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Democrats are announcing a new investment to win over voters in rural areas — where the party has suffered deep losses in recent elections — by leaning on an economic message.

Kurtis Conner is back on the road with his biggest project yet - "The Goodfellow World Tour." A sell-out performer, podcaster, and global YouTube sensation, Conner is bringing his freshest, funniest material yet to the stage. After studying comedy writing and performance in Toronto, Conner quickly found an audience on Vine, later migrating to YouTube and growing that audience to over 5 million subscribers worldwide. 2023 was a banner year for Conner; he was named one of Variety’s Top 10 Comics to Watch, partnered with Just For Laughs as a featured artist, and sold out theaters across Australia and New Zealand. Conner isn’t missing a beat in 2024, embarking on his largest tour yet in theaters across the globe. Outside of touring stand up, Conner’s videos regularly hit the top ten trending page on YouTube, and he hosts the Very Really Good Podcast. Kurtis Conner on Instagram / YouTube

Namus Classics Presents "Radiance" with Classical Pianist Jeeyoon Kim Sunday, September 21, 2025 at 3 p.m. The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center (Baker-Baum Concert Hall) 7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037 PRICE: $49-$82 TICKET LINK: https://transaction.theconrad.org/2644/2646 San Diego Classical Pianist Jeeyoon Kim is delighted to perform and celebrate her newest project and world premiere of "Radiance" on Sunday, September 21 at 3 p.m. at the beautiful venue, The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center in La Jolla (Baker-Baum Hall). Join Jeeyoon for a captivating afternoon celebrating the release of her newest album, "Radiance," and her book, "Beyond the Keys." This unique concert experience brings Mussorgsky’s "Pictures at an Exhibition" to life, with each movement enhanced by stunning artwork from contemporary artists. Prepare for an engaging and innovative performance where music, art, and storytelling intertwine, creating an unforgettable celebration of beauty and enriching the concert with a visual storytelling experience. There will be a meet and greet with the artist immediately following the concert in the courtyard. “A unique experience of shared feeling…In that sharing we find ourselves…” -Carnegie Hall debut review Jeeyoon Kim on Facebook / Instagram

Charles McPherson, saxophone Melissa Morgan, vocals Willie Jones III, drums Gilbert Castellanos, trumpet Additional artists to be announced Spend Valentine's Day with loved ones and the music of Chet Baker, Sarah Vaughan, Clifford Brown, Charlie Parker and Dinah Washington. Please note: the San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this program. San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

The series continues Sunday, November 9, with the Anthony Wilson Nonet. A longtime Athenaeum favorite, guitarist-composer Anthony Wilson brings his new nine-piece ensemble to the Scripps Research Auditorium to perform music from his latest album, "House of the Singing Blossoms." Wilson has cultivated a diverse body of work shaped by long-standing collaborations with jazz greats like Diana Krall (whose quartet he has been a core member since 2001), Charles Lloyd (with whom he last appeared on the Athenaeum series in 2023), and John Clayton, as well as by the deep musical influence of his father, legendary bandleader Gerald Wilson. Wilson launched his musical career in 1995 when he was awarded the Thelonious Monk Institute International Composers’ Award. His first album, Anthony Wilson (1997), featured a nine-piece “little big band” and received a Grammy nomination for Best Large Ensemble Jazz Recording. It was followed by Goat Hill Junket (1998) and Adult Themes (2000). His fourth recording with the nonet, Power of Nine (2006), was recognized as one of the top ten jazz albums of the year by The New Yorker. With "House of the Singing Blossoms", he returns to the nine-piece format for the first time in nearly two decades. For this album Wilson crafted lush, harmonically sophisticated arrangements with a reverence for the jazz and blues tradition that balance intricate ensemble interplay while spotlighting his nuanced compositional voice and the expressive artistry of the elite improvisers that comprise his ensemble. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/jazz-25-1109 Anthony Wilson on Instagram and Facebook

After right-wing activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox called for civility. NPR's Steve Inskeep spoke with him at a meeting of the Western Governors' Association.

Strauss Symphony of America Featuring Members of the San Diego Symphony Orchestra Vladimir Kulenovic, conductor (Belgrade) Sera Gösch, soprano (Vienna) Brian Cheney, tenor (New York) Featuring dancers from San Diego Ballet Celebrating 30 years in North America, "Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert" returns to San Diego for a dazzling anniversary season. This beloved annual tradition is an unmissable addition to every music-lover's holiday wish list. At the heart of "Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert" is the richly festive, romantic, and soul-stirring music of Johann Strauss, Jr. Mark the 200th anniversary of the famed composer's birth with a selection of soaring overtures, arias, and duets that capture the essence of Vienna's Golden Age, including the Blue Danube Waltz. With a charming expert in Viennese music at the conductor's podium, the Waltz King's timeless music bursts to life in performances by some of Europe's finest singers, internationally acclaimed dancers, and a full orchestra. With elegant costumes, bright floral designs, and even a joke or two from the conductor, this cherished tradition is the perfect way to waltz into the new year. Please note: This is a rental event of the Jacobs Music Center, presented by Attila Glatz Concert Productions. Artists subject to change without notice. Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert on Facebook / Instagram

It’s time to grab your crayons and bring your turkey to life! Starting October 1, the cherished Turkey Coloring Contest is back for 2025 and ready for your most colorful Thanksgiving masterpieces. Hosted by Recreation & Golf Services and proudly sponsored by the Coronado Junior Woman’s Club, this beloved holiday tradition invites kindergarten through fifth-grade students to create their own colorful Thanksgiving artwork using crayons, markers, or colored pencils. Entries can be submitted in the festive “contest dropbox oven” located in the Community Center lobby from October 1 through November 6. Winning entries will be honored during the City Council meeting on Tuesday, November 18. Be sure to review the contest rules and print the 2025 Turkey Coloring Contest Form at the link below to participate. For more information, please call (619) 522-7342. Visit: https://www.coronado.ca.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1017

Saxophonist Daniel Rotem, pianist Miro Sprague, bassist Karl McComas-Reichl and drummer Christian Euman manifest musical truth and authentic expression every time they play together. A cooperative quartet founded on trust, deep listening and true artistic freedom. Each member of the band contributes original music along with surprising interpretations of music by Joe Henderson, Carole King, Leonard Bernstein and more. Individually the members of the group have performed with artists like: Herbie Hancock, Billy Childs, Larry Goldings, Steve Lehman, Kurt Elling, Jacob Collier, Luciana Souza, Karrin Allyson, Matt Wilson, Jane Monheit, Jeff Parker, Greg Osby, Lionel Loueke, Mark Turner, Ingrid Jensen, Miguel Atwood-Ferguson and many more.

Share the joy of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet with family and friends. Give the gift of a spectacular holiday experience featuring an international cast, whimsical puppetry and opulent costumes and sets, hand-crafted by the finest artisans of Europe. Go back to a simpler time and make memories your family will cherish forever. Celebrate the season with America’s most beloved Nutcracker tradition! Tchaikovsky’s timeless score sets the stage for a Christmas your family will never forget. Get tickets today! Please note: This is a Jacobs Music Center rental event, presented by Talmi Entertainment. The San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this concert.