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Pea-size clusters of human cells called brain organoids inspire both hope and fear. Experts are debating how scientists can responsibly use these bits of gray matter.

Jon Batiste is a five-time Grammy® Award-winning and Academy Award-winning singer, songwriter and composer. Batiste released his eighth studio album, "Beethoven Blues (Batiste Piano Series, Vol. 1)," in November 2024 via Verve Records/Interscope. Marking the first installment in his new solo piano series, the project showcases Batiste’s interpolations of some of Beethoven’s most iconic works, reimagined through an expansive lens. These reimagined classics embody the indomitable spirit of the blues, and – true to Batiste’s “message of open-armed inclusivity” (New York Times) – embrace a broad genre spectrum. "Beethoven Blues (Batiste Piano Series, Vol. 1)" follows "World Music Radio" (released August 2023 via Verve), which draws inspiration from Batiste’s mission to create community and expand culture with the power of music. Featuring collaborators including Jon Bellion, Lana Del Rey, Lil’ Wayne and more, the album received positive reviews from critics who praised the project for its universal message and genre-defying sound. Hailed by NPR as “a sprawling exploration of what global music can sound like,” the album received a total of five Grammy® nominations, including "Album of the Year." Batiste kicked off his first-ever headlining tour, "Uneasy Tour: Purifying the Airwaves for the People," the following year. Batiste’s innovative score is featured in Jason Reitman’s Saturday Night, which was released in theaters in October 2024. Please note: This is a rental event of The Rady Shell, presented by AEG/Goldenvoice. The San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this concert. Jon Batiste on Facebook / Instagram

Crafted by Claire and Tyler, The Holiday Series launches Friday, November 28 and makes a thoughtful gift for home bakers, dessert lovers, and anyone assembling a holiday dessert table. The series is available in all Salt & Straw shops and for national shipping, and features ice cream interpretations of two beloved Claire recipes: Pineapple Upside-Down Cake — a holiday twist on à la mode, with chunks of pineapple cake folded into sweet-cream ice cream and drizzled with gooey rum butterscotch Chewy Molasses Cookies with Rum Caramel — salted vanilla ice cream ribboned with rum-spiked caramel and packed with crushed molasses cookie Rounding out the pack are new and returning flavors from Tyler: Peppermint Cocoa with Crushed Candy Canes Almond Brittle with Salted Ganache The Great Cookie Swap Salt & Straw will also be running several promotions throughout December, kicking off with their Cyber Week promotions (12/1–12/5) – $10 credit towards shipping from any online pint or subscription purchase and $10 giftcard for any $40+ Order Head purchase. For the Winter Solstice on December 21, all scoop shops will be running a “Make It A Double” upgrade for single scoops, eligible for anyone who mentions the promo when ordering. In case you’re looking for other gifting ideas or shippable foods for the season, we also wanted to share some of Salt & Straw’s additional holiday-ready offerings: Almond Brittle Cake ($79): Serving up to 20 people, the five layer ice cream cake reinterprets Salt & Straw’s beloved Almond Brittle ice cream flavor, which was inspired by Tyler’s grandmother. The Tacolate ($65 for 6): The viral chocolate-covered ice cream taco (Salt & Straw × Taco Bell) is now fully giftable — cinnamon-ancho ice cream in hand-pressed waffle shells, dipped in single-origin chocolate and studded with toasted quinoa Pints Club Subscriptions (starting at $229): Three-, six-, or 12-month subscriptions featuring five-packs of best-sellers, limited-edition flavors, or plant-based options Cookbook — America’s Most Iconic Ice Creams ($28): Tyler’s newly released book, filled with never-before-seen Salt & Straw test-kitchen recipes Locations: Westfield UTC: 4575 La Jolla Village Dr #1150, San Diego, CA 92122 One Paseo: 3705 Caminito Ct Suite 0580, San Diego, CA 92130 Little Italy: 1670 India Street

Celebrate Thanksgiving in style at the new Bonne Vie Brasserie & Bar inside The Westgate Hotel. Gather your favorite people for an elegant à la carte feast featuring a free-range turkey breast with sage gravy, haricot vert, and ginger-cranberry sauce - plus the full Bonne Vie dinner menu of seasonal entrées, sides, and desserts. Raise a glass to gratitude and good taste in one of San Diego’s most charming new dining rooms. Visit: https://www.westgatehotel.com/event/thanksgiving-dinner/ The Westgate Hotel on Instagram and Facebook

First, Proposition 50 has passed and been approved in San Diego County. Then, Poway Councilman Tony Blain resigned just one day after the vote to recall him . Then, after months of discussion a biofuel depot project in National City was struck down. Next, we spoke with the granddaughter of the Mary’s Donuts founder about her grandmother’s legacy. Finally, a preview of the San Diego Asian Film Festival.

NPR Veterans Correspondent Quil Lawrence interviewed Dave Carlson over 10 years, as the Iraq war vet went from war to incarceration to redemption on his long journey home.

Mission Valley invites the community to experience “Something Wicked” – a family-friendly celebration of the highly anticipated premiere of “Wicked: For Good!” taking place Friday, November 21, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the AMC Court. Guests can enjoy photo moments with Elphaba and Glinda and a live performance by Trinity Theatre Company, then stop by the Trinity Theatre booth to meet the talented cast and learn about upcoming shows. Music by DJ Sass and whimsical entertainment from the Bubble Pirate will keep the fun going throughout the event. The first 100 guests can create free pink and green slime at Slime Kitchen, with additional themed slime available for purchase. Visitors can stop by the Princess Project booth to support local teens through dress donations and volunteer opportunities, helping provide prom dresses and accessories to those who might not otherwise have them. They can also try their luck at the Plinko board for a chance to win “Wicked”-themed prizes from retailers. It’s a magical evening of creativity, music and community connection. As part of the celebration, Mission Valley encourages guests to share the warmth by donating new or gently worn coats to the ongoing One Warm Coat drive, benefiting local families in need this season. The Something Wicked event is free and open to the public; no pre-registration is required.

The court appeared ready to invalidate laws in some two dozen states that bar therapists from practicing a version of therapy that seeks to change a teenager's sexual orientation or gender identity.

“One of the most exciting violinists of his generation” — The New York Times “Francesco Piemontesi is one of the finest of young pianists and deserves to be fully recognised as such” — Classical Explorer Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/hadelich-piemontesi/ La Jolla Music Society on Facebook / Instagram

STAR LINE recasts the affable indie rapper as something sharper-eged — a skeptic of the state and champion of the collective, who is ready to scrap if necessary.