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A string of shooting deaths of Chicago high-schoolers shocks and saddens, despite a decrease in the city's homicide rate.

A (mostly) monthly concert series featuring San Diego's finest songwriters. Three acts perform in a Nashville-style round sharing the stories and inspirations behind their beautiful songs. Guest host TBD! For this special holiday edition of Songwriter Sanctuary, we invite you to come early for a free pop-up holiday market for local makers from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Grab a bite and a warm bevvy, browse handmade wares from local vendors, then stick around for the show! (Music starts at 7 p.m.). Normal Heights United stands as a proud partner in this community-building music series - let’s show them some love and appreciation for utilizing their space to showcase local artists and businesses! About the Artists Thea the Band: Thea writes original Cosmic American tunes from the heart, for the soul. Though the ups and downs of love are the favorite lyrical focal point, no emotion is left unattended to. Songs for the working man and woman who go through every day highs and every day lows. Come as you are and leave a little more in tune with who that is. Josh Weinstein is a working composer, arranger, producer, and pianist/organist/keyboard player originally from New York. His 2008 album "Love & Alcohol” received airplay on nearly 300 stations worldwide, CMJ charted, and was licensed by MTV. His previous album "Brooklyn Is Sinking" appeared on "Best of 2006" lists at both WFUV and npr.org. Josh is active as both a sideman and featured performer in nightclubs, concert stages and recording studios. He appears on albums and in videos for artists in multiple genres, with mainstage appearances at festivals and show venues worldwide and an active freelance schedule of several hundred dates per year. When he's not performing or recording, he teaches college courses on American popular music, Western classical music, and a variety of World Music practices. He also maintains a full private teaching studio out of his San Diego home. Cheyenne Benton: Brimming with bubblegum angst, San Diego-based Cheyenne Benton breathes lyrical fire into the world of atmospheric indie pop. With sincere, defiant lyrics, Benton creates an infectious wonderland of retro nostalgia and futuristic instrumentation. Both her explosive melodies and transparent storytelling are heavily influenced by years performing in musical theater. Benton released her debut EP in December 2017. Her single “My Heart” was nominated as a semi-finalist in the 2018 International Songwriting Competition. In 2023, Benton's song "Drinkin' About U" was nominated at the San Diego Music Awards. Thank you to our generous venue partner for sharing this beautiful space with the local music community! Time: Doors 6:15 p.m., Show 7 - 9:30 p.m. (NHU also hosting a holiday pop-up makers market from 4 - 7 p.m. - free and open to public) Suggested Donation: $10 (all ages) but please be generous in your support of these top tier talents whose creative work is their livelihood. All donations go to artists. We want you to come to the show regardless of what you can afford to pay! For this reason, you may bring up to 10 people per donation, no matter the amount you give. Food/Drink: Available for purchase, thanks to our sponsors! Duck Foot Brewing Company, Flying Embers, and Grace2Go Meals Accessibility: Please direct any venue accessibility requests to Molly Lorden molly@nhunited.org For more information visit: lindsaywhitemusic.com

Get ready to dive back into the OASIS for Ready Party One, the signature San Diego Comic-Con kick-off party and Night 1 of Party HQ Comic Con at Parq Nightclub. This year, we travel to the Mushroom Kingdom planet, where the 8-bit legacy adventures of Zelda, Mega Man, Metroid, and more run rampant - but of course the star of the show is everybody's favorite mushroom-smashing plumber. Journey with Parzival into this world celebrating video game legacy and all things Mario - from his humble beginnings as Jumpman in Donkey Kong to his evolution through the 8-bit years of the N.E.S, his 16-bit Super Nintendo years, to his jump to 3D in Mario 64. The immersive decor will make you feel like you're visiting a ba-bomb battlefield, and themed drinks will keep the party going all night long. Check out the gaming lounge to get all your favorite 8-bit moves in, accompanied by a live DJ. Can you beat Parzival’s score? Travel through the warp tunnel to the main dance floor, avoiding those banana peels, and get treated to an incredible 80s set from world-famous flashback band The Flux Capacitors, as well as killer DJ sets by DJ Elliot and DJ Atomic Blonde. Keep an eye out for special guest performances that'll take you on a journey through the best of Mario's adventures. Watch out for a special performance by Violet on the Rocks as everyone’s favorite fruity princess. Ready Party One has everything else that makes it the favorite party at Comic-Con since 2018, including immersive cosplay, gaming experiences, and much more. Don't miss out on this epic celebration! GA tickets include access to the party, all live entertainment, and IG-worthy photo ops. VIP perks: exclusive entry point, swag bags from PopMinded, special viewing area of the main stage, AND… Access to our incredible Malibu Dream VIP Lounge Experience, a completely separate lounge exclusive for our VIP guests during our nightlife events. Join our favorite plastic doll for a night you’ll never forget. VIP Table reservations available to flaunt that Leaderboard status and give your friends a time they'll never forget. Purchasing a table gets you the rights to the table from us but you must also hit a minimum spend at the table w/ the venue's service people which is an additional charge upon arrival. For the 6 Highline tables in the rear of the club it is a $500 minimum spend (this is roughly one bottle plus some additional drinks). For the 8 dance floor tables, it is a $750 minimum spend (roughly 2 bottles). These table purchases comes with 1 VIP ticket. Pro-tip: don't let your friends order from the bar, order from service people to hit your minimum faster. DRESS CODE: There is no formal dress code, but we challenge you to embrace your OASIS avatar look - especially one inspired by the world of 8-bit video games. Let your inner creativity out and become part of the fun! PLEASE BE ADVISED: Filming, photography, and other recording will take place at PARQ NIGHTCLUB, SAN DIEGO in San Diego, California, during the event you will be attending. By entering the premises, you irrevocably consent to and authorize XLE Productions, its affiliates, successors, and assigns (collectively “XLE”), to photograph you, make sound recordings of you, and use such photographs and recordings throughout the world, for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity, including, but not limited to, television broadcasts and home entertainment products, including, but not limited to, home video and DVD. All such photographs and sound recordings will be the sole property of XLE Productions. *XLE Is not affiliated with Universal, Nintendo, or any other official studio or corporation. This is for fans, by fans. *This event is 21+ *NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES* Parq on Facebook / Instagram Comic-Con International on Facebook / Instagram

The second album from Radiohead offshoot The Smile is very good. But can its singer ever transcend his role in his revolutionary other band?

Come enjoy a FREE yoga class from Fit Athletic! This "Bootcamp Yoga" session will be led by Viktoria Talbot at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, so be ready to WORK! Allow your body and mind to joyfully connect for a full hour in one of the most beautiful settings in all of San Diego! Bring your mat, bring your sun-block, and prepare to breathe in some healthy Bayside air at this and future yoga classes at The Rady Shell. Parking is limited so come early or walk in if you can...maybe even take the Coronado Ferry! There are many ways to get to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. Note: due to somewhat limited space, registration is required for this FREE event...walkups cannot be allowed at this time. Though dogs are welcome on the perimeter of Jacobs Park, we cannot allow them onto the artificial grass of The Rady Shell. PRE-PAID PARKING Ace Parking has provided a DEDICATED PARKING PURCHASE PAGE for this event. Connect with Rady Shell on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

People have camped out for hours just to get their hands on limited-edition Stanley tumblers. The ubiquitous drinkware used to be for outdoorsy types, but they've become something of a status symbol.

Not everyone was able to grab a badge this year. Fortunately, that doesn’t mean the convention starts and ends with the badge holder. Here are our picks for pop culture, comics, music, art, food, drink and fandom events to get a taste of Comic-Con without a badge.

Free, nonpartisan, in-person candidate forum focused on climate change and environmental justice issues offers residents to hear directly from candidates seeking to represent District 4 on the County Board of Supervisors (replacing Nathan Fletcher). Spanish interpretation will be provided. Free parking and light refreshments. Three candidates have confirmed participation: - Janessa Goldbeck, Marine Corps veteran and CEO of Vet Voice Foundation - Monica Montgomery Steppe, San Diego City Council President Pro-Tem - Amy Reichert, small business owner and founder of ReOpen San Diego Doors open 5:00 p.m. - with refreshments, organization tabling, community mingle. Forum 6 - 7:30 p.m. Community mingle continues post-forum, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. We’ll focus on key climate change and environmental justice issues, including mobility and transportation, air pollution, renewable energy, land use and sprawl, and the County’s commitment to achieving carbon zero and its Climate Action Plan (CAP) and Regional Decarbonization Framework (RDF). Co-moderated by KPBS Environmental Reporter Erik Anderson.

María José's "Libertad" tour is a call to liberation, joy, and the expression of our true essence, so that everyone who attends her concerts feels free to be who they are, to love without prejudice, and to live with passion. During the show, fans will also be able to enjoy hits such as "Adelante Corazón," "No soy una señora," "Me equivoqué," and "Lo que tenías conmigo," as well as new music included on her new album titled "Libertad." Attendees will witness a high-level production, with spectacular choreography, lights, and special effects. María José's contagious energy and her band will create an unforgettable show. This is a unique opportunity to see one of the most popular Latin music artists live, in an environment of celebration and liberation. Connect with María José on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Join us on Saturday, July 29 from 5-8 p.m. at Thorn Mission Hills for the Royal Ralph Hazy IPA Release Party with food by Phil's BBQ! That's right! Phil's BBQ is back in their OG neighborhood for one day at Thorn Mission Hills from 5-8 p.m. on Saturday, July 29! Come and meet the artist responsible for the amazing artwork on our newest beer release can, grab a limited edition tee, and stay for the BBQ! The beer release event is free, the ticket is to reserve a BBQ plate by Phil's BBQ! The ticket will get you one of their famous Pulled Pork Sandwiches and a side of their coleslaw and mac and cheese along with a Thorn beer of your choice for only $22 (plus tax/fees). GET TICKETS Please email anna@thorn.beer if you would like to reserve a veggie burger or chicken option for your meal. About the artist: The artwork for this can was created by R. Piper, born and raised in Mission Hills by a family of artists and his very first art show was in the back of Thorn North Park in 2012. This piece is titled “Royal Ralph,” named after our raccoon logo, and was created as a larger-than-life mural on the wall of our Mission Hills tasting room. About the beer: Intense citrus aroma with notes of berries intertwine with bright, tropical mango and passion fruit flavors producing a vivid, juicy IPA.