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North City is back with their free outdoor concert series North City LIVE, where live music, great food, and warm summer nights come together on September 6 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Music by Eras will be performing Chic Bum Buffet, bringing the mellow magic of 70s yacht rock and the tropical twang of laid-back beach country. The evening will include era-inspired decor, games, and a lively dance area, with attendees encouraged to dress the part and bring a lawn chair, dancing shoes and a vacation state of mind. In addition to this, date nighters, families, and groups of friends are invited to arrive early to explore North City’s walkable streets, colorful public spaces, eye-catching artwork, and a lineup of local eateries like A Lo Fresco, Buona Forchetta, Maya’s Cookies, Wynston’s Ice Cream, Milonga Empanadas, Draft Republic, and more. For more information, visit https://www.northcity.com/ or follow North City on Instagram.

The Blazing Laptops Write-a-thon is THE big annual fundraiser for San Diego Writers, Ink (SDWI). On June 22, 2025, writers will write in person at Lestat’s Hillcrest from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Writers seek pledges from sponsors to help raise money for San Diego’s favorite literary arts organization. We provide the space and writing prompts for those who want them. All of our participants write the day away! Additionally, incentives and prizes are given for people who raise the most money for SDWI. Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/all-programs/blazing-laptops/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

Merriment and mayhem come to life in Shakespeare's uproarious comedy, last produced at The Old Globe in 2015. Immediately after arriving in a new town, a young man and his sidekick are mistaken for their own long-lost twins, and everyone's lives are turned upside down as mistaken identities, confused lovers, and all kinds of shenanigans ensue. Globe Resident Artist James Vásquez makes his triumphant return to the Summer Shakespeare Festival after directing 2023's knockout comic hit "The Merry Wives of Windsor." Get Tickets The Old Globe on Instagram and Facebook

CANCELLED Rum is having its moment — and this dinner is proof. Chandler’s and Club Kokomo Spirits (founded by Beach Boys co-founder, Mike Love) invite you to escape to the islands for one unforgettable evening of four chef-driven courses paired with award-winning rums. Crafted right here in San Diego, Club Kokomo’s artisanal spirits have garnered international acclaim. Paired with Chef Tommy Elg’s Caribbean-inspired menu, this dining experience promises bold flavors, coastal breezes, and an oceanfront sunset you won’t forget. Chandler's Restaurant on Instagram and Facebook

Big Mother is asking you to please join her in supporting local immigrant families directly affected by immigration enforcement by visiting the Artists in Solidarity Auction, running from 8/23/25 at 5 p.m. to 9/6/25 at 11 p.m. (PST). Hosting over 50 artists, the auction is fully online, bidding is silent, and the roster is deep. Visit: https://artistssolidarity.betterworld.org/auctions/sixth-annual-auction

Ahoy, matey! The nautical-clad “Titans of Soft Rock,” Yachtley Crew, will be dropping anchor in San Diego this July to launch ArtPower’s summer season. For the uninitiated, Yacht Rock is a revival of the smooth soft rock and Top 40 hits from the late ’70s to early ’80s—now a nationwide sensation. Fans don captain’s hats and nautical attire, singing along to the era’s breezy, feel-good tunes. Yachtley Crew first made waves in 2017, selling out countless Southern California venues before igniting a nationwide Yacht Rock craze. Their success caught the attention of the legendary Jimmy Buffett, who signed them to his Mailboat label before their recent deal with Earache/Universal Records. Yachtley Crew on Instagram / Youtube

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed five laws advancing reparations for the descendants of enslaved people in California, but he vetoed five others. It’s a mixed record two years after the California Reparations Task Force issued its seminal report.

Stream with KPBS+ / Watch Monday, Sept. 8, 2025 beginning at 9 p.m. - Friday, Sept. 12 at 11 p.m. KPBS Classics from the Vault brings back unforgettable documentaries alongside current local fan favorites. It’s a chance to revisit stories that helped shape KPBS and celebrate our legacy of local storytelling.

Political stability is the bedrock of a healthy economy. The United States is inarguably struggling with both. Daniel Enemark, chief economist at the San Diego Regional Policy & Innovation Center, spoke with KPBS about the economic forecast for San Diego and the country.

A passion project from co-writer and star Ariella Mastroianni, "Gazer" is a grungy neo-noir thriller featuring an unreliable narrator and a distinctive '70s-inspired style.