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"The Day The Music Didn’t Die" returns to The Bornemann for another unforgettable night of Rock ’n’ Roll magic! Step back in time and relive the legendary sounds of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, The Big Bopper, and Dion & The Belmonts in a high-energy tribute that captures the heart and soul of the golden era. Meet the Stars: -Johnny Summers as Buddy Holly – Southern California favorite with dynamic vocals and guitar chops that bring Buddy’s spirit to life. -Lou Lollio as Ritchie Valens – Award-winning performer channeling Ritchie’s vibrant energy on stage. -Randy Clingan as The Big Bopper – Soulful and larger-than-life, just like the original. -RT Moondog, Lou Lollio, & Randy Clingan as Dion & The Belmonts – A doo-wop trio delivering timeless sound with passion. -RT Moondog & Rachel Fyffe as Rachel & Roy– the dynamic duo bringing classics like Love is Strange and Mockingbird to life with style and soul. Backed by The Moondog Band and joined by special guest Dr. Ira Raibon on tenor saxophone, this powerhouse group delivers a setlist packed with electrifying hits. Special Guests: The Sandellas - Singing All of Your "Girl Group" Favorites Sue Robinson, Rachel Fyffe, and Mandy Mae Armstrong bring their smooth harmonies to classics by The Supremes, The Crystals, Darlene Love, and more! Why you'll love it: This show is more than a tribute—it’s a celebration of the music that shaped generations. Dance, sing, and remember why Rock ’n’ Roll never dies. Popular family show! Holiday weekend fun — get your tickets now! Doors open at 6 p.m. Visit: https://events.humanitix.com/the-day-the-music-didnt-die-returns The Bornemann on Instagram and Facebook

A new four-part video series from KPBS features people in San Diego’s Vietnamese community who are grappling with the trauma of war and finding a path forward.

"A spark of seduction, a kiss of old toad, a journey down an untravelled road..." Conjure a realm of enchantment where words slip off page’s edge—spellcasting your fantasies to dance alive before your very eyes with this immersive theater show set in an illustrious bordello. Enter The Poetry Brothel. A glamorous cabaret featuring the most thought-provoking, thrill-arousing poets accompanied by burlesque dancers, variety acts, and a live jazz band. Plus, there are opportunities to choose your own adventure, have unique and mysterious encounters, and connect with dazzling artists along the way. The allure of these sultry specters creates a magic so enticing, our poets possess powers to undress your mind and plunge into your innermost desires—leaving you "Spellbound." The Experience: - Cocktail Hour with the Characters - Live Stage Show with Seductive Poetry & Vaudeville - Intimate Private Poetry Readings - Interactive Vendors: Intimacy Oracle, Body Painting, Typewriter Poetry, Mystics, Tarot Reading, Art - Live Jazz & Cabaret Inspired Music - Afterparty Tickets Will Sell Out Early Join San Diego’s sizzling debut show at Park & Rec, a venue reminiscent of the glamorous nightlife of Bourbon Street, nestled in University Heights for an unforgettable immersive literary cabaret show. The Poetry Brothel is a 17-year-running immersive literary cabaret with chapters across the country—including Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, and Boston—and even around the globe. A collective of artists and poets with a mission to uplift our communities. Part of proceeds will benefit nonprofit GLITS. Blending poetry and vaudeville, intimacy and immersion, cabaret and activism, The Poetry Brothel is a show like no other. Whether you're a poet yourself, a fan of the art, or a lover of theatre, immersive experiences, or club culture—this show has something to delight everyone. The “Madam” presents a rotating cast of poets “erupting into verse in public and luring guests into back rooms for private readings,” as described in The New Yorker. For Front VIP Table booking and questions, email sarina@poetrysocietyny.org The Poetry Brothel on Facebook / Instagram

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has launched an unprecedented review of routine shots given to kids, alarming public health experts.

Senate Bill 19, also known as The Safe Schools and Places of Worship Act, was signed into law last month by Gov. Gavin Newsom. It was authored by Assemblywoman Darshana Patel, D-San Diego, and state Sen. Susan Rubio, D- Baldwin Park.

FilmOut San Diego will be presenting the 25th Annual FilmOut San Diego LGBTQ Film Festival August 21-24, 2025. We are one of the longest-running film festivals in Southern California and the only LGBTQ film festival in the San Diego area. Our festival is well-respected in the film community and often have World and U.S. premieres. People from around the world attend the festival as we offer filmmakers Q&A sessions after most films. Interviews with filmmakers and talent are uploaded to social media platforms for maximum exposure. We also have a fantastic Opening Night gala and Closing Night reception each year. This year our annual San Diego LGBTQ Film Festival will be a four-day event that includes international, documentary, short and feature films shown in two different locations. As always, we strive to show the newest LGBTQ-themed film selections available. FilmOut San Diego annually affirms the ongoing integrity and boundless imagination of our community and the artists who tell our stories. We believe our work is part of an ongoing effort to build a vibrant, affirming and sustainable LGBTQ community in San Diego County. FilmOut on Facebook / Instagram

The last album by one of hip-hop's great duos requires no asterisk, and the group embodies the spirit of its hood more than ever. The rapper explains why the music is so imbued with a sense of place.

In his closing blessing for the Jubilee of Youth, Leo remembered the young people of Gaza and Ukraine and other countries "bloodied by war" who could not join their celebration.

We explore the health impacts of housing being built near freeways. Then, we talk about social prescribing with a local health provider. Plus, how to keep track of your hormonal wellness.

The lawsuit filed Wednesday in the Northern District of Texas alleged Proposition 50, which goes before California voters in a special election on Tuesday, is unconstitutional and "an unprecedented interstate assault on representative democracy."