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"Smartphones make our alone time feel more crowded than it used to be," says journalist Derek Thompson. His article in The Atlantic is called "The Anti-Social Century."

The Doomsday Clock now stands at 89 seconds to midnight, the closest to catastrophe in its nearly eight-decade history. Here's a look at how — and why — it's moved.

The North Coast Symphony Orchestra presents Suite Dreams, a concert of popular orchestral suites, on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. at the San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdelena, Encinitas. The performance of orchestral suites includes Bizet’s Carmen Suite No. 1 and Grieg’s Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, as well as Holst’s Japanese Suite and Warlock’s Capriol Suite. North Coast Symphony Orchestra on Facebook

The Village Church Concert Series presents a captivating afternoon of music on Sunday, October 27 as Duo Alloro, a talented cello and guitar duo, fills the sanctuary with their breathtaking blend of melodies. You will hear pieces from composers including Boccherini, de Falla, Offenbach, and Piazzolla, each selected to highlight the rich, vocal-like quality of the cello and the melodic brilliance of the guitar. Duo Alloro features cellist Erica Erenyi and guitarist Fred Benedetti, local artists who are renowned throughout the San Diego music scene. There is no cost, but a free will offering will be taken. The concert begins at 4 p.m. in the sanctuary of the Village Church at 6225 Paseo Delicias in Rancho Santa Fe. The Village Church Concert Series seeks to inspire, nurture and create connections through both secular and sacred performances. For more information on the concert, contact Director of Worship, Juan Carlos Acosta: jacosta@villagechurch.org or visit duoalloro.com.

Join Project Performer Productions for a magical adventure through Wonderland with "Alice in Wonderland Jr.," a vibrant musical featuring talented young performers. Follow young Alice as she tumbles down the rabbit hole into a fantastical land filled with quirky characters like the Mad Hatter, Queen of Hearts, and Cheshire Cat. This vibrant musical adaptation is perfect for families and kids of all ages. The show runs from Thursday, October 17 at 6:30 p.m. to Saturday, October 19. Bring the whole family to experience this whimsical journey filled with lively music and beloved characters.

It is the End of An Era at Aerial Revolution Entertainment. Join us for our Final Showcase at Napa Street before we move to our “Final Destination” on Ronson Road! With over ten years of incredible artistry, performance, comedy, and expertise, we will close this chapter with one last showdown. A combination of the Best AR Halloween has offered over the years intertwined with solos, duos, and trios from our favorite coaches and staff. This is an aerial spooktacular that you will not want to miss, get your tickets now! ALL AGES ARE WELCOME. Children under the age of 12 are FREE with purchase of a youth ticket and an accompanied ticketed adult. Shows are approximately 90 minutes in length and will include music, costuming, and lighting. Refreshments and merchandise will be available to purchase! Show Times: Friday, October 11 at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, October 12 at 7:30 p.m. Aerial Revolution Entertainment on Facebook / Instagram

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. survived heroin addiction and says that if confirmed as head of the Department of Health and Human Services, he'll build treatment "farms" to help people recover.

Charley Crockett has come a long way from his days busking on the streets of New Orleans. Now, he performs at theaters in front of thousands of people. To cap it all off, he's up for his first Grammy.

Valley Arts Festival (VAF) is an annual celebration of Oceanside and its first peoples, today known as the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians, one of the seven tribes of the Luiseño nation. The Luiseño are an indigenous people of California who inhabited the coastal area of Southern California. This year’s free family-friendly festival, themed “Kíicha Nights, Coyote Dreams© “, expands upon the success of the last three years, and will feature even more activities and vendors. VAF is made possible in part by Prebys Foundation and Title Sponsorship by Visit Oceanside. Previous festivals included: • Live Native American flute music with Spiritual Storm • Live Native American blues music with Tracy Lee Nelson • Live Native American storytelling • Interactive community murals for youth and adults • Interactive basket weaving with the Paa'ila Basket Weavers led by Diania Caudell • Native American artists and vendors, including flutes, drums, clothing, and jewelry • Multiple participatory activities for all ages including rock and gourd painting and jewelry making • Indian Fry Bread for purchase This year’s festival will also include: • Live Native American drumming with Dancing Cloud Drumming Circle • Live interactive dancing demonstrations for youth and adults • Enhanced educational area including a three-quarter size Kíicha (traditional home of the Luiseño people, a dome shaped structure made of tule reeds and/or willow branches)

Michael Schur wrote for the The Office and created The Good Place. His new show for Netflix features Ted Danson as a widower who goes undercover in a retirement community.