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On Friday, July 25, Songwriter Sanctuary will host a special edition performance of its monthly series in celebration of Disability Pride Month featuring artists with lived experiences and/or deep ties to the disability community, including Espi Love, The Bella Lunas, and Miranda Ramos with Dylan Razwick. The event is hosted by the legendary Jeff Berkley in partnership with Normal Heights United. (4650 Mansfield St. Suggested Donation $10. All ages. Doors 6:30 p.m., Music 7 p.m.) Disabled people are one of the largest, most diverse, and most excluded groups in our society. But the problem isn’t disability itself; it’s the ableism (both overt and unintentional) baked into our spaces and systems. Through story and song, we’ll explore how access, care, and inclusion can create a better world for all of us - because anyone can become disabled at any time, and increased access is a lifelong practice! Come celebrate the power and pride of this vibrant community! ASL Interpreters and reserve seating area for Deaf/Hard of Hearing folks will be provided. Please visit the accessibility section below for additional access needs and/or email mollyrose@nhunited.org by July 18. About the Artists Miranda Ramos: (accompanied by Dylan Razwick): Two-time 2024 Best of San Diego Winner in the categories of Best Country Musician & Singer/Songwriter and 2025 San Diego Music Award Nominee Miranda Ramos is a one of a kind artist who believes that a song isn't just sung, it must be performed. Drawing inspiration from her County and Rock roots, Miranda's songwriting is honest and relatable. She performs with her full band, as an acoustic duo or trio covering top 40 music and originals in the county genre with some pop, rock, and alternative hits thrown in (because why not?), and is the lead female vocalist in ALT2K San Diego's Premier Alt Rock Cover Band. The Bella Lunas: Kismet brought The Bella Lunas together in San Diego, California in 2022 and the vibrant trio immediately bonded over their love of music, creativity and American Sign Language. Rhea, a versatile singer-songwriter and ASL Interpreter, showcases her powerful, raw musical talent and exceptional vocals. Sheena, a CODA (Child of a Deaf Adult), brings her velvety vocals and passion for perfectly blended harmonies. Lily, a Deaf artist, wowed the other ladies with her unique ASL rhythmic renditions of visual music. Rhea and Sheena's voices and instruments blend together in angelic harmonies, weaving intricate patterns of sound that captivate audiences. Yet it is Lily, a Deaf artist and performer, who introduces a completely new dimension with American Sign Language. They are graceful together with the music as it creates a mesmerizing experience you can see, hear, and feel. Espi Love: Espi Love is a local poet who residing on traditional Kumeyaay land (San Diego, CA). They're also a vocalist, actress, model, and competitive dancer, and crochet artist. Espi believes in art as a form of not only creative expression but protest, resistance, whimsy in a world that tells us to leave our playfulness behind. Event Details Location: Normal Heights United Church - 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego, CA 92116. Thank you to our generous venue partner for sharing this beautiful space with the local music community! Time: Doors 6:30 p.m., Show 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. ish. Suggested Donation: $10, but please be generous in your support of these top tier talents whose creative work is their livelihood. 100% donations go to artists. No one turned away for lack of funds. All Ages: Bear in mind we do not censor our artists so please make sure to check out the lineup and make the best decision for your family. Parking: Street parking Food/Drink: Beverages for small purchase, thanks to our sponsors! Duck Foot Brewing Company. Guests are welcome to bring food into the venue (please eat and dispose of waste respectfully) Accessibility: ASL interpreters and reserved seating for Deaf/Hard of Hearing folks provided. Sensory station in foyer includes single use masks, ear plugs, and hand sanitizer. Venue runs two Corsi-Rosenthal box fan filters during the event. Please direct any additional venue accessibility requests to Molly mollyrose(at)nhunited(dot)org at least (5) business days prior to the event. Remaining 2025 Season Schedule *subject to change Aug. 29 - Claire King - Hailey Wetzel - Lexi Pulido Sept. 26 - Joe Summers - Grainne Hunt - Helena Holleran Oct. 24 - Shea Givens - Kevin Cooper - Anthony Cullins Dec 5. - Holiday Edition! - JT Moring - Cara Cormier - David Beldock and Peggy Watson For inquiries, media comps, or further information, please contact: Lindsay White lindsaywhite.music@gmail.com Songwriter Sanctuary on Instagram

Throughout the year, Vanity Fair writer Chris Whipple interviewed some of the people closest to President Trump. We speak with Whipple about his talks with White House chief of staff Susie Wiles.

SD Small Business Forum Presents the 10th Annual IB Halloween Market The SD Small Business Forum is thrilled to announce the return of one of the South Bay’s favorite fall events — the 10th Annual IB Halloween Market! This spook-tacular celebration will take place on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, at 829 Seacoast Drive, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This fun-filled, family-friendly Halloween market brings together the best of local vendors, community spirit, and festive fun. Attendees can look forward to: Trick-or-Treating for kids of all ages Shopping with local artisan vendors Raffles and giveaways Music Come dressed in your Halloween best and join us for a day of ghoulish delight and community celebration. Whether you're looking for unique handmade goods, spooky sweets, or just a fun afternoon by the beach — there's something for everyone! Vendor Opportunities Available: Local artisans and small businesses are invited to be part of this vibrant community event. For vendor inquiries, please contact: ibartisanmarket@gmail.com Let’s make this 10th anniversary event the biggest and best yet! Contact: SD Small Business Forum ibartisanmarket@gmail.com Follow us on social media for updates, sneak peeks, and vendor highlights! Instagram / Facebook

Stream with the PBS app (Expires Sept. 16, 2025) / Watch Monday, Aug. 18, 2025 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV. Journey to Virginia Beach for vintage finds both local and global, including a John Wayne mug collection, ca. 1960, a 1977 Frank McCarthy On the Owl Hoot Trail oil and 1943-1944 Albert Einstein letters. Which is appraised for up to $100,000?

More than 1,500 people are suing the city of San Diego following the 2024 floods, but the city has filed more than 20 cross-complaints against residents and businesses. We discuss the latest in the legal battle.

Hall of Famer Chauncey Billups has pleaded not guilty to charges he profited from rigged poker games involving several Mafia figures and another former NBA player.

Nov. 19 is World Toilet Day — officially declared by the United Nations to bring attention to the 3.4 billion people who live without "safely managed sanitation."

Rafael Payare, conductor Isabel Leonard, mezzo-soprano Liv Redpath, soprano Lindsay Ammann, mezzo-soprano Meridian Prall, mezzo-soprano Tasha Hokuao Koontz, soprano Angel Raii Gomez, tenor Elliot Madore, baritone Christian Simmons, bass-baritone San Diego Symphony Chorus Maurice Boyer, Chorus Master San Diego Children’s Choir Ruthie Millgard, Artistic Director San Diego Symphony Orchestra Directed by Gerard McBurney Projection Design by Mike Tutaj Lighting Design by Paul Miller Joe Fournier, artist Creative Producer is Jonathan Gilmer Mariam Bombrun, repetiteur DEBUSSY: The Joyful Isle (L'isle joyeuse), L. 106 DEBUSSY (orch. Caplet): The Box of Toys (La boîte à joujoux) RAVEL: The Child and the Magical Spells: a lyric fantasy in two scenes (L'enfant et les sortilèges: Fantaisie lyrique en deux parties) A glorious and theatrical celebration of the light and enchantment of France and French music, beginning with Debussy’s evocation of a journey to a mysterious island of love, and his witty and charming ballet score for children about the adventures of a box of toys. The program ends with a brilliantly colorful and delightful semi-staging of Ravel’s immortal and much-loved comic fantasy about a naughty child whose toys come to life to punish him. In this performance, specially created for San Diego, the many characters portrayed by the singers in this story will be reflected in animated illustrations projected on to the beautiful new walls of Jacobs Music Center. Music, words and images work in harmony to tell the story. This year marks the 150th anniversary of the birth of Ravel, and our production of "L’enfant et les sortilèges" is this orchestra’s homage to the man who created one of the most beautiful depictions of childhood in all of music. Visit: https://www.sandiegosymphony.org/performances/french-fairytales/ San Diego Symphony on Instagram and Facebook

Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock, a Democrat, says health care spending cuts hurt people regardless of party affiliation and that he is "hoping against hope" that the GOP and White House will negotiate.

Attorney General Rob Bonta said it's important for voters to send their ballot as soon as possible if they choose to vote by mail.