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This weekend in the arts: A children's book about gardening, immigration and memory; piano sensation plays Saint-Saëns; a Hitchcock spoof; a big (free) spring market; a new reading series; live music and more.

Justin & Melonie Grinnell make their return to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 161st Session of Dim Sum & Jazz - Seating Begins at 6 P.M. - Music from 6:30-8:30 P.M. - Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! About Melonie Grinnell Melonie Grinnell is an active as an educator and performer. She began studying piano at an early age and has since been recognized for her skills as a pianist, and her abilities as a vocalist, music educator, and musical director. Melonie received her Bachelors of Music degree in Music Education with jazz emphasis from the University of Miami and a Masters of Music performance degree in Jazz Studies from San Diego State University. Additionally, she is on the faculty for the Francis Parker/KSDS 88.3 Summer Jazz Workshop where she teaches jazz piano and co-directs middle school to high school student ensembles. She is also active as an adjudicator for instrumental jazz festivals including the Coronado/COSA Jazz Festival and the KSDS Jazz 88/CMEA festival. About Justin Grinnell Justin Grinnell is a San Diego-based freelance jazz bassist and music educator. More importantly, he is a husband to pianist/educator Melonie Grinnell and father to their two sons. In addition to performing, Justin maintains an active teaching schedule as adjunct faculty at University of San Diego and Grossmont College, and as faculty for the Francis Parker Annual Summer Jazz Workshop. He has also served as an adjudicator and clinician at local music festivals, such as the Coronado Jazz Festival and the San Diego Bass Fest. Justin received his Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Jazz Performance from San Diego State University while studying with bassists Gunnar Biggs and Bert Turetzky. Justin also achieved ABD (all but dissertation) status for a doctoral degree in Jazz Studies at the University of Southern California. Besides studying privately with Los Angeles' first-call jazz bassist, Darek Oles, Justin's enrollment at USC gave him the opportunity to study with internationally-recognized jazz artists Peter Erskine, Russ Ferrante, Bob Mintzer, and Alan Pasqua. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Bill Caballero makes his debut at Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 163rd Session of Dim Sum & Jazz Seating Begins at 6 p.m. Music from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! About Bill Caballero Bill Caballero is a boundary-pushing, genre-defining trumpeter of local fame, and is known for hosting weekly Latin jazz jams in Barrio Logan for over 18 years, creating a welcoming space for beginners and pros alike. Want to know more events happening Golden Island? Join our Newsletter! Like Dim Sum & Jazz? Check out the rest of the schedule below! www.bardicmanagement.com/golden-island See More Events www.goldenislanddimsum.com www.bardicmanagement.com/events

Tens of thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate amid the uncontained wildfires. NPR member station LAist spoke to members of the community about how they have been affected.

Forget hunting for eggs – this Easter Sunday, the Gaslamp Quarter is bursting with egg-citing specials to make your celebration unforgettable! From scrumptious brunches to lively gatherings, there's something for every bunny in the heart of San Diego. Easter Sunday – March 31, 2024 PROVISIONAL KITCHEN EASTER BRUNCH Where: Provisional Kitchen, Gaslamp Quarter. Details: Indulge in a family Easter Brunch featuring late morning classics, seasonal cocktails, and a visit from the Easter Bunny! nformation/Booking: LEARN MORE WEREWOLF AMERICAN PUB EASTER BASH When: Sunday, March 31, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Details: Spin your Easter Sunday with hip-hop hits, photo ops with the Easter Bunny, and a lively atmosphere! Information/Booking: Email Contact@TheWerewolf.net THE DESMOND EASTER BRUNCH When: Sunday, March 31, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Details: Delight in a decadent three-course Easter Brunch featuring exquisite dishes like Brioche French Toast and Herb Crusted Prime Rib! $65 per person (adults) | $28 per person (kids 10 and under). Booking: Make a reservation RUSTIC ROOT EASTER SUNDAY BRUNCH When: March 31, starting at 10 a.m. Details: Enjoy a full menu plus Easter Features including Lobster Pot Pie and an exclusive Bubbles & Berries Tray! Information/Booking: LEARN MORE SALTWATER EASTER SPECIAL MENU When: March 31, open at Noon. Details: Dive into an egg-ceptional Easter menu for only $55 per person, including a complimentary glass of champagne! Information/Booking: LEARN MORE WESTGATE HOTEL EASTER BUNNY TEA Details: Join the Easter Bunny for a delightful tea-time experience! Information/Booking: LEARN MORE PARKING & TRANSPORTATION: The Gaslamp Quarter has various modes of transportation that make it easy to get to and from. The Gaslamp Quarter offers parking at the following garages: Park-It-On Market and 6th & K Parkade, For more information on transportation, visit https://gaslamp.org/transportation/. For more information, visit www.Gaslamp.org

In a 4-3 verdict against a patron who sued a restaurant after swallowing a bone from a “boneless wing,” the court ruled that “boneless” doesn’t guarantee that there will be no bones in a chicken wing.

Two-thirds of the bills opposed by the oil industry in 2023 were killed — thanks in part to an alliance with the building trades union, which forces Democrats to sometimes choose between jobs and the environment.

Kat Shoemaker makes her debut at Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 167th Session of Dim Sum & Jazz Seating Begins at 6 P.M. Music from 6:30-8:30 P.M. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! About Kat Shoemaker Kathy is the pianist/vocalist for Stone Soup Jazz and assistant musical director/accompanist at San Carlos United Methodist Church. As a professional pianist and vocalist Kathy has performed all over the US and in Europe, from solo piano work to jazz clubs to pit orchestras, recording for radio and TV in Boston and LA. She has toured South America and was the keyboardist on 3 albums with Venezuelan artist Frank Quintero and Pablo Manevello. In 2014 she received a 1st place award in the MTAC State Composition Contest for her piece "Little Oscar Prelude" (dedicated to Oscar Peterson) and 2nd place for a solo piano piece, "Paint the Stars", an advanced work. She also served as pianist in a steller trio with Jeff Blanco and Richard Sellers backing up vocalist Stacey Roberts on his January 2015 CD release of "When Sunny Gets Blue" (available on CDbaby and iTunes). She has had the honor of accompanying San Diego jazz legend Charles McPherson, and other local notable musicians such as Leonard Patton, Gary Rich and David Borgo. She has served as pianist for the Legacy Big Band, Downbeat, and Marty Conley Big Band, accompanist for Off Broadway Live and loves being a part of the numerous jazz jam sessions/events and clubs in the thriving San Diego jazz scene. Stay Connected with Golden Island on Facebook!

The lawsuit filed Tuesday on behalf of Culture of Life Family Services alleges California Attorney General Rob Bonta's office "is targeting protected speech and activities" through litigation.

How much sway do stars really have when it comes to putting the next President in the White House?