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From the gallery: Tom Driscoll has been making sculptures for over 50 years in San Diego, often organic or industrial forms cast in concrete or gypsum cement. At The Museum Of__, Driscoll presents a recent series of secondhand trophies which he has altered through a process of combining, removing, and fusing different sport figures. By dipping them in a tinted polyester resin, each figure has been manipulated in unexpected ways improvised by the artist. Sometimes two or several figures, the majority being athletes in action, are merged, holding hands, or entangled in either an embrace or struggle. Humor is everywhere in this circus of figures. Driscoll’s trophies are a reflection of one’s success transformed into archeological finds. About the artist: Tom Driscoll was born and raised in San Diego. After returning from the service in 1966, he enrolled at Southwestern College in Chula Vista. At the time, the Art Department was at a high point of activity when art faculty members included Bob Matheny and John Baldessari, and an ongoing “Artist Speakout” series included visits from Robert Irwin, Kurt Von Meier, Ed “Big Daddy Roth,” at least one Hell’s Angel, and many others. In the 80s he lived among the small art scene of Downtown San Diego, meanwhile working nights at a Scripps Institution of Oceanography lab located in Point Loma. It was there that he encountered “trashed” material which became an integral part of his work. Driscoll has continued to experiment with the formalist potential of the detritus of everyday life, including Styrofoam packaging and plastic shipping material. He has exhibited extensively in solo and group shows throughout San Diego, and his work is in the collection of the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. Related links: The Museum Of ____ website | Instagram Quint Gallery website | Instagram

It fuels many of us each morning, with an extra rush of energy — coffee! But how did that magical drink come to be so ubiquitous? One San Diego restaurant is providing clients with traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremonies and a history lesson.

Join Comic-Con Museum and Funko, Inc., a leading pop culture and lifestyle brand, for the third annual “Mask-O-Raid.” Hosted by Funko founder Mike Becker, the festive Halloween party will take place on two nights this year, Friday, Oct. 27, and Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Comic-Con Museum with proceeds benefiting Comic-Con Museum and its Education Center. Tickets on sale now. Tickets are limited due to capacity constraints and are expected to sell out for both nights. Each night is sold separately. Each event will feature: Display of Funko mascot heads World-class exhibit of 1970s vintage Halloween costumes and masks (personal collection of Funmaker Mike) Meet-and-greet, photo op, and signing with Funko founder and Funmaker Mike Becker Frightmaker Mike presents: “The Mystery Behind the Mask” presentation (two shows each night) Each attendee receives a token for a “Mystery Pop Giveaway”! Raffle for Funko prototypes Costume contest with special prizes: Funniest, Scariest, and Most Original Museum Gift Shop (for sale): Halloween-themed items signed by Funmaker Mike, original art, and exclusive Comic-Con Museum merchandise Complimentary party favors: exclusive Mask-O-Raid swag, a Comic-Con Museum Halloween pin, and two-for-one Museum tickets for 2024 Spooky jams by DJ Chino Heavy appetizers, beer, wine, and soft drinks. One drink ticket included with event ticket, additional drinks available for purchase. Each ticket includes access to the party, exhibit, party favors, food, and one drink ticket, as well as opportunities to view the presentations (seating in the theater is limited), purchase collectibles, participate in the raffle, and more. Costumes encouraged. All ages welcome. Comic-Con Museum on Facebook / Instagram

The 26th annual Galaxy of Glass Show features artwork by more than 20 regional Southern California glass artists. Processes include blown, cast, fused, slumped, and carved works, plus our Gallery Glass Store with jewelry, tumblers, paperweights, perfumers and more. The 26th annual Galaxy of Glass Show features artwork by more than 20 regional Southern California glass artists working in various glass processes. For more information visit: fallbrookartcenter.org Fallbrook Art Center on Facebook / Instagram In Historic Downtown Fallbrook. Free plentiful parking behind the fallbrook art center and on-street.

Los votantes jóvenes de California y de todo el país están entusiasmados con la vicepresidenta Kamala Harris. Los demócratas están tratando de sacar provecho, contando con un aumento en las urnas para ganar carreras clave en el Congreso.

RSVP below so we have enough for everyone! Come celebrate San Diego Craft Collective as we mark 5 years as the best nonprofit arts center in San Diego! We’ll have live craft demonstrations, a free kids craft, a fun Make & Take craft, music, food truck for brunch/lunch + more! It’s fun for all ages! LIVE CRAFT DEMOS | We’ll have local artists and artisans working on projects. Join us and get inspired to learn a new craft today! FREE KIDS CRAFT | RSVP for a surprise hands-on kids craft from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.! *This project is great for children of all ages. Young children may need help from an accompanying adult. MAKE & TAKE CRAFT | RSVP for a fun project stencil-designing an eco-bag from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.! *We appreciate a $5 per person contribution for this craft to help us cover costs. MUSIC & FOOD TRUCK | We’ll have a food truck/caterer so you can head on over and grab a bite to eat while you hang out and celebrate with us! *Please RSVP so our vendor can be prepared with enough food, avoiding waste. About San Diego Craft Collective We’re excited to celebrate our commitments to: our local community and schools; teaching traditional craft to all people, of all ages & backgrounds; creating a welcoming, safe, and inclusive family-friendly learning environment; sustainably operating and sharing eco-friendly approaches to life-long craft journeys; & making it through a pandemic strong and with more purpose then ever! We can’t wait to see you there! Grab a friend or family member and help us celebrate a bright crafting future together! For more information visit: sandiegocraft.org Stay Connected on Facebook

San Diego/Ensenada cross-border sound art group New Tongues will perform the opening set for this special outdoor candlelight session in conjunction with the newly opened Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel. Founded in 2023 by artist and musician Preston Swirnoff with field recordist/sound designer Xareni Lizarraga and violist/producer Kathia Rudametkin, New Tongues is an adventure in interdisciplinary collaboration. With an emphasis on live performance and immersive sound environments, the group uses sound sculptures, field recordings, and traditional instruments to craft electroacoustic song forms that celebrate intimacy, relationship ecologies, and deep listening. Headlining will be the acclaimed trio Dwarfs of East Agouza on tour from Cairo, Egypt. The group features Alan Bishop, co-founder of the Sublime Frequencies record label and original member of legendary underground group Sun City Girls. Bishop is joined by Egyptian composer Maurice Louca and musician/filmmaker Sam Shalabi. Dwarfs of East Agouza was formed in 2012 when the three Cairo residents began exploring their potent mix of hypnotic Egyptian street music, free improvised guitar styles of North Africa, and the pulse of motorik krautrock rhythms. For more information visit: jacumba.com Stay Connected on Facebook

Award-winning author and artist Myriam Gurba Gurba will read from her most recent book Creep: Accusations and Confessions. Gurba has been described as “the most fearless writer in America.” She is the author of the essay collection, Creep, and the true crime memoir Mean. O, The Oprah Magazine, ranked Mean as one of the best LGBTQ books of all time. This event is cosponsored by the MALAS Program and the Instructionally Related Activities Fund. For more information visit: mfa.sdsu.edu

Join SDSU Alumni and your fellow Aztecs for a San Diego Gulls hockey game! Invite your family and friends to a night of fun at Pechanga Arena as the SD Gulls take on the San Jose Barracudas on Wednesday, April 3. 5 - 7 p.m. | Join fellow SDSU alumni for appetizers and networking before face-off during the pre-game mixer in the Stella Artois Lounge. 7 p.m. | Cheer on the Gulls as they take on the Barracudas. Post-Game | Go inside the rink after the game for an on-ice Aztec group photo! Section L20 & L21 | Tickets: $35 per person | Tickets include: One (1) seat in the SDSU Alumni section Access to the SDSU Alumni section of the Stella Artois Lounge and private, no-host bar throughout the game Pre-game appetizers in the Stella Artois Lounge Tickets are digital and will be sent the week before the game. An AXS account must be created in order to receive your tickets. SDSU Lifetime Members - Purchase tickets at the discounted rate of $23! Also, register for this event by March 26th to be entered in a drawing to ride the Zamboni on the ice during a period break! One lucky lifetime member will be selected for this exclusive opportunity and contacted on March 27. For more information visit: sdsualumni.org

Both of Imperial Beach's iconic sculptures — Surfhenge and the Spirit of Imperial Beach — are an homage to the city's surf history.