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Concert Hour is a music enrichment series presented on the campus of Palomar College for our students, staff, and community by the Palomar College Performing Arts Department. Enjoy a range of exciting artists and musicians in the beautiful Howard Brubeck Theatre or Performance Lab D-10. The program is presented weekly during the Fall and Spring Semesters at 1 p.m. and ends at approximately 2 p.m. Admission and Parking are FREE. This Week’s Performing Arts Will Be Located in Performance Lab D -10 Peter Gach is a pianist of wide-ranging musical interests based in San Diego. His repertoire extends from the complete Well-Tempered Clavier, Vol. II of JS Bach, to contemporary works written especially for him. He has premiered works by SoCal composers and actively commissions new music for the piano. He is also Professor Emeritus at Palomar College, where he was Chairperson of the Performing Arts Department and Artist in Residence in Piano. In retirement, he initiated a fund-raising campaign for the Steinway Concert Grand in the College’s renovated Performing Arts Complex. It is named the Peter Gach Steinway in his honor. His book Perfect Practice/Perfect Performance: A Handbook for Musicians at Work and Onstage, is available for download. Filled with practical advice and based on years of experience in both teaching developing musicians and personal experience, it offers real, time-tested solutions to the challenges of practicing and performing. Visit: Peter Gach – Concert Hour Palomar Performing Arts on Instagram and Facebook

Discover the art of seeing with intention. This class blends photography with mindfulness practices, helping you slow down, observe the world more deeply, and capture meaningful images. Through guided exercises and creative prompts, you’ll learn to use your camera as a tool for presence, reflection, and personal expression. Bring your own imagemaking device. Open to all levels—no prior experience needed! Six-Week Schedule Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. April 19, 26, May 3, 10, 24, 31 (skips May 17) Visit: Photography and Mindfulness (Six week course) ICA San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is more than simply putting flowers in a container. It is a disciplined art form that breathes life into each composition, harmonizing the elements of nature and humanity. Learn to create these stunning pieces of art that intertwine Japanese culture and the changing of the seasons. By end of the semester, you will have learned to design beautiful and professional looking arrangements for both everyday and special occasions. Contact Prof. Takeya for more information at mtakeya@sdccd.edu. This class is free and open to the public. You may register when you attend the class. Audience: Adults, Senior Location: Community Room Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/ikebana-floral-design-420258

Join Voices of Our City Choir for an unforgettable Classic Soul Sing-along, where you’ll enjoy an interactive concert experience featuring the timeless soul songs we all know and love. Come together in community to take a break from the news cycle, feel energized by joy, wiggle your hips, and sing. This event is perfect for the young and the young at heart, no singing experience required! Date: Thursday, February 27, Doors open at 6:30 p.m., Concert begins at 7 p.m. Location: St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Ave, San Diego (Bankers Hill) Tickets: Just $20 per person in advance; $25 at the door Don’t miss this joyful celebration of music, community, and classic soul! Grab your tickets now and get ready to sing along. Every ticket purchase enriches the lives of those impacted by homelessness, providing access to community, vital resources, and transformative arts programs.  Voices of Our City Choir on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

The bestselling author of "The Joy Luck Club," "The Kitchen God's Wife" and "The Bonesetter's Daughter" explores her deepening love for birdwatching in "The Backyard Bird Chronicles," an illustrated memoir-meets-nature journal.

Carlsbad Performing Arts Academy brings Disney's "Camp Rock: The Musical" to the historic Sunshine Brooks Theater (217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside, California) on January 25, with performances at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. This upbeat, comedic production is perfect for the whole family, filled with sing-along moments and dance-worthy tunes that will have everyone on their feet! Carlsbad Performing Arts Academy on Facebook / Instagram

“The Gaze: The Pride Edition” is a vibrant celebration of local queer musical talent, showcasing an electrifying variety of genres, including rap, pop, R&B, funk, and soul. This event aims to highlight the artistic contributions of LGBTQ+ artists while providing a platform for self-expression and community connection. The atmosphere is set to be lively and inclusive, and an array of performances that invite concert-goers to experience the rich diversity of queer music culture. Attendees can expect dynamic performances, engaging interactions, and the spirit of pride resonating throughout the venue. A space where the community can come together to celebrate love, identity, and the power of music. Visit: https://www.simpletix.com/e/the-gaze-pride-edition-tickets-218390

California’s landmark labor law aims to make nail salon workers, predominantly Vietnamese women, full employees rather than contractors in an industry known for labor violations.

Electricity prices are rising more than twice as fast as overall inflation. That's especially costly during the dog days of summer when air conditioners are working hardest. In addition to hot weather, a variety of factors are causing power bills to climb, including the high cost of natural gas used to generate electricity and soaring demand from data centers.

Philippa Hughes' life spans war, international romance, divorce, an abduction, art and politics. As one of the few liberals in her family, she knows how divisions can break a family and a country.