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Back by popular demand! Jazzgrass is an exciting band dedicated to toe-tappin’, accessible music, honoring the traditions of bluegrass, Appalachian music, Americana and the jazz composers who have their ears attuned our rural homeland. Jazzgrass will be performing music written by Jerry Douglas, Bela Fleck, Pat Metheny, Dave Grusin, Barnaby Finch, Natalie McMaster, the Allman Brothers and many more. Jazzgrass was put together in 1999 by Barnaby Finch to honor the newer and more progressive side of Bluegrass music. Jazzgrass originally had Sean and Sara Watkins, who soon became very famous with Nickel Creek, and Kevin Hennessy on bass. Nickel Creek burst onto the scene, and that was the end of that lineup. In 2011, Barnaby wanted to perform this type of music again and recruited some talented locals to play. There's Don Reed on mandolin, dobro, and guitar--a famous Idyllwild virtuoso who's performed with J.J. Cale, Dick Dale, Ian Tyson, and Jackie de Shannon. Then Lily McCabe on fiddle--a talented young lady with a gorgeous tone, who plays for the Troubadours at the Ramona Festival, and with her partner, Wayne Cameron, is in a popular duo called "Swift Pony." On bass is Bill Saitta--one of the busiest musicians in the Coachella Valley, and Andy Fraga Jr. on drums--the son of piano legend Andy Fraga Sr, who is a very busy virtuoso himself. Rounding out the band is veteran ace Sean Longstreet, who has a long list of credits. Sean is an accomplished educator and is involved with the Diamond Valley Arts Council in Hemet. Pianist Barnaby Finch is the musical director, with credits ranging from George Benson, Lee Ritenour, Tom Scott, Lionel Richie, and many others. If you don't like the music, it's Barnaby's fault. For more information visit: encinitaslibfriends.org

In this series of six free-standing workshops, we’ll look at writing the memoir from six different perspectives. Our inquiries will explore uncovering theme and sculpting a structure; we’ll look at different techniques access and write memories, teasing out why they are important and which matter to your story. In another session we’ll practice capturing and expanding small moments that carry deep meaning; and in another, delve into how to transit time through flashback, memory, and scene. Our explorations will review the effective use of voice moving from then to now and back again, and finally, we’ll consider various techniques of fiction writing that can bring our story alive. Participants can sign up for the entire series, select several workshops, or take any single course. The series of lectures will take place online via Zoom on Mondays from May 2 through June 20. Workshops include: • Monday, May 2 – Theme and Structure in Memoir • Monday, May 9 – Speak, Memory • Monday, May 16 – From Moments to Memoir • Monday, June 6 – I Then, I Now: Voices in Memoir • Monday, June 13 – Time in Memoir: A Chronology of Its Own • Monday, June 20 – Fiction Techniques in Memoir Register here! Members: $36 per session Non-members: $42 per session For more information, please visit sandiegowriters.org/online-six-ways-of-looking-at-memoir-a-potpourri-of-techniques-for-memoir-writers-judy-reeves or call (619) 696-0363.

And not just toddlers — infants and preschoolers too. A new effort aims to help the 4 million college students raising kids by putting Head Start programs on community college campuses.

Join California Center for the Arts in partnership with SIP Wine & Beer to celebrate Hip-Hop and R&B. Dance, laugh and reminisce to your favorite hits while enjoying our curated lineup of libations and spring vibes. Hip-Hop aficionado Dale Da Dred is a resident nightlife curator. With heavy hitters such as Erik B and Rakim, Del la Soul, and Dr. Dre on rotation, Dred brings the party! June 10 from 7-11 p.m. artcenter.org/event/dj-dale-da-dred-dorsett

Our picks for theater, ballet and comedy to take advantage of ticket discounts during the month of March for San Diego Theatre Month, a program of the San Diego Performing Arts League.

Yes they are still kickin', don't write em off just yet as these two aren't done sharin' what the good lord give em...their love and passion for music! Two of the most well know musicians in the region, Larry Vineyard and Danny Cairfali join forces to create one of the best duo acts around. With over 200 years of experience between the two of them...and the listener gets the benefit of their talents. Great set list, great vocals and great fun.

Improv at the Brooks hosts The Tarnished Nobles, a team made up of seasoned improvisers from Irreverent Improv and American Improv Theatre. This show will be a fun evening of improvised comedy based completely on audience suggestions. Professional improviser, actor, and writer Jeff Ringgold will be hosting the evening of side-splitting laughter. Tickets: $15 public; $10 for OTC improv students. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

This screening is made possible with the support of the Goethe-Institut Los Angeles and is part of the Kino! Germany Now! Film Series. Director: Andreas Dresen | Runtime: 119 minutes | Year: 2022 | Rating: Unrated | Country: Germany / France | Languages: German, Turkish w/ English subtitles, English| Fiction Genre: Fiction About the film: October 2001. Bremen, Germany. For Rabie Kurnaz (Kaptan), a loving wife and mother, her close-knit Turkish-German immigrant family is the center of her world. Shortly after her oldest son Murat (Öztürk) goes missing, the Kurnaz’ learn that he has been arrested in Pakistan, detained without trial and sent to the Guauntanomo Bay Detention Camp as a suspected terrorist. Rabiye immediately springs into action, but soon finds herself alone and out of her depth. Things change for the dedicated, albeit impulsive and impatient Rabiye, when she finds Bernhard Docke (Scheer), a level-headed human rights lawyer, who takes on her case. Together, the two find themselves enmeshed in global politics as they battle for the release of her son, all the way to the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C. Veteran filmmaker Andreas Dresen skillfully directs Kaptan’s award-winning blend of drama and humor in her portrayal of the real Rabiye Kurnaz. Laila Stieler’s award-winning screenplay captures Kurnaz’ determination and dedication to her family and justice.

Lakehouse Resort, located on the 80 acres recreational Lake San Marcos, is bringing back a summer of unforgettable music with its Summer Concert Series on the lakeside stage. Paying tribute to one of the greatest musicians of all time, Elton John, Elton Dan and the Rocket Band will have everyone on their feet on Saturday, July 15. Each concert is performed on the Lakeside Lawn with all lawn seating, so guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or low-back chair. Admission: Tickets are $45. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

International fire and lightning entertainment company SkyFire Arts presents “Infinite Energy," an electrifying, transformational event where science, technology, art, and magic converge. On October 7, 2023, from noon to 1 a.m., the Encore Event Center in San Diego will come alive with Tesla coil lightning performances, interactive workshops, flow arts, dance, DJs, merchants, and food vendors during this family-friendly experience. Infinite Energy is an entertainment showcase, a dance party, and a fundraising gala for Climate Change all wrapped up into one spectacular evening of visual and audible inspiration! Guests should bring an open mind, their dancing shoes, and their unshakable will to help save the planet. We expect the connections made at this event to lead to the creation of incredible artistic collaborations that support a better tomorrow. SkyFire Arts will donate 15 percent of the event’s profits to organizations addressing climate change, including Project Drawdown. SkyFire Arts signature experience features giant Tesla coils that create 7-foot-long arcs of crackling electricity on stage. Performers dance with half-a-million volts of high-frequency electrical current pulsing at 5,000 degrees Fahrenheit, over half as hot as the surface of the sun. These movement artists create a mesmerizing display, telling a heroic story using real lightning, fire, and cutting-edge LED technology. Play with Lightning Contest: Contestants can apply to win one of 10 VIP tickets to “Infinite Energy” and participate in the “Become a Lightning Superhero Scholarship” contest. The grand prize winner will have the unique chance to put on the high-voltage suit and throw Tesla lightning bolts. To enter, contestants can apply between Aug. 8 – Sept. 8 using this link. “Infinite Energy will be a feast for the senses, including your sense of purpose. Not only are we showcasing an incredibly rare and powerful style of performance art, but we’re also offering immersive lightning experiences, interactive workshops, community craft vendors and a dance party to benefit our planet and future generations. It will be a totally unique and awe-inspiring experience for all,” said SkyFire Arts Founder and CEO Michael Ravenwood. Infinite Energy is produced by SkyFire Arts, a collective of world-class flow artists, fire performers, and extraordinary Tesla coil superheroes who throw lightning bolts! This event is for movement and flow artists, climate change activists, makers & technology enthusiasts, entertainment industry achievers, and folks who just want to dance to good music and watch electrifying cirque & science theater.