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As the world celebrates Democracy Day, we examined how some pillars of democracy are holding up in San Diego County.

We are pleased to present "FORTUNE & FATE," an art show interrogating luck, destiny and providence hosted by Distinction Gallery. Do we control our futures? Are we the playthings or authors of fate? Our artists confront all such questions and more this March, in a showcase of paintings, drawings and mixed media pieces. Some have thought about luck as a subject matter, an arbitrary force external to people, places and things. Others have catechized fate via material qualities, following in the footsteps of expressionism. While all of our members are professional artists with countless corporate clients, all works on show have been independently created - purely through the auspices of imagination. Luck is illustrated by different cultures in different ways, from shamrocks to horseshoes to koi. Though not all of our members trade in symbology, we have such a variety of origins that visitors are apt to experience a world tour of perspectives in a single show. Original artworks and limited edition prints will be available, the opening reception is March 11 from 6-10 p.m. Divergence Art Collective was formed in 2022 with the aim of conducting themed group shows for collectors and artists. In a landscape of sameness and disposability, we value craftsmanship and the outré. Our artists have a wide variety of inspirations, from pop culture to literature, folklore and the natural world. While we are all from different backgrounds, we share the idiom of visual art and believe in executing it to a standard worthy of the form. Visitors are provided with an experience of techniques, aesthetics and subjects as varied as ourselves. As a collective, we are focused on presenting themed shows with an atmosphere both unique and unified. The shows are carefully curated by the artists themselves. - Divergence Art Collective. With live music from 7-9 p.m. by Mathew Gose! Show on view through March 11 - April 4 at Distinction Gallery Divergence Collective on Instagram

Jamileh Alamolhoda, the wife of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, talks about why Iran's government is unwilling to compromise on compulsory headscarf rules.

March 27-31 Come explore fascinating animals of the land, sky, and sea! Students will learn all about animal habitats, adaptations, and how to protect endangered species! Your future scientists, engineers, and artists will enjoy science experiments, games, arts and crafts, and more! Eligibility: Grades 2 – 8 (Ages 7 – 13) Duration: 5 days Hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Price: $300 per student Sibling and military discounts available. Scholarships are available for those who qualify. Registration is required. For further information about the event, please visit here. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Reserve your seat for this month’s Artisan Table Signature Wine Series dinner for a taste of Napa Valley on the beautiful outdoor terrace at A.R. Valentien. Sip on standout wines from Palazzo Wine perfectly paired with the multi-course communal meal of seasonal bounty by Executive Chef Kelli Crosson. Scott Palazzo, Owner and Winemaker of Palazzo Wine, is joining this intimate dinner for an insightful discussion about the selected wine varietals. *Tickets Go on Sale March 1 at 9 A.M. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

From the organizers: A Reason to Survive and curator Carmela Prudencio present Images of Resistance: Then & Now. The exhibition focuses on photo documentation of Martial Law era activism and creates a timeline to present day National City. The work in this exhibition archives resistance across generations against the Marcos regime in the Philippines. With the Marcos family back in power, organizers overseas and in the diaspora continue fighting against oppressive systems as seen in this curation of photographs, video, and protest propaganda. Contained in the exhibit is Golden Years: Weighing Philippine Martial Law 1972-1981, a photo collection curated by Victor Baranuevo Velasco. The collection showcases 90 original vintage press photos that captured the presidency of Ferdinand Marcos Sr. from his rise to power in the mid-1960s to his ouster in the mid-1980s. Emphasis will be placed on the official period of martial law, 1972-1981. The photographs were taken by American and Filipino photojournalists, distributed by international agencies, and published in various U.S. newspapers. They were gathered from the archives of these papers through various auction sites. As early as the 1970s, Filipino Americans have protested in Kimball Park and other public places that reach and engage curious minds. To continue the legacy of Filipino resistance and support the struggle in the Philippines, San Diego’s working class Filipinos and youth continue to organize the local community to express their public outcry over corruption and the stifling of dissent through educational discussions, protests, and political and cultural art. The exhibition features photographs, media, and protest art from Martial Law in the Philippines and the burgeoning movement in the local diaspora (from then and now) to showcase the experiences, agitation, and resistance that culminated under the Marcos regime and how that struggle and legacy continues today.The curation serves as an appreciation of the histories and stories that survive through photographic media arts, and as an inspiration from the ongoing movements of Filipino resistance. Related events: A zine making workshop and discussing of community-based journalism will be held Thursday, Feb. 9 at 5 p.m. Related links: ARTS on Instagram

The women's stories underscore the findings of a recent poll showing significantly more female officeholders in San Diego County face threats than their male counterparts.

Colombian artist Fernando Botero has died at the age of 91. "I don't paint fat women," he once told Spain's El Mundo newspaper, "I am interested in volume, the sensuality of the form."

The strike meant the hosts were sidelined for about five months and their return reminds us that satire helps us process the absurdities of modern life and politics.

Teen Producers Project is an Award-winning program creating filmmakers since 2001! Save $50 with the Early Bird Special when registering before June 1. Scholarships are available! Documentary Filmmaking| Learn the fundamentals of cinema and receive mentorship from industry-professionals. No experience required. This course focuses on the documentary form where you will learn to work as part of a film crew to create a script, scout locations, conduct interviews, shoot professionally, and edit in Adobe Premiere. Narrative Filmmaking| Learn the fundamentals of cinema and receive mentorship from industry-professionals. Experience required. This course focuses on narrative filmmaking where you will learn to work as part of a film crew to write a screenplay, scout locations, create shot lists, cast and direct actors, shoot with our DSLR cameras, and edit in Adobe Premiere.