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Celebrate the musical richness of the San Diego/Tijuana region with internationally acclaimed performers as they light up stages on both sides of the border. Locations California Center for the Arts October 4, 2024 Tijuana Jazz & Blues Festival October 5, 2024 Quartyard San Diego October 6, 2024 Visit: https://www.sdtjjazz.org/ San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival on Instagram and Facebook

Join Point Loma Nazarene University for a reading by author Anna Gazmarian hosted by the PLNU Honors Program as part of the 2024 M.A. in Writing Visiting Writers Series. Anna Gazmarian (author of Devout: A Memoir of Doubt) holds an MFA in creative writing from the Bennington Writing Seminars. Her essays have been published in The Rumpus, Longreads, The Sun, and The Guardian. Anna works for The Sun Magazine and lives with her family in Durham, North Carolina. Doors for the event open at 6:30 p.m. for general admission seating. Book sales to follow the event courtesy of La Playa Books. The 2nd Annual M.A. in Writing Visiting Writers Series will include writers Taylor Byas (PLNU Poetry Day), Anna Gazmarian, Kiersten White, and Matt Bell. For more information visit: pointloma.edu Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Join us for our Modern Calligraphy workshop for beginners, where you will learn the art of hand lettering using a traditional pointed dip pen and ink with a contemporary approach. Many people find Modern Calligraphy attractive to learn because it allows them to create beautiful, fun, and hand-crafted letters that are unique and personal. Modern Calligraphy is often characterized by its use of thick and thin lines, giving the letters a dynamic and expressive quality. Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages. Space is limited, so be sure to register early. Note: This is a two-part workshop. The uppercase alphabet will be taught on a separate date, and you will need to purchase the ticket separately. Instructor: Claudia Strenger Who should attend? This class is encouraged for students of all levels, including someone who has never taken a calligraphy class before. Traditional calligraphers who would like to learn modern calligraphy techniques. Lefties are welcome :) In this 3-hour session, we will cover The basics of pointed pen calligraphy How to create thick and thin strokes with a pointed pen Materials included Beginner calligraphy pen Calligraphy nibs Sumi ink Cancellation Policy All workshops are non-refundable. However, tickets can be easily transferred to another person by emailing the name and email address of the new participant to design@strengerstudio.com Visit: https://www.strengerstudio.com/product/lowercase-modern-calligraphy-for-beginners-workshop-sept-6-/311?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Strenger Studio on Instagram and Facebook

Supporters of a proposition to ban forced labor in California prisons believe they have a strong message centered on rehabilitation. But as Election Day nears, polls show it’s a toss-up or trailing.

The state’s plan to fix the insurance crisis had barely rolled out when the Los Angeles fires began. Can the market recover and stabilize?

Join us on Saturday, September 14th for the unveiling of new paintings by celebrated pop surrealist Brady Willmott. “Change the F***ing Channel” will debut from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. with live music, drinks available for purchase (21+) and the artist in attendance. Brady Willmott is an artist based in Southern California who combines unique characters and situations with traditional surroundings, reflecting his unusual life experience. All exhibits will be open and on view during this reception and guests are welcome to explore our arts complex. Show debuts, Saturday, September 14th and ruins til October 5th. Distinction Gallery 317 E Grand Ave suite A, Escondido, CA 92025 Visit: https://www.distinctionart.com/ Brady Wilmott on Instagram and Facebook

The IRC in San Diego presents: International Documentary Screening in Encinitas Doors open at 6 p.m. | Screening at 6:30 p.m. We invite you for our Inaugural Summer Film Screening where the Champions of the Golden Valley will make it's San Diego debut. "The film follows the story of Alishah Farhang who set out on a mission to bring competitive skiing to the ancient mountain town of Bamyan, Afghanistan. However, following the shocking collapse of the Afghan government at the hands of the Taliban in 2021, Alishah is forced to flee, leaving his beloved home country to face an uncertain future. Director Ben Sturgulewski captures an Afghanistan that few outsiders ever see in his exuberant debut feature film. A unique story that goes beyond skiing, Champions of the Golden Valley is about resilience, finding joy amidst difficult circumstances and what it means to be a champion." – Andrea Passafiume You don't want to miss this remarkable event!  The Summer Film Screening of Champions of the Golden Valley will occur on Thursday, August 22nd, at La Paloma Theatre, located at 471 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024. Self-parking is available at the Encinitas Coaster parking lot directly behind the theater. Casual attire. For more information visit: events.rescue.org

Casi 15 millones de californianos tienen cobertura de atención médica a través de Medi-Cal, un programa que podría perder miles de millones de dólares si los republicanos siguen adelante con los recortes propuestos.

Join Studio Sessions X MCASD for live jazz. Future is Color® Studio Sessions is a live music experience with a rotating selection of curated sounds every week. For this special presentation of Studio Sessions, Future is Color® Studio Sessions is partnering with the MCASD for a pop up at MCASD La Jolla. Refreshments will be available for purchase, provided by The Kitchen. Museum galleries during Free Third Thursdays are open through 8 p.m. Jazz Night will go through 9 p.m. Schedule: - 5:30 – 7 p.m.: Members' Social Hour (MCASD Members get one free drink token with RSVP and can skip the Jazz Night entry line) - 6 p.m.: Doors Open - 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.: The Kitchen Pop-up Counter About RIVA: RIVA is a saxophonist and composer, known to juxtapose the jazz idiom with modern beat culture, techno, house, disco, and just about anything that makes the heart pump a bit faster. He performs with a sextet that is invested in engaging in sonic conversation to find new lanes of expression, adjacent to the foundations they studied, to elevate a high energy, fully improvisational and danceable electronic jazz show. About Studio Sessions: Future Is Color® Studio Sessions, an extension of the Future Is Color brand mission to create an accessible space for dialogue and empathy, is a weekly live music experience that uses music to promote connection between disparate communities. For more information visit: mcasd.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Game 4 will be played Wednesday at Petco Park. Game 5, if necessary, would be played Friday at Dodger Stadium.