TeenSpace Hosts Introduction to Turntablism Event
Teens Invited to Learn the Basics of Turntablism at San Diego Public Library
San Diego Public Library’s TeenSpace at Central Library will host a free Introduction to Turntablism program on Tuesday, December 11, 2012 from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. The event will consist of a live demonstration as well as instruction on how to use turntables as musical instruments. No preregistration is required.
The Introduction to Turntablism program will be led by two well-respected local DJs, Tenshun and Existence76. Topics covered will be the mechanics of turntablism, the type of equipment needed, the basics of scratching, how to get started as a DJ, and more. Attendees will be encouraged to go hands-on with the equipment and try out such techniques as scratching and mixing. There will also be an opportunity to ask the instructors questions.
About the instructors: Tenshun has released many positively-received albums on a variety of formats and has worked with artists such as Stuntdouble, Babel Fishh, and Skrapez. Existence76 is a long-time member of Homegrown Blends, a collective of artists and musicians dedicated to the promotion and creation of products built from an independent and freethinking work ethic rooted in a love of music, art and apparel.
Learn about other events at the San Diego Public Library’s Central Library and 35 branches, find links to numerous additional resources, or search for materials in the Library’s catalog online at www.sandiegolibrary.org
Northwest Civic Association Holiday Party
On Wednesday, December 12th at 6 pm Northwest Civic Association will host its annual holiday party/fundraiser at Mangia Italiano on Third restaurant, 248 Third Ave, Chula Vista. Our recently departed board member, the late Ted Kennedy, was passionate about assisting the homeless. In his honor, we encourage everyone to bring a cash donation (checks okay) to benefit Interfaith Shelter Network, a non-profit organization which provides shelter and resources to homeless Chula Vistans in need.Everyone is welcome.
Global Photography Movement, “Help-Portrait” Gives Back to Needy San Diego Families
Youth media literacy program, Outside the Lens to lead the project
On Saturday, December 8th, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Barrio Logan College Institute (1807 Main Street, San Diego, CA92113), local professional photographers and community volunteers will participate in the international charity movement called Help-Portrait to provide free holiday portraits to needy individuals and families.
Organized locally by the youth media literacy program Outside the Lens and in collaboration with the Barrio Logan College Institute the event will include participation by five professional photographers and the Outside the Lens Youth Council. Over 100 hundred families are expected to participate in the opportunity. Anyone interested in receiving a free holiday portrait contact Outside the Lens at 858-349-7578.
