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Vantage Theatre Presents A World Premiere Production "Best Laid Plans" by Robert Salerno Inspired by a true story, a brilliant young architect has surgery for a brain tumor and wakes up unexpectedly blind. Alone, lost and despondent, he cannot envision a path back to life, much less architecture...Then Beethoven shows up! Featuring Blake Stadnik, the Blind Actor from NBC's hit series "This Is Us" Directed by Sam Woodhouse The Show Runs: Aug. 29-Sept. 22, 2024 Thursday Aug. 29 (ONE Preview) 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Friday + Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Saturday + Sunday at 3 p.m. Located at: Tenth Avenue Arts Center 930 10th Ave, San Diego, California Visit: https://theatrevantage.ticketspice.com/best-laid-plans Made possible in part by a grant from the Prebys Foundation and The California Arts Council and with the support of the Sofia Hotel

Ukraine's parliament passed legislation that will tighten oversight of two key anti-corruption agencies, which critics say could significantly weaken their independence.

In this six week class students ages 13-17 will begin by learning the basics, focusing on 3 essential steps of the throwing process: centering, opening, and pulling. Students will be led in working with ceramics, hand-building and wheel throwing, learning slab construction, pinch pots, surface texture, clay impression and more. Skills: Proper hand placement, sculpting, proper tools knowledge, learn to create functional wares, problem solving All materials are included. Wear clothes that can get messy! Visit: Teen Wheel Throwing (6 weeks) ICA San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

States hold troves of sensitive personal data that were previously never shared with the federal government or across federal agencies. The Trump administration is trying to change that.

In this provoking presentation, Sheri Nasim, President & CEO of the Center for Executive Excellence, helps participants understand how to clarify, codify, and deploy their purpose as a performance accelerator. Drawing on examples from history, the latest research, and client case studies, she helps leaders reconnect to the backbone of what they exist to do. Discover the five levels of organizational purpose engagement and walk away with a roadmap for leveraging purpose as a competitive advantage and performance multiplier.

In this talk, Sherman Heights Community Center (SHCC) Executive Director and Community Leader Daniela Kelly will speak about the importance of place and how spaces can bring together the different elements of the self and community. She will speak of her trajectory through the Southwest/U.S.- Mexico Border and its relevance in creating her sense of self and being. Daniela will also share about SHCC's partnership with Mingei and its current Community Spotlight, a Día de los Muertos altar installation that is on view outside of the Museum from October 10 until November 30. More About Sherman Heights Community Center This conversation will also discuss how in San Diego, the Sherman Heights Community Center acts as a “spatial loom” that weaves together the threads of tradition, history, and culture for its community. About Daniela Kelly Daniela Kelly has over 20 years of work experience in the non-profit sector. A lifelong passion for the arts led Daniela to positions as a Museum Educator at the San Diego Museum of Art and as a Bilingual Director at the Athenaeum Art Center. Daniela currently serves as Executive Director of the Sherman Heights Community Center. At the Community Center, Daniela develops educational opportunities, cultural programming, and strategic partnerships that support the rich cultural traditions of Latino, Chicano, and Mexican-American communities while also enhancing the well-being of the communities served. Daniela earned B.A. degrees in Economic and Spanish Literature from the University of California San Diego. She has an M.A. degree in International Affairs from the School of Global Policy and Strategy, also at UC San Diego. Daniela earned a second M.A. degree from San Diego State University in Art History. In her free time, Daniela enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, seeing art exhibitions, and making chocolate from bean to bar. RVSP Required | Space limited Sherman Heights Community Center on Facebook / Instagram

Join us from March 13-16 for an exciting lineup of special performances, featuring guest acts on March 15 and 16! Come see new attractions, including a wall of lanterns and community art. Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day of including activities in our children's area! Sample a variety of cultural food, or delicious beverages in the popular beer and sake garden, nestled in the lower garden. Don’t miss the chance to shop from our amazing local vendors in the upper garden, and then take a leisurely stroll through the cherry blossom grove. It’s the perfect way to celebrate spring! It is the 20th anniversary of the Cherry Blossom Festival at the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum! Visit: www.niwa.org/cbw Japanese Friendship Garden on Facebook / Instagram

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Art made from U.S Forest Service-engineered wood composite; more Hugo Crosthwaite; "Election"; Gill Sotu; Leila Khalilzadeh Aghdami and more at Art Produce; the final Nat at Night of the year; and lots of live music.

Antonina Khyzhniak, who appeared in stock footage included in a White House Instagram video for the Trump administration's tax bill, responded with a humorous video — and a serious message.

Marco Rubio drew bipartisan support among Senate Foreign Relations Committee members at Wednesday's hearing and appears headed for confirmation under President-elect Donald Trump's administration.