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Join us for the inaugural KPBS San Diego Book Festival presented by the University of San Diego, Saturday, August 23, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Attendees will enjoy panel discussions with award-winning authors, activities, live entertainment, exhibitors including local authors, independent booksellers, and more. Let’s bring our community closer together through the shared experience of reading and discussing great books! The festival is a FREE event for book lovers of all ages. What to expect: The announcement of the 2025 One Book, One San Diego selections! More than 40 award-winning authors will participate in interactive panel sessions and book signings. New featured authors will be announced each week! For the young and young at heart, check out the youth reading stage and exploration area with hands-on activities. Meet PBS Kids beloved friends Clifford the Big Red Dog, Curious George and Cat in the Hat! Additional highlights include bilingual programming, poetry readings, live music and entertainment, exhibitors, and food trucks. Truly something for everyone! The Finest Podcast Live: Fact, Fiction and Fantasy - Featuring authors Moses Ose Utomi and Emily Greenberg: Be a part of the audience for a live taping of The Finest, KPBS' new podcast about the people, art and movements redefining culture in San Diego. Go behind the scenes of how a podcast is made, and dive into a lively conversation on truth, identity, storytelling and creativity with local authors Emily Greenberg ("Alternative Facts") and Moses Ose Utomi ("Daughters of Oduma," "The Lies of the Ajungo"). From pop culture- and politics-inspired experimental fiction to YA fantasy rooted in West African mythology, their work explores how societies — both real and imagined — wrestle with truth and lies, facts and fictions and what it all means for the stories we tell. The agenda above is subject to change. Please subscribe to the email list for updates. Learn more and register at: https://sdbookfestival.eventbrite.com

Join us for a special Paint and Sip inspired by the art of Keith Haring! Our Paint & Sip will take place during the Pride Artisan Market at Alma’s 4th floor rooftop restaurant and bar, Leave of Absence--your ultimate outdoor + rooftop bar and restaurant in San Diego serving wood-fired pizzas and artfully crafted cocktails. Whether you’re looking for a casual gathering with friends or a romantic dinner under the stars, join us at Leave of Absence to savor the flavors of San Diego while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of downtown from our rooftop restaurant. It’s time to indulge in a true Californian experience that will linger in your memories long after your vacation ends. We encourage artistic freedom! You can alter the painting to fit your style and use any of our colors. We provide all the art supplies you’ll need, including canvas, paint, brushes, and aprons. Just bring your enthusiasm and a thirst for creativity. Food & Beverage available for purchase on site. Visit: https://paintingandvino.com/event/keith-haring-inspired-art-pride-paint-and-sip-san-diego/ Painting & Vino on Instagram and Facebook

Famed for his attacking, take-no-prisoners playing style, Cuban-born pianist and composer Alfredo Rodriguez has a back story that has become the stuff of legend: the kid who, without constant access to a piano, practiced on scales he’d painted on the family dinner table; who, aged 19, represented Cuba in the International Solo Piano Competition at the 2016 Montreux Jazz Festival, just happening to entertain a crowd that included Quincy Jones, who was so bowled over he encouraged his permanent relocation from embargoed Cuba to America. GRAMMY-nominated, the veteran of an NPR Tiny Desk concert, the recipient of critical praise including comparisons to early Bill Evans and Art Tatum, Rodriguez now sounds distinctively like himself. Alfredo Rodriguez on Facebook / Instagram Pedtrito Martinez on Facebook / Instagram

"Amplified Live: Backing the Locals" will spotlight four incredible local bands and singer-songwriters, each supported by the dynamic Amplified Studios House Band. This one-night-only event celebrates the very best of North County’s professional music scene. More than just a show, the event highlights the creative possibilities Amplified Studios offers and invites other musicians to explore recording opportunities. Experience the next wave of local musical artistry at its finest. With performances by Sipleen | Cody Adele | Kaden Adams | Willa Marj | Fox Michaels | Hailey Jean | NAIE Amplified Studios on Facebook / Instagram

Each year, The House of Lebanon hosts their annual Lawn Program. The Entertainment is provided by different folk dance groups every year that will perform Folk Dances in regional native costumes. In addition to folkloric dance, local Lebanese artist will perform tradition song, music and poetry depicting the Lebanese heritage and Culture. The House of Lebanon serves a wide selection of traditional Lebanese “Meza”. Food will include Hummus, Tabouli, Spinach Pies, Kibbeh, Falafel, stuffed Grape Leaves, Moussakaa, Kafta, Chicken and Lamb Shawarma. In addition to a selection of pastries and drinks to include Baklawa, Sfouf, Namoura, Arabic Lemonade, and Jalab. House of Lebanon on Facebook / Instagram

A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, "Legally Blonde The Musical," follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances - this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle quickly realizes her potential and sets out to prove herself to the world. Luminary Arts on Facebook / Instagram

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 with French Champagne 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. It takes place in San Diego, at the La Jolla Woman's Club. Concert 2: Sunday November 9th, at 4 p.m. (Including high tea buffet after the performance) PROGRAM: Introduced by musicologist Ross Mitchell - J. BRAHMS: PIANO TRIO No.2 IN C MAJOR OP 87 - A. DVORAK: ROMANCE IN F MAJOR OP11 FOR VIOLIN & PIANO - N. REBER: PIANO TRIO No.3 IN G MINOR OP 16 "US PREMIERE" Performed by: AMBROISE AUBRUN, Violin BEN SOLOMONOW, Cello XIAO CHEN, Piano Visit: https://lesalondemusiques.com/product/concert-2-2025-2026/ Le Salon de Musiques on Facebook

Rafael Payare, conductor Isabel Leonard, mezzo-soprano Liv Redpath, soprano Lindsay Ammann, mezzo-soprano Meridian Prall, mezzo-soprano Tasha Hokuao Koontz, soprano Angel Raii Gomez, tenor Elliot Madore, baritone Christian Simmons, bass-baritone San Diego Symphony Chorus Maurice Boyer, Chorus Master San Diego Children’s Choir Ruthie Millgard, Artistic Director San Diego Symphony Orchestra Directed by Gerard McBurney Projection Design by Mike Tutaj Lighting Design by Paul Miller Joe Fournier, artist Creative Producer is Jonathan Gilmer Mariam Bombrun, repetiteur DEBUSSY: The Joyful Isle (L'isle joyeuse), L. 106 DEBUSSY (orch. Caplet): The Box of Toys (La boîte à joujoux) RAVEL: The Child and the Magical Spells: a lyric fantasy in two scenes (L'enfant et les sortilèges: Fantaisie lyrique en deux parties) A glorious and theatrical celebration of the light and enchantment of France and French music, beginning with Debussy’s evocation of a journey to a mysterious island of love, and his witty and charming ballet score for children about the adventures of a box of toys. The program ends with a brilliantly colorful and delightful semi-staging of Ravel’s immortal and much-loved comic fantasy about a naughty child whose toys come to life to punish him. In this performance, specially created for San Diego, the many characters portrayed by the singers in this story will be reflected in animated illustrations projected on to the beautiful new walls of Jacobs Music Center. Music, words and images work in harmony to tell the story. This year marks the 150th anniversary of the birth of Ravel, and our production of "L’enfant et les sortilèges" is this orchestra’s homage to the man who created one of the most beautiful depictions of childhood in all of music. Visit: https://www.sandiegosymphony.org/performances/french-fairytales/ San Diego Symphony on Instagram and Facebook

Rafael Payare, conductor Isabel Leonard, mezzo-soprano Liv Redpath, soprano Lindsay Ammann, mezzo-soprano Meridian Prall, mezzo-soprano Tasha Hokuao Koontz, soprano Angel Raii Gomez, tenor Elliot Madore, baritone Christian Simmons, bass-baritone San Diego Symphony Chorus Maurice Boyer, Chorus Master San Diego Children’s Choir Ruthie Millgard, Artistic Director San Diego Symphony Orchestra Directed by Gerard McBurney Projection Design by Mike Tutaj Lighting Design by Paul Miller Joe Fournier, artist Creative Producer is Jonathan Gilmer Mariam Bombrun, repetiteur DEBUSSY: The Joyful Isle (L'isle joyeuse), L. 106 DEBUSSY (orch. Caplet): The Box of Toys (La boîte à joujoux) RAVEL: The Child and the Magical Spells: a lyric fantasy in two scenes (L'enfant et les sortilèges: Fantaisie lyrique en deux parties) A glorious and theatrical celebration of the light and enchantment of France and French music, beginning with Debussy’s evocation of a journey to a mysterious island of love, and his witty and charming ballet score for children about the adventures of a box of toys. The program ends with a brilliantly colorful and delightful semi-staging of Ravel’s immortal and much-loved comic fantasy about a naughty child whose toys come to life to punish him. In this performance, specially created for San Diego, the many characters portrayed by the singers in this story will be reflected in animated illustrations projected on to the beautiful new walls of Jacobs Music Center. Music, words and images work in harmony to tell the story. This year marks the 150th anniversary of the birth of Ravel, and our production of "L’enfant et les sortilèges" is this orchestra’s homage to the man who created one of the most beautiful depictions of childhood in all of music. Visit: https://www.sandiegosymphony.org/performances/french-fairytales/ San Diego Symphony on Instagram and Facebook