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Israel said it was targeting a building in the Dahiyeh suburb used by Hezbollah to store drones, after early morning rockets were fired from southern Lebanon toward northern Israel on Friday.

The La Jolla Symphony and Chorus will perform new works by Gabriella Smith and Vivian Fung alongside impressionist compositions by Debussy, Ravel and Fauré.

Bring your children or grandchildren to the Athenaeum's free Children's Storytime at 3 and 3:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Great for children ages 1 through 9. This is a free event. Reservations are not necessary. “One of the greatest gifts adults can give—to their offspring and to their society—is to read to children.”— CARL SAGAN Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

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Union Hall Gallery presents: In Pursuit of Light, paintings by Lester Machado From July 6 – August 18 the community arts space will host new works by San Diego plein air painter Lester Machado Union Hall Gallery, a community arts space in Golden Hill, is proud to present the summer exhibition "In Pursuit of Light” in partnership with Santa Ysabel Art Gallery, featuring new works by plein air painter Lester Machado. His work reflects the enduring tradition of Plein Air Impressionism thriving in Southern California. The solo exhibition features fifty new paintings by Machado. The exhibit also includes a collection of works by renown artists who inspire and provide context for Machado’s artistic Language of contemporary realism. “I find inspiration in the unique beauty of the Light we have in San Diego. The softness of a foggy morning or the sharpness of summer’s glare illuminate our special home, San Diego.” Opening Reception: Saturday, July 6th 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Gallery Hours: Fridays 2 p.m. – 6 pm, Saturdays & Sundays: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., and by appointment. For further information or to book an appointment, please contact info@unionhallgallery.org Visit: Union Hall Gallery Lester Machado Art on Instagram Union Hall Gallery on Instagram

A Turkish student living and studying lawfully in the U.S. was arrested by federal immigration officers. A lawyer explains to NPR some of the basic rights people have in such a situation.

The San Diego Chapter of the California Native Plant Society (CNPS) is hosting its annual native plant sale at Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead in Escondido this year! Come explore the historic Sikes Adobe Farmhouse and its surrounding native gardens to inspire plant purchases for your home, yard, balcony, or restorative, water saving, & fire resilient landscape. Browse an extensive selection of California native shade trees, water-wise shrubs, seasonal flowers, bunch grasses, ground covers, and succulents sourced from CNPS and Southern California native plant nurseries: SAN DIEGO COUNTY Moosa Creek Nursery - moosacreeknursery.com Native West - nativewest.com Neel’s Nursery - neelsnursery.com ORANGE COUNTY Tree of Life - californianativeplants.com LOS ANGELES COUNTY El Nativo Nursery - elnativogrowers.com Theodore Payne - theodorepayne.org SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY Native Sons Nursery - nativeson.com Las Pilitas Nursery - laspilitas.com In addition to live native plants, the open-air garden market will include vendor booths offering seeds, bulbs, books, wildlife arts and crafts, and expert advice from seasoned landscape professionals. Food trucks will be available to provide refreshments as supplies last. Partner organizations will provide information on local programs and share some secrets of the wild! Make friends with great folk and learn about these amazing organizations and how they protect, restore, and enhance our open spaces and conservation areas. Learn about ReWilding efforts, water savings programs, and upcoming events great for families of all ages! Check out the native gardens of the historic adobe and the efforts of the San Dieguito River Park volunteers and Rangers to rebuild and preserve this cultural gem at Lake Hodges on the banks of the San Dieguito River where the newest cross county ‘Coast to Crest Trail’ is now being pieced together. Discover this hiking and biking paradise and share connecting moments with friends and family. Create new wildlife habitat around your home and join a peaceful celebration of life with those who share your love of plants and wildlife in San Diego. For more information, please visit the CNPS San Diego website: https://www.cnpssd.org/fall-plant-sale-2024 California Native Plant Society on Instagram and Facebook

NPR readers share their best methods for finding missing objects — from tiny screws to lost wallets. One favorite tip? Use a good flashlight.

This is a rental event presented by Attila Glatz Concert Productions. Artists subject to change without notice. Though certain San Diego Symphony musicians will appear on this concert, the full Orchestra itself will not. Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert is a joyful, lively experience that has delighted audiences in San Diego for more than 20 years. Every holiday season, this beloved tradition bursts to life at Jacob Music Center's Copley Symphony Hall with music, bright costumes, and lush flowers. As dancers enliven timeless melodies, including the Blue Danube Waltz, the Maestro regales the audience with stories (and a joke or two) from the conductor’s podium. Ring in 2025 with soaring arias, romantic duets, and festive overtures, courtesy of the “Waltz King,” Johann Strauss Jr. This beloved musical celebration evokes the enchantment and grandeur of Vienna’s Golden Age with a new cast and musical program each year. Performed by some of Europe’s finest singers, internationally celebrated dancers, and a full orchestra conducted by an expert in Viennese music, this concert experience is the perfect way to greet the New Year. Just like a champagne toast at midnight, it wouldn’t be New Year’s without Salute to Vienna! Visit: https://www.sandiegosymphony.org/performances/salute-to-vienna-new-years-concert/ San Diego Symphony on Instagram and Facebook

The THEATRE ORGAN SOCIETY of San Diego will present a unique program on Saturday August 10, 2024 at 2 p.m. featuring RYOKI YAMAGUCHI – Japan’s premier Theatre Organist. RYOKI’s concert performance will feature theatre organ favorites and Americana selections played on our 4 Manual 24 Rank 1927 WURLITZER Theatre Pipe Organ. Mr. Yamaguchi is a graduate of the Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music and has distinguished himself as an exceptionally talented musician in classical and theatre organ circles. He tours extensively throughout the world and has played in notable world class venues. RYOKI has a special connection with San Diego. In 2022, the American Theatre Organ Society’s National Convention was held in San Diego and he surprised and dazzled audiences as a featured concert artist. Shortly thereafter, he returned to San Diego to record a new album on our 1927 WURLIZTER. His newly released CD musically honors the connection between TOKYO and SAN DIEGO – as well as between RYOKI and our appreciative audiences. Join us on Saturday August 10th at 2 p.m. at the Trinity Presbyterian Church 3902 Kenwood in Spring Valley, CA. to hear this exceptional talent. Tickets are $20 at the door or $17 if purchased in advance. For more information and advance purchases, go to the Theatre Organ Society of San Diego website (www.tossd1.org). *****ADDITIONAL INFO Follows on THEATRE ORGAN SOCITY of San Diego ***** WHO we are, WHY we are here, and WHAT we do. • The THEATRE ORGAN SOCIETY of SAN DIEGO is a volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of the theatre organ and its art form. • We present quality entertainment featuring our 1927 WURLITZER Theater Pipe Organ in concerts, authentic accompaniment to silent films and novelty performances. • We engage various highly talented, professional theater organists for our Program Series to provide variety in musical style and program content. Visit: https://www.tossd1.org/ Theater Organ Society of San Diego on Facebook and YouTube