of 16. He also has a soft spot for roots music, especially Sonny Terry and Brownie Mcghee. They decided to make it easier to split the check and got married in October, 2015. Their whole life is music. They gig, teach, compose, and record. They can be found performing their blend of swing classics, gypsy jazz, Americana, and originals all over Southern California. The Garners on Facebook / Instagram See More Events www.booksandrecrodsbar.com www.bardicmanagement.com/events

Let’s create a collaborative sound map that connects to personal memories and the sounds of National City. Making ARTS Series - Learn from and create with youth artists and professional teaching artists and contribute your piece to our Illuminated: Youth Arts Festival taking place in May! All workshops will take place at the ARTS Center from 5 - 6:30 p.m. All ages, youth under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Materials will be provided. For more information visit: areasontosurvive.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram