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California Culinary Arts Institute in Barrio Logan opened its new student-run bistro this month.

The number of people living alone in the U.S. jumped to nearly 38 million. A new study shows people who live alone are more likely to report depression if they didn't have other social supports.

The Lipinsky Family San Diego Jewish Arts Festival JFEST returns even stronger with new partnerships and venues that go from Balboa Park to Downtown, to La Jolla, Encinitas, and Carlsbad, reaching different corners of the county through great artistic programming. The 2023 edition will run from Thursday, June 1 until Sunday, July 16 celebrating three consecutive decades of performances that explore Jewish history, people, and ideas across San Diego with a wonderful schedule that will include virtuoso music, theatre, dance, and fine arts featuring the return of favorites like Grammy-nominated singer and touring band member with the legendary songwriter Leonard Cohen, Perla Batalla in House of Cohen: The Songs of Leonard Cohen and the return of the original theatrical piece Women of Valor, honoring six incredible women and how they have inspired the community. JFEST will also feature a special one-show-only reunion concert of the musical Witnesses, a moving production inspired by the diaries of 5 teenagers who died in the Holocaust. Recognized this year by the San Diego Theatre Critics Circle as “Outstanding New Production” happening at the Lawrence Family JCC in La Jolla. The debut of Eco-Jewish Play Fest, 7 plays. 24 hours to create. 1 night to enjoy! taking place in Coastal Roots Farm located in Encinitas for a full session of short new play creation, as well as The Whole Megillah New Jewish Play Festival celebrating new plays that are “unapologetically” Jewish that will be performed at The Old Globe and Carlsbad’s New Village Arts. Continuing with the theatrical line-up, "Hereville" playing at The Old Globe and New Village Arts involves a time-traveling, monster fighting orthodox Jewish girl. Theatre Dybbuk: "The Merchant of Venice" (Annotated), or "In Sooth I Know Not Why I Am So Sad" is a play from sixteenth century England that touches on how antisemitism and other prejudicial beliefs operate in our world today, to be performed at the Lawrence Family JCC in La Jolla. The Congregation Adat Yeshurun, La Jolla will host the Festival Keynote: Judaism and Art with one of the world’s preeminent Jewish thinker and educator Rabbi Meir Soloveichik. In the musical section of JFEST, Jewish music takes on the flavor of cultures from Spain, Persia, Portugal, Romania, and many more in the 22nd Klezmer Summit: The World of Jewish Music happening at The First Universalist Unitarian Church of San Diego. “Neshama” – Music of the Soul, the community-wide musical concert that celebrates the deep connection of us all and Yale Strom’s "RECORDIALLY YOURS, LOU CURTISS, with a pre-show presentation on Jews and Folk Music at Digital Gym CINEMA, Park & Market, San Diego.

Repeating forms to create emanating light, moving objects and speed were the inspiration for Balla and Severini. Have fun using paint and color to create motion. Join Robin Douglas for appetizers and drinks before creating your own masterpiece. "What is Taste of Art? Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops. Gather with friends in an artistic space designed to amplify your creative side. Join arts educator Robin Douglas, as we dip our toes into the work of celebrated artists over drinks and nibbles, followed by a rapid demonstration of their styles. You’ll then be guided to interpret these artists and create your own singular, spectacular work of art. We’ll help you express your unique style and ensure you have a blast doing it. All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks, and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun!"

When does text become art? How does the use of words in artwork impact the whole? Join us on Friday, June 16 for a discussion on Celia Álvarez Muñoz’s "Home Economics" (1997) and Ed Ruscha’s "Ace" (1962). Then, using a found poetry activity to help spark ideas, incorporate text and traditional or modern calligraphy to create text-and-image-based artwork. Participants may attend this single session and create standalone artwork, or attend multiple sessions. The artwork from this session can be added to a handmade artist’s book during the final session. This workshop is part of Reflections, an eight-session workshop series designed to serve adults 55 and older. Learn from trained Museum educators about Contemporary art, and together with friends, share inspired connections and tell your personal story through art. Only 15 spots available. Can't join us for these dates? MCASD will host additional Reflections series through 2024. Reflections is generously supported by E.A. Michelson Philanthropy.

On Thursday morning, Mike Mills said that it would take "a comet" for R.E.M. to get back together. But on Thursday night, R.E.M. got back together to perform the band's unexpected 1991 hit at the Songwriters Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

Welcome to Le Salon De Musiques — a concert experience unlike any other. You will feel the essence of chamber music. Up-close seating allows you to enjoy music the way it was meant to be shared. Following the concert, meet the artists and fellow concertgoers while savoring a high tea buffet catered by The French Gourmet. It’s an afternoon you will not soon forget, an experience that will enrich your life unlike any other form of entertainment. After 11 years in Los Angeles, we’re providing this unique experience to San Diegans, at the La Jolla Woman's Club. Program | Introduced by musicologist Dr. Kristi Brown-Montesano - E. Grieg: String Quartet No.1 in G Minor OP 27 - M. Moszkowski: Suite for Two Violins & Piano in G - E. Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor OP 16 (Arranged for piano & string quartet) Performed by: Kyle Gilner, Violin, Chiai Tajima, Violin, Alex Granger, Viola, Evan Kahn, Cello, Sung Chang, Piano

"Stillness in Chaos" is an exhibition that invites viewers to discover tranquility amidst chaos. Through vibrant mixed-media paintings, it captures the essence of calmness, urging viewers to embrace the present moment and appreciate the world's beauty. Drawing inspiration from nature, each artwork symbolizes moments of stillness, prompting reflection on our connection with the environment. While celebrating nature's magnificence, the exhibition also sheds light on pressing environmental issues, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding our planet. Ultimately, "Stillness in Chaos" prompts viewers to contemplate their role in preserving the delicate balance of the natural world. Meet The Artist |Aazam Irilian In addition to our regular gallery viewing hours, you may wish to schedule your visit on a day when the featured artist will be present! Make plans to view the exhibit and meet Aazam Irilian on the following dates: • Friday, March 1, 2024 2:00p.m. - 4:00p.m. • Saturday, March 23, 2024 2:00p.m. - 4:00p.m.

Class Description Poetry itself has been around thousands of years. Micropoetry, however, is a relatively recent genre of poetry. Or is it? In this class, The Art of Micropoems, you’ll learn the history of micropoetry, the various forms micropoetry can take, and how to write an effective and powerful micropoem using an economy of words.

Get ready for an electrifying tribute to the iconic love story of Johnny Cash and June Carter! Starring Charles Evans Jr. as Johnny Cash and Caitie Grady as June Carter, “Because You’re Mine” brings to life the timeless hits that defined a generation. From the legendary duets like “Jackson” and “Long Legged Guitar Pickin’ Man” to Johnny Cash’s chart-toppers such as “Folsom Prison Blues” and “Ring of Fire”, this celebration of the extraordinary legacy of these beloved artists will have you singing along and dancing in your seats. Charles Evans Jr. channels the Man in Black himself, delivering the deep, resonant vocals that made Johnny Cash a legend and Caitie Grady’s vibrant energy and pitch-perfect renditions will transport you back to a time when June Carter dazzled audiences worldwide.