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Repair your Plush! Join us for a heartwarming 2-hour workshop where we will breathe new life into your beloved stuffed animals! Whether it’s a childhood companion or a cherished gift, learn hands-on techniques to mend, reinforce, re-stuff and restore plush toys. As we stitch and stuff, I will share stories of healing and celebration as we transform sentimental fabrics into custom keepsakes that honor spatial memories. This workshop teaches the art of repair — a place where every stitch tells a story, and where life’s moments, big and small, are celebrated with love. It is recommended that you wash your plush toy ahead of time planning for plenty of time for it to dry thoroughly. Use your best judgement on whether it should go in the washing machine or be gently hand washed. This class is appropriate for ages 5+ years with an adult in attendance, or 11+ years on their own. • Military and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • Homeschool vendor funds accepted. • If this class is full, join the Interest List. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Visit: Stitch & Rescue | Plush Toy Revival San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

"Convergence" by Duke Windsor brings together two distinct artistic styles—textured urban abstracts and realistic alleyway scenes—to explore the raw beauty and hidden stories of city life. Through layers of paint, rich textures, and touches of gold leaf, Windsor captures the interplay between gritty urban surfaces and the vibrant experiences they reflect. His detailed alleyway paintings, inspired by thousands of photographs, contrast with expressive abstract works, revealing the unseen narratives within our built environment. Convergence invites viewers to consider the ways our cities shape us, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the ever-evolving landscapes we call home. The exhibition will be on view from March 8 – May 4, with an opening reception on March 23 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sparks Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

About this Program The attack on Israel by Hamas on Oct. 7, 2023 opened a new chapter in the turbulence history of the post-Ottoman Levant. A low-grade war between Hezbollah in Lebanon and Israel begun on Oct. 8, 2023 exploded in September 2024 with devastating effect on both Hezbollah and the Lebanese population and infrastructure. Shifting power balances in the Levant and beyond contributed to the unexpectedly sudden collapse of the seeming impregnable Assad regime after 14 years of civil war. To understand the outlines of any potential emerging orders in Syria and Lebanon it is crucial to understand the history and forces driving today’s fragmented, yet interrelated Levant. Michael Provence, a specialist in modern middle eastern history, will present via Zoom the broad historical context in which recent developments in Syria & Lebanon have occurred. He will discuss the late Ottoman period, the colonial & post-colonial periods in the Levant, the emergence of Israel, the rise of Assad, the fall of Lebanon into civil war, and the emergence of Hezbollah - including its role as a proxy/client of Iran. A Q&A session will follow his presentation. Free to members & the public, available via Zoom. Pre-registration required. About Michael Provence Michael Provence teaches modern Middle East history, focusing on the 20th-century Arab East. He received a B.A in History from U.C. Berkeley in 1994 and a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago in 2001. During 2017-2018 he was Chercheur Résident (Research Fellow in Residence), Institut d’Etudes Avancées de Nantes, France. In 2010-11 and 2014, Provence was an Alexander von Humboldt fellow at the Zentrum Moderner Orient in Berlin, Germany. In 2024-25, he is a visiting professor at Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne. He is the author of two books and many articles. The books are "The Great Syrian Revolt and the Rise of Arab Nationalism" (2005) and "The Last Ottoman Generation and the Making of the Modern Middle East" (2017). Both available in Arabic and Turkish. Provence lived and studied over the course of many years in several Middle Eastern countries, particularly Syria and Lebanon, between 1998 and 2006. He returns as often as possible.

In Pittsburgh, entire houses have been converted into individual art installations filled with unusual objects. A new house is now open.

California is one of the few states with building codes for wildfire protection, because using fire-resistant materials helps homes survive. Now, more than 500 additional homeowners rebuilding after Los Angeles' Eaton Fire are being required to use them.

Join artist and art educator Christy Ross for a Halloween paint & sip! Be ready for a night of creativity, fun and boo-tiful Halloween art! Ages 12 and up welcome (child must be accompanied by parent)! $55 - Includes 2 hour class, all supplies, apron, coffee drink of choice and light appetizers. Costumes welcome! For more information visit: christyross.art Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Oct. 12, 2024 through Jan. 17, 2025 From the gallery: This exhibition brings together a series of new works produced by Cog•nate Collective in collaboration with communities of Tijuana & San Ysidro From sonic sculptures and neighborhood transmissions, to public participatory performance and collaboration with insects (yes, insects), the works explore forms & approaches to border-crossing. Inspired by popular hacks that facilitate movement and sustain connections across borders. The exhibition borrows its title from the popular 1971 song written and originally recorded by The Bee Gees – and extensively covered in English and Spanish – to call attention to the harsh immigration enforcement & policies along the U.S./MX border. All while pointing to the vital need to propose and rehearse ways our interconnected communities can mend what has been broken. Join us for the opening reception October 12, 2024, 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. 147 W San Ysidro Blvd Related links: The Front Arte & Cultura website | Instagram

Master the art of sushi-rolling in this beginner-friendly cooking class led by Chef Krong. If you've always wanted to learn how to make sushi at home, this class will take you there. You'll start by learning how to prepare perfectly-textured sushi rice and how to expertly slice ingredients like fresh fish and vegetables for sushi-making. Then, put together a classic California roll with crab sticks, avocado and cucumber before rolling up a cream cheese and vegetable roll. Enjoy your chef-approved sushi and take your new skills home with you! Cooking classes on Classpop! are designed to be social events that do not require any previous experience. Guests are welcome to purchase beer from the venue to enjoy during the class. MENU California Roll With crab, avocado, cucumber, sushi rice, nori and pickled ginger Veggie Roll With avocado, cucumber, cream cheese, sushi rice and nori Cooking classes on Classpop! are designed to be fun, social events. Feel free to purchase wine or beer at the venue to enjoy during the class. Classes sell out fast though, so see the availability and more details including information about the chef, reviews from other participants, and more at: https://www.classpop.com/cooking-classes/7038/mastering-sushi-favorites Happens on the following Dates: Nov 15, 2024, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Timezone: PST Nov 29, 2024, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Timezone: PST Dec 1, 2024, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Timezone: PST Dec 20, 2024, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Timezone: PST Jan 26, 2025, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Timezone: PST Mar 9, 2025, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Timezone: PST

There are 10 movies in the running for best picture. Our critics are split over whether Anora or Nickel Boys should take home the prize.

Major League Soccer’s 30th team kicks off its first season Sunday with a match on the road against defending league champion LA Galaxy.