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To celebrate the pure magic that tacos offer to the world, the San Diego Reader is pleased to invite you to the beautiful land of tacos referred to as Reader Tacotopia 2023! The largest UNLIMITED taco event in San Diego on Sept. 9, 2023. This event will once again take place in beautiful Golden Hill Park. At Tacotopia, we take advantage of our SoCal surroundings by gathering the very best taco vendors all in one place for your gastronomic pleasure. We combed the region, searching far and wide from TJ to LA, only extending invites to the true elite. From established taco chains to mom and pop taco stands and trucks, Tacotopia has a diverse selection for every kind of taco aficionado. At the end of the day, attendees will ultimately decide who will win the Best Taco Award at Tacotopia 2023! The unlimited taco tasting, full-sized pours and margaritas available at the bar, live music, lawn games and San Diego sun makes this our most popular event every year. While you eat your weight in tacos and bask in the San Diego sunshine, there will be live music, a bar with beer, margaritas, and more! Proceeds from the bar will benefit The Greater Golden Hill Community Development Corporation. 21+ ONLY Choose from two ticket options: General Admission Ticket: Valid from 2-5 p.m. Includes tacos from all vendors while supplies last from 2-5 p.m. Enjoy live music, live art demonstrations and beer & margaritas from the bar. Discounted pre-sale tickets available for a limited time. These tickets are likely to sell out. Does not include drink tickets! VIP Ticket: Valid from 1- 5 p.m. (early admittance). VIP hour from 1-2 p.m.! Includes 1 drink ticket, tacos from all vendors from 1pm-5pm while supplies last. Enjoy LIVE music, live art demonstrations and beer & margaritas from the bar. Discounted pre-sale tickets available for a limited time. These tickets are likely to sell out. The party will be happening, rain or shine. Sorry, but infants, children, and pets will not be permitted. No refunds will be issued. Remember, no smoking in the park. Samples are all while supplies last!

Based out of Conrad Prebys Learning Center and sprawling into the galleries, we invite you to celebrate Celia Álvarez Muñoz: Breaking the Binding. We are collaborating with Gente Unida, a human rights coalition dedicated to sharing stories of humanity and perseverance. Together, we will create and experience art that highlights stories of our border region: Art activity: Our Neighborhood Transform hanging objects and small playhouses into a community neighborhood inspired by Muñoz’s artwork - our very own Postales (Postcard) come to life! Art activity: Hello Neighbor! Draw and paint on postcards that can be sent to a neighbor or friend through our special mailbox. Schedule | At 10 a.m., explore Celia Álvarez Muñoz’s work with a kid-friendly tour of her exhibition. At 11a.m., learn about people’s experiences in the border region with a special presentation by Gente Unida. At 12:30 a.m., listen to bilingual stories, songs, and rhymes in storytime with Ms. Katia from the La Jolla/Riford Library.  There will also be live music by DJ Pebo, a cozy book nook, and an interactive, free play area in Jacobs Hall.   *Museum admission is free from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. for all visitors, with Prebys Play Day offerings happening between 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Corey Harris, 44, went viral in May for his reaction in a virtual court appearance to being ordered to jail for driving with a suspended license. But as it turns out, he never had a license at all.

Rossina Grieco, solo artist and classical pianista will be returning to La Jolla for a one night only solo showcase at the prestigious Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Centre. June 9, at 7 p.m., witness the bravura and technical prowess, dazzling melodies and stunning lyricism from works by Beethoven and Chopin, this show is an absolute cannot miss. Born and raised in La Jolla, Rossina is one the most celebrated and influential pianists today with accolades from the Juilliard School and The Glenn Gould School, where she was awarded the infamous Ihnatowycz Prize in Piano, as previously held by pianist Jan Lisciecki. Stay Connected on Social Media Instagram + YouTube

It was a night of few surprises, but felt triumphant nonetheless. Here's what NPR pop culture critics had to say as they watched the 96th Academy Awards — from red carpet to the final winners.

Like her other books, French writer Valérie Perrin's third novel to be translated into English, centers on the life-changing magic of friendships across generations.

“Craig A Meyer is one of the most talented people I have ever worked with. He can do anything!”—Barry Manilow “A top notch performer.”—Daily Variety Starring Craig A. Meyer as Almost Elton John and featuring music by The Rocket Band, Remember When Rock was Young is a spectacular musical journey that celebrates the decades of chart-topping hits of Sir Elton John including “Benny and the Jets,” “Philadelphia Freedom,” and “Crocodile Rock,” to name a few. Award winning actor/singer Meyer uses his remarkable resemblance and uncanny ability to sound like the legendary star to celebrate the character, costumes and charisma of the famed pianist and singer. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

A little-known Social Security program was supposed to lift people out of poverty. Sometimes it traps them there instead.

The Nigerian singer-songwriter has become one of the most sought after voices in popular music. Her debut album processes the risks and epiphanies it took to get here.

Musical theatre composer & performer Tyler Tafolla wants to catch up with you and catch you up on everything he's been through lately! Since the release of his album of "Seasons: A New Musical Song-Cycle" and the San Diego premier of his new musical "DanceLand", he's got new music to share, stories to tell and career struggles to vent about. Join him as he shares his experiences trying to catch up with the theatre industry, his goals & aspirations and everything going on in his head. Join him and some of musical theatre's most exciting names as you enjoy Catching Up! Featuring performances from Janaya Mahealani Jones, Mikeala Macias & Megan Tafolla. Stay Connected with Tyler Tafolla on Instagram!