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The Beau Hotel is proud to announce a new name and elevated direction for its signature restaurant and bar: Witherby. More than a rebrand, the change reflects a transformation - what began as a stylish bar quickly evolved into an elegant dining destination. After Chef Robin James launched his California Modern-inspired menu, the team recognized that patrons weren’t just stopping in for a drink - they were staying for the story, the flavors, and the experience. The name Witherby pays homage to the building’s storied past: the original 1886 structure once housed tenant Henry Witherby, the first to lease space in the historic landmark. Today, the name symbolizes a new legacy rooted in tradition and reborn through food. Chef Robin’s menu is personal, drawing on his culinary mentors, family heritage, and global travels. Subtle Mediterranean influences blend seamlessly with the seasonal freshness of California produce, creating thoughtful dishes with layered flavors and unexpected heart. Located in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter, Witherby carries forward the timeless elegance and laid-back luxury of The Beau Hotel. Signature dishes include Braised Pork Shank, Duck Pot Pie, Faroe Islands Salmon with carrot-coconut purée, Stonefruit and Burrata Salad, and Kanpachi Crudo with White Corn Salad, each one telling a story, whether from Chef Robin’s upbringing or a faraway kitchen where he learned a key technique. Guests can enjoy handcrafted cocktails at the original 1886 bar - a preserved showpiece of the space - surrounded by exposed brick from PB&Y Company and warm design elements that infuse the historic structure with modern flair. Classics like the 1886 Old Fashioned, the floral Beau Bloom, and the espresso-forward Night Porter remain staples of the bar’s refined cocktail program. Whether you’re here for breakfast, a sunset cocktail, or a night out downtown, Witherby invites you to dine, sip, and unwind in a space where history and modernity meet with effortless charm. Breakfast Daily 7:30 a.m. - Noon Bar Monday - Thurday, Sunday 7:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fri, Sat 7:30 a.m. - 2 a.m. Small Bites Daily 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Happy Hour Daily 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Dinner Mon-Thu, Sun 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Friday, Saturday 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Make a reservation For more information, visit www.thebeauhotel.com/bar and follow @TheBeauHotel and @WitherbySD on Instagram.

DISCO RIOT presents "S P A C E Rising Showcase," the final presentation from Resident Artists Milana Aernova, Lauren Ai Ling Lee, Ilyana Hughes, Erik Izaak, and Niza Galindo. Through a 10-week artist residency process in collaboration with DISCO RIOT’s community partner Malashock Dance, our selected Resident Artists delved into research and development of new works. Join us for the culminating event for this process to see what their creative research and exploration has yielded. Tickets are $15 for artist/student/low income and $25 for general admission. DISCO RIOT on Facebook / Instagram

The 18th Annual Hallo-Wine Fall Festival returns with food, drinks, and fun! This seasonal festival promises an afternoon filled with delicious flavors, and takes place at a stunning outdoor private estate with sweeping ocean views in Point Loma. Enjoy tastings from dozens of local vendors, featuring savory bites, decadent desserts, boutique wines, hand-crafted beers, craft spirits and festive mocktails. The celebration will also include live entertainment, lawn games, prize drawings, and an exclusive speakeasy experience. Hallo-Wine is held every October in recognition of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and raises critical funds to support Home Start, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing child abuse and strengthening families. Guests will have the chance to hear a powerful success story from a Home Start client, and also meet new CEO Joe Buehrle. This fun-filled event brings together supporters, vendors, and volunteers of Home Start to celebrate the season and the mission of the organization. Every ticket includes food and wine samples, a keepsake tasting glass, and ride share discount or valet. Sponsorship and underwriting opportunities are also available. Home Start Inc on Facebook / Instagram

Malle takes over as the leader of American Vogue immediately. Malle, who has been with the publication since 2011, will still report to Anna Wintour who remains Condé Nast's chief content officer.

Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse joins San Diego Restaurant Week (September 14–21, 2025) with its full rodizio experience offered at a special price of $72 per person ($89 value). Guests will enjoy 18 selections from the grill carved tableside by gaucho chefs, a gourmet salad bar with more than 45 items, and traditional sides like cheese bread, garlic mashed potatoes, caramelized bananas, rice and black beans. Each guest will also receive a complimentary signature dessert. Dinner and weekend service only. Reservations required. Be sure to note “Restaurant Week” when booking. Reservation: https://galpaogauchousa.com/reservations/ Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse on Facebook / Instagram

When "Hot" first hit the airwaves in 1996, it didn’t just ignite excitement — it sparked a cultural bonfire. With its infectious blend of swing, jazz, Delta blues, and Southern storytelling, "Hot" rocketed the Squirrel Nut Zippers from the underground scene of Chapel Hill, NC, to the national stage, achieving Platinum status and defining a generation’s rediscovery of vintage Americana. Now, three decades later, the Zippers are rekindling that fire with “In the Afterlife” tour dates, a 30th anniversary celebration of the album that captured lightning in a bottle and cemented the band’s legacy as one of the most original and unpredictable acts of the era. The show, which will feature the band performing Hot in its entirety, will kick off February 13 in Los Angeles, CA at the Teragram Ballroom. Tickets for the February “In the Afterlife” tour dates are available now at https://www.snzippers.com/tourdates. Recorded at the famed Kingsway Studio in New Orleans (owned by Daneil Lanois), "Hot" radiated authenticity. The album’s warm analog sound and wry, vivid storytelling made it a critical and commercial success, topping the Billboard 200 for an impressive 51 weeks. The record produced standout tracks such as “Put a Lid On It,” “Blue Angel,” and the band’s biggest hit to date, “Hell.” “Hell,” an unlikely radio single at the time, defied expectations, climbing to #13 on Billboard’s Alternative Airplay Chart and embedding itself in pop culture history. Nearly 30 years later, it continues to resonate with new audiences, recently featured in hit TV series like Wednesday (2025) and Lucifer (2021). “'Hot' was pure alchemy — a mix of mischief, melody, and magic,” said bandleader Jimbo Mathus. “It was never meant to chase trends; it was meant to burn bright and last. And somehow, it still does.” Formed in 1993 by Mathus, Katharine Whalen, and a tight-knit crew of musical misfits, the Squirrel Nut Zippers defied genre from the start. Their sound — a spirited blend of prohibition-era jazz, big band bravado, and punk-rock irreverence — invited listeners into a world where vaudeville met voodoo and speakeasy swagger met Southern soul. Led today by Mathus, and managed by founding drummer Chris Phillips, the modern-day Zippers continue to honor that rich legacy while bringing fresh fire to their beloved catalog. The 30th anniversary of "Hot" is more than a milestone — it’s a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the enduring power of music that swings, sings, and sizzles with soul. Fans old and new can expect a show that’s equal parts celebration and revival — a joyful journey through the sound that started it all. Squirrel Nut Zippers on Facebook / Instagram

Join us at Hard Rock Hotel San Diego for an exciting fashion experience during the Liquid Sunshine summer day club! On Saturday, September 6 at 4 p.m., West Coast swimwear brand Nalu Bay Swimwear will hit the runway with a vibrant show inspired by Southern California surf culture. Don’t miss their on-site pop-up shop, where you can shop the collection’s bold patterns, flattering cuts, and signature sunny style. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Free Teen Art is a free program for teens, who are interested in art-making as an enrichment activity that goes beyond making crafts. The aim of the program is to provide a space for youth to create art, share stories, collaborate, explore, and identify new ways to use art in their lives. The Athenaeum offers facilities, resources, guidance, instruction, and support. The open studio program includes a rotation of multidisciplinary art instructors offering workshops in their respective fields, as well as curricular activities that involve the use of the Athenaeum library resources as a starting point for projects. Activities include drawing, painting, research, and introduction to various media. Canada Kerwin has worked as a K–Grade 2 art volunteer since 2005, creating age-appropriate lessons that include introduction to art theory and artists’ biographies and tie-in to curricula as needed. Retired from the healthcare field, Canada also served in the US Navy. She applies her background experience to her ongoing art studies at Mira Costa College, focusing on the human form through life drawing and sculpture. She says, “Capturing the infinite expressions of the body through gesture and line is a very fascinating and gratifying practice.” Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

The FDA says four major retailers including Walmart, Target, Kroger and Albertsons continued to sell ByHeart baby formula products for days or weeks after the Nov. 11 recall.

The 48th annual Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands, San Diego County’s largest high school marching band competition, is set for Saturday, Oct. 25 at Mt. Carmel High School in Rancho Penasquitos. The tournament will showcase the music and artistic pageantry of 38 marching bands from across Southern California and will feature both parade and field show competitions. It is the largest fundraiser of the year for the school’s music program. Proceeds will benefit the nonprofit Mt. Carmel Music Foundation and will be used to support the school’s band, color guard and orchestra programs. Field show performances by small bands will start at 8 a.m. at Mt. Carmel’s Sundevil Stadium, followed by a free parade band review starting at approximately 11:45 a.m. in the school’s parking lot. Field shows with large bands will start at approximately 2:45 p.m. at Sundevil Stadium. Performances will conclude with special appearances by marching bands from San Diego State University and the United States Marine Corps. Food, drink and merchandise concessions will be available throughout the day and evening. Tickets for stadium field shows and award ceremonies are $15 for students, seniors and military; $20 for adult general admission; and $35 for adult reserved. Tickets can be purchased either in advance or at the event. Stadium admission is free for kids age 5 and under. The school’s parking lot will not be available for public parking the day of the event, so spectators should park in the neighborhoods surrounding the school. Mt. Carmel Tournament Of Bands on Facebook / Instagram