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Art Scene West Gallery is pleased to present new pop/surrealism paintings by San Diego artist Mikey Kettinger, with a gallery reception on Saturday, June 18, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Mikey Kettinger’s work has been featured in museums, galleries, and public art exhibitions around the USA and internationally. Mikey Kettinger is a conceptual pop artist (painting, interactive street art) who emphasizes the creation of experiences over objects, and inspiration over decoration. His life experiences have allowed him to travel and live in a wide range of locations, within a variety of cultures. Born in Miami in 1986, Mikey has also lived in Southern California, Chicago, North Carolina, Italia, Utah and Florida. His academic background includes credits from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, University of Denver, Florida State University, and a Masters of Fine Art from Utah State University, where his area of emphasis was Art integrated with and influenced by Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. (S.T.E.M.) This exhibition of thought-provoking works is representative of a fresh energy and excitement in the Solana Beach Design District, where Art Scene West Gallery is promoting local art creation and collaboration.

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Consider how the body is present through its absence in art by creating a papier mâché mask. We will draw inspiration from Eleanor Antin’s "100 Boots" (1971-1973), the poignant photographic novel with an intriguing journey; David Hammons "Champ" (1989), which highlights the precariousness of success; and My Barbarian’s "Universal Declaration of Infantile Anxiety Situations Reflected in the Creative Impulse" (2013), which incorporates handmade masks, props, and costumes into live performances and video performances. "Reflections" is an art-making workshop series designed to serve adults 55 and older. Session 3: November 10 & November 17 In this workshop series participants will explore how ideas about the body integrate into contemporary art. Through close looking, we will engage with artworks where the body is present, and where its notable absence invokes the body. Each workshop will include an investigation of contemporary art-making techniques and materials. No prior art experience is required. Transportation will be provided, if required. Participants may join one session (two days) or more!

The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in San Diego County rose Monday for the 21st consecutive day, increasing four-tenths of a cent to $5.205.

Sunday, Sept. 10, 17, 24 from 9 a.m. - Noon No experience necessary. Ages 12+ welcome! Instructor Tracey Herriot will introduce students to skills that can be used in all of your future sewing projects. New sewing techniques will be taught each week and when to use them. Sewing techniques include: installing zippers, hemming pants, pockets, Hong Kong seams, how to sew a sleeve (set a sleeve) using different textiles, and much more! Build your own sewing portfolio! All materials provided. Material fee: $10 payable to the instructor at the start of class • Scholarships available • Homeschooler vendors welcome • Military and sibling discounts Visit: sandiegocraft.org/product/sewing-fund1/

The Greater San Diego Music Coterie presents its last concert for the 2023-2024 season, with the Greater San Diego Chamber Orchestra and Chorus, directed by Dr. Angela Yeung, in a performance of Regina Caeli in 11 different musical settings, from its original chant to music composed by Byrd, Caccini, Vivaldi, Mozart, Gounod, Kubik, Garcia, Grassi, Pihert, and Eslava. Admission is free with free-will donation at the performance. Donation via Venmo, Zelle, or by check can be tax deductible.

The series concludes Monday, May 12, with the New Orford String Quartet presenting works by Mozart, Dinuk Wijeratne, and Schubert (Death and the Maiden). Violinists Andrew Wan and Jonathan Crow, violist Sharon Wei, and cellist Brian Manke formed their ensemble with the goal of developing a new model for a touring string quartet: bringing four elite orchestral leaders and soloists together on a regular basis over many years to perform chamber music at the highest level. The Toronto Star has described this outcome as “nothing short of electrifying.” They have seen astonishing success, giving annual concerts for national CBC broadcast and receiving two Opus Awards for Concert of the Year and a 2017 JUNO Award for Best Classical Album. Recent seasons have featured return engagements in Chicago, Montreal, and Toronto, as well as their New York City debut on Lincoln Center’s Great Performers series. All concerts are preceded by a pre-concert talk at 6:45 p.m. and are followed by a reception with the artists in the Sharon & Joel Labovitz Entry Hall. For more information visit: ljathenaeum.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

No experience necessary. Ages 14+ Welcome! Natural dyes are super popular right now, and for all the right reasons. And ’tis the season to learn to dye with plentiful acorns & galls! In instructor Jeanine Ertl’s experiential workshop, you’ll learn the basics of dyeing with both Acorns and Galls, ancient dye-stuffs native to Southern California. You’ll also learn to Shibori dye two gorgeous warm browns and dipping for inky charcoal grey highlights. Learn to create your own creative color and pattern with the bounty of the season. Students will receive: • Instruction on Acorn & Gall Dye prep • Instruction on basic Shibori technique • 2 Natural fiber fabric pieces to Shibori & dye • Fabric samples from each natural dye vat All materials included.

The classic 1962 movie tells the story of a relationship buckling under the weight of addiction. The new Broadway adaptation stars Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Tuesday the state will make $3.3 billion available by July for counties and private developers to start building more behavior health treatment centers.