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In Peckham, about a 30-minute drive from the center of London, many people were going about their weekend as usual. While they're sad about the queen's death, they see it as an opportunity for reform.

Note: This event date has been changed. The new event is Oct. 7, 2021. Take an unforgettable theatrical journey through moments of everyday magic and extraordinary possibility. In partnership with award-winning poet laureate nominee Gill Sotu, “The History of Joy” is a 4-part series of cinematic performances inspired by real-life stories of struggle, beauty, and triumph. Each segment will be accompanied by creative interpretations of the theme by some of San Diego’s most innovative organizations in dance, theatre, opera, puppetry, visual arts and more. Inspired by the 8 pillars of joy outlined in "The Book of Joy" - written by the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu with Doug Abrams. Produced in partnership with The Rosin Box Project, "WOMXN" explores what it means to be a woman in today's world through the lens of forgiveness and gratitude. $15 Per Event or Pay What You Can $50 Series Package (all 4 shows) Creative Industry Professionals may use Promo Code CREATIVE20 for 20% OFF. Complimentary access to ART SAN DIEGO CONTEMPORARY ART FAIR with ticket purchase.

You don’t just see an Alvin Ailey performance, you feel it. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has grown from a small group of African American dancers to a revolutionary company that transcends barriers and celebrates the African American cultural experience. In 2008, a U.S. Congressional resolution designated the company as “a vital American cultural ambassador to the world.” Under the decade-long leadership of its visionary artistic director, Robert Battle, the company continues to honor the monumental legacy of its founder, while expanding the Ailey repertory and developing the next generation of choreographers. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will perform two programs, both including Ailey’s masterpiece Revelations. Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

The annual report says instances of harassment, assault and propaganda are all on the rise. It warns public officials and social media stars have helped normalize longstanding antisemitic tropes.

NPR moved this week to cut 10% of its staff and stop production of a handful of podcasts, including Invisibilia, Louder Than a Riot and Rough Translation.

Fan fiction may not command the same respect as other literary pursuits, but it's a rich mode of expression, says one author who mounts a passionate case for the style.

Join us at Helia Brewing Co. for a celebration of vegan flavors brought to you by amazing local chefs. Tickets will include unlimited tastings, live music, sustainable vendors and more! This will be a zero waste event and a portion of the ticket proceeds will benefit Sustainability is Sexy. Follow on social media! Helia Brewing Co. : Facebook + Instagram Santosha Nutrition: Facebook + Instagram Sustainability is Sexy: Facebook + Instagram

The biggest names in freestyle and Old School music including The King of Freestyle Stevie B., The Queen of Freestyle Lisa Lisa , Female Pop Sensation’s Jody Watley and The Cover Girls, plus Throwback Legends Montell Jordan, JJ FAD and MC SHY-D all who will collaborate to perform their biggest rhythmic dance hits during the “FREESTYLE EXPLOSION HOLIDAY JAM” at PECHANGA ARENA on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. This huge tour of 10 artists also includes Latin Freestyle favorites Johnny O, Cynthia and Sweet Sensation featuring Betty Dee. This lineup influenced the 80’s with their style and pop music, which remains widely popular and in rotation with today’s hits. Follow on social media! Stevie B: Facebook + Instagram Lisa Lisa: Facebook + Instagram Jody Watley: Facebook + Instagram

Powerful artificial intelligence tools that can create video, audio, text and pictures are raising fears the technology will supercharge disinformation and propaganda by bad actors.

This year is expected to set a record for the number of book bans by public school libraries, so many people are finding creative ways to make banned books available to young readers outside schools.