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Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi Joins Harry Litman and Talking San Diego for a conversation about the Speaker’s new book, "The Art of Power." In the book, Pelosi reflects on her role in crafting pivotal legislation, including the Affordable Care Act and the American Rescue Plan, and reflects on the January 6th Capitol attack and the power dynamics with the White House, Senate, and other political institutions. Pelosi’s conversation promises an insightful exploration of the high-stakes drama in American politics and her lasting impact. San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria will join this event to introduce the speakers. For information and tickets for all Talking San Diego events, please go to www.talkingsandiego.net

Section 1: Friday–Sunday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. October 25–27 (3 days, 15 total hours of instruction) AAC Art Studio $245/265 + $75 materials fee Section 2: Friday–Sunday, 11 AM–4 PM November 8–10 (3 days, 15 total hours of instruction) AAC Art Studio $245/265 + $75 materials fee Encaustic painting (painting using hot wax and beeswax) is an ancient medium that not only looks luminous and dreamy, but it smells nice too. Working in hot wax allows for fast assembly of many mixed-media compositions. The warmed wax is applied by brush then set by heat gun. Once it has cooled, the piece has a durable finish. You may add layers on top of the finish, dig into it, or embed things. In fact, there are an amazing number of ways to work in this medium. You may leave your work at your station for the entire workshop. Materials: The material fee includes three small wood-panel supports, 8” x 8”; R & F encaustic medium; some R & F wax colors; R & F wax colors sticks; heated palette; some brushes; heat guns; some collage materials; some paints; images; things to embed; mark-making tools; oil pastels; collage materials; transfer materials; paints; gloves; scissors. Optional: you may bring to class an apron; mask for face if sensitive to the smell of heated wax; paper towels; tracing paper; larger cradled birchwood boards or Ampersand Encausticbords; notepad and pen; your own mark-making tools; dried botanicals to embed. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/class/58 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

A Navajo woman who has spent 50 years sewing has now been honored with an NEA award for her unique quilts. She is unafraid to criticize the mainstream culture that's marginalized Indigenous artists.

Shira Perlmutter's termination came shortly after the Copyright Office published a long-anticipated report on artificial intelligence.

This year, San Diego will hold several events and festivities to commemorate the Day of the Dead.

Welcome to the Area Rug Comedy Show and Art Market! Get ready for a night of laughter, vintage clothes, art and live music at our in-person event on Fri, Oct 18, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. Join us at Studio Casually for a fun-filled evening of hilarious stand-up comedy performances, including headliner Amy Silverberg (Comedy Central) and a market featuring local artists. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind event that combines humor and art in a cozy setting. See you there! Visit: https://dosd.com/events/2024/10/18/area-rug-comedy-tickets Area Rug Comedy on Instagram and Facebook

Friday Dec. 20, 2024 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2 / Stream now with the PBS app. Journey into some of Austin’s most inspiring public murals and portraits of the artists and activists who made them. From large-scale installations to intimate painted walls, these murals celebrate people, honor histories, and transform physical spaces. The series provides an inside look at some of Austin’s most expressive and impactful public art.

This year, off-screen tweets may end up swaying the Oscars race. But real-world events and people have been shaping the awards for decades.

On Midday Edition Monday, local designers open up about the fashion industry and advocacy for sustainability and representation.

Six people, including music talent agent Dave Shapiro, were on board a private jet that crashed into a San Diego neighborhood on Thursday.