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Losing a loved one is painful and isolating. We’ve got answers to some difficult questions about grief and free resources you may not have been aware of.

Join us for a celebration of the glorious reunification of the Polish Jewish Republic. “Poland is not yet lost as long as we are alive” is a satirical, futuristic vision of the Polish reality, in which the state of Israel has been destroyed and three million Israeli Jews have returned as refugees to Poland. In this alternative reality, the Polish president is movie star Maciej Stuhr (played by the actual Maciej Stuhr) who himself made the decision to convert to Judaism, inspiring 4 million non-Jewish Poles to follow suit and convert themselves. Poland, now a country with over 7 million Jews, is on the eve of the referendum vote to determine whether Poland will become the new Jewish state. “Poland is not yet lost …” is a provocation exploring both the seduction and dangers of nationalism. It is written, directed and performed by Polish Jews, Dorota Abbe, born in Poland and Michael Rubenfeld, a native of Canada, who play versions of themselves in the performance. Structured much like a political rally, the audience is invited to imagine Poland’s incredible possible future Jewish reality; a world of equality … for all Jewish people. The performance is in Polish with English subtitles. After the screening there will be conversation with the creator, Abbe and Rubenfeld. Visit: A screening of: 'Poland is not yet lost, as long as we are alive!' Yiddish Arts and Academics on Instagram and Facebook

In this class the face is the focus. Using different techniques and mediums, we will find fun ways to approach an often daunting subject. Students will be encouraged to bring photos of family, friends, even pets. We will discuss the best kinds of photos to work with and how to use the ones you have even if they aren’t the best quality. There will be a model for one session, and we will try self-portraiture. This is an interesting way to improve your skills, find some new ones, and have fun while you are at it. Materials: A 9” x 12” pad of mixed-media paper; soft vine charcoal (willow is the best); woodless graphite pencil, 6B, 8B, or 9B (the higher the number the better); pencil sharpener; kneaded eraser. Other materials will be discussed in class, and the instructor will bring some supplies for students to try and share. Max students: 12 Visit: Athenaeum Music & Arts Library

Hosted by: Lorraine Cote This is a small park with great views. There are lots of lovely mature trees, ocean vistas from the west side, playgrounds, and paths as well as plenty of shade. Parking is free and restrooms are available. FREE and Open to All Levels! Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape. How to Participate: Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/ Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun! This is a non-instructional event. Paint to your heart's content and enjoy the dynamic surroundings. Become an Artist Alliance Member: Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: https://oma-online.org/membership/

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At New York City's Tenement Museum, high schoolers explore the American experience through the eyes of one 1860s-era Black family.

As painters, we need to know basic color theory and color mixing to make our work look vibrant and alive. In this class we will explore the four basic ideas behind color and the ways we mix and make it all work for successful paintings. We will deal with primary colors, building blocks for all hues; secondary colors, created from two primary colors; and tertiary colors, formed by mixing a primary and a secondary—as well as hue, value, and color temperature. Our class will create color studies using the classic color wheel. This is about color and color relationships in our compositions. We will do a color study and then a full painting from that study—for example, making a green color chart, then making a painting in greens, or a color chart in earth tones, then a painting in earth tones. There are new exercises for painters who have taken this class in the past. Come join us; all levels are welcome. Let’s explore this informative and exciting subject. We are going to have a lot of fun, along with learning, and you will have charts to refer to for years to come. Materials: Oil or acrylic paint: Titanium White, Cadmium Yellow Light or Pale, Cadmium Yellow/Orange (from the Winton range by Winsor & Newton), Cadmium Yellow Deep, Cadmium Red Light, Alizarin Crimson, Ultramarine Blue, Cerulean Blue Hue (by Winton), Viridian Green Hue, Burnt Umber, Raw Umber, Raw Sienna, Burnt Sienna, Yellow Ocher, Dioxazine Purple, Quinacridone Magenta, Black. Brushes: hog-hair bristles in flats, #2, 4, 6, 8. Other: disposable 12” x 16” paper palette pad; odorless Turpenoid and linseed oil for oil paint; Masterson plastic, 12” x 16” box with blue lid to keep paints moist; soft, thin vine charcoal; 2” blade palette knife (no bigger!); Silicoil jar with spring inside; two tall canisters, one to hold clean brushes and one to hold used brushes; paper towels; 12” x 16” canvas pad; sketchbook. Please email me at sharoncaroldemery@gmail.com if you have any questions. I am always happy to help. Max students: 13 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/

Do you want to see your writing in magazines? Would you like to receive a check for what you write? If your goal is to write personal essays and get paid for them, this is the class for you. We will go through idea generation, how to find publications that are right for your idea, and how to pitch to editors and locate their e-mail addresses. You will finish the class with several ideas for essays, where to pitch them, and with a list of resources to build those bylines! Note: We are offering TWO scholarships for writers who self-identify as having financial need. If you are interested, please contact Kristen at programs@sandiegowriters.org. Thank you! San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Enjoy a dinner inspired by the cuisine of Guatemala, curated by Culinary Director Tim Kolanko, Chef Wesley Johnson, and Chef Tony Coito! ARTIFACT+ CRAFT CAFÉ at Mingei on Instagram

In celebration of the centennial of John Coltrane and Miles Davis, multi-award-winning pianist Emmet Cohen brings together an all-star quintet. Alongside saxophonist Tivon Pennicott and trumpeter Jeremy Pelt, Cohen continues the journey set forth by these artistic geniuses—seeking deeper truths through sound. Join Cohen and his ensemble for a bold, reimagined experience of the music that forever changed the course of jazz. Emmet Cohen on Facebook / Instagram