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Fresh. Fiery. For All. Kick off the countdown to the San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival (SDTJ Jazz) with a high energy pre-party at Quartyard! Join us this August as we welcome Charlie Chavez y su Afrotruko, blending Afro-Caribbean rhythms, jazz, and Latin soul. This pre-party sets the stage for the second annual SDTJ Jazz Festival, happening October 2–5, 2025. Join us as we celebrate our region’s binational jazz history with a festival that channels a cultural legacy reaching back 100 years. This year’s program brings together international, national, and regional artists performing across three unique venues in San Diego and Tijuana. San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival on Facebook / Instagram

California over the past dozen years enacted a series of criminal justice laws that were meant to give more people an opportunity to be resentenced and thin out the state’s severely overcrowded prisons.

Assata Shakur, a Black liberation activist who was given political asylum in Cuba after her 1979 escape from a U.S. prison, has died. Officials in New Jersey, where Shakur had been arrested, convicted and imprisoned, said she was 78.

Join us for our Walter J. and Betty C. Zable Foundation Performing and Fines Arts Center Anniversary Weekend! Live music, family events (that's you mom!), cafe specials and more will be happening all around our Campus. Stay tuned for more information. Visit: https://www.campusoflife.org/ TERI Campus of Life on Instagram and Facebook

DISCO RIOT will present our latest rendition of our Choreo & ___ program… Choreo & RECESS! Choreo & ___ is a performance plus an activity that allows for people to engage in something physical between short dance performances. This iteration features our (R)evolution Artist Interns as they present site-informed dance work outdoors — exploring themes around bounce, jump, play, games, challenge, and storytelling. During the event, the audience will have the opportunity to engage in family-friendly hands-on activities & games aimed to foster real-time connection with each other. This includes nostalgic playtime activities like jump rope contests, hopscotch and sidewalk chalk art, four square tournaments, and more! Visit: 'DISCO RIOT' presents ... 'Choreo & RECESS' DISCO RIOT on Instagram and Facebook

The major broadcasting groups said in statements the late-night talk show will return to their TV stations on Friday.

Join '90s alternative rock party band Gritty Cindy for the COMICON San Diego 2025 "Come As You Are" After Party. Costumes are great, casual is great, flannel is BEST. But as Nirvana said "Come As You Are!" Want to create your own unique IG reel moment? Sign up to grab the mic and sing your favorite '90s songs live with the band! No badge required and great food available until 11 p.m. Show up early or message Gritty Cindy at https://www.instagram.com/grittycindy/ to register! It's free!

You are invited you to be a part of the Awesomest Pop Culture and Fandom Convention - the SIXTH Annual Fangaea! Meet up with your posse and make new friends at the Fangaea family friendly fandom festivities! Sci fi, steampunk, comics, cosplay, art, video games, escape room, vendors, martial arts, virtual reality, and much more! We have something for everyone - Fangaea is where Fandoms join forces for fun! Do not miss this return event of what will be the most exciting fandom event of the spring! Taking place Saturday, April 12 and 13, 2025 at the Handlery Hotel in Mission Valley, San Diego, expect an extraordinary experience featuring a plethora of panels ranging from breaking into industry and hands on DIY, to a special cerebral line up of panel discussions. There will be gaming, tournaments, cosplay fashion shows, musicians, vendors, unique apparel, fandom merchandise, virtual reality, pirates, and other special surprises! Stay tuned as we share more fun - keep checking back at www.fangaea.us and www.facebook.com/fangaeacon LIMITED EARLY-BIRD TICKETS AVAILABLE. Kids 8 and under are FREE! PRE-REGISTRATION (through this eventbrite site): Early General Admission Single Day Saturday Ticket - $20 General Admission Single Day Saturday Ticket - $25 Early General Admission Single Day Sunday Ticket - $15 General Admission Single Day Sunday Ticket - $20 Early General Admission Weekend Ticket - $30 General Admission Weekend Ticket - $40 Kids 8 and under - Free ON-SITE PRICING (at the door): General Admission Saturday Ticket (on site, day of price) - $30 General Admission Sunday Ticket (on site, day of price) - $25 Kids 8 and under - Free DISCOUNT CODES ARE NOT VALID ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT.

A literary celebration is coming to San Diego. More than 40 award-winning authors are participating in interactive panel sessions and book signings at the inaugural San Diego Book Festival taking place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, 10am - 4pm, on the University of San Diego campus.

On April 18 and 19, the California Center for the Arts, Escondido (CCAE) invites the community to witness the mesmerizing art of live glassblowing in the Cal Club Courtyard. This two-day demonstration, led by renowned glass artist James Stone of Stone & Glass, will showcase the precision, artistry, and transformative beauty of molten glass in motion. As part of Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month, this event is more than just a demonstration—it’s a celebration of community, accessibility, and artistic exploration. Guests will have the opportunity to engage with six talented glass artists, including 55Acre Project, each displaying and selling their handcrafted works. This interactive experience provides a rare glimpse into an ancient art form while fostering a deeper appreciation for creativity in all its forms. Hot Glass, Cold Beer: A Fundraiser for the Arts In the spirit of community support and cultural engagement, we are excited to host “Hot Glass, Cold Beer,” a special fundraising initiative benefiting the CCAE Foundation. James Stone and participating artists will generously donate hand-blown glass cups, which will be given away with a complimentary drink ticket in exchange for a $25 donation. This initiative not only raises vital funds for arts programming but also offers guests a one-of-a-kind keepsake—an artistic reminder of the power of creativity. Visit: https://artcenter.org/event/live-glassblowing-at-the-ccae-a-dazzling-celebration-of-art-community-creativity-2/ California Center for the Arts on Instagram and Facebook