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Over the past decade, artist Math Bass has developed a lexicon of symbols in the series Newz!—letters, bodily forms, architectural fragments, animals, bones—arranged in a variety of scores, each symbol an empty space of meaning, filled in by the context in which it finds itself. Repetition of these symbols, rather than codifying them into one solid signification, exposes the difference at the heart of each iteration; there is always a gap in meaning, something unnamable left out of and left over in the viewer’s reading—a jouissance. It is this gap in the symbolic where Lee Edelman states queerness lies—not as an easily categorized liberal identity but as a process of unmaking and undoing that leaves (gendered) subjectivity as we know it in question. That these symbols are familiar only heightens our unsettling; the negative space of these compositions, a major player in Bass’s practice, adds further to the gap. Visit: https://mcasd.ticketapp.org/portal/product/250/event/1cb10d96-4a87-4377-b9ba-31ee5ff70842 MCASD on Instagram and Facebook

Mission Valley, an open-air shopping center located in San Diego, California, invites the community to its “Valley Vibes” summer concert series featuring a lineup of some of the area’s most talented musicians with performances on Mondays and Wednesdays (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.) and Saturdays (3 p.m. to 6 p.m.) now through September 1st in the AMC Theatres Court. Artists include popular performers such as David Shyde, Helena Holleran, Whitney Shay, Rachel Jay, Kai Kalama, Jemille Vialet, Fredie Walton, Jesse Ray Smith, Lee Coulter, and more, each sharing their own unique styles of rock, pop, blues, contemporary, easy listening and jazz music. Retailer promos will be available during select concerts. July 28th: Jolene Cruz Visit: https://www.acousticspottalent.com/event/mission-valley-jolene-cruz-1 Jolene Cruz on Instagram

Mission Valley, an open-air shopping center located in San Diego, California, invites the community to its “Valley Vibes” summer concert series featuring a lineup of some of the area’s most talented musicians with performances on Mondays and Wednesdays (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.) and Saturdays (3 p.m. to 6 p.m.) now through September 1st in the AMC Theatres Court. Artists include popular performers such as David Shyde, Helena Holleran, Whitney Shay, Rachel Jay, Kai Kalama, Jemille Vialet, Fredie Walton, Jesse Ray Smith, Lee Coulter, and more, each sharing their own unique styles of rock, pop, blues, contemporary, easy listening and jazz music. Retailer promos will be available during select concerts. July 26th: Marelle Visit: https://www.acousticspottalent.com/event/mission-valley-marelle-2 Marelle on Instagram and Facebook

Un juez federal que la semana pasada falló que el gobierno de Trump violó la ley federal al enviar tropas de la Guardia Nacional al área metropolitana de Los Ángeles dijo el martes que no considerará por el momento una solicitud para prohibir el uso actual de 300 efectivos de la Guardia Nacional.

SDSU's 53rd Annual Pow Pow will be held on April 12, 2025. The San Diego State University Pow Wow is a cultural and social event held annually to bring together the Native American community at SDSU. SDSU has the reputation of having one of the longest-running pow-wows run by a university in California. This event is open to the public and is a partnership between the Native Resource Center, the SDSU American Indian Studies Department, the Native American Student Alliance, and the American Indian Alumni Chapter of SDSU. Saturday, April 12, 2025 at SDSU Main Campus - REC Field 103 11 a.m. - Gourd Dance - Open Session Noon - Grand Entry 1 - 6 p.m. - Dance Exhibitions & Honorings 6 p.m. - Bird Singing 8 p.m. - Approximate End The pow wow includes dance contests, cultural displays, arts and craft booths, food vendors, and various informational booths. There will be a Master of Ceremonies and Arena Director who help run the event. The MC works with the Arena Director to keep the pow wow program organized and running smoothly. The SDSU pow wow kicks off with Kumeyaay Bird singers followed by the Gourd Dance and Grandy Entry which signals the official start of the festivities. Kumeyaay Bird Songs have been passed down through generations and are used in times of celebration or grief, to sing, dance, and share culture in the company of friends.Bird Songs are used in the place of a written history and record an oral history and way of life for Kumeyaay people. Through the use of animal metaphors and allegory, the songs are used to instruct and imprint collective teachings about practical things such as food, the environment and geography, as well as history, customs, and social/moral values. The Gourd Dance is a Kiowa Tribe ceremonial dance that honors warriors or veterans. Many of those that dance this style are veterans and the idea is to honor all warriors alive or fallen for their service. Most notable of the gourd dance is the use of either a gourd rattle or metallic salt shaker rattle and a red and blue wool blanket draped over the shoulders. Grand Entry is the official start of the pow wow and all dancers enter the arena. During the grand entry, the color guard brings in the Eagle Staff which is a symbol of American Indian Nations, the U.S flag, state and veterans flags are also represented. This is also a time when we introduce our honored Head Staff and other important guests.

Mission Valley, an open-air shopping center located in San Diego, California, invites the community to its “Valley Vibes” summer concert series featuring a lineup of some of the area’s most talented musicians with performances on Mondays and Wednesdays (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.) and Saturdays (3 p.m. to 6 p.m.) now through September 1st in the AMC Theatres Court. Artists include popular performers such as David Shyde, Helena Holleran, Whitney Shay, Rachel Jay, Kai Kalama, Jemille Vialet, Fredie Walton, Jesse Ray Smith, Lee Coulter, and more, each sharing their own unique styles of rock, pop, blues, contemporary, easy listening and jazz music. Retailer promos will be available during select concerts. July 23rd: Shea Givens Visit: https://www.acousticspottalent.com/event/mission-valley-shea-givens-3 Shea Givens on Instagram and Facebook

July 27 – August 24, 2025 (Opening night: Saturday, August 2) Lowell Davies Festival Theatre By William Shakespeare Directed by James Vásquez 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." Vicki and Carl Zeiger Insights Seminar: Tuesday, July 29 at 7:00 p.m. LGBTQIA+ Theatre Night: Friday, August 1 at 7:00 p.m. Post Show Forums: Tuesday, August 5; Wednesday, August 13; Wednesday, August 20 Open Caption Performance: Sunday, August 17 at 8:00 p.m. This performance is outdoors: We recommend you dress warmly when attending performances, as nights in Balboa Park can be chilly. You are also welcome to bring your own blanket to the theatre or borrow one at the door (subject to availability). Supported by Lead Production Sponsors The Karen and Donald Cohn Fund for Emerging Artists, Ann Davies, Hal and Pam Fuson, Darlene Marcos Shiley, Gillian and Tony Thornley, and The Erna Finci Viterbi Artistic Director Fund, Major Production Sponsor Diane Berol, in memory of John A. Berol, Production Sponsors Eleanor and Ric Charlton, and Artist Sponsors Deborah A. Hawkins, in memory of David A. Hawkins (for costume designer Amanda Vander Byl) and Sonia Israel, in memory of Andy Israel (for director James Vásquez).

Chilean families are having only one child on average. U.S. birthrates are also dropping but it's unclear whether the U.S. will follow into the growing group of "very low" birthrate countries.

OperaWire says “Juan Diego Flórez is one of the greatest tenors in the world. Of that there can be no doubt.” The reigning “King of the High Cs” brings us a program filled with operatic gems including songs by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi, Gounod, and Puccini, showcasing why he’s one of the most in-demand tenors singing today. Juan Diego Flórez is presented as part of the Connect to The Conrad program, which offers a rare opportunity to experience the world’s most celebrated artists—those who typically perform for thousands—in the intimate, acoustically exquisite setting of The Baker-Baum Concert Hall. Juan Diego Flórez on Facebook / Instagram

Joel Ross’ captivating vibraphone playing blends intricate melodies with a deeply soulful groove, creating performances that are both intellectually stimulating and profoundly moving. Known for his dynamic improvisations and the tight interplay with his band, Ross’ live shows are a journey through vibrant soundscapes and compelling rhythms. His recent album, nublues, released in 2024 on Blue Note Records, has garnered widespread acclaim, showcasing his evolving compositional style and the exceptional musicianship of his ensemble. A recipient of the prestigious MacArthur Fellowship in 2022, recognizing his creativity and potential, Joel Ross continues to solidify his position as a major force in contemporary jazz. Joel Ross on Facebook / Instagram