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Opening Reception sponsored by the Friends of the Central Library - Saturday, October 28, 2023 from 3 - 5 p.m. The San Diego Art Prize is predicated on the idea that the visual arts are a necessary and rewarding ingredient of any world-class city, and was conceived to promote and encourage dialogue, reflection, and social interaction around San Diego’s artistic and cultural life. This annual award honors artistic expression with a cash prize, exhibition opportunities, and spotlights artists in the San Diego to Ensenada, Mexico region whose outstanding achievements in the field of visual arts merit recognition. The San Diego Visual Arts Network is pleased to announce the four recipients of the 2023 San Diego Art Prize: Mely Barragan, Anya Gallaccio, Janelle Iglesias, and Joe Yorty. Recipients were nominated by 17 local arts professionals and selected by an esteemed panel of curators from respected institutions: Pedro Alonzo - Adjunct Curator, Dallas Contemporary, Dallas, Texas, Susanna Temkin - Curator at El Museo del Barrio, New York, New York, Kathryn Kraczon - Director of Exhibitions of the Brown Arts Institute (BAI) and Chief Curator of the David Winton Bell Gallery at Brown University, Providence Rhode Island. Free 2hr parking The Visual Arts Program (VAP) demonstrates the library’s role as a cultural institution embracing a broad range of disciplines while assisting San Diego’s emerging, mid-career, and established artists achieve visible opportunities and receive wider local, regional, and national attention. Gallery Hours: Monday & Tuesday, 1-7 p.m. Wednesday – Saturday, Noon – 5 p.m. Sunday, 1 – 5 p.m.

The San Diego Turkish Music Chorus will present a program of Turkish classical choral music accompanied by Turkish instruments including the kanun (zither), oud (lute), ney (reed flute) and darbuka (drum). The chorus helps preserve and promote the rich heritage of Turkish classical music, ensuring that this traditional art form continues to thrive. It provides a platform for cultural exchange, allowing members and audiences to experience the beauty and diversity of Turkish music. Stay Connected with San Diego Turkish Music on Instagram!

People with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias can experience behavior and personality changes. Learn what those changes mean, and new ways to respond. This class is presented by local non-profit Alzheimer's San Diego and is designed for care partners. Pre-registration is recommended. You may register for the event through here. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X/Twitter

On Saturday, October 28 from 5-7 p.m, Grace Church San Diego will be throwing a huge Halloween carnival at Garfield Elementary for the whole neighborhood. Free admission! Bring the family in costume for food, candy, games, bouncy houses, booths, face-painting, treats, and more! Grace Church San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Join us on October 28 from 7-9:30 p.m. for our next Open Studios. With Halloween on the horizon, guests are encouraged to let their freak flag fly! Ariana Warren and Chris Warren’s musical performance will also be inspired by eerie, otherworldly elements. In honor of Dia de los Muertos, longtime resident artist Felix Diaz is leading our efforts to include some Day of the Dead celebrations and practices, too. * The Diaz Trio will perform a series of SONES, a traditional musical form originating from various regions in Mexico and used for events like Dia de los Muertos. During this lively, rhythmic, and danceable music, the audience is invited and encouraged to participate, thus creating a celebratory atmosphere. * We’ll also have an ofrenda (altar) to honor both loved ones we’ve lost from our own S4A community and pioneering Mexican surrealist women artists. * Tamales, Pan de Muerto (sweet bread), and Café de Olla (spiced coffee) will be available for purchase, along with our usual fare of snacks and beverages. The performance schedule is: 7:15-7:45 p.m. Jonathan Piper 8:00-8:40 p.m. Diaz Trio 8:45-9:15 p.m. Ariana Warren, Chris Warren & friends Don’t forget to check S4A's website closer to the actual event date for tweaks to the performance schedule. As always, most of our artist studios will be open for guests to wander through. This is always a casual event, in which questions and discussions with different artists are encouraged, if you are so moved. Some artists also have work for sale, so don’t be afraid to ask if something sparks your interest! Space 4 Art on Facebook / Instagram

The holidays are almost upon us! Hear from a panel of partners and families about how they learned to adapt their caregiving during this season, and ways they found to create new traditions. This session is presented by local non-profit Alzheimer's San Diego, and pre-registration is required. You may register for the event through here. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X/Twitter

It was a double celebration in Logan Heights on Memorial Day, marking the anniversary of a neighborhood monument, and honoring a local veteran who died in World War Two. In other news, people who frequently cross the U.S.-Mexico border are targeted in smuggling schemes run by drug traffickers. Plus, in our ongoing series “Under the Same Roof,” we hear from a couple who moved in with one of their parents temporarily to build their bank balance, but then found a reason to stay.

An introduction to mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer’s disease, and other dementias. Learn information about risk factors, common symptoms, and resources for help. This class is presented by local non-profit Alzheimer's San Diego and pre-registration is recommended. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X/Twitter

Without addressing his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, who is seen in the video being kicked and dragged in 2016, the hip-hop mogul says, "I was disgusted then when I did it. I'm disgusted now."

On Friday, October 27 from 7 p.m. ‘till closing, family-owned winery, Pali Wine Co., is throwing “Boos & Bottles,” a natural wine fueled Halloween bash! In the enchanting Little Italy backyard, a live DJ will be on deck from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., spinning hauntingly good tunes for the crowd. It's an opportunity to dance the night away beneath the moon's watchful gaze while enjoying food specials, festive drinks and, of course, wine. Neighborhood Winery, Pali Wine Co.’s creative natural wine label, will be pouring wines for the occasion like “Spooky Juice,” a spellbinding white wine blend, or “Full Moon,” a bewitching red wine capturing the spirit of a North Italian red with a Californian twist. Come dressed in a costume to enjoy happy hour pricing on tap glasses (limit one per guest) to keep spirits high throughout the evening; prizes will be awarded for best costumes! Reservations are available via Tock for this event, but walk-ins are welcome if passersby decide to join on a whim. While the party grooves into the night in the backyard, the rest of the outpost will be open to the public for regular service. Pali Wine Co. San Diego Tasting Room on Facebook