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Where would we be without the mentors and teachers in our lives? Alongside a moving work by UCSD faculty member and Pulitzer Prize winner Anthony Davis, anticipation builds as we prepare for the world premiere for our 2024-2025 Nee Commission, bestowed upon a UCSD graduate student in composition. And amidst the whirlwind of Petrouchka, Stravinsky pays homage to his own influential teacher, Nicolai Rimsky-Korsakov. Visit: Legacy: On the Shoulders of Giants La Jolla Symphony & Chorus on Instagram and Facebook

Toy companies are preparing for tariffs in the new Trump administration. Nearly all toys sold in the U.S. are imported — mostly from China.

Ted Chiang was recently awarded the PEN/Faulkner Foundation's prize for short story excellence. He sat down with NPR to talk about AI, making art and grappling with big ideas.

Join San Diego Family for a spooktacular free family Halloween event on Oct. 13, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Salvation Army Kroc Center Corner Zone (6845 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92115). Trick-or-treating • Prizes & Dance Parties • Family Resources • Haunted Zipline • Costume Parade • Halloween Crafts Sign up for FREE tickets at https://SDFamilyHalloween2024.eventbrite.com Gather your little ghouls and goblins for an unforgettable Halloween adventure filled with magical trick-or-treating, monstrous dance parties, eerie inflatables, adorable Halloween crafts and much more! Hit the haunted jackpot by participating in our FREE raffle for kids, while uncovering valuable family resources. We invite families to dress up in their spooky, charming, adventurous and funny costumes to enhance the festive spirit. This is one of the best family-friendly Halloween events in San Diego, so you won’t want to miss it! Sign up now for your family's FREE ticket and prepare for a hauntingly good time! 🕷️

Discover a wide range of this year's most compelling classical music, from symphonic thrill rides and soaring voices to delicate baroque suites, ambient adventures and one groove-laden masterwork.

Celebrate Halloween with your furry friend by participating in Soapy Joe’s Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest! Submit a photo of your pet in their Halloween costume and receive a FREE wash. During the last week of October, cast your vote for your favorite pet photo and enjoy another free wash. For every vote, Soapy Joe’s will donate $1 to Helen Woodward Animal Center. Prizes for top three winners: 1st Place: Annual membership and a year's worth of pet food from Kahoots Pet & Feed 2nd Place: 3-month gift pass and a Kahoots gift card 3rd Place: Pet swag, five free wash comp cards and a Kahoots gift card Show off your pet’s spooktacular style and support a great cause! Visit: https://soapyjoescarwash.com/ Soapy Joe's Car Wash on Instagram and Facebook

The Annual “Swing with Santa” Golf Tournament is back, and this year is bigger and better than ever! All are invited to join for this exciting day at the Sycuan Singing Hills Golf Resort to raise funds for St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center, a local nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The day starts with 7:30 a.m. check-in and a shotgun start at 9 a.m. Upon check-in, golfers will start the day receiving their exclusive event swag bag followed by delicious brunch cocktails and a breakfast burrito bar. The festivities will continue with a visit from Santa as he arrives in a helicopter to participate in the thrilling ball drop event. Throughout the day, golfers will get the chance to put their putting skills to the test. There will also be select beer holes for participants to refresh themselves throughout the day. Along with fun games and prizes at select holes, attendees will also get a shot at winning a trip to the iconic Pebble Beach during the hole-in-one contest. There will be even more chances to win big during the opportunity drawings. Individual golfers can register for $200 and foursomes can register for $750. Each foursome includes one (1) golf cart. No experience is necessary to play, and clubs will be available for rent. All golfers will receive a round of golf, lunch, and a gift bag. Visit: Swing with Santa Golf Tournament St. Madeleine Sophie's Center on Instagram and Facebook

“The incredible gift, artistic vision and creative freedom” of Lucas Debargue was revealed by his performances at the Tchaikovsky International Competition in Moscow in 2015 and distinguished with the coveted Prize of the Moscow Music Critics’ Association. Today, Lucas is invited to play solo and with leading orchestras in the most prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall, Chicago Symphony Hall, The Kennedy Center, Benaroya Hall in Seattle, and more. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/lucas-debargue/ Lucas Debargue on Facebook

15th Annual Doggie Street Festival & Pet Adopt-A-Thon Saturday November 23, 2024 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. NTC PARK at Liberty Station: 2455 Cushing Road, San Diego, CA 92106 Join us at this not-to-be missed fun celebration of our furry best friends. “Peeps” will find everything they could want to pamper and improve the lives of their pets, fantastic products & services, yummy eats, vet tips, adoption groups, music, auction prizes and much more! Bring your friendly dog. Become a Sponsor-Vendor-Volunteer-Auction Prize Provider Today. Together we can do good! Visit: doggiestreetfestival.org or email doggiestreet@gmail.com Visit: https://www.doggiestreetfestival.org/ Doggie Street Festival on Instagram and Facebook

Welcome to the ultimate Taylor Swift Themed Trivia Night at The Duck Dive in PB! Get ready for an evening of music, fun, and fierce competition as we celebrate the pop sensation, Taylor Swift. Gather your squad and join Duck Dive for a night filled with Taylor Swift-themed trivia, where you can put your Swiftie knowledge to the test! From her chart-topping hits to iconic moments, our trivia questions will challenge even the most devoted fans. Don't miss the chance to win fantastic themed prizes and enjoy exclusive drink specials throughout the night. To secure your spot for the Taylor Swift Themed Trivia Night, teams must call to make their reservations after purchasing their tickets. Due to high demand, we encourage you to reserve your spot early to guarantee entry. Call (858) 273-3825 to book your table and ensure you don't miss out on the Swiftie celebration of the year! The Duck Dive on Instagram