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The Grammy Award-winning singer and musician had rigorous classical training. Now she's making music that crosses genres: "I've been inspired by Golden Age films, the va-va-voom of it all," she says.

The series concludes on June 21 with the return of the Melissa Aldana Quartet, with Aldana on tenor sax, Fabian Almazan on piano, Pablo Menares on bass, and Kush Abadey on drums. Aldana’s last Athenaeum performance was in March 2020, when she played music from her album "Visions" for Frida Kahlo, which earned her a first-ever GRAMMY nomination for Best Improvised Jazz Solo. Her program this June will feature music from her 2024 release on Blue Note Records, Echoes of the Inner Prophet. A native of Chile, Aldana moved to the United States to attend Berklee College of Music. In 2013, at age 24, she became the first female instrumentalist and the first South American musician to win the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Saxophone Competition. Her latest album explores a fascinating paradox. As Aldana explains, it reflects her “personal journey, with an especially introspective point of view. The inner prophet is my own self, now older, who has the knowledge and the intuition and the truth about what my path should be. So, it’s this idea of connecting with that inner prophet,” she continues, “which reveals things about myself, including those things I don’t like.” At the same time, this deeply intimate, searching project is a celebration of collaboration and community. It documents the evolution of her quartet, capturing the collective insight they’ve garnered after extensive touring and travel, and arguing for their place among the most incisive working groups in jazz today. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/jazz-25-0621 Melissa Aldana on Instagram and Facebook

Monday–Saturday (no class Friday), 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. June 30–July 5 (no class July 4) (5 days, 15 total hours of instruction) La Jolla Studio Come shape your imagination into reality! This exciting camp is designed for teen artists eager to explore the world of sculpture, from conceptual design to hands-on construction. Over the course of the camp, teens will experiment with various materials and techniques, developing their skills while creating unique 3D artwork. Whether you're new to sculpture or looking to refine your abilities, this camp offers a fun and inspiring environment to learn, grow, and bring your artistic visions to life! Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/class/summer-6 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Four new exhibitions at Mingei International Museum celebrate multicultural folk art, craft, and design. "Fashioning an Icon" explores the Virgin of Guadalupe’s endurance as an iconic cultural symbol fashioned through creative expression. On View: April 5 - Sept. 7, 2025 "Student Craft 2025" highlights local high school student work on the theme: What makes an icon? On View: April 5 - Aug. 17, 2025 "Historic Footprints" recontextualizes Native American ledger drawings, presenting both historic works as well as contemporary ledger drawings by numerous artists. On View: April 12 - Aug. 17, 2025 "Across the Spooniverse" presents over 100 spoons from across the globe. On View: April 12 - Aug. 17, 2025 Visit: https://mingei.org/exhibitions Museum Hours: Closed Monday. Open Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. + Friday from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

"Prince – Sign O’ The Times” is widely celebrated for capturing the artist at his creative peak—blending electrifying concert footage with cinematic storytelling, powerful visuals, and genre-defying sound. Now, enhanced with IMAX’s precision surround sound audio, customized theatre geometry, and crystal-clear images, Prince’s virtuouso performance is set to mesmerize fans old and new in the most epic format available. “ "Prince – Sign O’ The Times” features some of Prince’s most iconic tracks, including “If I Was Your Girlfriend,” the anthemic title track “Sign O’ The Times,” and “U Got The Look,” Prince’s smash hit duet with Sheena Easton. The film showcases Prince’s unparalleled musicianship, stagecraft, and style, highlighting his timeless impact on music and popular culture. August 29 Runtime: 85 Minutes Rated: PG-13 CHECK EACH LOCATION FOR FILM SCHEDULES Locations: AMC Plaza Bonita 14 & IMAX: 3050 Plaza Bonita Road, National City, CA, 91950 / 7:15 p.m. AMC Palm Promenade 24 & IMAX: 770 Dennery Road, San Diego, CA, 92154 / 7:15 p.m. Regal Parkway Plaza & IMAX: 405 Parkway Plaza, El Cajon, CA, 92020 / 9 p.m. Regal Edwards Mira Mesa & IMAX: 10733 Westview Parkway, San Diego, CA, 92126 / 7:30 p.m. Regal Escondido & IMAX: 350 W. Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA, 92025 / 7 p.m. Regal Edwards Temecula & IMAX: 40750 Winchester Road, Temecula, CA 92591 / 7:40 p.m. IMAX Official Channels: Facebook /Instagram / X #IMAX Prince Official Channels: Facebook / Instagram /X #PrinceSignOTheTimes

Yiddish with Der Forverts: Intermediate Reading & Translation Course Join us for a 6-week online course designed for intermediate Yiddish students. In a supportive, pressure-free environment, you'll read and translate selected articles from Der Forverts. Led fully in Yiddish by Dr. Tetyana Yakovleva, this course helps expand your vocabulary and cultural fluency while deepening your connection to Yiddish-speaking communities. Date & Time: Tuesdays, October 21-November 25, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. PT Location: Zoom Early bird: $150 for 6 sessions (if paid before October 14) Student pricing available Instructor: Dr. Tetyana Yakovleva Register here: https://yiddishlandcalifornia.org/yiddish-with-forverts-class/ Special thanks to Der Forverts and Rukhl Schaechter for their support. Yiddishland California on Facebook

Zolna Yachts is launching Nerissa Sounds, an intimate live music series hosted aboard their 73-foot yacht, to celebrate the season. Created by husband-and-wife team Shari and Amos Zolna, the series is designed to feel like a “secret concert at sea,” with just 49 guests on board for each cruise. The series launches Friday, August 15, from 7 – 9 p.m., with an evening of live Latin jazz, a curated coastal dinner menu, and sunset views during the 2-hour cruise. Limited to just 49 guests, Nerissa Sounds offers a rare opportunity to experience intimate performances by local artists in an elevated setting on the water. The debut event will feature San Diego Music Awards-nominated saxophonist Charlie Arbelaez and his four-piece Latin jazz ensemble. In addition to the live music, guests will enjoy a Champagne toast, curated buffet-style dinner by chef Joann Stabile, and a full cash bar as they cruise past some of San Diego’s most iconic coastal views. Upcoming Nerissa Sounds Dates: Sunset Cruise & Jazz Party Aug. 15, 2025, 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday Brunch & Jazz Cruise, Aug. 31 from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Friday, September 12 – Evening Cruise Sunday, September 21 – Brunch Cruise Tickets are priced at $185 per person and are available at https://www.nerissasounds.com/.

A national survey of students, teachers and parents shines a light on how the AI revolution is playing out in schools – including when it comes to bullying and a community's trust in schools.

Kristina Douglass wanted to find out the truth about how past communities adapted to environmental change. Her revelatory work has earned her a MacArthur award.

Nabarun Dasgupta was recognized with a MacArthur "genius" award for work studying the deadly overdose crisis. He's also a front-line organizer, helping people survive.