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Get ready for an evening celebrating the fabled songwriting and musical career of Neil Diamond, as Scott Samuels and Solitary Diamonds recreate some of Neil's very best songs with stunning authenticity in an intimate theatre setting, featuring hits “Cracklin’ Rosie,” “Sweet Caroline,” “You Don’t Bring Me Flowers,” and more plus songs Neil wrote for other artists: “I’m a Believer,” “Red Red Wine,” “Kentucky Woman,” and more. Senior and group discounts available. VIP tickets include an exclusive backstage pre-show performance by Scott Samuels and Penni Hawkins of Solitary Diamonds with photo opportunity. Scott Samuels on Facebook Solitary Diamonds on Facebook

Authorities said all six passengers on the small Cessna jet that crashed into a home in Tierrasanta are presumed to be dead.

The NSC has traditionally played a pivotal role in advising the president for his biggest diplomatic and security decisions. But in Trump's second term, it has seen its influence shrink.

Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi Joins Harry Litman and Talking San Diego for a conversation about the Speaker’s new book, "The Art of Power." In the book, Pelosi reflects on her role in crafting pivotal legislation, including the Affordable Care Act and the American Rescue Plan, and reflects on the January 6th Capitol attack and the power dynamics with the White House, Senate, and other political institutions. Pelosi’s conversation promises an insightful exploration of the high-stakes drama in American politics and her lasting impact. San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria will join this event to introduce the speakers. For information and tickets for all Talking San Diego events, please go to www.talkingsandiego.net

Shira Perlmutter's termination came shortly after the Copyright Office published a long-anticipated report on artificial intelligence.

Section 1: Friday–Sunday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. October 25–27 (3 days, 15 total hours of instruction) AAC Art Studio $245/265 + $75 materials fee Section 2: Friday–Sunday, 11 AM–4 PM November 8–10 (3 days, 15 total hours of instruction) AAC Art Studio $245/265 + $75 materials fee Encaustic painting (painting using hot wax and beeswax) is an ancient medium that not only looks luminous and dreamy, but it smells nice too. Working in hot wax allows for fast assembly of many mixed-media compositions. The warmed wax is applied by brush then set by heat gun. Once it has cooled, the piece has a durable finish. You may add layers on top of the finish, dig into it, or embed things. In fact, there are an amazing number of ways to work in this medium. You may leave your work at your station for the entire workshop. Materials: The material fee includes three small wood-panel supports, 8” x 8”; R & F encaustic medium; some R & F wax colors; R & F wax colors sticks; heated palette; some brushes; heat guns; some collage materials; some paints; images; things to embed; mark-making tools; oil pastels; collage materials; transfer materials; paints; gloves; scissors. Optional: you may bring to class an apron; mask for face if sensitive to the smell of heated wax; paper towels; tracing paper; larger cradled birchwood boards or Ampersand Encausticbords; notepad and pen; your own mark-making tools; dried botanicals to embed. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/class/58 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Spreckels Organ Society, a non-profit organization curating concerts and performances at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion in the heart of Balboa Park, celebrates Halloween with a special Spooktacular concert featuring Phantom of the Opera and Haunted Organ Tour. Beginning at 5:30 p.m., The Haunted Pavilion opens to the public for a kid-friendly insider tour “Meet the Great Composers Decomposing,” joined by zombies from Thriller San Diego (first-come, first-served). At 6:30 p.m., the concert begins with Spooktacular organ solos, led by Spreckels Organ Artistic Director Raul Prieto Ramírez, who is also San Diego’s Civic Organist; followed by a “Phantom of the Opera” concert with Soprano Caroline Nelms and Tenor Bernardo Bermudez. The program – free and open to the public – includes state-of-the-art spooky projections on the Pavilion by SonderEyes to provide a unique Halloween visual experience that goes with the music. For more information about the Spreckels Organ Society, visit www.SpreckelsOrgan.org. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-spooktacular-at-the-spreckels-organ-pavilion-in-balboa-park-tickets-1054229832809 Spreckels Organ Society on Instagram and Facebook

A piece of conceptual art consisting of a simple banana, duct-taped to a wall, sold for $6.2 million at an auction Wednesday, with the winning bid coming from a prominent cryptocurrency entrepreneur.

Join us for a unique and enlightening afternoon at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar's Lobby Lounge, where art and luxury meet in an exclusive event hosted by Christie’s. "Collecting and Collections: The Art is in the Detail" offers a rare opportunity to explore the fascinating world of art collecting through an engaging afternoon tea experience. Immerse yourself in the art of collecting with insights from Christie’s leading experts, including Brian Matthew Evans, Max Brownawell, and Eleanor Walper. This special event features a curated afternoon tea starting at 2 p.m., followed by a presentation and interactive Q&A session at 2:30 p.m. Fairmont Grand Del Mar on Instagram / TikTok

Six people, including music talent agent Dave Shapiro, were on board a private jet that crashed into a San Diego neighborhood on Thursday.