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President Trump has ordered a Veterans Affairs campus in West Los Angeles to house 6,000 homeless vets by 2028, but details are elusive.

The Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival returns to San Diego June 18 to June 28, 2025. The annual summer festival is a highlight of the classical music calendar and the country’s largest gathering of concertmasters and principal players from the nation’s top orchestras. Under the baton of Maestro Michael Francis, who returns for his 11th year as music director and conductor, the 2025 festival features six, unique performances at two venues, The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center and the UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater. The festival, the largest Mozart celebration in North America, opens with a must-hear performance of Mozart’s newly discovered Serenade in C Major. Featuring musicians from top U.S. orchestras including the New York Philharmonic, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony, Cleveland Orchestra, Philadelphia Orchestra and more, Mainly Mozart’s All-Star Orchestra is the only orchestra of its kind in the country. At The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center in La Jolla, each concert will be preceded by new Mozart-themed pre-concert talks or mini-concerts at 6 p.m. in The JAI, which will be included in the base ticket price. At the UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater, attendees will now be able to bring in their own food and (non-alcoholic) beverages. Guests are also welcome to bring their own picnic spreads, with new grass-seating areas, and picnic music provided by Mainly Mozart Youth Orchestra ensembles throughout the venue. Time: All concerts start at 7 p.m. Where: June 21 and 28: Epstein Family Amphitheater | 9500 Gilman Dr, San Diego, CA 92093 June 18, 20, 24 and 26: The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center | 7600 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 Cost: boxoffice@mainlymozart.org Single tickets for individual concerts at The Conrad range from $65-$149. Single tickets for individual concerts at Epstein Family Amphitheater range from $25 -$149. Ticket Link: https://www.mainlymozart.org/allstar Box office phone: (619) 955-8273 or boxoffice@mainlymozart.org Mainly Mozart on Facebook / Instagram

Join ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL cast members for a free virtual event this Sunday, January 26 at 11 a.m. PT (2 p.m. ET), presented by MASTERPIECE and PBS. Watch a sneak peek of Episode 3 "Homecoming" then enjoy a live Q&A featuring Nicholas Ralph (James Herriot), Samuel West (Siegfried Farnon), Rachel Shenton (Helen Herriot), Callum Woodhouse (Tristan Farnon) and Anna Madeley (Mrs. Hall). The event will be moderated by Jenelle Riley, Features Editor at Variety. Once registered, you’ll receive a unique, non-transferable link for the virtual event. (Due to rights restrictions, this event is only available in the U.S. and Canada.)

Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2 / Stream now with KPBS Passport! The documentary that looks back at the years Charlie “Bird” Parker spent in Kansas City and his lasting legacy on the Kansas City jazz scene. It features rarely seen archival footage of Parker, interviews with musicians and historians, and live performances from Kansas City’s most talented jazz musicians.

Front Porch Gallery starts the celebration of its 20th anniversary with the opening of the “Save the Ocean 5” art & poetry exhibit. The show, which runs from March 26 to May 28, 2025, will explore urgent environmental themes, climate change, expressions of beauty and the rejuvenation of the spirit that can be found in nature. The exhibition is free and open to the public. Reception with Super Wave - Surf guitar band with poetry reading and makers table March 29 from Noon to 2 p.m. Front Porch Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

At issue was whether planeloads of alleged members of the Tren de Aragua gang were deported despite the judge's order to turn the planes around.

The prestigious La Jolla Concours d’Elegance, proudly presented by LPL Financial, returns to the stunning shores of La Jolla for its 19th year on April 25 – 27, 2025. On Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m., witness the ultimate display of legendary Porsches, exotic supercars, and cutting-edge hypercars at Porsche & Power on Prospect, set against the vibrant energy of La Jolla’s iconic Prospect Street. This free, family-friendly event invites attendees to stroll among a spectacular display of world-class vehicles while enjoying live music, exclusive retail specials, and unique dining experiences from the village’s finest establishments. Visit: Porche & Power on Prospect La Jolla Concours d'Elegance on Instagram and Facebook

Downtown’s The Whiskey House, which holds the Guinness World Record for Most Variety of Whiskeys Available, is hosting its February Whiskey Club Event on Wednesday, February 26 with Japanese-only whiskeys from CNS Imports. Tickets are $60 (plus fee) and can be purchased via Eventbrite link attached. The interactive evening begins at 6 p.m., and it includes a welcome cocktail featuring Hayashi Koyo, 0.5-oz pours of four selections (Kujira 5-year, Hayashi 8-year, Shinobu 10-year lightly peated, Hayashi 24-year), and a food menu of charcuterie, wings, and beef sliders. Brand Specialist Luana Przewodowski will present the selections from the Far East. 420 3rd Avenue

Begin your 2025 wellness journey at Europa Village’s Yogi Class & Sound Bath Mixer! Designed to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul, this one-of-a-kind event offers the perfect opportunity to refresh, recharge, and reset for the year ahead. Experience an all-levels yoga session, immerse yourself in the serenity of a soothing sound bath, and connect with others while exploring unique wellness products. Top it all off with a handcrafted cocktail or mocktail from the complimentary bar, featuring specialty blends from the restaurant. Join in on January 26 at 1 p.m. and let Europa Village inspire your path to wellness.

In the new book Queer & Christian, author and pastor Brandan Robertson makes the case for reclaiming the bible, faith and the church for LGBTQ+ people.