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S Wonderful! ‘S Marvelous! On June 24 & 25, we will celebrate the extraordinary catalogue of songs by George & Ira Gershwin. Featuring tunes like “Someone To Watch Over Me”, “I Got Rhythm”, “Summertime” and so many more, this evening is sure to be remembered fondly by all. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Please join us on Wednesday, August 31 from 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. to celebrate the launch of The AjA Project’s first self-printed publication: "I’m Still Growing" / "Todavía Estoy Creciendo". This zine, created as part of the Compass Program, focuses on the intersections that wellness practices have with art and art making. Special thanks to teaching artists Alejandro Arreguin Villegas, Andrés Hernández, Zachary Fianza, and Stacey Uy, contributing artists May-Ling Martinez, Andrew Alcasid, and Alanna Airitam, as well as inscriptu printing for their support. Students, partners, and other community members are invited to attend and grab the newest volume of the Compass zine. A suggested $10 dollar donation is encouraged, all donations will go towards the printing of the zine so that we can get it to as many students as possible. The event includes an Artist Panel & Still Life Workshop guided by Andrew Alcasid and May-Ling Martinez. The AjA Project will provide all art materials. 20 people limit. Social distance and masks required. Accessibility: The AjA building is wheelchair accessible including multiple restrooms. Our building is on the MTS 13 bus line, closest stop, Fairmount at University. We have one reserved handicap parking space and limited lot parking/free street parking. Compass vol.2 is available in English, Spanish, and hybrid formats for both digital and physical copies. If you have any questions or concerns about attending our events, please contact communications@ajaproject.org, thank you. SOCIALS: Twitter & Instagram

The International Salsa Museum is already making noteworthy moves in New York City. Its founders hope to have a permament space by 2029.

June 10 – Nov. 5, 2023 "Frida Kahlo: Through the Lens of Nickolas Muray," an exhibition of photographic portraits of Frida Kahlo, provides an intimate look at Mexico’s most prolific and well-known female artist. The photographs explore Muray’s unique perspective; as Kahlo’s friend, lover, and confidant. Admission: $0 - $12 Museum Hours: (Please note the Museum is closed through June 9, 2023) Monday – Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursday – Saturday: 11a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Special evening hours on the third Friday of each month: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Visit: artcenter.org/museum (800) 988-4253

Or perhaps Bono and The Edge performed with them.

For more than two decades the convention has drawn people from all over the globe to celebrate Tiki culture.

Although many Alaskan students are familiar with salmon fishing, raising them gives them a new perspective on writing, science, math and art.

From the museum: In celebration of Pride month, The San Diego Museum of Art is partnering with San Diego Pride and Art of Pride to present Expressions of Pride: On the Steps at SDMA. Expressions of Pride is an experience that brings together artists from multiple disciplines including visual artists, musicians, dancers, and spoken word artists to celebrate the diversity of identities and communities encompassed by Pride. In honor of Larry Baza and his dedication to art, the community, and bringing Pride to Balboa Park, the Museum is offering free admission* from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on June 24 for the Expressions of Pride: On the Steps at SDMA. PERFORMANCES BY: DISCO RIOT Gilbert Castellanos San Diego Shakespeare Society Nishi la Tremenda y Sus Aliados ARTIST AND ART-MAKING BOOTHS FEATURING: Art by Betty Bangs, John Keasler, Martin Luera, and other local LGBTQ+ artists Community mural art interactive Public art-making activity with SDMA Educators Performances 4:00–6:00 p.m. Artist and Art-Making Booths 4:00–7:00 p.m. PT Museum steps Related links: San Diego Museum of Art on Instagram San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook

Celebrate the holidays with La Jolla Music Society! Enjoy a cider or a classic hot cocoa while Riford Library’s Youth Services Librarian Katia Graham entertains with a reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas and a local choir performs cherished holiday tunes. Bring a book to donate to the Friends of the La Jolla Library. You won’t want to miss seeing the Wu Tsai QRT.yrd transformed into a Winter Wonderland. This is a free event, but you must RSVP in advance in order to attend. Follow La Jolla Music Society on social media: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Ahmed Alnaouq posts the stories of Palestinians with the organization We Are Not Numbers. Then, he lost over 20 members of his family when an Israeli airstrike hit his family home.