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A new book looks at the history of slavery in California and how it continues today. In other news, four additional miles of carpool lanes on Interstate 5 have opened in North County. Plus, as part of KPBS’s public art series, we learn about one of longtime public artist Roberto Salas’s iconic local works.

A group of hackers claimed this week to have stolen 1.3 terabytes of Ticketmaster user data, including names, addresses and credit card information.

Of all artists, mixed media creators must work with the most variation. What might be a drawback for some is the key strength of Denise Bledsoe's new exhibit, "Outliers". Bledsoe is known for using lots of materials to create one-of-a-kind figures. From sewing tiny clothes to hand-sculpting teeth, she uses everything from textiles to moss, lace and ceramics to guide her Art Dolls into being. "Outlier" is in every way an extension of her unconventional approach. Being highly anthropomorphic, it’s easy to relate to her Art Dolls. There is no denying their unsettling if amusing personalities. Through these new works, Bledsoe cleverly challenges us to consider the saliency within the uncanny. Collectors delight in her sheer originality, seeking figures with whose expressiveness they connect. "Outliers" opens November 11, 6-10 p.m. at Distinction Gallery in Downtown Escondido. There will be an opening reception with the artist, live music and drinks available for purchase by Last Spot. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

All of Wyoming is facing criticism after a man there displayed a wolf he captured in a bar.

Curated by Jason Clay Lewis and Chuck Thomas Opening Reception: 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 Exhibition Dates: Oct. 28, 2023 - Jan. 20, 2024 About the exhibition (from the gallery) Boundaries Edge is a conceptual exploration about pushing the limits of traditional landscape. A boundaries edge is the limit, the upper or external restriction or the end of the line. In today's rapidly evolving art world, a fascinating fusion of traditional methods have emerged. With this exhibition, we embark on a visual journey celebrating the intersection between art and form. By reducing subject matter to its essentials, the artist in the exhibition elicit a wide range of responses to what is landscape. One of the fascinating things about landscape is its openness to interpretation. Rather than dictating a single narrative, landscape allows the viewer to engage in a personal dialogue with the work, projecting their feeling and experiences onto the canvas. Expressing emotion through landscape serves as a visual language to convey thought beyond words. Through the interplay of color, texture and shape, each artists conveys a range of emotions, from joy and serenity to chaos and introspection. The expressive power of landscape lies in its ability to evoke visceral responses in tune with the viewer's own emotional awareness. Landscape has an inarguable appeal that transcends the boundaries of traditional representation. It's capability to provoke feelings, spark imagination, and foster particular interpretation allows us to embrace the beauty, complexity, and transformative power. Related links: Techne Art Center website | Instagram

A Conversation with Filmmaker and Author Mason Engel Join the UC San Diego Library for a lively discussion and reception featuring filmmaker and author Mason Engel. The event will highlight Engel’s current work, “Books Across America,” as well as his past films and novel “2084.” The discussion will be moderated by Audrey Geisel University Librarian Erik T. Mitchell. Events like these are made possible through the philanthropic support of our Signature Event Series Sponsors and Library Associates. Please visit our sponsorship page to learn more about opportunities and benefits. Mason Engel is an independent author and filmmaker. His sci-fi novel, “2084,” has been downloaded over 35,000 times, and his short documentary about indie bookshops, “The Bookstour,” has played at the Miami, Brooklyn, Louisiana and Portland Literary Festivals. His upcoming feature-length documentary, “Books Across America,” follows him as he travels to 50 states, reads 50 books, and interviews 50 authors, all in 50 days. A treatise on why we tell stories, the film includes interviews with James Patterson, Joyce Carol Oates, Ann Patchett, Walter Mosley, Brandon Sanderson, Ken Liu and many more. Engel lives in Columbus, Indiana, where he spends his time editing “Books Across America,” writing a new novel based on his travels, and dreaming about a “Parts Unknown” for the book world. For more information visit: web.cvent.com

Please join us to hear from Rick Girling, Communications Director of the California Public Banking Alliance (CPBA), who will present an overview of the public banking movement in California. There is no charge for this online event but please register in advance. Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email containing the Zoom link along with additional details. In this informative talk, we will learn what public banks are, how they differ from traditional investor-owned banks, and how they better serve individuals and local communities while aiding efforts to mitigate the climate crisis and other important environmental issues. Rick will also show how public banks have the potential to be a vital resource for funding climate justice action and other efforts to meet humanitarian needs. We will be inspired and informed about how we can set up public banks here locally in San Diego and Orange counties, as well as in other new regions across the country. There will be time for questions from the audience. For more information visit: ncccalliance.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Join us on Sunday, November 12 for Play Day! Learn about performance art inspired by "Eleanor Antin & My Barbarian." Together, we will make masks and show them off in parades throughout Axline Court, Art Park, and the Sculpture Garden. Art activity: Make parade masks in Prebys Learning Center with local artist, Astrid Leon Alvarado. Then, wear the masks in parades at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., and 1p.m. Schedule | • 10 a.m., explore our galleries with a kid friendly tour • 12:30 a.m., listen to stories, songs, and rhymes in Storytime with Ms. Katia, Librarian On the Go. • 10 a.m.-1 p.m., enjoy live music, snacks, a book nook, and free play in Jacobs Hall. *Museum admission is free from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. for all visitors, with Play Day offerings happening between 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Play Days are made possible with generous support from the G.A. Foster Legacy Foundation.

We are thrilled to invite you to the next dinner in the Sahm Seaview Room and Art Park scheduled for Thursday, November 9. This monthly dinner series is curated by Executive Chef Jeff Armstrong of The Kitchen with a unique four-course menu with presentations of cheese paired with luxury ingredients. For more information visit: exploretock.com

American Me Comedy Tour presents a special One-Nite Comedy Benefit for local Nonprofit Shelter to Soldier. Stand-Up in support, November 8, at the historic La Jolla Comedy Store. Produced by Jason Rogers and Stefani Von Huben. Jason Rogers and Stefani N. Von Huben are bringing together a hilarious line-up of comics including: Host Jason Rogers, Topp Fliight, San Diego local favorite: James P. Connolly, Ben Smith, Madison Bakich and Sam Swank. It's going to be a fun night of comedy for a cause as we Stand-Up in support of Shelter to Soldier. Proceeds from tickets sales will be donated to Shelter To Soldier: a San Diego 501c3 nonprofit organization that adopts dogs from local shelters and trains them to become psychiatric service dogs for post-9/11 veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and/or Military Sexual Trauma (MST). The program also places emotional support animals (ESAs) with active duty military and veterans, and deploys the Shelter to Soldier Canine Ambassadors, a team of certified therapy dogs and their volunteer handlers, to provide no-cost visits of love and comfort to local military, veterans and their families. Come share this special one-nite comedy benefit in support of Shelter to Soldier dogs and veterans! With your support, we can make an impact on our San Diego community and help save lives, Two At A Time! For more information visit: showclix.com