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Perfumed Gloves and Jasmine Fields: How France Become a Fragrance Capital Join us for an evening of art and fragrance! This lecture and interactive session led by art historian and fragrance writer Jessica Murphy will focus on France’s rise to prominence as a center of Western perfumery. The phrase “French perfume” evokes luxury, quality, and sensuality. But how did that association come to be? France’s ascendance as a site of fragrance production from the sixteenth century through the nineteenth century was due to a very specific blend of patronage and politics, as well as a timely mix of trade, technology, and terroir. This lecture will trace the unique chain of events and individuals that ensured the success of perfumery’s specialized craft within French culture and society, from the “Sun King” to the Guerlain family. For the second half of the event, we’ll look closely at several French paintings from the Timken’s collection and pair them with scent, enhancing our visual experience through the sense of smell. Charcuterie & Wine with Dessert Intermission Timken Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

This January 5th, we'll be virtually welcoming photographer, Jorge Sánchez Navarro to our gallery to speak about his work. Our virtual artist talk will be from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. via Zoom meeting. Join the Zoom meeting here. Jorge Sánchez Navarro, is a committed artist who, by meeting the indigenous communities of the State, their leaders and traditional authorities, managed to create links and understood their uses and customs, for which he felt the need to share their culture, for which the Images captured by his lens tell a story that expresses, beyond words, the character of each person portrayed. Related links: The Front Arte & Cultura on Instagram

After LITVAKdance’s Fall 2023 concert, the company will be going on a production hiatus. Don’t miss a celebration of three generations of women choreographers including guest dancemaker and performer, Rebecca Margolick, our artistic director’s mother, Betzi Roe, award winning choreographer Dolly Sfeir, and Mexican choreographer Zuleima Burruel. Related links: LITVAKdance: website | Instagram | Facebook

The former president needs to arrange the money to comply with a New York Court ruling in less than a week, but says he can't find a company to put up the bond.

An exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego downtown features Carmen Argote's thoughtful, disruptive use of materials, chemistry and a walking-based process.

Every Sunday starting March 12, 2023 Boarding at 11:30 a.m. Ship returns to Maritime Museum docks at 4 p.m. The Californian Tall Ship Adventure is a four-hour experience aboard the official tall ship of the state of California. Guests will sail aboard a replica of a gold rush era revenue cutter and learn of the history of sailing and exploration in San Diego, tales of whaling and sea otter trade, local sea battles, the art of the ship’s gunnery, and life at sea. Passengers may join the crew in trimming sails or sit back and watch the crew scamper up and down the traditionally rigged state symbol. Ticket price: $69 - $119 per person. This four-hour sailing adventure also includes general admission to explore all Museum ships and dozens of exhibits and galleries. Self-guided tours can be taken starting at 10 a.m. before the sailing departure or after 4 p.m. when she returns. Museum closes at 5 p.m. Visit: www.sdmaritime.org or call 619-234-9153 x101 Maritime Museum of San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

San Diego Botanic Garden (SDBG) hosts its third annual spring orchid showcase, World of Orchids, running Saturday, March 11 through Sunday, April 9, 2023. The exhibition will be staged in the state-of-the-art, 8,000 square foot, glass-enclosed facility, the Dickinson Family Education Conservatory, by SDBG’s highly awarded Artist-in-Residence, René van Rems, AIFD, who serves as Creative Director for the exhibit for the third year in a row. The floral designs will feature impressive orchid specimens, locally bred hybrids, and rare species plants displayed in unique and unexpected ways. In addition to the many orchids that typically grow in the Garden’s Conservatory, displays will include plants on loan from private growers belonging to two local groups, the San Diego County Orchid Society (SDCOS) and the Palomar Orchid Society, as well as orchids and materials from local businesses. On select days during the exhibition, vendors will offer unusual and unique orchids and merchandise for sale. Admission to World of Orchids is included with the purchase of a one-day ticket ($10-18) and is free to members. For more information, please visit www.sdbg.org/world-of-orchids. San Diego Botanic Garden on Facebook / Instagram / Twitter

The Friends of the Coronado Public Library present Kristin Hannah in conversation with Susan Elizabeth Philips, in partnership with Warwicks Bookstore and the Coronado Cultural Arts Commission. This event is a fund-raiser for the Friends of the Coronado Public Library and a paid ticket is required to enter. Please visit our website for more information.

Pro-Beijing lawmakers fast-tracked the legislation, with tough punishment for acts considered "external interference," insurrection and other offenses.

Fran Drescher, president of the actors' union SAG-AFTRA, says the Hollywood strikes are at an inflection point.