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"Fat," "ugly" and "horsey face" will remain in Roald Dahl's children's books in the U.K. after all. After a fierce backlash to proposed changes, Dahl's U.K. publisher announced a "classic collection."

The "Pleasure of Your Company" music series sponsored by Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library welcomes back the Grossmont Symphony Woodwind Quintet on Sunday, June 12, at 2:30 p.m. performing works from their varied repertoire of chamber music, light classics and popular pieces. Ensemble members include Kay Van Tassel, flute; Mike Gaby, oboe; Bob Barnhart, clarinet; Arnold Barron, bassoon; and Buddy Gibbs, French horn, all principal members of the Grossmont Symphony Orchestra’s woodwind section. Come enjoy chamber music at its best in the intimate setting of the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center. There is no charge for the concert, although donations are appreciated. In view of the current public health situation, masks will be required for all in attendance, and the number of attendees will be limited. Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center is located at 10301 Scripps Lake Drive near Miramar Lake. Overflow parking is available on Meanley Drive off Scripps Ranch Blvd. Call (858) 538-8158 or visit www.srfol.org for more information.

Join us for our jazz concert in June, featuring flutist and pianist Lori Bell. Bell plays with confidence and taste, with a proclivity toward the more subtle means of emotional expression. Lori Bell will be performing live along with pianist Josh Nelson, jazz bassist and composer Rob Thorsen, and percussionist Tyler Kreutel, promising a wonderful night full of music and entertainment for the whole family. Date | Friday, June 24 from 8 p.m. to 9:15 p.m., reception at 7 p.m. Location | La Jolla Community Center Get tickets here! Member Pre-purchase: $22 Non-member pre-purchase: $25 At-the-Door purchase: $30 For more information, please visit ljcommunitycenter.org/ffjs or call (858) 459-3728.

Canceled Dec. 11 due to weather advisory The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights is a time-honored holiday tradition brought to San Diego by the boating community. Continuing its long-standing San Diego tradition, the 52nd annual parade promises to dazzle and entertain bayfront crowds during 2 evenings on Dec. 11 and Dec. 18, 2022. Participants in this year’s highly anticipated holiday boat parade will decorate their boats to fit this year’s theme. The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights brings more than 100,000 San Diego residents and visitors to the shores of San Diego Bay each year. The procession of approximately 80 lavishly decorated boats has become one of the most iconic events in the region. There is no cost to view the parade. This year, for the 6th time, the parade will proceed to the pier at Cesar Chavez Park before making the turn to Coronado, giving spectators another area to view the parade. The procession will start at 5:30 p.m. and will follow the predetermined parade route. The parade takes approximately one hour to one and a half hours to pass any given point along the parade route. The approximate arrival time of the parade at various locations are: Shelter Island (start of parade) 5:30 p.m. Harbor Island: 6 p.m. The Embarcadero: 6:30 p.m. Seaport Village: 7 p.m. The Pier at Cesar Chavez Park: 7:15 p.m. Ferry Landing on Coronado: 7:30 p.m.

Memphis authorities released body camera footage depicting the 29-year-old's killing on Friday. Demonstrations unfold in cities across the U.S.

Josh Groban, Michael Cerveris, Norm Lewis and Len Cariou all agree: It's exhausting playing a murderous sociopath, while dealing with stage blood, a mechanical barber chair and singing complex music.

The latest NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist survey finds the economy is still top of mind for Americans — and that both parties are vulnerable on different issues.

Presented by Canyon Crest Academy's Envision Dance day classes on Dec. 2nd and 3rd, "Resilience" celebrates the human gifts of perseverance, creative expression, and community. "Resilience" is directed by Zaquia Mahler Salinas and features choreography by CCA Envision Dance faculty, as well as guest artists Guillermo Castro, Marty Dorado, and Nikki Dunnan. Dates: Dec. 2-3, 2021 Times: 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Location: Canyon Crest Academy Proscenium Theater Cost: $8-$15 For more information and ticket purchases please visit HERE!

Linda Reddish was nervous about breastfeeding her newborn baby while on a flight, but she was put to ease by a pediatric nurse who looked out for Reddish on both her outgoing and returning trips.

Seven astronauts died when the Space Shuttle Columbia disintegrated upon reentry on Feb. 1, 2003. NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy looks back on the tragedy and how it shaped the agency.