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The San Diego Union-Tribune's community guides team shares their bucket list of free things to do in San Diego during the year. Then, how schedule cuts at Chula Vista High might impact its renowned arts program. And finally, film lovers mourn the closure of a beloved movie theater.

This group exhibition showcases recent works by the talented faculty and staff of the Fine Art department. The artwork on display highlights the creativity and dedication of instructors and staff, who find the time to pursue their studio practice. The exhibit includes an array of traditional and contemporary media, such as painting, photography, installation, sculpture, ceramics, digital art, and more. Participating Artists: Trevor Amery, Jenny Armer, Brian Benfer, Nathan Betschart, Kraig Cavanaugh, Patricio Chavez, Christopher Ferreria, Misty Hawkins, Gosia Herc, Lisa Hutton, Wendell Kling, Chris Lahti, Georgia K. Laris, Alessandra Moctezuma, Amy Paul, Jacqueline Ramirez, Robyko, Chelsea Ruwe, Juan Carlos Toth, Sandra Wascher. Exhibit on view Feb. 10 – March 6, 2025. Join us for the reception: Wednesday, February 12, 4 - 7 pm. Art Gallery FA 103. Light refreshments. Free and open to the public. Free Parking in Lot # 1 STAFF spaces ONLY. Reception Night ONLY. Gallery Hours: 12 – 5 p.m., M-Th or by appointment. Closed Fridays, Weekends & Holidays.(closed Monday, February 17). During regular gallery hours park in the visitor spots or purchase a parking permit at the machines or via de app. Mesa College Art Gallery on Facebook / Instagram / X

This Saturday, March 1, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Learn foldforming and the art of patinas with award-winning metal artist and blacksmith, Pat Downing. In this all-day class, students will learn about safety, tools, and the basic methods of both foldforming and patinas. The class will consist of 3 hours of forming techniques and 3 hours focusing on patinas, with a one-hour lunch break. This is a hands-on techniques class designed to show how one can achieve folds and then apply patinas to finished pieces. In this class, students will work in copper, but the methods taught can be used in almost any metal and size, from jewelry to public art. What to bring: BYF (bring your favorite) hammer & safety glasses, if you have them. If not, you can borrow from ours. Students are welcome to bring a lunch to eat at the studio or nearby, or may purchase lunch nearby (there are many options in Liberty Station). Materials fee of $10 (cash only) to be paid to the instructor at the start of the class and includes copper and patinas. This class is appropriate for ages 18 years and older. No prior experience necessary. All materials included. • Military & first responders discounts • Scholarships available • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.

The songwriter and math professor found a following with his satirical political songs.

The Easter Bunny Arrives – Friday, March 21 Capture a magical moment with the Easter Bunny in Center Court. Guests can reserve a spot in advance or simply walk in for a heartwarming holiday photo. Location: Center Court, Mershops North County Mall Date: Friday, March 21 Reserve your spot View this event on Facebook

For musicians like Rhiannon Giddens and Rissi Palmer, trying to break down doors in the folk and country music scenes has been a long road. A festival in Durham this weekend aims to remedy that.

Of Stardust Live offers innovative pop up Art + Music experiences open to all levels of art exposure! We explore the fusion between meditation, movement, community, and creation in an intimate container. This is a welcoming space to play, create, dream, evolve. The evening will begin with connected breath, coherent heart meditation, and eye gazing and then we will draw our muses. Open new channels of creativity and drop out of the thinking, judging mind, and into the body and its beautiful intuition. It’s not about being a professional artist, everyone has the capacity to create art and tap into their unique way of expressing it. 1-2 live nude figure models will begin with short poses for quick sketches and progress into longer 5-15 min held poses as we go deeper into the practice. Joe Marson will serenade the room during the live sketching and then end the night with a soul/funk/rock dance party! Visit: https://events.humanitix.com/live-figure-drawing-music-event-ft-singer-songwriter-joe-marson

We look at the local exhibits and galleries you can check out for free this weekend. Then our Midday Movies critics share their favorite holiday films for the season, from cozy Christmas classics to festive slashers, in video podcast form.

The Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville, Kentucky, has a new photo exhibit in honor of International Women's Day: "Iconic Women: From Everyday Life to Global Heroes."

KPBS found six San Diego-based artists who are emerging into the comic industry and are either selling, signing or schmoozing in or around the convention.