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Not many people get to realize their early dreams. Dave Nachmanoff has toured the world, both on his own, and as the guitarist and opening act for Al Stewart (“Year of the Cat”, “Time Passages”), at venues as far ranging as the Royal Albert Hall in London, to The Birchmere in Alexandria, Virginia. From performing with folk legend Elizabeth “Libba” Cotten at the age of nine, to playing in a rock band with his two brothers, Dave went on to earn a PhD in Philosophy at UC Davis and slowly built a grassroots following touring all over the world. In addition, he writes and records custom songs for clients and uses his recording studio to produce other artists. For this special show, he will be joined by Mike Lindauer on bass and vocals and Nick Carvajal on drums and vocals. Local musician, Omar Musisko, will be opening for Dave Nachmanoff. Two-time San Diego Music Award nominee (with The Peripherals and The Spiritual Motels) Omar Musisko crafts genre-bending, eclectic indie-folk music that weaves vulnerability and dark humor into poetic songs that search for beauty in the hurt. Dave Nachmanoff on Facebook / Instagram

Art All Ways Projects proudly presents "Driven to Transform: Art, Service, and the Spirit of Giving," a curated exhibition and fundraising initiative in collaboration with the Warrior Foundation Freedom Station and the Vista Library. Opening Saturday, December 9, the exhibition honors the strength, resilience, and creative voices of Southern California veterans while celebrating the transformative power of contemporary art. The exhibition runs until Jan. 17. Curated by Hoojung Lee, Director/Curator of Art All Ways Projects, the exhibition brings together artists whose work explores transformation, humanity, identity, and renewal through bold visual expression. Featured artists include Retna, Salomon Huerta, Ana Morales-Huerta, Justin Bower, Carlos Ramirez, Umar Rashid, Simphiwe Ndzube, Nyame Brown, Jay Sylvester, Ann Bedrick, Ryan Campbell, Cristopher Cichocki, Juan Carlos Muñoz Hernandez (a.k.a. Heaven), and Zes, alongside veteran artists Wm Marquez (a.k.a. Wm Schinsky), Reginald Green, and Steven Dilley from the Southern California veteran art community. The opening reception will feature a live painting activation by acclaimed graffiti artist Juan Carlos Muñoz Hernandez (a.k.a. Heaven), as well as a collaborative “Transformation Table” where veteran artists and contemporary artists will work together on a large, evolving canvas created specifically for this exhibition. These interactive elements invite visitors to witness creativity in motion and experience the exhibition’s theme of transformation firsthand. Through painting, sculpture, and mixed media, Driven to Transform offers visitors a space to reflect on resilience—both personal and collective—while building meaningful bridges between the arts and the veteran community. A portion of the proceeds from artwork sold during the exhibition will benefit the Warrior Foundation Freedom Station, whose mission is to support, empower, and uplift wounded and injured veterans on their path toward recovery and reintegration into civilian life. Music by Carlos Velasco Complimentary snacks & refreshments sponsored by Better Booch and Live Soda Artwork & Sponsorship Inquiries Contact: Hoojung Lee, Director & Curator, Art All Ways Projects W: https://www.artallwaysprojects.com/ E: artallwaysprojects@gmail.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/art_all_ways/

Bodhi Tree Concerts presents world premiere of a bilingual Spanish/English chamber opera, "Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote," by Pulitzer Prize-winning, GRAMMY-nominated, Opera Hall of Fame and Metropolitan Opera composer, San Diego’s own Anthony Davis, with a libretto by playwright and UCSD professor Allan Havis and Spanish text by Laura Fuentes. "Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote" is based on the children’s book of the same name by award-winning Mexican-American author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh. An allegorical tale, "Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote" brings to light the hardship and struggles facing families who seek to make better lives for themselves by crossing the border. A young rabbit named Pancho, whose Papá travels north to find work and to earn money for his family, finds himself on a long journey. When Papá does not return as expected, young Pancho sets out on an adventure to find him. Pancho experiences many trials and dangers on his journey, but the story ends happily with a celebration when both finally return home. Bodhi Tree Concerts on Instagram

Michelle Guerrero is known for her whimsical, colorful artwork inspired by her Puerto Rican and Mexican heritage.

As the holidays approach, Meals on Wheels San Diego County is launching its first-ever ¡Holly Tamales! fundraiser to support home-delivered meals for thousands of seniors and disabled veterans across the region. Each box is $35 and contains 12 tamales, with flavors including chicken with salsa verde, pork with a hint of chipotle, cheese and jalapeño (not vegetarian), or a variety pack. Every dollar raised stays in San Diego, helping provide nutritious meals, daily check-ins, and connection for vulnerable seniors year-round. Tamales can be ordered by calling 619-260-6110, with pickup available at four local service centers starting Dec. 1. With every purchase of two boxes, buyers receive a complimentary copy of “Bless This Table” featuring celebrity recipes. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy delicious holiday tamales while supporting a vital local cause!

Date: Sunday, Jan. 25 Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Where: Native Poppy Solana Beach 142 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Limited Spots Available! Join us for a brand new workshop, part of a series built around all the different types of items florists design for weddings, retail and beyond! Each month, we’ll focus on new design subjects, like bridal bouquets, boutonnières + corsages, flower crowns, and more. Plus, you'll learn different professional florist techniques on mechanics, ways to keep flowers fresh, how to transport arrangements, etc. This series is a fit for arranging hobbyists and working florists alike! This month's topic: tall flower arrangements. Please note: you are not required to be a professional florist, provide proof of previous classes or a portfolio. The tall arrangements class is appropriate for all skill levels. Sign up for a stand alone workshop, or continue on as part of a series staggered throughout the year. A great way to grow your floral skills and knowledge! Your ticket includes: - Comprehensive and entertaining instruction from Native Poppy’s signature flower arranging curriculum, and assistance from Native Poppy's professional florists - All the materials, tools, and seasonal flowers to build the rotating floral design - Flower Arranging Outline + Note Sheet designed exclusively for our workshops - Complimentary refreshments - Plus: the floral item you make to take home! Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram

Terry Zwigoff’s documentary focuses on Robert Crumb, the controversial comic artist who created Zap Comix (and characters like Fritz the Cat, Mr. Natural and Angelfood McSpade). Crumb started the wave of underground comics still thriving today, and critics have come to recognize him as an extraordinary and iconoclastic talent. A glimpse into the psyche of one of America’s foremost artists, "CRUMB" is frank, intimate, and darkly humorous, full of disturbing revelations about the world we live in.

What: Custom Flower Arranging Workshop + Live Painting Instruction of the Arrangement You Make When: Thursday, January 22, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Where: Native Poppy, Solana Beach, 142 S. Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Limited Spots Available! Join us for an in-person floral workshop and learn Native Poppy's tips and tricks for designing in our wild style! Enjoy fun and easy instruction from our professional florists to make a custom flower arrangement, and then learn how to paint the arrangement you make with Michaela Jean Art - flower gardener and painter! This time we're painting with gouache, an opaque, velvety paint that combines the fluidity of watercolor with the vibrancy of acrylics, allowing for rich, matte finishes. Ticket Includes: - Comprehensive and entertaining instruction of our Flower Arranging 101 curriculum, and assistance from Native Poppy's professional florists - All the materials, tools, and seasonal flowers to build a wild, one-sided petite arrangement - Fun and thorough instruction from artist Michaela Jean Art - All materials and tools to paint a 9x12" gouache painting of the arrangement you make - Complimentary beverages - Plus: the arrangement you make and the painting you paint to take home! Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram

The film that put director Zhang Yimou and star Gong Li on the international cinema map follows beautiful young Ju Dou as she is married off to an egregiously cruel, and also impotent, owner of a dye mill in the Chinese countryside in the early 20th century. When the boss’ nephew arrives on the scene, he and Ju Dou fall for each other with lustful abandon. Their impassioned affair soon leads to a son. After the clandestine couple convinces the despotic husband that he is the father, the boy is raised as his long-awaited heir. However the myriad complications of infidelity lead to a visceral and psychological melee between the lovers and their ruler with explosively dramatic turns. With its stunning mise en scène and sumptuous use of color, "Ju Dou" was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the Academy Awards® and has earned a reputation as one of the greatest Chinese films ever made.

The U.S. won its first Olympic gold in 46 years in a 2-1 overtime thriller over rival Canada. A brilliant performance by U.S. goaltender Connor Hellebuyck saved the Americans' chances.