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This September, Ballet Collective San Diego is proud to present "RESONANCE," a melodic evening of diverse contemporary ballet works by local choreographers Tylor Bradshaw, Reka Gyulai, Holly Meacham, Whitney Edwards, and Emily Miller with Guest Choreographer Holly Curran (Metropolitan Opera NYC) choreographed to a wide range of musical offerings, with special guests The Hausmann Quartet and other musical collaborators. "RESONANCE" touches the pulse of what is important to each choreographer and dancer—the rapture in hearing music that is close to us, what is real and honest between two people sharing space, and the power of many bodies breathing together as one. Visit: https://www.balletcollectivesd.com/ Ballet Collective San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for an exclusive evening supporting coastal wildlife, education, and sustainability at the Living Coast Discovery Center! Our annual fundraising event is back for its 15th year, featuring food and beverage samplings from sustainably minded restaurants, breweries, wineries, and more, animal encounters, a silent and live auction, musical entertainment, and sunset views on San Diego Bay! For more information visit: thelivingcoast.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Among the most intensely admired composers in jazz, Wayne Shorter is a true legend whose career stretched over half a century. The golden era of this saxophonist’s extraordinary musical journey was marked by the formation of his quartet with Danilo Pérez, John Patitucci, and Brian Blade, who went forth to confound all preconceptions of jazz in a prolific 24 years of concerts and GRAMMY® Award-winning recordings. Shorter’s great musical legacy lives on through this kindred trio, as they take to Zero Gravity—a shared fearlessness espoused by their mentor and Zen guru. Frequently hailed as one of the most influential saxophonists of his generation, Mark Turner rounds out this inspired exploration of the unknown. Performing their own interpretations of Shorter’s compositions, this quartet seeks to honor his pivotal contributions to jazz. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/legacy-of-wayne-shorter/ Wayne Shorter on Instagram and Facebook

Workshop conducted by Award-winning Author and Spiritual Teacher Dimitri Moraitis Eastern mystical training emphasizes the highest aspiration is reaching the Ultimate Reality that exists behind the veil of physical life. Buddhism teaches of Nirvana. The Tao teaches of a return to the source from where all life springs. Hindu metaphysics teaches of attaining enlightenment and uniting with Brahman—the ocean of life. Yet in the Western mystical teachings, there is the emphasis on reaching God. The three great monotheistic traditions—Judaism, Christianity and Islam—all emphasize God is the goal of life. As spiritual truth seekers, how do we incorporate these two universal perspectives in our soul growth? One of the glories of the modern age is an understanding that the traditions of the East and the West are essentially different facets of the same precious jewel. By understanding the underlying unity of these traditions, we gain a deeper, more mature understanding of life, God, and our place in the divine scheme. Drawing from The Kingdom of Light Teachings, Dimitri offers fresh insights as to how the mystical aim of God and the Ultimate Reality are both essential to unlock the potential of the soul and serve in the divine plan. Discover meditative techniques with Divine Light to help you be more effective and energetic in life’s pursuits, as well as feel more engaged and purposeful in all you do. $35 / As we are a non-profit, donations welcomed. Offered online and In-person on Saturday, December 9 from 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. PT In-person location: Spiritual Arts Institute 527 Encinitas Blvd, Suite 206 Encinitas, CA 92024 DIMITRI MORAITIS is cofounder and co-spiritual director of the renowned Spiritual Arts Institute. Having trained with mystic clairvoyant Barbara Y. Martin for decades, Dimitri is an illumined metaphysical teacher, lectures across the country, and appears on numerous podcasts and radio shows. Martin and Moraitis are coauthors of the international bestseller Change Your Aura, Change Your Life, Communing with the Divine, Karma and Reincarnation, the highly acclaimed The Healing Power of Your Aura and the newly released Heaven and Your Spiritual Evolution. Along with Barbara, Dimitri is co-creator and teacher of the SAI programs, course curriculums and numerous workshops. Spiritual Arts Institute on Facebook / Instagram

One of the brothers sued by the wife of late San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler for control of the team says her allegations of wrongdoing are untrue.

Do you dare to travel back to a haunted Halloween night in the electric '80s? Join for a night of ghostly fun at Spookeasy. This is a one-of-a-kind speakeasy party hosted by local nonprofit St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center (SMSC). To enter the time capsule, attendees will be led through the secret gardens of SMSC, which will be transformed into a haunted haven for those who dare to enter. Expect to dance the night away and groove to 80’s hits with live music from local legendary band BETTAMAXX. To fuel all the moonwalking, guests can sip on totally tubular cocktails crafted by expert mixologists and indulge in stellar late-night bites, such as made-to-order tacos and bacon-wrapped hot dogs. All are encouraged to dress funky fresh and ready to impress for a chance to win the costume contest. The epic scavenger hunt will lead to hidden treasures and wickedly cool photo opportunities throughout the venue. All throughout, you’ll find goblins, ghouls and frights around every corner. Grab your Walkman and tease up your hair for a night of nostalgia and scares! This event is not only the ultimate Halloween Party, but it also supports a cause that truly makes a difference in our community. Funds raised for this event go towards SMSC’s nationally recognized innovative programs that serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The center’s “Life Program” allows students to develop creative outlets, learn marketable skills, and gain a sense of independence and self-esteem. Tickets are on sale now and start at $75. All tickets grant access to all entertainment, including the scavenger hunt and entry into the costume contest, along with a feast of food and drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic). VIP tickets include exclusive access to our premium liquor VIP bar featuring top-shelf bottles. To RSVP, please visit https://spookeasy.org/ St. Madeleine Sophie's Center on Facebook / Instagram

Dancing Through Prison Walls is a California-based dance and performance project whose mission is to dance with, choreograph with, and tell stories within embodied carceral landscapes and beyond, amplifying the voices of incarcerated individuals and addressing mass incarceration. This event centers a screening of the award-winning dance documentary film, Undanced Dances Through Prison Walls During a Pandemic (2021). The film highlights six choreographies written by incarcerated dancers from their bunks inside prison and sent out to "the free world." The dances are embodied and brilliantly performed by members of the Dancing Through Prison Walls community with deep knowledge in a diversity of styles including hip-hop, breaking, tap, performance art, quebradita, spoken word, butoh and contemporary dance. Following the film, Artistic Director Suchi Branfman hosts a community discussion with the Dancing Through Prison Walls team of artists. Co-Sponsors: Cross-Cultural Center and Dance Studies Visit: https://www.dancingthroughprisonwalls.org/

President-elect Donald Trump promised to limit transgender health care access and ban trans athletes from school sports. We asked two experts what that would mean for trans people in the U.S.

Trump wants to reinterpret the phrasing of the 14th Amendment to mean that the federal government would not recognize automatic birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to parents without legal status.

Paul Ninson had an old-school, newfangled dream: a modern library devoted to photobooks showing life on the continent. He maxed out his credit cards, injured his back — and made it happen.