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The survey, conducted by the nonprofit social research group Social Weather Stations, shows a rise in supportive views of gays and lesbians in the socially conservative country in the past decade.

Our weekend arts picks include free, outdoor, innovative theater at Liberty Station for the La Jolla Playhouse's Pop-Up WOW, a SummerFest contemporary composer takeover, Melissa Walter's DNA forensic art at OMA, a free, all-ages Jennifer Vargas wire art workshop at Art Produce and four neighborhood art fairs.

From San Diego weekend arts preview: British jazz group Sons of Kemet play a high-octane and powerful blend of jazz, Caribbean and African folk and rock music. Led by saxophonist and clarinetist Shabaka Hutchings, the group recently released a new full-length album, "Black to the Future." Sons of Kemet will perform at the Belly Up, and opening will be the incredible Melanie Charles. Charles recorded a Tiny Desk (Home) Concert last year with a gorgeous, Sun Ra/Afrofuturism-inspired arrangement of "Deep River," and you can watch that below. —Julia Dixon Evans, KPBS From the organizer: Saxophonist, composer, philosopher and writer Shabaka Hutchings returns with a brand-new album from his Mercury Prize nominated outfit Sons of Kemet. Black To The Future, the band’s fourth LP and second on Impulse! Records, is due out May. See them live at Belly Up Tavern on Saturday, April 16 at 9 p.m., doors open at 8 p.m. Ticket Price: $20 advanced / $22 day of show / $35 reserved loft seating (available over the phone or in person at out box office)

The Hillcrest Wind Ensemble presents "A Joyous Celebration," an evening of festive holiday music, on Saturday, December 17 at Linder Hall, at the First United Methodist Church, 2111 Camino del Rio South, in Mission Valley. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online here and will also be available at the door. Join us for complimentary hors d'oeuvres at 6:30. Concert begins at 7:30. Under the direction of Artistic Director, Christian Tordahl, the ensemble will perform the traditional as well as the lighter music of Christmas plus a rousing Hanukkah medley. A fabulous bake sale featuring homemade desserts and beverages will be the highlight of the intermission. The 45 piece Hillcrest Wind Ensemble is in its 37th. year of performing and is proud to be a musical ambassador to the community as a whole. For more information look us up online at www.hillcrestwindensemble.com.

On stage: Nov. 29 - Dec. 4 2022 From Broadway San Diego: All rise for Academy Award® winner Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prizewinning masterwork. The New York Times Critic’s Pick TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is “the most successful American play in Broadway history. It has not played to a single empty seat” (60 Minutes). Rolling Stone gives it 5 stars, calling it “an emotionally shattering landmark production of an American classic,” and New York Magazine calls it “a real phenomenon. Majestic and incandescent, it’s filled with breath and nuance and soul.” With direction by Tony Award® winner Bartlett Sher, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD — “the greatest novel of all time” (Chicago Tribune) — has quickly become “one of the greatest plays in history” (NPR). Rating: Recommended for ages 13+. Please note guests under age five are not permitted to enter. All guests entering the theater, regardless of age, must have a ticket. Related links: Broadway San Diego event and venue information Broadway San Diego on Instagram "Scout from the 'To Kill A Mockingbird' film now plays the racist neighbor onstage" (NPR)

Manzanita Concert Series is pleased to welcome back lutenist Eric Dickerson to present his concert program, The Lute in the 18th Century. SDSU Master of Music Eric Dickerson will perform virtuosic works by Sylvius Leopold Weiss and Johann Anton Logy on his 13 course Baroque lute. Free-will donations support the artist. Click here for the latest on our concert season and to subscribe to our monthly newsletter.

Join experienced MTRP Tracking Team members for an adventure in wildlife tracking on the Oak Grove Loop Trail. Learn the art of discovering and identifying tracks and other signs left behind by the park’s seldom-seen wildlife. These easy walks are suitable for the whole family. Walks start from the front of the Visitor Center on the first Saturday of every month at 8:30 a.m. Walks are free and open to the public, with no reservations required. Don’t forget to wear long pants for kneeling on the ground. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and bring along water. A hat and sunscreen are also recommended. Walks are canceled if raining. For more information on this event and other local walking events around MTRP please visit HERE!

The North Coast Symphony presents “Holiday Gems”, a performance of festive holiday music, on Friday, December 16, 2022, 7:30 p.m. at the Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive, Encinitas. The concert will include "The First Noel, Around the World at Christmas Time", "Christmas at the Movies", "Toccata on Carol of the Bells", "Music from FROZEN", and more. Celebrating its its 75th year, the orchestra is conducted by Daniel Swem. Admission: $12 general, $10 seniors/students/military, $30/family max. For tickets and information, visit here! Follow North Coast Symphony on Facebook!

WHEN: Saturday, December 3, 2022 from 12 p.m. - 9 p.m. WHERE: La Mesa Blvd. btwn. Spring St. - 4th St. in the heart of downtown La Mesa The 7th annual La Mesa Holiday in the Village will once again be ringing in holiday cheer for everyone far and near! La Mesa Village friends and family will have the chance to take part in FREE festive fun with live music, cozy fires, craft vendors, food, holiday photo opportunities including selfies with Santa, and a kids’ area bigger than Santa’s Toy Shop! This year’s locally loved La Mesa Holiday in the Village will feature more entertainment, more vendors, and an inclusive holiday experience for ALL AGES to enjoy! Get in the holiday spirit while playing carnival games, listening to carolers, and enjoying delicious food and drinks from La Mesa local favorites. Walk the streets of La Mesa’s historic downtown while exploring dozens of local craft vendor stands, then cozy up with artisan and craft food and snack specialties. Friends and family can relax by the fire pits while enjoying holiday caroling, cheerful holiday music, and fun live entertainment from local schools, clubs and more! La Mesa’s FREE Holiday in the Village will turn everyone holly and jolly with a full lineup of entertainment including traditional holiday songs and music, local bands, and community performances. Stop in and enjoy the holiday cheer at La Mesa’s Holiday in the Village for an amazing day that comes but once a year! Come to Holiday in the Village ready to shop, dine, and bask in La Mesa’s joyful atmosphere as this honored tradition transforms the town into a winter wonderland for the whole family! The LMVA is also coordinating a Holiday Storefront Decorating Contest to create a festive atmosphere for visitors this holiday season! The community can vote on their favorite decorations from December 1 - 16, 2022! Ballot boxes will be at a variety of locations, or we'll have online voting! Stay Social! Facebook & Instagram

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