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Join us for a captivating journey into the heart of Japanese culture with our unique Kintsugi Experience. Kintsugi, often called “golden joinery,” is more than just an art form; it’s a profound philosophy deeply rooted in Japanese culture. It treats the mending of broken pottery as an artful and spiritual practice, celebrating imperfections and the beauty of resilience. This philosophy aligns closely with the essence of Wabi-Sabi, which embraces life’s imperfections. Our Kintsugi Experience offers you the chance to not only learn about this rich cultural tradition but also to experience it firsthand. You’ll delve into the history and philosophy of Kintsugi, gaining a profound understanding of how it represents life’s journey. You’ll receive all the materials needed, and be guided through the hands-on process. As you mend your own piece of pottery, you’ll discover not only the art of Kintsugi but also the art of self-acceptance and resilience. This isn’t just a class; it’s a cultural immersion and a transformative experience. By participating in our Kintsugi Experience, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of Japanese culture and the profound wisdom that lies within this ancient art form. Materials are included, so all you need to bring is your curiosity and a willingness to engage with a culture that cherishes imperfections as part of life’s beauty. Ages 12+ welcome • Scholarships available • Homeschoolers contact team@sandiegocraft.org for enrollment. • Military and sibling discounts

Susan Orlean is one of the featured authors in this year's Writer's Symposium by the Sea, hosted by Point Loma Nazarene University.

Ballscene House Mother, Grand Dutchess and Miss Montana Two-Spirit Drag Queen Landa Lakes, (J Miko Thomas) will perform traditional Chickasaw Story and Dance that explores the current issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Femmes in the United States, Mexico and Canada. Through the arts of drag, traditional stories and memories of her upbringings, Land Lakes will show what it means to be Chickasaw, and further, a Native American Two-Spirit. This presentation will include dance films, Chickasaw stories, plays and children's dances. Through original music, lip sync and drag performance, Landa Lakes opens the stage for the embodiment of pain and resilience. These performances and offerings are a prayer to heal wounds and bring to light the importance of the intimate and vulnerable Two-Spirit stories. We will conclude with time for a Question-and-Answer session, to discuss Two-Spirit performance, and the futures of Indigenous people’s survivance.    

The singers have criticized "They Don't Know It's Christmas" for perpetuating "damaging stereotypes" of Africans as a charity case. Bob Geldof defends the song. We went to Kibera for comments.

This extraordinary exhibition highlights a special selection of the most highly sought-after works from The Art of Dr. Seuss Collection. In homage to this unique perspective, select works in this exhibition include rare examples signed by Audrey Giesel. The Art of Dr. Seuss project offers a rare glimpse into the artistic life of this celebrated American icon and chronicles almost seven decades of work that, in every respect is uniquely, stylistically, and endearingly Seussian. For more information please visit: ecgallery.com Stay Connected on Facebook

Negotiations over a U.N. treaty to cut plastics have been bogged down. Environmental groups blame the oil and gas industry.

Most city streets were designed around the car, with pedestrian and bike safety an afterthought.

Long wait times to travel north across the Tijuana-San Diego border is an ugly fact of life we've all gotten used to, but now, traffic is jamming up for people going south. In other news, U.S. Representative Darrell Issa is introducing legislation that could make it easier to prosecute fentanyl deaths as homicides. Plus, Queen Bee's Art and Cultural Center is a lively community space and a beacon for artists in North Park, and this month it celebrates its 15th anniversary with a party Tuesday.

The affable, smooth-talking game show host of "Wheel of Fortune," "Love Connection" and "Scrabble" later became a right-wing podcaster.

This weekend in the arts: Contemporary ballet by female choreographers; free theater, dance and poetry; Vivaldi; open artist studios; a desert arts festival; a photographic glimpse into guaranteed basic income and more.