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Join us for an extraordinary evening where the vibrant sounds of Westwind Virtuosi strings meet the world-renowned public art of the Stuart Collection at UC San Diego! Westwind Virtuosi is thrilled to present a unique concert program on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at The BEAR, one of the iconic public art installations within the Stuart Collection at UC San Diego. Prepare for a captivating “Bridgerton Classical String Spectacular" – an enchanting musical journey featuring themes from the beloved series and more. This program celebrates the enduring power of music, traversing classical elegance, cinematic beauty, and beyond. This is a free community concert! We are immensely grateful for the generous support of the Music Performance Trust Fund and the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture, whose contributions make this event possible. Westwind Virtuosi on Facebook

The rarely screened "Four Nights of a Dreamer" is Robert Bresson’s great forgotten masterpiece, a stark yet haunting ode to romantic idealism and the capriciousness of love. Adapted from Fyodor Dostoevsky’s “White Nights,” "Four Nights" follows Jacques (Guillaume des Forêts), a lonely artist who roams bohemian Paris in search of the girl of his dreams. One night he saves a beautiful young woman, Marthe, from plunging into the Seine in despair over her rejection by an avoidant lover (Maurice Monnoyer). Jacques compassionately attempts to reunite Marthe with her beau, but his feelings for his new friend soon become less than platonic and his investment in her personal drama far from selfless. "Four Nights of a Dreamer" has been called the French master’s “loveliest” work: with his signature minimalism, Bresson films the shimmering beauty of nocturnal Paris as it enfolds his characters in endless possibility—subtly capturing the wonder of unexpected connection and the mystery of fate. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

Sunday, December 7, 2025 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 251 North City Drive, San Marcos (Off Hwy 78 & Twin Oaks Valley Road) Eat, drink, and be merry at the 6th Annual Holly Jolly Holiday Market - a one-day wonderland of festive fun, holiday cheer, and shopping galore! What to Expect: • 175+ local artisans, crafters & creators offering unique gifts, décor, and treats • Live holiday music to keep your spirits bright • Seasonal eats and drinks to savor • A special visit from Santa Claus from 12 p.m.–2 p.m. It’s the ultimate way to celebrate the season with family and friends while supporting local businesses and finding one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list. Free Admission & Free Parking! Park easily at: • 295 June Way • 201 Campus Way Visit northcity.com/pages/visit-us for maps & directions. Mark your calendars and join the holiday magic in San Marcos! Parking Free parking at the North City parking structure: • 295 June Way, San Marcos Plan your visit and see maps: https://www.northcity.com/pages/visit-us Be Part of the Magic Apply as a Vendor: https://eventhub.net/events/2025-Holly-Jolly-Holiday-Market_6794 Sponsor & General Info: Melanie Jamil — melanie@sanmarcoschamber.com • 760-744-1270 See you at North City for a holly jolly good time! North City on Facebook / Instagram

Join us as we celebrate the creativity and resilience of our Aging Creatively program. With support from the Conrad Prebys Foundation and San Diego Dance Theater, Cecily Holcombe, Amal Elwardi, Debra Toth-Ward, and Tina Carreras choreograph beautiful pieces that showcase our local artists, and senior dancers in a multigenerational performance that honors the body’s capacity to move, heal, and inspire at every stage of life. San Diego Dance Theater on Facebook / Instagram

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.

The play “Shuuluk Wechuwvi – Where Lightning Was Born” highlights the deep connection between the indigenous Kumeyaay people and Tijuana River Valley. Then, FilmOut celebrates its 25th year as San Diego's LGBTQ+ film festival.

The former WWE wrestler considered pursuing a career in mixed martial arts before realizing, "I don't like getting punched in the face." Johnson plays MMA fighter Mark Kerr in a new film.

This poetry workshop explores how writing can serve as a powerful tool for self-reflection, growth, expression, and comfort. Through examples of original work, participants will see how poetry can help navigate challenges, capture emotions, gain clarity, and express joy. The first 45 minutes will focus on understanding the impact of poetry and its connection to personal experiences. Participants will then have 45 minutes to write, using prompts designed to inspire creativity and self-expression. The session will conclude with an opportunity to share work, offer constructive feedback, and engage in a collaborative critique to support growth as poets and individuals. Join us for a chance to explore, create, and connect through the art of poetry! San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

California spent hundreds of millions on prison and hospital healthcare staff, auditors found, but vacancy rates rose since 2019, exceeding 30% at three facilities despite bonuses and pay raises, with inadequate oversight and planning.

FREE. Please join us for Terrific Talks! At 1 p.m. "When Has a Work of Art Changed Anything?" with Arzu Ozkal, SDSU Professor Prof. Ozkal will help us examine how art, design, and protest visuals confront authority and reclaim space, showing how sustained cultural actions over time have collectively shaped public memory and changed many elements of society. At 2:30 p.m. "My Story -- And Yours" with Ruben Navarette, Writer, Podcaster & Syndicated Columnist Nationally syndicated columnist and author Ruben Navarrette turns the lens on himself, and unpacks how the current Administration policies on Immigration Enforcement in Los Angeles radicalized him out of the center. Come early for a good parking spot and seat! To join a Zoom meeting, LIFE must have your email address in order for you to receive the invite link. Meetings will start at 12:45 p.m. (you can join 15 minutes earlier) and the speaker will start at 1 p.m. Email: life.miracosta@gmail.com