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American singer-songwriter Clairo rose to prominence following the viral success of the music video for her lo-fi single "Pretty Girl" in 2017. Her debut studio album Immunity (2019) received critical acclaim and spawned the singles "Bags" and "Sofia", the latter of which became her first single to chart on the Billboard Hot 100. Clairo's second studio album, Sling, was released in 2021. Upon its release, the album received critical acclaim and saw commercial success, debuting in the top 20 of the US Billboard 200. Her third studio album, Charm, was released on July 12, 2024. This is a rental event at The Rady Shell; the San Diego Symphony does not appear on this concert. Visit: https://www.theshell.org/performances/clairo-charm-24-tour/ Clairo on Instagram and Facebook

Sing-a-long and dance-a-long to your favorite melodies as you get to know the largest family in the orchestra – the strings! Your family’s musical exploration starts here! San Diego Symphony musicians share their favorite sing-a-longs, rhymes, dances, and musical games in a series that introduces your youngest listeners to the instruments of the orchestra. Designed for families with children ages 0 – 5, these interactive, fun, and sensory-friendly concerts are 30 minutes. Arrive early for pre-concert activities in the Jacobs Music Center lobby for fun crafts and musical exploration, free with ticket purchase. Visit: https://www.sandiegosymphony.org/performances/symphony-kids-meet-the-strings/ San Diego Symphony on Instagram and Facebook

More than 2,000 items, like Jon Snow’s sword and the Iron Throne, from the iconic HBO series will be auctioned off in October. Here’s what’s for sale.

Nominee of Venturous Play List, this comedy-drama features two sisters, Jean and Susan, who can’t foresee a future together with their opposing world views. Into their lives enters Edward, a Black journalist who visits the Desert Cactus Motel with them and when another family member comes west, new territory is laid bare. The play reading features Sandy Campbell, Linda Libby, Derwood Murray with direction by Vanessa Dinning. A community Conversation will follow the play with special guests, playwright Catherine Filloux, The League of Women Voters, and moderators from across San Diego County. This is a free event but an RSVP is required and note you can also RSVP for a livestream link. This play incudes adult language and parental guidance is suggested. Visit: https://www.bodhitreeconcerts.org/white-savior

In a legal complaint, the actor says co-star Justin Baldoni and his team launched a smear campaign as a way to silence Lively's narrative about his and a producer's alleged repeated sexual harassment.

Park 101 is Carlsbad's unique answer to community dining, lounging and sipping in style in the heart of the Village. We've made sure that there's something for everyone at our 8000 sq. ft. multi-level, plaza-style complex. We are kid friendly and dog friendly, and are considered a significant focal point within one of the best communities that flank the Pacific. Stay Connected on Facebook

All puns are intended, motherCLUCKers! San Diego's ONLY pun competition returns to the Finest City Improv stage on Saturday, September 28! Watch, laugh, groan, or JOIN word nerds from across the city in a battle to see who's the punniest of them all—and win prizes! Pundemonium! is a three-part event based on the format used by pun contests in cities nationwide: - In Part 1, Battle of the PUNdits, participants who have signed up in advance will deliver two-minute pun-filled speeches, and the audience will determine the winner. Want in? We ask that Battle of the PUNdits let us know you're competing ahead of time by emailing sandiegopundemonium@gmail.com - or email us with questions if you're curious but don't know how it works! - Part 2, the PUNger Games, is a head-to-head pun-off tournament-style, where participants go back and forth making puns on a given topic until they just can't anymore. Think of it as a rap battle, but with puns. Sign up in advance at sandiegopundemonium@gmail.com OR on the spot at Pundemonium! Winners of each round will get the coveted Golden Nugget chicken trophy to take home. Also, very exciting: our intrepid host Sarah Flocken will make her triumphant return to the Pundemonium stage after being crowned Most Viable Punner at the O. Henry Pun-Off World Championships in Austin, TX earlier this summer. Tickets are pay what you can! Reserve your tickets online ahead of time or just show up at the door. Visit: https://finestcity.vbotickets.com/event/pundemonium_san_diego%60s_only_pun_competition/132045 Finest City Improv on Instagram and Facebook

With overwhelming talent and innate musicality, Seong-Jin Cho is one of the consummate talents and most distinctive artists of his generation. About Seong-Jin Cho | Seong-Jin Cho was brought to the world’s attention in 2015 when he won First Prize at the Chopin International Competition in Warsaw, and his career has rapidly ascended since. In January 2016, he signed an exclusive contract with Deutsche Grammophon. An artist high in demand, Cho works with the world’s most prestigious orchestras including Berliner Philharmoniker, Wiener Philharmoniker, London Symphony Orchestra, Orchestre de Paris, New York Philharmonic and The Philadelphia Orchestra. Conductors he regularly collaborates with include Myung-Whun Chung, Gustavo Dudamel, Andris Nelsons, Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Gianandrea Noseda, Sir Simon Rattle, Santtu-Matias Rouvali, Esa-Pekka Salonen and Lahav Shani. Highlights of Seong-Jin Cho’s 2023–24 season include his anticipated debut at the Salzburger Festspiele with the Mozarteumorchester and Ivor Bolton, and his return to London’s BBC Proms with the Philharmonia Orchestra and Santtu-Matias Rouvali. He returns to the Concertgebouworkest, Los Angeles Philharmonic and Boston Symphony Orchestra, giving performances in both Boston and Carnegie Hall, and debuts with The Cleveland Orchestra, San Francisco and Chicago Symphony Orchestras. Cho also embarks on several international tours, including with the Berliner Philharmoniker and Kirill Petrenko in Korea, and with the Gewandhausorchester Leipzig and Andris Nelsons in Korea and Japan, and performs with the National Symphony Orchestra Washington and Gianandrea Noseda throughout Europe in Spring 2024. He also appears in many of the world’s most prestigious concert halls including the main stage of Carnegie Hall, Concertgebouw Amsterdam, Berliner Philharmonie, Musikverein Wien, Konzerthaus Wien, Prinzregententheater München, Barbican London, Suntory Hall Tokyo, Walt Disney Hall Los Angeles, Festival International de piano de la Roque d’Anthéron, and Verbier Festival. Seong-Jin Cho’s latest recording is his solo album, The Handel Project, released in February 2023, and in August 2021, he released Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 2 and Scherzi with the London Symphony Orchestra and Gianandrea Noseda for Deutsche Grammophon. He had previously recorded his first album with the same orchestra and conductor featuring Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 1 as well as the Four Ballades. His solo album, The Wanderer, was released in May 2020 and features Schubert’s “Wanderer” Fantasy, Berg’s Piano Sonata op. 1 and Liszt’s Piano Sonata in B minor. A solo Debussy recital was also released in November 2017, followed by a Mozart album with the Chamber Orchestra of Europe and Yannick Nézet-Séguin in 2018. All albums have been released on the Yellow Label and have garnered critical acclaim worldwide. Born in 1994 in Seoul, Seong-Jin Cho started learning the piano at the age of six and gave his first public recital aged 11. In 2009, he became the youngest-ever winner of Japan’s Hamamatsu International Piano Competition. In 2011, he won Third Prize at the International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow at the age of 17. Stay Connected on Social Media | Twitter + Facebook + Instagram

Florida has leaned Republican in recent election cycles, but Democrats see some opportunities in the former swing state, especially with abortion rights on the ballot in November.

Creative Connections Floral Pumpkin Fundraiser Embrace the beauty of autumn while making a meaningful impact with our Creative Connections Floral Pumpkin Fundraiser! These stunning floral pumpkins are more than just seasonal décor—they are handcrafted arrangements that bring together the vibrant colors and textures of fall in a unique, elegant display. Each pumpkin is carefully adorned with fresh flowers, creating a beautiful centerpiece that adds warmth and charm to any space. But the beauty of these floral pumpkins goes beyond their appearance. Every purchase directly supports our mission to provide care and resources for survivors of trafficking and abuse. Your contribution helps fund essential programs, safe housing, and trauma-informed care for those in need. By decorating your home with one of our floral pumpkins, you're not just celebrating the season—you're bringing hope and healing to those who need it most. This fall, let your décor make a difference. Purchase a floral pumpkin for yourself, or gift one to a friend, knowing that every arrangement is a step towards brighter futures for survivors. Together, we can create beauty that truly changes lives. Proceeds from this event support our non-profit where we don't just cultivate flowers; we cultivate joy, laughter, and a sense of belonging for teen trafficked victims and young adult abuse survivors on their path to healing. It's a safe haven where birthdays, milestones celebrations, and simple joys are not just acknowledged but magnificently honored. Every flower, every latte, wedding, every latte, every creative connections workshop, and every moment celebrated at Where 2 Or More Gather supports our non-profit W2OMG, and our Safe House Coalition efforts to rescue, provide Creative Retreat Sanctuary providing trauma-informed care, safe housing, legal advocacy and restitution, empowering teen trafficked victims and young adult survivors of abuse. For more about our mission, visit: https://www.w2omg.com/bloom