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Join us for a weekend of "New Beginnings" and unforgettable jazz performances at Jazz at the Creek 2024! Get ready to groove and celebrate the end of summer in true San Diego style at the 13th Annual Jazz at the Creek! This vibrant event occurs Labor Day Weekend from August 31st to September 1st, 2024, at The Educational Cultural Complex South Lawn, 4343 Ocean View Blvd, San Diego, CA 92113. This year's theme, "New Beginnings," is set to deliver an unforgettable musical experience, featuring an extraordinary lineup of Jazz legends and San Diegan artists. Saturday, August 31st is a day to remember! San Diego’s very own Nathan East, world-renowned bass guitarist and founding member of the chart-topping contemporary Jazz group Fourplay is set to light up the stage right here in his hometown! He is celebrated for not only his talent, but his electrifying collaborations with Eric Clapton, Phil Collins, and Toto. The evening also includes a heartfelt tribute to Luther Vandross by Terry Steele. Prepare to be mesmerized by Erisa Nicole’s sultry saxophone melodies and Daneen Wilburn’s stunning vocal artistry both hailing from the city of San Diego. Sunday, September 1st brings an international flair, Grammy-nominated South African singer-songwriter and guitarist Jonathan Butler will enchant the audience with his unique blend of Jazz, R&B, and Gospel. Feel the rhythm with Grammy Award-winning Latin jazz percussionist Poncho Sanchez and his sensational conga beats. Kevin Flournoy & The K-FLOW Experience will keep the energy high with their dynamic performances, and San Diego’s own Men 4 Christ will lift spirits with their soulful gospel harmonies. Adding to the excitement, this event will be hosted by 95.7-FM On-Air Personality Kelly Cole, joining her is none other than San Diego’s own DJ sensation, the Golden Voice, DJ John Phillips, who will keep the energy high and the crowd dancing with his incomparable selection of hits. Gates open at 1:00 p.m. each day, with performances running from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This event is exclusively for attendees aged 21 and over. Indulge in gourmet food and beverages from upscale vendors as you soak in the soulful sounds of Jazz under the glorious San Diego sun. Don't miss out on the best premier Jazz event of the year! Tickets are on sale now! Secure your spot and join us for an unforgettable Labor Day Weekend! For more information visit: jazzatthecreeksd.com

One of the most legendary bands to hail from San Diego, the B-Side Players have spent the last three decades establishing a reputation as one of the most eclectic, genre-defining bands of their day. The nine-member band can hardly be described using typical genre conventions, blending elements of funk, rock, jazz, and hip-hop with gritty street samba, Cumbia, and other sounds common in Latin America. Their Dec. 7 performance at UC San Diego’s Park & Market marks their final show of the year and celebrates the last 30 years of their prolific career. The 90-minute performance will also feature an intimate Q&A with the audience, during which fans can hear unheard insights about the band’s history. Visit: Intersections Concert Series Presents B-Side Players BSide Players on Instagram and Facebook

Take in the largest display of fireworks on the West Coast at this family-friendly 4th of July event on San Diego's Embarcadero Boardwalk in downtown. Choose from one of our premier patio tables to secure your spot for incredible views of the Big Bay Boom Fireworks show in San Diego Bay. This is an event that cannot be missed! Enjoy locally sourced seafood, craft cocktails and fine wines. Ticket price of $100 reserves the table of your choice for up to 4 guests. A $400 minimum of food and beverage purchases (not inclusive of tax and gratuity) per table is required during your dinner reservation that evening. Access to your reserved premium table is available starting at 7 p.m. The last seating for all premium tables will be 8 p.m. to accommodate all dinner orders. Parking is available on a first come, first served basis at the self-parking garage of the Manchester Grand Hyatt hotel. The parking can be validated for up to 3 hours. We expect unusually high drive-in traffic for downtown's holiday events. Standard parking rates apply. Visit: https://www.sallyssandiego.com/upcoming-events/boardwalk-boom Sally's Fish House & Bar on Facebook / Instagram

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On Friday, October 25, Songwriter Sanctuary will take on a new rhythm with a special MC Edition featuring The Neighborhood Kids, The Brothers Burns, and Rob Deez. Typically known for its intimate acoustic sets and behind-the-song storytelling, the original music series is shifting gears to spotlight songwriters whose craft is rooted in hip hop, where rhythm, flow, and rhyme take center stage. Hosted by the iconic Jeff Berkley in collaboration with Normal Heights United, this event will bring a fresh spin to the Songwriter Sanctuary experience. The Neighborhood Kids are a conscious hip-hop collective on a mission to spark unity and drive social change. This group blends innovative rhythms with powerful messages. Their music dives deep into revolutionary topics and social activism, aiming to inspire and unite listeners through thought-provoking lyrics and a dynamic sound. With each track, The Neighborhood Kids challenge the status quo to create a more inclusive and conscious world. The Brothers Burns influences run the gamut of old school hip hop, funk, Motown, and R&B to classic rock, classical, electronic, and more. Drawing inspiration from everyday life experiences, prior/current events, social/economic happenings, and the abstract, the 2x San Diego Music Award winning trio provides an artistic and rhythmic commentary complete with lyricism, beatboxing, and live turntablism. Rob Deez is a San Diego-based acoustic hip hop comedian known for his witty humor, storytelling songs, and commanding stage presence. Mixing comedy with music, Deez creates relatable tracks about everything from ramen noodles to bike-riding, delivering laughter wherever he goes. Inspired by the likes of Wu-Tang Clan, Sublime, and early episodes of Saturday Night Live, he has carved out a distinct “singer-songrhymer” niche that keeps audiences laughing and connecting with every word. Event Details: Date: Friday, October 25 Location: Normal Heights United Church, 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego, CA 92116 Time: Doors at 6:30 p.m., Show at 7 p.m. Suggested Donation: $10 (all ages) but please be generous in your support of these top tier talents whose creative work is their livelihood. All donations go to artists. No one turned away for lack of funds. Food/Drink: Concession snacks and beverages (with and without alcohol) are available for small purchase, thanks to our partners Normal Heights United and our sponsors at Duck Foot Brewing Company. Attendees are welcome to bring their own food and drinks into the sanctuary - we recommend grabbing takeout from one of the many amazing restaurants on Adams Ave! (Please respect the space and dispose of all waste/recycling upon conclusion of the concert). Accessibility: Please direct any venue accessibility requests to Molly Lorden molly@nhunited.org. Masks are not required but definitely welcome. If you are ill/contagious, please stay home for the safety of others. Visit: https://www.lindsaywhitemusic.com/songwriter-sanctuary.html

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