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Paul Combs makes his debut at Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 139th show of Dim Sum & Jazz! Seating Begins at 6 p.m. and the performance from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! About Paul Combs | Paul Combs holds a B.Mus. in composition from the Philadelphia Musical Academy and a M.M. in performance at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. His eclectic career has included performing, composing for theater, film radio and television, and producing and announcing at radio stations in Philadelphia and Boston. From 1986 to 1999 he worked full-time in music education. As a music education activist he was a founding member and two-term Chair of the Society for General Music in Massachusetts (SGMM), and later sat on the Board of the Massachusetts Association for Jazz Education (MAJE). “Paul plays heavenly alto.” Valerie Ridenour – Key West, The Newspaper Most recently Mr. Combs taught wind instruments privately and was on the faculty of the Lowell Jazz Day Camp. He also directed the Jazz Ensemble of the Chelmsford Community Band. While he has retired from teaching, he continues to support music education, and arts education in general, as Vice-President of the SoCal Jazz Society, and a member of the Steering Committee of the Arts Education Resource Organization (AERO). “It was fun playing with you . . .very nice “playing with a singer” chops, besides your sax virtuosity.” – Blaise Lantana, vocalist/radio producer, KJZZ Phoenix A voting member of NARAS (the Grammies), his CDs are currently only available at performances, but will soon be offered at this site. A new CD of little-know and previously unrecorded music written by Tadd Dameron will be released in 2019. Dameronia – the Life and Music of Tadd Dameron, his biography of jazz musician Tadd Dameron, has been published by University of Michigan Press. Now living in the San Diego, CA area, he continues to perform locally, with occasional brief tours. “…one of the region’s premier Jazz sax players.” Martha Ouellette – Stroudwater Live Music Series Like Dim Sum & Jazz? Check out the rest of the schedule here!

Justin & Melonie Grinnell make their debut at Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 138th Session of Dim Sum & Jazz. Seating begins at 6 p.m. and the music from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! About Melonie Grinnell | Melonie Grinnell is an active as an educator and performer. She began studying piano at an early age and has since been recognized for her skills as a pianist, and her abilities as a vocalist, music educator, and musical director. Melonie received her Bachelors of Music degree in Music Education with jazz emphasis from the University of Miami and a Masters of Music performance degree in Jazz Studies from San Diego State University. Additionally, she is on the faculty for the Francis Parker/KSDS 88.3 Summer Jazz Workshop where she teaches jazz piano and co-directs middle school to high school student ensembles. She is also active as an adjudicator for instrumental jazz festivals including the Coronado/COSA Jazz Festival and the KSDS Jazz 88/CMEA festival. About Justin Grinnell | Justin Grinnell is a San Diego-based freelance jazz bassist and music educator. More importantly, he is a husband to pianist/educator Melonie Grinnell and father to their two sons. In addition to performing, Justin maintains an active teaching schedule as adjunct faculty at University of San Diego and Grossmont College, and as faculty for the Francis Parker Annual Summer Jazz Workshop. He has also served as an adjudicator and clinician at local music festivals, such as the Coronado Jazz Festival and the San Diego Bass Fest. Justin received his Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Jazz Performance from San Diego State University while studying with bassists Gunnar Biggs and Bert Turetzky. Justin also achieved ABD (all but dissertation) status for a doctoral degree in Jazz Studies at the University of Southern California. Besides studying privately with Los Angeles' first-call jazz bassist, Darek Oles, Justin's enrollment at USC gave him the opportunity to study with internationally-recognized jazz artists Peter Erskine, Russ Ferrante, Bob Mintzer, and Alan Pasqua. Like Dim Sum & Jazz? Check out the rest of the schedule here!

Discover the power of sisterhood, bravery, and friendship in the darkest of circumstances… In the latest historical novel by Heather Morris, New York Times and international bestselling author of "The Tattooist of Auschwitz", "Cilka’s Journey", and "Three Sisters". Joining us all the way from Australia, Heather is looking forward to meeting you at Broken Yolk Cafe in Carmel Mountain Plaza for a delicious brunch and stimulating conversation as we discuss her latest novel, "Sisters Under the Rising Sun", a novel of sisterhood, bravery and friendship in the darkest of circumstances,. Your Adventure includes brunch, coffee, tax, gratuity, and an opportunity to meet Heather up close and personal in an intimate setting. Tickets must be purchased online, two options available: Event Registration w/ discounted hardcover book - This option includes event and a discounted hc copy of "Sisters Under the Rising Sun" to be delivered to the event for signing. Due to the special nature of this event, no refunds will be given after January 13, 2024 or for no-shows. Event Only - This option is for the event only. Books sold separately. Due to the special nature of this event, no refunds are available after January 13, 2024, or for no-shows.

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Discover healing and transformation through the Compassion Practice! This accessible 3-week online course will introduce you to the Compassion Practice, and how you can integrate this meditative practice into your daily life. During our three sessions on November 27th, December 4th, and December 11th (6:30 - 8:00 p.m. PT), we'll gather virtually to explore the foundational principles behind the Compassion Practice and discover practices you can use to start making compassion a way of life. Led by Dale Suggs, MDiv, Certified Facilitator of the Compassion Practice, Certified Spiritual Director, and Co-Founder of the BELOVED Compassion Network. For more information visit: belovedcompassionnetwork.org

New York Times bestselling author Matthew Quirk continues to deliver high-stakes thrillers in his new book, "Inside Threat", which imagines a White House under attack from the inside and follows the loyal agent singularly capable of saving the country. In fact, his books are so exciting that Netflix produced a ten-episode series based on his previous novel, "The Night Agent". Now, for the first time, you can join Matthew at the Carlsbad City Library for a screening of the first episode of the Netflix series, which combines the plot of Matt’s book with showrunner Shawn Ryan’s story about the Secret Service and high political intrigue. An author presentation will follow, with Matt discussing his new thriller, "Inside Threat". You won’t want to miss this combined film screening/book presentation Adventure. Your Adventure will include the film screening of the first episode of "The Night Agent", author presentation, Q&A, and book signing.

Quan Huynh is the Executive Director of Defy Ventures, a nonprofit whose vision is to shift mindsets to give people with criminal histories their best shot at a second chance. After spending 22 years in and out of prison, Quan was paroled from a life sentence in 2015 and created his first company six months later. The following year, he received the Peace Fellowship Award for his work with the Alternatives to Violence Project. Quan has been featured in Entrepreneur, PBS Newshour and Talks at Google. He will discuss his work, entrepreneurial success and his biography, Sparrow in the Razor Wire, as well as share his testimony on the Asian-American experience with gangs and confinement in the California Department of corrections. His discussion will expand our understanding of mentorship, resiliency and success. Sponsorship: Project Rebound and Sociology Department Follow Quan Huyuh: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Come celebrate the opening of our 45th Season with the Juilliard trained, genre-smashing trio, TAKE3 (violin, cello, piano). Known for their infectious and down-to-earth onstage personalities, the group has left an indelible mark on captivated crowds around the country with their arrangements of familiar favorites, Americana and pop hits - their pieces range from Beethoven to the Beatles, Leonard Cohen to Willie Nelson, and more. Expect a brilliant display of technique and musicianship! Follow TAKE3 on Instagram!

Join us as we celebrate our 10-year milestone of community education, empowerment, engagement and cultural appreciation. We will also recognize extraordinary Filipina women, our Pamana Awardees, who are making an imprint in our community, and whose accomplishments serve as an inspiration to women everywhere. Enjoy a formal dinner, silent auction, entertainment and dancing to the live band, The Dream Team, an ensemble of local, all-star musicians especially formed for our Gala. Proceeds will provide scholarships for our Silayan Filipina’s Karilagan Youth Leadership Program and special community projects. This formal/black tie event promises to be a very special evening. Visit https://silayanfilipina.com/Gala2023 for more details.

Get a taste of Italy during this one-night-only Italian Christmas Eve tradition, the Feast of the Seven Fishes at Garibaldi, located on the third floor of the InterContinental San Diego. Known for its Italian-isle inspired cuisine, Garibaldi is bringing this age-old Southern Italian Christmas Eve tradition to San Diego, centered around sustainable seafood. Guests will enjoy a seafood buffet featuring seven sustainably sourced seafood dishes alongside classic antipasto and salads. Seafood dishes include Yellowfin Tuna Tartare with Sturgeon Caviar, Octopus Potato Salad, Shellfish Blue Zone Minestrone, Sheepshead Acqua Pazza, Smoked Trout Gnudi, Malloreddus al Tonno and Swordfish alla Ghiotta. This decadent feast is finished off with a sinful dessert bar featuring Pistachio Cake, Myrtle Panna Cotta, and Cassata Siciliana Ricotta Cheesecake. Every pair of guests will receive a bottle of “Samas” wine from Sardinian winemaker, Agricola Punica, and a complimentary bag of raw housemade pasta, to create their own Sardinian inspired feast at home. Guests can either dine inside Garibaldi’s indoor dining room or stay cozy on the waterfront terrace with complimentary luxe branded heavy jackets and blankets. Priced at $105 per person, reservations are available via Garibaldi’s website or Resy.