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Anarchy. Ambition. Peacocks. Who was Hunter S. Thompson? He changed journalism. He defined counterculture. Equal parts philosopher, clown and genius, he was armed and dangerous with a typewriter as his preferred weapon. Careening from the 1940s to his death in 2005, this gonzo musical blasts into the life of one of America’s most influential and destructive icons. In relentless pursuit of the meaning of the American Dream during an era of political and social upheaval, Hunter S. Thompson cultivated a new form of journalism that ― for better or worse ― injected his subjective view into the heart of the story. Now, in another, even more severe moment of fake news, propaganda and polarization, Hunter’s story helps explore how we got here, and how to keep fighting. Set to Joe Iconis’ anarchic and tuneful score, this musical is a rock ‘n’ roll portrait of an artist seeking greatness and coming to terms with his own legacy. It’s a heartfelt trumpet call to the moral idealists, the outraged, the outlaws and the outsiders.\ Showtimes: lajollaplayhouse.org For more information visit: lajollaplayhouse.org

From the artist: To declare one thematic narrative from Lucha, Y La Bamba’s seventh album, would be to chisel away a story within a story within a story into the illusion of something singular. “Lucha is a symbol of how hard it is for me to tackle healing, live life, and be present,” Luz Elena Mendoza Ramos, lead vocalist and producer of Y La Bamba, says of the title behind the album which translates from Spanish to English as ‘fight’ and is also a nickname for Luz, which means light. The album explores multiplicity—love, queerness, Mexican American and Chicanx identity, family, intimacy, yearning, loneliness—and chronicles a period of struggle and growth for Mendoza Ramos as a person and artist. Related links: Casbah website | Instagram | Facebook

San Diego County supervisors unanimously ratified a state of emergency Tuesday in response to the monkeypox outbreak in an attempt to bolster vaccination efforts.

As the summer travel season begins, thousands of bags will likely go missing. But not at one particular airport in Japan that makes a stunning claim: it has never lost a piece of luggage.

The winner of this year's presidential race could be decided by who shows up to support independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. — and who that means they aren't voting for.

Classics from Nina Simone, Mahalia Jackson and Abby Lincoln finished with a sweet dose of Spanish boleros. Mali Irene is a versatile vocal artist composer, scholar and collaborator. Her work breathes on an inspired continuum between opera, jazz, world, and electronic music - always embracing her embodied connection to music of the African diaspora. She has performed with legendary operas throughout the world and is the recipient of the prestigious National Black Arts Festival Horizon Award.Joshua White is one of today’s most creative and technically accomplished pianists. Praised by legendary musicians like Herbie Hancock as having “immense talent” and lauded for his “daring and courageous approach to improvisation … on the cutting edge of innovation,” Joshua has distinguished himself as a formidable leader and distinct voice among his peers.

There were lots of smiles and wagging tails in El Cajon Wednesday as a flight carrying more than 100 rescued beagles arrived safely.

Come celebrate two reasons to remain hopeful – vibrant, healthy forests and the communities dedicated to keeping them that way! Join Nature and Culture International for this special opportunity to connect with Matt Clark, Executive Director. Bring your curiosity for an informal Q&A on the connection of tropical forests and global climate health. Leave with a deeper understanding of how you are contributing to a healthier world for current and future generations. Clark will discuss Nature and Culture’s work to preserve Latin America’s most biodiverse, carbon-rich ecosystems, side-by-side with Indigenous and rural communities. Together, we have secured legal protection for over 25 million acres of threatened ecosystems, storing 3.4 billion tons of carbon - at an average of just $10/acre. Everyone has a role to play in achieving a thriving, stable climate. Come celebrate yours with us! Nature and Culture International on Facebook / Instagram

Ashton Gallery at Art on 30th proudly presents "Our Collective American Memory" Art Opening and Exhibition. The show is an adaptation of the Smithsonian’s widely acclaimed book, The History of America in 101 Objects, written by Dr. Richard Kurin, Smithsonian Distinguished Scholar and Ambassador-at-Large. The show will feature a collection of unmistakably nostalgic American images including Julia Child’s kitchen, Abraham Lincoln’s stovepipe hat, Dorothy’s slippers and of course, the American flag, all created by Ashton’s Gallery’s Resident Professional artists. The show was jurorjuried by Karen Milbourne, Senior Curator Smithsonian Museum of African Art. Opening reception: Saturday, August 20 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Socials: Facebook Instagram

For the past 12 years, the San Diego Italian Film Festival has taken you to virtual journeys along with our protagonists, experiencing the passion, love, comedy, despair, and hope of life. But the SDIFF is about more than just movies. It is about identity, history and a shared appreciation of Italian culture and great cinema– in a word, it is about community. As part of the September monthly series of the San Diego italian Film Festival is the film Volevo Nascondermi (Hidden Away) directed by Giorgio Diritti. Synopsis: Toni, an orphan of Italian origin, is deported from Switzerland to Italy, where he lives in abject poverty on the banks of river Po. Physically deformed and mentally disordered, Toni is marginalized and humiliated by a society hateful of any suspicion of divergence. Ultimately, he finds refuge in painting, channeling his bitterness and dire need for acceptance. A gripping biopic featuring painter Antonio Ligabue that exalts art’s redemptive powers, while praising the values of diversity. In Italian with English subtitles. Available only in the US.Showing Date | Thursday, September 23 at 7:30 p.m. Location | Museum of Photographic ArtsGet tickets here! General admission is $16 Join us for a live discussion of the movie Sunday, September 26 at 11 a.m. on Zoom with our special guest. ‍ All ticket holders must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. For more information , please visit the SDIFF website or call (619) 238-7559.