Queering up the movies

For the last few weeks, I have been passing movie theaters advertising Before Midnight, the third in the series of talky romances starring Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy. I’ve heard that it’s fantastic, the best of the three; and the other two are considered minor classics. But I didn’t go. I am so sick of…

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Beer, sake and sushi: pure heaven!

Beer, sake and sushi! We were in heaven at the Japan Society’s 11th annual Beer and Sake Festival. It was held at the San Diego Marriott Del Mar June 27. Microbreweries and sake manufacturers poured samples of their best products including Japanese rice wine. Caterers and restaurants served various appetizers, sushi, salads and desserts. Chefs…

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Art, Pride and other things

Pride weekend is here once more and with it comes a plethora of artistic activity to choose from and this does not necessarily mean pictures in galleries and performances in theaters. Pride, both the parade on Saturday and the two day festival is an opportunity for the local community (plus thousands of out of town…

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The City: Top to Bottom

thursday, july 11 TNT: Chromatic This summer the Museum becomes a chromatic canvas at TNT, the Museum’s signature art and music mash-up. Dive deeper into art with tours, art-making activities, live music on the plaza, tasty cocktails, and delicious bites from MIHO Gastrotruck. Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate Liza Lou: Color Field. Also check…

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