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Join us for a lecture by Olivia Zen Joseph, curator of "Layered Narratives," developed during their time at Mingei as the Quilt Fellow. This talk explores how quilts from the era and firsthand accounts of Black American experiences reframe the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exposition — the United States’ first World’s Fair. While the Centennial aimed to celebrate national identity and innovation, the lecture sheds light on the overlooked contributions and voices of Black women and the Black community, expanding understanding of this historic event through stories too often left untold. Olivia Zen Joseph is a Program Coordinator at the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino and the curator of "Layered Narratives: Quilted Stories of Gender & Race at the 1876 Centennial." Drawn to interpretation, history, and storytelling, they are passionate about uncovering the complex meanings and histories embedded in art and objects. Olivia entered the museum field through an internship in Collections Management and Conservation at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Looking ahead, they plan to pursue a degree in Library and Information Science with the goal of becoming an archivist. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Joachim Trier's drama centers on the complicated relationship between a filmmaker and his grown daughters. But for every perceptive moment in the film, there's another that feels coy, even complacent.

Two exhibitions at Mingei International Museum celebrate Midcentury folk art, craft, and design. “Inside the Design Center” brings to life a vignette of mid-twentieth century interior, lighting, and furniture design from Ilse Ruocco’s 1950 showroom in Hillcrest, San Diego. “Boundless” showcases nearly 150 objects from Mingei’s permanent collection, exploring Southern California landscapes through the work of mid-twentieth century ceramicists. Visit: https://mingei.org/exhibitions

Just in time for the holidays, U.S. World Chocolate Master and Netflix star Christophe Rull is teaming up once again with Michelin-trained chocolatier Annaluna Karkar for a festive two-day pop-up at Christophe Rull Patisserie. The pop-up takes place Saturday, December 13, and Sunday, December 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 251 N City Drive, North City, San Marcos. Guests can indulge in a special holiday menu featuring Annaluna’s handcrafted chocolates alongside Chef Christophe’s signature pastries. Offerings include Annaluna’s signature owl-shaped chocolate bonbons in flavors like Hazelnut Crisp, Dark Chocolate Caramel, Peanut Butter Caramel, and Dark Chocolate Passion Coconut. Chocolate tablets are available in rich milk and dark varieties, while candy bars feature layered flavors such as Baklava, Sticky Toffee, Raspberry Pistachio, and Coffee Caramel. Guests will also find handcrafted chocolate stems and festive holiday pieces, including chocolate nutcrackers, stag plaques, gingerbread house and tree plaques, and chocolate Christmas tree confections. This pop-up is a rare opportunity to experience the artistry of two Michelin-trained chocolate artisans, perfect for holiday gifting or treating yourself to a little festive indulgence. Christophe Rull Patisserie on Instagram

Celebrate the season at the artist outpost! Shop handmade gifts from our teachers and staff, enjoy light bites and festive drinks, and soak up creative holiday cheer. Event-only bonus: all 12 days of Christmas specials can be purchased in person during these four hours. Were also collecting toy and clothing donations for our holiday drive-bring something to share if you wish. Shop small, sip, snack, and mingle with us! TheArtistOutpost on Instagram

Join us for a wonderful concert of Christmas and Holiday music from around the world performed by the MHUCC Chancel Choir, Handbell Choir and guest performers.

The chip industry in China is hustling to overcome a Western tech choke hold, even as President Trump appears poised to loosen U.S. chip restrictions.

Step into the mysterious and the unknown at "The Veil Between," a group exhibition exploring the thinning of the veil between worlds—life and death, dreams and reality. Opening on October 11 from 6–10 p.m. at Distinction Gallery in Escondido, this event features original paintings, photography, drawings, and mixed media by visual artists from around the globe. Distinction Gallery has been a beacon for contemporary art in Southern California for more than twenty years. The opening reception will include live music, artists in attendance, and drinks available for purchase (21+) from Last Spot Bar, which offers a curated selection of wine, beer and cocktails. Artwork used in promotional image is by Kelly Clark, a toned cyanotype ,“Il Corvo, Fiume Arno, Firenze” 'The Veil Between' 
Opens October 11, 6–10 p.m.
 | Distinction Gallery
: 317 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025

Join the Coronado Public Library, in partnership with Warwick’s, is proud to host bestselling author Clare Leslie Hall. She'll discuss her new novel "Broken Country"—her U.S. debut and a Reese’s Book Club pick—in conversation with Jason Blitman. A celebrated journalist and novelist, her latest work is a sweeping love story with the pace and twists of a thriller full of simmering passion, impossible choices, and explosive consequences that toggles between the past and present to explore the far-reaching legacy of first love. A book-signing will follow. This event is free and open to the public. Seating is first-come, first-served, subject to availability. Limited preferred seating is available with purchase of "Broken Country" through Warwick's bookstore. Please visit https://www.warwicks.com/clare-leslie-hall-2025-reserved-seat or call the store at 858-454-0347 for more information. About "Broken Country" Beth and her gentle, kind husband Frank are happily married, but their relationship relies on the past staying buried. But when Beth's brother-in-law shoots a dog going after their sheep, Beth doesn't realize that the gunshot will alter the course of their lives. For the dog belonged to none other than Gabriel Wolfe, the man Beth loved as a teenager—the man who broke her heart years ago. Gabriel has returned to the village with his young son Leo, a boy who reminds Beth very much of her own son, who died in a tragic accident. As Beth is pulled back into Gabriel's life, tensions around the village rise and dangerous secrets and jealousies from the past resurface, this time with deadly consequences. Beth is forced to make a choice between the woman she once was, and the woman she has become. About Clare Leslie Hall Clare Leslie Hall is a novelist and journalist. She published two domestic noir novels "Him" and "Mine" under the name Clare Empson and has turned to book group fiction with her third novel "Broken Country." "Broken Country" is set to be published in over 30 territories and, since UK and US publication, is a Sunday Times and New York Times Bestseller. It was also Reese’s Book Club Pick and Fearne Cotton’s The Happy Place Book Club pick for March 2025. It has been optioned by 3000 pictures with Hello Sunshine producing. About Jason Bittman Jason Blitman is an arts professional who currently hosts and produces the podcast Gays Reading. Recent guests include Ann Patchett, Dylan Mulvaney, Jonathan Adler, Kaveh Akbar, Rumaan Alam, Dolly Alderton, Margaret Cho, Roxane Gay, TJ Klune, Nnedi Okorafor, Torrey Peters, Elif Shafak, and many more. As an arts and culture producer, Jason produced two seasons of the Books That Changed My Life Festival for JCC Manhattan and the Palm Springs Readers’ Festival in Palm Springs. Jason is also a theatre director and producer currently working on projects around Southern California. Clare Leslie Hall on Instagram