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Shared spaces are the future of our common life in the city. During the modernist era a term public space was used to define such places but the constitution of them were much more based on local economic and anthropocentric criteria, which allowed a strong touristification of public spaces and their transformation into the places of the production of private capital. As the so popular business construction PPP (private public partnership) didn’t deliver to the community realities, needs and/or desires for people inhabiting stressed circumstances of the area. As Marjetica Potrč states “the communities imagine the future city as a network of neighbourhoods and neither group was interested in public space, but they were all interested in shared space, community space,” it is important to follow some of the main paradigms of the changing world to therefore make a new agreement that is not human centred. Decolonizing methodologies can change the perception of ownership into caretaker. The first step is a definition of a new vocabulary based on trust and creating a ritual of transition within structuring new relationships in space. Doc. dr. Boštjan Bugarič is an architect, researcher, curator, critic and editor. Since 2014 he has been an editor at the open source community Architectuul in Berlin. For the University of Primorska in Koper he coordinated the accreditation and established the Faculty of Built Environment (2008-13), where he took a position of the acting dean (2011 – 2013). In 2017 was a research collaborator at Faculty of Architecture Ljubljana. He is a professor at the Visual art and Design department at the Faculty of Pedagogy in Koper. He exhibited at the U3 Triennial of Contemporary Art in Slovenia in MSUM+ Ljubljana (2013). Since 2016 he has been coordinating the Architectuul’s associated partnership at the Future Architecture Platform. Architectuul is a member of the LINA research project. For more information visit: visarts.ucsd.edu

An excessive heat warning remained in effect for desert areas until at least 9 p.m. Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.

Many residents in Altadena, Calif., evacuated not knowing it would be the last time they would see their homes standing. Their decisions about what possessions to take were rushed — or not made at all.

Since publishing Annihilation and the subsequent Southern Reach novels, VanderMeer has become a poster child for fiction confronting climate change. Now he's back with a highly anticipated prequel.

A Justice Department investigation launched after the beating death of Tyre Nichols in 2023 found that "Memphis police officers regularly violate the rights of the people they are sworn to serve."

In Washington, D.C., a tax on residents earning more than $250,000 a year is boosting the wages of child care workers. Two years in, it's proving to be a great investment.

Rewoven Narratives: Cotton, History, Modernity, and the Black Southern Experience offers a profound exploration of the deep connections between the past and present in the deep rural Texas South. Through North’s artistic lens, visitors are invited to engage with the intricate fabric of family, collective memory, and a heterogeneous culture that defines the region. The exhibit examines the transatlantic slave trade's impact, focusing on Black Atlantic themes and creolization. The Black Atlantic highlights the cultural network formed by the African diaspora, while creolization refers to the blending of African, European, and Indigenous cultures. This fusion shapes the rich traditions of the American South. North's skillful blend of photography, oral histories, artifacts, and cotton creates an immersive experience that transcends time and place. It allows viewers to reflect on the complex layers of Southern heritage. The exhibition serves as both a showcase of North's artistic evolution and a testament to the enduring power of storytelling. Central to the exhibition is an examination of how the legacy of slavery and the cotton industry continues to shape the fabric of modern society in the region. By delving into the economic, social, and cultural impacts of these historical forces, the exhibition sheds light on the enduring inequalities and structures that persist today. Through North's use of cotton as both a medium and a narrative device, visitors are encouraged to contemplate its dual significance: as the economic backbone of the slavery- driven South and as a symbol of resilience and reclaiming Black heritage. This artistic commentary offers a poignant reflection on the intersection of historical trauma and contemporary resilience, emphasizing the ongoing relevance of these narratives in shaping present-day social and cultural dynamics. Related events: Exhibition: July 9 to August 17 2024 Opening Reception: Tuesday, July 9 6:30-8:30 p.m. Gallery hours: Art Produce Gallery Hours: Thursdays & Fridays 2-5 p.m. or by appointment by emailing HERE. About the Artist: Robin North holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the University of Houston with a concentration in Photography and Digital Media and a Master of Fine Arts in Art with a program emphasis on Photography and Multimedia from San Diego State University in San Diego, CA. As an interdisciplinary visual artist, educator, and archivist, his passion lies in preserving and celebrating the rich histories of Black families in the rural Deep American South. North delves into the complex histories and contemporary implications of cotton, slavery, modernity, and Black reclamation in the Deep South. North's work often incorporates mixed media, multimedia, and alternative photographic processes such as cyanotypes and platinum/palladium prints. He is known for his experimental narratives and portraits exploring identity and social change themes. His journey began when his grandmother entrusted him with his family's archives in 2006, unveiling a treasure trove of stories from generations past, captured in photographs, documents, and oral histories. Inspired by the resilience, joy, and perseverance within these narratives, Robin embarked on a personal quest to understand and share his family's roots. This journey gained deeper significance in 2016 when his uncle, James North, a fellow artist, shared his battle with Alzheimer’s disease—a poignant reminder of his time serving in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War, where he was exposed to the harmful effects of Agent Orange. During this time, his family and the broader Black Jackson County community asked him to tell their stories through his visual arts practice, family archives and his scholarly work to ensure they were not lost to time. This profound request propelled him to found "Keeper of the Walls"; a digital repository dedicated to collecting, digitizing, mapping, and sharing Black family archives from Jackson County, Texas. This project serves as a virtual space where families like his can contribute their photographs, documents, and stories, ensuring that their legacies endure for future generations. Related links: Art Produce: website | Instagram | Facebook

Francis Ford Coppola's epic draws parallels between the U.S. and ancient Rome. Forty-some years in the making, it's got wild sex, startling violence, horse-drawn chariots and even nightclub unicorns.

Aaron Lind and His Organ Trio make their debut at Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 175th Session of Dim Sum & Jazz Seating Begins at 6 p.m. Music from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! About Aaron Lind Aaron Lind is a highly skilled classical and jazz guitarist who delivers memorable performances that are full of passion, energy and great music. Effortlessly combining history and tradition with contemporary style and modern flair, Aaron brings a timeless and polished musical environment with classical guitar masterpieces from Tarrega, Barrios, Sor, and a joyful and energetic experience with solo, trio, or quartet jazz ensembles that call back Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, and other great players from the jazz tradition. Aaron is a highly accomplished, technically proficient guitar professional who can bring an emotionally rich, luxurious ambiance to private events, and an upbeat and energetic experience from the stage with his band. Aaron Lind is a highly sought-after classical and jazz musician and the only sound of his kind in San Diego, CA. After receiving his Undergraduate and Master’s degrees in music from the University of New Orleans, Aaron remained in New Orleans to perform and tour with several bands. In 2020, Aaron moved to San Diego, where he has established himself as a regularly featured artist both in private and public settings. Aaron’s performing experience includes appearances at Notre Dame Jazz Fest, Gene Harris Jazz Fest with Eric Marienthal, New Orleans Jazz Fest, French Quarter Fest, Bayou Boogaloo, and a variety of music festivals across the US, as well as appearances at notable nightclubs including House of Blues, Tipitina’s, Blue Nile, Lion’s Den NYC, and more. In more intimate settings, Aaron has performed for countless weddings and private parties around New Orleans. Aaron performed for the San Diego Chamber of Commerce at their 2022 Small Business Awards gathering. Aaron Lind Social Media https://www.aaronlindmusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/aaronlindmusic/ https://www.facebook.com/lind.aaron https://www.youtube.com/@aaronlindmusic Want to know more events happening Golden Island? Join our Newsletter! Like Dim Sum & Jazz? Check out the rest of the schedule below! www.bardicmanagement.com/golden-island See More Events www.goldenislanddimsum.com www.bardicmanagement.com/events

Shailaja Paik faced prejudice because of her family's Dalit caste and her gender. As a historian she's written ground-breaking books on India's Dalits and is now a MacArthur 'genius grant' awardee.