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Join us for our Modern Calligraphy workshop for beginners, where you will learn the art of hand lettering using a traditional pointed dip pen and ink with a contemporary approach. Many people find Modern Calligraphy attractive to learn because it allows them to create beautiful, fun, and hand-crafted letters that are unique and personal. Modern Calligraphy is often characterized by its use of thick and thin lines, giving the letters a dynamic and expressive quality. Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages. Space is limited, so be sure to register early. Note: This is a two-part workshop. The uppercase alphabet will be taught on a separate date, and you will need to purchase the ticket separately. Instructor: Claudia Strenger Who should attend? This class is encouraged for students of all levels, including someone who has never taken a calligraphy class before. Traditional calligraphers who would like to learn modern calligraphy techniques. Lefties are welcome :) In this 3-hour session, we will cover The basics of pointed pen calligraphy How to create thick and thin strokes with a pointed pen Materials included Beginner calligraphy pen Calligraphy nibs Sumi ink Cancellation Policy All workshops are non-refundable. However, tickets can be easily transferred to another person by emailing the name and email address of the new participant to design@strengerstudio.com Visit: https://www.strengerstudio.com/product/lowercase-modern-calligraphy-for-beginners-workshop-sept-6-/311?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Strenger Studio on Instagram and Facebook

Juneteenth Celebration: Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Visitors are welcomed onto our campus for free AXIS events, featuring fun interactive programs for the whole family. Two of these, Word Up! and The Poet’s Tree, were launched virtually during the pandemic shutdown and now go live on our Copley Plaza. They are joined by brand new events created just for our signature AXIS series. Realizing our commitment to making theatre matter to more people, AXIS offers free cultural programs on the Globe’s Copley Plaza, led by local artists and craftspeople. The Globe’s unique physical location—and now our social media platforms—are participatory art venues where we make opportunities for connectivity and creative placemaking. AXIS is an effort to broaden our concept of audience by encompassing diverse, multigenerational constituencies from communities across San Diego County. The Old Globe on Facebook / Instagram

Black cultural center in Balboa Park looks to unite through music, art and culture.

Make Music Day is a free celebration of music around the world on June 21st. Launched in 1982 in France as the Fête de la Musique, it is now held on the same day in more than 1,000 cities in 120 countries. The Museum of Making Music joins the celebration with a variety of fun, free activities, hands-on music-making, performances, and more! Here's what you can hear, see, and do at the Museum of Making Music on Make Music Day! Make Music Day LIVE! Acoustic Pop-Up Performances The Museum will transform its 270-degree immersive media gallery and lobby space into temporary small performance stages with short pop-up performances! These 30-minute performances will take place inside the museum and in our lobby. 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. StudioACE Kids Activity, StudioACE will be hosting a fun make-and-play music and arts craft for kids and families! Build and decorate your own musically-themed art project! 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Community Drum Circles (presented by Ari Monge and Remo, Inc.) Borrow a drum or bring your own and join Arianna "Ari" Monge, a Board Certified Music Therapist and Director of the Health & Wellness program at Remo, Inc., for three exhilarating outdoor community drum circles that are sure to boost your energy and enjoyment. Guests are invited to come and go as the music and mood move you. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Evening Concert with OkCello (Paid Ticketed Event) Okorie Johnson is an American cellist-songwriter who performs under the moniker OkCello. His artistry integrates cello performance, live-sound-looping, improvisation, and storytelling - all culminating in original compositions that collide classical with jazz, EDM, reggae, and funk. For more information visit: museumofmakingmusic.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The "13th Annual Guild Exhibition" will feature works in a variety of mediums and disciplines including painting, painting, printmaking, jewelry, sculpture, photography, mixed media and textile arts. This show promises to present great new works by local artists. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Sunday Noon – 3 p.m. | Closed Mondays & Major Holidays Fallbrook Art Center on Facebook / Instagram

The new nonprofit Broadway Votes is corralling musical theater celebrities to help with the effort both both on stage and online.

Learn Broom Making! Students will learn about knots, culture heritage, creativity, and functional earth art. Together we will get a better sense of logical and practical craft works, as well as how to use the broom for spiritual and emotional wellbeing. Everyone will end the session with their own hand made broom/besom. Each person will learn how to use and care for their broom as a household tool and expand their awareness into the ritual of cleansing spaces. Ages 12+ years and up is recommended. Materials fee: $10 (cash) to be paid to instructor at the start of the workshop If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List For more information visit: sandiegocraft.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

As the Trump administration carries out mass firings of the federal workforce in a push to slash government spending, it's targeting probationary workers. Here's what to know about the employee status.

A joint venture between The Globe and the University of San Diego provides unique opportunity for MFA students to perform Shakespeare.

Watch "Wonka" at Potrero County Park With dreams of opening a shop in a city renowned for its chocolate, a young and poor Willy Wonka discovers that the industry is run by a cartel of greedy chocolatiers. Movie Rating PG Bring a picnic and your favorite movie snacks! Concessions are not available at this location. Chairs and blankets are encouraged. Pre-Movie Activities: Come early to enjoy the summer kickoff carnival! There will be a bounce house, arts & crafts, and carnival games with prizes. Park Policy: This is a smoke-free park. Pet Policy: All dogs must be on leash. Parking Info: There is ample parking in the day-use area. Please park in paved parking spots only. Parking is $3. Visit: https://www.summermoviesinthepark.com/moviecalendar/wonka-potrero-county-park/ Summer Movies in the Park - San Diego on Facebook