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Join ethnographer and musician Yale Strom for an online lecture exploring the deep and fascinating connections between Jewish culture and jazz. Drawing on decades of fieldwork, musicological research and artistic practice, Strom will uncover how Jewish musicians shaped one of America’s most iconic art forms. Yale Strom is one of the world's leading ethnographer-artists of klezmer and Romani music. He holds a master's degree in Yiddish Studies and has directed 10 award-winning documentary films, including The Last Klezmer (Oscar short-list). He has written 15 books, recorded 20 CDs, and served as Artist-in-Residence in Jewish Studies at San Diego State University from 2006 to 2020. Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026 Time: 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Location: Online via Zoom Cost: $20 early bird (before September 6) | $25 regular Yiddish Arts and Academics on Facebook / Instagram

The Athenaeum presents a local debut by the duo of pianist Emilio Solla and saxophonist Antonio Lizana. A Latin Grammy–winner and six-time Grammy nominee, Solla teams up for his 15th album, "El Siempre Mar," with rising-star Spanish flamenco-jazz vocalist and saxophonist Lizana. In their music, they join old Argentine folk songs with original compositions and a new take on Flamenco cantes de ida y vuelta (“roundtrip songs”) in a jazz setting. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Join Subcultura Curation + The Woo for a special screening of "ASCO: Without Permission" as part of the closing month of "¡VIVA LA RAZA! Reflections on San Diego’s Chican@ Movement." The evening will feature the groundbreaking documentary on the influential Chicano art collective ASCO alongside community gathering, exhibition viewing, and the closing reception for "Aztlán Libre + Aztlan Archives." Inspired by themes of resistance, cultural memory, and artistic visibility, the night celebrates the artists, archives, and stories continuing to shape Chicanx art and culture today. RSVP seating is available through a suggested donation, with all proceeds supporting future community arts programming by Subcultura Curation. The event remains open to the public and all are welcome to attend. Subcultura Curation on Instagram

Create a unique meditation station or altar! Mondays, June 29 & July 13, from 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Ages 15+ welcome! In this 2-part series, students will learn the basics of handbuilding to create functional and fun pieces. Working with mid fire clay, we will explore various methods of building forms and decorative techniques to create one of a kind ceramic altars. Students will create and build their piece in the first and second class and glaze their creations in the last class. Students will learn the art of glazing, with many decorative techniques. Students will be able to utilize a wide array of glazes and colors in this course. No experience necessary. All materials provided. Additional optional materials available via the instructor for a fee. Items shown in photo (tarot card, crystals, candle, etc are not included). We recommend that each student bring an apron to wear and an older towel or a cloth rag. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the interest list to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the interest list to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Visit: 2-Week Clay Handbuilding Workshop: Meditation Station or Altar San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

The series opens on Sunday, June 14, with a local debut by the Rodriguez Brothers Quintet, who will play their own Afro-Cuban jazz in honor of Miles Davis’s 100th birthday. Davis constantly pushed boundaries and absorbed global traditions. In this heartfelt tribute, the Rodriguez Brothers carry the tradition forward, reinterpreting the legend’s iconic works through today’s Afro-Cuban jazz language—blending Havana’s rhythmic fire with the spirit of innovation that Davis embodied. The band features brothers Michael Rodriguez on trumpet and Robert Rodriguez on piano, Carlitos Del Puerto on bass, Jimmy MacBride on drums, and Luis Conte on percussion. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival (LJAWF) returns to La Jolla Village for its 18th year on Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This free, two-day outdoor festival features world-class art, curated libations, live entertainment, and community programming along Girard Avenue from Prospect Street to Torrey Pines Road, while supporting arts education through its nonprofit foundation. More than 170 juried artists from across the U.S. and Mexico will showcase fine art including painting, sculpture, jewelry, photography, ceramics, and glasswork, offering something for both collectors and casual art lovers. Beyond the art, guests 21+ can enjoy the popular Wine & Beer Garden, featuring a curated lineup of premier wineries, local craft breweries, and select spirits. New this year, guests can also upgrade their experience with an exclusive VIP area, offering an elevated tasting experience. Additional highlights include live music and entertainment, a two-day silent auction, interactive experiences, pet adoption stations, and the Geppetto’s Toys Family Art Center, offering hands-on activities that inspire creativity in children of all ages. The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival Foundation is a non-profit organization with a mission to bring needed funds to local public schools, art to the community, and to promote La Jolla and its merchants. Through the La Jolla Art & Wine Festival, the foundation strives to enhance the cultural vibrancy of the community and support local education initiatives. For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and artist or vendor applications, visit www.ljawf.com. The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival on Facebook / Instagram

For International Jazz Day, we profile a local singer ahead of her live performance Thursday night at Dizzy's Jazz. Plus, our movie critics share their picks for America's 250th anniversary. And, weekend arts events to check out.

Under President Trump, more federal attention and support has gone towards anti-abortion Christian centers. A watchdog group says many of them mislead patients with promises to "rule out" ectopic pregnancies.

Three San Diego musicians — Divina, James Spaite and Shua — take the stage at Balboa Park's Spreckels Organ Pavilion for intimate performances and candid conversations about the songs they write and the experiences that inspired them.

Come explore the foundations of painting! This acrylic class provides instruction in basic and intermediate painting techniques. Students will develop technical skills in color theory, composition, brushwork, layering, and surface preparation through a series of guided projects. This class is suitable for teens of all skill levels and supports the development of a strong foundation in acrylic painting within a focused studio environment. Susan Walters is an oil painter who has taught art (K–6th grade) at the Gillispie School for over 30 years. She studied fine art at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts and the Art Students League of New York. Prior to painting, Susan was a printmaker for Ruth Leaf Studio in NYC. Max students: 12 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram