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The VAPA Foundation, dedicated to enhancing access to arts education for San Diego students in grades K through 12, is thrilled to announce its annual Beyond Brilliance Gala, an extraordinary celebration that highlights the exceptional talents of young, gifted performing artists. Now in its sixth year, the event will take place at a stunning new venue, the state-of-the-art Epstein Family Amphitheater. This venue will provide the perfect setting for a captivating showcase of performances across a variety of artistic mediums, including dance, musical theater, mariachi, and a full award-winning student orchestra. The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. with an exclusive VIP Champagne Reception, featuring a Broadway-style musical performance. At 6 p.m., all guests will join a welcome reception with delicious bites, cocktails, and a range of captivating musical performances. Enjoy intimate ensembles and full orchestra pieces, including performances by Mira Mesa High School Orchestra, the Jazz Ensemble from Creative, Performing, and Media Arts Middle School, a Mariachi Ensemble from Bell Middle School, selections from Gypsy by Scripps Ranch High School, and student visual art displays from across San Diego. After the performances, the celebration will continue with dessert, coffee, and more music. Guests are encouraged to dress in colorful, creative attire to match the spirit of this vibrant evening. Beyond Brilliance is not only a showcase of the incredible artistic talents of student artists but also a vital fundraiser that supports the programs that make these creative opportunities possible. The arts play a crucial role in personal expression, growth, and academic achievement. Through its work, the VAPA Foundation funds arts education programs for students throughout San Diego Unified schools. This year’s Beyond Brilliance promises to be the most exciting celebration yet. The venue offers convenient access to parking, with a cart service available for guests with mobility needs. Visit: https://paybee.io/quickpay.html?handle=vapa_gala_23&ppid=17#campaignList VAPA Foundation San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Welcome to Le Salon De Musiques — a concert experience unlike any other. You will feel the essence of chamber music. Up-close seating allows you to enjoy music the way it was meant to be shared. Following the concert, meet the artists and fellow concertgoers while savoring a high tea buffet with French Champagne catered by The French Gourmet. It’s an afternoon you will not soon forget, an experience that will enrich your life unlike any other form of entertainment. It takes place in San Diego, at the La Jolla Woman's Club. Concert 2: Sunday November 9th, at 4 p.m. (Including high tea buffet after the performance) PROGRAM: Introduced by musicologist Ross Mitchell - J. BRAHMS: PIANO TRIO No.2 IN C MAJOR OP 87 - A. DVORAK: ROMANCE IN F MAJOR OP11 FOR VIOLIN & PIANO - N. REBER: PIANO TRIO No.3 IN G MINOR OP 16 "US PREMIERE" Performed by: AMBROISE AUBRUN, Violin BEN SOLOMONOW, Cello XIAO CHEN, Piano Visit: https://lesalondemusiques.com/product/concert-2-2025-2026/ Le Salon de Musiques on Facebook

San Diego's Zohreh and Susie Ghahremani share "Memory Garden," a children's book about a grandmother and granddaughter bonding through stories, culture and gardening.

Multi-platinum artist Lee Brice is headed to San Diego for a different kind of show. For one night only, he’s trading the big stage for a sunset cruise, playing solo with just a guitar, a mic, and the stories behind the songs. Experience the music the way it was first written — stripped down, in a part-concert, part-conversation setting where Lee takes his time, talks to the crowd, and delivers a performance that you won’t forget. Come aboard for a buffet dinner, open bar, and panoramic views of the San Diego skyline for a night that’s more personal than anything you’d find in an arena. VIPs start the night off right with a meet and greet with Lee Brice, plus a signed photo and more exclusive perks. As the city lights glow, Lee turns the yacht into a listening room, where every lyric lands closer and every note carries further. Visit: https://www.cityexperiences.com/city-cruises/live/san-diego/lee-brice-you-me-my-guitar/ Lee Brice on Instagram and Facebook

Roman Surovtsev is like many others who were detained at their regularly scheduled ICE check-ins. What makes his case different is that his wife has marshaled a team of lawyers on his behalf.

Join the North Coast Symphony for "Echoes Through Time," a concert of timeless classics and contemporary works, on Saturday, October 18 at 2:30 p.m. at the San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas. The program includes Copland’s uplifting "Fanfare for the Common Man," Mendelssohn’s dramatic "Reformation Symphony." Gershwin’s beloved "Rhapsody in Blue" with pianist Phillip Dannels, and Jose Elizondo’s vibrant "Estampas Mexicanas." The program also includes Ching-Shan Chang’s reflective piece "In History, In Memory." North Coast Symphony on Facebook

San Francisco-based dance and music ensemble La Mezcla’s "Ghostly Labor" explores the history of labor in the U.S.–Mexico borderlands through tap, Mexican Zapateado, Son Jarocho, Afro-Caribbean movement, and live music. La Mezcla on Facebook / Instagram

Prolific drummer, composer, and producer Makaya McCraven performs from his new album: "In These Times," a triumphant culmination of a project over seventeen years in the making. Makaya McCraven on Facebook / Instagram

The mothers met in a Whatsapp group. They have vowed to fight until their sons, who they say have not committed crimes and do not have ties to gangs, are released.

Less than 48 hours after the deadly attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach that left more than a dozen dead, Australian authorities announced proposals for sweeping new gun laws.