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La Jolla Music Society’s SummerFest returns to The Conrad from July 26 to August 24, 2024, bringing the finest musicians in the world to La Jolla for four weeks of exciting concerts. Music Director Inon Barnatan, returning in his sixth year, has created an exciting program titled “Inside Stories.” “This year, the festival becomes an amazing, colorful canvas, bringing to life stories, emotions and the experiences that make us human, all through the power of music,” Barnatan shares. “With an incredible lineup of artists from around the world, we’re diving straight into stories that cover everything life throws at us—be it resilience, heartbreak, love, scandal, or victory.” La Jolla will host some of the finest musicians and performance artists from around the globe, including the much-anticipated debuts of the sensational vocal group VOCES8, guitarist Sean Shibe, and conductor Ludovic Morlot. We’ll also see the return of beloved artists like Augustin Hadelich, Tessa Lark, Alisa Weilerstein, Anthony McGill, Paul Watkins, and James Ehnes, among others. Following his widely acclaimed debut at SummerFest last year, British composer Thomas Adès comes back as the composer-in-residence. He’ll be premiering new works, showing off his talents as both a pianist and a conductor, and taking over The Baker-Baum Concert Hall for a special evening he has curated. SummerFest 2024 also sees the return of the Synergy Initiative, a series co-produced by Inon Barnatan and Clara Wu Tsai, investor and philanthropist, which invites top creators of music, dance, spoken word and visual arts to collaborate across their different art forms and produce performances that inspire our audiences in unexpected and powerful ways. Opening both the festival and the Synergy Series will be a performance of Stravinsky’s "The Soldier’s Tale," conducted by Thomas Adès and brought to life by stunning visuals created by The Paper Cinema, a British puppetry group who will present live manipulation of specially-created paper figures in front of a camera, projected in real-time, as well as live illustration and shadow puppetry. The Synergy Initiative also includes jazz pianist Dan Tepfer performing a mesmerizing blend of jazz improvisation with algorithmic composition, where the piano interacts with visualizations and automated responses, creating a unique, live conversation between musician and technology. Finally, building on the success of their "Counterpoint" program, the Synergy Series will pair pianist Conrad Tao with dancer Caleb Teicher for a newly commissioned evening, celebrating the dialogue between tap dance and classical music. Visit: https://theconrad.org/summerfest/ Box Office Hours: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. from Monday – Friday 858.459.3728 *Will Call opens 2 hours prior to performances La Jolla Music Society on Facebook / Instagram

Shakespeare's "The Comedy of Errors" and "Hamlet" presented by the Theatre Arts Department of Southwestern College in their FREE Southwestern Summer Shakespeare Festival. “The Comedy of Errors” by William Shakespeare, directed by Prof. Ruff Yeager: Saturday, July 22, 2 p.m. Sunday, July 23, 2 p.m. Saturday, July 29, 2 p.m. Saturday, July 30, 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5, 2 p.m. “Hamlet” by William Shakespeare, directed by Kim Strassburger: Friday, July 21, 7 p.m. Saturday, July 22, 7 p.m. Sunday, July 23, 7 p.m. Friday, July 28, 7 p.m. Saturday, July 29, 7 p.m. Sunday, July 30, 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4, 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5, 7 p.m. Aadmission is free and open to the public! Rreservation is required to be made. Southwestern College Performing Arts Center Black Box Theatre 900 Otay Lakes Rd., Chula Vista Free parking in lot "O" For more information please visit www.swctheatre.com. Related links: Southwestern College's Theatre Arts Department on Instagram

Come one, come all, Escondido’s oldest and most famous event, the Grape Day Festival, returns on Saturday, September 9th, 2023 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The festival will take place in Grape Day Park, home to the original festivals in the heart of Escondido and next to our beautiful City Hall and the California Center for the Arts. The Festival will once again celebrate the early days of Escondido, when agriculture was “King” and festival goers traveled from all across the state to see why Escondido was hailed as a great place to grow sweet grapes and a central hub of citrus and other crops. This year, the History Center is once again bringing the Grape Day Festival to life, with a focus on celebrating the traditions of Escondido’s glorious past. Robin Fox, from the Escondido History Center recalls, “Grape Day is Escondido’s one-day history lesson, as well as a fun time for the whole family. The 2023 festival is a family-friendly event, featuring old time entertainment from Swing Jazz to Bluegrass and other talented musical acts from the early 1900’s throughout the event. Across Grape Day Park will be artisans and crafters, showing how things were made back in the day, with live demonstrations of such things as spinning, weaving, corn shelling and grinding and butter making. Kids can learn old-fashioned children’s games, get their faces painted and balloons twisted. Antique farm and mining machinery as well as early-century vehicles will be on display for all to see. Take off your shoes and stomp some grapes, eat free table grapes, like they did back in the original festival, and let the kids enjoy the 4-H petting zoo and meet some exotic animals up close. Hollandia Dairy will be onsite with a cow milking display as well. Taste the local flavor and head over to the wine and beer garden to savor the area's finest local wines and craft beers, with wineries participating from all across San Diego. There is a cost for wine and beer tasting, tickets available onsite on the day of the event. Only 21 and up permitted in the wine and beer tasting area. There will also be a food court, with tasty food offerings for everyone to enjoy, from Mexican food to Barbeque. Also, enjoy ice cream, hot popcorn, roasted peanuts, shaved ice, and cold drinks while you take in the festival. Local Native American, first responder, and other community organizations will be there to showcase their contributions to the community. The Festival is free to attend, with something fun for all ages to enjoy and family friendly entertainment! Grab your sunhat and comfy shoes and join us for some old fashioned fun in Grape Day Park! Proceeds from the festival help support the Escondido History Center and the historic buildings it maintains at Grape Day Park. For more information visit: grapedayfest.com

On Thursday on Midday Edition, weekend preview is back with a conversation with "The XIXth (The Nineteenth)" playwright, Kemp Powers, who is also director of the forthcoming "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse." And, a preview of an exhibit by the De La Torre Brothers currently on view at the Institute of Contemporary Art. Plus, hip-hop artist and comedian Reggie Watts is coming to The Music Box on Saturday.

Join us for a pickleball fundraiser to raise funds for the Sherman Heights Community Center Clean Energy Resilience Project. Your donation will help the Sherman Heights Community Center save over $113,000 over the next 10 years from solar and storage! These savings will be reinvested into the center, which annually serves about 20,000 predominantly Mexican-American families facing economic hardship. Whether you're a seasoned pickleball player or a complete novice, we invite you to join us for a day of games, networking, community building and giving back. Please register by April 20, 2024. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Your ticket includes: Cruise around San Diego Bay aboard the gorgeous NERISSA yacht 60 minute intimate unplugged acoustic live music performance by Rick Brantley Meet & Greet and autograph opportunity with Rick Brantley A complimentary glass of Prosecco upon boarding Light bites available during cruise Full bar available during cruise for cash/card purchase About Rick Brantley... Hailing from the musical mecca of Macon, Georgia, and raised in the deep Southern roots of blues music, classic rock n‘ roll and the fire and brimstone hymns of his father’s Southern Baptist church, for Rick Brantley, a life making music was never really a choice. Teenage bar bands gave way to a move to Nashville, TN where he established himself as one of the most in demand young writers on Music Row, with cuts ranging from Meat Loaf to David Nail. An artist and dynamic performer as well as a songwriter, Brantley cut his teeth early and secured a well-earned reputation as a consummate “road dog” touring virtually nonstop all over the world for the next decade, opening for everyone from John Hiatt to Kiefer Sutherland to Zac Brown and Brandy Clark, as well as headlining his own shows from Ontario to Hamburg and back. Now some fifteen years into his career, Brantley has only added to his impressive portfolio, producing acclaimed records with artists like Rob Baird and Justin Halpin, among others and directing music videos in his down time. Living in Brooklyn, New York these days and expanding his musical horizons by producing and music directing Pops Symphony shows in addition to his own touring and recording, even Brantley admits it would be hard to predict his next move. Visit: https://www.theseasessions.com/buy-tickets#/event/ZNRbkvOSnAznWJzQjQgk Rick Brantley on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for an exclusive Paula Rosen Trunk Show at Isola Boutique, where luxury jewelry meets timeless craftsmanship. Explore Paula Rosen’s exquisite designs, featuring signature pieces that blend elegance with artistry, perfect for elevating any wardrobe. Dates: Friday, November 1 – Saturday, November 2 Time: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Location: Isola Boutique, Rancho Santa Fe, CA Don’t miss this rare opportunity to browse and shop a curated selection of Paula Rosen’s stunning collection. Whether you’re searching for a unique gift or a new statement piece, our team will be on hand to assist you in finding something truly special. Mark your calendar and indulge in a weekend of fine jewelry and style at Isola Boutique—your destination for elegance in the heart of Rancho Santa Fe! Visit: https://www.paularosen.com/trunk-shows-1 Isola Boutique on Instagram and Facebook

Egypt has been fighting malaria for nearly 100 years. WHO declares a country malaria-free when the disease has not been present for at least three consecutive years before the designation.

The Western will premiere at a Polish film festival next month at a screening to honor the cinematographer. Hutchins was killed in 2021 after a loaded prop gun handled by actor Alec Baldwin went off.

A concert celebratng All Saints and All Souls Days with J.S. Bach’s Komm, süßer Tod (Come, sweet death, come, blessed rest, BWV 478), an arrangement of Borodin’s Au Couvent (In the monastery), and Rutter’s Requiem. The Greater San Diego Chamber Orchestra and Chorus is directed by Dr. Angela Yeung, with featured soloists Irene Marie Patton, soprano, and Andrew Garrett, baritone. Free admission with free-will donation at the door. Donation via Venmo, Zelle, or by check can be tax deductible. Visit: A Celebration of All Saints and All Souls with Rutter's Requiem Greater San Diego Music Coterie on Facebook