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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

The series concludes on June 21 with the return of the Melissa Aldana Quartet, with Aldana on tenor sax, Fabian Almazan on piano, Pablo Menares on bass, and Kush Abadey on drums. Aldana’s last Athenaeum performance was in March 2020, when she played music from her album "Visions" for Frida Kahlo, which earned her a first-ever GRAMMY nomination for Best Improvised Jazz Solo. Her program this June will feature music from her 2024 release on Blue Note Records, Echoes of the Inner Prophet. A native of Chile, Aldana moved to the United States to attend Berklee College of Music. In 2013, at age 24, she became the first female instrumentalist and the first South American musician to win the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Saxophone Competition. Her latest album explores a fascinating paradox. As Aldana explains, it reflects her “personal journey, with an especially introspective point of view. The inner prophet is my own self, now older, who has the knowledge and the intuition and the truth about what my path should be. So, it’s this idea of connecting with that inner prophet,” she continues, “which reveals things about myself, including those things I don’t like.” At the same time, this deeply intimate, searching project is a celebration of collaboration and community. It documents the evolution of her quartet, capturing the collective insight they’ve garnered after extensive touring and travel, and arguing for their place among the most incisive working groups in jazz today. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/jazz-25-0621 Melissa Aldana on Instagram and Facebook

Join Golden Guide for their inaugural Golden Makers Market, a vibrant celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) creativity and entrepreneurship. This free community event showcases over 20 AANHPI-owned businesses, makers, and artists from across Southern California. Explore handcrafted products, art, and culinary experiences highlighting rich cultural heritage and contemporary creativity. The two-day event features a curated art show themed "Hiraya Manawari" (Reach Your Dreams) plus workshops including Japanese tea tasting, ikebana flower arranging, jewelry making, and more. Hours: Saturday & Sunday: 11a.m. - 4 p.m. (General Admission, FREE) VIP Shopping Hour: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. daily ($20, includes tote bag) Workshop tickets available separately. For tickets and workshop registration: goldenguide.org/golden-makers-market Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month with community, creativity, and connection! Golden Guide on Facebook / Instagram

Join the San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus for "ABRACADABRA: The Magic of Music," a bold outdoor concert, kicking off San Diego Pride Week 2025! Held at the stunning Epstein Family Amphitheater at UCSD, this high-energy, open-air show blends pop music, dance, and LGBTQ+ pride into an unforgettable experience. Tickets start at just $25! What you’ll see - Live performances of songs by Lady Gaga, Britney Spears, Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan, and more - Show-stopping choreography and fabulous costumes - Heartfelt tributes, surprise moments, and a full dance party finale - All under the direction of guest artistic director Steve Milloy Why you should go - It’s one of the top San Diego Pride events of the summer - Perfect for fans of LGBTQ+ music, outdoor concerts, and live entertainment in San Diego - Whether it’s your first SDGMC show or your 40th, this one’s for you San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus on Facebook / Instagram

Mission Valley, an open-air shopping center located in San Diego, California, invites the community to its “Valley Vibes” summer concert series featuring a lineup of some of the area’s most talented musicians with performances on Mondays and Wednesdays (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.) and Saturdays (3 p.m. to 6 p.m.) now through September 1st in the AMC Theatres Court. Artists include popular performers such as David Shyde, Helena Holleran, Whitney Shay, Rachel Jay, Kai Kalama, Jemille Vialet, Fredie Walton, Jesse Ray Smith, Lee Coulter, and more, each sharing their own unique styles of rock, pop, blues, contemporary, easy listening and jazz music. Retailer promos will be available during select concerts. August 30th: Adam Bergoch Visit: https://www.acousticspottalent.com/event/mission-valley-adam-bergoch Adam Bergoch on Instagram and Facebook

Mission Valley, an open-air shopping center located in San Diego, California, invites the community to its “Valley Vibes” summer concert series featuring a lineup of some of the area’s most talented musicians with performances on Mondays and Wednesdays (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.) and Saturdays (3 p.m. to 6 p.m.) now through September 1st in the AMC Theatres Court. Artists include popular performers such as David Shyde, Helena Holleran, Whitney Shay, Rachel Jay, Kai Kalama, Jemille Vialet, Fredie Walton, Jesse Ray Smith, Lee Coulter, and more, each sharing their own unique styles of rock, pop, blues, contemporary, easy listening and jazz music. Retailer promos will be available during select concerts. August 27th: Tyler F. Simmons Visit: https://www.acousticspottalent.com/event/mission-valley-tyler-f-simmons-0 Tyler F. Simmons on Instagram and Facebook

Journey through the history and geography of Mexico through music & dancing from two of San Diego’s finest mariachi & dance troupes! This Concert is to benefit: Friends of Friendship Park. Visit: https://www.bodhitreeconcerts.org/mariachi-folklorico Bodhi Tree Concerts on Facebook / Instagram Friends of Friendship Park on Facebook / Instagram

Mission Valley, an open-air shopping center located in San Diego, California, invites the community to its “Valley Vibes” summer concert series featuring a lineup of some of the area’s most talented musicians with performances on Mondays and Wednesdays (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.) and Saturdays (3 p.m. to 6 p.m.) now through September 1st in the AMC Theatres Court. Artists include popular performers such as David Shyde, Helena Holleran, Whitney Shay, Rachel Jay, Kai Kalama, Jemille Vialet, Fredie Walton, Jesse Ray Smith, Lee Coulter, and more, each sharing their own unique styles of rock, pop, blues, contemporary, easy listening and jazz music. Retailer promos will be available during select concerts. August 25th: David Shyde Visit: https://www.acousticspottalent.com/event/mission-valley-david-shyde-9 David Shyde on Instagram and Facebook

Mission Valley, an open-air shopping center located in San Diego, California, invites the community to its “Valley Vibes” summer concert series featuring a lineup of some of the area’s most talented musicians with performances on Mondays and Wednesdays (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.) and Saturdays (3 p.m. to 6 p.m.) now through September 1st in the AMC Theatres Court. Artists include popular performers such as David Shyde, Helena Holleran, Whitney Shay, Rachel Jay, Kai Kalama, Jemille Vialet, Fredie Walton, Jesse Ray Smith, Lee Coulter, and more, each sharing their own unique styles of rock, pop, blues, contemporary, easy listening and jazz music. Retailer promos will be available during select concerts. August 23rd: Whitney Shay Visit: https://www.acousticspottalent.com/event/mission-valley-whitney-shay-1 Whitney Shay on Instagram and Facebook

Mission Valley, an open-air shopping center located in San Diego, California, invites the community to its “Valley Vibes” summer concert series featuring a lineup of some of the area’s most talented musicians with performances on Mondays and Wednesdays (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.) and Saturdays (3 p.m. to 6 p.m.) now through September 1st in the AMC Theatres Court. Artists include popular performers such as David Shyde, Helena Holleran, Whitney Shay, Rachel Jay, Kai Kalama, Jemille Vialet, Fredie Walton, Jesse Ray Smith, Lee Coulter, and more, each sharing their own unique styles of rock, pop, blues, contemporary, easy listening and jazz music. Retailer promos will be available during select concerts. August 20th: Christian Taylor Visit: https://www.acousticspottalent.com/event/mission-valley-christian-taylor-2 Christian Taylor on Instagram and Facebook