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Electric vehicles are caught up in the culture wars. Data from Ipsos shows the percentage of Americans who believe EVs are better for the environment than gas cars has dropped 5 points since 2022.

"Contained Visions: John Thomson (1837-1921), Photography, and the Chinese Export Image." Can China and the Chinese be contained in an image? Acting as expert, traveler, and witness, the photographer John Thomson (1837-1921) appears to answer this question in the affirmative with the first photographic book on China, his monumental "Illustrations of China and Its People" (1873-74). However, within the documentary intentions of his photographs run complex interactions with earlier representations of China as seen in Chinese export art and its producers. This talk will address Thomson’s reproductions and imitations of the fanciful and fictive export image, and his engagement with the imagined Chinese artist. Roberta Wue is associate professor of Art History and director of the PhD Program in Visual Studies at the University of California, Irvine. For more information visit: visarts.ucsd.edu

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming program, Celebrating Women in the Arts with soloists of Musica Vitale, Michael Sokol, Lisa Parente, and Julia Rahm, and our guest instrumentalists, violinist Nonna Alakhverdova and pianist Olena Galytska. You will hear vocal and instrumental works by women composers: Lili Boulanger, Amy Beach, Lori Laitman, Hildegard Von Bingen, and others. Dr. Bill Propp and Penny Hawkins will provide insightful commentaries and fun stories to complement our program. Musica Vitale on Facebook / Instagram

Refresh your wardrobe with personalized creativity! In this workshop, you will design and sew your own quilt blocks and attach them to a pre-loved item of your choosing (we recommend you bring a tote bag or jacket*). You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind item you’ll be proud to use or wear. Intuitive quilting is the process of creating a quilt (or quilt block) using your intuition and sense of creativity. You’ll select fabric scraps in shapes and colors that you’re drawn to without too much planning. We’ll move through the process without limits, allowing for creativity to flow freely. This course is for beginners and seasoned quilters alike. If you’ve never used a sewing machine before, you’ll be guided on how to sew simple straight lines, gentle curves and how to appliqué. If you’ve sewn apparel or quilts using patterns before, you’ll be encouraged to put away the “rules” and sometimes rigid guidelines of traditional quilting to tap into a more freeform and intuitive way of quilting. No experience necessary. Ages 16+ welcome! *Please bring items made from woven material only (non-stretch). Sweatshirts and anything made from knit fabric are not suitable for use in this class. Tote bags are also available for purchase from San Diego Craft Collective.* For more information visit: sandiegocraft.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Join us onsite for Fun Animal Friday with San Diego Humane Society on Friday March 29 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. San Diego Humane Society will be introducing our guests to their canine ambassadors! The event will include a live presentation, meet & greet, storytime, special craft, and more! Included with Museum admission. No registration required. Opportunities to pet the animals are limited and timed-tickets will be provided upon checking in. **Petting is entirely contingent upon the animals' well-being. We recommend arriving at the Museum early to maximize your chances of meeting the animals. A Hold Harmless form is required to be filled out for all guests who want to pet the animals. San Diego Children's Discovery Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Make Tiny Ceramics! Join me in the land of miniatures. You will learn how and get to create tiny pottery on a mini pottery wheel. No previous pottery experience necessary. In this 2-hour class, you will learn to create 1-3 tiny pots and can add some color if you would like to. You will learn how to center the clay and open it up to form tiny pots, bowls, or plates. This class is a great way to learn the basics of a wheel on a small scale. It is less intimidating and is an accessible way to throw and center clay. Grab a friend or family member who’s been curious about ceramics and come join me in creating tiny pottery. This class includes clay, under glazing and firing of the clay. The clay cannot be taken home at the time of the class because it must be kiln fired. The turn around is 1-2 weeks for drying, glazing, and firing before you pick up your miniature creations. No experience necessary. Ages 12+ welcome! For more information visit: sandiegocraft.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Learn to cook your own nourishing broth! In this 1.5 hour workshop you will learn, from beginning to end, the best process to making many variations of French stocks. We will also discuss Asian approaches to making broths to better inform us and spawn creativity when we are deciding on the ideal broth for any recipe in the kitchen. Chef Charlie of Lineage Meals will demonstrate and discuss the process of making an organic bone broth from scratch. Students will engage in conversation regarding flavors, taste the broth, and take their own 32 oz jar home! This workshop is for ages 10+ years. • Military and sibling discounts • Scholarships available For more information visit: sandiegocraft.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Supercool! is an eleven-piece funk-pop band comprised of a diverse group of musicians from around California. The band has been making its mark by playing shows across San Diego showcasing their unique four-piece horn section, tight rhythm section, and breathtaking two lead vocalists. Utilizing their training in the fields of jazz, classical, and acapella music, Supercool! adds an extra layer of musical excitement to the pop genre. For more information visit: theconrad.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Whether you're an art enthusiast, a curious observer, or simply looking for a fun and engaging way to spend your Friday evening, Open Studios at Liberty Station is an event not to be missed. You can visit different artists' studios and see how they make their art. You can walk around and talk to the artists. They will tell you about their art and how they make it.

Third Sunday Craft is a monthly gathering of creative writers that fosters support, inspiration, and community. More than craft classes, Third Sunday Craft will help you construct and sustain a writing practice. New focus topics for each session will challenge writers to explore and expand their craft. Generative writing prompts will encourage you to grow and learn in exciting new ways. Sharing your work within a safe, supportive community will help you discover and strengthen your voice. Finally, with the goal of fostering supportive accountability, each session will conclude with a writer’s intentions for the month. Come check out Third Sunday Craft! March: Structure and Character: This class will explore the concept of character through the lens of structure. We will explore concepts that include character vs. characterization, character webs, character types (and archetypes), and character arcs. The emphasis will be on the function of a character to create a powerful story. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram