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"Crossing the Bridge as We Build It", a group show with new work by Meghan Augustine, Brennan Hubbell, Elijah Rubottom, and Gina Farkas. Opening Reception with the artists is Saturday November 8, 2025 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Free, all are welcome. Show runs November 8 – 30; open Fridays 2 p.m. – 6 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., and by appointment. Visit: 'Crossing the Bridge as We Build It' Union Hall Gallery on Instagram and Facebook

With his attack on Venezuela, President Trump says the Monroe Doctrine is back, reviving a more than 200-year-old foreign policy idea. In Cuba, residents brace for what that could mean for them.

Premieres Tuesday, Oct. 21 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+. The dramatic and controversial rise of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. How the scion of a storied dynasty endured tragedy and scandal, broke with the Democratic Party and his family, stoked conspiracy theories, and is reshaping government and public health.

San Diego’s Songwriter Sanctuary is back for a new year of original music in a space that sings, recently announcing the entire 2025 schedule (complete with a limited run of season passes), which will commence with a two-year anniversary concert on Friday, January 31 featuring intimate in-the-round performances by Jeff Berkley, Will Stucky, and Shelbi Bennett w/ The Midnight Pine. The event will be guest-hosted by Lauren Leigh of Writers Round SD, the sister series of Songwriter Sanctuary. (4650 Mansfield St. Suggested Donation $10. All ages. Doors 6:30 p.m., Music 7 p.m.) Introducing Season Passes For the first time, Songwriter Sanctuary is offering season passes, on sale now through January 31. The passes grant all-access entry to every show in 2025 - a total of 11 concerts featuring 33 acclaimed San Diego-based (or affiliated) acts. Additional perks include a complimentary drink at each event, six guest passes to be used throughout the year, and recognition on the Songwriter Sanctuary website. Series curator Lindsay White highlights the significance of this initiative: “Pre-selling season passes help us guarantee fair pay for our artists while keeping the series financially accessible for all members of the community. Our goal is to grow this unique listening room series without compromising artist compensation or community access, but we need support from our neighbors to do so. We see touring acts charging as much or more for just one concert, so we hope our original music-loving audience will consider the value of a season pass, not only as a way to shop local, but also to stretch their entertainment budget for the year.” A Spectrum of Talent Songwriter Sanctuary has become a beloved showcase for San Diego’s deep pool of original artists. Acclaimed SD Music Hall of Fame songwriter and producer (not to mention preacher’s kid and natural orator) Jeff Berkley hosts with the charming wit and irreverence he has honed through decades of performances, while White approaches series curation as an opportunity to advocate for artists and community-building. Says White: “You’ll find some folky favorites and established acts, but I also try to platform a spectrum of artists and styles that represent our vibrant scene. Ultimately, it’s about coming together to experience the beauty and power of a great song.” Since its debut in January 2021, Songwriter Sanctuary has rarely featured repeat acts—a reflection of San Diego’s rich roster of talented creatives. Drawing from music scene mainstays and what White describes as a “mile-long” list of artist submissions, the showcase’s storytelling, Nashville-style round format invites artists to share the stories behind their songs and even collaborate by improvising on each other’s music, all while taking turns in the spotlight. For its 2-Year Anniversary concert on Friday, January 31, Berkley will hand over hosting duties to Lauren Leigh and perform as one of the evening’s three acts. The SD Hall of Famer and multi-SDMA winner performed in the inaugural show alongside White and original series curators Ben Grace Gilmore and Karyn Thurston Gilmore’s duo Story & Tune, who have since relocated to Portland, OR. Rounding out the bill will be San Diego’s own Will Stucky and Shelbi Bennett with a stripped down version of her SDMA-winning act The Midnight Pine. An Affirming Space Though not religiously affiliated with venue host and series partner Normal Heights United, Songwriter Sanctuary thrives on a harmonious collaboration between White, Berkley, and NHU Pastor Molly Lorden. “I often call the sanctuary the ‘fourth featured act' because it is just as jaw-droppingly gorgeous as the music and energy that fills it,” said White. “Molly, our sound tech Honza Kriwenky, and the many church members who volunteer their time continue to be such amazing teammates in this project. They intentionally offer a safe and affirming space to all members of their community, which has resulted in some incredibly healing moments for performers and attendees alike. Normal Heights United should teach other churches how to church.” Community aside, the century-old sanctuary's aesthetic charm speaks for itself. Sparkling lights strung across lofty ceilings, natural reverb, and a cozy circular seating arrangement create an inviting atmosphere perfectly suited for intimate performances and soaring vocals. You don’t have to be religious to feel the spirit. Event Details: Date: Friday, January 31, 2025 Location: Normal Heights United Church, 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego, CA 92116 Time: Doors 6:30 p.m., Show 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Suggested Donation: $10 (all ages), but please be generous in your support of these top-tier talents. All donations go to artists. No one turned away for lack of funds. Songwriter Sanctuary alumni artists are welcome as our guests. Food/Drink: Available for small purchase, thanks to partners at Normal Heights United and sponsors Duck Foot Brewing Company. Guests are welcome to bring in outside food. Please respectfully eat and dispose of waste. Accessibility: For venue accessibility requests, contact Molly Lorden at molly(at)nhunited(dot)org. 2025 Season Schedule *subject to changes Jan 31 - Second Anniversary Show! Jeff Berkley Will Stucky Shelbi Bennett with The Midnight Pine Feb 28 Rebecca Jade Nubella Honey Ash the Author Mar 28 The Wellsprings Aly Rowell Justin John Rodriguez Apr 25 The Lovebirds (tentative) Kaylee Daugherty Brittany Taylor May 30 Surrija Mandi Miller Jonesy Jones Jun 27 - LGBTQ Pride Show! Lily Wecks Kimiko In Mazes Jul 25 The Bella Lunas Espi Miranda Ramos Aug 29 Claire King Hailey Wetzel Lexi Pulido Sep 26 Joe Summers Grainne Hunt Helena Holleran Oct 24 Shea Givens Kevin Cooper Anthony Cullins Dec 5 - Holiday Edition! JT Moring Cara Cormier David Beldock and Peggy Watson For inquiries, media comps, or further information, please contact: Lindsay White lindsaywhite.music@gmail.com Season Passes: Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/songwriter-sanctuary-january-2025-2nd-anniversary-special-tickets-1128223870969 Songwriter Sanctuary SD on Instagram

The 80’s are back! Reimagined by an orchestra and illuminated in a glow of vivid neon. Soaring vocals, neon lights, Alt Rock and Synthpop Classics you know by heart. This is New Wave Orchestra – a night out where nostalgia meets spectacle, and every song is meant to be felt. Performing the music of… - Blondie - Depeche Mode - U2 - Kate Bush - The Cure - Billy Idol - Tears For Fears - Talking Heads - Duran Duran - Eurythmics - Simple Minds - New Order - The Smiths - INXS - A-Ha - The Cult - Erasure … and more … The New Wave Orchestra on Facebook / Instagram

"Creativity & Madness" invites you on a journey through the sublime and the unexpected, where Baroque elegance meets bold modern invention. Narrated by the captivating Robert John Hughes, this dynamic program weaves together the timeless beauty of Marin Marais’ "La Folia," the rich textures of Beethoven and Paganini, and the contemporary voices of Nathan Daughtrey and Jordan Kuspa. Kuspa’s newly commissioned chamber work—celebrating the rich biodiversity of San Diego County—adds a vibrant and local voice to the mix. From the rhythmic pulse of guitar and cajón in "Tempestad" to the shimmering interplay of flute and marimba in "Azul," each piece explores the delicate balance between structure and freedom — between creativity and madness. Performed by an ensemble of flute, strings, piano, guitar, percussion, and more, this evening promises a kaleidoscope of color, emotion, and musical adventure. Beth Ross Buckley, flute David Buckley, violin Adrian Evarkiou-Kaku, violin Travis Maril, viola Lars Hoefs, cello Mackenzie Leighton, double bass Fred Benedetti, guitar Dana Burnett, piano Matt Armstrong, percussion Robert John Hughes, narrator Camarada on Facebook / Instagram

Long a third rail in San Diego politics, parking policy is suddenly up for debate as the city grapples with its crumbling infrastructure and a structural deficit of more than $258 million.

In a not-too-distant future, an artificial intelligence entity determines the fate of the accused in Mercy, starring Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson.

Join Steve Breen, our editorial cartoonist and Pulitzer Prize winning creator, and inewsource Managing Editor Jamie Self as they discuss Steve's latest project - "Fentanyl: A Decade of Death." This illustrated story looks at the toll fentanyl has taken in San Diego, California and nationwide over the last decade as the cheaply produced and highly potent synthetic opioid that has been added to more and more illicit drugs, driving overdose deaths. Through his compelling art style, Breen explores lives lost to fentanyl in our region, uses compelling images to help readers understand the fatal risks of using the drug, and offers information on how to seek help and prevent drug overdoses. Visit: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_piUgZEXhTqa9qBxozIqKKw?utm_source=Master+List&utm_campaign=913f9ec049-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2025_02_03_05_18_COPY_02&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-3ed7f6d012-564191807&mc_cid=913f9ec049&mc_eid=01d479541f#/registration

The size and structure of our brains go a long way to explaining what makes us human. But what caused our brains to become what they are? Some UC San Diego researchers have pin-pointed a part of our DNA that is a very strong candidate.