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Once Upon a Frame, a custom framing business and gallery space dedicated to bringing together local North County artists and San Diego residents, invites you to Face First, a solo show featuring painter Brady Willmott. Willmott’s pop surrealism is in dialogue not only with well-known movements like High Renaissance and Surrealism but also 1980s skateboard and New School tattoo styles of art. Jackalopes, rubber duckies, and even his childhood television make guest appearances in edgy compositions where technical virtuosity is paired with a heavy dose of humor. Dive in, his paintings say, but don’t take it all too seriously. Like Brady’s work, Once Upon a Frame invites you to come, experience this small and welcoming corner of the North County arts community, and not take it all too seriously. Generous sponsors Tobin James Wine and Duckfoot Brewing Company will lighten the atmosphere with libations. Cheese and crackers for the kids and the dogs. Date: Dec. 3, 2021 Time: 6pm-9pm Location: Once Upon a Frame Cost: Free

Alex Arango and his 5-piece band will present a night of original music that explores the rhythms and styles that influenced him. His set will include Colombian cumbias and vallenatos performed on the accordion as well as hip-hop and R&B pieces featuring special guest vocalists. It’s an exciting mix of cultural influences and musical experiences. The San Diego Sound Project is a concert series that highlights emerging groups or artists within the San Diego region. The project is supported by an advisory committee that includes GRAMMY Award winning producer and UCSD faculty member Kamau Kenyatta, CSUSM Professor and Center ARTES Executive Director Dr. Merryl Goldberg, Grossmont College Music Department Chair Derek Cannon, Emmy Award-winning composer and MiraCosta College faculty member Christy Coobatis, and Connections Chamber Music Series Co-Founder Bridget Dolkas. The San Diego Sound Project has been made possible in part by The Conrad Prebys Foundation. The Museum's live stream capabilities were enhanced thanks to a grant from the City of Carlsbad's Cultural Arts Office.

The Hillcrest Wind Ensemble presents "A Joyous Celebration," an evening of festive holiday music, on Saturday, December 17 at Linder Hall, at the First United Methodist Church, 2111 Camino del Rio South, in Mission Valley. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online here and will also be available at the door. Join us for complimentary hors d'oeuvres at 6:30. Concert begins at 7:30. Under the direction of Artistic Director, Christian Tordahl, the ensemble will perform the traditional as well as the lighter music of Christmas plus a rousing Hanukkah medley. A fabulous bake sale featuring homemade desserts and beverages will be the highlight of the intermission. The 45 piece Hillcrest Wind Ensemble is in its 37th. year of performing and is proud to be a musical ambassador to the community as a whole. For more information look us up online at www.hillcrestwindensemble.com.

On stage: Nov. 29 - Dec. 4 2022 From Broadway San Diego: All rise for Academy Award® winner Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prizewinning masterwork. The New York Times Critic’s Pick TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is “the most successful American play in Broadway history. It has not played to a single empty seat” (60 Minutes). Rolling Stone gives it 5 stars, calling it “an emotionally shattering landmark production of an American classic,” and New York Magazine calls it “a real phenomenon. Majestic and incandescent, it’s filled with breath and nuance and soul.” With direction by Tony Award® winner Bartlett Sher, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD — “the greatest novel of all time” (Chicago Tribune) — has quickly become “one of the greatest plays in history” (NPR). Rating: Recommended for ages 13+. Please note guests under age five are not permitted to enter. All guests entering the theater, regardless of age, must have a ticket. Related links: Broadway San Diego event and venue information Broadway San Diego on Instagram "Scout from the 'To Kill A Mockingbird' film now plays the racist neighbor onstage" (NPR)

Join Timken Museum of Art for a Virtual Talk! Throughout art history, artists have utilized specific imagery to convey messages. Sometimes these references were subtle, but oftentimes they would resonate with viewers. Masterpieces from the Timken collection will be examined to explain this concept. This event is held online via Zoom. Date: Jan. 27, 2022 Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm Location: Virtual Zoom Link Cost: Free For more information on this event and zoom link registration please visit HERE!

Manzanita Concert Series is pleased to welcome back lutenist Eric Dickerson to present his concert program, The Lute in the 18th Century. SDSU Master of Music Eric Dickerson will perform virtuosic works by Sylvius Leopold Weiss and Johann Anton Logy on his 13 course Baroque lute. Free-will donations support the artist. Click here for the latest on our concert season and to subscribe to our monthly newsletter.

The North Coast Symphony presents “Holiday Gems”, a performance of festive holiday music, on Friday, December 16, 2022, 7:30 p.m. at the Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive, Encinitas. The concert will include "The First Noel, Around the World at Christmas Time", "Christmas at the Movies", "Toccata on Carol of the Bells", "Music from FROZEN", and more. Celebrating its its 75th year, the orchestra is conducted by Daniel Swem. Admission: $12 general, $10 seniors/students/military, $30/family max. For tickets and information, visit here! Follow North Coast Symphony on Facebook!

WHEN: Saturday, December 3, 2022 from 12 p.m. - 9 p.m. WHERE: La Mesa Blvd. btwn. Spring St. - 4th St. in the heart of downtown La Mesa The 7th annual La Mesa Holiday in the Village will once again be ringing in holiday cheer for everyone far and near! La Mesa Village friends and family will have the chance to take part in FREE festive fun with live music, cozy fires, craft vendors, food, holiday photo opportunities including selfies with Santa, and a kids’ area bigger than Santa’s Toy Shop! This year’s locally loved La Mesa Holiday in the Village will feature more entertainment, more vendors, and an inclusive holiday experience for ALL AGES to enjoy! Get in the holiday spirit while playing carnival games, listening to carolers, and enjoying delicious food and drinks from La Mesa local favorites. Walk the streets of La Mesa’s historic downtown while exploring dozens of local craft vendor stands, then cozy up with artisan and craft food and snack specialties. Friends and family can relax by the fire pits while enjoying holiday caroling, cheerful holiday music, and fun live entertainment from local schools, clubs and more! La Mesa’s FREE Holiday in the Village will turn everyone holly and jolly with a full lineup of entertainment including traditional holiday songs and music, local bands, and community performances. Stop in and enjoy the holiday cheer at La Mesa’s Holiday in the Village for an amazing day that comes but once a year! Come to Holiday in the Village ready to shop, dine, and bask in La Mesa’s joyful atmosphere as this honored tradition transforms the town into a winter wonderland for the whole family! The LMVA is also coordinating a Holiday Storefront Decorating Contest to create a festive atmosphere for visitors this holiday season! The community can vote on their favorite decorations from December 1 - 16, 2022! Ballot boxes will be at a variety of locations, or we'll have online voting! Stay Social! Facebook & Instagram

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