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Celebrate the birthday of jazz legend Django Reinhardt with an unforgettable evening of gypsy jazz! The Live at the Brooks Concert Series kicks off its 2025 season with Pino Noir, a captivating ensemble led by virtuoso Luca Pino, bringing their signature gypsy jazz sound to the stage. Opening the night is the Garner Trio, blending 1920s and '30s jazz, blues, and folk with their soulful and vibrant performance. Join us for an extraordinary musical celebration! Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram

What a musical year 2025 is shaping up to be! Gregory Page Plays the Songs of Leon Redbone In Songs of Leon Redbone, the award-winning London born international performing songwriter Gregory Page tips his well-worn fedora to the man himself in a show that evokes the character and mood of Leon Redbone and the Tin Pan Alley era — not just a concert, a time machine! Visit: https://oceansidetheatre.vbotickets.com/event/Gregory_Page_Plays_the_Songs_of_Leon_Redbone/143812

Did you know that one blood donation can save up to three lives? Or that someone in the United States needs blood every two seconds? You can help save a life by donating blood at your library. Sign up online at redcrossblood.org, using the sponsor code MVLIBRARY. Audience: Adults Location: Community Room Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/american-red-cross-blood-drive-385776 American Red Cross on Instagram and Facebook

Get ready for a holly jolly evening at The Duck Dive’s Christmas Movie Trivia Night on Wednesday, December 18, at 8 p.m.! Test your knowledge of holiday classics like "Elf" and "Home Alone" while sipping on festive cocktails and competing for themed prizes like Whoville mugs and holiday sweaters. Gather your crew, don your ugly sweaters, and secure your spot by purchasing tickets and reserving a table at 858-273-3825. Don’t miss out on a night of trivia, laughs, and Christmas cheer!

Join us for a Japanese storytelling tradition called kamishibai (kami = paper; shibai = theater). A storyteller stands behind a little wooden theater, also known as a storybox, and reveals a series of illustrations that tell a tale. This program is recommended for ages 3-5. Presented by Write Out Loud. Audience: This program is recommended for ages 3-5 Location: Community Room Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/preschool-storybox-storytime-395002

Recommended for ages 2-5, this storytime program includes books, songs, games, and early literacy fun! A to-go craft will be provided at the end. Audience: Young children Location: Community Room Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/toddler-and-preschool-storytime-394954

Have you always wanted to learn how to play chess or improve your skills? If you have never played before, or are just looking for someone to practice with, join us for some friendly competition! All supplies are provided. Audience: Recommended for elementary school-aged children through adults. Location: Homeschool Resource Center Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/hrc-chess-club-426806

Originally from Fontainebleau, France, Stephane Wrembel is renowned for his masterful blend of jazz, gypsy swing and world music, enchanting audiences across the globe with his unique sound. Wrembel has shared the stage with legends including Elvis Costello, Patti Smith, The Roots, Medeski Martin & Wood, Me’shell Ndegeocello, John Scofield, Larry Keel, Stochelo Rosenberg, and Sam Bush. His performances on NPR’s prestigious Mountain Stage and the syndicated radio show Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour further showcase his diverse talent. His performances transcend genre boundaries, offering something different to every music enthusiast. As he himself puts it, “I just play my own music. It’s not only for the rock music lover, the Django Reinhardt lover or jazz lover. It’s for the music lover.” The New York Times states: "Perhaps the most creative improviser in Gypsy jazz today, Mr. Wrembel plays the guitar with a rich and colorful lyricism." Visit: https://www.museumofmakingmusic.org/events/stephane-wrembel Stephane Wrembel on Instagram and Facebook

The Music Company (TMC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit music studio located in the heart of Pacific Beach, offers innovative programs and services to empower local musicians and build a thriving community of independent artists. As part of its commitment to San Diego’s vibrant music scene, TMC hosts Women’s Night Jam Sessions, every other Thursday evening throughout the year. Women’s Night Jam Sessions are free, and offer a safe and inclusive space for women to connect, share ideas, and express themselves through music. These sessions foster conversation and creativity, strengthening the presence of women in music. For more information about Jam Sessions and other TMC programs, or to support TMC and local artists with a tax-deductible donation, Visit: The Music Company Hosts Ongoing Women’s Nights Jam Sessions The Music Company on Instagram and Facebook

Qatar's offer of a luxury jet, which comes on the eve of President's Trump's visit to the Middle East, raises major ethical and legal questions.