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About '105 Miles form Home': The little-known story of the Pedro Pan flights during the early 1960s and the adjustments to American life. A young Cuban girl flees Communism and discovers love and hardships in her new life in America. Related links: San Diego Fringe Festival website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube

From the organizers: We are inviting you to enjoy a beautiful chamber concert featuring Artonic Quartet, a San Diego Symphony members string quartet ! Our program offers one of the most delightful, whimsical, playful, charming quartet by Antonin Dvořák, the American Quartet that was written in Spillville, Iowa! Dvořák, a Cyech composer, loved America and his appreciation and impressions are reflected in this masterpiece! Next to this composition you will hear a variety of short pieces ranging from Baroque Bach to contemporary John Adams, Caroline Shaw and beyond! The music is complemented by short intriguing, dynamic musical narrations. The beauty of the historical theater, homemade pastry, European beers and wines, and an excellent company will make for a beautiful evening! Join us and leave inspired!

From the theater: The extraordinary life of the champion Billie Jean King. "Love All" is the triumphant story of the rise of sports icon and social justice pioneer Billie Jean King. The trailblazer for equality faced tough competition on the court and adversity in the world, all against a backdrop of the massive social changes of the 1960s and 70s. With the support of Billie Jean King herself, this exciting world premiere comes from the pen of award-winning playwright, professor, actor and author Anna Deavere Smith (whose screen roles include The West Wing and Nurse Jackie). Deavere Smith’s artistry is evidenced by the groundbreaking work that she has created for more than four decades, including the Tony-Award nominated Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992. Under the skillful hand of director Marc Bruni (director of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award winning Beautiful: The Carole King Musical), "Love All" evokes the highs and lows of Billie Jean’s extraordinary career, and asks not just what it takes to be a champion, but what it takes to change the course of history. Previews: Jun. 3-8 Runs: Jun. 9 - July 2 Ticket discount information here. Related links: La Jolla Playhouse on Instagram | Facebook

Welcome to Le Salon De Musiques — a concert experience unlike any other. You will feel the essence of chamber music. Up-close seating allows you to enjoy music the way it was meant to be shared. Following the concert, meet the artists and fellow concertgoers while savoring a high tea buffet catered by The French Gourmet. It’s an afternoon you will not soon forget, an experience that will enrich your life unlike any other form of entertainment. After 11 years in Los Angeles, we’re providing this unique experience to San Diegans at our new venue at the La Jolla Woman's Club. SEASON FINALE: (Including high tea buffet after the performance) PROGRAM: Introduced by musicologist Nuvi Mehta - FANNY MENDELSSOHN: Piano Trio in D minor Op 11 - AMANDA MAIER: Six pieces for Violin & Piano "US Premiere" - DORA PEJACEVIC: Piano Trio in C Major Op 29 "US Premiere" Gallia Kastner, Violin, Allan Hon, Cello, Chi-Jo Lee, Piano. Tickets ($45-$95) available here or by phone at: (310) 498 0257 Special offers available online

ARTISTS: Steve Hackman, conductor/creator San Diego Symphony Orchestra About the concert: Tchaikovsky X. Drake is a symphonic synthesis that blends the music of two composer-romanticists separated by almost a century. Twenty-two songs of Drake are woven into Piotr Tchaikovsky’s epic Fifth Symphony, as the lyrics of the former serve to advance the narrative program of the latter. We hear Drake’s melodies soaring in tandem with Tchaikovsky’s; his raps motoring almost impossibly with Tchaikovsky’s rhythmic figures; then vignettes of Drake’s music with Tchaikovsky’s motives and melodies superimposed over the top. Every possibility of synthesis is joyfully and beautifully explored. Joining the full symphony orchestra are three singers, one rapper, a drummer and a bassist; the piece truly alternates between a romantic orchestral sound and a contemporary hip-hop/classical fusion. Conductor/creator Steve Hackman also plays piano for several interludes and songs. Related links: The Shell on Instagram | Facebook

Stop by the Women's Museum of California on June 3rd for the opening of the "Women of Pride" pop-up exhibit! Explore the stories of women activists, artists, politicians, and everyday woman of the LGBT movement from the 1960s through today. This exhibit highlights how within tragedy and oppression, strong community and culture can emerge. "Women of Pride" pop-up exhibit will be up throughout the month of June. About First Saturdays: Every first Saturday of the month visitors can enjoy free admission to the Women’s Museum’s current exhibit, “Crafting Feminism” from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. First Saturdays include activities for all ages, WMC’s Free Feminist Library, special monthly offerings, and more! Related links: Women's Museum on Instagram | Facebook

Jackson was one of the finest British actors of her generation, winning Oscar, Emmy and Tony Awards. Fiercely political, she also served as a member of Parliament for decades.

Join the Library for our Autumn Concert Series on Fridays from September 3 to October 28. Each concert will begin at 1:00 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On Friday, October 7, internationally acclaimed pianist Violeta Petrova will bring her renowned talent to the Library. About the artist: Violeta Petrova has been transfixing audiences with the expression and sound she brings to her music for many years - ever since she was a young girl growing up in her native Bulgaria. Her performing career has extended throughout Europe, Asia, and the United States. Petrova has also made numerous recordings for the Finnish and Bulgarian National Radio Networks. Petrova has performed as a soloist and in collaboration with international musicians for decades in a dozen nations throughout Europe, Asia and the United States. From 1987 to 2013, she was a piano professor at Sibelius Academy and Helsinki Conservatory in Finland, and frequently a visiting professor at Chungye University for the Arts in South Korea and Duluth University in Minnesota. She leads piano master courses in her native Bulgaria, as well as in Finland, Greece, South Korea, and the United States. In addition, Petrova has participated as a jury member for many international piano competitions. In 2014 Petrova relocated to California, ready for a new chapter in her piano career and to be close to her family. She is an active member of the Rotary Club of Carlsbad, and a recipient of Rotary International’s distinguished Paul Harris Award.

Illia Vitiuk is a top Ukrainian intelligence official. For him, the war with Russia is primarily in cyberspace — and in a rare exclusive interview with NPR, he says it's far from over.

OceanGate's expeditions to the Titanic were meant to herald a new era for deep-sea tourism, but the company's missing submersible has instead underscored the danger these journeys can bring.