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Scottish author Douglas Stuart won the Booker Prize for his debut novel, Shuggie Bain, in 2020. His latest work is a suspense story wrapped around a novel of acute psychological observation.

The competition is designed to discover promising young opera singers and assist in the development of their careers, and is sponsored by the Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition. Winner/s of the San Diego District will compete in the Western Region Finals in Los Angeles. Winner/s of the San Diego District will compete in the Western Region Finals (tentatively scheduled for March 12, 2023) in Los Angeles. Western Region winner/s will advance to the national semi-finals (April 17, 2023) and finalists to the Grand Finals (April 23, 2023) in New York City. Follow on Socials! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

The North Coast Symphony Orchestra celebrates its 75th anniversary with a special anniversary concert featuring American composers on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 2:30 p.m. at the San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdelena, Encinitas with reception to follow. The performance includes composers Leroy Anderson, Samuel Barber, James P. Johnson, Alan Lerner and Frederick Loewe, and features William Grant Still’s Afro American Symphony and Aaron Copland’s stirring Lincoln Portrait narrated by actor Victor Morris. The orchestra was founded in 1947 by Encinitas greenhouse owner Alfred Williams Jr. and is conducted by Daniel Swem. Admission: $12 general, $10 seniors/students/military, $30/family max. Follow on Facebook!

Join us every Friday for a quiet morning at the Museum! Guests who prefer less audio-visual stimulation can enjoy a quieter, sensory-friendly experience at the Museum. Included with general admission to the museum, learn more online at museumofus.org/blog/a-space-for-all-of-us. Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Join us for story time in the Museum! We’ll be reading a selection of stories that invite little ones to connect, reflect, and engage with the human experience at an age-appropriate level. Join us in the Monsters! Clubhouse for readings in both English and Spanish. This program is recommended for children ages 3-9 and their guardians, but all are welcome. Storytime is included with admission, no registration is required. Check out the stories we’ll be reading online here. Follow on Socials! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Join us every Friday morning for a breath of fresh air! Climb the historic California Tower to engage in moments of guided meditation along the way. At the top, we’ll roll out our yoga mats for some extended breathwork while enjoying spectacular 360-degree views of San Diego from the Tower’s eighth-floor viewing deck. Reflect on the week, set intentions for the weekend, or simply take a moment for yourself while taking in the beauty of Balboa Park. For adults 18+ only, registration is required and capacity is limited. Register early here! Follow on Socials! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Roland Griffiths is known as the scientist who helped prove that psychedelics can alleviate depression and mental anguish in cancer patients. That pursuit has since become a lot more personal.

When Michael J. Fox describes his experience with Parkinson's disease in his new documentary, he's extremely blunt. But talking with NPR this week, he hasn't lost the humor that made him famous.

Live music from Slum Summer, Super Buffet and The Fictitious Dishes, at Deano's Pub. Free entry! Bands start at 8 p.m. Follow on Socials! Facebook & Instagram

From the organizers: Spreckels Organ Society, and Opera4Kids, will host a free, family friendly performance of “The Enchanted Tail” for young audiences and their families! “The Enchanted Tail” is a show written especially for young children and those young at heart. Performed by top opera singers from Southern California, the show will be sung by Victoria Robertson (Soprano) and Bernardo Bermudez (BariTenor), accompanied by San Diego Civic Organist Raúl Prieto Ramírez. Related links: Spreckels Organ Society on Facebook and Instagram