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The iconic clock in Prague's Old Town Square was renovated in 2018. Four years later, a local preservation group noticed something off about the refurbishment.

James Ijames' adaptation of Shakespeare's play is less a tragedy than a triumphant comedy.

Plant lovers rejoice! With the rise in popularity of house plants, this San Diego Botanic Garden (SDBG) exhibition shows off one of the most popular plants, the bromeliad. "World of Bromeliads" is staged throughout SDBG's lush, 37-acre campus, featuring displays in the state-of-the-art, 8,000 square foot, glass-enclosed Dickinson Family Education Conservatory (DFEC) that opened last year as a $6.5 million tropical addition to the urban oasis. Aug. 14 - Sept. 26, 2021 Wednesday - Sunday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. "I love bromeliads because of their diversity, in fact there are 3,590 known species of bromeliads, almost all native to the Americas," said SDBG President and CEO, Ari Novy, PhD. "They include the tiny but mighty Spanish moss, towering beauties such as sapphire tower, gorgeous houseplants and delicious pineapple. Bromeliads exemplify how plants evolve to achieve success, while simultaneously delighting all of our senses."The main, must-see features of the "World of Bromeliads" include interactive displays, such as a station where visitors use microscopes to see the biodiversity of organisms living in bromeliad water tanks. On weekends, visitors can shop for unusual and unique plants at our grower direct market and learn how to care for their purchase. Entrance to "World of Bromeliads" is included with the price of admission. Members receive free admission. Non-member admissions range from $10 to $18. SDBG provides free entry to members of other gardens participating in the American Horticultural Society's Reciprocal Admissions Program. San Diego Botanic Garden - 300 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024 SDBG presents the exhibit's diverse assortment of bromeliads in partnership with three local nurseries – Bird Rock Tropicals, Olive Hill Greenhouses, and Sunlet Nursery – as well as the private collections of 20 members of San Diego Bromeliad Society. The Garden's Creative Director, René van Rems, AIFD, leads the design of the show's displays.

The Summer Sunset Live Music Series features local artists set to perform on the rooftop lounge, where patrons can enjoy the live music, cocktails and sunset views over the San Diego Bay. The performances are open to the public and each highlight a corresponding beverage partner to activate exciting giveaways and prizes. 6/25 - Clinton Davis On Saturday, June 25 traditional fingerstyle guitarist Clinton Davis will perform at Layover, the outdoor rooftop lounge and bar located on top of the InterContinental Hotel San Diego. An evening sponsored by Balcones Bourbon, guests can enjoy whiskey-centric cocktail specials and participate in complimentary giveaways from Balcones Distilling, while enjoying the sweet sounds of old-time folk from a fifth-generation Kentuckian. The event will run from 5pm until 8pm, prime time for guests to admire the sweeping sunset bay views, and is open to the public. 7/9 - TikiTronic On Saturday, July 9 Tiki-style 80s cover band TikiTronic will perform at Layover, the outdoor rooftop lounge and bar located on top of the InterContinental Hotel San Diego. An evening sponsored by Cutwater Rum, guests can enjoy tropical rum-centric cocktail specials and participate in complimentary giveaways of tiki mugs, sunglasses and more, while enjoying the sweet sounds of groovy, tropical old school hits. The event will run from 5pm until 8pm, prime time for guests to admire the sweeping sunset bay views, and is open to the public. 7/23 - Bruno Serrano Trio and Monette Marino On Saturday, July 23 Bruno Serrano Trio and world percussionist Monette Marino will perform at Layover, the outdoor rooftop lounge and bar located on top of the InterContinental Hotel San Diego. An evening sponsored by SouthNorte Brewing and Volcan Tequila, guests can sip on SouthNorte beer and Volcan Tequila drink specials, as well as participate in complimentary giveaways including prizes like giveaway hats and sunglasses. The event will run from 5pm until 8pm, prime time for guests to admire the sweeping sunset bay views, and is open to the public.

This weekend in the arts: cool art to show the kids with Kids Free month, Moxie's "The Mineola Twins," classical ballet and more.

Homegrown Anti-Prom is the queer, experimental, and multi-generational prom that was never possible in school– here just in time for pride month. Doubling as an experimental electronic concert, the event features live performances by Tijuana-based electronic artist Surcarilita, and experimental producer Colloboh (Collins Oboh), alongside DJ sets by Maalbea, Onu Blu, and Victor Castañeda H. Visuals provided by VJ blunt diop (filmmaker and video artist kelechi agwuncha) and film installation by 2022 Sundance fellow Fox Maxy. The theme is “under the sea, into the sky”– prom-goers are encouraged to wear their weirdest and campiest interpretations of retrofuturist aliens, pirates, voyagers and planet jumpers. The event is a fundraiser for Homegrown Youth Collaborative, a cross-border and intergenerational collective growing an alternative space to learn, create, and imagine outside of the traditional education system in the San Diego and Tijuana borderlands. Please email admin@homegrownyouthcollab.com for any questions or concerns.

Supporters of the San Pasqual Academy in Escondido are calling on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors to help the school for foster youth stay open. Plus, artificial tide pools may help keep rising sea levels from flooding the land around San Diego Bay. And our weekend arts picks: City Ballet, Philipp Scholz Rittermann, a dance film reflection on a year of closures and the acoustic rock of Grampadrew.

This weekend in the arts: Mahler, Ravel and Moya at The Shell, 'Shutter Sisters' opens at The Old Globe, eclectic outdoor music and more.

The first retrospective to display Robinson's work after her 2015 death, Raggin' On at the Columbus Museum of Art celebrates the grandeur of simple objects and everyday tasks.

Aussie singer Vance Joy is coming to San Diego for his brand new In Our Own Sweet Time Tour! Australian indie folk singer/songwriter Vance Joy began his career playing the open-mic scene while completing his law degree. Finding success in the music industry, Joy decided to put law on hold and pursue a music career instead. Born James Keogh, Joy recorded his first EP, "God Loves You When You're Dancing," which was highlighted by the career-establishing single, "Riptide." The overwhelmingly popular track earned Joy the top spot on the 2013 Triple J Hottest 100, beating out artists like Lorde. Joy's other singles, which include "Mess is Mine," "Georgia," "Fire and the Flood," "Lay It On Me," "I'm With You," "Saturday Sun," and many many more, have been streamed more than 3.2 billion times. In 2021, Joy announced a 2022 tour for what he's calling The Long Way Home Tour. See him live at Soma on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 8 p.m.