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About Mercedes Moore ” From the moment Mercedes Moore takes the stage you can’t look away. She welcomes you to the show, thanks you for coming, and the band rips into its opening chords. As dancers rush to the floor, the smile on Mercedes’ face grows more radiant; you’re in her world and nothing else matters. You might think she was destined to do this, but you’d be wrong. Moore grew up doubting her skills, “I didn’t think that I could sing.” She says. “I didn’t think it was possible.” That was then, this is now. Today, fronting her own band, Mercedes works hard to be more than a voice. She wants fans to feel the music, the way she feels the music. Watching faces in the crowd on this night, as Mercedes swings through an extensive playlist of ballads, blues, and soul shakers, it’s obvious she has them right where she wants them. Yet, the most remarkable aspect of this story, the woman has only been singing professionally for a little more than eight years. Eight years. Let there be no doubt, Mercedes Moore is making the most of her time. As a three-time San Diego Music Award nominee, Moore performs regularly with some of Southern California’s premier musicians. The list is endless–Taryn Donath, John Simons, Mark Campbell, Marc Ramos, Tracy Wiebeck, Kurt Kalker, Matt Taylor, Steve Wilcox, Scot Smart, Missy Andersen, Sharifah Muhammad, and Laura Chavez–to name but a few. When asked, Moore is straightforward about the multitude of players. “It just makes you a better singer.” She smiles. “And different people have different strengths. Plus, I want to learn, so I can be better.” It appears to be working. Mercedes Moore is currently juggling four major projects and her music can range from blues, gospel, and R&B to a boatload of classic rock and blue-eyed soul. This does not take into consideration the assortment of duo and trio sets, the occasional jazz venture, and an array of impromptu performances with local and visiting artists. “ For more information visit: bardicmanagement.com Mercedes Moore on Facebook / Instagram

Kathy is the pianist/vocalist for Stone Soup Jazz and assistant musical director/accompanist at San Carlos United Methodist Church. As a professional pianist and vocalist Kathy has performed all over the US and in Europe, from solo piano work to jazz clubs to pit orchestras, recording for radio and TV in Boston and LA. She has toured South America and was the keyboardist on 3 albums with Venezuelan artist Frank Quintero and Pablo Manevello. In 2014 she received a 1st place award in the MTAC State Composition Contest for her piece "Little Oscar Prelude" (dedicated to Oscar Peterson) and 2nd place for a solo piano piece, "Paint the Stars", an advanced work. She also served as pianist in a steller trio with Jeff Blanco and Richard Sellers backing up vocalist Stacey Roberts on his January 2015 CD release of "When Sunny Gets Blue" (available on CDbaby and iTunes). She has had the honor of accompanying San Diego jazz legend Charles McPherson, and other local notable musicians such as Leonard Patton, Gary Rich and David Borgo. She has served as pianist for the Legacy Big Band, Downbeat, and Marty Conley Big Band, accompanist for Off Broadway Live and loves being a part of the numerous jazz jam sessions/events and clubs in the thriving San Diego jazz scene. For more information visit: bardicmanagement.com

The Aisne-Marne WWI cemetery in France has become a staple in President Biden's political speeches, used to paint an unflattering picture of former President Donald Trump.

This weekend in the arts: Movement art, dreamy shoegaze at Soda Bar, Thomas Adés, Cheryl Tall, Small Press Nite readings, "Phantom of the Opera," and more.

Our second show of the season is a comedy written by Christopher Durang and directed by Tyler Hewes and Eddy Lukovic. Vanya and Sonia reside in their old family home. They mourn their lost dreams and missed opportunities. Their fortune-telling maid often warns them of impending dangers. One weekend their movie star sister, Masha shows up unexpectedly with her sexy boy-toy Spike. Add to the mix one of Masha's avid fans, Nina who is visiting next door. The family is launched into a boisterous time of one-upmanship, exposed nerves, and a lot of broken mugs. Contains bits of adult language and situations.

The late pop culture icon once said he painted over 30,000 works of art in his lifetime, but it's rare for an authenticated Ross piece to come on the market, let alone one with this much history.

The Art Glass Guild in Spanish Village Art Center in Balboa Park will be hosting their Spring Patio Show and Sale on Mother’s Day weekend. This show is the largest Art Glass show in Southern California. See beautiful art representing many techniques, including blown, fused, torch, stained, cast, etched and mosaic art glass, all available and created by local San Diego artists. The event is free to the public and pet friendly Visit: www.artglassguild.com or call 619-702-8006

There is much more to do in La Jolla beyond the adorable seals, sea lions, and stunning scenery. The hidden and must-see treasures can now be experienced as part of a brand-new Walking Tour with knowledgeable guides representing the best of La Jolla. This is the perfect option for visitors who want to get a little exercise as well as a taste of all that this charming, historic community has to offer. Tours will be offered every Thursday afternoon beginning at 12:30 p.m. and will last approximately 4 hours including a hosted happy hour at three unique ocean-view restaurants. Parking is included in the Tour Package. We meet at Edna Pines Art Studio located at 7752 Fay Avenue. At least 15 attractions blend activity, scenery, photo ops, food, beverage, art, history, and shopping making this ideal tour for any group — no matter how diverse their interests. Tour highlights will include the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, La Jolla Historical Society, La Jolla Cove, Children’s Pool, La Valencia Hotel, and Murals of La Jolla to name a few. The cost of the tour is $125 per person and includes a “Taste of the Cove” with sample cuisine and cocktails from several unique La Jolla Village eateries. Menus change seasonally offering guests the best in ethnic and regional specialties. Proceeds from the tour directly benefit La Jolla’s non-profit arts, culture and environmental organizations. For more information, contact us at +858-230-2725 or tours@lajollabythesea.com

22nd Annual Paper Theatre Festival: It's the Smallest Show on Earth! UC San Diego Library’s 22nd Annual Paper Theatre Exhibition is now showing at The Nest, in the lobby of Geisel Library. Visit often, as the colorful, miniature theaters will be populated with different sets, characters and plays throughout the run (June 1 through August 15.) Currently featured in the main exhibit case: campus artist Carin Wallace‘s Paper Theatre Pageant-Play Paper Dolls. Her paper actors are based on the earliest homeowners and business entrepreneurs who were part of a vibrant Black La Jolla in the late 1800‘s and early 1900‘s. Free performances of paper theatre plays are featured at noon on July 26 and July 28 at the exhibit site in The Nest in the Lobby of Geisel Library at UC San Diego. These small live shows will be done in the informal, fun style of the true Victorian roots of Paper Theatre: families re-enacted plays they had seen at local theaters, in miniature, utilizing souvenir posters kits they bought at their theater gift shop. Lots of cutting and pasting was involved! Noon on July 26: Black Pioneers of La Jolla: A Pageant Play Celebrating La Jolla’s Earliest Home-Owners and Business-Owners, 1890-1930 (featuring the paper dolls of artist Carin Wallace and narrated by Rachel Almodovar.) and also: Count-Down to a Space-Walk (featuring the fanciful other-worldly paper dolls and set-pieces of artist Ioana Patringenaru.) Noon on July 28: Lady Ada: Steampunk Heroine (created by Scott Paulson and narrated by Karen Fisher and Melanie Peters.) Fun Facts About Paper Theatre: - This educational toy is actually a brilliant marketing tool dating all the way back to Victorian Era London. - The UC San Diego Library hosts the oldest continually-running Paper Theatre festival in the United States! - The campus Library has a featured role in the slowly-building comeback of this artful and educational hobby: 22 seasons of miniature plays that featured the enthusiastic work of their students, staff, alums and community members!

The unemployment rate in San Diego County increased to 4.2% in October, up from a revised 4.1% in September 2023, and above the year-ago estimate of 3.3%.