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Over the past decade, jazz pianist and Origin Records recording artist Danny Green has earned recognition as a bandleader and as a composer with a gift for spinning supple, absorbing narratives. Green’s growing portfolio of vibrant sounds—an enchanting mix of jazz, classical, and Brazilian rhythms—has garnered Green two San Diego Music Awards for Best Jazz Album and an additional award for Best Jazz Artist. His long-time trio, joining him for the Wu Tsai QRT.yrd Concert Series, includes bassist Justin Grinnell and drummer Julien Cantelm, noteworthy musicians in their own right. Together they have developed a nearly psychic connection as they perform Green’s original compositions and jazz standards. Green takes listeners on a journey that is equal parts introspective and exuberant, and always compelling. Gates open at 4 p.m.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning composer and diarist died Friday at age 99. Although he won the Pulitzer for an orchestral work, he was most celebrated for his huge body of art songs — over 500 in all.

Manzanita Concerts is pleased to welcome Jeff Berkley. Local legend Jeff Berkley is a songwriter's songwriter, a real deal Americana craftsman. He has a warm, teddy bear hug of a voice and song hooks sure to charm. He maintains a busy calendar as a solo act, as half of his duo, Berkley Hart, and as a sideman in several bands. Jeff puts you at ease with his good humor, then engages you with his experience, his ear, and his passion. We're thrilled to have him! Free-will donations support the artist. For more on the monthly Manzanita Concert Series, visit here. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Poliansky will perform music by Ludwig van Beethoven, Claude Debussy, César Franck, and Sergej Rachmaninow. A portion of the proceeds will be used to aid an orphanage in Ensenada, Mexico. Poliansky, born in Kiev in 1968, studied piano at the Lysenko Music School. He has won the Tchaikovsky Piano Competition in Moscow, Russia, the World Piano Competition in Cincinnati, Ohio, and Citta di Cantu in Italy. He has also won prizes in Tokyo, Montreal and at The International Duo Competition in Marseille, France. Poliansky performed as soloist with The Moscow Soloists, The Moscow Symphony Orchestra, The National Symphony of Ukraine, Budapest Strings, The National Orchestra of Malta and The KBS National Radio Orchestra of Korea. Poliansky has also been a guest at international festivals, performed with many well-known artists and has produced recordings with German broadcasting companies. Poliansky currently resides in Cologne, Germany, having recently held the position of Associate Professor for Major Piano at The Cologne University of Music, Europe’s largest music academy.

The Campanile Music Festival is proud to present newly formed chamber ensemble In Triplicate. Three award-winning musicians Jasmine Lin (violin), Clancy Newman (cello) and Jeremy Kurtz-Harris (bass) unite as a trio featuring their own compositions inspired by jazz, classical, and folk music written especially for The Campanile Music Festival at SDSU. In Triplicate will present improvisation and composition workshops to students at SDSU with a feature concert at the Scripps Cottage on April 25 at 7 p.m.

Gas stoves emit potentially harmful pollutants, but utilities and their trade group avoided regulation with tactics perfected by the tobacco industry to cast doubt on science showing health problems.

Red No. 3 was banned from cosmetics three decades ago. Consumer advocates question why it's still allowed in food products, including many popular with kids.

The California Department of Health bills its complaint website as a resource for people as they search for a safe nursing home. But KPBS found omissions and errors when it comes to documenting sexual abuse cases.

JFest 2022 is back! Celebrate Jewish heritage, culture, art and ideas this summer at the 29th Annual Lipinsky Family Jewish Arts Festival, presented by San Diego Rep. Experience the renowned Hershey Felder at two unmissable events. See inimitable hip hop artist Nissim Black in concert overlooking the ocean. Songstress Niki Jacobs performs the world’s most gorgeous Yiddish music. The 21st Klezmer Summit is a celebration of hope, and a tribute to Ukraine. Fall in love with Angelia Reaux and the music of Kurt Weill. Broadway icon Joel Gray shares his favorite plays. The world premiere of "In Every Generation" explores Passover for one family across several millennia. Women of Valor immortalizes six extraordinary San Diegan women in new short theatre pieces. Yehuda Hyman reflects on the road that led him to the ecstasy of Hasidic dance. Be the first to experience new works at The Whole Megillah, a mini-festival of Jewish plays. Free and paid events take place in person at San Diego Rep downtown and at venues in North County, plus online events.

The beloved San Diego fine dining oasis Mister A’s has long provided a colorful accompaniment to the dining experience with art from long-time resident artist Marie Najera, infusing the dining space with curated pieces that help set the tone. As the restaurant embarks on a new era, the iconic San Diego hub will be hosting an art exhibition, selling Marie's pieces that the restaurant has had the honor of enjoying over the years. Painting professionally for over 22 years, Marie's mixed media work is a culmination of the stories of her life, a visual diary overlaid with the influence of her current inspirations. Marie's art has contributed to the guest's dining experience over the last several years. Pieces will range from $350 to $2000 and range in sizes of 18in x 18in to 4ft x 3ft. This one-time event is free and open to the public, and accompanying the art exhibition will be a spread of pastries and champagne that pair perfectly with sweeping views of the San Diego skyline. Date | Saturday, April 30 at 12 p.m. Location | Mister A's Restaurant For more information, please contact the venue at info@asrestaurant.com or call (619) 239-1377.