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Mizani, the San Diego Zoo Safari Park's 12-year-old male western lowland gorilla, had sinusitis and mastoiditis, an infection of the large bone behind the ear that can occur in both humans and gorillas.

All evacuation orders and warnings have been lifted after a wildfire burned 347 acres near Ramona Mountain on Wednesday.

Join us for an evening of fresh insight and cinematic exploration with Professor Daisuke Miyao as we celebrate his newest book, "Ozu and the Ethics of Indeterminacy." A leading scholar of Japanese cinema, Chair of the Department of Literature, and fellow of the Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts at UC San Diego, Professor Miyao invites audiences to reconsider how films create meaning. Drawing on carefully curated clips from the work of Yasujirō Ozu, his talk examines how cinema can resist singular interpretation, opening instead onto multiple perspectives and modes of experience. What does it mean to watch a film without a fixed point of view? How do images shape not only what we see, but how we understand the world? Through the concept of an “ethics of indeterminacy,” Miyao offers a nuanced and timely framework for engaging with cinema in all its complexity. The presentation will be followed by a moderated Q&A, offering an opportunity for deeper conversation and engagement with Professor Miyao’s work. This event also marks a significant moment in Professor Miyao’s scholarly career, celebrating the publication of two major books in close succession—an achievement that underscores his dynamic contributions to the field of film studies. Hosted by the Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts, this event is open to students, faculty, staff, and members of the wider community. We invite you to be part of this lively and thought-provoking discussion. Visit: https://calendar.ucsd.edu/event/re-examining-cinema-studies-ozu-and-the-ethics-of-indeterminacy Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts on Instagram

From the haunting sitar of “Paint It Black” to the driving energy of “Start Me Up,” the music of The Rolling Stones has fueled generations of rock fans. Now, Paint It Black brings that legendary catalog to life at The Bornemann in a high-energy tribute celebrating one of the greatest bands in rock history. Led by multi-talented powerhouse vocalist Amanda Dickson, Paint It Black is San Diego’s only female-led Rolling Stones tribute band, delivering all the swagger, attitude, and unforgettable songs that made Mick Jagger and company icons of popular music. Featuring a collection of some of San Diego County’s most talented musicians, the band recreates the magic of the Stones' most celebrated era with classics like “Jumpin’ Jack Flash,” “Gimme Shelter,” “Brown Sugar,” “Miss You,” “Wild Horses,” “Honky Tonk Women,” and more. Their performances capture the excitement of a live Stones concert while bringing a fresh energy all their own. Whether you grew up with these songs blasting from your car radio or discovered them through decades of rock influence, this is more than a tribute show—it's a chance to relive the soundtrack of a generation. Gather your friends, enjoy a night out, and sing along to the timeless hits that continue to fill stadiums around the world. You can't always get what you want—but if what you want is a night of unforgettable rock and roll, Paint It Black delivers. Paint It Black on Facebook / Instagram

"Weird Al" Yankovic brings his legendary full-production multimedia comedy rock show back to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park with the BIGGER & WEIRDER 2026 Tour, playing his iconic hits as well as some never-performed-live-before fan favorites. Al’s long-time band is joined by four additional players to create a super-sized concert experience. “Weird Al” Yankovic is the biggest-selling comedy recording artist in history.  A 5-time Grammy Award winner, he is best known for his parodies of the biggest musical artists over the last 4 decades, including Madonna, Michael Jackson, Taylor Swift, Queen, U2 and Lady Gaga, all with their personal blessings.  His many hits include “Amish Paradise,” “Eat It,” “Like a Surgeon,” “Smells Like Nirvana,” “Word Crimes,” and the platinum-selling “White & Nerdy.” His last album Mandatory Fun is the only comedy album in history to debut at #1 on the Billboard Top 200.  Yankovic’s live shows have entertained audiences across the globe for generations, including appearances at such iconic venues as Radio City Music Hall, The Hollywood Bowl, Red Rocks, Carnegie Hall, Wolf Trap, The Kennedy Center and Madison Square Garden. In 2022, Yankovic produced and co-wrote the Emmy-winning biopic WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story, starring Daniel Radcliffe in the title role. VIP Meet & Greet and Backstage Tour Packages are available for this show. Follow this link for more information on VIP packages. --- Special Guest Puddles Pity Party, the 7-foot sad clown whose golden voice is “comparable to any Grammy winner” (Los Angeles Times), has amassed over 900K YouTube subscribers and performed sold out shows around the globe including San Francisco’s Palace of Fine Arts, London’s Soho Theatre and a residency at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. He has performed on stage with such legends as Eric Idle, Nick Offerman, Jack Black, Maynard James Keenan and Primus. Puddles’ one-of-a-kind “textured voice laced with melancholy” (NY Times) has been hailed as “operatic” (Boston Globe) and his show both “life-affirming” (Herald Scotland) and “hysterically funny” (LA Weekly).  Please note: The San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this concert. Be advised that this concert will contain strobe lighting elements. "Weird Al" Yankovic on Facebook / Instagram

Julia Masli’s award-winning solo phenomenon "ha ha ha ha ha ha ha" (a New York Times Top Pick of the Year) arrives in San Diego for two weeks only following a string of critically acclaimed runs across the world, from Edinburgh to New York to Melbourne. The Guardian says it's “The year's most exciting, have-to-be-there comedy moment." Theatermania agrees: “It’s a testament to what a community can achieve when it works together.” La Jolla Playhouse on Facebook / Instagram

The La Jolla Historical Society continues its free Growing Together series with a family-friendly celebration of art and community in partnership with the Murals of La Jolla. Taking place Sunday, May 3 from 12–2 p.m., the event invites families to explore La Jolla’s vibrant public art scene through a self-guided mini mural tour, complete with a downloadable map, scavenger hunt, music, and hands-on activities at each stop. Shaded stations will also feature mural highlights and additional information for those who want to keep exploring beyond the event. The afternoon includes a hands-on workshop led by Kaori Fukuyama, as well as a separate collaborative mural where guests of all ages can contribute to a shared community artwork. Along with Murals of La Jolla, La Jolla Historical Society is also working with Songs4Smiles, a student-run nonprofit of students from the San Diego Youth Symphony, to provide live music to eventgoers. Families can also enjoy lawn games, creative play, and food available for purchase, making it a lively and welcoming way to experience La Jolla’s outdoor gallery. For more information, visit www.lajollahistory.org or call (858) 459-5335. La Jolla Historical Society on Facebook / Instagram

What do you do when the law won’t allow the kind of death you want? For a growing number of Americans, the answer is: go to Switzerland. Join the Hemlock Society of San Diego for a candid and eye-opening conversation about Voluntary Assisted Death abroad—why people consider it, how it works, and what families experience along the way. Sunday, June 14 at 1 p.m. Live on Zoom | Recording available This 90-minute program brings together perspectives rarely heard side by side: A wife’s story – Pat Spears shares her deeply personal journey and the decisions she and her husband, Bert – facing Alzheimer’s – made to travel to Switzerland. A practical roadmap – John Watson, the mastermind behind The Switzerland Alternative, introduces a trusted resource for navigating end-of-life options in Switzerland. Inside perspective – Experts from Pegasos explain the process, requirements, and realities of Voluntary Assisted Death in Switzerland Your questions answered – A live, open Q&A Whether you are planning ahead or simply want to understand what options exist beyond U.S. borders, this program offers insight you won’t find in the headlines. Hemlock Society of San Diego on Facebook

The San Diego International Folk Dance Club is excited to host a special summer series of beginner dance lessons at the Balboa Park Club, July 1 — Aug 26. See the world through the lens of other countries’ folk dances! Bring a picnic dinner to the free outdoor Twilight Concerts, then stay for the dance lessons! Full schedule at: https://www.idasdc.com Students with I.D. get FREE ENTRY ... perfect for extracurricular credits!

The free brew comes with any purchase of a four-hand roll set, which features albacore, yellowtail, salmon and shrimp, priced at $21, or any item of equal or greater value. Temaki serves several draft beers, including local favorites such as Viewpoint Brewing's “Penintant Man West Coast IPA” from Del Mar and Harland's “Japanese Lager” from San Diego. Sushi loving dads can pair their pour with a selection of standout dishes, including the Southtown roll with avocado, shrimp tempura and gobu, topped with spicy tuna, jalapeño, sweet soy, ponzu and cilantro, priced at $22; the tuna poke bowl with sushi rice, cucumber, daikon, avocado, seaweed and spicy aioli, priced at $22; or a three hand roll set with salmon, yellowtail and shrimp, priced at $17, among other standout options. Temaki Bar, a Clique Hospitality concept, was named Best of North County 2024 for both sushi and seafood restaurants. The popular sushi bar elevates the art of traditional sushi-making to exceptional heights, using only freshly caught, sustainable seafood and locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Located at 575 S. Coast Hwy. 101, Temaki Bar is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Visit: https://www.temakibarsushi.com/ Temaki Bar on Instagram and Facebook