Field Notes: The Cultural Calendar

A journal of cultural discovery, quiet connections, and wandering thoughts.

Rebecca von Damm 12/12/25 Rebecca von Damm 12/12/25

Kitschmastime with Brian and Ryan: A Holiday Celebration of Absurdity, with Laughter, and of course, Kitsch

A Christmas pageant at the Bread & Salt gallery threw silly on its head, in a wonderfully weird way.

Rebecca von Damm 12/4/25 Rebecca von Damm 12/4/25

Rebecca von Damm 10/26/25 Rebecca von Damm 10/26/25

Exploring the San Diego Zine Fest and its main attraction: the zine.

Rebecca von Damm 10/21/25 Rebecca von Damm 10/21/25

From tea tastings to espresso chocolate bars, a day at the San Diego Coffee Festival invited warm aromas, spectacular views, and of course, coffee.