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The winter series opens on Sunday, January 26, with the return of celebrated Venezuelan pianist-composer-arranger Edward Simon, joined by his longtime trio members bassist Reuben Rogers (also known for his work with Charles Lloyd) and drummer Adam Cruz (also known for his work with Danilo Pérez). Simon’s last Athenaeum performance as a leader was with his project Femeninas: Songs of Latin American Women, which featured vocalist Magos Herrera. He returns to the library to celebrate the release of a new trio album, Latin American Songbook, vol. 2, which has a special focus on the Afro-Caribbean musical traditions of his native Venezuela. Simon is well known to Athenaeum audiences from his high-energy performance last summer with guitarist-vocalist Camila Meza and past appearances with the SFJAZZ Collective and the Steel House trio with Scott Colley and Brian Blade. JazzTimes commented, “[Simon] may be the most complete creative artist … among many important jazz pianists from the Caribbean and South America.” DownBeat commented, “One of the strongest pianists of his generation, with intuitive empathy and drum-like ingenuity, Simon solos compositionally with passionate elegance.” Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/jazz-25-0126 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Join us at the Athenaeum Art Center on December 6, 2024, at 6 p.m. for the hilarious and beloved "Brian and Ryan's Kitschmas Pageant"! Back by popular demand, this whimsical holiday extravaganza promises to bring laughter, joy, and a healthy dose of kitschy cheer. Created by local performers Brian Black and Ryan Bulis, the pageant is a tongue-in-cheek celebration of the holiday season, blending campy humor with heartwarming moments. Expect dazzling costumes, over-the-top performances, and a playful mix of classic holiday themes with a modern twist. Known for its offbeat charm, Kitschmas Pageant has become a favorite among locals, offering a fun, lighthearted escape from the typical holiday hustle and bustle. Whether you're a long-time fan or a first-time guest, this event is sure to get you in the holiday spirit. Don't miss out on what is sure to be a festive and unforgettable evening! The event will be in person at the Athenaeum Art Center. There are no physical tickets for this event. Doors open at 6 p.m. Seating is first-come; first-served. This event will be presented in compliance with State of California and County of San Diego health regulations as applicable at the time of the event. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/kitschmas-2024 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

One of the most in-demand session players of the 1960s, Kaye was listed alongside the late record producer Thom Bell and the late pianist Nicky Hopkins as inductees in the Musical Excellence category.

Virtuoso violinist Cristian Fatu graces the stage with his technical brilliance and passionate music-making. His concert will surely mesmerize with a program showcasing the violin’s versatility and expressive power. Music by the Sea is part of the Civic Arts Program of the City of Encinitas Cultural Arts Division. The 2025 season is presented in partnership with the San Diego Music Society under the artistic direction of Paul Tseng. *All concerts start at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. *Artists subject to change. Visit: https://endurancecui.active.com/new/events/93071217/select-race?error=login_required&state=f6fffe2e-3f36-4f21-bbf5-b5139101d429&_p=6742998634091733&_p=01922812083584069 Cristian Fatu on Instagram and Facebook

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents “Evoking Mystery”, juried by award-winning artist, Alice Kayuha. The water-based media exhibition runs Nov 1-30, 2024, at our Gallery in The ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station. The Opening Reception is Friday, November 1, 5-8 pm with over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The Gallery is open Weds-Sun, 11a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/evoking-mystery-an-art-exhibition-tickets-1061587319249 Arts District Liberty Station on Instagram and Facebook

Years after their son left the U.S. to join ISIS, a Minnesota couple learned they had two young grandsons trapped in a Syrian desert camp. Bringing them home was complicated — and took years.

Andor, featuring Diego Luna's charismatic performance as a rebel operative, has come at a perfect moment. And You brings Penn Badgley back for a fifth and final season.

Join us for the Winter solstice as Neil and the Divine Light healers guide you through a highly effective technique to receive spiritual energy to heal and transform your life. Whether you are seeking a physical, mental or emotional transformation, Divine Light healing is a full-spectrum aura therapy. This month, we will focus on the cornerstone of all healing—love. A great number of physical distresses can be traced back to a lack of loving energy in the auric field. The nucleus of loving expression in the physical body is the heart. Not only does the heart circulate blood, it distributes loving vibrations through the body. We will work with a special spiritual energy ray that has been uniquely designed to help heal and strengthen the heart, as well help to distribute love through the body to relieve illness and distresses that are direct results of heartaches and lack of love. The evening will consist of: A presentation on how to work with spiritual energy to bring more love into your relationship and your life. You will be seated in small groups of 3 recipients per Certified Healer, each with a minimum of 5 years of metaphysical training. Specific divine light rays will be directed into your chakras to release negative energies. The divine light will then be used to uplift your consciousness wherever it is needed. The healers will then work on your nervous system to release blockages and revitalize your nerve body. Drawing on a 4,000 year mystical tradition and built on the clairvoyant experiences of Barbara Y. Martin and Dimitri Moraitis over five decades, these aura healing techniques have been endorsed by medical luminaries C. Norman Shealy and Dr. Richard Gerber. “Spiritual energy is the single biggest key to building and sustaining health, because it connects you to your source of health.” Barbara Martin & Dimitri Moraitis The Healing Power of Your Aura Neil is a certified Divine Light Teacher and healer through Spiritual Arts Institute having studied at the Institute for over 15 years. After 20 years as founder and CEO of a highly successful manufacturing company, Neil sold his company to devote full-time to his spiritual development and to supporting others on their spiritual quest. Neil volunteers at the Institute as Director of Events and Outreach and is currently serving as member of the Institute’s nonprofit Board of Directors. Visit: Divine Light Healing Night – The Healing Power of Love Spiritual Arts Institute on Instagram and Facebook

The suspect in the killing of a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband texted, "Dad went to war last night,' evoking the language of the far right, Christian anti-abortion movement.

The legendary west African kingdom of Kaabu has long been memorialized in the songs and stories of griots. That's inspired archaeologists to excavate the kingdom's capital.