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Chaired by Board Member Chris Birchby and Adrienne Birchby, this year’s theme is Currents. Contemporary art is a transformative force moving us to think and feel things in new ways, much as ocean currents direct the flow of water from one place to another. Join us for an exhilarating evening overlooking the shimmering waves in La Jolla as we celebrate contemporary art, artists, and their impact on our community -- the current that runs through us all. Guests will begin their night with cocktails and fine hors d'oeuvres, leading into a seaside dinner curated by Chef Tim Kolanko of Urban Kitchen Group. The night will come alive with an electrifying performance by singer-songwriter Donavon Frankenreiter, complemented by vibrant live entertainment and dancing. The Gala also takes inspiration from MCASD’s unique costal location and dedication to support current artists of our time. Please note that The Gala is 21+ Premiere Table Sponsor - Reservations at $50,000 for table of ten ($48,150 is tax-deductible) - Individual reservations at $5,000 per person ($4,815 is tax-deductible) Platinum Table Sponsor - Reservations at $25,000 for table of ten ($23,250 is tax-deductible) - Individual reservations at $2,500 per person ($2,325 is tax-deductible) Gold Table Sponsor - Reservations at $15,000 for table of ten ($13,350 is tax-deductible) - Individual reservations at $1,500 per person ($1,335 is tax-deductible) For Table Sponsors only: - Private tour of For Dear Life opening 9/19/24 - 10 guests For all ticket holders: Premiere table location | Tableside champagne service | Upgraded wine pairings and a dedicated wine steward | Complimentary For Dear Life exhibition catalogue For all ticket holders: Preferred table location | Tableside champagne service | Upgraded wine pairings and a dedicated wine steward Sapphire Tickets Individual reservations at $350 per person ($225 tax-deductible) *Avant Garde Members Only (Limited Quantity) If you would like to become an Avant Garde Member, please contact Sophie Robertson at srobertson@mcasd.org For more information visit: mcasd.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Hackman's pacemaker was last active on Feb. 17, according to the Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza. He said Friday it is "a very good assumption" that was his death date.

With new producers, a new studio, and a new 007 on the way, change is expected for the next James Bond.

Thousands of giant panda sculptures will greet residents and tourists starting Saturday in Hong Kong, where enthusiasm for the bears has grown since two cubs were born in a local theme park.

Celebrate the launch of an exclusive adult and children's clothing collection made in collaboration between The Shop and artist Pursue, alongside the launch of a new colorway of the BunnyKitty figurine from Superplastic. Browse the new collection and figurine and get the chance to meet Persue himself at the signing. About Persue Descended from a line of acclaimed artists, Dave "Persue" Ross continues family tradition and is recognized by his colleagues and peers as a true artistic pioneer. In the late '80s, Persue (pronounced 'per-SWAY'), found himself irresistibly drawn to the world of graffiti. With an energetic, illustrative style, his technical ability and poise as a young writer quickly earned him the respect of his contemporaries throughout the world. Between 1991 and 2010, Persue transcended boundaries both on and off the street by bridging the gap between underground and mainstream culture in the skateboarding industry. With an impressive design resume that pre-dates almost any example of street aesthetics being paired with skateboarding, his influence is woven seamelessly into the fabric of modern day youth culture. About Superplastic Created by artist Paul Budnitz (Kidrobot, Ello, Budnitz Bicycles), Superplastic is the owner and creator of the world’s first massively popular animated character universe launched on social media. With over 22 million followers on TikTok, YouTube and Instagram, the company’s top synthetic superstars Janky, Guggimon, Dayzee, and Ghost Kidz appear in animated entertainment, music, gaming, high-end vinyl collectible toys, high fashion, and live experiences. The brand sells tens of millions of dollars in real and virtual products annually and has collaborated with Gucci, Fortnite, Post Malone, Mercedes-Benz, Tommy Hilfiger, Christie’s Auction House, J. Balvin, Kidsuper, Pusha-T, Paris Hilton, The Weeknd, Vince Staples, Rico Nasty, and many more.

After an 11-month wait, giant pandas will populate the zoo once again. A pair of pandas, which left China on FedEx's "Panda Express" cargo jet, are expected to arrive in the D.C. area on Tuesday.

Bernard Labadie marks his first performances with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra in this program of life-affirming energy, grandeur and strength with works by three giants of Western classical music, all written in the influential last decade of the 18th century. A pair of glorious and masterful operatic overtures open each half of the program, both written by Mozart within weeks of one another in the fall of 1791, and just a couple of months before his untimely death. Beethoven’s first piano concerto is performed by Jonathan Biss (“one of today's foremost Beethoven exponents” – Chicago Tribune), and the program closes with Haydn’s Symphony No. 103 – his second to last – nicknamed the “Drum Roll” for its powerful and mysterious opening. Visit: https://www.sandiegosymphony.org/performances/biss-plays-beethoven/ San Diego Symphony on Instagram and Facebook

Officials are still trying to identify the person who placed bombs outside of the Democratic National Committee and the Republican National Committee offices in 2021. Now they have fresh details.

Jack Fischer spent more than 100 days aboard the International Space Station in 2017. He described to NPR what being in space for so long does to the body and what it feels like to return home.

Syrian soccer player Abdel Basset al-Sarout became the poster child for the Syrian revolution with his iconic protest anthems. In death, he has become its saint. But he didn't do it alone.