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Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has died. He was 100 years old and had spent more than a year in hospice care.

Carter was president from 1977 to 1981, but he was perhaps more famous for the life he led after he left office. He was one of the biggest advocates for peace, democracy and human rights.

🍂✨ Join us for a delightful Autumn-themed Paint and Sip at Bellamy Restaurant in Escondido! 🎨🍷As the leaves change and the air becomes crisp, we’re excited to celebrate the season’s beauty with a special paint and sip session featuring “September Sunflower”. Embrace your inner artist as you create a stunning masterpiece that captures the warm hues of autumn. Your ticket includes a complimentary glass of wine while you unleash your creativity. Whether you’re a seasoned painter or a complete beginner, our talented Bellamy’s Escondido is a family-friendly restaurant and we welcome children 10 and up to participate with paying adults. Gather your friends, enjoy great company, and immerse yourself in the beauty of fall while creating something beautiful. Don’t miss this perfect blend of art, wine, and autumn vibes! We can’t wait to see you there! 🍁🌻 We encourage artistic freedom! You can alter the painting to fit your style and use any of our colors. Things to know: We require a 48-hour notice for cancellations/rescheduling. Refunds must be requested within 3 days of purchase. After 3 days a credit will be given. Check-in begins 15 minutes before the event start time. Give yourself time to park to avoid arriving late. No outside food or drink is allowed. They are available for purchase. Wine is not included in your ticket purchase. If you have any questions about the event, feel free to contact customer service. COVID Safety For the Safety of our Guests, Venues & Instructors we make sure to sanitize and clean all supplies before every event. If you have a fever or do not feel well, please stay home. The 48-hour cancellation policy will still be in effect if you need to cancel due to illness. Visit: https://paintingandvino.com/event/september-sunflower-paint-and-sip/?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Bellamy's on Instagram and Facebook

Twyla Tharp celebrates her 60th anniversary with a coast-to-coast tour featuring her Olivier-nominated Diabelli Variations, set to Beethoven’s masterpiece of the same name, and a new dance to a reimagining of Philip Glass’ iconic Aguas da Amazonia, arranged by Third Coast Percussion. Showcasing Tharp’s uncanny and witty use of music to create work of startling originality and beauty, the two dances once again ensure Tharp’s place as one of the great artists of our time. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/twyla-tharp-dance/

In “Warabe,” Kodo looks to its classic repertoire and aesthetics from the ensemble’s early days. This production blends simple forms of taiko expression that celebrate the unique sound, resonance, and physicality synonymous with Kodo—forever children of the drum at heart. Come and experience the soul-stirring rhythm of life firsthand. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/kodo-one-earth-tour-warabe/ Kodo on Instagram and Facebook

Second Prize, 2024 Cleveland International Piano Competition “An absolute wow” — Third Coast Review BEETHOVEN Sonata quasi una fantasia in C-sharp Minor, Op. 27, No. 2 “Moonlight” DEBUSSY Images II BARTÓK Out of Doors, Sz. 81 SCHUMANN Fantasiestücke, Op. 12 RAVEL Gaspard de la nuit Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/evren-ozel-piano/ Evren Ozel on Instagram and Facebook

Albert Lin is a professional explorer, blurring boundaries between human and machine, while uncovering the lost wisdom of our past. Despite losing his leg below the knee in 2016, Albert maintains a relentless quest into the farthest reaches of our planet—from Mongolia to the Mayan jungle—employing a technologist’s approach to unearth lost cultural stories and rituals. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/albert-lin/ Albert Lin on Instagram and Facebook

An Israeli music critic and a Palestinian musician share some songs with NPR's Daniel Estrin — and reflect on more than a year of the war between Israel and Hamas.

Native American New Year was celebrated on the solstice under a canopy of winter stars. Near a crackling bonfire, the Nisqually tribe shared their culture and renewed their sacred pact with the salmon.

When Syria's dictatorship fell, celebrations broke out around the world, including in Ohio, where Mohammed al-Refai, a refugee from Syria, lives now. NPR has followed his story for nearly a decade.