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Join us for an enchanting literary afternoon tea with New York Times bestselling author Michelle Gable, as we celebrate her forthcoming work of historical fiction, “Beautiful People.” Set in the glamorous 1960s Jet Set era, the novel follows the captivating journey of Margo Hightower, who, amidst the vibrant backdrop of Acapulco’s beaches and New York’s glitzy parties, finds herself entangled in the inner circle of Palm Beach’s socialites. As Margo becomes assistant to renowned photographer Slim Aarons, she delves into a world of beautiful people, beautiful places, and beautiful secrets, including a beguiling friendship with heiress and fashion icon Lilly Pulitzer. With tickets priced at $89, which includes a delectable afternoon tea service, and an opportunity to purchase Michelle Gable’s signed book for an additional $19.99, immerse yourself in the allure of the 1960s Jet Set at our one-off exclusive afternoon tea event. For more information visit: granddelmar.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Amor Towles will be joining Dean Nelson for a discussion on his new book "Table For Two": Fictions. This event is hosted by Writer's Symposium by the Sea in partnership with Warwick's. Amor Towles is the author of New York Times bestsellers "Rules of Civility", "A Gentleman in Moscow", and "The Lincoln Highway". The three novels have collectively sold more than five million copies and have been translated into more than thirty-five languages. Written with his signature wit, humor, and sophistication, "Table for Two" is another glittering addition to Towles's canon of stylish and transporting fiction. For more information visit: warwicks.com

Sunday Brunch and New Orleans Jazz only at Books & Records Bar! Cobby Brzeski is a nationally touring multi-instrumental, multi-genre flutist, vocalist, and songwriter from San Diego, CA and performs all around the East and West Coasts. Cobby’s charming voice, playful songwriting, and authenticity to the jazz tradition will make anyone feel like they’re back in the 1940’s. Described as a vintage girl in a modern world, Cobby’s music possesses a natural gift for sensitive, relatable storytelling and is a blend of influences from Ella Fitzgerald, Helen Forrest, The Andrew Sisters and others, twisted with modern influences like Jason Mraz, Cyrille Aimee, and PostModern Jukebox. Cobby is a 2018 magna cum laude graduate of the Berklee College of Music, and a 2023 San Diego Music Award Nominee for Best Jazz Album (Vintage Girl In A Modern World (2022)). “She is determined to write and perform, and anyone who hears her won’t question her decision…” – Harriet Heithaus, Naples Daily News, USA Today Network “Cobby Brzeski has an amazing youthful energy for someone so conversant with the tradition of jazz. Her distinctive and attractive voice, bebop-influenced flute playing, and unaffected songwriting gives the jazz world a jolt of fun that it desperately needs!” – David Thorne Scott, Vocal Professor at Berklee College of Music See More Events For more information visit: bardicmanagement.com

Anne Lamott will join Dean Nelson for an interview about her new book "Somehow: Thoughts on Love" in partnership with Warwick's. Anne Lamott is the author of the New York Times bestsellers "Dusk, Night, Dawn"; "Almost Everything"; "Hallelujah Anyway"; "Small Victories"; "Stitches"; "Help, Thanks, Wow"; "Some Assembly Required"; "Grace (Eventually)"; "Plan B"; and "Traveling Mercies," as well as several novels. A past recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship and an inductee to the California Hall of Fame, she lives in Northern California. "Love is our only hope," Anne Lamott writes in this perceptive new book. "It is not always the easiest choice, but it is always the right one, the noble path, the way home to safety, no matter how bleak the future looks." Anne Lamott on Facebook / Instagram

Journalist Zahra Hankir draws a line connecting the cosmetic across civilizations, continents, and eras straight into today — as not only a beauty product but as a means of self expression and more.

The Shakespeare Pub and Shakespeare Corner Shoppe and Afternoon Tea both have special food and drink offerings to celebrate the big day.

The latest Point in Time Count data in San Diego County was released this week, and shows a surge in homelessness. In other news, Shakespeare takes the stage again at the Old Globe. Plus, we have details on some other arts and culture events happening this weekend in San Diego County.

Former President Trump posted on his Truth Social about shifting the next televised presidential debate a week earlier, with Fox News hosting instead of ABC News.

Manny Machado hit a three-run home run for the San Diego Padres in the ninth inning to put an exclamation point on a 15-11 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Katie Ledecky has come through again winning her second gold medal in Paris in the women's 800-meter freestyle. The U.S. also won gold and a new world record in a relay race, edging out China.