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You’re never too old! Create your own fuzzy Monster! Ages 12+ years or children 6-11 years if accompanied by an adult welcome! Create a professional arm-rod-and-mouth puppet of your very own from Rene Rubalcava, owner and puppeteer of LV Puppet Studio of Las Vegas who learned the art of puppet making from a Jim Henson Muppeteer. There’s no better time to create your own one-of-a-kind fuzzy monster! In this workshop, we guide you from start to finish as you select, cut, hot glue and assemble the pieces and personality of your own customized puppet. No sewing is required in this workshop. Students bring their puppets to life with their own unique interests and imaginations, and by choice and placement of different face details. Each one is unique! Find your puppet’s voice and learn some puppetry basics. All materials included. No experience necessary! • 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: Puppet Making Workshop San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Elder Lightfoot Solomon Michaux was a renowned Black preacher and broadcaster. Radio Diaries' series "Making Waves" looks at his life and his contentious relationship with Martin Luther King Jr.

The popular, brightly painted minibuses are being phased out in the Philippines, but you can still tour San Francisco's Filipino Cultural District in one.

Christopher Dragon, conductor Ross Lekites, vocalist San Diego Master Chorale | John K. Russell, music director San Diego Children's Choir | Ruthie Milgard, artistic director With special appearances by Cat Conner, Loren Smith (Dec 13, Dec 14 7:30 p.m. and Dec 15), Ken Johnson (Dec 14 2 p.m.) and Scott Rad Brown Jonathan Gilmer, director Amanda Zieve, lighting designer Joshua Heming, assistant lighting designer Script by Mabelle Reynoso San Diego Symphony Orchestra Experience the San Diego Symphony's holiday tradition, Noel Noel, inside at the new Jacobs Music Center. Featuring favorite songs including "I'll be Home for Christmas, "Silent Night" and "Slight Ride", the evening will be full of Christmas classics, sing-alongs, holiday cheer and jolly spirit, featuring Mrs. Claus. The concert will be led once again by the artistic tour-de-force team consisting of celebrated guest conductor Christopher Dragon and director Jonathan Gilmer, and it features the return of the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, the San Diego Master Chorale and the San Diego Children’s Choir. Visit: https://www.sandiegosymphony.org/performances/noel-noel/ San Diego Symphony on Instagram and Facebook

Monday, August 12, 2024 , 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Additional Dates Thursday, August 01, 2024, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Friday, August 02, 2024, 10:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m. Saturday, August 03, 2024, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show more dates Location The New Children's Museum 200 W Island Ave San Diego, CA (619) 233-8792 Visit: The New Children's Museum The New Children's Museum on Instagram and Facebook

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Viver Brasil, a dynamic dance company celebrated for its powerful, engaging performances. In this special evening, Viver Brasil will celebrate the roots of samba, tracing the Afro-Brazilian origins that have shaped its rhythm and spirit. In electrifying styles like orixá, forró, and bloco afro, Viver Brasil combines dance with live polyrhythmic music and evocative storytelling to bring the essence of samba’s heritage vividly to life. After the performance, Viver Brasil’s artists will answer your questions about their journey, influences, and the deeper stories behind each dance. Expect an evening filled with energy, passion, and cultural insight. About the artist: Founded in 1997 in Los Angeles, Viver Brasil is an acclaimed dance company dedicated to celebrating and sharing Afro-Brazilian culture through dynamic performances blending dance, music, and storytelling. Under the artistic direction of Linda Yudin and Luiz Badaró, the company draws from orixá movement (sacred dances of spirits with roots in West Africa), samba styles, and other African-derived traditions, to create a powerful experience that honors Afro-Brazilian roots while reimagining them for modern audiences. Known for its vibrant, polyrhythmic music and expressive choreography, Viver Brasil brings the spirit of Salvador de Bahia to stages around the world, inspiring connection through tradition and innovation. Visit: Samba Roots: An Afro-Brazilian Journey with Viver Brasil Viver Brasil Dance Company on Instagram

Experience an unforgettable evening with Qais Essar, a pioneering Afghan composer and rabab virtuoso who weaves the traditional sounds of the mountainous Hindu Kush region with contemporary global music. The rabab, an instrument first mentioned in Arabic texts of the tenth century, is a plucked lute considered by many to be Afghanistan’s national instrument and a precursor of the sarod, prominent in North Indian classical music . Qais’s music blends Afghan folk, Americana, and other sources, creating a unique soundscape that feels both timeless and boundary-pushing. Following the performance, join us for a Q&A with Qais, where he will share insights into his creative process, collaborations, and the inspirations behind his music. This close-up experience will offer a rare chance to delve into the mind of an artist dedicated to reimagining Afghan music for the modern world. About the artist: Qais Essar is an acclaimed Afghan composer, rabab player, and producer who bridges the ancient and modern through his music. Known for his innovative blending of Afghan folk with rich, genre-defying sounds from Western roots music, Qais has performed globally, including with the Oxford Philharmonic, and his music has been featured in major motion pictures and festivals. His compositions include original pieces for Oscar-nominated films Three Songs for Benazir and The Breadwinner. The latter earned him a Canadian Screen Award for Best Original Song. Qais brings traditional Afghan music to new, global audiences. Visit: Soundscapes of Afghanistan: Tradition Reimagined with Qais Essar Quais Essar on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for an evening with Julian Kytasty, whose playing of the bandura, Ukraine’s national instrument, evokes haunting memories of Russian and Soviet suppression of Ukrainian national identity. Julian’s singing of epic songs and his playing of free improvisations and modern world music blend tradition with innovation to reveal the bandura’s expressive depth. Following the performance, we’ll invite you to take part in a Q&A session with Julian to gain insight into his creative process and the remarkable journey that has established him as a leading bandurist. The concert’s intimate setting will allow you to experience his rich, evocative soundscapes up close, creating a deep connection to Ukraine’s musical heritage and Julian’s unique artistry. About the artist: Julian Kytasty is a renowned instrumentalist and composer who has expanded the expressive possibilities of the bandura, a traditional Ukrainian plucked-string lute-zither with 50 or more strings. Born to a family of Ukrainian refugees in Detroit, Julian learned the bandura from his father and grandfather. Later, he moved to New York, where he became the artistic director of the New York School of Bandura. Julian’s work spans diverse genres, from ancient Ukrainian epic songs to electroacoustic projects, world music collaborations, and experimental theater. An active educator, he has led workshops and master classes worldwide, sharing his passion for the bandura with new generations. Visit: Soul of the Bandura: Music and Stories from Ukraine featuring Julian Kytasty Julian Kytasty on Facebook

Single women are putting their own twist on holiday cards. Here are a few of their stories.

The NTC Foundation is partnering with Zia Productions to present the 2024 ARTS DISTRICT Summer Music Series! Everyone is invited to wander and explore the ARTS DISTRICT and enjoy FREE outdoor musical performances on the North Promenade. Guests, friends and family members of all ages are welcome to bring a blanket and lawn chairs to set up on the North Promenade and enjoy live music from 4 - 7 p.m.! The ARTS DISTRICT Summer Music series is happening the 4th Sunday in June, July August and September. The Lineup! Tulengua - Sunday, June 23 Sonido de la Frontera- Sunday, July 28 Nosotros- Sunday, August 25 Frontera Bugalú- Sunday, September 22 Bring your friends and family members of all ages to enjoy live music at ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station! Guests can also enjoy the summer sounds while sipping on cold beverages from Stone Brewing's outdoor patio. Follow ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station on Facebook and Instagram for updates and announcements on performers!