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The Mental Bar is celebrating its first-anniversary with a community gathering on September 24, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Renowned as a third space for locals to spend time in between work and home where they enjoy quality food and beverages and experiences that get them out of their head and fuel their soul, The Mental Bar has evolved into a cherished destination in the heart of the Black Arts & Culture District of San Diego, where outlets for exercise, exchange, and healthy food and drink are scarce. Guests are invited to visit and take part in an unforgettable anniversary celebration where The Mental Bar will go above and beyond to give back and celebrate by showcasing the community that made this first year of business a success.

Annabelle Camp is the Kress Conservation Fellow at Balboa Art Conservation Center and for this Art Break, she will introduce textile conservation as a profession. In her talk, Annabelle will highlight case studies from her work and detailed guidance on how individuals can care for the textiles in their homes to ensure they are preserved for future generations. The talk will be informative for all, especially textile enthusiasts, makers, and collectors! More About Annabelle Camp Annabelle Camp is a textile and organic objects conservator. She has an MS from the Winterthur/University of Delaware Program in Art Conservation and bachelor’s degrees in Anthropology and Art Conservation from the University of Delaware. She has trained in some of the world’s leading textile conservation labs, including the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Abegg-Stiftung, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. Annabelle strives to make community collaboration an integral part of her conservation practice. She has led numerous collaborative programs and repatriation projects and published widely on the value of community engagement in cultural heritage preservation. At BACC, in addition to treating textiles, she is assisting in ongoing efforts to demystify and democratize the field. For more information visit: mingei.org

Denja will present a site-specific installation, including new large-scale pieces interacting with space and light. The opening night will feature live music, DJ’s, a special pop-up experience in the loft, and a selection of rare natural wines. Details to come!The show will be on display through Sept 17, with select gallery hours throughout the month. Attendance is FREE with RSVP ticket. This event will likely reach capacity- please be sure to RSVP soon so you can join us!Denja Harris is an emerging artist from South Bay, San Diego creating experimental fiber art and soft sculptures. Intentionally sourcing second-hand and dead-stock yarn, she creates layered, free-form abstract patterns and works that take shape in an organic process.

The 2nd Annual Baja Lifestyle and Travel Expo presented by the expert team at Baja Bound Insurance is set to take place on September 30, 2023. This year, the Expo promises an even grander celebration of Baja's rich culture and captivating travel experiences. The event will be hosted at the picturesque Crown Point Park on Mission Bay from Noon to 5 p.m. Admission is free and open to all ages. The Baja Lifestyle and Travel Expo is a true ode to the spirit of adventure, offering attendees a chance to immerse themselves in the wonders of Baja California, Mexico. With over 100 engaging booths, the Expo will showcase the region's finest treasures, from arts and crafts to culinary delights, enticing visitors to explore every facet of Baja's vibrant lifestyle. In addition to an array of exhibitors, the Expo will feature inspiring guest speakers who will share their travel insights, offering valuable tips and recommendations for fellow adventurers. Guest speakers for this year’s event include: Jorge Meraz (CROSSING SOUTH on KPBS), Angela Kemsley from Wildcoast, Michael Emery - Slow Baja, Michael Gardiner - food writer and cookbook author, and Nathan Stuart - Legends Overlanding. For the foodies, a delicious lineup of food trucks will be on hand, serving up mouthwatering dishes that epitomize the flavors of Baja as well as a beer and wine garden featuring Baja-based breweries and winemakers including Cerveceria Transpeninsular, Momentum Brewing, Baja Brewing Company, Corona del Valle, Cava Maciel, Bodegas F Rubio, along with Local Roots Kombucha. An assortment of custom #vanlife and overlanding vehicles and suppliers will also be showcased, fueling the wanderlust of aspiring explorers seeking their next cross-border adventure. Attendees will also be treated to live music and a chance to win fantastic raffle prizes throughout the day.

Both men brought an end to their presidencies by declining the nomination of their party for another term.

Every four years, the Olympics puts a spotlight on gymnastics. But for boys in many parts of the U.S., it's hard to even find a place to learn the sport.

From the KPBS weekend arts preview: "Promises, Promises," part of the La Jolla Music Society's SummerFest, spotlights the work of composer and cellist Paul Wiancko. For his work "Closed Universe," Wiancko will perform on cello, along with a piano quartet (violin, viola, another cello and piano) and glockenspiel. Wiancko, who is the cellist for the world-renowned Kronos Quartet, wrote "Closed Universe" in 2016 amidst what he referred to as a "news addiction." It's a beautiful, cinematic piece, almost with the breadth and complexity of a symphonic work — save for the undeniable intimacy of the cello. —Julia Dixon Evans, KPBS Details: 3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 13. The Baker-Baum Concert Hall at the Conrad, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla. $43-$85. From the organizers: Prelude Lecture by Karen Koner 2 p.m. in The JAI Schubert’s epitaph reads “Here the art of music has entombed a rich treasure, but even fairer promise.” It is hard, however, to imagine surpassing the last year of Schubert’s life—which produced the most enduring masterpieces in music, including the epic piano trio heard on this concert. Showing tremendous promise at the very start of his composing career, the 18-year-old Dohnányi’s extraordinary first piano quintet caused Brahms to exclaim “I could not have written it better myself.” Paul Wiancko wrote “Closed Universe” as part of an attempt to find beauty and peace in the midst of a bout of news addiction. Program: PAUL WIANCKO Closed Universe for Solo Cello, Piano Quartet and Glockenspiel Alisa Weilerstein, cello Geneva Lewis, violin Teng Li, viola Paul Wiancko, cello & glockenspiel Joyce Yang, piano DOHNÁNYI Piano Quintet in C Minor, Op. 1 Joyce Yang, piano Takács Quartet SCHUBERT Piano Trio No. 2 in E-flat Major, D.929 Inon Barnatan, piano Noah Bendix-Balgley, violin Alisa Weilerstein, cello Related links: La Jolla Music Society website | Instagram | Facebook

Join us on October 22nd at San Diego Made Factory for a captivating evening filled with unity, enchanting music, and embracing Aloha spirit - love and kindness. "Music for Maui: An Intimate Evening with The Filharmonic" is a charity concert fundraiser celebrating these beliefs, offering essential aid to those affected by the Lahaina fires. The event will showcase vocal talents, cultural dance teams, an artist lane featuring local artists, and a delightful array of food options. For those unable to join in person, a live stream will be available to contribute to the Maui Strong Fund. Tickets must be purchased online only. Tickets are limited, so order yours today! Ticket sales will contribute to the Maui Strong Fund, and a portion of the proceeds will be allocated to support a family affected by the situation. Our mission is to support the Maui community and bring positive change through music, art, and culture. Tickets are nonrefundable. Can’t come? Please consider donating directly to Maui Strong Fund. For more information visit: eventbrite.com

Experience why we were voted one of San Diego’s “Great Farmer’s Markets” by San Diego Magazine. The Solana Beach Farmers Market is open every Sunday from 12p.m. - 4 p.m. From organic farmers with nature's finest produce to skilled artisans crafting one-of-a-kind creations, our vendor lineup is a celebration of local talent and creativity.

The legacy of over 2,000 nuclear weapon tests and the two atomic bombs dropped on Japan has had profound global effects. SWANS is a collective including artists Nancy Buchanan, Judith Dancoff, Jane C. Mi, Hillary Mushkin, Sheila Pinkel and elin o’Hara slavick, who mine their personal connections to nuclear physics in artworks that challenge the nuclear state. The group explores the past and future of nuclear proliferation, with explosive visuals that interrogate the legacy of the bomb, nuclear power and uranium mining. Since 1945, atomic bombs have altered global politics, ecosystems and even our biology. Can art alter those landscapes? Come join us at 12:00 p.m. at the Kellogg Library Reading Room for coffee and to attend this workshop and panel!