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Bodhi Tree Concerts will host an unforgettable evening of food and drink, entertainment, and philanthropy, on Saturday, November 16 at 6 p.m. at the La Jolla Community Center. The gala event is in support of its upcoming world premiere of the new children’s opera Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote, by Pulitzer Prize-winning, Metropolitan Opera produced, San Diego based composer Anthony Davis, based on the children’s book by Duncan Tonatiuh. Our prestigious composer, Anthony Davis, will be in the house, and all attendees will get to be the first to hear a sneak peek of some of the music just composed for the opera. ARTS LOVERS & SUPPORTERS of San Diego - get your tickets today for this incredibly special event. Visit: https://www.panchorabbit.org/gala-fundraiser

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

A piece of conceptual art consisting of a simple banana, duct-taped to a wall, sold for $6.2 million at an auction Wednesday, with the winning bid coming from a prominent cryptocurrency entrepreneur.

The fires around Los Angeles arrived just as Hollywood's awards season kicked off. It's an ominous sign at a time when film and TV production is already down.

The dissident filmmaker's thriller is a stinging critique of oppression in his home country.

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

Cat welfare advocates Hannah Shaw and Andrew Marttila talk about their new book, "Cats of the World."

Join us for a unique and enlightening afternoon at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar's Lobby Lounge, where art and luxury meet in an exclusive event hosted by Christie’s. "Collecting and Collections: The Art is in the Detail" offers a rare opportunity to explore the fascinating world of art collecting through an engaging afternoon tea experience. Immerse yourself in the art of collecting with insights from Christie’s leading experts, including Brian Matthew Evans, Max Brownawell, and Eleanor Walper. This special event features a curated afternoon tea starting at 2 p.m., followed by a presentation and interactive Q&A session at 2:30 p.m. Fairmont Grand Del Mar on Instagram / TikTok

An NPR listener says her friend pings her morning, noon and night, even if she doesn't respond. She'd like to say something, but she's afraid it will hurt her friend's feelings.

KPBS found six San Diego-based artists who are emerging into the comic industry and are either selling, signing or schmoozing in or around the convention.