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"FOUND ADRIFT" |Timeless new works inspired by an 1876 seaweed scrapbook" Ron Miriello has created an extensive series of art pieces and installations called "Found Adrift | Timeless new works inspired by an 1876 seaweed scrapbook." Nature was frozen in time, in an exquisite collection by a young woman from Searsport, Maine. Tucked away in a trunk for almost 150 years, it was rediscovered by Richard Rydell, a local collector and lifelong friend of Ron’s. The intricate beauty captured in the original specimens inspired the artist during a visit to Maine in 2023 and became the subjects for his extensive new collection of works on canvas, textiles, video, and lithographs – all in service to the stunning, hidden beauty of nature itself. "Found Adrift" is presented in collaboration with World Design Capital San Diego Tijuana 2024, a year-long international showcase of cities using creativity and design to enhance quality of life and bring communities together. ABOUT THE EVENT: A special opening of "Found Adrift" will be held for ONE NIGHT ONLY in San Diego’s dynamic Barrio Logan Arts District. The former Woodbury School of Architecture building is being transformed into a creative collaborative called Studio Culture, where 50+ artwork pieces will be exhibited, including a video created by Rome-based photographer Renato Cerisola, along with DJ music, a local food truck, beer, coffee and great people like you! The exhibition opening is free and open to all friends of design, nature and the arts. Friday, December 6 | 6 – 10 p.m. 2122 Main Street, San Diego, CA 92113 Plenty of secured off-street parking is available. Important Note: The opening event on December 6 will be the best opportunity for the public to view "Found Adrift." Afterwards, the exhibition will be available by appointment only until Feb. 1, 2025. ABOUT THE MOVEMENT: Why Seaweed Scrapbooks? During the Victorian Era, collecting seaweed and pressing samples into scrapbooks was a popular women’s pastime, particularly in England. In fact, Queen Victoria herself is said to have made seaweed albums as a young girl. While the world was abuzz with Darwinism and other scientific discoveries, “seaweeding” was one of the few socially acceptable ways for women to explore the natural world. Now, a century and a half later, these long-lost scrapbooks are finding new life, meaning and relevancy for collectors, climate scientists and artists like Ron Miriello. Thanks to one unknown woman who lovingly and meticulously preserved her collection of humble seaweed, we can rediscover the timeless beauty of nature while learning from the past with "Found Adrift." ABOUT THE ARTIST: Ron Miriello Ron is an artist and designer who has never stayed in his lane–never wanted to stay in a lane. A career in graphic and product design, a sculpture minor from Colorado State University and years of schooling and traveling in Italy, have helped Ron seek possibilities in unexpected places. “Projectizing” is a word he uses to explain a tendency to crash ideas together, ideas that may hold a fresh thought or nuanced perspective. His design and art pieces usually unfold as a series of studies and variations. He then moves on to prototypes, motivated in large part by simple curiosity. This sketch/prototype/assess-after approach also serves as a progenitor for fine art projects. He invites intentional playfulness on the fuzzy dividing line between design/craft and art. In the words of W.H. Auden, “A craftsman knows in advance what the result will be, while the artist only knows when he has finished.” A cultural appreciation of artisans and craftspeople is a connecting thread to Ron’s work. The lost, forgotten or once-valued are reconsidered in an artful manner, to give pause and the opportunity for renewed perspective.  Ron Miriello on Instagram / Facebook

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From San Diego FC: SDFC fans can celebrate the launch of SDFC’s inaugural home jersey from Dec. 13-15. The weekend kicks off on Friday, Dec. 13, with fans getting the first chance to purchase the jersey at Eighteen Threads, San Diego FC’s official retail shop at Mission Valley Mall – before it’s available anywhere else in-store. The festivities culminate on Sunday, Dec. 15 at the home of SDFC, Snapdragon Stadium, with the Chrome Ball Cup, featuring 5v5 tournaments for men’s, women’s, and youth teams, with cash prizes for the winning teams in each division. Fans in attendance will also have the opportunity to purchase their inaugural home jersey on-site at the Chrome Ball Cup. A special Koy Sun-designed logo patch and T-shirt will be available at Snapdragon on Sunday. Chrome Ball Cup San Diego - 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Snapdragon Stadium Thrive Park 5v5 Soccer Tournament: Divisions – Mens, Womens Elite, Womens Open, Youth (2011-2018) DIRECTV Players Lounge San Diego FC Chrome Ball SDFC Merchandise Trailer – Inaugural Home Kit Available for Purchase Partnership Activations Soccer Darts Food Trucks, DJ Beto, Future is Color+ more! San Diego FC on Instagram

This 2-hour afternoon session is led by Instructor Deb and Liz who will show you how to make a holiday-themed 8-ounce soy wax candle and equip you with all the basic candle-making skills. All the necessary materials are provided, and the class is suitable for both beginners and experienced candle makers. You'll walk away with a renewed appreciation for the solstice celebration and a skill that you can take pride in and express your creativity through. Reserve your spot today and learn the art of candle making in the coziest of settings! Candle Making classes on Classpop! are designed to be fun, social events. Feel free to purchase wine or beer at the venue to enjoy during the class. Visit: https://www.classpop.com/candle-making-classes/32493/make-cozy-holiday-candles Classpop! on Instagram and Facebook

The winner of two Olympic gold medals and five consecutive world championships, Button died Thursday in North Salem, New York, at age 95.

Sim Bruce Richards drew from his respect for Louis Sullivan, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Irving J. Gill to design homes, commercial buildings, and sacred spaces of wood, glass, and adobe across San Diego County. His passion for Native American, Aztec, and Mayan culture, as well as Japanese architecture, landscape, and craft, greatly influenced over 200 projects unique to our region. Wishing to create living and working environments that delight all the senses, Richards imbued a number of his projects with built-in art by James Hubbell, Rhoda LeBlanc Lopez, and others. This presentation unveils his architectural spirit through tales of Richards’ unique client-architect relationships. About the presenters: Presenters include Dr. Mark Hargreaves, Rector of St. James-by-the-Sea in La Jolla, Hallie Swenson an architectural designer in San Diego, Keith York, an architectural writer and real estate agent specializing in architect designed homes, and independent curator Dave Hampton. Hargreaves, author of The Sacred Architecture of Irving J. Gill. (2023), was inspired by a lifelong interest in the visual arts to complete a master's degree at The National Gallery and King's College in London on the topic of Christianity and the arts. Since moving to San Diego, he has had a keen interest in capturing the architectural history of San Diego. Hallie Swenson studied traditional architecture and urbanism in England at University of Buckingham, the architectural history of England at the University of Cambridge, King's College, and Roman architecture at the University of Notre Dame, Rome. She contributed an essay to Clive Aslet’s book The Academy, which celebrates the work of renowned traditionalist architect John Simpson. A native San Diegan, Keith York, is an expert on the city’s postwar modernist movement in architecture and design, writing frequently on the subject. For KPBS, he produced documentaries and feature reports on architects Irving Gill and Richard Requa and artist-craftsman James Hubbell. He has served as a volunteer, donor, curator and consultant to the San Diego Architectural Foundation, San Diego Museum of Art, La Jolla Historical Society, San Diego History Center, Oceanside Museum of Art, Balboa Art Conservation Center and Save Our Heritage Organization (SOHO). Tickets: $16/21 The lecture will be in person at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library. There are no physical tickets for this event. Your name will be on an attendee list at the front door. Doors open at 7 p.m. Seating is first-come; first-served. This event will be presented in compliance with State of California and County of San Diego health regulations as applicable at the time of the lecture. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/hargreaves-24-1030 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

President Trump invoked the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 against Tren de Aragua members, provoking a legal fight. Here's what to know about the controversial law, which was last used during World War II.