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Oumou Sangaré is an internationally renowned and award-winning singer, composer, business pioneer, and activist who champions women’s rights in her native Mali and throughout Africa. Sangaré’s style is wassalou, a popular musical genre derived from folk traditions in the rural southwestern part of the country. She’s earned acclaim for her many recording landmarks, from her 1989 debut "Moussolou", with its traditional wassalou sound; to 1996’s "Worotan", which featured a horn section arranged by funk legend Pee Wee Ellis; to 2009’s "Seya", which won Sangaré the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary World Music Album. Her 2017 release, "Mogoya", featured a collaboration with iconic Afrobeat drummer Tony Allen and was followed in 2022 by the typically eclectic "Timbuktu". Connect with Oumou Sangaré on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Create a professional arm-rod-and-mouth puppet of your very own from Rene Rubalcava, owner and puppeteer of LV Puppet Studio of Las Vegas who learned the art of puppet making from a Jim Henson Muppeteer. In this workshop, we guide you from start to finish as you select, cut, hot glue and assemble the pieces and personality of your own customized puppet. No sewing is required in this workshop. Students bring their puppets to life with their own unique interests and imaginations, and by choice and placement of different face details. Each one is unique! Find your puppet’s voice and learn some puppetry basics. All materials included. Appropriate for ages 12+ or children 6-11yrs if accompanied by an adult. No experience necessary! • Scholarships available • Homeschoolers welcome • Military and sibling discounts

The Carlsbad Oceanside Art League is pleased to announce a call for art for its upcoming youth art exhibition, “Inspire”. It is the 27th annual youth art exhibition and will be showcasing the talents and creativity of young artists from the San Diego County area. The exhibition, titled "Inspire," will feature a variety of artwork, including paintings, drawings, and mixed media pieces, all created by talented young artists aged 8-18. The "Inspire" exhibition represents one of the organization's missions to encourage and support the creative expression of young artists in our community. The exhibition is a testament to the incredible talent and dedication of these young artists, who have poured their hearts and souls into their work. A hosted reception will be on May 13, 2023, between 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Gallery located at 300 Carlsbad Village Dr. Suite 101. Awards and refreshments will be served and free to the public. Related links: Carlsbad Oceanside Art League on Facebook

Sophie's Gallery and Bread & Cie present Skate of Mind - State of Mind, a collection of hand-painted skateboards by artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Artists explored themes of independence while creating personal stories of inspiration places they have visited or wish to visit. Along their journey artists learned new techniques including perspective, composition, texture, color, using different paint mediums and tools. and working collaboratively together. Skate of Mind runs July 6 through August 10. Sophie's Gallery is an art program of St. Madeleine Sophie's Center. All skateboards are for sale and benefit the artists and Sophie's Gallery. Stay Connected on Facebook Bread & Cie St. Madeleine Sophie's Center

Location: North Park Way from Ray St to Granada, PLUS the North Park Mini Park From the organizers: Verbatim Books is proud to present the third edition of the North Park Book Fair! A street fair for book lovers, located right outside Verbatim Books in the heart of North Park, showcasing local San Diego booksellers, small presses, and literary collectives. Over 60 booths of books, zines, and comics as well as literary art, food, live performances and music. Open Mic hosted by @poets_underground_ Limited edition tees & totes printed by @galleryaka Live music curated by @folkartsrarerecords Live readings by local authors...and MORE!!! Don't miss this incredible event that brings together the literary community and book enthusiasts! Poster design by @demandatory Related links: Verbatim Books on Instagram

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents “Color Scheming”, juried by award-winning artist, Stephanie Goldman. The water-based media exhibition runs May 28-July 1, 2023 at our Gallery in The ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station. The Opening Reception is Friday, June 2, 5-8 p.m. with over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The Opening Reception will also feature a special showcase of original art and photography by over 20 creative emerging artists from the Just in Time Foster Youth Group, a non-profit organization that provides services and support to youth that have timed out of the foster care system. The Gallery is open Wednesday - Sunday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Please visit here for more information. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

New albums by Don Toliver and LUCKI take opposite paths to the same calling, an understanding of rap as texture rather than text.

Once Upon a Book Fair 2023 Welcome to our annual author event where you’ll find a book for everyone! Go on a treasure hunt and raid the dragon’s lair! Our first 75 guests who solve the riddle will get a free book! (Many of these books are meant for adults, so parents please use your own discretion.) Saturday, June 3, 2023 California Center for the Arts, Escondido (Directions/Map/Free Parking) Art & Education Studios 340 N. Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025 10 a.m. to 4 p.m Author Readings and Spotlight Interviews all Day Long: 11am: T. Jefferson Parker, San Diego Thrillers 1:15pm: Linda Thomas-Sundstrom, Paranormal Romance 2:20pm: Matt Coyle, San Diego Thrillers Find the list of all participating authors here. No tickets necessary! FREE fun for the whole family!

“The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom” comes out Sept. 26. Nintendo just dropped a surprise trailer.

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with outgoing NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg about his decade in office and the challenges faced by the North Atlantic alliance.