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Fans were quick to point out: A pair of charismatic, smart, girl-power entertainment figures are up for the biggest prize in the industry. And one of the biggest nominations goes to ... Ken?

In writer Tanja Maljartschuk's novel, the narrator's malaise and weakening attachment to time serve as a metaphor for today's Ukraine, as well as for other struggling democracies, including our own.

The San Diego Convention Center hosted a solar energy expo that wasn't just about technology and workshops.

Come join us at our 41st Annual Oktoberfest Fall Festival event with real German meals from Tip Top Meats, kids and adult activities, live German music, and of course a beer garden. The Bier Garten will feature an assortment of beers on tap including an Oktoberfest varietal and various wines.Proceeds from the event go to the Rotary Clubs of Carlsbad and to charities in the Carlsbad area. Come out to support your local community and get your Oktoberfest on!Event Schedule: Oktoberfest DJ will be on from Noon–4 p.m. Kids Zone Noon–4 p.m. 1 p.m. Chicken Dance-Off and Yodeling Competition: Get ready to shake those tail feathers and compete for this year’s Chicken Dance CHAMPION. Original moves are welcome and the crowd will pick the winners.2:30 p.m. Wiener Toss Contest - Kids/Adults: Teams of two will toss a sausage back and forth and compete to see how far away from each other they can successfully toss the wiener without letting it touch the ground and keeping it in tact. Hot dog!3 p.m. Oktoberfest Royalty Prizes: Dust off those Dirndls and Lederhosen for Oktoberfest’s best dressed German Costume Competition. The crowd will choose their favorite Oktoberfest King and Queen. 4 p.m. Interfaith SpeaksThe Beergarden Band Haselnuss will perform 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.5:25 p.m. National Anthem/Intro Mayor.5:40 p.m. Presentation for Jimmy Ukegawa and Big John's Family.6 p.m. Women's Stein-holding Competition: Flex those beer muscles by seeing who can hold a beer stein (full of water) out in front of them the longest.7 p.m. Men's Stein-holding Competition: Flex those beer muscles by seeing who can hold a beer stein (full of water) out in front of them the longest.Opportunity Drawing 7:30 p.m.View this event on Facebook

With overwhelming talent and innate musicality, Seong-Jin Cho is one of the consummate talents and most distinctive artists of his generation.About Seong-Jin Cho |Seong-Jin Cho was brought to the world’s attention in 2015 when he won First Prize at the Chopin International Competition in Warsaw, and his career has rapidly ascended since. In January 2016, he signed an exclusive contract with Deutsche Grammophon. An artist high in demand, Cho works with the world’s most prestigious orchestras including Berliner Philharmoniker, Wiener Philharmoniker, London Symphony Orchestra, Orchestre de Paris, New York Philharmonic and The Philadelphia Orchestra. Conductors he regularly collaborates with include Myung-Whun Chung, Gustavo Dudamel, Andris Nelsons, Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Gianandrea Noseda, Sir Simon Rattle, Santtu-Matias Rouvali, Esa-Pekka Salonen and Lahav Shani.Highlights of Seong-Jin Cho’s 2023–24 season include his anticipated debut at the Salzburger Festspiele with the Mozarteumorchester and Ivor Bolton, and his return to London’s BBC Proms with the Philharmonia Orchestra and Santtu-Matias Rouvali. He returns to the Concertgebouworkest, Los Angeles Philharmonic and Boston Symphony Orchestra, giving performances in both Boston and Carnegie Hall, and debuts with The Cleveland Orchestra, San Francisco and Chicago Symphony Orchestras. Cho also embarks on several international tours, including with the Berliner Philharmoniker and Kirill Petrenko in Korea, and with the Gewandhausorchester Leipzig and Andris Nelsons in Korea and Japan, and performs with the National Symphony Orchestra Washington and Gianandrea Noseda throughout Europe in Spring 2024. He also appears in many of the world’s most prestigious concert halls including the main stage of Carnegie Hall, Concertgebouw Amsterdam, Berliner Philharmonie, Musikverein Wien, Konzerthaus Wien, Prinzregententheater München, Barbican London, Suntory Hall Tokyo, Walt Disney Hall Los Angeles, Festival International de piano de la Roque d’Anthéron, and Verbier Festival.Seong-Jin Cho’s latest recording is his solo album, The Handel Project, released in February 2023, and in August 2021, he released Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 2 and Scherzi with the London Symphony Orchestra and Gianandrea Noseda for Deutsche Grammophon. He had previously recorded his first album with the same orchestra and conductor featuring Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 1 as well as the Four Ballades. His solo album, The Wanderer, was released in May 2020 and features Schubert’s “Wanderer” Fantasy, Berg’s Piano Sonata op. 1 and Liszt’s Piano Sonata in B minor. A solo Debussy recital was also released in November 2017, followed by a Mozart album with the Chamber Orchestra of Europe and Yannick Nézet-Séguin in 2018. All albums have been released on the Yellow Label and have garnered critical acclaim worldwide.Born in 1994 in Seoul, Seong-Jin Cho started learning the piano at the age of six and gave his first public recital aged 11. In 2009, he became the youngest-ever winner of Japan’s Hamamatsu International Piano Competition. In 2011, he won Third Prize at the International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow at the age of 17.Stay Connected on Social Media |Twitter + Facebook + Instagram

First Prize, Concours International de Piano Clara Haskil in Switzerland Tchaikovsky Competition 2019, Silver MedalistWith an innate musical sensitivity and naturalness to his artistry, 24-year-old pianist Mao Fujita has already impressed many leading musicians as one of those special talents which come along only rarely, equally at home in Mozart as the major romantic repertoire.About Mao Fujita|Born in Tokyo, Fujita was still studying at the Tokyo College of Music in 2017 when he took First Prize at the prestigious Concours International de Piano Clara Haskil in Switzerland, along with the Audience Award, Prix Modern Times, and the Prix Coup de Coeur, which first brought him to the attention of the international music community. He was also the Silver Medalist at the 2019 Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow, where his special musical qualities received exceptional attention from a jury of leading musicians.Fujita has been invited to appear in recital at major international festivals including the Klavier-Festival Ruhr, Tsinandali and Riga-Jurmala festivals, among others, and he made his highly-anticipated US recital debut at Carnegie Hall in January 2023. Recent and upcoming orchestral highlights include performances with the Gewandhausorchester, Munich Philharmonic, Royal Philharmonic, Royal Concertgebouw, Philharmonique de Radio France, Konzerthaus Berlin, Yomiuri Nippon Symphony, Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony, Israel Philharmonic, RAI, Filarmonica della Scala, and Lucerne Festival orchestras, while his many conductor relationships include Vasily Petrenko, Christoph Eschenbach, Riccardo Chailly, and Andris Nelsons.In November 2021, Fujita signed an exclusive multi-album deal with Sony Classical International. The new partnership sees him explore many facets of repertoire across several releases, starting with an eagerly-anticipated studio recording of Mozart’s complete piano sonatas, which is due for release in October 2022, following an acclaimed series of performances of the complete sonatas at the Verbier Festival in 2021. Fujita has been invited to perform the same set of works, interspersed with sets of Variations, over five concerts for his debut at London’s Wigmore Hall at the end of the 2022/23 season.Starting piano lessons at the age of three, Fujita won his first international prize in 2010 at the World Classic in Taiwan, and became a laureate of numerous national and international competitions such as the Rosario Marciano International Piano Competition in Vienna (2013), Zhuhai International Mozart Competition for Young Musicians (2015), and the Gina Bachauer International Young Artists Piano Competition (2016).

The 3rd Annual Dia De Los Muertos Celebration is Saturday, October 28 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Watch the South Bay neighborhood transform into a beautiful and lively, cempacuchil filled extravaganza to celebrate the lives of past loved ones. The free community event is more than just an exciting experience for the entire family; it’s a cherished tradition that brings the entire community together to commemorate departed loved ones while embracing the joy that life brings.Taking place in the heart of Downtown Chula Vista, the celebration will be filled with a community altar, an altar contest, dance performances, a Catrin and Catrina Ensemble Contest for cash prizes, food vendors, and themed photo opportunities throughout the neighborhood. At the core of the cultural tradition is the community altar, a symbol signifying love and remembrance. The South Bay neighborhood encourages the community to participate in the touching tradition by bringing photos of loved ones who have passed and place them in the neighborhood’s community altar. As a holiday dedicated to celebrating the lives of those who have passed, the altar will be a collection of memories that will be cherished by all.Along with the community altar, there will be chances to win cash prizes by participating in the contests hosted by the Downtown Chula Vista Association. This year’s altar contest will feature three different categories: best altar created by school/students, best altar created by the general public, and best overall altar. Attached to claiming the victory, the winners of the contest will win cash prizes. For more information and the application form click here.Guests are also encouraged to dress up in traditional Catrin and Catrina attire or put their own twist on the traditional look. Those with the best and most creative looks will take home a cash prize ranging from $100 to $500. The categories for the contest includes best youth (12 and under), best catrín (male), best catrína (female), and best couple. To apply or to learn more click here.Fun activities will be set up for families such as a kid’s craft station, treats, delicious food, vendors, themed photo opportunities throughout the neighborhood. Towards the end of the evening, a special screening of Guillermo del Toro’s "Book of Life" will be played in the Memorial Bowl starting at 7 p.m.

Celebrating its 3rd year, The Halloween Town Costume Party is set to top last year and present Spooktacular festivities that San Diegans of all ages can partake in!Event Highlights: Dance party with dance games, Beetlejuice as our fun host, carnival games with prizes, a costume parade along the boardwalk, a costume contest with a chance to win a PlayStation 5, a raffle with exciting prizes, local food pop-up, delectable Halloween-themed desserts from Seaport Fudge Factory, and the renowned Dole Soft Serve ice cream at their booth. Explore custom ice cream cones by Game of Cones, sip on local brews from Mike Hess Brewery, savor ice cream flavors from Ben & Jerry’s, enjoy San Pasqual Winery’s drinks, and shop at Island Fashion for local products.Seaport Village on Facebook / Instagram

🎃 Join us for a Spooktacular Family-Friendly Halloween Event at The Shout! House Dueling Pianos! 📅 Date: Sunday, October 29🚪 Doors Open: 2 p.m.🎹 Piano Show Starts: 2:30 p.m.Get ready to put on your most creative and fun costumes because we’re turning The Shout! House into a Halloween haven for the whole family! This is a Halloween celebration like no other, where ghouls and goblins of all ages are welcome.👗 Costume Contest: Show off your amazing Halloween costumes and stand a chance to win fabulous prizes! Whether you’re a spooky ghost, a superhero, a magical creature, or anything in between, your costume could be the star of the show.🎹 Family-Friendly Dueling Piano Show: Our talented pianists are here to entertain you with high-energy, family-friendly music that will get everyone clapping, singing, and dancing along. Request your favorite tunes, and watch as the pianos come alive with music and laughter.🍔 Delicious Food and Drinks: We have something for every taste bud. Perfect for both kids and adults.🎈 All Ages Welcome: This event is designed with the whole family in mind, so no matter the age, everyone can have a blast together. We believe Halloween should be fun for everyone!🪙 Table Reservations: Due to the popularity of our family-friendly events, we highly recommend making a table reservation in advance. Secure your spot today to ensure the best seats in the house for your family.📍 Location: The Shout! House Dueling Pianos 655 4th Ave, San Diego CA 92101Come in your spookiest, silliest, or most creative costumes, and let’s make this Halloween unforgettable! We can’t wait to see you there!🎃👻🎶The Shout! House San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

We learn a lot when we enter the perspective other people and even objects of the natural and unnatural world. This class will discuss a series of persona poems…written in the voice of the “other”…in order to arrive at a new and deeper understanding of others’ experience. Pulitzer Prize winner Louise Gluck has an entire book, "The Wild Iris", in which the poems are all written in the voice of plants. The purpose of our session will be to practice entering into another’s experience and searching for a deeper meaning that we can apply to own lives. Both poets and prose writers can benefit from this experience.