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Born in Finland and now based in New York, Olli Soikkeli is a master of Django-style Gypsy jazz, acclaimed for his swinging, lyrical playing on stages from Europe’s top jazz festivals to New York’s Town Hall, Birdland, and the Blue Note. Joining him is Italian-Brazilian seven-string virtuoso Cesar Garabini, a leading voice of Brazilian choro whose work has been featured at Jazz at Lincoln Center, the Museum of Modern Art, NPR, and NBC. Together, they bring two rich musical traditions into an intimate, spirited conversation that blends dazzling technique with deep, soulful groove. Visit: https://papermooneventspace.ticketspice.com/brazilian-chorinho-and-gypsy-jazz Olli Soikkeli on Instagram and Facebook Cesar Garabini on Instagram

A teen-run mental health hotline is seeing thousands of contacts from San Diego youth.

We talk about the history behind some of the places considered to be the most haunted in San Diego.

The gold medal-winning figure skater came to the Milano Cortina winter games with a distinctive "raccoon" hairstyle — alternating rings of dark and light hair. Now, fans are following her lead.

The 51-year-old daughter of the late former President Alberto Fujimori, Peru's new conservative leader has pledged to fight crime with an "iron fist."

In an interview with NPR, one of Ukraine's top negotiators Sergiy Kyslytsya explains why Kyiv believes it now has the leverage to force Russia into serious negotiations.

A new California Supreme Court ruling on retirement pay for public employees centered on a small amount of money — just one week’s salary for a retired attorney — but it had the potential to be a much costlier decision for government agencies and taxpayers.

First, the San Diego City Council approved two years of water and sewage rate hikes. Then, it’s been three months since the city of San Diego began clearing encampments alongside roadways, we bring you the latest on that effort. Next, UC San Diego researchers found that some satellite communications were being beamed towards Earth unencrypted. Plus, the National City Public Library now offers a bit more than just books.

Join us for a special Paint and Sip inspired by the art of Keith Haring! Our Paint & Sip will take place during the Pride Artisan Market at Alma’s 4th floor rooftop restaurant and bar, Leave of Absence--your ultimate outdoor + rooftop bar and restaurant in San Diego serving wood-fired pizzas and artfully crafted cocktails. Whether you’re looking for a casual gathering with friends or a romantic dinner under the stars, join us at Leave of Absence to savor the flavors of San Diego while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of downtown from our rooftop restaurant. It’s time to indulge in a true Californian experience that will linger in your memories long after your vacation ends. We encourage artistic freedom! You can alter the painting to fit your style and use any of our colors. We provide all the art supplies you’ll need, including canvas, paint, brushes, and aprons. Just bring your enthusiasm and a thirst for creativity. Food & Beverage available for purchase on site. Visit: https://paintingandvino.com/event/keith-haring-inspired-art-pride-paint-and-sip-san-diego/ Painting & Vino on Instagram and Facebook

Class Description: An author platform is all about visibility and building an audience for your work. And here’s a surprise: Social media is only a small slice of the platform pie! In this workshop, we’ll clear up common misconceptions about what an author platform really is and explore the many components that make it thrive. You’ll assess your own strengths, identify areas to grow, and leave with a practical plan—and the confidence—to begin building a powerful, authentic platform that supports your writing career. Disclaimers: Please be advised that it is best to register at least a week before the start of a class to help our instructors prepare and ensure that it does not get canceled or rescheduled. Policies regarding registration, refunds, cancellations, etc., can be found on our policies page. At the end of the course, please complete the evaluation form—your feedback is invaluable for improving our classes and supporting the grant reporting that makes these programs possible. Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2026-04-26-what-is-an-author-platform-and-why-do-you-need-one-with-jill-g-hall/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook