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Join us for our Modern Calligraphy workshop for beginners, where you will learn the art of hand lettering using a traditional pointed dip pen and ink with a contemporary approach. Many people find Modern Calligraphy attractive to learn because it allows them to create beautiful, fun, and hand-crafted letters that are unique and personal. Modern Calligraphy is often characterized by its use of thick and thin lines, giving the letters a dynamic and expressive quality. Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages. Space is limited, so be sure to register early. Note: This is a two-part workshop. The uppercase alphabet will be taught on a separate date, and you will need to purchase the ticket separately. Instructor: Claudia Strenger Who should attend? This class is encouraged for students of all levels, including someone who has never taken a calligraphy class before. Traditional calligraphers who would like to learn modern calligraphy techniques. Lefties are welcome :) In this 3-hour session, we will cover The basics of pointed pen calligraphy How to create thick and thin strokes with a pointed pen Materials included Beginner calligraphy pen Calligraphy nibs Sumi ink Cancellation Policy All workshops are non-refundable. However, tickets can be easily transferred to another person by emailing the name and email address of the new participant to design@strengerstudio.com Visit: https://www.strengerstudio.com/product/uppercase-modern-calligraphy-for-beginners-workshop-sept-7-/312?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Strenger on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for our Modern Calligraphy workshop for beginners, where you will learn the art of hand lettering using a traditional pointed dip pen and ink with a contemporary approach. Many people find Modern Calligraphy attractive to learn because it allows them to create beautiful, fun, and hand-crafted letters that are unique and personal. Modern Calligraphy is often characterized by its use of thick and thin lines, giving the letters a dynamic and expressive quality. Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages. Space is limited, so be sure to register early. Note: This is a two-part workshop. The uppercase alphabet will be taught on a separate date, and you will need to purchase the ticket separately. Instructor: Claudia Strenger Who should attend? This class is encouraged for students of all levels, including someone who has never taken a calligraphy class before. Traditional calligraphers who would like to learn modern calligraphy techniques. Lefties are welcome :) In this 3-hour session, we will cover The basics of pointed pen calligraphy How to create thick and thin strokes with a pointed pen Materials included Beginner calligraphy pen Calligraphy nibs Sumi ink Cancellation Policy All workshops are non-refundable. However, tickets can be easily transferred to another person by emailing the name and email address of the new participant to design@strengerstudio.com Visit: https://www.strengerstudio.com/product/lowercase-modern-calligraphy-for-beginners-workshop-sept-6-/311?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Strenger Studio on Instagram and Facebook

Join in the joy of live, up-close storytelling--the original social media. Tellabration!™ is a worldwide synchronous celebration of storytelling. Our Ocean Beach storytelling concert reflects on the theme of "In a Grain of Sand". This phrase is parsed from a poem by William Blake--"To see the world in a grain of sand". Come hear members of Storytellers of San Diego interpret and expand on the theme with humor, empathy and pathos. Tales are personal, original, folkloric, literary. The storytellers are Marilyn McPhie, Jim Dieckmann, Emily Stamets, Patchwork Story Theatre (Patti Christensen and James Nelson-Lucas,) Carol Jaksa, JT Moring with guitar, Aunt Li-Anne, and David Schmidt. Stories are designed for ages twelve and up. Visit: https://www.sandiegoreader.com/events/2024/nov/16/storytelling-tellabration-b519d6f2/

Though the FDA narrowed criteria for the shots, many people still want them, to avoid illness and protect vulnerable family members. Some are turned down at the pharmacy or have to jump through hoops.

On Friday, July 4, head to Grand Social for an evening of unforgettable celebration at Red, White & Brews Night with Cedrice performing. Savor delicious wood-fired cuisine and enjoy lively entertainment in a festive, relaxed atmosphere. As the sun sets and the canyon begins to glow, gather on the lawn for the evening’s highlight: a spectacular, eco-friendly drone show beginning at 9 p.m. Watch as hundreds of choreographed lights dance across the sky, creating a dazzling display without the loud booms—perfect for families, kids, and even pets. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the canyon, it’s a truly magical way to celebrate Independence Day. Grand Social at Fairmont Gran Del Mar on Facebook / Instagram

The biggest event in classical music returns to San Diego, June 20-29. The Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival, led by Maestro Michael Francis, is the largest gathering of concertmasters and principal players from the nation’s top orchestras, who come together in San Diego every summer to form one remarkable orchestra for a limited six-concert series. This year, the orchestra will return to two La Jolla venues where it first held performances in 2023: the UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater and The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center. Featuring musicians from top U.S. orchestras including the New York Philharmonic, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony, Cleveland Orchestra, Philadelphia Orchestra and more, Mainly Mozart’s All-Star Orchestra is the only orchestra of its kind in the country. The 2024 Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival Program Mozart Piano Concerto 21 & Beethoven 6 Thursday, June 20, 2024 | 7:30PM UCSD Amphitheatre (Outdoor) MOZART: Piano Concerto No. 21 BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 6 Soloist: George Li, piano Mozart Symphony 31 Saturday, June 22, 2024 | 7:30PM UCSD Amphitheatre (Outdoor) MOZART: Symphony No. 31 SAINT-SAËNS: Danse Macabre GABRIEL FAURÉ: Fauré Requiem Featuring: San Diego Master Chorale | Erica Petrocelli, soprano Gran Partita Matinee Sunday, June 23, 2024 | 3:00PM The Conrad, La Jolla (Indoor) MOZART: Serenade No. 10 “Gran Partita” Tchaikovsky's Serenade Tuesday, June 25, 2024 | 7:30PM The Conrad, La Jolla (Indoor) BRITTEN: Variations on a Theme of Frank Bridge, Op. 10 TCHAIKOVSKY: Serenade, Op. 48 Mozart & Gulda Thursday, June 27, 2024 | 7:30PM UCSD Amphitheatre (Outdoor) MOZART: Symphony No. 38 in D Major GULDA: Concerto for Cello and Wind Orchestra Soloist: Robert DeMaine, cello Closing Night Saturday, June 29, 2024 | 7:30PM UCSD Amphitheatre (Outdoor) BRUCH: Scottish Fantasy MENDELSSOHN: Symphony No. 3 Soloist: Stefan Jackiw, violin When: Thursday, June 20 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm | UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater Saturday, June 22 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm | UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater Sunday, June 23 | 2:00pm - 3:00pm | The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center Tuesday, June 25 | 6:30pm - 7:30pm | The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center Thursday, June 27| 6:00pm - 7:30pm | UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater Saturday, June 29 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm | UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater Where: June 23 and 25: The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center | 7600 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 June 20, 22, 27 and 29: UC San Diego’s Epstein Family Amphitheater | 9500 Gilman Dr, San Diego, CA 92093 Tickets: Festival 6-concert, 4-concert, 3-concert and 2-concert packages are passes now on sale at https://www.mainlymozart.org/2024-fest-sales. Early Bird Prices available now through Feb. 29. Prices increase March 1. Mainly Mozart on Facebook / Instagram

The 24th annual Kyoto Prize Symposium will be held March 12-13, 2025, featuring talks from the 2024 Kyoto Prize laureates, John Pendry for Advanced Technology, Paul F. Hoffman for Basic Sciences, and William Forsythe for Arts and Philosophy. The event is free and open to the public.

On Monday's show, we discuss the emotional challenges of early motherhood and pregnancy, including postpartum depression and pregnancy loss.

Check out the films that left our staff in awe this year — from cinematic spectacles to heartfelt comedies.

The Trump administration's stiff tariffs on Chinese imports are prompting economists to lower their forecasts for economic growth in China. A trade fair in the city of Guangzhou is feeling the impact.