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"Octavia E. Butler: Seeding Futures" is a room-sized installation that imaginatively embodies writer Octavia E. Butler’s story through a speculative rendering that explores Butler’s childhood inspirations and influences. While interacting with the exhibit, youth and multi-generational audiences will be able to engage in worldmaking to imagine fantastical ways to adapt to and shape change in the future.Leading up to the exhibit, we’ve collaborated with a network of advisors, community partners and artists to envision and plan this exhibit. In August 2023, the New Children's Museum hosted the Seed-to-Tree workshop! Community members attended the gathering for a weekend of art making through different mediums, creative writing, and sharing their ideas for the upcoming exhibit. Thank you to the Seed-to-Tree community who joined us for an imaginative and inspiring weekend! Join us on March 9 at The New Children’s Museum to experience Octavia E. Butler: Seeding Futures! Advising curator: Dr. Ayana Jamieson, founder of the Octavia E. Butler Legacy Network. Seeding Futures Collective: Mithsuca Berry, Cecilia Caballero, Ph.D, Megan Dickerson, Ellamaria Foley-Ray, Ph.D, Lynell George, Ayana Jamieson, Ph.D, Denali Jöel, Shelley Streeby, Ph.D. Related events: 2-3 p.m. March 9 at UC San Diego Park & Market: As part of the opening weekend, guests are invited to a free panel on March 9, from 2 to 3 p.m. Moderated by Dr. Ayana Jamieson (she/her) and including Pasadena-born visual artist American Artist (they/them) and journalist Lynell George (she/her), the conversation will explore the life and legacy of Octavia E. Butler and her far-reaching impact on thought leaders and creatives across disciplines. The event, free and open to the public, will be held at UC San Diego Park & Market. Those interested in attending must RSVP in advance. Related links: New Children's Museum: website | Instagram | Facebook

The "Soultry Sisters" will host their third annual Summer Soulstice celebration this weekend in Carlsbad, a health and wellness festival by and for queer people of color.

The Earworm Eraser is a 40-second audio track specifically designed to banish "Jingle Bells," "All I Want For Christmas Is You" and other much-too-catchy seasonal tunes.

Learn how to make cultured milk products through fermentation, and celebrate summer by indulging in cultured ice cream (dairy and vegan)! This will be an intimate experience (limited to 12 guests). The experience includes: - Introduction to food fermentation and its many health benefits - Demonstration of two styles of kefir (dairy and tibicos or water kefir) - Flight of cultured ice cream flavors (dairy or vegan) - Includes a take-home milk kefir or water kefir culture *Dairy flavors based on milk kefir; vegan flavors are coconut-based and cultured with water kefir Visit: https://fermentersclub.com/shop/cultured-icecream-social-sd/ Fermenters Club on Instagram and Facebook

“The Croome Brothers" embody a mellower, acoustic incarnation, an inspired project stemming from the core essence of Daring Greatly. Pioneered by its original members—Patrick Croome, Liam Croome, and Brayden Tario—this harmonious venture seeks to curate a unique set designed around the art of vocal harmonies and the soulful fusion of acoustic guitar, piano/keyboard, and rhythmically precise cajon percussion. Drawing from their shared musical roots, they intricately weave a captivating tapestry of acoustic charm, evoking nostalgia while introducing a fresh sonic experience.

There's still a week's worth of medals to be handed out, as competitions ramp up in track and field, soccer and boxing. The excitement has yet to begin in breaking, Taekwondo and weightlifting.

Valentina Petrillo fell in love with athletics as a 7-year-old while watching Italian sprinter Pietro Mennea win gold in the 200 meters at the 1980 Moscow Olympics. She wanted to be like him.

It's time to discuss one of the perennial debates of the holiday season. Are real Christmas trees or their fake counterparts more eco-friendly?

Local musicians, artists and chefs are taking over one of San Diego’s busiest neighborhood this weekend. The third annual North Park Music Festival is focusing this year’s sound and feel on music beyond borders.

The Lunar New Year is an important Asian holiday that has been celebrated for thousands of years throughout the world, especially in Asia. San Diego Lunar New Year Festival is a 3-day celebration features dazzling lanterns, folk and traditional performances, arts and cultural exhibitions, lion dances and firecrackers, and plenty of family fun activities for the kids. More importantly, the festival is inclusive and free. Something to look for: improving cultural village, 20-10-foot cherry blossom trees, 20 giant lotus flowers, giant fruits & vegetables market, trail of 12 Asian zodiac, lot of lanterns, floating village on river + a boat & lotus flowers, Kuan Yin oracle, exercise with 9-15 feet dragon dance streamers, live entertainment, a great selection of Asian foods, and more. Stay Connected with Little Saigon San Diego! Facebook & Instagram