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Eclectic, immersive, and mesmerizing; internationally acclaimed guitarist and songwriter Hiroya Tsukamoto takes us on an innovative, impressionistic journey filled with earthy, organic soundscapes that impart a mood of peace and tranquility. Hiroya is a one-of-a-kind guitarist and composer. Born and raised in Kyoto, Japan, he received a scholarship to Berklee College of Music in 2000. Since then, he has been performing internationally including the United Nations, the Blue Note in New York, and Japanese National Television. Hiroya has released six albums, and won second place in the International Finger Style Guitar Championship in 2022. Visit: Hiroya Tsukamoto Hiroya Tsukamoto on Instagram and Facebook

“The Pleasure of Your Company” concert series, sponsored by Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library, presents presents the Left Coast Quintet, performing music for woodwinds—from classical to jazz, Broadway, movie themes, pop covers, and more on Sunday, December 15, at 2:30 p.m. We thank Sharon and Garry Hays for their generous sponsorship of this concert! There is no charge for the concert, although donations are appreciated to help continue the tradition of bringing fine musicians to perform on special Sunday afternoons for monthly concerts at the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center. Masks are recommended although not required. Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center is located at 10301 Scripps Lake Drive near Miramar Lake. Visit: https://www.leftcoastquintet.com/ Left Coast Quintet on Instagram and Facebook

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents “Finding Nuance”, juried by award-winning artist, Krentz Johnson. The water-based media exhibition runs Dec 1-28, 2024, at our Gallery in The ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station. The Opening Reception is Friday, Dec 6, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. with over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The Gallery is open Weds-Sun, 11a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Visit: https://www.sdws.org/shows.php?ID=24 San Diego Watercolor Society on Instagram and Facebook

Learn to Hem Your Pants or Skirt today! December 8, 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. In this 2-hour intermediate sewing workshop, sewist Paige Plihal guides students through a complete introduction to hemming simple woven pants and skirts. Students will bring items to learn on and hem, exploring how to measure inseam, calculate hem allowance, and finally turn, press and hem their too-long garments. Paige will give a demonstration on a blind hem and hemming denim as well, these techniques will be for discussion only. Students should bring a 2-4 pieces of clothing to explore hemming. Expect to hem one pair of pants/skirt, or potentially more if time allows. Appropriate types of clothing: woven, unlined (NOT knit) garments from stable fibers such as cotton, linen and viscose. No denim or slippery, silky fabrics. This is a beginner class, familiarity with threading and basic functions of a sewing machine is required. This class is ideal for ages 14+ years. Requirement: Students must have sewing experience, be familiar with how to wind/load a bobbin and sew basic stitches, and/or have taken an introductory sewing class at Craft Collective, like Sewing Fundamentals | Meet the Machine or Family & Beginner Sewing 101 | Sewing Machine Basics. • Military and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • Homeschool funds accepted. • If this class is full, join the Interest List. Visit: Sewing Fundamentals | Learn to Hem San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Attention Business Owners! The Port of San Diego is continuing its annual workshop series, How to Do Business with the Port, with the third session on Wednesday, December 18. The third and final workshop, "Meet the Project Managers," will be an in-person only session and is a unique opportunity for business owners to connect directly with Port project managers and waterfront businesses seeking professional services. The Port collaborates with a wide range of vendors and service providers from industries such as construction, project management, engineering, special event services, and more. This workshop is open to all trades and industries, offering insights into how businesses can become successful partners with the Port. We look forward to working with you! WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND: -Stability of multi-year contracts. -Learn about the Port’s needs and upcoming projects, and how your business can help. -Learn how to bid on available business opportunities. -Learn how to receive contract opportunity notifications. -Meet with Port project managers from a variety of departments. -Light refreshments will be available. Visit: https://www.portofsandiego.org/events/port-sponsored-events/how-do-business-port-workshop-3?utm_source=free_event_listing&utm_medium=kpbs&utm_campaign=how_to_do_business_workshop3&utm_id=how_to_do_business_workshop3 Port of San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

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Frustrated with their party's response to President Trump, a wave of young Democrats are challenging incumbents in safe blue districts, hoping to mirror Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's upset win in 2018.