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Program: Frank Zappa - "Dupree’s Paradise" Adam Schoenberg - "Automation" Hannah Wolkowitz- "World Premiere" Ferruccio Busoni - "Berceuse Elegiaque " Jean Sibelius - Symphony No. 7 The iconic Frank Zappa (yes, that Frank Zappa) spent some of his youth here in San Diego, where he discovered the modernist music that inspired his own compositions and shaped his legendary style. Busoni and Sibelius, two masters of the 20th century, are featured alongside two living composers: a world premiere by emerging composer Hannah Wolkowitz, and a recent work by Adam Schoenberg, whose cello concerto Automation explores the complicated relationship between humans and technology. La Jolla Symphony & Chorus: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Join local nonprofit Fresh Start Surgical Gifts at their 34th Annual Butterfly Ball for a night of festivities supporting life-changing medical care for children in need. Enjoy cocktails, dinner, a silent and live auction and live entertainment by the Highway Man Show featuring Tony Suraci and American Idol’s Makayla Phillips. The annual gala will celebrate the extraordinary work of Fresh Start as they provide transformative surgeries and medical care to underprivileged children at no cost. Come together for a magical night under the stars, where 100% of the proceeds raised will benefit the children’s medical program! Fresh Start Surgical Gifts on Facebook / Instagram

Join us at the Mission Valley Library in San Diego on June 17 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for an eye-opening evening focused on ocean conservation. At 5:30 p.m., we’ll be screening a powerful documentary on the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, a massive accumulation of marine plastic pollution in the Pacific Ocean. The film examines the environmental and wildlife impacts of plastic waste, highlighting how it threatens ecosystems far from shore. Following the screening, stay for a dynamic panel discussion featuring experts from the Scripps Seabird Scientist, the Surfrider Foundation, the Save the Albatross Coalition, and Captain Charles Moore, the pioneering researcher who first discovered the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 Time: 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (Documentary starts at 5:30 p.m.) Location: Mission Valley Library 2123 Fenton Parkway, San Diego, CA 92108 Admission is free | Light refreshments provided We hope to see you there! Please RSVP at: bit.ly/GarbagePatchFilm or scan the QR code on the flyer.

Members' Open Studio is private time for those who hold a current membership with the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library. This members-only opportunity provides members a private open studio session without the busy nature of regular open studio. Light demonstrations are available and certain members' open studio dates will include workshops. Athenaeum Art Center on Instagram

Minneapolis is at the center of sweeping, evolving federal immigration push. It demonstrates how different immigration enforcement is under Trump's second administration - and raises questions about the lingering effects on local communities and law enforcement.

California’s community colleges are now giving college credit for students’ previous work experiences. The state has a goal of rapidly expanding access to these credits, though tracking progress on that goal has been difficult so far.

Breaking with the United States, Canada has agreed to cut its 100% tariff on Chinese electric cars in return for lower tariffs on Canadian farm products, Prime Minister Mark Carney said Friday.

Apple eliminó una aplicación que utiliza el crowdsourcing para señalar avistamientos de agentes de inmigración de Estados Unidos, aparentemente tras recibir presiones de las autoridades estadounidenses.

North City, San Marcos is hosting its first-ever Classic Car Show, celebrating craftsmanship, design, and the culture that defines Southern California’s car scene. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., visitors can explore 50+ stunning vehicles on display, ranging from vintage classics and woodies to modern, exotic, and high-end showpieces, and a Classic Car Restoration Exhibit by Conservative Auto Body Shop. Appealing to drivers of all ages, the Family Friendly event features a Toddler Street Course of electric ride-on cars and scooters around a custom racetrack, and a Head-to-Head DieCast Cars Race Course, as well as other activities and lawn games. A live DJ will set the vibe with music, raffle prize giveaways, and announcements throughout the day. Trophies will be awarded in multiple categories, including Best of Show. Guests will have a chance to win gift cards to North City’s local eateries. There will be plenty of food and beverage options from popular neighborhood spots like Christophe Rull Patisserie, A Lo Fresco, Buona Forchetta, Maya’s Cookies, Wynston’s Ice Cream, Milonga Empanadas, and Draft Republic. This free community event also gives back, with proceeds benefiting a California State University San Marcos scholarship fund. Get revved up for a good cause and enjoy a lively day in North City filled with cars, music, and good food. North City on Facebook / Instagram

Several bills in the California Legislature would regulate how companies use AI to make employment decisions such as compensation, hiring, firing, or promotions, but they may be in jeopardy because of their associated costs.