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Monday, August 12, 2024 12 p.m. Patrick Hadley plays, creates, and manufactures an African thumb piano called a “mbira” or “kalimba.” The Array mbira is a highly modernized version of an ancient African instrument. In Zimbabwe they are known as mbiras, however, these types of plucked metal tine instruments are known by many names, such as likembe, sanza, kalimba, and, simply, thumb pianos. Patrick and his business partner, the inventor of the array mbira, Bill Wesley, have been building these instruments for over 30 years. They are fully chromatic and play in every key, up to six octaves. Many professional musicians are using these instruments and they can be heard in several major motion picture soundtracks as well as songs by Taylor Swift and many others including Sting, Imogen Heap, RyCooder, Pharaoh Sanders, and others. Patrick's music has been heard on NPR, and one of his videos reached a staggering 22 million views! Free concerts at noon every Monday year-round . . . no wonder the Mini-Concerts are the longest-running and one of the most popular classical music series at the library! This series was founded by Glenna Hazleton in 1970 at the Athenaeum, and has been going strong ever since. The concerts feature both local and touring musicians, prize-winning students, university music faculty members, local chamber ensembles. . . and the repertoire also includes jazz, folk, and world music. There are no reservations, no tickets . . . just line up at the side door of the Athenaeum before noon. (Donations are always welcome!) Mini-Concerts take place every Monday at noon and last about an hour. The concerts will be in person at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library. There are no physical tickets for these events. Doors open at 11:50 a.m. Seating is first-come; first-served. These events will be presented in compliance with State of California and County of San Diego health regulations as applicable at the time of each concert. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/mini-concert-2024-0812 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Thursdays, July 10 and 17, 2025 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream Seasons 1-9 now with KPBS Passport! Combining historical accuracy with compelling mysteries, this award-winning British series is what the Wall Street Journal calls “a triumph from start to finish.” Michael Kitchen stars as Christopher Foyle, a man of few words and rock-solid convictions.

Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024 at 11:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS app. Donald Trump will reassume the presidency (the first to do so since Grover Cleveland) with fewer guardrails than in 2016. What will he do, how will the media cover him, and how can the Democrats get in his way? Guests: The Wall Street Journal's Molly Ball and Vanderbilt's Nicole Hemmer.

The San Diego LGBT Community Center recognizes local LGBTQ+ veterans each year.

Classical Academy High School presents “Little Shop of Horrors” (Broadway Version) Thu October 26, 2023 @7 p.m. Fri, October 27, 2023 @7 p.m. Sat, October 28, 2023 @2 p.m. Sat, October 28, 2023 @7 p.m. Reserved Seating Tickets: $18 Regular | $16 Seniors | $15 for group of 10+ Rated PG-13 A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop Of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre goers for over 30 years. This talented cast and live orchestra performs in the style of early 1960s rock and roll, doo-wop and early Motown bringing to life a world of music, magic and monster puppetry. Come watch as the meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names "Audrey II" - after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II's out of this world origins and intent towards global domination! Book & Lyrics by HOWARD ASHMAN, Music by ALAN MENKEN. Production licensed by Music Theatre International.

This solo show "Treacherous Titties" celebrates Badillo’s journey of being “Cancer free” as well as creating dialogue and awareness through raw imagery and content. Bobbylicious brunch by Chef Sunny Soto create your own booby pancakes! Errverybodi line dancers led by Patricia Murray, a breast cancer survivor. Poetry reading from Berenice Badillo’s poetry book Treacherous Titties. Berenice Badillo was diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in 2023, right in the middle of the restoration of a 1997 historic mural in Chicano Park that she painted when she was a twenty-three-year-old. Chicano Park houses the largest collection of Chicano murals in the world. She was also a recipient of The Far South Border North grant and the Living cultures grant. In the effort to not “waste her pain” as suggested by Audre Lorde in The Cancer Journals (1980), Badillo created content that explored taboo subjects on her journey through Cancer. This included educational videos, a resource website, a poetry book that will be given to newly diagnosed patients, and artwork that will be showcased in her solo show “Treacherous Titties.” Badillo and her girl gang XoQue art in motion completed the sixty-five-foot mural, the largest mural in Chicano Park done by women, for women, about women. The Coronado bridge needed to be shut down for its completion and Badillo along with playwright Mabelle Reynoso created a short documentary of the process. Exhibition programming: Opening reception: 12-4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11 Breast Cancer Art Therapy Group: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17 [RSVP only] Film premiere: 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 28 Gallery hours: By appointment only. Contact the gallery here. Related links: The Hill Street Country Club: website | Instagram

The Gaslamp Quarter transforms into a vibrant hub of excitement, teeming with activations and events that will captivate everyone. In this ultimate guide, we’ll reveal hidden gems, spotlight the best spots, and equip you with everything you need to make the most of your Comic-Con experience. Get ready to dive into the magic! PARTICIPATING RESTUARANTS: Spill The Beans: Shrek Theme Dates: Wednesday, July 24 – Sunday, July 28 Location: 555 Market Street Details: Enjoy a Shrek-themed wonderland with fun food and drinks. Dive into the swamp and embrace your inner ogre! Pendry San Diego: Donut Bar Pop-Up Dates: Thursday, July 25 – Sunday, July 28 Hours: 7/25 & 7/28: 7 am – 2 pm | 7/26 – 7/27: 7 am – 3 pm Location: 550 J Street Details: Satisfy your sweet tooth with exclusive Comic-Con donuts and treats at this pop-up. barleymash: Z’s Hideout Dates: Wednesday, July 24 – Sunday, July 28 Location: 600 Fifth Avenue Details: Sip on Gotham-themed cocktails in a vibrant atmosphere. Try drinks like The Oz, Cat’s Meow, and Flying Falcone. Werewolf American Pub: Comic-Con Celebration Dates: Thursday, July 25 – Sunday, July 28 Location: 627 Fourth Avenue Details: Experience epic themed parties and immerse yourself in the Comic-Con spirit. The Shout! House: Dueling Piano Con 2024 Dates: Thursday, July 25 – Sunday, July 28 Location: 655 4th Ave, Gaslamp Quarter Details: Enjoy a musical battle with Dueling Piano Con featuring talented piano players. The Tipsy Crow: Naruto Hidden Village Dates: Wednesday, July 24 – Sunday, July 28 Location: 770 Fifth Avenue Details: Enjoy Naruto-themed DJs and exclusive drink specials on all three levels of The Tipsy Crow. Hasta Mañana: Dia de los Heroes Dates: Thursday, July 25 – Sunday, July 28 Location: 310 Fifth Avenue Details: Celebrate Dia de los Heroes with special cocktails and food offerings throughout the weekend. Greystone: Comic-Con Happy Hour Menu Available: Thursday, July 25 – Sunday, July 28 Details: Delight in special Comic-Con menu options during Happy Hour from 4:00 pm – 7 pm. Butcher’s Cut: Comic-Con Menu Available: Thursday, July 25 – Sunday, July 28 Details: Enjoy unique Comic-Con menu offerings at The Butcher’s Cut. Zama: Comic-Con Menu Available: Thursday, July 25 – Sunday, July 28 Details: Treat yourself to a special Comic-Con lunch menu at Zama. Saltwater: Comic-Con Menu Available: Thursday, July 25 – Sunday, July 28 Details: Enjoy special lunch, dinner, and Happy Hour menus at Saltwater. Rustic Root: Comic-Con Specials Available: Thursday, July 25 – Sunday, July 28 Details: Opening at 11 am Thursday and Friday for lunch. Open for brunch at 10 am Saturday & Sunday. Lumi Rooftop: Comic-Con Specials Available: Thursday, July 25 – Sunday, July 28 Details: Enjoy lunch from 12-2:30 PM on Thursday and Friday. Open for brunch starting at 12 pm Saturday & Sunday. Huntress: Comic-Con Specials Available: Thursday, July 25 – Sunday, July 28 Details: Special lunch hours from 12-2:30 PM on Thursday and Friday. Swing Social: Comic-Con Specials Available: Thursday, July 25 – Sunday, July 28 Details: Opening at 11 am Thursday and Friday for lunch. Brunch starts at 10 am Saturday & Sunday.

Del Mar’s Trifecta of Terror is BACK at The Scream Zone 2023, open select nights October 5 – October 31. Reserve your spot in line with “Timed Tickets” or feel like the VIP you are with the “Scream Pass” for the fastest line experience! This October, three bone chilling Haunts and a mind-bending Midway await you at the Del Mar “Scaregrounds”. The Haunted Hayride, Stars of the Silver “Scream”, and Labyrinth Manor will have you screaming for a way out! ! And the fun doesn’t stop there….. NEW FOR 2023: Introducing a brand new attraction to our already frightful catalogue of events, we welcome MIDWAY MADNESS, a fully immersive Halloween themed carnival midway, packed with a variety of food vendors, fun spirited beverages, games, and more! Have your date hold your beer while you try to impress them with your Axe Throwing ability on one of the 4 clown themed lanes, or challenge a friend to Laser Ball, the trendy new glow in the dark Gel Blaster game. Whether you want to test your Zombie Apocalypse survival skills in Virtual Reality, or try a more hands on approach with our new Zombie Archery using real bows and targets, there is a spooktacular activity for everyone. Scaredy Cats are welcome to enter The Midway compound at no charge to wait for family members or friends and enjoy the carnival games, food and drink vendors, photo opportunities, and roaming creepy characters. Dates + Times 10/5 – 10/7: 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. Fri & Sat: 7 p.m. - 11p.m. Sun – Thu: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Sun 10/22 & 10/29: 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. The Scream Zone on Facebook / Instagram

The Sing Sing maximum security prison in New York held its first-ever film festival recently, with incarcerated men invited to judge the five entries.

CHICANO-CON is back! Now in its 7th year, this event is intended to bring some of the Comic Con magic back to the barrio! Awesome Chicano-Con Merch !!! Thursday the 25th: Live Music with 'Planetarius' (Awesome band) @ 7pm, also thursday kicks off discounts for cosplay so dress up and come dance with us. Friday 26th: Rock en Espanol & New Latino streaming channel A+ launch, This will be an awesome launch and everyone should attend (this means YOU!!) Saturday 27th: 12:00-6:00 kid activities Saturday 6:00-12:00 VIP event in beer garden must purchase tickets, Special event to bring together the Latino Creative community! Writers, illustrators, directors, producers and others!-Tickets on sale now !! 80 tickets only to enter the beer garden and meet some of the most innovative Latino Creatives today! Jorge Gutierrez! Miguel Puga! Lalo Alcaraz and who knows who else will show up! Guillermo Del Toro came once! - $20 ticket includes one Border X craft beverage But your ticket now, this event will sell out! https://www.eventbrite.com/.../chicano-con-vip-night... Sunday 28th: Family Day, discounts for cosplay and badges Related links: Border X Brewing on Facebook | Instagram