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Charleston, S.C., reflects on 10 years since a racially motivated attack on the historic Emanuel AME church. A white supremacist killed 9 Black worshippers in 2015 in hopes of starting a race war.

A performance of the masterpiece will be transmitted into space on Saturday. The waltz has been associated with space travel since its inclusion in the film 2001: A Space Odyssey.

Celebrate Black excellence in comics at our seventh annual event! Join us for a day filled with art, panels, and more from talented Black creators in the industry. Meet your favorite artists, discover new independent comics, and immerse yourself in a diverse comic book culture. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just starting to explore the world of comics, BLACK COMIX DAY VII is the place to be. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support Black artists and enjoy a day of fun and creativity. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable experience! Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-comix-day-vii-tickets-1038207455447?msockid=33a38ea7b2e16dc509f19ddbb3d36cda

National Cathedral Organist Thomas Sheehan to Perform at St. James by-the-Sea Following President Carter's State Memorial Service Three days after performing at President Jimmy Carter's state funeral, Thomas Sheehan, Cathedral Organist and Interim Director of Music at Washington National Cathedral, will present an organ recital at St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church in La Jolla on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. The recital will showcase St. James' magnificent new Rosales/Parsons pipe organ, dedicated in 2023. The instrument represents a remarkable collaboration between two distinguished organ builders: Manuel Rosales of Los Angeles and Parsons Organ Builders of Canandaigua, New York. This masterpiece of craftsmanship features 65 voices, 79 ranks, 102 stops, and 4,551 pipes, making it a landmark instrument in North America. The program will feature the grand Praeludium in G Major by Nicholaus Bruhns, Sasurai, a virtuosic piece by 20th-century Japanese composer Takashi Sakai, and variations on the beloved hymn tune Engelberg by Mark Miller. Following this performance, Sheehan returns to Washington to prepare for the 2025 presidential inaugural prayer service at the National Cathedral. Dr. Sheehan brings an impressive musical pedigree to this performance. As the Cathedral Organist at Washington National Cathedral, he has performed at numerous significant national events, including the virtual service celebrating President Biden and Vice President Harris's inauguration. His distinguished career includes positions at Harvard University's Memorial Church, Saint Mark's Church in Philadelphia, and Trinity Episcopal Church in Princeton. A graduate of the prestigious Curtis Institute of Music with diplomas in both organ and harpsichord, Sheehan holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Boston University and degrees from Westminster Choir College. In 2016, he was recognized as one of The Diapason's "20 under 30," marking him as a rising star in the organ performance world. His international performance career has taken him across the United States, Canada, and Europe, with notable appearances in Reykjavík, Toulouse, and Montréal. The concert is part of the St. James Music Series. Admission is free, and all are welcome to attend this extraordinary musical event. Visit: National Cathedral organist Thomas Sheehan in concert

The Department of Government Efficiency, a post-election promise brought to life by President Trump via executive order, looks different than its original proposal to broadly cut federal spending.

Bring the entire family to Free Second Sunday for our free family series, Play Day! Join us for a light-filled art activity inspired by the Light and Space movement and artists in MCASD’s permanent collection. Together, we will create magical, glitter paper lanterns using parchment paper, string, and cellophane, that will brighten and warm winter nights. Art Activity: Create paper lanterns filled with color and light. Schedule: At 11 a.m., explore Light and Space works in MCASD’s permanent collection through a kid friendly tour. From 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., enjoy music by a local DJ, get cozy in the book nook, sketch with water, and get book recommendations from the LIbrarian on the Go. At Noon and 1 p.m., sit and experience the soothing sounds of crystal bowls as they quiet your mind and lead you into a relaxed and introspective state. At 12:30 p.m., listen to stories, songs, and rhymes in Storytime with Librarian on the Go. *Museum admission is free from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. for all visitors, with Play Day offerings happening between 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. No RSVPs are required for Play Day admission. About Play Day Play Day is a monthly event at the Museum designed for families to explore art together. Activities include special tours, hands-on projects, and at-your-own-pace guides. Centered at the Conrad Prebys Learning Center and extending into the galleries and terraces, each Play Day offers new and engaging ways to experience the artworks on display. Linternas mágicas de papel Únete a nosotros el domingo 8 de diciembre para el Día del Juego y una actividad artística llena de luz. Inspirados en el movimiento artístico Luz y Espacio y en los artistas de la colección permanente de MCASD, ven a crear mágicos farolillos de papel con purpurina. Usando papel pergamino, cuerda y celofán estas luces brillarán y darán calor a las noches de invierno. 11 a.m.- Explora las obras de Luz y Espacio de la colección permanente del MCASD en un recorrido para niños por las obras de arte que nos han inspirado. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. crear linternas de papel llenas de colores y luz 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.- Disfruta de la música de un DJ local, acurrúcate con un libro en el rincón de los libros, dibuja con agua y obtén recomendaciones de libros del Bibliotecario ambulante Noon - 1 p.m. Siéntate y experimenta los relajantes sonidos de los cuencos de cristal mientras aquietan tu mente y te conducen a un estado relajado e introspectivo. 12:30 p.m. Escuche cuentos, canciones y rimas en la Hora del Cuento con la Bibliotecaria ambulante, la Sra. Katia Graham. La entrada al museo es gratuita de 11 a.m. a 5 p.m., con ofertas del Día del Juego entre las 11 a.m. y las 5 p.m. Photography: Joseph Anzaldo

Join us for “Ryde or Dye,” an interactive, one-of-a-kind event that celebrates love, creativity, and community. All attendees will receive a FREE dyed shirt upon arrival, and they will use a variety of sewing tools and embellishment techniques to unleash their creativity and design a piece of wearable art. (You must RSVP to receive your free tee!) Music, munchies and live poetry will be on display throughout the evening. Here is what to expect: - Free Dyed Shirt: Every attendee receives a free, custom-dyed shirt to use as their canvas. (You must RSVP to receive your free tee!) - Multiple DIY Stations: - Sewing Machines: Use our sewing machines to add embroidered patches, and recycled vintage fabric scraps to your shirt - Kick Press Machine: Use our vintage kick press machine to add studs to your shirt and give it some edge - Embroidery Lounge: Use our needle and thread to hand stitch designs directly onto your shirt or use our free embroidery looms to chill out and hand stitch over pre-made designs - Wallet-Making Workshop: Craft your own custom wallet using recycled fabrics and materials - Poetry & Music: Enjoy live spoken word performances by local poets hosted by Hola Ola - Munchies: Savor delicious bites by @legadofoods while you create and connect This free event is in support of Chicana film maker Sara Angela, who is fundraising to shoot her next short film in San Diego. If you have the means, please consider donating to her fundraising campaign and help support a local creative! This event is also celebrating 12 years of Sew Loka! We opened up on our business on February 13, 2013 and we are so grateful to still be living this dream, and we could not do it without community support. This event is our way of giving back to the people that give us sew much! We love and appreciate you San Diego!!! Follow @sewloka on instagram for updates and sneak peeks! Let’s dye, stitch, stud, and create together while also uplifting the next generation of storytellers! See you there!

Duterte has been in custody of the International Criminal Court awaiting trial for crimes against humanity. That hasn't stopped him from running for mayor of his southern Davao city stronghold.

The tiny east African country of Rwanda says it's holding "early talks" with the Trump administration about taking in deported migrants from the U.S.

This weekend in the arts: The Natural History Museum celebrates its 150th birthday with a free party; San Diego Zine Fest brings DIY art and publishing to Bread & Salt; "Gentryfries" honors the history of family, neighborhood and food at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego; a big dance showcase and more arts and culture events.