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Grammy-winning American soprano Susan Narucki joins with superb pianist and frequent collaborator Donald Berman in a recital of music by women composers which includes the world premiere of "The Intelligence of Flowers" by Marti Epstein. The piece utilizes texts of Maurice Maeterlinck to weave a magical experience of tenderness and discovery. These artists are legendary for the elegance and deeply soulful interpretations of repertoire both familiar and new, ranging from the 19th through 21st centuries. Treat yourself to a very special evening!

A celebrated instrumental supergroup from Bogotá, Los Pirañas brings together three of Colombia’s most visionary musicians: Eblis Álvarez (Meridian Brothers, Chúpame el Dedo), Mario Galeano (Frente Cumbiero, Ondatrópica), and Pedro Ojeda (Romperayo, Chúpame el Dedo). Fusing the rich tapestry of South American rhythms—cumbia, champeta, tropicalia, salsa, and more—with avant-psych rock, dub minimalism, and spiked jazz, they embody retro-futurism at its boldest. Shapeshifting, absurdist, rooted, and prescient, Los Pirañas are a transmission from the outer zones. Their journey began as high school friends in Bogotá, driven by a love of riffs, heavy beats, and raw guitar noise. Decades later, with international acclaim and projects spanning continents, they reunite to channel that youthful energy through the prism of mastery and time. Their latest album, "Historia Natural", captures this balance: innocence meets experience, primal spirit meets sophisticated sound, and tradition meets experimental freedom. Spacehall Sound Machine is a psychedelic dance band based in San Diego, CA. Their sound is a combination of explosive rhythms from West Africa & Latin America, dub, driving post-punk bass lines, psychedelic rock, funk breakbeats, and haunting melodies from the Middle East. Creating hypnotic instrumental grooves, Spacehall Sound Machine is designed to move bodies on the dance floor and take adventurous minds on an interstellar journey. The ensemble is the brainchild of Matt Bozzone, a drummer who has spent the past 12+ years touring the U.S. with a variety of artists in the global groove scene, including Nigerian Afro-Beat masters Seun Kuti & Egypt 80. Visit: https://www.badvibesgoodfriends.com/events/aenaz2pmvbkw522861c9djurm4k3c9

SARA PETITE PRESENTS “AMERICANA ROUNDUP - HONKY TONK ANGELS” Date: Saturday, March 8 Time: 8 p.m. (Doors 7:30 p.m.) Where: The Ken Club: 4079 Adams Ave, San Diego, Calif. Tickets: $15 for General Admission, $20 at door. (There are also different prices to reserve tables.) Ticket link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1227012791289 Sara Petite’s Americana Roundup returns to the Kensington Club on Saturday, March 8, at 8 p.m. with “Honky Tonk Angels,” a powerhouse celebration of country music’s most iconic women. The night kicks off with Dolly’s Revenge (Ashley E. Norton and band), setting the stage for an all-star lineup featuring Sara Petite, Ash Easton, Chloe Lou, Lauren Leigh, Jessie Lark, Sara Jade. Expect an electrifying mix of classic country hits and original songs from some of San Diego’s most talented female artists. For more information, interviews, or press inquiries, please contact Rob Cribbett@ sarapetitebooking@gmail.com or go to her website: www.sarapetite.com/tour Sara Petite on Facebook / Instagram

Join Vistal, the Baja-inspired seafood restaurant located at the InterContinental San Diego, for an exclusive Four-Course Spiny Lobster dinner and demonstration on Friday, February 28 at 5 p.m. In partnership with Chula Seafood, a local leader in seafood sustainability, this will be a night of culinary adventure, beginning with sunset cocktails on the terrace, followed by a live demonstration and Q+A from 40-year commercial fishing veteran David Haworth, owner of Pacific Horizon Fisheries. Then, guests will indulge in the four-course dinner featuring: Lobster Terrine Chicories made with leeks, white asparagus, and vanilla bean champagne vinaigrette Stinging Nettle Raviolo made with lobster Ricotta filling, artichoke, mustard frill, and kelp espuma Zarandeado Half Lobster made with squid ink peewee potato, huitlacoche poblano puree, and romanesco Blood Orange Panna Cotta made with meringue, mezcal honey, and basil tuille Don’t miss this exclusive chance to immerse yourself in a culinary journey abundant with local San Diego seafood. Reservations can be purchased online, and are priced at $95 per person with an optional wine pairing add-on for $45 per person.

Herbal Medicine Making Series - Tinctures - Syrups - Vinegars - Salves - Oils Build your home herbalism skills. This class is perfect for anyone wanting to make herbal remedies for themselves, family & friends. Making your own herbal remedies builds self-sufficiency and is good for your budget. Know exactly what you are putting into and on your body. At one time our ancestors knew how to make all of these preparations and it was an important part of daily and seasonal life. Visit: https://everydayplantmagic.com/herbal-medicine-making-san-diego-ca Cindy Saylor on Instagram

In this beginner-friendly course, students will learn slab building techniques to create their own vases using simple tools and techniques; no potter’s wheel required. Students will learn the differences between soft slab construction and stiff/hard slab construction to construct their own forms and patterns. The course will focus on three different vase shapes: simple cylinder, teardrop, or angular. Using the same slab building technique, students may also create small bud vases for singular flowers. Students will complete the course with a fully functional vase(s). While this is a beginner friendly course, more intermediate and advanced students may also join. Students will learn how to: wedge clay roll out slabs using a rolling pin and wooden guides compress slabs using a rubber rib and/or paddles strengthen clay in order to reduce air bubbles, cracks, and warping during the drying process use PVC pipes to create cylinder vases cut out shapes using patterns templates made of cardboard or cardstock attach slabs using the “score and slip” process, where joined seams are either visible or invisible decorate vases with ribbon tool or clay texture rollers soften rims of vases using ribs and chimoy clothes on banding wheel Materials: Please purchase a standard size wooden rolling pin and a beginners pottery tool kit. You do not need to purchase an extensive toolkit for this course, but please buy a kit which includes a metal rib, fettling knife, and scoring tool. Beginner kits are often very minimal but if you choose to continue pottery, the latter tools are incredibly helpful and you will likely need them later. If the metal rib, knife, and scoring tool are difficult to find, you can purchase a basic kit and buy these tools separately at Freeform Ceramics in National City, CA. Please bring a notebook/sketchbook and pen to class to keep track of wonderful ideas. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/class/52 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vt., wants pressure from the Trump administration on Israel to end its nearly three-month long blockade of food, medicine and other supplies into Gaza.

Our top picks for book events to check out this season: Fantasy, found family and queer joy; the life of Kenny G; Pulitzer Prize-winner Viet Thanh Nguyen; the return of a beloved book festival; and a queer rom-com debut.

Color creates a mood. We live in color. Using your favorite color, mixing it with grey, black, and white you will create a one-color masterpiece just like Picasso! Choose your favorite subject matter to paint on canvas. What is Taste of Art? Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops. Gather with friends in an artistic space designed to amplify your creative side. Join arts educator Robin Douglas , as we dip our toes into the work of celebrated artists over drinks and nibbles, followed by a rapid demonstration of their styles. You’ll then be guided to interpret these artists and create your own singular, spectacular work of art. We’ll help you express your unique style and ensure you have a blast doing it. All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks, and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun! Members $50, Visitors $65 Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

We hear about the festival celebrating South Bay’s arts scene. Plus, we'll continue Comic-Con conversations with a graphic novel artist. Then we have the weekend arts preview.