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A celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Central Library Concert Series and the 25th anniversary of UC San Diego Library's Toy Piano Festival! For 25 years, UC San Diego Library’s Exhibits and Events Coordinator Scott Paulson has hosted the Toy Piano Festival, which pays homage to UC San Diego’s history with the adorable instrument. This special performance in the Neil Morgan Auditorium will feature Kay Etheridge, Kenneth Herman, Christian Hertzog, Scott Paulson, Barbara Scheidker, and special guest Sue Palmer, known as “The Queen of Boogie-Woogie.” To celebrate this milestone event, the Central Library also has a selection of toy pianos from UC San Diego Library's collection on exhibit on the 8th floor throughout the month of September, paired with fun facts and timelines about this versatile instrument! Want a double dose of toy pianos? A second performance will be hosted on the UC San Diego campus at the Geisel Library on Tuesday, September 30. San Diego Public Library on Instagram San Diego Central Library on Facebook

This erotic thriller murder mystery series on Netflix is silly, raunchy and high drama. But if it's up your alley, you might find it a pretty well-executed bit of summer entertainment.

The Bill Charlap Trio is celebrated as one of the leading ensembles in jazz today. Known for their sophisticated interpretations of the American popular songbook and jazz standards, their performances are often highlighted by Charlap’s elegant and nuanced piano playing, Peter Washington’s solid and melodic bass lines, and Kenny Washington’s sensitive and swinging drumming. A notable performance aspect is their deep musical rapport and intuitive interplay, honed over decades of collaboration. Their latest recording, "And Then Again," released in 2024 on Blue Note Records, was captured live at the Village Vanguard and showcases their continued evolution with inspired renditions of classics and compositions by jazz masters like Kenny Barron. The Bill Charlap Trio has received multiple GRAMMY Award nominations for albums such as "Somewhere: The Songs of Leonard Bernstein" and "The Bill Charlap Trio: Live at the Village Vanguard." Additionally, Charlap himself won a GRAMMY in 2016 for his collaboration with Tony Bennett on "The Silver Lining: The Songs of Jerome Kern," which featured the trio. Bill Charlap on Facebook / Instagram

As Gov. Gavin Newsom turns his attention to national politics, it’s difficult to evaluate what effect his extracurricular activities have had on his work, because the governor’s office has not made his full schedule available all year.

Come celebrate the start of Project [BLANK]’s seventh season at ICA San Diego, with a fierce lineup of local female performers presenting work in dialogue with the museum’s "NextGen 2025" exhibition of emerging voices. The evening features performance artist Allison Beaudry’s absurdist body-challenging works, violist Amy Cimini’s adventurous sound worlds, and vocalist Mariana Flores Bucio’s bold new explorations in voice. Join us for an evening of art, music, and community as we raise a glass to San Diego’s fearless creative spirit and kick off our bitchin’ new season. Visit: https://www.projectblanksd.org/season-launch Project [BLANK] on Facebook / Instagram

Sept. 26, 1 p.m. Little Italy told in pictures and story by Dr. Tom Cesarini Join us for a lively exploration of San Diego’s Little Italy, a lively immigrant enclave that flourished along the waterfront in the early 1900s. We will hear the origins, traditions and evolution into the chic urban neighborhood it is today. Sept. 26, 2:30 p.m. Emergency Preparedness at MCC with Val Warner-Saadat, MCC Police Chief Review of training protocols and exercises conducted by the MCC Police Department to better serve those attending each campus within our District. To join a Zoom meeting, LIFE must have your email address in order for you to receive the invite link. Meetings will start at 12:45 p.m. (you can join 15 minutes earlier) and the speaker will start at 1 p.m. Email: life.miracosta@gmail.com Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html

You're invited every Friday for two free talks in person or on zoom. September 19 1 p.m. Reporting on the Burrowing Owls of Imperial County: Kori Suzuki, Staff Reporter KPBS, San Diego’s NPR and PBS Stations The Imperial Valley has become an unlikely refuge for California’s burrowing owls, which are vanishing across the rest of the state. Now, state wildlife authorities are weighing declaring the tiny birds an endangered species. 2:30 p.m. The Floral Industry: Mike Mellano Mike Mellano will talk about 100 years of his family’s history, dedication, and innovation in the flower industry in Southern California. He will also talk about the current cut flower industry and how it is evolving. To join a Zoom meeting, LIFE must have your email address in order for you to receive the invite link. Meetings will start at 12:45 pm (you can join 15 minutes earlier) and the speaker will start at 1 p.m. Email: life.miracosta@gmail.com 30 min. snack break between speakers. Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html

Join us for our Chapter Committees Showcase and Volunteer Expo! This will be an informal event where our committees showcase their projects and programs, events planned and sponsored, and other partner organizations they work with. See beautiful photos, watch interesting demonstrations, view motivating informational materials, talk with friendly committee members, and sign up to volunteer. You may also hear some brief talks that describe the work of a committee in more detail. Bring your friends and neighbors to learn about native plants and all the important benefits they provide. California Native Plant Society, San Diego Chapter on Facebook / Instagram

Come learn about the ongoing impacts of pollution in the Tijuana River estuary and neighboring communities and share your perspective. We’re partnering with community organizations dedicated to serving and protecting South Bay neighborhoods. Hear from inewsource environmental reporter Philip Salata and experts on the issue. Learn about opportunities to volunteer and/or support organizations. A nature walk will start at 12:30 p.m. Admission is free and includes 1 free drink ticket. inewsource on Facebook / Instagram

May the Fourth be with you at this one-day-only galactic celebration in the heart of San Marcos. North City is joining forces with local businesses and Craft Collective—a San Diego–based nonprofit dedicated to hands-on arts programming—to host a family-friendly event filled with pop culture, creativity, and community connection. Rumors suggest that emissaries from a well-organized galactic force will also be stopping by. This all-ages event blends hands-on fun with a bit of cosmic flair—perfect for families, fans, and curious adventurers alike. Expect surprise appearances from a galaxy far, far away, interactive inflatables and games, and themed food and drinks from North City restaurants. Kids can get creative at the Padawan Crafting Academy, where they’ll build lightsabers and fold origami droids under the guidance of Craft Collective (suggested donation). Adventurers can also take on the Jedi Training Grounds, featuring a bounce house and interactive space-themed games. The North City Cantina will feature galactic-inspired menu items, and guests can pick up a Galactic Passport to collect stamps from participating businesses and enter to win raffle prizes. Costumes are encouraged. The event is free and open to all ages. More information is available at www.northcity.com. About North City: North City is for everyone, every day. The vibrant community offers a curated collection of housing, shopping, dining, offices, public art, family entertainment, community events, and everything in between. Come visit and enjoy a diverse retail mix, including A lo Fresco, Buona Forchetta, Copa Vida, Draft Republic, J Brix Wines, Maya’s Cookies, Mesa Rim, Milonga Empanadas, Umami Japanese, Union CoWork, Wynston’s Ice Cream, the weekly San Marcos Farmers Market, and more coming soon. Stay updated on what’s new at www.northcity.com or connect on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.