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Americans have deep nostalgia, and love, for America's chain restaurants. Why? We asked and more than 150 readers answered.

Known for his cosmic-stoner songwriting and freewheeling tunes, Todd Snider's career spanned three decades.

Welcome to the 2025 Medium Festival of Photography! Join us for a day filled with stunning visuals and creative inspiration. The event will take place on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at Bread & Salt, a vibrant space that perfectly complements the art on display. Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of photography and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the power of visual storytelling! Then join us Sunday March 23 for a full day visiting artist’s studios and exhibition spaces in Tijuana. The trip is a wonderful opportunity to explore the diverse photography community in the city of Tijuana, and learn about artists and organizations working in northern Mexico.

Opening Reception: Ramsés Noriega – "Fragmentos del Barrio" Join us Thursday, August 29, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center for the opening of a powerful exhibition celebrating the work of Ramsés Noriega, a pioneering artist, political activist, and prominent voice of El Movimiento. Spanning three decades of powerful paintings, drawings, and political graphics, "Fragmentos del Barrio" honors Noriega’s vital role in shaping the Chicano Art Movement and his enduring legacy of resistance, identity, and justice. Held on the historic Chicano Moratorium anniversary, this reception is a powerful reminder of the art and activism that continue to inspire generations. Don’t miss this special evening of art, history, and community! August 29, 2025 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center
 Recepción de Apertura: Ramsés Noriega – "Fragmentos del Barrio" 
Acompáñanos el jueves 29 de agosto, de 5 p.m. a 8 p.m. en el Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center para la inauguración de una poderosa exposición que celebra la obra de Ramsés Noriega, artista pionero, activista político y una de las voces más destacadas de El Movimiento. Con obras que abarcan tres décadas de impactantes pinturas, dibujos y gráficos políticos, "Fragmentos del Barrio" rinde homenaje al papel fundamental de Noriega en la formación del Movimiento de Arte Chicano y a su legado duradero de resistencia, identidad y justicia. Celebrada en torno al aniversario histórico del Chicano Moratorium, esta recepción es un recordatorio contundente del arte y el activismo que siguen inspirando a generaciones. ¡No te pierdas esta noche especial de arte, historia y comunidad! 29 de Agosto de 2025 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
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Representation is growing in part through stars and developers from the diaspora. PlayStation's Saros, out this week starring the British actor Rahul Kohli, is poised to be a hit.

Join us for an enlightening discussion with Claudia Rodríguez-Biezunski, the Chicana textile artist and slow fashion designer behind Sew Loka. In this talk, Rodríguez-Biezunski champions sewing as both a vital art form and a powerful response to our disposable fashion culture. Rodríguez-Biezunski will explore how the deliberate practice of sewing transcends mere utility to become an expressive medium, worthy of the same respect given to traditional fine arts. She'll discuss how reclaiming this craft provides a meaningful alternative to fast fashion's environmental and ethical pitfalls, offering a path toward more conscious consumption and creation. The conversation will also address why sewing skills—once considered essential knowledge—deserve renewed appreciation in today's society, not just as practical abilities but as conduits for creativity, sustainability, and personal empowerment. Discover how Rodríguez-Biezunski's work honors the hands that make our garments while inviting us to reimagine our relationship with clothing in an age of mass production. Claudia Rodríguez-Biezunski, better known as Sew Loka, is a San Diego-based textile artist and fashion designer who has made a significant impact in the intersection of streetwear, sustainability, Chicana culture, and DIY fashion. She gained prominence for her distinctive style of customizing and upcycling clothing, while only using recycled, reclaimed and repurposed fabrics to create all of her one of a kind fashion designs and textile art pieces. Beyond her fashion work, Rodríguez-Biezunski is also known for her commitment to community engagement and teaching others the art of sewing and customization. You can visit her any time at her sewing studio, Sew Loka, in the vibrant neighborhood of Barrio Logan in San Diego, CA. Claudia Rodriguez-Biezunski on Instagram Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Start your morning with a unique blend of movement and creativity at Pace & Paint, hosted by artist Mensah Bey. This event invites the community to come together for a walk/run through the vibrant Logan Heights and Barrio Logan neighborhoods, followed by refreshments and a collaborative painting session at the San Diego Made Factory. Schedule: 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.: Welcome, Plan for the Day, and Route Overview 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.: Walk/Run through Logan Heights and Barrio Logan 9 a.m.: Enjoy refreshments and connect with fellow participants 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.: Community Painting Session Whether you're an artist, a fitness enthusiast, or someone who loves building community, this event offers a morning of meaningful connection and creativity. Join us to walk, run, and paint while fostering community spirit and collaboration. All are welcome! Let’s move, create, and build together. We look forward to seeing you there! Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pace-paint-tickets-1200387825299 Mensah Bey on Instagram and Facebook

Los residentes de San Marcos celebraron juntos la tradición navideña de las posadas mientras lidiaban con el miedo y la tensión causados por el aumento de las redadas del ICE.

El sol estaba bajo cuando Bad Bunny emergió en los campos de caña de azúcar de Puerto Rico durante su espectáculo de medio tiempo, rodeado de jíbaros con pavas (campesinos con sombreros de paja tradicionales), viejitos jugando dominó y un puesto de piragua (raspado de hielo), símbolos innegables de Puerto Rico.

This Saturday at 7 p.m., this international-awarded film presents 40 years of Sebastião Salgado's moving photography of human/nature interaction. Free popcorn, and discussion around the fire pit. "It is surely one of the most enjoyable documentaries I have ever seen. I feel like I have seen the planet with completely different eyes. Absolutely, compulsory viewing for photographers, planet lovers, and anyone with a mild interest for things." More info at surpriseretreatcenter.net/movienights Please confirm attendance at surpriseretreatcenter.net/register Free with a suggested $10 donation, at the door or through the registration link. Surprise Farm Retreat Center on Facebook / Instagram