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A new LJMS commission sees one of the most acclaimed rock guitarists creating a show all about the wild and wonderful world of BUGS! Composer and musician Kaki King is considered one of the world’s greatest living guitarists, known both for her technical mastery and for her constant quest to push the boundaries of the instrument. Hailed by Rolling Stone as “a genre unto herself,” Kaki has released nine albums and toured extensively, presenting in such prestigious arts centers as the Kennedy Center, MoMA, LACMA, The Met and Smithsonian Design Museum. She has created music for numerous film and TV soundtracks, including August Rush and Into the Wild, for which received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Original Score. Now she brings her formidable talents to The Conrad in an exciting and fun show all about bugs, to delight kids and adults alike. For more information visit: theconrad.org Stay Connected on Instagram / Facebook

Nearly 60,000 University of California workers represented by a pair of unions went on strike Wednesday amid continuing contract negotiations, with both unions alleging unfair labor practices and the university accusing them of spreading misinformation and failing to negotiate in good faith.

All are invited to attend the Suraj Israni Memorial Lecture featuring Oscar-nominated filmmaker Sara Dosa on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. on the UC San Diego campus. At this event, meet nonfiction filmmaker Sara Dosa, the director of Academy Award nominated film "Fire of Love," which premiered at Sundance 2022, was acquired by National Geographic Films and nominated for over 40 awards worldwide. The lecture will take place in the Mosaic Building, auditorium #113, located in Sixth College within the North Torrey Pines Living and Learning Neighborhood. The event is free and open to all, and attendees are encouraged to RSVP About the Event Hosts | The Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts developed with a gift from the Israni Family in honor of their late son Suraj. An aspiring filmmaker, Suraj understood the way film has the capacity to inspire social change. After his passing, his family is ensuring their son’s legacy will be carried forward with an endowment commitment that established the Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts at UC San Diego, within the School of Arts and Humanities. The Center promotes research, scholarship, teaching, production, and exhibition of film and moving-image arts, providing access and opportunity for UC San Diego students and scholars to pursue their passion in cinematics arts.

NPR asked researchers, advocates, tax experts, a parent and a public school leader for their thoughts on this first-of-its-kind national voucher plan. Here's what they said.

Born and raised in Monterrey, Mexico, Sonia De Los Santos exudes the joy she sings about. This whole-hearted concert includes songs from her three family music albums: Mi Viaje: De Nuevo León To The New York Island (Parents Choice Gold Award Winner), ¡Alegría! (Latin Grammy Nominee) and Esperanza. Singing in both Spanish and English, Sonia’s music is inspired by various Latin American rhythms like son jarocho, cumbia and salsa, as well as the North American folk traditions from the United States. It’s hard not to smile when she’s sharing some of her favorite things—migrating birds, friendship, chocolate, and anecdotes about growing up in Mexico and realizing her childhood dream of moving to New York. In her highly interactive performances, kids and families love singing along in Spanish and English, dancing in and out of their seats while learning about musical instruments and rhythms from Latin America. Sonia’s messages of finding hope and connection in our global community inspire and excite children and grown ups of all backgrounds. Stay Connected with Sonia De Los Santos! Facebook | Instagram | X

In the fall of 2022, the Humanities Center commenced an ambitious three-year exploration of the connection between the human imagination and the diverse array of landscapes in our world. In the first three parts of this series, we focused on the ocean, the desert and the forest. This semester, we investigate the frozen realms — the wintry worlds of icefields, ice plateaus, glaciers and polar landscapes. Aspects of these strange and dreamlike environments will be showcased in our gallery exhibitions, while in a wide-ranging series of panel discussions and presentations, scholars from a diverse array of disciplines will reflect upon the qualities and the evocative appeal of the earth’s icy regions. Humanities Center, Saints Tekakwitha and Serra Hall, Room 200 February 13 | The Frozen Realms: An Interdisciplinary Introduction and Opening Reception Brian Clack, PhD | Philosophy Ron Kaufmann, PhD | Environmental and Ocean Sciences The Science of Ice and Coldness| February 20 Sue Lowery, PhD | Biology Michael Mayer, PhD | Biology Maren Mossman, PhD | Physics Illume Guest Lecture: Arctic Art Now | February 27 Christopher P. Heuer, PhD | University of Rochester Imagining the Cold in Literature and Music | March 5 Christopher Adler, PhD | Music Fred Miller Robinson, PhD | English (ret.) Lisa Smith | English After Icebergs: Mark Dion and Farrah Karapetian in Conversation with Derrick Cartwright| March 12 Derrick Cartwright, PhD | Art, Architecture + Art History Mark Dion, BFA | Artist Farrah Karapetian, MFA | Art, Architecture + Art History Human Communities in Frozen Realms | March 19 Jennifer Parkinson, PhD | Anthropology Thomas Reifer, PhD | Sociology Meaghan Weatherdon, PhD | Theology and Religious Studies The Fate of the Ice | April 9 Michel Boudrias, PhD | Environmental and Ocean Sciences Colin Fisher, PhD | History Sarah Gray, PhD | Environmental and Ocean Sciences Exploring the Frozen Realms | April 16 Hugh Ellis, PhD | Biology Ron Kaufmann, PhD | Environmental and Ocean Sciences Bryson Patterson | Alum, ‘22 (BA) and ‘23 (MS) For information on parking, visit www.sandiego.edu/parking/parking-information/guests.php

Syrian rebels have entered another major city, in a further blow to President Bashar Assad after they took over Aleppo days earlier.

"Low and Slow," is an art show of 30 San Diego locals celebrating not just the vibrant world of lowriding, but the community that is behind them. This exhibition seeks to explore the artistry, craftsmanship, and cultural significance of lowriders and the lowriding culture. We will have dj's, food, beer, and lowrider cars that are part of the exhibition. Join us from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for opening reception. The art show will be up all month of August until September 7th at Mixed Grounds. For more information visit: ariannaytselle.com Stay Connected on Instagram

Very excited to announce the upcoming Solo Art Show by local artist Adan Castañeda for the next Barrio Art Crawl! Get ready to experience the extensive and unique art work of this talented individual. On Saturday, August 10th 2024, we will be premiering Many of Adan’s latest paintings at CM Curatorial, one of San Diego’s finest galleries located at 2070 Logan Ave. SD Ca. 92113. Doors open at 4 p.m. and the first 25 guests will get a free limited sticker pack. Joining us for the night’s festivities is resident Dj Sholove and a Special Guest Dj Classy Disco providing all the essential beats and vibes for the night. #AhoraesAdan art show will be an epic exhibition compiling of nearly All of Adan’s collection from art pieces he created earlier in his career to the New contemporary paintings he has done for the past year. Adan’s passion for his craft is reflected by the Pure happiness and Love expressed on the faces people viewing his Art. Adan’s visions contain an upbeat and positive view on subjects like street vendors, cosplay, everyday life and Mexican culture Mishmashed with all sorts of themes like retro tech and Mesoamerican artistry. His Revolutionary style expresses the Joy and pride in his heritage so much that it feels contagious to the viewer. In every single painting created by Adan you will find something incredibly original, something extraordinary and something that will make you think and feel in ways perhaps you never felt before. His Art invokes the innocence of the youth, the Love for his Family and Idea that Life can be Fun when you look in the right places. Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of Adan’s artistic journey. #AhoraesAdan ! See you All There. Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The Prince and Princess of Wales will join the King and Queen in granting Royal Warrants — a sort of "seal of approval" — on certain goods and services.