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The Witches' Tower is a small, mysterious structure at Presidio Park. It has a curious history, but more importantly, it's the (outdoor) site of a string of multi-genre performances curated by Matraca Tapes and Burn All Books this Saturday afternoon. Washington-based interdisciplinary artist Max Nordile will play a solo saxophone set, as will local Ryan Ebaugh. Other performances and literary readings will feature Nick Bernal, Max Turner Oestreicher, Reoh Dail Dirt and the Vesper Bridges Trio. Expect weirdness and genuine creativity. Details: 3 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 7. Witches' Tower, 2752 Presidio Dr., Presidio Park. Free/donation based. Related links: Burn All Books on Instagram Matraca Tapes on Instagram

"Many Happy Returns" Co-created by Monica Bill Barnes and Robbie Saenz de Viteri Light Box Theater at Liberty Station, presented by San Diego Dance Theater Performances: Friday, March 11 at 8 p.m. Saturday, March 12 at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets: $12 students $15 general Tickets here. About the performance: Monica Bill Barnes & Company is thrilled to return to San Diego Dance Theater/Light Box Theater to workshop their newest show. Many Happy Returns brings us back to the theater to celebrate what it means to gather. Created by Robbie Saenz de Viteri and Monica Bill Barnes, "Many Happy Returns" combines language and movement that reflect back on the internal interactions that populated our pandemic minds and celebrate the awkward first steps as we move forward and decide again, who do we want to be now? Many Happy Returns is a work in progress, much like ourselves in this moment, and will change with each performance based on the audience each night. "Many Happy Returns was an absolute artistic balm in these complex times. I have never worked on a piece of art that has been so connected to the current moment, that was able to meet the nervousness and complication of gathering in space with a generous, open, celebratory spirit that moved audiences to tears...It was so moving to watch the audience experience the joy of the piece, the reminder of why we gather, why we share art together, and to be reminded myself..." --Lisa McNulty, Artistic Director of New York City's Off Broadway theater, WP Theater Related links: Monica Bill Barnes on Instagram San Diego Dance Theater on Instagram San Diego Dance Theater on Facebook

The all new Del Mar Antiques + Art + Design Show organized by Dolphin Promotions will be held from Friday, January 14 to Sunday, January 16 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Bing Crosby Hall and feature nearly 60 quality dealers from California and across the U.S. The Del Mar Antiques + Art + Design Show will present nearly 60 premier exhibitors offering a broad range of quality antiques including fine antique furniture, silver, paintings, bronzes, weaponry, porcelain, Asian antiques, antique and estate jewelry and watches, pottery, lighting, crystal, prints, rugs, rare books, textiles, posters, toys, dolls, vintage designer clothing and accessories, crystal and porcelain repair, and much more! Get tickets here! For more information including a list of exhibitors visit www.delmarantiques.com or email info@dolphinfairs.com. Dolphin Promotions can also be reached at 708-366-2710 or 954-202-1955.

From the museum: Oceanside Museum of Art celebrates the storied career of the Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist, Don Bartletti with an exhibition featuring photography captured throughout his over 40-year career. Don Bartletti: Elusive Moments-Enduring Stories will open January 22 and run through May 1. From the artist: “My approach to photojournalism lies somewhere between cultural anthropology and a scavenger hunt. Before I step out of the newsroom or my front door, I’ve already spent minutes, hours, days, weeks, or sometimes years of research on a subject. I’m focusing long before I pick up the camera. Planning can be as simple as reading a weather report or as complicated as understanding causes and consequences of international migration. Even if I know when the sun will set in Carlsbad or where emigrants will cross the U.S./Mexico border, the essential story-telling moment is inevitably hiding in plain sight. That’s where the “scavenger hunt” comes in—but it’s not a game. It’s a purposeful search for emotions, personalities, circumstances, and moments that will beg the viewer to critically question or simply appreciate what they see in the picture." — Don Bartletti (read more via OMA) Related links: Oceanside Museum of Art on Instagram Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook

Starting in January 2023, UC San Diego Park & Market's Intersections events offer new, diverse takes on traditional idea and forms in a variety of disciplines, from artistic performances to educational lectures. Upcoming Intersections events include a concert series curated and hosted in partnership with leading ethnographer-artist Yale Strom at The Guggenheim Theatre at UC San Diego Park & Market, located in downtown San Diego’s East Village. Scheduled Intersections Concerts in 2023: January 27, 2023, 7 p.m., The Guggenheim Theatre, UC San Diego Park & Market: “6 & 88 featuring Irving Flores, Tina Chong & Joshua White” World-renowned San Diego pianists Irving Flores, Tina Chong & Joshua White, who have never performed together before, will share the stage for an exploration of the piano through jazz, Latin and classical music. Get tickets here. Yale Strom will host and conduct a Q&A with the artists after their performances. February 16, 2023, 7 p.m., The Guggenheim Theatre, UC San Diego Park & Market: “Samir Chatterjee Trio” Samir Chatterjee, a virtuoso tabla player, will perform Indian classical music with his trio, featuring Paul Livingstone on sitar and Suman Laha on other Indian stringed instruments. Get tickets here. Yale Strom will host and conduct a Q&A with the trio after their performance. March 10, 2023, 7 p.m., The Guggenheim Theatre, UC San Diego Park & Market: “Spain and Beyond: Adam Del Monte, Guitarist Extraordinaire” Billed as one of the leading flamenco and classical guitarists of his generation, Adam Del Monte will perform a selection of flamenco and classical guitar pieces, in addition to his own compositions. Get tickets here. Yale Strom will host and conduct a Q&A with Mr. Del Monte after his performance. April 12, 2023, 7 p.m., The Guggenheim Theatre, UC San Diego Park & Market: “Gilbert Castellanos Quintet” Guadalajara-born and San Diego-based jazz trumpeter Gilbert Castellanos will give the audience a grand tour of jazz a’la John Coltrane. Get tickets here. Yale Strom will host and conduct a Q&A with Gilbert after his performance.

Join in stirring the communal story pot for the New Year with members of Storytellers of San Diego! This is the time to stir your soul with stories of levity and gravity with members of Storytellers of San Diego, Jim Dieckmann, JT Moring with guitar, Mindy Donner and more. Expect folkloric, personal and literary stories--told Moth-style--no notes Enjoy delicious, hot java in an eclectic setting. Suited for ages 12 and up. For more information visit site! Follow on Facebook!

Join us for a FREE, all ages, monthly vegan market at Grossmont Center. We’ll be celebrating the vegan lifestyle with all-vegan eats, sweets, drinks, goods, and music! May celebrates First Friday Night Market's 5th year of bringing together the best vegan vendors from across Southern California for the country of San Diego. Site offers unlimited parking! Most vendors bring at least one gluten free menu item!

Join us for a FREE, all ages, monthly vegan market at Grossmont Center. We’ll be celebrating the vegan lifestyle with all-vegan eats, sweets, drinks, goods, and music! San Diego's premier vegan night market since 2018, organized by local non-profit Vegan in San Diego, brings together the best vegan vendors from across Southern California. This March celebrates the good fortunes of St. Patrick! Site offers unlimited parking! Most vendors bring at least one gluten free menu item!

Join us for a FREE, all ages, monthly vegan market at Grossmont Center. We’ll be celebrating the vegan lifestyle with all-vegan eats, sweets, drinks, goods, and music! San Diego's premier vegan night market since 2018, organized by local non-profit Vegan in San Diego, brings together the best vegan vendors from across Southern California. This February celebrates My Vegan Valentine with vendors and treats we're sure you'll love. Site offers unlimited parking! Most vendors bring at least one gluten free menu item!

Tiny Home & Nomad Living Festival Tour tiny houses, van conversions, skoolies, backyard cottages (ADUs), shipping container home, adventure rigs and more! Meet the builders and people who are living and traveling tiny every day. Shop the Simple Living Marketplace. Enjoy a variety of vendors who will guide you to minimize your clutter, debt, and carbon footprint. Information & Inspiration. TinyFest features a weekend full of speaker presentations and panel discussions to help kick start your tiny living journey. Live music, entertainment, food trucks, and fun! TinyFest is bringing together like-minded people who value the ideals behind building small and living large!! Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram