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Celebrate in style along 5th Avenue with a dynamic 4th of July inspired custom Laser Show and free live entertainment from 4pm-10pm July 3rd! The Gaslamp Quarter Association invites locals and tourists alike to get started early on their Independence Day Celebrations with the return of the 3rd of July Laser Show. The Gaslamp Quarter’s colorful history dating back to 1850, combined with its modern-day, world-class boutiques, galleries, restaurants, bars, and clubs are what make it THE place to celebrate any occasion, especially the 2022 Independence Day. On Sunday, July 3rd from 4PM-10PM, the Gaslamp Quarter will be celebrating in style along 5th Avenue with a dynamic 4th of July inspired custom Laser Show and free live entertainment from 4pm-10pm! The GQA invites attendees to deck themselves out in their patriotic best and head on down as The Quarter is transformed into the biggest pre-game for the 4th of July! This Laser show is not to be missed as laser technicians are set to wow onlookers with state-of-the-art digital graphics and awe-inspiring effects. A DJ will be spinning throughout the evening to get the party started! Guests will want to come early this year as the Gaslamp Quarter brings in the gigantic, show-stopping Budweiser Clydesdales for an unforgettable photo-op starting at 4pm. The Budweiser Clydesdales made their first-ever appearance on April 7, 1933. From the Prohibition era to Super Bowl commercials, there is perhaps nothing more iconic in Budweiser’s storied history than its team of Clydesdale horses. More than just a mascot, the Clydesdales have been an integral part of Anheuser-Busch for more than 80 years. Now they are making their way back to the Historic Gaslamp Quarter on July 3rd , 2022! They have come to not only help the city of San Diego prepare of another Padres homestand but to raise awareness to the Folds of Honor Foundation that provides scholarships to spouses and children of America’s fallen and disabled service members. Home to a culinary hotspot, the Gaslamp Quarter’s participating restaurants will offer food and drink specials throughout the evening! Gaslamp Quarter retail businesses will also offer shopping specials to commemorate the nationhood of the United States! After all, it wouldn’t be a proper 4th of July celebration without amazing offerings to spark magical memories! Guests visiting the Gaslamp Quarter can enjoy easy parking at the following garages: • Park-It-On-Market • 6th & K Parkade Plan out your Gaslamp Independence Day celebrations and your summer in the Gaslamp Quarter, by visiting Gaslamp.org.

Join us for this special Wednesday evening event at The Conrad as we transport ourselves to the Italian countryside with Under the Influence: Vivaldi's The Four Seasons. "The Four Seasons," Antonio Vivaldi’s radical violin concerto, is by far the composer’s most popular work. The concerto was one of the first of its kind and, in the right hands, can sound as revolutionary today as it did when it was first heard. The festivities continue after the concert with the best of San Diego’s culinary scene, libations, and more music in the Wu Tsai QRT.yrd. Date | Wednesday, August 10 at 7 p.m. Location | The Baker-Baum Concert Hall at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center Get tickets here! Ticket prices ranging from $48 to $98. For more information, please visit ljms.org/events/vivaldis-four-seasons or call (858) 459-3728.

New art on our radar this month includes: Rizzhel Javier at The Front, Mary Jhun at Thumbprint, Christopher Puzio at La Jolla Historical Society and more.

San Diegans depend on the Colorado River, and they have to make some tough decisions in the next year.

"Mindful" is an exhibition at San Diego City College's City Gallery, featuring the work of: Catalina Bellizzi-Itiola Annie Claflin Lissa Corona Kelly Einbinder Alexis Grinbold Avia Rose Ramm February 9 - March 16 Artist Reception: Thursday Feb. 9 from 5-7 p.m. Related links: City Gallery website City Gallery on Instagram

1835 Creative Studios presents fine art photographer Allison Davis' "Revealed at the Edge" book launch and fine art show debu. Come for a night of inspiration and experience the wild beauty of the American West Coast as captured by local fine art photographer Allison Davis from her 30 Day journey photographing 3116 miles of the coastline. The opening night event is a celebration and showcase of Davis' debut coffee table book "Revealed at the Edge," which raised more than $38,000 on Kickstarter to bring it to life, and her fine art collection from the series. On the opening night celebration, Davis will share a little bit about the collection and about her coffee table book to give background and context to the collection. Singer-Songwriter Lee Coulter will be performing throughout the evening. Picture Bakery is providing a playful photo booth for the event. S Taco Loco's Food Truck will be selling authentic mexican food, and 1835 Creative Studios will be hosting a bar with drinks for purchase. A dessert bar will be hosted. More vendors and partnerships are to be announced! Davis' debut 32 piece limited edition print collection as well as original encaustic wax artwork will be shown from February 17 through March 10 with this opening night celebration on February 17 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 1835 Creative Studios. Coffee table books, limited edition signed prints and open edition prints will be for sale throughout the show. We're excited to host an event to gather art lovers, landscape lovers, book lovers, and lovers of adventure and life to experience the artistry and storytelling from "Revealed at the Edge." Learn more about Davis' project at RevealedAtTheEdge.com.

The Annual Vista Strawberry Festival is back in 2022. Join the Vista Chamber of Commerce in Historic Downtown Vista on Sunday, May 29, 2022. Sponsored by the Tri-City Medical Center, a full day of events showcase the famous red berry, including live entertainment, and hundreds of vendors featuring distinctive food, arts & crafts, breweries and more. Appealing to all generations, The Vista Strawberry Festival will engage its youngest attendees with a fun Kid Zone offering games and activities for a full day of play. The event will take place on Sunday May 29, 2022 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Historic Downtown Vista. The Strawberry 5K will kick off the festival beginning at 7:30 a.m. with the festival opening at 8 a.m.  Strawberry Run 5K and Kids’ Runs  Pie Eating, Costume and Many Other Fun Contests  Music and Performances – DJ, Local Bands, Ballet Folklorico and Dancers  Inflatables, Attractions & Kid Zone  Craft Beer Garden (Must be 21 years of age)  Shuttle Service Begins at 6:30 a.m. at North County Courthouse; Additional shuttle begins at 10:00 a.m. from Vista High School (runs every 15 minutes) The Vista Strawberry Festival is the only festival in San Diego County that celebrates all the joys and pleasure of the Strawberry. Come meet our Strawberry Mascot and take part in attractions and entertainment that is ‘berry fun for all ages. ** While the festival is FREE to attend, some experiences including the kid zone and purchases of food and beverages are at personal expense.** Vista Strawberry Festival on Facebook / Instagram / Twitter

A study commissioned by the government to recommend minimum staffing levels at nursing homes drew no conclusions. And that means Biden's pledge to set those minimums may come to far less than hoped.

During his nine-year Hall of Fame career with the Cleveland Browns, Jim Brown averaged more than a hundred yards rushing in every regular season game. He's the only player in NFL history to do that.

The average price for gasoline in the county is $5.367, which is more than 13 cents higher than what it was a year ago.