This is an ongoing list of online activities and local in-person events.
lecture and study
• Pen to Paper Writing Class Held every Thursday at 1:00 pm at La Jolla/Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. Weekly classes are open to her 18+ writers of all experience levels. free. (858) 552-1657
family and children
• At La Jolla/Riford Library and Warwick’s bookstore: Matt de la Peña book launch Friday, August 26 at 10:00 a.m. 7555 Draper Ave. Newbery laureate de la Peña debuts new picture book Patchwork, reads the story, discusses his inspiration and writing process, and signs copies of the book. Free; books will be available for purchase. lajolllibrary.org
Health & fitness
buddhi yoga gift “Flexibility and Mobility—Lower and Hip Deep Stretch Workshop with Jeny Dawson” Saturday, August 27, 1:00 p.m., 7843 Girard Ave., La Jolla. $65 in advance, $75 on the day.buddhiyogalj.com
• Gift of Nataraja Meditation and Yoga Center “Guided Meditation and Open Talk” Monday, August 29 at 5:45 pm, online and in person in La Jolla. Meditation teacher Erhard Vogel discusses living a self-powered life. Free; accepts donations. Call Pam at (858) 395-4033 by Sunday, August 28 to reserve a place and receive an address.
• Gifts from La Jolla Woman’s Club “Gentle Yoga” It’s 11:30 am on Thursday and the address is 7791 Draper Ave. Weekly classes are for all levels and are open to the public. $15.
art and culture
• La Jolla Music Society Giveaway “Finale: Transformation” at 7:30 pm Friday, August 26, 7600 Fay Ave. The ensemble performance concludes Music Society’s SummerFest series. $53 and up. theconrad.org/events
• Adventures with book gifts “Immersed in Reading” Online, Thursday, August 25, at 4 p.m. Writer Jamie Beck talks about her book Take It From Me. The series continues her Thursday, September 1 at 4 p.m., with author Gil Paul discussing her book The Manhattan Girls: A Novel of Dorothy Parker and Her Friends. Free; copies of the book will be available for purchase. bit.ly/3pfmf7h
• La Jolla Community Center and La Jolla Art Association art demonstration Thursday, August 25, at 4:00 pm, 6811 La Jolla Blvd. Artist Sherry Roper will demonstrate how to paint a still life in oil using indirect painting techniques. Free; registration required. ljcommunitycenter.org/art-receptions
Warwick’s Bookstore introduces author Joyce Carol Oates online Thursday, August 25th.
(Nicholas Calcott)
Warwick’s bookstore introduces authors Joyce Carol Oates Online Thursday, August 25th at 5pm. Oates discusses her new book Babysitting with writer Paula McClain. warwicks.com/event/oates-2022
• Bill Toon Founder ofeco life conservationwill be held on Thursday, August 25 at 5:30 PM at the Artemis Gallery, 1152 Prospect Street, La Jolla. Thun discusses and signs his book, About Wings of the Condor, and is offered wine and cheese. free.
• force friday jazz series Christopher Hollyday on sax, Rob Thorsen on bass, and Melonie Grinnell on piano perform “Rhythm in a Riff: The Music of Billy Eckstine” at the La Jolla Community Center on Friday, August 26 at 6811 La Jolla Blvd. The reception begins at 7:00 PM and the concert begins at 8:00 PM. Community Center members $22 in advance for him and $25 for non-members. $30 at the door. ljcommunitycenter.org/ffjs
• Exhibition by L&G Project “Here Comes The Sun” Until Saturday, August 27th, the address is 7940 Herschel Ave., La Jolla. The show features the work of Israeli artist Orit Fuchs. free. landprojects.com
• Giveaway from RB Stevenson Gallery “Multiple Insights” Until Saturday, August 27th at 7661 Girard Ave., La Jolla. This exhibition presents paintings and sculptures by selected gallery artists. free. rbstevensongallery.com
• Giveaway at La Jolla Playhouse “Butterfly (and Coyote) Fandango” Starts Tuesday, August 30th at 7:30 PM at 2910 La Jolla Village Drive. Inspired by interviews with immigrants from Latin America, the piece celebrates the resilience and camaraderie that can be built when strangers become friends and friends become family.The show will premiere on his Sunday, September 25 will be held until $25 and up. lajollaplayhouse.org
• The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library is 30th Annual Jury Exhibition Until Friday, September 2nd, at 1008 Wall St., La Jolla. Selected artists will exhibit their work. free. ljathenaeum.org
• B free studio gift “Turning Tides” Until Saturday, September 3rd, at 7857 Girard Ave., La Jolla.Exhibition of works by 12 female artists female artist time. free. bfreestudio.net
• Gifts from the La Jolla Historical Society “Lesbian voice” On display at 780 Prospect Street through Sunday, September 4th. The exhibit aims to remind viewers of the continued presence of Native Americans in Southern California and some of the art they create.free. lajollahistory.org
• Giveaways from the Quint Gallery “New Sculpture” Until Saturday, September 17th, at 7655 Girard Ave., La Jolla. The exhibit features work by San Diego artists Adam Belt and Christopher Pugio and Bay Area artist Chris Thorson. free. quintgallery.com
Works by Mark Sherman, Eileen Mandel, and Beverly Bullock are included in art exhibitions at the La Jolla Community Center and the La Jolla Art Association through Monday, October 10.
(Courtesy of La Jolla Community Center)
• La Jolla Community Center and La Jolla Art Association Art exhibition Monday, October 10th through 6811 La Jolla Blvd. The exhibit features nearly 50 works by local artists Beverly Bullock, Chris Conroe, Dan Kilgore, Eileen Mandel, Jose Luis Nunez and Mark Sherman. free. ljcommunitycenter.org
• La Jolla/Riford Libraryphoto exhibition By Jordan Burdin featuring portraits and stories of homeless people in the area, through Saturday, October 15, 7555 Draper Ave. The library will simultaneously collect donations of socks and hygiene products. free. lajolllibrary.org
gala and event
St. James by the Sea Episcopal Church is hosting its 90th Annual White Elephant Sale in La Jolla starting Friday, August 26th.
(Credit: St. James-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church)
• St. James-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church Announces 90th Annualwhite elephant saleFriday, August 26, from 5pm at 743 Prospect St., La Jolla. “First Choice Nights” give guests their first choice of donations to purchase and offer complimentary wine and appetizers. $15 up front, $20 on the day. “This sale” starts at 9:00 am on Saturday, August 27th. After 1pm, the rest of the items are half price. At 3:30 p.m., guests can purchase Mystery Bags for $5.00. Proceeds from past sales have helped nonprofits with everything from providing baby products for military families to providing furniture for low-income seniors. bit.ly/stjameswes2022
• Exhibits at the San Diego Museum of Contemporary Art“The Gala @ MCASD”Saturday, September 10, at 5 p.m., 700 Prospect Street, La Jolla. The fundraising event previews the museum’s upcoming exhibition, “Alexis Smith: The American Way,” and includes dinner and more.$600 and up. mcasd.org/galla
• Presented by La Jolla’s Social Services League“Memories of September 2022”Wednesday, September 21, at 5:00 pm at Darlington House, 7441 Olivetas Street. Fundraising activities include food, music and Silent His auction items. Proceeds will be donated to League House Senior Housing. $100. RSVP by Thursday, September 1st. ssloflj.org
Have an event (online or in person) you’d like to see here? Email your leads to efrausto@lajollalight.com. ◆
