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TOKiMONSTA has had her share of life challenges, including being unable to speak or comprehend music, and the death of a friend. Her new album, Eternal Reverie, pays homage to friend, Regina Biondo.

Otaku Smash Fest returns to JFGM on October 19, 2024! Guests of all ages are invited to express themselves through the art of Japanese pop-culture! The agenda includes music, performances, a cosplay contest, food, vendors, prizes and so much more! VIP tickets are for sale at www.niwa.org. Don’t forget, cosplay is welcomed. Please see the event etiquette (www.niwa.org/otaku-etiquette). Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum on Instagram and Facebook

Learn to throw ceramics on a wheel! Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. September 28, Oct 5, 12, 19, & November 2 Learn the fascinating and ancient art form of ceramics with Meg, a full time potter, in this 5-week wheel series. Whether you’re a beginner or intending to deepen your relationship, all are welcome to experience the world of clay in this fun and friendly environment. By focusing on techniques to confidently create functional and aesthetic pottery, we will learn creative design, how to throw on the wheel, trimming and glazing! Projects will be ready to pick up 1-2 weeks after the last class. Beginners welcome. Ages 16+ years • Military and sibling discount. • 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: 5-Week Ceramic Wheel Throwing | Saturdays San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

This weekend in the arts: San Diego Opera revisits their first production; contemporary dance; abandoned buildings reimagined as lost souls; symphonic music inspired by a children's book; Adam Belt's light art; Día de Muertos theater, music, dance and more; plus live music picks.

Wet felting fun! October 5, 9 a.m. - Noon Join us for a creative time around wool and fellowship! In this 3-hour workshop you will learn the ancient art of wet felting — the process of loose wool becoming a fabric (felt). This textile art technique has been used for millenniums in the making of rugs, clothing, and homes (yurts). Instructor Sylviane Collier will demonstrate the technique, taking you step-by-step through the project and providing guidance along the way so you may enjoy the creative process and let your inner artist take the lead. First you will create your own picture by layering wool fibers (you will have a wide selection of dyed merino wool to choose from) to finish with the binding of all the fibers using a wet felting technique. We will use bamboo mats, water and soap for the felting process. It is not a messy process, just a wet one. Towels will be provided. Each student will create a one-of-a-kind 8”x 8” “painting.” Images of flowers, landscapes and animals will be provided for inspiration. Students are also welcome to bring their own. A material fee of $10 (cash only) to be paid to the instructor at the start of the class. No prior experience necessary. Ages 14+ welcome! All materials included. • Military and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • Homeschool funds accepted. • If this class is full, join the Interest List.

Presented by goodgoodthings, the curatorial project of San Diego artists Jessica McCambly and John Oliver Lewis, in collaboration with Quint Gallery, Dear LA, Love, SD is a one-night-only fundraising exhibition of work by San Diego artists centered on supporting our fellow artists in LA who have been impacted by the recent, devastating wildfires. All works will be priced at $300., with 100% of sales being donated to Grief x Hope, who will distribute funds directly to LA artists in need. Presenting works by San Diego artists: Adam Manley / Alexandra Carter / Allison Renshaw / Allison Wiese / Amertah Perman / Beliz IristayCatherine Ruane / Chi Essary / Christina Valenzuela / Christopher Puzio / David Fobes de la Torre Brothers / Hannah Pierce / Iren Tete / Jason Sherry / Jennifer Anne Bennett / Jesse RingJessica McCambly /Joe Yorty / John Brinton Hogan / John Oliver Lewis / Kaori FukuyamaMarisol Rendon / Matthew Hebert / Matt Rich / Max Lofano / Michael Hernandez / Nikko MuellerPerry Vasquez / Philipp Scholz Rittermann / Roy Porello / Sasha Koozel ReibsteinTim Murdoch/ Tom Driscoll/ Trevor Amery and featuring a set of all-vinyl sound selections by sound artist and experimental musician Joe Cantrell This event is made possible by the incredible generosity of the artists as well as of the greater San Diego creative community and its supporters. The exhibition will be accompanied by a catalogue featuring exhibition documentation by artist Philipp Scholz Rittermann and an essay by Angella d’Avignon. Wine and bubbly provided by Dave Boyd of Foley Family Wines Time and space provided by Mark Quint and all at Quint Gallery thank you. you are all beautiful. xo goodgoodthings

When asked about the image, Cardinal Timothy Dolan, the archbishop of New York who is friendly with Trump, said "it wasn't good" and that he hoped Trump had nothing to do with it.

From the football field to the halftime stage, here's what to know about the storylines and stakes before Super Bowl 59 kicks off on Sunday.

On February 22, the AFSD welcomes three authors: Vanina Joulin-Batejat, Claude Koehl, and Kitty Morse, whose diverse backgrounds and literary styles promise a rich and engaging experience for attendees. The event will be animated by Daria Samokhina, our book club coordinator. Program: 2 p.m.: Q&A session animated by Daria Samokhina 3 p.m.: book signing and meet the authors Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to attend. Free for members, $5 donation for non members to support our association. The event can be attended with minors. They remain under the responsibility of the parents at all times. Address: 6390 Greenwich Dr, #185, San Diego, CA 92122 More about the authors - Vanina Joulin-Batejat brings her expertise as an international consultant and Executive Coach to her first novel “A la Recherche du Sens Perdu”, blending personal experiences and her experiences in intercultural business development with her passion for storytelling. Vanina explores universal themes with great sensitivity, while offering a hard-hitting reflection on the human condition and contemporary challenges. Through these interwoven narratives, the novel offers a veritable autopsy of our societies, questioning notions of resilience, identity and the quest for meaning. Her work reflects her deep understanding of human connections and cultural dynamics. - Claude Koehl, a trailblazer in intercultural communication, will discuss her book The American Way of Life: The Foreigners’ Perspective. Drawing on over 20 years of experience, Claude founded Intercultural Services in 1994 to enhance cross-cultural leadership and communication skills, aiding global employees in navigating cultural differences and adapting to new environments. Her book reflects her personal journey and professional insights, offering a unique perspective on life in a new country. With a Master’s in Social Psychology and degrees in Teaching, Health Promotion, and Organizational Development, Claude is fluent in English, French, German, and Italian, and continues to perfect her Spanish. - Kitty Morse, an award-winning author born in Casablanca, Morocco, intertwines personal history and culinary heritage in Bitter Sweet: A Wartime Journal and Heirloom Recipes from Occupied France. Inspired by family documents discovered after her mother’s passing in 2017, the memoir delves into her great-grandfather’s journal detailing the German advance in Le Grand Est (Alsace/Lorraine) in 1940, and her great-grandmother’s notebooks containing 65 heirloom recipes. The story unfolds in Nancy and "Châlons-en-Champagne," blending the cuisine bourgeoise of her Ashkenazi ancestors with poignant family history. Kitty’s maternal great-grandmother, Blanche Lévy-Neymarck, perished in Auschwitz, leaving a legacy of resilience, memory, and culinary artistry. More about Daria Samokhina Daria graduated in French literature at Notre Dame (MA) and Stanford (Ph.D.). In 2008, she moved to San Diego, where she currently lives, sharing her love for French language, culture, and literature with her students, family, and friends. Visit: https://www.afsandiego.org/events-1/rencontre-dauteurs-et-dedicaces-2 Alliance Francais San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

The Salty Series: Estate Sale is an interactive and immersive installation and performance curated by filmmaker and multimedia artist Valerie Jackson. Conceived and created by Jackson in collaboration with composer Sebastian Sack and animator Kai Tattersall, “Estate Sale” is a multimedia installation that combines video, music, live performance, photography, and personal memorabilia to create a surreal reconstruction of the artist’s apartment in Los Angeles, immersing the audience in an intimate experience of memory. The installation is open from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m., and audience members are invited to come, explore at their own pace, enjoy a beverage, and immerse themselves in a world of nostalgia, reflection, and discovery. Influenced by her work in the film industry and the creative culture of young filmmakers in Los Angeles, Jackson blends illustration, collage, and photography to explore the blurred lines between fiction and reality in everyday life. “Estate Sale” presents city scenes and characters through a cartoonish lens, using iconic American imagery and accessible materials like acrylic paint, cardboard, and digital photography to evoke familiarity. Collaborating with Kai Tattersall, she incorporated personal photos and textures to build the world of the apartment, while Sebastian Sack’s music, featuring samples and pop references, creates an intimate sound environment. Sack will perform live in the space at 8 p.m., with guests invited to explore the artwork and socialize before and after the performance. Visit: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/54834841/the-salty-seriesvalerie-jackson-san-diego-bread-salt