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San Diego stuntman Fernando Jay Huerto talks about mocap work and viral Harley Quinn video.

The San Diego Writers Festival in collaboration with Mingei Museum Community Mondays is delighted to present IMMIGRANT FOODS + STORIES "Gup Shup" event, where cuisine and culture come together for an evening of food tasting and inspiring conversation from some of San Diego’s most salient immigrant voices. Come for the food…stay for the laughter! The panel will include Huda Al-Marashi, author of "First Comes Marriage: My Not-So-Typical American Love Story" and Jane Muschenetz, co-founder of "Table M" and author of "All the Bad Girls Wear Russian Accents," with insightful moderation by Madhushree Ghosh, author of "Khabaar: An Immigrant Journey of Food, Memory and Family." The presentation will also feature a visit with farmers from City Heights’ groundbreaking New Roots Community Farm, recognized by Michelle Obama as “a model for the nation, for the world.” Related links: San Diego Writers Festival website | Instagram | Facebook

Do you want to see your writing in magazines? Would you like to receive a check for what you write? If your goal is to write personal essays and get paid for them, this is the class for you. We will go through idea generation, how to find publications that are right for your idea, and how to pitch to editors and locate their e-mail addresses. You will finish the class with several ideas for essays, where to pitch them, and with a list of resources to build those bylines! Note: We are offering TWO scholarships for writers who self-identify as having financial need. If you are interested, please contact Kristen at programs@sandiegowriters.org. Thank you!

Bruce Heimbach was in the prime of his professional career as an architect/project manager for a large local construction firm when he unexpectedly suffered a massive stroke. After the stroke, he developed aphasia and was not able to communicate his basic needs and wants. Over time, Heimbach made a remarkable recovery and developed a new outlook on life: “Experience the world more visually and less verbally.” Aphasia is the loss or impairment of language. Faculty members from the Department of Speech-Language Pathology will provide a brief overview of what aphasia is and how it can impact a person. Heimbach will share his experience in recovery as well as his art and how it has guided him and shifted his values and priorities. From Heimbach: “This is a new life. All of my efforts now go toward attending speech therapy and to adapting and learning a ‘new’ language. My old (great) job and hobbies are gone; I now ‘enjoy life visually, not verbally.’ I have to use my camera, my pencils and my brushes to try to make diagrams, examples and communications. I want to encourage and inspire others – patients, students and teachers – to slow down and live simply.”

Borrego Art Institute's 17th Annual Plein Air Invitational -- Plein Air starts with a weeklong event, March 6-11, featuring 13 invited artists to paint en plein air culminating in a judging of work and awards. Work will continue to hang in the gallery through April 2. Reception and awards to be held March 11, 2023 from 3-5 p.m. at the BAI Gallery. Invited Artists Include: ‣ Geoffrey Allen, Encinitas, CA ‣ Richard Boyer, Salt Lake City, UT ‣ Kevin Davidson, Orange, CA ‣ Natasha Isenhour, Socorro, NM ‣ Ryan Jensen, Blue Lake, CA ‣ Margaret Larlham, San Diego, CA ‣ Jason Lee, Yorba Linda, CA ‣ Joe Mancuso, Torrance, CA ‣ Patti McGeeney, Del Mar, CA ‣ Robin Purcell, Carlsbad, CA ‣ Stephen Stauffer, Murray, UT ‣ Toni Williams, Carlsbad, CA ‣ Jim Wodark, Orange, CA Click here to check out last years winners!

Join Yiddishland California for the Chanukkah-themed First Friday Art Walk in December! We will be participating in La Jolla’s monthly art walk and will have a variety of artwork and Chanukkah-themed Judaica available for purchase. We will also open a new exhibit by Miriam Libhaber. Join us for drinks, snacks, entertainment, and the opportunity to see wonderful, original artwork. A free parking pass registration form will be sent to guests who register before 10 a.m. on Friday, December 2. When: Friday, December 2, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m, artist’s talk at 6 p.m. Where: Yiddishland California Tickets: Donations are welcome. Drinks and snacks will be provided. Related links: Yiddish Arts and Academics on Instagram

A San Diego librarian shares her reading recommendations for all ages, from picture books to adult books, that celebrate Hispanic, Latina/o/x and Chicana/o/x identity.

The Hillcrest Wind Ensemble presents "Autumn Leaves", on Saturday, October 21st. at Linder Hall at the First United Methodist Church of San Diego, 2111 Camino del Rio South, in Mission Valley. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online or at the door. Join us in the courtyard for complimentary hors d'oeuvres at 6:00 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and concert begins at 7:00 p.m. Under the direction of Artistic Director, Christian Tordahl, the ensemble will perform contemporary pieces evoking an autumnal feel. Music from Rogers and Hammerstein's "Oklahoma" will be a highlight of the evening along with other more reflective pieces. A fabulous bake sale featuring homemade desserts and beverages will be available at intermission. The 45 piece Hillcrest Wind Ensemble is in its 37th. year of performing and is proud to be a musical ambassador for the community as a whole. For more information look us up online at www.hillcrestwindensemble.com.

Imperial Beach residents will welcome a new mayor to city hall in January, as Mayor Serge Dedina returns to his environmental activism roots. In other news, Veterans needing resources can find them all in one place in Vista this weekend. Plus, we have some weekend arts events worth checking out.

Larissa FastHorse is updating the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade to make it "less harmful" to Indigenous people. She's also consulting on a new Peter Pan and has a satire called The Thanksgiving Play.