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Recent years have seen an upswing in people playing tennis (or at least dressing like it). But it's not just a phase. The sport — at least some version of it — has been around since medieval times.

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 9:30 a.m. –12:30 p.m. March 14, 15, and 16 (3 days, 9 total hours of instruction) La Jolla Studio Follow your imagination and the patterns in fabric scraps as you combine them with painted paper, cutouts, and paints. This is a chance to recycle many colorful leftovers into fantasy creations. Compositional forms will be explained with a focus on movement and repetition. During the first class meeting, Susan will demonstrate techniques for preparing paper and gluing items smoothly, and she will provide some fabric scraps for your use. She will be working on a mixed-media collage while in class. The following classes will be used to complete a larger work using still life or photographs as inspiration.   Materials: Fabric scraps, paper,* acrylic paints, 11” x 14” canvas (or larger), gesso, brushes, clear acrylic medium, copies of old photos, magazines for collage, scissors. Useful additions: Rags, scraps of foam-core, corrugated cardboard, mat board, colored pencils, soft pastels, oil pastels, India ink, watercolors. *Paper for the base of the artwork needs to be at least 100 lb. Pick no smaller than 16” x 20”. Various sizes and types of art paper (Arches cover, Stonehenge, Bristol) are good. All kinds of scrap paper and wrapping paper can be used in the mixed-media art piece. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/16 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Sky Falconry offers unforgettable experiences free flying trained birds of prey to the glove while learning about raptor biology, the ancient art of falconry, and wildlife conservation. Participants engage in hands-on interactions with hawks, falcons and owls, learning about the history and practice of falconry, while witnessing the incredible flight abilities and innate behaviors of raptors. Join one of our many falconry classes to connect with majestic birds of prey in the stunning natural setting of our private ranch, with gorgeous views of San Diego County. Our immersive falconry adventures not only deepen your appreciation for wildlife but also foster a unique bond between human and bird. Visit: Sky Falconry Experiences with Hawks, Falcons and Owls Sky Falconry on Instagram and Facebook

The State Department is warning U.S. diplomats of attempts to impersonate Secretary of State Marco Rubio and possibly other officials using technology driven by artificial intelligence.

Sunday–Tuesday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. March 30 – April 1 (3 Days, 15 total hours of instruction) AAC Art Studio This class will focus on the basics of encaustic painting, a technique using heated beeswax mixed with pigments that allows for rich textures and vibrant colors. Beginner basics include learning to do the following: Use encaustic equipment (griddle, heat gun and torch) Fuse encaustic mediums for a smooth appearance Create depth by layering Embed small (dried) objects and collage elements Excavate to reveal underlying layers Materials: The $75 material fee includes wood-panel supports, R & F encaustic medium;, some R & F wax colors, heated palette, some brushes, heat guns, torches, some collage materials, images, things to embed; mark-making tools, gloves, scissors. Optional: you may bring to class an apron, mask for face if sensitive to the smell of heated wax, paper towels, tracing paper, your own mark-making tools, dried botanicals to embed. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/59 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

On this 3 mile, easy-paced book club run, we explore several of the institutions and public places funded by Ellen Browning Scripps’ philanthropy. It wasn’t until 1900, when she was 61 years old, that she moved to La Jolla and would begin her philanthropic endeavors. The New York Times estimates she gave over $44 million in 2023 dollars before she died in 1932. A champion of many causes, Scripps funded institutions to support women’s education, the labor movement, and public access to science, the arts, and education. During the route for this Read & Run on the Road event, created and led by Chelsey Stone, we’ll stop at several different locations Ellen Browning Scripps funded and finish for a post-run discussion with historian Carol Olten at the La Jolla Historical Society. Visit: Read & Run on the Road: Running Tour of Ellen Browning Scripps

The Goodguys shows are for all Hot Rod and Classic Car fans alike. Whether it's your first show or tenth trip out we are very excited to have you come out for the day or stay for the whole weekend! Over 2,500 Rods, Customs, Classics, Muscle Cars and Trucks thru '97 Goodguys AutoCross - Featuring Five – 4 car "Duel in Del Mar" Shootout Indoor Car Show - Including Street Rod d'Elegance Competition Nitro Thunderfest Dragster Exhibition Burn Out Competition Swap Meet & Cars 4 Sale Corral Kids Make and Take Saturday 1pm / Sunday 11 a.m. Kids Zone - Free Arts and crafts, games, prizes & more! All American Sunday welcoming American made or powered vehicles of all years All event features subject to change. Visit: https://www.good-guys.com/dmn-spectator Goodguys Rod & Custom on Instagram and Facebook

Martin Cooper changed the world when he invented the portable phone. The Motorola company’s four-pound box has evolved into a global army of powerful smartphones weighing ounces.

Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. April 5 (1 Day, 6.5 hours of instruction) AAC Print Room Everyone enjoys receiving “real” mail. Even better is the wonderful surprise of receiving a handmade card to treasure. We will make simple cards with leaf prints, as well as more intricate cards with interesting folds. Making cards is a great way to relax, offers a straightforward creative outlet, and produces beautiful items to share with friends and family. Materials: Cutting knife, stylus (for scoring), sharp pencils, a good eraser (Pink Pearl is good), glue (UHU glue stick or PVA & brush or very small roller), 12” ruler, scissors. Optional/recommended: 12” centering ruler, bench hook with cutting mat (9” x 12” cutting mat size is ideal), bone folder. Materials will be provided to create the cards and make envelopes for them. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/75 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Tuesday–Thursday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. March 25 – 27 (3 Days, 18 total hours of instruction) La Jolla Studio Geoff begins all classes with lessons in watercolor handling, notably the relationship between brush mixture and paper moisture and the concept of connection. During the daily demonstrations, the class will cover color mixing, brush handling, and contour drawing skills. Painting from life gives you the opportunity to observe directly from nature different forms of light and surfaces. There will be a focus on impressionistic interpretations of fruit and flowers through the use of watercolor techniques to express form: wet on wet, wet on dry, dry brushing, splattering, lifting, and most importantly adding water. Ideally students will learn to see nature in a new way. Materials: Geoff will share a materials list after registration. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/19 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook