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Liz Ajuzie & The Mood Swings return to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 217TH show of Dim Sum & Jazz! Seating Begins at 6 p.m. Music from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! About Liz Ajuzie & The Mood Swings Liz Ajuzie & The Moodswings are a 6-piece jazz band that formed in early 2024 from a collection of talented musicians inspired by the jazz greats like Sarah Vaughan, Frank Sinatra, and Sidney Bechet. Liz Ajuzie (vocals), Nico Lovell (vocals), Nightshade Navarro (sax), Dan Bailey (keys), Justice Guevara (bass), and Mike Masessa (drums) met in various bands and music events within the cultured San Diego music scene. Their brand of entertainment fuses charming vocals, soaring sax and piano solos, and a steady bass & drum groove to provide an exciting presence that will make you want to step into a time when people swayed on the dance floor and music flowed under the dazzling lights of the marquee. Liz Ajuzie is a Jazz and Blues singer that has been singing for her whole life. As a first generation Nigerian American, she is the second child of Nigerian parents and grew up in a musical household, regularly spinning her parents' vintage vinyl with her four other siblings. Liz draws inspiration from many artists including: Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Judy Garland, Dinah Washington, Mae West, LaVern Baker, and Ruth Brown. Want to know more events happening Golden Island? Join our Newsletter! https://mailchi.mp/4778e446b683/golden-island-newsletter Like Dim Sum & Jazz? Check out the rest of the schedule below! www.bardicmanagement.com/golden-island Visit: https://www.bardicmanagement.com/golden-island/san-diego/live-music/liz-ajuzie/august-15-2025 Golden Island Mira Mesa on Instagram and Facebook

2025 San Diego Music Award winner for "Artist of the Year" - Anthony Cullins, fondly known as The Fallbrook Kid, returns to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 215th show of Dim Sum & Jazz! Seating Begins at 6 p.m. Music from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! Reservations are highly encouraged! Check this video out: https://youtu.be/tZ-tB0-DzOQ About Anthony Cullins Anthony Cullins aka "The Fallbrook Kid," a young musical prodigy whose guitar playing ability is years beyond his age. Anthony's musical influences include R&B, funk, soul, rock, jazz, and blues prominently displayed in his eclectic improvisational style he calls "psychedelic soul music", ranging from Eddie Hazel and Jeff Beck to George Benson and Eric Johnson with dozens of influences in between. Anthony recently turned 21 years of age and is currently working on two studio albums, a live record, and beginning to hit the road! "Anthony has guitar skills reminiscent of young guitarists Joe Bonamassa and Jonny Lang." (Boogie Magazine) "Hearing and seeing Anthony perform alongside veteran musicians made it easy to forget that he is so young. If you haven't heard him play yet, find him!" - Annette Higby, Echo and Buzz " ... he further dazzled my senses with the playing maturity of someone way beyond his years, demonstrating a total command of the fretboard with fierce string bends, wicked vibrato, and a lick vocabulary akin to a guitarist that's been at it for decades." - Wayne Riker, San Diego Troubadour "A special young man. I'd seen him working a few times as a sideman with other artists, but recently I saw a video of him doing his own thing and I was blown away! (Earl Thomas Bridgeman) Anthony Cullins Social Media https://fallbrookkid.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AnthonyfallbrookkidCullins https://www.instagram.com/anthony.cullins/ https://www.youtube.com/@anthonycullins Want to know more events happening Golden Island? Join our Newsletter! Like Dim Sum & Jazz Series? Check out the rest of the schedule below! www.bardicmanagement.com/golden-island See More Events https://www.goldenislanddimsum.com https://www.bardicmanagement.com/events

Cobby Brzeski and her Vintage Girl In A Modern World Band (The VGMW Band) makes their return to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 204th Show of Dim Sum & Jazz! This show was postponed from May 2, 2025. Seating Begins at 6 p.m. Music from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! Check this video out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOPYGGYeRkk About Cobby Brzeski “She is determined to write and perform, and anyone who hears her won’t question her decision…” – Harriet Heithaus, Naples Daily News, USA Today Network “Cobby Brzeski has an amazing youthful energy for someone so conversant with the tradition of jazz. Her distinctive and attractive voice, bebop-influenced flute playing, and unaffected songwriting gives the jazz world a jolt of fun that it desperately needs!” – David Thorne Scott, Vocal Professor at Berklee College of Music Originally from Naples, FL, Cobby Brzeski is a nationally touring multi-instrumental, multi-genre flutist, vocalist, and songwriter from San Diego, CA that performs all around the east and west coasts. Cobby's charming voice, playful songwriting, and authenticity to the jazz tradition will make anyone feel like they're back in the 1940's. Described as a vintage girl in a modern world, Cobby’s music possesses a natural gift for sensitive, relatable storytelling and is a blend of influences from Ella Fitzgerald, Helen Forrest, The Andrew Sisters and others, twisted with modern influences like Jason Mraz, Cyrille Aimee, and PostModern Jukebox. Cobby is a 2018 magna cum laude graduate of the Berklee College of Music, and a 2023 San Diego Music Award Nominee for Best Jazz Album ("Vintage Girl In A Modern World" (2022)). Cobby presents a show full of her original 1940's swing inspired tunes, jazz & latin standards, and jazzified covers of popular music. Cobby Brzeski Socials Website: http://www.cobbymusic.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/cobbymusic Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/cobbymusic Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6wdKRyY8VZJ4i6CK3l2W1X Want to know more events happening Golden Island? Join our Newsletter! Like Dim Sum & Jazz? Check out the rest of the schedule below! www.bardicmanagement.com/golden-island See More Events www.goldenislanddimsum.com www.cobbymusic.com/events www.bardicmanagement.com/events

A night of live entertainment with Neo Soul Artist, Taquirah, her band, DJ Milu, and 3 poets and 3 comedians. Open dance floor and hosted by actor/director, Lavelle Lemonier.

Join us for an artistic evening where music, art, and creativity collide. Gray Area Foundation for the Arts, G-Love, Monty Montgomery, and The Soap Factory proudly presents: A Night of Art & Music with G-Love & Friends, a one-of-a-kind experience featuring internationally acclaimed artist and musician G-Love, stepping into his artistic side featuring a custom gallery of well known artists carefully curated by Monty Montgomery. About the ARTISTS: Best known as the frontman of G. Love & Special Sauce, Garrett Dutton (aka G. Love) is also an accomplished visual artist. This special event celebrates his work as a painter—blending his love for music, color, and creative expression in an immersive art and music experience. G. Love is widely recognized for pioneering a laid-back fusion of blues, hip-hop, and funk, and this event highlights his dynamic artistry both on and beyond the stage. In addition to G. Love’s work, the event will showcase original pieces by renowned artists including Monty Montgomery, Amanda Lynn, German Corrales, Gloria Muriel, Jack Stricker, Maxx Moses, Nicholas Danger, Regan Russell, and Skye Walker. WHAT TO EXPECT: Live Art Installations - Watch renowned artists create original works in real time. Curated Art Gallery - Explore an inspiring collection of works from well-established artists, with all pieces available for purchase. Drink Specials - Sip on handcrafted cocktails and local brews in our industrial-chic venue. Local Food Vendors – Fuel your night with mouthwatering bites from some of San Diego’s favorite culinary creatives. Enjoy everything from wood-fired pizza, burgers, and elevated tacos to fresh, seasonal plates made with local ingredients. G Love Acoustic Concert - End the night with an intimate, soulful acoustic set from G Love himself. VIP Meet & Greet - Get exclusive access to meet G. Love up close with a social VIP experience, featuring a intimate VIP room, early entry, welcome cocktail, and the giveaway of 1 of a kind art piece made and signed by G Love & Monty Montgomery. (25 tickets available only for this experience and only 1 piece of the artwork will be raffled to all 25 guests.) When: Saturday, May 03, 2025 Where: The Soap Factory Address: 2995 Commercial St, San Diego, CA 92113 Ages: This event is 21+ G Love & Special Sauce on Facebook / Instagram

We will explore the fundamentals of watercolor—adding pen-and-ink as well. The class is designed to break down fear and encourage spontaneity. All levels are welcome in this positive and encouraging class. Materials: Paper: two 22” x 30” sheets of 100%, 140 lb., rag, cold-pressed paper (such as Arches or Fabriano). Brushes: one #8, #10, or #12 round brush (with a good point); one 3/4” or 1” flat brush; one large (2” or 2 1/2”) cheap bristle brush (from hardware store). Other: palette (any palette with eight or more color wells will do); water container; sketchbook; two No. 2 pencils; 3/4” or 1”–wide masking tape; small drawing board (Gatorfoam board or Masonite, 12” x 16” minimum); paper towels (Viva preferred). Paint: Any colors you have. Must-have colors (at least 14 ml) are Daniel Smith New Gamboge; Winsor & Newton Burnt Sienna (do not substitute another brand for this one); Alizarin Crimson Permanent; French Ultramarine Blue; Phthalo Blue; Burnt Umber. Please prepare a selection of photo references. Have ready several still-life or landscape reference photos. Max students: 13 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Join us in our 2nd annual Revival Art Exhibition, in celebration of Earth month! Mingle with other creatives, and enjoy beautiful work made by Revision Artists in Residence, along with local artisans, all made from discarded and repurposed items. Featuring the work of artist Rob Tobin, Chad Berwald, Jason Ney, Faye Allen, and more. Participate in a free interactive art activity, led by artist Wendy Morris. Shop a selection of garden chairs, plants, vintage bicycles, inventive jewelry, and more! Visit: https://www.revisionsandiego.com/ Revision on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for a fun still-life oil painting workshop inspired by a colorful summer tea party. All aspects of still-life painting will be covered in this two-day workshop: perspective, composition, color, and accuracy will be taught using a tabletop arrangement of cups, saucers, teapots, and flowers. Bright colors and a square format will encourage experimentation. Grab a coffee; we will begin each morning with a PowerPoint lesson followed by a demo on the painting process and technique. Afterward students will paint independently for the remainder of the morning. As the paintings progress, students will learn through discussion of creative issues and group critique. Pat welcomes students of all levels. Materials: A $5 fee will be paid to Pat on the first day of class. Please bring the following supplies: one square canvas or canvas panel: 10” x 10”, 12” x 12”, or 16” x 16”; half-dozen brushes: white bristle flat or filbert, #2, 4, 6; one medium-size palette knife; small, pointed round brush for detail, #2–4; Winsor & Newton Liquin; wooden palette; oil paints: Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red Medium*, Cadmium Yellow Medium*, Cadmium Lemon*, Phthalo Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Permalba White, Cadmium Orange*, Red Iron Oxide or Burnt Sienna; paper towels; Gamsol odorless solvent; container for solvent with lid. *Be sure to purchase true Cadmium colors not Cadmium Hue. Max students: 12 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

in^set is a flexible chamber ensemble founded in 2018 by David Aguila (trumpet), Teresa Díaz de Cossio (flute), and Ilana Waniuk (violin), dedicated to creation, improvisation, and experimentation. Committed to expanding instrumental practice beyond the confines of contemporary classical music, in^set explores the sonic and visual possibilities of everyday objects, hacked electronics, graphic notation, and hybrid media. "Traces in Sound and Light" is a program that traverses the spaces between acoustic and electronic, composed and improvised, visual and sonic. Featuring works by Nathan Haering, Melissa Vargas Franco, and in^set members Aguila, Díaz de Cossio, and Waniuk. The concert culminates in the premiere of a new work by Jacques Zafra. Each piece explores different sonic worlds inspired by graphic notation, visual interplay, and experimental traces in sound and light. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/new-music-25-0529 Athenaeum Art Center on Instagram and Facebook

The beloved annual Art Alive Premiere Dinner is an elegant black-tie affair, celebrating art with a spectacular dinner in the Museum galleries. This year’s event is inspired by the groundbreaking architectural designs of Lord Norman Foster and his internationally renowned studio Foster + Partners. This event offers a first look at the incredible floral designs of Art Alive and a delicious multi-course menu of delectable delicacies and extraordinary entrees, a full bar, and decadent desserts. Become a Premiere Patron to enjoy this glamorous evening of enchantment. Premiere Dinner Schedule of Events 6:30 p.m. Cocktail Hour | John M. and Sally B. Thornton Rotunda 8 p.m. Dinner | Museum Permanent Collection Galleries Premiere Patron benefits include Exclusive access to the Premiere Dinner for 1 person (including hosted valet parking) 2 Bloom Bash tickets per Premiere Patron (including hosted valet parking) 4 Art Alive floral exhibition general admission passes Recognition as a Premiere Patron Reserve your place as a Premiere Patron today! For more information please contact Lani Curtis at 619.696.1940 or lcurtis@sdmart.org The San Diego Museum of Art on Instagram and Facebook