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In celebration of Women’s History Month, we are highlighting distinct works by two artists, Jennifer Anne Bennett and Jeanne Dunn. In the gallery, their large-scale canvases envelop us with the omnipresent beauty of Nature. Bennett’s animated brushstrokes and sumptuous color-washes coax luminous landscapes into being. Inspired by the healing experience of Japanese "forest-baths" (shinrin-yoku), Dunn paints a sensual arboreal space using vibrant hues and quasi-representational forms. Join us for the reception and meet the artists on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, from 4 – 7 p.m. Visit the gallery website Mesa College Art Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

Viet Thanh Nguyen's children's book, "Simone," tells the story of a young Vietnamese American girl whose life is uprooted by a wildfire and how she finds comfort in art.

A house is more than a container for the things we spend a lifetime collecting, storing, arranging, and insuring. It is the repository of our memories, the life we spend there. We will make an accordion book with text and images of your home and/or family members or ancestors that reflect your perceptions, memories, family relations, and personal history. The structure of the pages will reflect the book’s subject, with openings that represent doors, windows, and the movement from room to room inside a house. Materials: Cutting knife, stylus (for scoring), sharp pencils, a good eraser (Pink Pearl is good), glue (UHU glue stick or PVA & brush or small roller), 12” ruler, scissors. In addition, you will want to bring room layout drawings, photographs, and/or black-and-white-on-paper printouts of your home or other drawings of the interior or exterior (sizes to be emailed once you have registered). Optional/recommended: 12” centering ruler, bench hook with cutting mat (9” x 12” cutting mat size is ideal), bone folder. Materials for the pages and cover will be provided to create the books. If you do not have personal images or drawings, images relating to “house-ness” will be available for completing the book. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/class/72 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

This eight-week workshop style course introduces students to a popular and fun printmaking technique of silk screen. No prior experience in printmaking is necessary. Students will create vibrant, multicolor prints using water-based silk-screen materials while exploring their own style and applying this popular method to their own imagery. The direct, on-screen stencil techniques, such as screen filler/drawing fluid or wax crayon, as well as indirect, photo-emulsion methods of drawing on Mylar will be shown, and digital file preparation will be explored. A stencil monotype-printing and mixed-media approaches will be covered. Students will learn how to set up their own DIY studio and will learn all aspects of preparation, setup, and production of fine art prints. Materials: Ink and studio materials will be provided. Students are responsible for paper and screen frames. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/class/71 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

The 69-year-old actor and veterans' advocate had been scheduled to receive the prestigious Sylvanus Thayer award at an official ceremony and parade on Sept. 25.

Jeff Lemire explores his career arc, the road to successfully delivering Essex County and other comics to the public, in a new graphic memoir.

Create beautiful handmade jewelry! Choose from two upcoming dates: March 30, 2-4:30 p.m. -or- May 25, 2-4:30 p.m. Join Suzanne Balestri to learn the basics of Fused Glass and create your own glass jewelry to keep for yourself or give as a gift. This fun workshop offers a perfect introduction to Kiln-Formed (fused) glass for beginners, and allows those who have worked with glass before to hone their abilities and finesse their skills. You will learn how fused glass differs from other forms of art glass, how to use the various tools involved in creating glass art, and how to cut and grind the glass you will be using in your wearable art project. Using a colorful array of glass and pre-fired adornments, you’ll construct abstract or representational designs to be fashioned into earrings, pendants, rings, cuff links, even belt buckles! Each student will have plenty of space in the kiln for several items! Your pieces will be fired in a glass kiln to completely fuse each design into one solid piece, and will be ready for you to pick up the following week. Workshop fee includes pre-workshop instructional videos, all glass, equipment, and kiln firing of several pieces. This workshop is recommended for All Skill Levels – Ages 13 and up. Children 8+ years welcome with adult. Beginners welcome! • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified.

Two Legends. One Stage. One Unforgettable Night. Join us for a powerful tribute to two of rock’s most iconic artists—Eric Clapton and George Harrison—brought to life by two exceptional bands: SlowHand and By George. From Clapton’s blistering blues licks and heartfelt ballads to Harrison’s transcendent songwriting and spiritual soundscapes, this concert spans decades of groundbreaking music. Experience hits from Cream, The Beatles, Blind Faith, the Traveling Wilburys, and both artists’ solo careers—all performed live with passion, precision, and deep reverence. SlowHand channels Clapton’s guitar mastery and genre-bending legacy. By George celebrates Harrison’s lyrical soul and sonic innovation. Together, they create a night of music history you won’t want to miss. Visit: https://events.humanitix.com/clapton-harrison-tribute SlowHand on Instagram and Facebook By George on Instagram and Facebook

Prepare your bellies because the College Area Business District is to announce the 2nd Annual Taste of College Area, happening on Sunday, September 28, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come experience the flavors of one of San Diego’s most vibrant and evolving culinary neighborhoods. From globally inspired dishes to craft brews and artisan coffee, this event highlights the incredible variety offered by local restaurants, pubs, and cafes, throughout the College Area. To help you make the most of your tasting adventure, complimentary Old Town Trolley rides will be running along the event route taking attendees from stop to stop. The event will span El Cajon Boulevard from 54th Street to 73rd Street and the SDSU campus, turning the entire area into a feast for the senses. General Admission tickets are $40 in advance (plus a service fee) and $45 on the day of the event. VIP tickets are available to guests 21 and over for $50 (plus a service fee), which include access to discounted drinks at select “oasis” bars and pubs, along with a commemorative Taste of College Area shot glass (while supplies last). Take advantage of early bird savings with promo code EARLY20 for 20% off through July or EARLY10 for 10% off through August. Plus, groups of 10 or more automatically receive a 5% discount that can be stacked with promo codes for even more savings. Don’t miss this flavorful celebration of food, culture, and community. Mark your calendar for a culinary adventure like no other at the 2nd Annual Taste of College Area! Visit: https://events.com/r/en_US/tickets/taste-of-college-area-san-diego-september-981182

This eight-week workshop-style course builds on the introductory course and is recommended for students with prior screenprinting experience. Students will create vibrant, multicolor prints using water-based silk-screen materials while exploring their own style and applying this popular method to their own imagery. This class will focus on digital image applications, transparency preparation, halftone methods, separations, and advanced registration techniques. A variety of mixed-media approaches will be covered. Students will continue to explore how to set up their own DIY studio and will learn all aspects of preparation, setup, and production of fine art prints. Materials: Ink and studio materials will be provided. Students are responsible for paper and screen frames. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/class/70 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook