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Join us for "A Broken Hallelujah" on February 10-11, 2024, at Mandeville Auditorium, as we explore the depths of human emotion through music. Led by distinguished Music Director Emeritus, Steven Schick, this concert promises a transcendent experience. Witness the world premiere of Nasim Khorassani's captivating new work, winner of the prestigious 2024 Nee Commission. Be entranced by Takemitsu's graceful From me flows what you call Time, performed by the acclaimed ensemble Red Fish Blue Fish. Prepare for an evocative journey with Niloufar Nourbakhsh's Veiled, featuring a stunning performance by cellist Robert Bui, complemented by electronics and video. The program culminates with Stravinsky's masterpiece, Le Sacre du Printemps. Don't miss "A Broken Hallelujah," where music speaks to the essence of our existence. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X/Twitter

Ghosts love and like to haunt public libraries. In this spooky multi-media presentation, researchers and investigators from San Diego-based Pacific Paranormal Investigations discuss the science and pseudo-science of modern paranormal investigating. PPI speakers will also share stories from private cases that will leave you laughing, dumbfounded, creeped out, or all of the above. Find out about modern “ghost” hunting technology, the methodology of skeptical inquiry, and how to get started as a paranormal investigator with recommended reading and additional resources. San Diego Central Library on Facebook

Librarians with the San Diego Public Library have put together a list of book recommendations inspired by March Madness and more to read this spring.

Comedy legend Cheech Marin talked about the impact of film "Born in East LA" and its relevance in today's political climate.

The new book Toxic: Women, Fame, and the Tabloid 2000s reassesses a time when popular culture policed, ridiculed and even took down a variety of women in the public eye.

A Kansas family remembers Valentine's Day as the start of panic attacks, life-altering trauma and waking to nightmares of gunfire. They wonder how they'll recover from the Kansas City parade shooting.

People with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias can experience behavior and personality changes. Learn what those changes mean, and new ways to respond. This class is presented by local non-profit Alzheimer's San Diego and is designed for care partners. Pre-registration is recommended. You may register for the event through here. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X/Twitter

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria released his updated budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25 on Tuesday, still reflecting a $172 million deficit but featuring fewer cuts to services than the previous spending plan.

We are excited to announce that the 24th annual San Diego Undersea Film Exhibition is taking place on Friday and Saturday, October 6 and 7 at Irwin M. Jacobs Qualcomm Hall. Join us for two wonderful evenings featuring some of the best underwater films from around the world. There will be a unique program each evening of approximately 15 short films which have been submitted from across the globe and feature large animals such as whales and sharks to tiny ones including colorful nudibranchs and cryptic creatures only seen at night. Tickets are available now through here. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

A new happiness report finds sharp declines in well-being among adolescents and young adults in the U.S. But the picture is better for people aged 60 and older, marking a striking generational divide.