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Join us for the Osher at SDSU Fall 2024 term Kickoff and Course Preview Event! Come meet instructors, engage with fellow Osher members, get a glimpse of inspiring courses, and forge lasting connections. [Register] Event Details: Friday, Sept. 6, 2024 from 8:30 a.m. to Noon Extended Studies Center at San Diego State University All Ages Welcome Free Admission Complimentary parking with RSVP Special Guest Speaker “Shotgun” Tom Kelly Location: 2nd floor, Extended Studies Center, 5701 Hardy Ave, San Diego

A journey through the Baroque era’s most imaginative and whimsical works, featuring Telemann’s Don Quixote Suite and Purcell’s The Fairy Queen, capturing the essence of storytelling through music. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/baroque-fantasia/

This “takeover” concert, curated by renowned composer Thomas Adès, showcases him as composer, teacher, pianist, and conductor, and includes the U.S. premiere of “Forgotten Dances” with international guitar sensation Sean Shibe. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/takeover-the-baker-baum/

Amadeus comes alive as excerpts from Peter Shaffer’s iconic play are paired with Mozart’s sublime “Gran Partita,” blending dramatic readings with ethereal music for a captivating portrayal of Mozart’s genius. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/amadeus/

Janáček’s “Kreutzer Sonata” Quartet, inspired by Tolstoy’s tale of jealousy and marital discord set against the backdrop of Beethoven’s Kreutzer Sonata, pairs with Composer-in-Residence Thomas Adès. Adès performs his evocative The Tempest suite alongside these deeply passionate works. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/passions-and-storms/

An evening of haunting melodies and mystical dance unfolds, from Ysaÿe’s and Ravel’s intense narratives to the whimsical charm of Butler’s Roald Dahl-inspired “Dirty Beasts” and Adès’ spirited “Catch.” The program culminates with Schubert’s profound “Death and the Maiden,” weaving together an unforgettable tapestry of music that oscillates between the ethereal, the playful, and the deeply moving. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/danse-macabre/

The North Coast Symphony Orchestra presents “Look! Up in the Sky!” pops concert on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. at La Costa Canyon High School Theater, 1 Maverick Way, Carlsbad. The performance includes high-flying music from movie favorites Superman, Star Wars, and ET as well as Debussy’s Clair de Lune and Handel’s Music for the Royal Fireworks. Visit: https://www.northcoastsymphony.com/concertstickets.html North Coast Symphony on Facebook and YouTube

Step into the spellbinding world of The Soldier’s Tale by Stravinsky, the classic tale of a soldier’s pact with the devil reimagined in an electrifying new production conducted by Thomas Adès, featuring hand-drawn animation, live puppetry and powerful storytelling by the groundbreaking company The Paper Cinema. It will be an opening night like no other—join us for a truly magical evening of devilish delights. LISZT Mephisto Waltz No.1, S.514 Inon Barnatan, piano TARTINI Sonata in G Minor for Violin and Continuo “The Devil’s Trill” Augustin Hadelich, violin; Inon Barnatan, harpsichord; Macintyre Taback, cello PAGANINI Caprice No. 24 in A Minor Augustin Hadelich, violin STRAVINSKY L’Histoire du Soldat (The Soldier’s Tale) Thomas Adès, conductor; Alexi Kenney, violin; Mark Simpson, clarinet; Eleni Katz, bassoon; Chris Coletti, cornet; James Miller, trombone; Michael Yeung, percussion; Anthony Manzo, bass The Paper Cinema Nicholas Rawling, illustrator and artistic director, Chris Reed, musical director Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/opening-a-deal-with-the-devil/

On this 45-minute tour, led by our Chief Docent, you will learn more about our permanent exhibits, the art of model railroading, and Southern California Railroad History. Meet at the entrance of the museum at 10 a.m. to join. Upcoming tour dates: July 12, 2024 August 9, 2024 September 12, 2024 Docent led tours are included in museum admission and the Balboa Park Explorer pass. No RSVP required. Visit: https://tickets.sdmrm.org/e/san-diego-model-railroad-museum-2024 San Diego Railroad Museum on Instagram and Facebook

Get ready to unleash the fun! Kahoots Presents the 19th Annual Cardiff Dog Days of Summer, hosted by Cardiff 101 Main Street and the City of Encinitas, on Sunday, July 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This fur-tastic, FREE event features a variety of dog-related vendors, rescue groups, pet adoption agencies, an exciting agility course, a lure course, and rescue demonstrations. Cardiff Dog Days of Summer also features an array of dog contests, live music, food trucks, a libation lounge, and pawsome opportunity drawings! Looking for a furry friend? Presented by Rancho Coastal Humane Society, "Rescue Row" hosts several rescue groups with adoptable pups. The City of Encinitas’ "Pet Health Expo" will offer essential pet services including microchipping, and more, thanks to the San Diego Humane Society. And if your pup loves their moment in the spotlight, enter one of the 8 dog contests - plus an additional Dog Ice Cream eating contest - for a chance to take home a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place prize! Categories include Cutest Puppy, Best Dressed, and Silver Face. First-place winners will receive a gift basket filled with dog food, toys, and treats. Register on the day of the event at 9 a.m. with a $10 entry fee per contest. The first 70 dogs to enter will receive a special Kahoots swag bag! Cardiff Dog Days of Summer is a free event that welcomes the entire community, even if you aren’t a pet parent. Who knows, you might leave with your new best furry friend! For event details and to learn more about Cardiff 101, visit: www.cardiff101.com Follow Cardiff 101 on Instagram for all your tasty updates: @cardiff101mainstreet