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Jennifer Koh is shaking up the long-established chamber music series at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. An example of that is her collaboration with pianist-composer Missy Mazzoli.

On June 17, the third Monday of the month, join us at the Villa Montezuma at 7 p.m. for Songs of the East! One evening each month, Cinballera hosts its own monthly opera night, Cinballera Salon: Opera at the Villa! We're collaborating with the historic Villa Montezuma Museum at 1925 K Street, San Diego in the historic Sherman Heights Historic District. June will be Salon's fourth month. This month will be an exotic adventure to the Orient, a musical journey through India, Sri Lanka, Egypt, Persia, Turkey, China, and Japan. The Middle East and Far East come to life through opera arias and art songs set in oriental countries, with repertoire ranging from beloved Puccini classics to obscure British art songs. We call this series Cinballera Salon because it is a loving tribute to the musical salons of years past, when friends would gather in lovely parlor to enjoy sharing music for an evening. Hosted the third week of the month, each evening will have a different theme. Music on the program will include opera arias, art songs, and other classical vocal music, performed by talented operatic singers from throughout the region. There is a special emphasis on duets, trios, and other ensembles, to recreate opera scenes in an intimate setting. In keeping with this mansion's gracious history, we encourage our guests to use this as an excuse to dress up for an evening out! Gentlemen, dust off your favorite suit and tie, and ladies, here's a chance to wear that dress and hat you've been saving! In keeping with the theme, the suggested style guide is inspiration from the Orient. You could wear traditional Middle Eastern or Asian garb or Western clothing with hints of eastern style. There are no tickets, just admittance with a donation at the door. The suggested amount is $25 per person, but we appreciate whatever you can contribute. Cinballera Entertainment is 501(3)c, so all donations are tax deductible. All the proceeds benefit the two non-profit organizations, Cinballera and Friends of the Villa Montezuma, Inc, and pay the performers involved. Join us on this musical caravan Email admin@cinballera.org to reserve your spot! For more information visit: cinballera.org

The Kook Run kicks off with a special kid-friendly race! The Kook Run is a SoCal Super Bowl Sunday tradition, where thousands kick off the morning with a 5K/10K fun run and costumed race along the Pacific Coast. The 10K race is the fastest on the west coast and will again be made up of an international field of runners, as well as the top runners in Southern California. The kids will get their own day to run at the 3rd Annual Junior Kook Run with a course modified for kids, from 400 yards to one mile, on Saturday, Feb. 10 for kids ages 3-12 at the Ecke YMCA, during packet pick-up, starting at 10:00 a.m.

Mitzi Gaynor, the effervescent dancer and actor, starred as Nellie Forbush in the 1958 film of "South Pacific" and appeared in other musicals with Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra and Gene Kelly.

A research group is testing a new suicide prevention model in rural Alaska Native villages: supporting cultural activities that strengthen community bonds and a sense of shared purpose.

Forget hunting for eggs – this Easter Sunday, the Gaslamp Quarter is bursting with egg-citing specials to make your celebration unforgettable! From scrumptious brunches to lively gatherings, there's something for every bunny in the heart of San Diego. Easter Sunday – March 31, 2024 PROVISIONAL KITCHEN EASTER BRUNCH Where: Provisional Kitchen, Gaslamp Quarter. Details: Indulge in a family Easter Brunch featuring late morning classics, seasonal cocktails, and a visit from the Easter Bunny! nformation/Booking: LEARN MORE WEREWOLF AMERICAN PUB EASTER BASH When: Sunday, March 31, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Details: Spin your Easter Sunday with hip-hop hits, photo ops with the Easter Bunny, and a lively atmosphere! Information/Booking: Email Contact@TheWerewolf.net THE DESMOND EASTER BRUNCH When: Sunday, March 31, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Details: Delight in a decadent three-course Easter Brunch featuring exquisite dishes like Brioche French Toast and Herb Crusted Prime Rib! $65 per person (adults) | $28 per person (kids 10 and under). Booking: Make a reservation RUSTIC ROOT EASTER SUNDAY BRUNCH When: March 31, starting at 10 a.m. Details: Enjoy a full menu plus Easter Features including Lobster Pot Pie and an exclusive Bubbles & Berries Tray! Information/Booking: LEARN MORE SALTWATER EASTER SPECIAL MENU When: March 31, open at Noon. Details: Dive into an egg-ceptional Easter menu for only $55 per person, including a complimentary glass of champagne! Information/Booking: LEARN MORE WESTGATE HOTEL EASTER BUNNY TEA Details: Join the Easter Bunny for a delightful tea-time experience! Information/Booking: LEARN MORE PARKING & TRANSPORTATION: The Gaslamp Quarter has various modes of transportation that make it easy to get to and from. The Gaslamp Quarter offers parking at the following garages: Park-It-On Market and 6th & K Parkade, For more information on transportation, visit https://gaslamp.org/transportation/. For more information, visit www.Gaslamp.org

Nick Harkaway grew up hearing his dad read drafts of his George Smiley novels. He picks up le Carré's beloved spymaster character in the new novel, Karla's Choice.

The San Diego Museum of Art (SDMA) is in full bloom this spring, with floral designers interpreting works of art from the Museum’s collection into vibrant floral displays from April 25–April 28, 2024. Art Alive is the Museum’s signature annual fundraiser, providing critical year-round support for exhibitions, education, and outreach programs in the community. The signature celebration brings a kaleidoscope of nearly 100 colorful floral arrangements inspired by works of art on view at SDMA. The theme for this year’s Art Alive celebrates Indian art and culture, and the event will include a special installation from the Museum’s renowned Edwin Binney 3rd collection of South Asian paintings. Complementing the exhibition, Art Alive 2024 features a highly talented selection of Indian keynote artists, including Nisha K. Sethi, Vani Shiroor, and Meghaa Modi. Nisha Sethi is a talented typography artist whose works will be displayed at Art Alive’s kick-off party, Bloom Bash. Vani Shiroor is founder of DOTURMINDS, a local art and mindfulness group that aims to help people gain clarity, confidence and purpose through rangoli, an ancient Indian art form that uses multi-colored sand to create floor decorations symbolizing wealth, joy and prosperity, as well as thanksgiving to deities. Meghaa Modi, the Museum’s first international rotunda designer and India’s premier wedding and concept floral designer, is traveling from Bangalore, India, to fill the Museum’s two-story rotunda with a vibrant, large-scale floral installation. Guests will relish her multi-sensory design that celebrates the rich cultural tapestry of India, centered around the revered bovine figure of the goddess Kamadhenu, described in Hinduism as the wish-granting mother of all cows. Bloom Bash also returns this year, offering immersive art installations, live performances, custom henna applications from Henna San Diego, sweet and savory bites from more than 30 top eateries, including local Indian restaurants, and signature cocktails, craft beer and upscale wines. The 21+ party also features a Ferris wheel in the Plaza de Panama outside the Museum, plus live performances from Indian drummers, dancers, and a DJ. The 2024 Art Alive floral exhibition will be on display to the public Friday, April 26, from noon to 5 p.m. and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, and Sunday, April 28. General admission is complimentary for members, $40 for nonmembers, $5 for guests aged 7-17, and free for children under six. Timed tickets are required, and entry is anytime within the designated hours. Guests can enjoy Art Alive at their own pace; exit is not timed. Bloom Bash and Premiere Dinner tickets are sold separately. In addition to viewing the annual Art Alive floral exhibition, Art Alive 2024 offers four full days of experiences, activities, and celebrations. San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Encore Friday, May 3, 2024 at 9 p.m. on KPBS 2 / Stream now with the PBS App. Artists from across the musical spectrum will join the national library and U.S. leaders to honor the great songwriting duo of Elton John and Bernie Taupin. The lineup includes Joni Mitchell, Garth Brooks, Brandi Carlile, Annie Lennox, Metallica, Maren Morris, Billy Porter, Charlie Puth and Jacob Lusk of Gabriels.

You can choose between Hollywood Hall H or the late night celebration of a half century of Troma Entertainment.