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The Gaslamp Quarter welcomes its newest culinary destination with the grand opening of NOIR Sushi & Sake Fusion Lounge on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. Located at 926 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, NOIR blends the artistry of traditional Japanese cuisine with modern sensibilities, creating an elevated dining and nightlife experience at the heart of San Diego’s most vibrant district. Guests are invited to step into a stylish, contemporary atmosphere where every plate tells a story of craftsmanship, balance, and indulgence. From chef-driven sushi creations to curated sake flights, NOIR promises an unforgettable dining journey extends beyond just a restaurant, making it a destination experience. Highlights of the Grand Opening Experience: Culinary Showcase – Guests will enjoy premium nigiri and sashimi, inventive chef-curated sushi rolls, and the debut of the NOIR Signature Box, an elegant interpretation of the Japanese Kaiseki tradition. This multi-dish experience celebrates seasonal flavors with artistic presentation, nutrient-rich brown rice, and options that are gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian. Curated Sake Program – Launch of NOIR’s exclusive sake flights, featuring rare brews and one-of-a-kind pairings designed to complement both traditional and contemporary menu items. VIP Preview Hour – Select VIP guests and community partners will receive complimentary tasting menus and sake pairings as part of an exclusive welcome experience. Community Welcome – The opening event emphasizes NOIR’s commitment to providing a refined yet approachable venue for both locals and visitors, blending Japanese culinary artistry with San Diego’s modern, energetic spirit. NOIR Sushi & Sake Fusion Lounge brings an elevated dining experience to San Diego with a philosophy rooted in the beauty of life’s essentials: exceptional cuisine, refined drinks, and authentic connection. From curated omakase to an after-work sake pairing or a night out with friends, NOIR aims to redefine the city’s sushi scene. Following the grand opening, NOIR will be open daily for dinner service from 5 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (Sunday – Thursday) and 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. (Friday – Saturday), with lunch service launching soon from 11:45 a.m. – 2 p.m. For menus and reservations, visit noirsushi.com. Parking Information

Your heart rate quickens, your muscles get tense. A scream aches to escape your sweet lips, but the intensity of the moment stops you from making a sound. You’re not making love… You’re watching live sketch comedy on freakin’ Hallow’s Eve! The vaudevillian villains of Dad Skeleton are ready to make you RIGL (Roll In your Grave Laughing) with our new, askew and totally True Revue, "Tales from the Freakonomicon"! There will be blood, gut-busting guffaws/snickers, song, dance, and a potent monologue on the virtues of civic engagement blessed by former transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg. Everyone and their evil twin will be there, so get your tickets now to these once in a death time Halloween Expeditions!! Local sketch comedy troupe Dad Skeleton- the brainchild of Paige Chadwick and Jacob Rozansky- has been hailed as “eccentric, weird, and wonderful”, named one of San Diego Fringe Festival’s Top 15 Shows to See 2024, and embraced around town as the sketch comedy darlings of stage and iPhone screen. Fresh off their Finest City Improv residency "BONE’d," Dad Skeleton is stoked to serve up more of their farm-to-table sketches. Dad Skeleton Comedy on TikTok / Instagram

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+. Join an extraordinary lineup of talent and the American Pops Orchestra to pay tribute to the women who have defined Broadway and those who are shaping its future. This March 2025 concert at New York's Town Hall is a celebration of song and legacy.

Rafael Payare, conductor Leonidas Kavakos, violin San Diego Symphony Orchestra BRAHMS Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90 BRAHMS Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77 Brahms is not only one of the most famous and cherished composers in all of 19th century music, but an artist of rich and wonderful contradictions. A musical architect of incredible intellectual skill, he wrote music that tugs instinctively at every human heart. Anyone can listen to it and be deeply moved and captivated by it, but each of us will always find that there is more and more to discover in it. Brahms, in a word, is a whole world of feelings and of melody. This San Diego Symphony festival is a rare occasion, bringing together some of his best-loved pieces – his four symphonies, his violin concerto and his ravishingly beautiful German Requiem – so that we can listen to them all in a single breath. Don’t miss this opportunity to take a deep dive into one of the greatest musical imaginations that ever lived! San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

Rafael Payare, conductor Leonidas Kavakos, violin San Diego Symphony Orchestra BRAHMS: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77 BRAHMS: Symphony No. 4 in E minor, Op. 98 Brahms is not only one of the most famous and cherished composers in all of 19th century music, but an artist of rich and wonderful contradictions. A musical architect of incredible intellectual skill, he wrote music that tugs instinctively at every human heart. Anyone can listen it to and be deeply moved and captivated by it, but each of us will always find that there is more and more to discover in it. Brahms, in a word, is a whole world of feelings and of melody. This San Diego Symphony festival is a rare occasion, bringing together some of his best-loved pieces – his four symphonies, his violin concerto and his ravishingly beautiful German Requiem – so that we can listen to them all in a single breath. Don’t miss this opportunity to take a deep dive into one of the greatest musical imaginations that ever lived! San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

Rafael Payare, conductor Julie Boulianne, soprano Michael Sumuel, bass-baritone San Diego Symphony Chorus San Diego Symphony Orchestra BRAHMS: "A German Requiem" (Ein deutsches Requiem), Op. 45 Brahms is not only one of the most famous and cherished composers in all of 19th century music, but an artist of rich and wonderful contradictions. A musical architect of incredible intellectual skill, he wrote music that tugs instinctively at every human heart. Anyone can listen to it and be deeply moved and captivated by it, but each of us will always find that there is more and more to discover in it. Brahms, in a word, is a whole world of feelings and of melody. This San Diego Symphony festival is a rare occasion, bringing together some of his best-loved pieces – his four symphonies, his violin concerto and his ravishingly beautiful "German Requiem" – so that we can listen to them all in a single breath. Don’t miss this opportunity to take a deep dive into one of the greatest musical imaginations that ever lived! San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

Get ready for an unforgettable night of soul-stirring blues as the legendary Bill Magee takes the stage for a special free concert! Recognized as San Diego’s Best Blues Band by the San Diego Music Awards and Reader Magazine, Bill Magee has been electrifying audiences with his signature blend of New York/Chicago-style blues and high-energy live performances. A veteran of the blues scene, Bill has played alongside some of the greatest names in music history, including Jimi Hendrix, B.B. King, Muddy Waters, Otis Redding, and Howlin’ Wolf. His gritty, heartfelt sound and masterful guitar work have earned him widespread acclaim, with albums like Low Down Dirty Blues and Good Morning Mississippi receiving rave reviews. From the vibrant stages of New York’s Apollo Theater and Madison Square Garden to the heart of San Diego’s blues scene, Bill Magee’s journey is one of passion, perseverance, and musical brilliance. Whether you’re a lifelong blues fan or new to the genre, this is your chance to witness a true blues legend—live and up close! California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Facebook / Instagram

Rafael Payare, conductor San Diego Symphony Orchestra BRAHMS: Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Op. 68 BRAHMS: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73 Brahms is not only one of the most famous and cherished composers in all of 19th century music, but an artist of rich and wonderful contradictions. A musical architect of incredible intellectual skill, he wrote music that tugs instinctively at every human heart. Anyone can listen to it and be deeply moved and captivated by it, but each of us will always find that there is more and more to discover in it. Brahms, in a word, is a whole world of feelings and of melody. This San Diego Symphony festival is a rare occasion, bringing together some of his best-loved pieces – his four symphonies, his violin concerto and his ravishingly beautiful German Requiem – so that we can listen to them all in a single breath. Don’t miss this opportunity to take a deep dive into one of the greatest musical imaginations that ever lived! San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

Rafael Payare, conductor Julie Boulianne, soprano Michael Sumuel, bass-baritone San Diego Symphony Chorus San Diego Symphony Orchestra BRAHMS: "A German Requiem" (Ein deutsches Requiem), Op. 45 Brahms is not only one of the most famous and cherished composers in all of 19th century music, but an artist of rich and wonderful contradictions. A musical architect of incredible intellectual skill, he wrote music that tugs instinctively at every human heart. Anyone can listen to it and be deeply moved and captivated by it, but each of us will always find that there is more and more to discover in it. Brahms, in a word, is a whole world of feelings and of melody. This San Diego Symphony festival is a rare occasion, bringing together some of his best-loved pieces – his four symphonies, his violin concerto and his ravishingly beautiful "German Requiem" – so that we can listen to them all in a single breath. Don’t miss this opportunity to take a deep dive into one of the greatest musical imaginations that ever lived! San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control Prevention will scrutinize the childhood vaccine schedule and may start to upend it.