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Nearly two dozen states have passed laws regulating how tech companies collect data from our faces, eyes and voices. It comes as Congress has yet to pass any facial recognition technology.

Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It's a "big bright beautiful world" as everyone's favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family. Visit: https://artcenter.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0SUe000001i029MAA California Center for the Arts on Instagram

Capture the personality of your furry (or feathered, or scaly!) friend in this fun and creative Pet Portrait Workshop! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, Teaching Artist Laurie Evans will teach you techniques to bring your pet to life on canvas. With guided instruction, we'll explore sketching, color mixing, and expressive brushwork to create a unique and heartfelt portrait. Please bring a photo of your pet so that we can help you turn it into a masterpiece! We kindly ask that adults actively participate in this art activity alongside any child under the age of 11. Visit: https://www.hisawyer.com/artreach/schedules/activity-set/1276433?day=2025-03-15&view=cal&source=activity-schedule

Special Event in honor of Juneteenth on June 19 from 6-9 p.m., more info forthcoming! Oolong Presents “Sun Goin' Down” A Debut Solo Exhibition by 2025 UCSD MFA Graduate John Singletary June 6 to 25, 2025 This powerful body of work, four years in the making, introduces Singletary’s haunting, symbolic, and deeply personal paintings to the public for the first time. Singletary’s painting practice delves into memory and myth. Drawing from Biblical and Classical tales, Southern folklore, his family’s spiritual lineage, and the subconscious, the artist channels a visual language steeped in longing, pain, and transformation. His work explores themes of death, love, and fear, and reanimates the sacred and the subconscious through ritualized technique and iconographic reference. “My aim is to make paintings that create a separation from the self and its fears or desires, creating space for thinking.” In “Sun Goin' Down,” Singletary’s technique and process becomes part of the meaning. Through methods such as sgraffito, sfumato, sanding, and scraping, the surface of each canvas evokes a kind of resurrection—a cycle of death and rebirth in oil and pigment. “In moments where I render carefully, there is longing. In moments where I have sanded the canvas bare, a subconscious death has occurred.” Singletary explores Christianity as both salvation and trauma, magic and evil. His paintings pulse with the ghost-like presence of those who came before, and the spiritual residue of Southern Black life. “Painting is alive—a deity that brings the dead back to life and allows what is absent to appear present.” “Sun Goin’ Down” refuses easy categorization. The works are both confession and apparition, echo and invocation. Rich in symbolism yet elusive in narrative, these paintings ask to be felt more than explained. They speak in the language of dreams—where trauma is transfigured into image, and gesture becomes truth. Join us at Oolong Gallery for this artist whose work is already pulsating with the intensity of a masterful voice. Gallery Hours: Wednesday–Saturday from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. | appointments recommended w/ wider availability Instagram

Experience the vibrant energy of Endea Owens and the Cookout, a dynamic ensemble led by the exceptionally talented bassist Endea Owens. Their performances are a joyful fusion of jazz, soul, and global influences, creating a feel-good atmosphere that captivates audiences. Owens, known for her commanding stage presence and masterful playing, often takes center stage with riveting bass solos, while the band members shine with compelling instrumental riffs and uplifting vocal harmonies. The Cookout’s performances are more than just a concert; they are an experience that leaves audiences feeling inspired and connected. Endea Owens’ exceptional talent and impact have garnered significant recognition. She is a recipient of an Emmy, a GRAMMY Award, and a George Foster Peabody Award. In 2019, she was hailed as an Emerging Artist by Jazz at Lincoln Center. Owens has also been commissioned to compose for prestigious ensembles such as the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, where she served as the 2023 MAC Music Innovator. Her debut album, "Feel Good Music," released in 2023, has further solidified her position as a rising star in the jazz world. Endea Owens on Instagram / Youtube

Learn how to reduce your impact on the environment at this zero-waste event, that will be packed with hands-on green activities! You will find environmentally-friendly lifestyle ideas, at exhibits ranging from green energy conservation to how to properly compost food waste. Want even more in-depth knowledge? Bring any item you have that needs fixing—electronics, sewing, mechanical or otherwise–to the Fix-it-Clinic. One of our experts will help you diagnose and fix the problem. Don’t forget to make your way to Bayfront Park Earth-Day style! Opt for your human-powered vehicle (your bike!) and check it at our designated bike-only valet! With dozens of green vendors, live and interactive entertainment, organic food and more, come join the this diverse celebration for the whole community! This FREE event, organized by the City of Chula Vista, welcomes all ages, so gather your friends and family to show Mother Nature some love this Earth Day! Activities: Fix-it-Clinic. Repair extends the life and reduces the environmental footprint of devices, furnishings and objects. Have something that needs fixing from lighting and gadgets to small electronics and mechanical devices? Bring them in! Mend your favorite outfit. Repair road and mountain bikes. One of our experts will help you evaluate, diagnose, and fix it if they can. · Workshops. Upcycle your plain (light-colored) garments and fabrics into original, colorful creations at the Tie-Dye Workshop. Mend garments as well. · Live Entertainment. All-day performances include the Bob Marley tribute band One Drop Redemption and DJ/host DJ A-One, with more entertainment to come. · Dozens of Green Vendors. Everything sustainable and eco-conscious, from home furnishings to jewelry and apparel to garden gadgets, as well as exhibits and booths from local nonprofits. Previous participants have included: the American Lung Association; Big Bully Turf; Cabrillo National Monument; Chula Vista Water Sports and Ocean Connectors with The Kayak Café; Citizens Climate Lobby; Creation Care Ministry; Earth Discovery Institute; Health Education Program; Living Coast Discovery Center; MAAC Project; Otay Water District; Paint N Play; Renewal by Andersen; San Diegans for Gun Violence Prevention; San Diego 350; San Diego Community Power; San Diego Gas & Electric; San Diego Green Building Council; South Bay Sustainable Communities & Y4SF; Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance; System Pavers; Wheelhouse Credit Union; and many more. · Artist Alley. Enjoy the sight of beautiful art creations with environmentally safe art exhibits at the Artist Alley. There will be at least three live painters on-site, and many artists will be present to talk about their works. Some items will be available for purchase. · Kid Zone. Paint or decorate free (one per household) kitchen waste caddies! Make piñatas out of recyclables! Visit live animals and learn about conservation in the Living Coast Discovery Center! Interactive sorting games! Coloring! Conservation corn hole! · Food Trucks. The San Diego area’s most diverse array of food truck options. · Compost Giveaway. Learn about the benefits of compost and take a small sample home. · Free Bike Valet. Don’t forget to make your way to Bayfront Park Earth-Day style! Opt for your human-powered vehicle (your bike!) and check it at our designated bike-only valet! · Refresh Zone sponsored by San Diego Community Power. Next to the bike valet where guests can charge e-bikes and phones in a comfortable area. Interested in being a vendor or sponsor? We would love to have you take part! Let us know your details with the contact form below. Visit: South Bay Earth Day South Bay Earth Day on Instagram and Facebook

San Diegans are paying more for food, housing, medical care, and day care while unemployment ticks up. They’re also witnessing immigration raids at workplaces and schools, the deployment of troops to U.S. streets, and rapid advances in artificial intelligence that threaten job stability.

An agreement with the California Department of Transportation gives city crews access to more encampments downtown. But few people are accepting offers of shelter and support services.

Create your very own fantasy characters and scenery using color, clay, foil, and string. From pixies to dragons, princesses, knights and magical trees: together, we will explore a world of make-believe! **** Students are welcome to sign up for both sessions, but please keep in mind the majority of projects will remain the same. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/kids-1b Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

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