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San Diego Dance Theater proudly announces Live Arts Fest, July 14, and July 18-21, in the Light Box Theater, Liberty Station. These eight performances include: Anna Medina Sunday, July 14 @ 6 p.m., and H2O Company @ 8 p.m. SDDT Work Study Thursday, July 18 @ 7:30 p.m. La Silla Danza Friday, July 19 @ 7:30 p.m. SDDT Summer workshop showcase Saturday, July 20 @ 4 p.m. & SDDT Company @ 8 p.m. SDDT Company Sunday, July 21 @ 4 p.m. & Cabaret Night @ 8 p.m. This year’s ambitious Live Arts Fest is a multi-night celebration of art and artistry. SDDT invites guests artists, community members, and local creatives to present original works, and is designed to be inclusive and celebratory, bringing communities together through dance and music! About the festival events: Kicking off this multi-night, multi-artist festival on Sunday, July 14, is Anna Medina, winner of the 2023 SDDT’s Emerging Choreographers Showcase and Awards. Her work Femina Pop will open the festival. Following Ms. Medina on this first evening is H2O Company directed by Rebekah Brown, presenting Jubilee, featuring three premieres, including 'Cuban Swing', inspired by Rebekah's recent travels to New Orleans; and a reprise of the crowd favorite 'Jubilee', set to the score of Oliver Davis' album 'Dance'. Moving into the week, Thursday, July 18, San Diego Dance Theater’s own community of work study students will grace the stage of the Light Box Theater, capturing the budding talent of the SDDT’s students who work year round to support the organization while gaining access to free classes and rehearsal space. Friday, July 19, brings La Silla Danza’s Nosotras to the stage from Tijuana, Mexico to support and enhance our cross border collaborations and relationships. Nosotras (Us) started as a creative process of investigation of the female body directly related to the history of the bodies of the women of La Silla. As part of their fifteen year anniversary celebrations, La Silla is thrilled to present a special program for San Diego Dance Theater´s Live Arts Fest 2024. Saturday July 20, celebrates the thriving skills of our summer workshop students followed by the choreography by our professional dancers of SDDT. This year’s Live Arts Fest is embedded in our summer workshop with the Saturday performance showcasing the efforts of this two week summer intensive. Summer workshop choreographers include: Matthew Armstrong with Pamela Macias, Araceli Carrera, Dr. grace jun, Brianna Lopez, Khamla Somphanh, and Terry Wilson. The second performance of this evening features the dancers and choreography of the SDDT Company, including choreography by Matthew Armstrong, Isabel Desmet, Cecily Holcombe, Luci Salinas and Artistic Director Terry Wilson. The final evening of the festival includes the second performance with the SDDT Company, and concludes with a celebration of music and dance in the Cabaret Night. Here patrons can enjoy live music by The Chunky Hustle Brass Band, with MC Lexi Pulido, and unique Vaudevillian single acts by Giovanna Francisco, Micah Parra and Waldo Oswaldo. Dancing is encouraged with light appetizers and drinks available. Originally designed by former Artistic Director Jean Isaacs, Live Arts Fest underscores our mission to provide opportunities for artists to grow into their craft. We believe strongly in supporting our faculty and work study students who are at the heart of our organization. Our artists receive free rehearsal and performance space, along with administrative, media, and technical support from SDDT. Related links: San Diego Dance Theater website | Instagram | Facebook Tickets: sddt.ticketleap.com/live-arts-fest-2024/

Scholar, historian, artist and raconteur Nell Irvin Painter is the author of The History of White People and Old in Art School. Her latest book is an insightful addition to her canon.

The transcenDANCE youth arts project is preparing for its annual, culminating performance April 5-6 featuring students from under-resourced communities in San Diego.

Our mission is to foster a nurturing and empowering environment where new moms can thrive, grow, and build lasting friendships. Each session will be led by expert facilitators with extensive experience in early parenthood, ensuring that you receive professional guidance and support throughout the program. You can sign up for one session, or join for the whole 6 weeks! Detailed Descriptions: 9/17 Welcome & Flow: Gentle Movement and Meditation Join us for a heartwarming welcome to the Mama Village series. Each session begins with gentle seated movements designed to open up your energy and create a harmonious space. We’ll then transition into a soothing sound bowl meditation to center ourselves. The session will conclude with a circle share, allowing participants to connect and support one another through open-hearted conversation. This foundational class sets the tone for a nurturing and supportive series. 9/24 Birth Story Circles In this session, we create a sacred space for sharing and reflecting on our birth stories. Through guided discussion, we'll explore the powerful experiences of bringing new life into the world. Sharing these stories can be both healing and empowering, offering insight and connection with fellow mamas who have walked similar paths. This circle is a chance to celebrate, process, and find solace in our collective experiences. 10/1 Mental Health and Motherhood Navigating the journey of motherhood can bring a range of emotions and challenges. This session focuses on mental health and well-being, providing tools and support to manage stress, anxiety, and postpartum feelings. We’ll discuss strategies for self-care, mindfulness practices, and resources for emotional support, helping you to thrive both mentally and emotionally as a mama. 10/8 Pelvic Floor Recovery Flow This class is dedicated to understanding and nurturing your pelvic floor health post-birth. We’ll guide you through a gentle flow that focuses on strengthening and rehabilitating your pelvic floor, with an emphasis on comfort and safety. Learn effective exercises and techniques to support your body’s recovery and enhance overall well-being. 10/15 Breastfeeding, Bottle Feeding, Weaning & Solids Explore the essentials of feeding your little one in this informative session. We’ll cover topics ranging from breastfeeding and bottle feeding to weaning and introducing solids. This class provides practical advice, tips, and community support to help you navigate the evolving feeding journey with confidence and ease. 10/22 Expressive Art and Closing Circle In our final session, we embrace creativity and expression through art. This workshop encourages you to explore your emotions and experiences through collaging and vision board creation. We’ll conclude the series with a closing circle, where we reflect on our shared journey, celebrate our growth, and reinforce the bonds formed within the Mama Village. Sessions will be interactive, encouraging open dialogue and the sharing of personal experiences. We believe in the power of connection, and through our sessions, we aim to foster an inclusive and non-judgmental atmosphere where all moms can feel supported and understood. In addition to the sessions, we will provide valuable resources, including handouts, recommended readings, and access to an online forum where you can continue connecting with fellow moms beyond the program's duration. We understand that motherhood is an ongoing journey, and we strive to be there for you every step of the way. Visit: https://www.reunifyyoga.com/themamavillage reUnify Yoga on Instagram and Facebook

Celebrate Winter Solstice overlooking the San Diego Bay at Garibaldi with their ‘Coastal Chill’ Winter-themed event, on December 21 at 4 p.m.! For just $85 per guest, indulge in an all-you-can-eat buffet, including a Seafood Display with Mediterranean tuna tartare, freshly shucked oysters, poached spiny lobster, shrimp cocktail, and remoulade mussels escabeche, Mediterranean Cheese and Late Harvest Wine Pairing Station, artisan cured meats, Carving Station with exquisite proteins, and more! Cozy up with your loved ones with bottomless Amaro Hot Chocolate and Mediterranean S’mores with a dessert wine pairing. There will also be a live DJ to set the good vibes with beats by Ayla Simone, an intention-setting activity during this healing solstice time, and snowfall! Don’t miss out on this magical evening filled with decadent dishes, drinks, and holiday joy - reserve a spot today! Garibaldi on Instagram

Assad's forces detained mothers and children and sent many of the youth to orphanages. Syrians whose children vanished during the war are now seeking information on their fate. NPR investigates.

From the museum: Mass Creativity 2024 is a collective art making and community building program for San Diego communities. For this year’s 12th annual Mass Creativity program, the Museum has partnered with collaborating artist, Chelle Barbour (she/her) to make this the most exciting year yet! The theme of our Mass Creativity programming this year is Gifts For The Future inspired by the life and legacy of Octavia E. Butler and her vision of community, and storytelling of alternative futures rooted in Science Fiction. Together we have developed a series of free community workshops in partnership with our 2024 Community partners that will take place at seven organizations throughout San Diego County. Workshops are an ode to the vibrancy of our communities and ultimately, are designed to encourage play, imagination, and collective art making. Community workshops have taken place in the months leading up to a joyful culmination on Mass Creativity Day which will be on Saturday, June 22, 2024 – and it is also the birthday of Octavia E. Butler! This event will be a grand celebration of the artworks created by San Diego communities and will include music and dance performances, food vendors, and free admission to The New Children’s Museum! About the collaborating artist: Chelle Barbour (she/her) is an interdisciplinary artist recognized for her diverse Afro-Futurist and Afro-Surrealist collages. Influenced by Romare Bearden, Barbour’s characters cast a broad net in their interpretation. From vibrant chameleons, goddesses, and agent provocateurs to commanding warriors and impassive spies, Barbour’s compelling collage portraiture conveys allegory, conviction, fantasy, and femininity. Her art aesthetic and process combine fragmentations, pieces of unexpected layers of elements that challenge viewers to read inferences derived from the black Diasporic imagination and culture. Barbour is a California Arts Council Individual Artist Fellow. She has participated in solo and group exhibitions nationwide, and her work is in permanent collections of art institutions and private collections. Related links: The New Children's Museum website | Instagram | Facebook

🌟 Join us for the Grand Opening of Pako Pablos' revolutionary Interactive Art Gallery, in partnership with The California Center for the Arts, Escondido and North County Mall! Explore immersive art installations, engage with cutting-edge technology, and experience the fusion of art and innovation. 📸 Plus, don't miss the pop-up shop featuring Pako's popular brand, offering exclusive merchandise and collectibles! Enjoy drinks and food from 2-4 p.m., 🤩 courtesy of Black Angus and Red Robin and pop up shop and giveaways for the rest of the day! ✨ Meet the artist, mingle with fellow art enthusiasts, and be a part of this unforgettable event!

Swinton plays a woman dying of cancer in Pedro Almodóvar's The Room Next Door. "A life spent considering how we're going to spend our end is not wasted time," Swinton says.

The San Diego City Council is moving to ban software used by landlords to set rental prices. In other news, how pollsters survey people in this era of cell phones, texts and social media. Plus, one border artist is reimagining abandoned Baja buildings as lost souls.