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Learn to Weave in the Round! Sunday, June 15, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Join Instructor Jess Pickering for a circular weaving workshop where you’ll create a one-of-a-kind woven wall hanging. In this Sunday class, you’ll learn both basic and intermediate weaving techniques such as tabby stitch, rya, and soumak, while exploring texture, color, and composition on a circular hoop. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, Jess will guide you through the process to bring your unique vision to life. All materials are provided—just bring your creativity! No experience necessary. Ages 15+ welcome! Materials included. This workshop is part of Craft Collective’s 2nd annual Fiber Fest! Join in the main day of festivities on Saturday, June 14th, for a day filled with fiber fun! It’ll be a vibrant celebration of natural textiles and sustainability, bringing together fiber artists, artisans, sustainability advocates, and local farmers. On June 14th, we’ll host a live demonstration of sheep shearing, more live artist-artisan demonstrations, interactive craft for families, artist vendors, food and more. This event is designed to build community within the Southern California Fibershed, showcasing the journey of natural textiles from sheep to finished fabric. Learn more here! • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted Visit: Circular Woven Wall Hanging Workshop San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Fiber Fest Drop Spindles! Sunday, June 15 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. We are excited to offer this fun woodworking workshop on Sunday for Fiber Fest! Join us for a morning of fiber & woodworking friendship and camaraderie. This workshop is geared for fiber enthusiasts, menders, and beginners interested in making their own drop spindles for spinning yarn. This is a special offering in conjunction with Fiber Fest, a 3-day celebration of wool as a sustainable material. This 3-hour woodworking workshop will acquaint students with a woodturning lathe, its parts, the tools needed, safety tips, tool sharpening techniques and how to shape wood on a lathe. The class will consist of students learning to round a piece of square stock, learning the four basic cuts and turning a drop spindle as their take home project. Ages 16 years and older. All materials included. This workshop is part of Craft Collective’s 2nd annual Fiber Fest! Join in the main day of festivities on Saturday, June 14th, for a day filled with fiber fun! It’ll be a vibrant celebration of natural textiles and sustainability, bringing together fiber artists, artisans, sustainability advocates, and local farmers. We’ll host a live demonstration of sheep shearing, more live artist-artisan demonstrations, interactive craft for families, artist vendors, food and more. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. Visit: Beginner Lathe San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

President Trump says he wants to make sure the United States leads the artificial intelligence race. The White House says fewer regulations would help.

Wednesdays, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. January 8–March 5 (9 weeks, 27 total hours of instruction) AAC Art Studio In this class we will sculpt a full figure from the life model. Students will have eight weeks to build an armature, learn basic figure proportions and structure, and sculpt an entire figure from head to toe. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the skeleton and basic anatomy, and how to depict the illusion of weight. Regular instructor demonstrations and discussions of technique will be given. This class is for all skill levels. Materials: Materials will be discussed at the first class. Please note: this course runs for nine sessions total. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/55 Athenaeum Music and Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Art Scene West is exhibiting fine art photography of every genre and showcasing eclectic visual art captured by a camera. On December 14th, we will host an Opening Reception celebrating a collection of photographs highlighting the world's natural beauty, California scenery and incredible landmarks. Our gallery is located in Seaport Village of downtown San Diego, a beautiful attraction where tourists, convention goers, and locals gather to enjoy the seaside businesses, luxury restaurants, and beautiful Southern California weather. Join us in appreciating breathtaking photography as artists, photographers and San Diego creatives come together inside our gallery. Visit: https://www.artscenewest.com/ Art Scene West on Instagram and Facebook

Joy Harjo is one of the most revered poets in the United States. On this week's Wild Card with Rachel Martin, the former U.S. poet laureate talks about how writing can give you second chances.

The 15th annual "Wood A Furniture Show" exhibition at the Escondido Arts Partnership featuring contemporary and traditionally handcrafted fine wood furniture by Southern California woodworkers. This exhibition will feature a gathering of some of the very best furniture makers in Southern California. Handcrafted furniture will be exhibited in a variety of wood mediums and techniques, including innovative contemporary, traditional and whimsical art furniture, as well as detailed veneering and marquetry works. This two-month exhibition runs Jan. 11- Feb. 21, 2025. Exhibitions are always free and open to the public. The opening reception on Saturday, January 11 provides an opportunity for the public to meet the featured woodworking artists from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Hours: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday Visit: escondidoarts.org Escondido Arts Partnership on Facebook / Instagram

The U.S. once controlled the market on rare earth elements, sought after for a range of technologies. But in the last few decades, China has cornered that market and surpassed the U.S.

The audacity of Tyler, the Creator's latest release might shoulder-shimmy right past you without an abbreviated crash course on the oh-so-fraught history between rap and dance.

The KPBS program "Historic Places" looks behind-the-scenes at ongoing efforts to preserve the hotel's buildings.