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Sophie's Gallery & Gift Shop, operated by St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center, will host its 12th Annual Alley Cat Art Walk, a free family-friendly art event in the Historic El Cajon Downtown Arts District, on Friday, September 15, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Local art galleries, art studios, a museum, and other local small businesses invite the public to discover the arts in Downtown El Cajon while enjoying fine art, crafts, live music, and refreshments. There will be several fine art shows during the event, including The Music in Me at Sophie’s Gallery - a collection of hand-painted musical instruments, musical-inspired prints, and mosaic art; Color at Silver Creek Fine Art & Gallery; Beyond Impressionism at The East County Art Association; and a display of contemporary Native American themed art at the Wieghorst Museum. This year, Sophie’s Gallery is excited to feature artwork from artbrutkorea, a collective of South Korean artists on the autism spectrum who are participating in the group show, The Music in Me. Along with the collection of hand-painted instruments, the show also includes unique instrument prints, up-cycled CD weavings, hand-embroidered iron-on patches, kumihimo braided guitar & bag straps, and more. The Historic Downtown El Cajon hosts many events, small businesses, restaurants, galleries, museums, and murals all within walking distance, making for a memorable visit. Alongside many food and drink options, the festival will also feature beer tasting hosted by the El Cajon German American Societies Inc. Sophie’s Gallery & Gift Shop is a program of St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center, which serves more than 400 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through nationally recognized, innovative programs. Its mission is to educate and empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to realize their full potential. Intellectual and developmental disabilities include autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other cognitive disorders.

Epic Festival & Happening Times Presents: PRETTY PINK Anjunabeats | Deep Woods | Germany DEEPARTURE This Never Happened | Anjunabeats | DAYS Like NIGHTS | Odd One Out | Netherlands SCHMIDT Happening Times | San Diego EPIC “DAY” FEST will feature some of the top House & Techno artist globally! 21+ | No pets QUARTYARD SD | OPENAIR VENUE Visit: https://www.epicfestsd.com/ View this event on Facebook / Quartyard on Instagram

"With practice, absolutely everyone can make their memory stronger," says Monica Thieu, a memory researcher and a four-time Jeopardy! contestant. Techniques to get you started.

Many of us have heard this often-quoted Buddhist saying: “There is no way to happiness; happiness is the way.” Zen in the Art of Invention is a class about how writers can stay creatively vibrant and “unstuck” using the overlapping principles of both Zen Buddhism and Positive Psychology—the science and study of happiness and human flourishing. In this combined seminar/workshop, we’ll explore strategies for staying engaged with our creative work; for maintaining creative energy and inspiration in times of both flow and challenge; and for effectively braiding together our creative lives and our day-to-day lives so each can work to enrich the other. In the workshop portion of the class, participants will be invited to start applying the principles to their own creative practices and projects, as well as get customized, direct guidance from the instructor and share discoveries with the group. There is no way to creativity—creativity is the way.

“Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disparities among Black, White, and Filipino Women: What's fat got to do with it?” Maria Rosario (Happy) G. Araneta PhD, MPH, is Associate Dean of Diversity and Community Partnerships and Professor of Epidemiology in the Department of Family Medicine. Her research interests include maternal and pediatric HIV/AIDS, birth defects, life course exposures, social determinants of health, and health disparities. She received her BA in Biology from UCSD and her MPH and PhD in Epidemiology from Yale University She is the co-Principal Investigator of the Diabetes Prevention Program Outcomes Study (DPPOS) where UC San Diego is one of 25 participating sites. This longitudinal study, with over 20 years of follow-up, aims to identify the risk factors, mechanisms, and neuropathology of cognitive impairment in persons with pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes, during the current funding cycle. Dr. Araneta is the PI of the UCSD Filipino Health Study, a longitudinal study of myriad health outcomes among Filipino men and women, co-investigator of the Rancho Bernardo Study, where she leads research on health disparities in osteoporosis, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease among elder White, Filipino and Black women (Health Assessment Study of African-American Women). She served as a perinatal epidemiologist for the UC San Diego Mother, Child and Adolescent HIV Program, was a co-investigator on maternal and perinatal HIV studies in Mexico, and co-investigator to assess health advantages and disparities in reproductive outcomes by race/ethnicity and nativity. Her prior research included studies on birth defects and adverse reproductive outcomes among Gulf War veterans, HIV transmission through donor artificial insemination, mother-to-child HIV/AIDS transmission, and behavioral intervention studies, including restorative yoga, active stretch and Zumba Fitness to reduce components of the metabolic syndrome. For more information visit: healthyaging.ucsd.edu

"You cannot look at these photographs without feeling the love, joy, and pride in every picture and profession . . . a unique tapestry of stories, waiting to be shared." (Mark Cafferty, CEO, San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation) We're impressed by the resilience of Artisan Businesses. We wanted a creative way to tell their stories, while celebrating their work. So here is "Butcher, Baker, Candlestick Maker" - a photography exhibit that invites conversations about supporting local small businesses. The gallery is now open in downtown San Diego at UCSD Park & Market, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. We're showcasing butchers from Valley Farm Market and The Meatery, bakers Hija del Maiz and Astra Bakehouse, and candlemakers 1502 Candles and Moo Lala! This installation explores the question - how do artisan businesses thrive in San Diego (which Architectural Digest just named America's "most expensive city")? Rebecca Smith and TJ Carter are the collaborators of this installation.

Join us for a free kids craft! November’s Free Craft: Pom Pom Art! First Friday craft each month from 5 – 6 p.m. Open House & Community Mending from 5 – 7 p.m. We can’t wait to see you there! RSVP so we have enough supplies on-hand for everyone! *This project is great for children of all ages. Young children may need help from an accompanying adult. Each month the craft changes, so pop in while you’re visiting and get crafty! ABOUT FIRST FRIDAYS AT SAN DIEGO CRAFT COLLECTIVE On the first Friday of every month, the Arts District in Liberty Station is packed with ways to enjoy the best in life! Whether your visit includes a waterfront walk, a picturesque picnic, a bite & drink from one of the great restaurants or public market, or a bit of fun shopping, our doors will be open on First Friday from 5 – 7 p.m., ready to share craft with you, along with: A Free, Family-Friendly Craft for Kids (from 5-6 p.m.) A Studio Tour Visit our Organic Garden Community Mending

San Diego Ballet Presents: Overture- A First Friday ARTS DISTRICT Event Oct 6, 2023, FREE, 6-8 p.m. San Diego Ballet Preview Performances, 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Locations: Dorothea Laub Dance Place, ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station Mandell Weiss Gallery and Studio 207, 2650 Truxtun Rd, San Diego, CA 92106 San Diego Ballet kicks off their season with a free event which combines dance, art, fashion and dessert. Meet SDB’s new & returning dancers, chat with Artistic Director Javier Velasco, learn more about this exciting season, and see the new exhibit at the Mandell Weiss Gallery. The FREE event features a sneak preview performance featuring dancers from the company. A fashion show follows each performance as Canela Photography presents Veteran Couture Fashion Show in collaboration with designer Carolina Hernandez and San Diego Ballet dancers. The Mandell Weiss Gallery will be revitalized with an exhibition of photographs by Lorraine Triolo, entitled “People Who Look Like Art.” A program of San Diego Ballet. Funded in part by the Mandell Weiss Charitable Trust and the NTC Foundation. www.sandiegoballet.org https://libertystation.com/events/First-Friday-ARTS-DISTRICT San Diego Ballet on Facebook

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Immerse yourself in an evening of jazz as CSUSM proudly welcomes award-winning pianist Ed Kornhauser to our campus. Join us for an unforgettable musical experience that transcends boundaries. Ed's captivating performance will showcase the brilliance that earned him the title of Best Jazz Artist and Best Jazz Album at the 2022 and 2021 San Diego Music Awards. As a graduate in Jazz Studies from San Diego State University, Ed's artistry on the piano and keyboards has been praised by the San Diego Troubadour, dubbing him "one of San Diego’s top pianist/keyboardists." Ed is not only a solo sensation but also an integral part of The Matt Smith Neu Jazz Trio, and his collaborations with Grammy award-winning producer Kamau Kenyatta have produced acclaimed albums like "RETROgrade" and "I.Am.Calm." Join us as he brings these musical masterpieces to life on stage. Before the concert, the CSUSM jazz ensemble will perform for our guest artist and receive feedback, which all are welcome to attend. Join us for an evening filled with exceptional music, community spirit, and the magic that only live performances can offer. For more information visit: csusm.edu