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It's been 50 years since the famed director released the movie Pink Flamingos. And as much as the world's changed since then, his first-ever novel shows that his propensity for bad taste ...hasn't.

Train with Jewel, Blues Traveler, and Thunderstorm Artis at North Island Credit Union Amphitheater on July 26th at 6:30 P.M. Follow them on social media! Jewel: Facebook + Instagram Blues Traveler: Facebook + Instagram Thunderstorm Artis: Facebook + Instagram

Susan G. Komen’s new and improved annual More than Pink Walk in San Diego will be held in-person on Sunday, November 7 at Balboa Park (Corner of 6th Ave. and Laurel St.), with exciting interactive activities after the walk for all guests and participants. The signature fundraising event will begin with an opening ceremony at 7:30 a.m., followed by the walk at 8 a.m. Afterwards, participants are invited to take part in fun and exciting activities, from music to health screenings, food trucks and more for the entire community to enjoy. The event this year will be more interactive. It brings not only a new name, the More than Pink Walk - but a new format as well. Susan G. Komen will focus on bringing together an empowered community for a fresh experience in a new location in Balboa Park. REGISTER NOW Participants will have several areas of engagement including pre and post walk yoga sessions, multiple food trucks offering a variety of cuisines, Ford display vehicles, exclusive tour and viewing of mammogram screening techniques and procedures, team and individual photo opportunities and backdrops, and immersive art installations. Susan G. Komen’s Hope Village provides current patients, Survivors, and Thrivers (those living with metastatic breast cancer) with special self-care demonstrations, massage services, and free food to honor and celebrate their personal journeys. The Pillars area showcases Komen’s initiatives in research, critical patients care, community programs, and policy and advocacy. In addition, community leaders in breast cancer related fields will provide presentations and demonstrations on topics ranging from Breast Cancer 101 to how families and friends can support patients and survivors on their journey. The Walk will raise the financial resources needed to fund life-saving research investments, raise public awareness, and support folks fighting breast cancer. By uniting under one cause, Komen has been able to make an immense impact. They have raised more than $2 billion to date, with 80 cents or more of every dollar going directly to research, screening services, local healthcare, financial assistance, and support services. Currently, $988 million has been invested in research, more than any other non-profit. Parking & Event Map Susan G. Komen is on Facebook + Instagram + follow @SusanGKomen on Twitter

Music educator, composer, arranger, and jazz saxophonist Chaz Cabrera prepares a special evening of music featuring selected jazz repertoire and original compositions. The original compositions include “Nova,” a contemporary jazz piece that explores lush chords and a simple melody; “A Touch of Silver,” an homage to Cabrera’s favorite composer Horace Silver; and “On Dusk Drive,” a tune that takes listeners back to the street where Cabrera’s musical career began. Cabrera will also choose various selections from the composers who most influenced him, such as Horace Silver, Bobby Timmons, and more.  This program features a jazz quartet with Nakul Tiruviluamala (piano), John Murray (bass), David Sullivan (drums), and Chaz Cabrera (saxophone).  Date | Friday, October 29 at 7 p.m. Location | The Museum on Making Music Get tickets here! General admission: $20 The San Diego Sound Project concert series highlights emerging groups or artists within the San Diego region and been made possible in part by The Conrad Prebys Foundation. The Museum's live stream capabilities were enhanced thanks to a grant from the City of Carlsbad's Cultural Arts Office. For more information, please visit the Museum of Making Music webpage or call (760) 438-5996.

Playing video games for a living sounds like a dream job. But toxic fans and demanding schedules can turn that dream into a nightmare.

Gary Bartz shares stories from his sixty-plus-year career, covering everything from bebop to hip-hop. Hear a heartfelt conversation between the legendary saxophonist and host Christian McBride.

Increasingly, private equity firms shape staffing decisions at hospital emergency rooms, research shows. One apparent effect: Hiring fewer doctors and more health care practitioners who earn far less.

The largest Russian Orthodox cemetery outside Russia is in a suburb of Paris. This normally tranquil place has become a battleground between Russia and the West.

From kindergartners to college students, what should parents be doing to monitor their child's mental health?

No instruments – just voices! New York’s Naturally 7 are a music group with a distinctive a cappella style wherein each member “becomes an instrument,” using the human voice to create a specific sound. Naturally 7 have performed with Michael Bublé, Coldplay, Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock and Queen. See them now before they move on to stadiums! They will perform at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts on Friday, February 11 at 8 p.m. Get tickets here! Adults: $20-$40 Seniors (65+), Active Military, Students (age 13-21): $17-$34 Half Price Youth Tickets (12 and under): $10-$20 For more information, please visit powayonstage.org/event/naturally-7/.