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"Let It Be Morning" is the story of Sami (Alex Bakri) a Palestinian-born Israeli citizen living in Jerusalem who receives an invitation to his brother’s wedding forcing him to return to the Arab village where he grew up. After the wedding finishes, with no explanation, Sami's hometown is put under a military blockade lockdown by the Israeli government. When chaos erupts overnight amongst the villagers stuck behind the wall due to the blockade, Sami is cut off from the outside world and trapped in an unexpected situation. As he deals with questions about his own identity and hidden secrets are revealed, Sami watches everything he holds dear begin to fall apart. Written and directed by award-winning Israeli filmmaker Eran Kolirin (The Band’s Visit), and adapted from the international best-selling novel by Palestinian author Sayed Kashua, "LET IT BE MORNING" is a film about a state of siege, both internal and external – centered around a man who has built a wall around his heart, and how that inner wall starts coming apart when an actual, real wall goes up around his hometown. DIRECTED AND WRITTEN BY Eran Kolirin STARRING Alex Bakri, Juna Suleiman, Salim Daw, Ehab Salami, Khalifa Natour, Izabel Ramadan CINEMATOGRAPHY BY Shai Goldman MUSIC BY Habib Shehadeh Hanna EDITING BY Arik Lahav-leibovich, Haim Tabekman SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

The festival will host 12 days of films online and in person from around the globe.

Join us every Friday morning for a breath of fresh air! Climb the historic California Tower to engage in moments of guided meditation along the way. At the top, we’ll roll out our yoga mats for some extended breathwork while enjoying spectacular 360-degree views of San Diego from the Tower’s eighth-floor viewing deck. Reflect on the week, set intentions for the weekend, or simply take a moment for yourself while taking in the beauty of Balboa Park. For adults 18+ only, registration is required and capacity is limited. Learn more and register early at museumofus.org/blog/breathe-with-us. Museum of Us on Facebook / Instagram

Have you always enjoyed telling stories? Ever considered storytelling in front of an audience? The Storytelling Institute, a free six-week course presented by the Storytellers of San Diego, is open to everyone who would like to hone their skills in this ancient art form. The Institute culminates in a storytelling slot for each participant at the San Diego Storytelling Festival here at the Coronado Public Library on March 18. Registration is suggested (but not required, nor is attendance at every session). Please register for each session individually at cplevents.org. Each session builds on the previous one, so consistent attendance is advised especially if you would like to perform at the San Diego Storytelling Festival culminating event. Syllabus: Jan 24 - "Finding Your Story" with Storyteller Marilyn McPhee Jan 31 - "Learning Your Story" with Storyteller Patti Christensen Feb 7 - "Shaping Your Story" with "Aunt" Li-Anne Roswell Mufson Feb 21 - “Integrating Gesture and Movement” with storyteller Mindy Donner Feb 28 - “My Story/Our History” with storyteller OJ Mozon, Jr. March 7 - “Weaving Traditional Tales and Personal Stories” with storyteller Jim Dieckmann March 18 - Open-mic performance at San Diego Storytelling Festival (optional) Storytellers of San Diego on Facebook

Have you ever thought about becoming a writer? Or wondered how it feels to get published? Do you wish you had more time to write? Need a bit more motivation? If you want to get your stories down on paper… This course is for you! This 4-session creative writing course will give you the tools you need to start your journey toward becoming a writer. You will receive plenty of advice, practical tips, and encouragement from an experienced writing teacher and published author. Short writing assignments will be given after each class. Share your stories with the group or keep them to yourself—whichever you prefer. All ideas are fine: autobiographical stories, novels, poems, travel experiences, childhood challenges… You name it! Come to our online class with a pen, notebook, and any original ideas you may have. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook

Come to our free, family-friendly event which promotes diversity, solidarity, and love, while providing a space where diverse perspectives, cultures and values are accepted, appreciated, and celebrated. Over 25 booths will showcase the services of non-profit community partners such as La Maestra Clinic and Ocean Discovery Institute. Multicultural performances are by Drummers Without Borders (interactive drumming and parading with giant lanterns, Vietnamese dance group, San Diego Ballet, Fern Street Circus, Bailando con El Alba, Majesty in Motion youth dancers, Pakaraguian Kulintang Ensemble (Samahan Filipino Arts,) Karen Dancers, and Rick and friends. The Festival welcomes Chanh Kien Lion Dancers, a favorite with all ages. Surprises will pop up! City Heights Multi-Cultural Festival of Love on Facebook

On Jan, 13, 2023, in celebration of the King Holiday, The King Center is calling on educational institutions and organizations around the globe to join us for a worldwide Teach-In. The purpose of the Beloved Community Teach-In is to educate people of all ages about Dr. and Mrs. King’s legacy and how to champion completion of their unfinished work. The theme for the 2023 King Holiday Observance is “It Starts with Me: Cultivating a Beloved Community Mindset to Transform Unjust Systems.” In keeping with the theme, PK-12 lesson plans for the 2023 Teach-In will reinforce the knowledge, skills and dispositions students need to not only to be positive contributors to creation of the “Beloved Community” but also to succeed in their respective life paths. Full lesson plans with objectives, activities and an assessment will be available upon registration. The King Center on Facebook / Twitter

From the gallery: Good Faith is pleased to present a solo exhibition of new work from artist Justin A. McHugh. A Loss For Words is a reflection on everyday notions of intimacy, vulnerability and communication. Assemblages of found images, found objects, flowers and words meditate on themes of longing, nostalgia, faith and ephemera. From the artist, “...it is about the weight of language and the way we communicate with and interpret each other”. A Loss For Words opens Tuesday, January 10th with a reception from 5-9 p.m. Good Faith is located at 570 19th St, San Diego, CA 92102 in Sherman Heights. Open hours: Thursdays to Sundays, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., through February 5. Justin A. McHugh is a multidisciplinary artist and teacher working in San Diego. Related links: Justin A. McHugh on Instagram Good Faith on Instagram

From ArtPower: Celebrated jazz trumpeter and film composer Terence Blanchard pays homage to legendary saxophonist and composer Wayne Shorter, the inspiration that has influenced Blanchard’s music and storytelling. Featuring the acclaimed trumpeter with The E-Collective and the Turtle Island Quartet, they will present pieces written by Shorter as well as original compositions by Blanchard and members of his band—resulting in “a lush and dramatic soundscape that calls to mind Blanchard’s career as a successful film composer” (New Yorker). “I’m proud to have a chance to visit some of the music that has shaped my musical identity,” says Blanchard. “Pairing Wayne Shorter’s music with original works from The E-Collective along with the sonic colors of The Turtle Island Quartet has been an amazing experience. Wayne has said before ‘Jazz means I Dare You,’ so why not dare to be creative and pay homage at the same time,” said Blanchard. Related links: ArtPower on Instagram ArtPower on Facebook

Our weekend arts picks include the launch of a theater-centric Juneteenth festival, brand new plays you can listen to on Spotify, outdoor dance from emerging choreographers and Mozart under the stars.