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A San Diego professor's novel, "Cities of Women," explores the similarities and differences between medieval and present-day women. Plus, all you need to know about what to do in San Diego this weekend.

Here are photos from the energized campaigns leading up to Sunday's Venezuelan election. Now, with both sides claiming victory, there's a sense of uncertainty.

Farm to Table(aux) is a beautiful, creative event featuring farm-to-table food; live, interactive art; and artisanal cocktails. Mingle and watch artists work on their paintings during a cocktail soiree, then move inside for a 3-course dinner featuring fresh, locally-sourced food and boutique wines. Enjoy live entertainment, including music and inspiring speeches from local youth. This event benefits Reality Changers, a nonprofit organization which prepares youth to become first-generation college graduates and agents of change in their communities. Guests will have the opportunity to enter a mystère box raffle and bid on exciting auction items. Featuring the work of local artist Suzanne Merritt.

Vance lamented the country being run by "a bunch of childless cat ladies," including Vice President Harris. The trope has dogged women since the Middle Ages.

Customs and Border Protection abruptly closed the Ped-West pedestrian crossing in San Ysidro Thursday. In other news, as the world marks Democracy Day, the United States’ system of representative government is under attack. KPBS explores how the pillars of democracy are holding up in San Diego County. Plus, we have details on some weekend arts events happening in San Diego County.

This week, Wait Wait is live in Seattle with special guest J. Kenji Lopez-Alt and panelists Luke Burbank, Shantira Jackson, and Jessi Klein.

Our inaugural Chula Vista Art Fest is a free-to-attend public event that will take place Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the City Hall courtyard located at 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista 91910. Chula Vista Art Fest promises a dynamic and engaging experience for attendees, highlighting the talent of local artists from Chula Vista and the South Bay community. This unique celebration will feature a variety of activities and attractions, including: Arts & Crafts Market: Discover and purchase one-of-a-kind creations from dozens of local vendors. Art Exhibitions: Immerse yourself in a world of creativity with quality paintings, drawings, designs, photography, and prints from local artists. Live Music: Enjoy a variety of music genres from talented local bands Sandollar, Firefly Jazz Quartet, Perla Negra, Slapbak, and Headmaster. Dance Performance: Experience a special Elton John-inspired dance performance by Inspire School of Ballet, one of Chula Vista's own local performing arts organizations. Interactive Art: Engage with interactive art installations that invite you to be a part of the creative process. Live Painting: Witness artists in action as they transform blank canvases into vibrant works of art. Food Trucks: Satisfy your taste buds with a variety of delicious food.

Dorothy Black invites you to join her and her family for Christmas Eve at 1222 Oceanfront. The festive evening features all of the Black family’s traditions including an abundance of delicious food, dancing, skits, and the singing of new, original holiday songs mixed with re-imagined carols. And lots of love, because it’s family. The evening may also include a bit of drama because, well, it’s family. But seriously, how much drama can there be on Christmas Eve? Visit: https://newvillagearts.org/1222_oceanfront-2023/ New Village Arts on Facebook / Instagram

From the gallery: ONE, Quint’s Logan Heights satellite space, will exhibit Light & Space artist Robert Irwin’s #7 x 8' (Blue Lou 2), a 2015 work which reflects his ongoing exploration of light, shadow, reflection, and color as material and tools for perception. Blue Lou 2 stems from the artist’s return to a studio practice which experiments with sculpture employing vertically-mounted fluorescent light bulbs wrapped in layers of theatrical gels, while continuing to expand upon his installation practice. Irwin’s inquiries into perception have expanded the definition of artmarking to include “site-conditional” art, which responds to the surrounding environment while drawing attention away from the materials themselves and removing the separation between the artwork and the space itself. These ephemeral viewing experiences and architectural interventions in both indoor and outdoor sites have defined his 60-year career and enduring legacy in contemporary art. About the artist: Born in 1928 in Long Beach, California and a longtime resident of San Diego, Robert Irwin has completed numerous permanent installations around the world, including 1° 2° 3° 4° (1997) at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, which blurred the space between the gallery and ocean by cutting four windows to expose the space to exterior light, air, smells, and sounds. In 2016, Irwin’s large-scale permanent installation and courtyard design Untitled (dawn to dusk) opened at the Chinati Foundation in Marfa, Texas, occupying a dilapidated former hospital building measuring approximately 10,000 square feet. Irwin divided the building’s interior into two wings—making one wing dark and the other light through the employment of evenly spaced windows and scrims bisecting each side. Irwin has also completed numerous site-conditioned landscape design projects, including the Central Gardens at the J. Paul Getty Center, Los Angeles and the plaza at the San Diego Federal Courthouse through the GSA Art + Architecture program, among others. Related links: Quint Gallery website | Instagram | Contact

Pacific Arts Movement presents the 24th Annual San Diego Asian Film Festival from Nov. 2 - 11, 2023, the largest showcase of Asian and Asian American cinema in North America. As a delightful addition to this year's festival, Pac Arts presents "CHEW THE SCENE," San Diego's premier Asian American food event, which will take place on November 10 at the newly renovated Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego in La Jolla. This culinary extravaganza will feature tastings from over a dozen of San Diego's top AAPI chefs, restaurants, and vendors, all showcasing their unique takes on Asian American cuisine. The event will follow the San Diego Asian Film Festival's awards presentation, where we will be honoring the festival's top films. The culinary celebration immediately follows the San Diego Asian Film Festival's filmmaker awards. An independent jury selects winners in categories like Narrative Feature, Documentary Feature, and more. The George C. Lin Emerging Filmmaker Award is given to a first-time feature filmmaker who embodies the spirit of George C. Lin, former Program Director of the San Diego Asian Film Festival who passed away in 2008. Additional awards at the festival include the Digital Pioneer Award, Lifetime Achievement Award, and Audience Award for new feature films. These honors celebrate excellence in filmmaking and pay tribute to influential figures in the industry. This year's event promises an exquisite culinary experience, featuring tastings from over a dozen of San Diego's top Asian and Asian American chefs, restaurants, and vendors. These established maestros and rising stars will present their unique interpretations of Asian American cuisine and personal food journeys through culinary storytelling. Some of the finest establishments in San Diego's culinary scene will be joining us for this spectacular evening, including: Crab Hut Crazy Duck Fan-Fan Kingfisher Kusina Lia's Lumpia Malahat Spirits Snoice Sovereign Modern Thai Cuisine Taste of Hunan Zen A Modern Asian Bistro And more exciting participants to be announced! Exclusive Access to "FORMATIONS" by Kelly Akashi As an added bonus, event attendees will enjoy free admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego's latest exhibition, "FORMATIONS" by Japanese American artistKelly Akashi. Akashi's art is a captivating exploration of form and material, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary perspectives. FORMATIONS promises to immerse visitors in a world of unique sensory experiences and provoke thought-provoking conversations about the intersection of art, culture, and the human experience. Tickets and Information: Don't miss this opportunity to savor the finest Asian American cuisine and celebrate the vibrant tapestry of our communities. Tickets are available now at sdaff.org. Get ready for a night of culinary discovery, cultural celebration, and cinematic excellence. Empowering Young Storytellers through Reel Voices Proceeds of the Chew The Scene gala provides crucial support for Pac Art's Reel Voices high school documentary filmmaking program, which centers on youth storytelling. Attending this extraordinary event not only treats your palate to unforgettable flavors but also contributes to the empowerment of the next generation of storytellers. Pac Art’s keystone educational program, Reel Voices is a high school documentary filmmaking initiative that focuses on empowering young filmmakers to tell their stories. This program provides opportunities for students to learn and develop their filmmaking skills, including pre-production, production, and post-production processes. Through Reel Voices, students gain hands-on experience in creating documentary films, often centered on themes relevant to their lives and communities. The program not only fosters creativity but also helps students explore important issues and narratives, providing a platform for their voices to be heard through the medium of film. Pacific Arts Movement on Facebook / Instagram