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(Tickets Are Sold Out) The ATASC-San Diego Turkish Music Chorus will celebrate its first anniversary with a concert of Turkish classical and folk music. The chorus specializes in performing Turkish traditional music and seeks to preserve and promote the rich heritage of Turkish classical music, ensuring that this traditional art form continues to thrive. The First Anniversary Concert will include Turkish classical repertoire from the 17th–20th centuries as well as folk songs from different regions of Turkiye. The chorus will be accompanied by musicians playing traditional Turkish instruments including the ney (reed flute), oud (lute), darbuka (goblet drum), and kanun (zither). Cocktail hour 6:30 p.m. Concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Visit: https://sandiegoturkishmusic.com/ Turkish Music Chorus San Diego on Instagram

San Diego, May 10, 2023 - The San Diego School of Creative and Performing Arts (SDSCPA) invites the public to attend its Sapphire Anniversary Benefit on June 17 at Humphrey's by the Bay to celebrate 45 years of excellence in arts education. The semi-formal event includes a three-course meal, drinks, live musical performances by the students of SDSCPA, dancing, and a silent and live auction. Tickets are available for purchase on the Friends of SCPA (FOSCPA) website at $180 per person, $1,800 for tables seating ten in prime locations, and $2,800 for VIP corporate sponsorship tables. Proceeds from the benefit will directly support continued arts education at SDSCPA. This year's event promises to be a memorable and inspiring evening, showcasing the incredible talent of SDSCPA students, and paying tribute to two of SDSCPA's most beloved former faculty members, Judi Quiett and Gail McKinney, who have been instrumental in shaping the school's legacy of excellence in arts education. This event is an opportunity to come together to support the next generation of artists and creative thinkers and to celebrate the impact that SDSCPA has had on the lives of students and the broader community. As California’s only tuition-free, audition-only performing arts school, SDSCPA is unique in its commitment to providing a transformative arts education to students from all over San Diego County. Over 70% of SDSCPA students come from lower-income households, and the school serves over 80+ zip codes in southern California. SDSCPA is a public magnet school for artistically passionate students in grades 6-12. The school is committed to nurturing excellence in arts and academics through a rigorous dual curriculum, and to providing a culturally relevant and diverse learning environment that celebrates the diversity of its students. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar has truly become America’s Mariachi! First: multi-styling videos with pop sensation Camila Cabello! Second, a viral “Jacket Exchange” with Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Joe Kelly, who proudly wore it to the White House to meet Joe Biden! With a 30-year history of shows that delight audiences at both intimate venues and major theaters throughout the U.S. and Mexico, the ensemble tours its own show, Leyendas de Mexico/Legends of Mexico, while also collaborating with a Who’s Who of Mexican artists including Aida Cuevas, Pedro Fernandez, Ana Barbara and Angela Aguilar. Most recently Mariachi Garibaldi were featured performers for Camila Cabello’s Tiny Desk concert performing “La Buena Vida,” truly displaying that mariachi music transcends across all platforms. Including a production in 2017 of “Tale as Old as Time” from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast for the “mitú” network, went viral with over 16 million views! Avid proponents of music education, the group teaches mariachi for all ages at their own school for Mexican Arts, Cue Music Inc. Visit: artcenter.org/event/musica-en-la-plaza-mariachi-garibaldi-de-jaime-cuellar/ Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for a captivating journey into the heart of Japanese culture with our unique Kintsugi Experience. Kintsugi, often called “golden joinery,” is more than just an art form; it’s a profound philosophy deeply rooted in Japanese culture. It treats the mending of broken pottery as an artful and spiritual practice, celebrating imperfections and the beauty of resilience. This philosophy aligns closely with the essence of Wabi-Sabi, which embraces life’s imperfections. Our Kintsugi Experience offers you the chance to not only learn about this rich cultural tradition but also to experience it firsthand. You’ll delve into the history and philosophy of Kintsugi, gaining a profound understanding of how it represents life’s journey. You’ll receive all the materials needed, and be guided through the hands-on process. As you mend your own piece of pottery, you’ll discover not only the art of Kintsugi but also the art of self-acceptance and resilience. This isn’t just a class; it’s a cultural immersion and a transformative experience. By participating in our Kintsugi Experience, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of Japanese culture and the profound wisdom that lies within this ancient art form. Materials are included, so all you need to bring is your curiosity and a willingness to engage with a culture that cherishes imperfections as part of life’s beauty. Ages 12+ welcome • Scholarships available • Homeschoolers contact team@sandiegocraft.org for enrollment. • Military and sibling discounts

Nancy Pelosi opens up about wielding power — and what she was doing in the days leading up to President Joe Biden announcing he was abandoning his race for a second term

Michael Schur wrote for the The Office and created The Good Place. His new show for Netflix features Ted Danson as a widower who goes undercover in a retirement community.

Art Party with live rock n roll music, drawing and painting, and community building in the heart of Leucadia. All are welcome!

“Daffodil Lovers” - Come celebrate Spring with “The Flower of Hope!” - Names & questions about daffodils answered by American Daffodil Society experts - Over 1000 blooms on display - Admission FREE - Daffodil Art Show by students at Julian Schools Come enjoy a spectacular daffodil weekend!

They move through our shared spaces like ballerinas. For them, the public is the source of their art.

Tribal leaders selected Nga Wai Hono i te Po as the new monarch after the death of her father last week. The second-ever Maori queen takes on the largely ceremonial role at a complicated moment.