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Fundraiser for Jamaica Hurricane Relief Join us for a powerful night of roots reggae and community healing Featuring: - Ginger Roots and the Fully Fullwood Band - Empress Akua - Sankoh and the Rockaway Kings - Tafari Watkins - Seraphim - Fre3styl3 - Rafa Pondé The WorldBeat Cultural Center is uniting global citizens to support the people of Bluefields, Westmoreland, Jamaica—the hometown and final resting place of reggae legend Peter Tosh—following the devastation of Hurricane Melissa. All proceeds will go to the Peter Tosh Foundation, which is partnering with the Jamaica Association of Massachusetts (JAMA) and Jah Workz, Inc. to provide food, clean water, hygiene products, medical supplies, and shelter materials to families and elders affected by the storm. Tickets: $15 advance | $20 at the door WorldBeat Cultural Center, Balboa Park Direct donations: petertoshfoundation.org WorldBeat Cultural Center: Facebook / Instagram

Pulido has been a mainstay of Tejano music —a genre blending traditional regional Mexican elements with country, pop and conjunto influences — for more than three decades.

Last year, Trump dismissed Biden-appointed Kennedy Center board members and replaced them with loyalists. A new filing by the Center's lawyers reveals how its board of trustees makes decisions.

A security guard, Amin Abdullah, and two community members Mansour Kaziha and Nadir Awad are being remembered as heroes who prevented more casualties.

First, the latest round of tariffs targets nearly every country in the world, and now it is now facing legal challenges. Then, a new transitional living program just landed in North County. Also, we’ll tell you what a death cafe is and what they’re all about. Plus, we tell you about the San Diego Zoo Safari Park’s newElephant Valley!

Mark your calendars for Friday April 24, 2026! Songwriter Sanctuary is back for a night of original music (with ASL access!) featuring SD Music Hall of Famer Robin Henkel, Billboard charting multi-SDMA winner Whitney Shay with guitar virtuoso Aaron Lind, and emerging artist Jay Freed. Hosted by Jeff Berkley at Normal Heights United. Doors 6:30 p.m., Music 7 p.m. Our Pre-Show Pantry Jam will kick off at 5:30 p.m. for attendees who want to arrive early with unopened/unexpired food or gently used clothing for the community pantry, fridge, and closet. Unplugged pre-show entertainment will be provided on the “sidewalk stage” by Songwriter Sanctuary alumni artist Hailey Marea. About the Artists Robin Henkel performs blues with an intensity rarely seen in Southern California. Drawing from the styles of Robert Johnson, Fred McDowell and Elmore James, Robin has moulded his own intense and entertaining personal style. Robin’s performances often include stories and anecdotes regarding the history of the blues and the unique vintage instruments he performs with. He is a four time recipient of "Best Blues" at the San Diego Music Awards. Whitney Shay & Aaron Lind form a dynamic duo blending powerhouse blues, soul, and jazz influences with seasoned musicianship. Shay, an internationally touring vocalist, pairs her infectious energy with Lind’s masterful guitar work, shaped by decades of practice and performance across jazz, funk, and rock stages. Jay Freed is a singer-songwriter blending acoustic R&B and indie folk. Grounded in a mindset of steady growth and risk-taking, his work encourages listeners to move at their own pace and pursue what they love on their own terms. Event Details Location: Normal Heights United Church. 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego, CA 92116. Suggested Donation: $10+ online or at door; optional “pass the hat” after intermission. No one is turned away for lack of funds. All Ages: We do not censor our artists; please check out the lineup and make the best decision for your family. Parking: Street parking. Food/Drink: Sponsored by Babe Beverages and Duck Foot Brewing Company. Guests are welcome to bring their own food into the venue (please eat and dispose of waste respectfully). There are so many delicious restaurants within walking distance - feel free to grab something take-out and bring it in! ASL: ASL will be provided for the indoor/sanctuary portion of April’s concert! Accessibility: Normal Heights United is a 100 year-old building with a non-traditional seating arrangement, but we want guests to feel safe and supported. Please send any accommodation requests to Molly at mollyrose(at)nhunited(dot)org at least five (5) business days prior to the event. Our online RSVP form also includes an optional field where you can disclose accessibility preferences and/or requests. Visit songwritersanctuary-sd.com for accessibility and community care statements. For inquiries, media comps, sponsorship opportunities, or further info, contact Lindsay White at songwritersanctuary@gmail.com or visit songwritersanctuary-sd.com/about.

Jason Seber, conductor Lissa deGuzman, vocals Bradley Gibson, vocals Krysta Rodriguez, vocals Josh Strickland, vocals Nasia Thomas, vocals San Diego Symphony Orchestra Get ready for the ultimate throwback experience with Disney ‘80s-‘90s Celebration in Concert, featuring the very best Disney and Pixar hits from two iconic decades! Dig out those flip phones and grab your shoulder pads as Broadway-star vocalists flashback through a defining generation of music, with show-stopping performances, rock-concert lighting and larger-than-life animation. Go from "Zero to Hero” until you’re seeing it “I 2 I” with fan-favorite moments from Hercules, A Goofy Movie, Toy Story, The Little Mermaid, Newsies, A Bug’s Life, Aladdin, The Lion King, Mulan, Beauty and the Beast, Pocahontas, The Disney Afternoon and so much more! Don’t miss this totally epic event with Broadway stars and your very own San Diego Symphony Orchestra. San Diego audiences will experience “A Whole New World” with stage stars Lissa deGuzman (Broadway’s ‘Jasmine’ in Aladdin & ‘Elphaba’ in Wicked), Bradley Gibson (Broadway’s ‘Simba’ in The Lion King & title role in Hercules), Krysta Rodriguez (Broadway’s ‘Cinderella’ in Into the Woods, original ‘Wednesday’ in The Addams Family) Josh Strickland (Broadway’s original Tarzan, American Idol), and Nasia Thomas (Broadway’s ‘Anne of Cleves’ in SIX, The Last Five Years). Please Note: Cast is subject to change. ©Disney The presentation is licensed by Disney Concerts San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for a collaborative presentation featuring speaker Molly McClain, PhD. Presented by MCASD and the La Jolla Historical Society, this program is the latest installment of the Ellen Browning Scripps Lecture Series. We invite you to explore the rich historical narratives that shape our region through this engaging and informative session. Ellen Browning Scripps transformed the idea of what it meant to “improve” a community. When most civic leaders of her era spoke of “beautification,” they meant adding ornamental gardens, grand buildings, and formal parks. Scripps looked at La Jolla and saw something different, a place where natural beauty could become the highest form of civic art. In her vision, preservation could be more transformative than any construction project. Tonight, we’ll look at how her philosophy shaped La Jolla, the Torrey Pines reserve, and the character of San Diego’s coastal communities. The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

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A new study of people 80 and older with exceptional gaits finds fast walkers have about a 50% lower risk of cognitive decline, showing the connection between physical health and brain health.