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Opens at MCASD Nov 20, 2025 – May 24, 2026 A Campbell’s soup can, a Phillips 66 sign and even a light bulb are easily recognizable images of a mid-century art movement called Pop that challenged the traditions of fine art by using imagery from popular and mass culture. "A Decade of Pop Prints and Multiples, 1962–1972: The Frank Mitzel Collection" marks the public debut of Southern California-based collector Frank Mitzel’s gift of more than sixty Pop Art prints to the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. Assembled by Mitzel over the course of three decades, this vibrant collection offers an impressive and valuable survey of Pop’s growth across the United States, England, and Europe during an era of rapid transformation. Pop Art emerged in London and New York in the mid-to late 1950s in response to the simultaneous exuberance and unease of the postwar period. “Pop artists were among the first to embrace printmaking specifically as a democratic medium, one that enabled them to reach broad audiences—and thus was truly popular—while courting associations with the commercial culture that inspired the work,” explained Senior Curator Jill Dawsey. Pop artists then turned to advertising and mass media, embracing bright hues, flat graphics, and rapid legibility. “In our own moment of heightened spectacle and media saturation, Pop’s commercial imagery may evoke nostalgia for the products of years past; Coca-Cola, Marlboro, Phillips 66 gasoline, and Campbell’s soup all appear in the Mitzel Collection,” added Dawsey. The Mitzel Collection bolsters MCASD’s existing holdings of artworks by Richard Artschwager, Christo, Jasper Johns, Roy Lichtenstein, Robert Rauschenberg, and Niki de Saint Phalle. It also introduces several new figures—especially from the heyday of British Pop, such as Peter Blake, Richard Hamilton, Gerald Laing, and Joe Tilson—not to mention the Icelandic-born, Paris-based Erró. The focused compendium of prints and multiples that Mitzel assembled tells a fuller and more nuanced story of Pop Art, and with it, of an eventful era. “In spite of its focus on a single art movement and a single decade, the Mitzel Collection is remarkably wide-ranging, reminding us that Pop Art itself was multifaceted, like the culture that inspired it,” Dawsey added. Mitzel, a future landscape designer, was born in Detroit in 1958 and began collecting Pop Art in 1990, around the time his husband, Bob Babboni (d. 2016), retired and the couple moved to San Diego. Living in proximity to Los Angeles and its galleries, and traveling frequently with Babboni, Mitzel developed a keen interest in Pop. He launched an informal but rigorous self-education, reading extensively and befriending a Los Angeles art dealer who shared guidance and insight. Drawn to Pop’s visual language—derived from comic strips, television, and consumer goods—Mitzel recognized echoes of his youth. “I’m a boomer,” he says with a laugh. Mitzel was also primed to appreciate Pop through his exposure to mid-century U.S. literature, particularly that of the Beat generation. A colorful catalog for the exhibition, produced by MCASD, is available at the Shop@MCASD and includes an insightful essay by MCASD Senior Curator Jill Dawsey entitled, "Fast Cars and Open Roads: The Frank Mitzel Collection," which introduces the exhibition. VISIT: MCASD La Jolla, 700 Prospect St, La Jolla, 92037 / www.mcasd.org

Learn to throw ceramics on a wheel! Sundays, November 2, 9, 16, 23, December 7, from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Learn the fascinating and ancient art form of ceramics with Meg, a full time potter, in this 5-week wheel series. Whether you’re a beginner or intending to deepen your relationship, all are welcome to experience the world of clay in this fun and friendly environment. By focusing on techniques to confidently create functional and aesthetic pottery, we will learn creative design, how to throw on the wheel, trimming and glazing! Projects will be ready to pick up 3-4 weeks after the last class. Beginners welcome. Ages 16+ years We recommend that each student bring an apron to wear and an older towel or a cloth rag. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Social Media: Facebook | Instagram

The Trump administration Thursday proposed two rules targeting hospitals that treat transgender children and youth using Medicare and Medicaid as the lever. The move would affect trans youth who have private insurance, too.

Join us for a concert-lecture by pianist Daniel Beliavsky while he explores and performs well-known works by Chopin, Scriabin, Rachmaninoff, and Shostakovich. Through performance and discussion, Dr. Beliavsky will demonstrate how these artists, each inhabiting unique musical, philosophical, and political trajectories from periphery to mainstream, contributed enormously to the pillars of Western modernism. Program: Frédéric Chopin (1810–1849) - "Nocturne" in E Minor, op. 72, no. 1 (1827) - "Ballade No. 1" in G Minor, op. 23 (1835–1836) - "Nocturne" in B Major, op. 32, no. 1 (1837) - "Polonaise" in A-flat Major, op. 53, (“Heroic”) (1842) Alexander Scriabin (1872–1915) - "Étude" in C-sharp Minor, op. 2, no. 1 (1887) - "Étude" in D-sharp Minor, op. 8, no. 12 (1894) Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873–1943) - "Prélude" in C-sharp Minor, op. 3, no. 2 (1892) - "Prélude" in G Minor, op. 23, no. 5 (1901) Dmitri Shostakovich (1906–1975) - "Prélude and Fugue No. 1" in C Major, op. 87 (1950) - "Prélude and Fugue No. 24" in D Minor, op. 87 (1951) About Daniel Beliavsky Daniel Beliavsky, Ph.D., is an educator, concert pianist, music theorist, composer, and filmmaker. He has performed in Europe and throughout the United States both with orchestra and in recital. Notable engagements include concerto performances with the Milwaukee and New Jersey Symphony Orchestras and the Moscow State Symphony Orchestra. His discography includes the world-premiere recording of composer Lukas Foss’s complete piano works, early works by Donald Harris and David Del Tredici, and music by J.S. Bach, Domenico Scarlatti, Franz Schubert, Frédéric Chopin, and Modest Mussorgsky. Beliavsky’s recordings are available on all major streaming services. Beliavsky produces music documentaries through his production company, Opus1films, which in 2011 released "Sonata (1957)," a film about the distinguished American composer Donald Harris’s opus one, the Sonata for piano, and about Harris’s early career in Paris. That film was shown at Lincoln Center in New York City and was broadcast on public television. More recently, Beliavsky completed "Secret Music and Gay Body of Music," a feature film and a short film respectively, about Pulitzer Prize–winning composer David Del Tredici and the social and cultural impact of his music. These films have won multiple accolades and have been screened at film and music festivals, including QFest Houston, Berlin Shorts, and the Wisconsin Film, Mostly Modern Music, American Music, Lonely Seal International Film, Toronto LGBTQ+ Film, San Diego International Film, Rotterdam Independent Film, and San Francisco Arthouse Short Festivals. Recently, Secret Music was screened at Lehigh University and the University of Missouri–Kansas City. Additionally, Beliavsky has been producing educational videos for the San Diego Opera on the operas the company is showcasing during the 2024–2025 and 2025–2026 seasons. These videos may be found on both the SDO’s and Beliavsky’s YouTube channels. Now Chair of the Fine Art and Music Department at Yeshiva University in New York City, Beliavsky has been a visiting professor of music theory, piano performance, aesthetics, writing about music, and history at several universities, including The City College of New York, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, Stern College, Montclair State University, The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music, Mannes College, and New York University. Tickets: $35/$45/$12 The concert-lecture will be in person at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library. There are no physical tickets for this event. Your name will be on an attendee list at the front door. Doors open at 7 p.m. Seating is first-come; first-served. Priority seating will be given to Donor level members and above. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

SD Small Business Forum Presents the 10th Annual IB Halloween Market The SD Small Business Forum is thrilled to announce the return of one of the South Bay’s favorite fall events — the 10th Annual IB Halloween Market! This spook-tacular celebration will take place on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, at 829 Seacoast Drive, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This fun-filled, family-friendly Halloween market brings together the best of local vendors, community spirit, and festive fun. Attendees can look forward to: Trick-or-Treating for kids of all ages Shopping with local artisan vendors Raffles and giveaways Music Come dressed in your Halloween best and join us for a day of ghoulish delight and community celebration. Whether you're looking for unique handmade goods, spooky sweets, or just a fun afternoon by the beach — there's something for everyone! Vendor Opportunities Available: Local artisans and small businesses are invited to be part of this vibrant community event. For vendor inquiries, please contact: ibartisanmarket@gmail.com Let’s make this 10th anniversary event the biggest and best yet! Contact: SD Small Business Forum ibartisanmarket@gmail.com Follow us on social media for updates, sneak peeks, and vendor highlights! Instagram / Facebook

A university report found a sharp rise in first-year students lacking high school math proficiency. At UCSD, where more than half of undergraduate students are pursuing STEM degrees requiring math coursework, that's a problem.

Two upcoming dates: Sunday, October 26, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. - or- Saturday, Nov. 22, 9 a.m.-1p.m. Learn to make a basket made from long leaf pine needles, using waxed Irish linen, an assortment of beads or other embellishments, starting with a stone center. Topics to be covered include the differences between pine needle types, preparing the needles, waxed Irish linen, basket centers, embellishing your basket, and how to start and how to finish your basket. Students have the option to weave a basket, a pendant, or an ornament. Basket Weaving is a wonderful way to recycle from nature and is also a meditative activity. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome. $15 material fee payable to the instructor at the start of class. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts: Email us for more information. • Scholarships available: Click here for an application. • Homeschool funds accepted: Click here for enrollment details. • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Social Media: Facebook | Instagram

Travel disruptions continued across the country on Sunday, with over 1,600 flight delays and nearly 500 cancellations.

Imagine a place where the thrill and joy of dance is truly accessible to all — this is the heart of Dynamic Inclusive Dance (DID, an expansion of WDO Wheelchair Dancers Organization). Every year, DID/WDO hosts an annual showcase fundraiser to share their talented dancers with the greater San Diego dance/arts community while raising critical funds to support their mission-driven work. This year’s SHINE + SOAR Showcase features choreographic themes of joy and hope! Join us in fundraising to celebrate 17 YEARS of artistic empowerment through the transformative power of inclusive dance! - Who: Dynamic Inclusive Dance (Wheelchair Dancers Organization) performers - What: SHINE + SOAR 2025 Showcase Fundraiser - When: Sunday October 05, 2025 (12 p.m - 3 p.m., 11 a.m. doors open) - Where: Champion Ballroom Academy (4255 Ruffin Rd #200, San Diego, CA 92123) - Tickets: $15 at the door – but visit our website for discount ticket deals! - Website: https://www.DynamicInclusiveDance.org DID/WDO notable performances include the San Diego County Fair and Jason Mraz Foundation’s Kaleidoscope. DID/WDO offers classes (in-person and online) in styles such as Ballroom, Latin, Bollywood, Hip Hop, Afro-Caribbean Fusion, Ballet, and more – and DID/WDO continues to provide reduced-cost access to our inclusive classes through scholarships and tuition waivers! Visit our website for our class schedule: www.DynamicInclusiveDance.org DID/WDO has been offering inclusive, physically integrated movement opportunities to all ages, abilities, and mobilities since 2008. Our story began with Beverly Weurding, who was 55 when she was diagnosed with Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy. In order to continue pursuing her lifelong passion for dance, Beverly founded Wheelchair Dancers Organization to create and share inclusive classes and performance opportunities with the greater disabled community. DID/WDO’s artistic empowerment continues to impact hundreds of lives today. Wheelchair Dancers Organization is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Wheelchair Dancers Organization on Facebook Dynamic Inclusive Dance on Instagram

The comet could be older than our solar system. The comet is also distinct because nickel vapor was detected in the gas surrounding it.