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She recorded a magical debut album on Blue Note and was later named a Jazz Master by the National Endowment for the Arts.

The 21st Century India Center at the School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS) is hosting a spring mixer event open to students, staff, faculty and friends of the center. The mixer will be held in-person at GPS on the Global Leadership Institute patio (just next to the courtyard). Come mingle with our amazing faculty, staff and students and learn how we are working to drive policy solutions and create actionable change in India and beyond! Visit: The 21st Century India Center Spring Mixer UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy on Instagram and Facebook

Monday's temperatures will mostly be in the mid- to upper 60s on the coast and inland areas, the mid- to upper 50s in the mountains and the upper 70s in the desert areas.

June 16 (at Scripps Research) features the all-star duo of bassist Dave Holland and Lionel Loueke on guitar and voice, playing music from their forthcoming release, "United." Holland makes a long-awaited return to the Athenaeum series, having last performed at the Scripps Research Hall in 2007. Holland’s passion for musical expression of all styles has propelled a career of more than 50 years and earned him top honors, including multiple GRAMMY awards and the title of NEA Jazz Master in 2017. His virtuosic technique and rhythmic feel are widely revered and in much demand. To date, his playing can be heard on hundreds of recordings, with more than 30 as a leader under his own name. Loueke last appeared at the library in summer 2023. A native of Benin, he came to the United States on a scholarship to Berklee College of Music and from there gained acceptance to the Thelonious Monk [now Herbie Hancock] Institute of Jazz in Los Angeles. Praised by his mentor Hancock as “a musical painter,” Loueke combines harmonic sophistication, soaring melody, and conventional and extended guitar techniques to create a warm and evocative sound of his own. The duo of Holland and Loueke embodies a soulful conversation between two masters, merging their unique voices into something beautifully transcendent. The album is a profound testament to true collaboration, beautifully fusing Loueke’s rich West African roots with Holland’s profound influence on modern jazz. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/jazz-25-0616 Dave Holland on Instagram and Facebook Lionel Loueke on Instagram and Facebook

This poetry workshop explores how writing can serve as a powerful tool for self-reflection, growth, expression, and comfort. Through examples of original work, participants will see how poetry can help navigate challenges, capture emotions, gain clarity, and express joy. The first 45 minutes will focus on understanding the impact of poetry and its connection to personal experiences. Participants will then have 45 minutes to write, using prompts designed to inspire creativity and self-expression. The session will conclude with an opportunity to share work, offer constructive feedback, and engage in a collaborative critique to support growth as poets and individuals. Join us for a chance to explore, create, and connect through the art of poetry! Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2025-05-03-exploring-themes-in-our-lives-through-poetry/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

At the National Black Growers Council meeting in New Orleans, Black farmers respond to the $12 billion in tariff relief announced by the Trump administration and outline challenges farms are facing.

Newsom ya ha prometido rechazar una iniciativa de ley que impondría un impuesto sobre el patrimonio del 5% a los multimillonarios del estado para reforzar Medi-Cal. Los legisladores progresistas y sus aliados en los sectores laboral y de la salud parecen tener la esperanza de que Newsom apoye una idea de financiación diferente y poco viable.

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 Please join us for an artist talk with Carlos Castro Arias. He will share a special presentation on his Athenaeum show, The Splinter in the Eye, and how it connects to his career and process. The reception will take at 6 p.m., followed by a lecture at 6:30 p.m. Carlos Castro Arias will be exhibiting his newest project, The Splinter in the Eye, an installation composed of paintings and objects in which the artist reflects about memory, trauma, and elements of the individual and collective identity. Carlos Castro Arias is a Colombian artist, professor, and musician. He received a BA from the Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano, Bogota in 2002 and was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship in 2008 to the San Francisco Art Institute, where he received an MFA in painting in 2010. Castro Arias has been an associate professor at San Diego State University since 2019. In 2022, the Museo Universitario Universidad de Antioquia, Colombia exhibited a retrospective of his work entitled La Vida de las Cosas Muertas (The Life of Dead Things). Most recently Castro Arias has exhibited at Artpace, San Antonio; Bread & Salt, San Diego; LA Galería, Bogota; Quint Gallery, La Jolla, and Espacio El Dorado, Bogota. He has participated in group shows in Sweden, Peru, France, Spain, New Zealand, Mexico and Venezuela. His musical projects include: POPO (2000), Los Claudios de Colombia (2005-2010) and Amor Negro (2020). The artist lives and works between San Diego, Tijuana, and Bogota. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/artist-talks/#artist-talks-castro-arias Carlos Castro Arias on Instagram

The Doan Gala III is a fundraising dinner hosted by The Doan Foundation celebrating art, community, and empowerment. Featuring a live performance by Grammy-nominated artist Frankie J, the event brings together changemakers, creatives, and supporters for dinner, cultural performances, scholarship awards, and inspiring stories. All proceeds benefit The Doan Foundation’s programs, including scholarships, youth art initiatives, and artist grants, creating opportunities for underserved youth and emerging creatives. Dress Code: ALL BLACK Formal | Black Tie Visit: The Doan Foundation The Doan Foundation on Instagram and Facebook

Gov. Gavin Newsom will have to decide soon if renters can fight eviction if their Social Security checks are disrupted during President Trump’s second term.