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Award-winning composer, producer, performer, curator, and UCSD Professor in Computer Music King Britt presents an informative and genre-breaking music travelogue honoring innovators of color who have shaped electronic music’s landscape, spanning genres like Chicago House, Detroit Techno, and Drum & Bass. His course has had many icons Zoom into the class, including Herbie Hancock, George Clinton, Tokimonsta and many more. Registration encouraged In addition to being a sought-after producer, Britt is a leading authority on Afrofuturism in music. His illustrious career includes collaborations with a wide array of iconic artists and creators, such as De La Soul, Madlib, John Legend, and director Michael Mann. His remix portfolio is equally diverse, ranging from James Brown and Solange to Calvin Harris and Dua Lipa. Britt's work integrates modern practices in electronic music with a deep, industry-informed perspective, bridging academic rigor with real-world expertise. He's a recipient of the prestigious Pew Fellowship and has spent over 30 years as a producer, composer, and performer, advancing electronic music on a global scale. Visit our Juneteenth page for more information about the holiday and 2025 library Juneteenth events. San Diego Central Public Library on Facebook / Instagram

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, and Liberation Day, is an American holiday celebrated annually on June 19. It is the oldest, national commemoration of the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the U.S. This year marks the 157th anniversary of when Union Major General Gordon Granger landed at Galveston, Texas, with the news that the Civil War ended and that enslaved people were now free. This announcement was more than two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth offers each of us the opportunity to acknowledge hard truths from U.S. history, celebrate the liberation of the enslaved ancestors of African Americans, and work together to advance racial healing, equity, and justice in our communities. The NAACP has hosted the North San Diego County Juneteenth for over 55 years. This year is particularly notable with it designated as a federal holiday after over 156 years of its existence. Highlights of this year's event promote the importance of education, contributions, and achievement. Highlights of the all-day event are performances, Kidz Zone, Educational - Community Info Outreach, Free Health Screenings, Vaccine Station, Local Artists / Musicians, and Food & Beverage Vendors. Please join us in celebrating the 157th year of liberation and emancipation. Visit: https://www.nsdcnaacp.org/juneteenth North San Diego County NAACP on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate Memorial Day weekend at Del Mar Plaza with Seaside Sessions, a concert series and celebration featuring live music, tequila tastings and breathtaking ocean views. The festivities begin on Saturday, May 24 at 1 p.m. with a special tasting event hosted by Monarch Ocean Pub to mark the launch of Emerald Spear Tequila. Guests are invited to visit Monarch’s multiple bars between 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. to enjoy signature cocktails crafted with Emerald Spear, with proceeds benefiting the SEAL Future Foundation. As the sun begins to set, head up to the Ocean View Deck and take in the scenic seaside views while enjoying live music from talented local artists. From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Albert Hurtado will take the stage, followed by the Irish folk rock sounds of Kirk & Gilly of The Fooks from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. With the sun setting over the Pacific, it’s the perfect place to relax, sip, and take in the coastal atmosphere. In addition to the live music and tequila tastings, locals and visitors can browse the Plaza’s collection of upscale boutiques and galleries, recharge at one of the wellness or fitness studios, and enjoy ocean-view dining at one of their acclaimed eateries. For more information, visit https://delmarplaza.com/. Del Mar Plaza on Facebook / Instagram

The Trump administration wants to make it easier for companies to use drones for business — from delivering coffee to inspecting power lines to working on farms.

A lawsuit challenges a Trump executive order that asks funding applicants to agree to not promote "gender ideology" in their work. The NEA said it would nix the language until the case concludes.

The Police Records Access Project database, now available to the public, contains roughly 1.5 million pages of records from 12,000 officer-misconduct and use-of-force cases in California.

Join us for the reception for Reflecting on Ruth Asawa and the Garden of Remembrance. Mix and mingle with the attending artists throughout the evening. Reflecting examines the legacy of Japanese American incarceration during WWII through the lens of the Garden of Remembrance (2000 - 2002), a permanent public art memorial created by Ruth Asawa and others on San Francisco State University’s campus, honoring the resilience of this community. The artworks in the exhibition range from traditional to experimental in various media and explore ancestry, family histories, lived experiences, and painful memories resulting from Executive Order 9066, issued by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1942. The exhibition includes Mark Baugh-Sasaki, Ruka Kashiwagi, Paul Kitagaki Jr., emerita professor Wendy Maruyama, Lisa Solomon and TT Takemoto. Visit: https://art.sdsu.edu/calendar#event-details/6428f66a-895e-4235-a293-d2bffab61aac/instances/2025-02-06T20:00 Ruth Asawa on Instagram and Facebook

Opening Reception: February 1st, 2025 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. The FRONT Arte y Cultura Gallery (147 W Hall Ave, San Ysidro) Free entrance --- In this exhibition, Nanzi Muro expresses gratitude for the opportunity to present their solo exhibition at The Front Gallery, marking the culmination of her journey in higher education. Reflecting on this experience, she acknowledges both the rewarding moments and the difficult challenges encountered along the way, choosing to embrace the positive aspects. She emphasize the importance of celebrating this milestone in a venue that has long served as a platform for community artists to voice their struggles. The gallery holds deep significance as a space for healing and resilience in the face of life's challenges. The artist is pleased to share her work and to contribute to a community dedicated to ongoing healing, learning, and growth as they embark on the next chapter of her life as an artivist. Visit: What of a Journal | Lleno de Resistencia Solo Exhibition by Nanzi Muro The Front Arte & Cultura on Instagram and Facebook

Los demócratas de California están considerando nuevos mapas políticos que podrían eliminar cinco escaños de la Cámara de Representantes federal que están en manos de republicanos, a la vez que refuerzan a los legisladores demócratas en otros distritos.

The Trump administration has reversed a rule that allowed undocumented immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as kids to buy health insurance on Affordable Care Act marketplaces.