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“Biophilic Harmonies” A Solo Fine Art Exhibition by Artist Rachel Berkowitz San Diego’s Pacific Beach/Taylor Branch Library Gallery has selected international artist Rachel Berkowitz’s large-scale mixed-media paintings for a 2 month show, beginning February 1, 2023 until March 31, 2023. There will be an opening reception on February 4 with musical performances at the gallery from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. The gallery will be open daily Monday- Saturday, with hours as Monday - Tuesday: 11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Wednesday - Saturday: 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. The Biophilic Harmonies series explores how human interactions with the natural world are expressed as desires and emotional constructs. The artwork serves as an escape from an anxious reality, allowing the viewer to get lost into a contemplative mindset, similar to that found in natural environments. Through painting and mixed media installations, the work combines abstract organic forms with physical natural elements to represent the human affinity for nature - or biophilia. The interplay between the conceptual and the formal elements in each piece creates a visual garden. Light as an energy source plays a strong role in the aesthetic and spiritual nature of the work, as the contrasting techniques lead into meditations for the viewer. Berkowitz’s recent travels across US National Parks have been a strong source of inspiration, placing a need on the heightened concern for conservation and preservation. Emotional experiences are the premise of the work, and the mark-making process serves to deepen mental awareness of one’s place in the natural world. In response to lengthy spells of indoor isolation, societal anxiety and loss during the pandemic, Berkowitz began to incorporate plants and natural elements into her artwork to recreate a fusion between human spiritual experience and nature. The artwork engages the viewer through textured techniques and intricate abstract painting methods, using various materials such as wax, copper oxides, glass particulates and real plants themselves. By using a mix of both dried and alive plant matter, the work itself is alive and will change as time progresses. The cyclical nature of the work highlights the idea of rebirth and renewal, reminding the viewer to breathe and slow down. Heightened desires to be released from enclosures are expressed through the structural compositions. There are references to man-made architectural structures hidden within the paintings, depicting the space that the work has been made in and to time-stamp the art-making process. Pacific Beach/ Taylor Library - 4275 Cass St., San Diego, CA 92109 https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/pacific-beach-taylor-library About the Artist: Rachel Berkowitz Rachel Berkowitz lives and works in Los Angeles, (b. Ohio, USA 1993), grew up in London, England and received a BA from UCLA’s School of Art and Architecture, graduating in 2016. Rachel has previously exhibited her paintings and photography at solo and group shows across the US and internationally including the UK, Italy, France and Japan. Rachel’s art practice has developed through artist residencies and community experiences, including the La Napoule Artist Foundation in France (2020) and the Slade School of Art London Summer Intensive in England (2019). Rachel has been awarded first place in various International Fine Art competitions, and is constantly working on public and private commissions from staging paintings for Palm Springs Modernism Week, to painting a mural for Bill Nye, The Science Guy’s new videos at The Planetary Society in Pasadena. Rachel is also engaged in community arts programming where she teaches art to children in schools that cannot afford arts education, and at children’s hospitals and neighborhood LA events. For competitions sponsored by the City of Los Angeles, she has painted many public murals incorporating natural forms and flora. SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook & Instagram

Children from across San Diego County will be back on stage for the Second Annual San Diego Children’s Benefit Fashion Show & Luncheon on August 26, 2023 at Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines. Proceeds will go to five charities helping children at-risk in San Diego and abroad. Early bird discount tickets go on sale now through August 1. San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan returns in 2023 as keynote speaker. Created in 2022, San Diego SparkleS Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit dedicated to support children in danger of being trafficked and/ displaced by war. A 501-C3, SparkleS FN can be reached at P.O. Box 676067, Rancho Santa Fe, California. For more information visit: sdsparklesfoundation.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Comic-Con International and San Diego Public Library have teamed up for the Comic Conference for Educators and Librarians (CCEL). This FREE five-day conference will take place at the San Diego Central Library during Comic-Con® from July 24-28, and will explore the role comics play in promoting education and literacy for all ages. Those in the library and education fields are invited to learn creative and exciting ways to incorporate comics and other popular arts into their work. Through presentations and panel discussions, the Conference hopes to engage the community and promote comics as a medium for learning. Seating is not guaranteed and is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is for interest only and does not guarantee a seat. Join us on Wednesday for Teaching and Learning with Comics: An Interactive Workshop This is a hands-on workshop for anyone looking to use comics in a classroom. Peter Carlson (Green Dot Public Schools), Susan Kirtley (Portland State University), and Antero Garcia (Stanford University) guide educators in curating powerful classroom curricula, from mini-lessons to complete units, that incorporate the medium of comics. Participants engage in activities that model how to develop superhero readers and writers in K–12 classrooms. Comic-Con badge-holders with valid single same-day or four-day badges are welcome to attend and are not required to register. In addition to CCEL, San Diego Public Library hosts themed San Diego Comic-Con programming leading up to and through the days of the conference. Please visit our website for more information. Full Schedule: Wednesday, July 24 from 4 - 6 p.m. Thursday, July 25 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday, July 26 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday, July 27 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday, July 28 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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This awards season, Gelson’s invites guests to place an order for their stunning charcuterie boards which are perfect for snacking on while critiquing outfits and celebrating the best performances in film this year. The charcuterie boards can be served with specially-picked wine and champagne, perfect for a classy night celebrating the silver screen with friends and family. The available boards include the Award-Winning Cheese & Charcuterie Plate and the Gourmet Cheese and Charcuterie Board. The Award Winning Cheese & Charcuterie Plate comes with Flagship Cheddar, Cowgirl Mt. Tam, Point Reyes Blue, Three Little Pigs Chorizo, Columbus Dry Salami, Panninos with Prosciutto, Three Little Pigs Cornichons, Villars Dark Chocolate, Castelvetrano Pitted Olives, Acacia Honey, Grapes, and Dried Cherries and Apricots. It is recommended that guests pair Sparkling White Wine, Zinfandel, Malty Beers with this selection. This board serves up to 8 people. For a bigger party, guests may select The Gourmet Cheese and Charcuterie Board, which serves up to 20 people. This board comes with Rembrandt Aged Gouda, Spanish Manchego, Supreme Brie, Olli Calabrese Salami, Olli Genoa Salami, Bussetto Prosciutto, Mixed Italy Pitted Olives, Fig Cake, Marcona Almonds, Villars Swiss Chocolate, Fig Jam, Sour Cherry Jam, Strawberries, grapes, blackberries, and dried fruit. It is recommended that guests pair Champagne, Sherry, Tempranillo, Beer: Brown Ales or Stouts with this board. The Oscars are taking place on Sunday March 12. Guests may place their charcuterie board orders now through March 10. Charcuterie boards may be picked up from Gelson’s locations in Pacific Beach (730 Turquoise St, San Diego, CA 92109), Carlsbad (7660 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009), or Del Mar (2707 Via De La Valle, Del Mar, CA 92014) on March 11 and 12. For more information and to place an order, visit https://www.gelsons.com/shop/awards-night-2

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Safety tips to keep people living with memory loss safe and well at home. Reduce the risk of wandering, falls, household injuries, medication errors, and more by learning important safety tips to keep people living with memory loss safe and well at home. Free & open to the community! For more information or to pre-register visit alzsd.org/classes or call Alzheimer's San Diego (858) 492-4400 or Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library (619) 527-3405

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Outdoor summer concerts get elevated at Layover, the InterContinental San Diego’s rooftop bar and poolside lounge, featuring acclaimed local bands & musicians during the 2024 Summer Sunset Live Music Series. Celebrate the sounds, styles and flavors of summer at InterContinental San Diego during their Summer Soiree event on Saturday, July 27 from 1p.m. - 6 p.m. featuring the return of the hotel’s rooftop concert series, brand-new food and beverage offerings from their pool bar, Layover, and pop-ups featuring global fashion brand LoveShackFancy, San Diego based brands Local Beach and VOLO Beauty, and summer inspired flash tattoos by @twin.suns. Plus, during the Summer Soiree pop-up you can shop for a good cause with global fashion brand LoveShackFancy . Shop from the brand’s bestsellers and newest fashions while enjoying Layover’s special cocktail created for the collaborative event, the Bayside Blushin’, a refreshing pink guava slushie made with Silver tequila, triple sec, guava nectar, lime, with Tajin rim. 25% from every Bayside Blushin’ cocktail sold at Layover and 10% of all LoveShackFancy sales will be donated to local nonprofit My Girlfriend’s Closet, that collects quality, gently used clothing, shoes and accessories and distributes these items to foster, homeless and economically disadvantaged teenage girls and young women. Clothing donations will also be accepted during the event for any new or lightly-worn clothing. Every Saturday through October 5 from 3-6 p.m., Layover will welcome a talented selection of local artists who will provide the soundtrack for your summer, performing at the rooftop lounge. Patrons can enjoy the live music for free, discounted Resort Pass to take a dip in the pool, unparalleled sunset views over the San Diego Bay along with island-inspired food and signature cocktails, and samples and swag from beverage partners. Alific on Facebook / Instagram Layover on Instagram

Comic-Con’s 2024 Masquerade on-stage costume competition, a tradition at Comic-Con since 1974, will be Saturday evening, July 27, starting at 8:30 p.m. The event celebrates not only the contribution of costuming to the popular arts but also the amazing creations that our attendees make and bring to the convention. The costume presentations, intermission entertainment, and awards presentation will run approximately two and a half hours and be set in the convention center’s 3,900-seat Ballroom 20, with overflow seating available with large screens in the Sails Pavilion and in a second ballroom. Entry Form Visit: www.comic-con.org/cc/things-to-do/masquerade