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A return visit from French-born composer/guitarist Stéphane Wrembel – one of the most highly regarded guitarists in the world specializing in the style of iconic gypsy jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt. Learning his craft among the Gypsies at campsites in the French countryside, Stéphane has had a remarkable career, touring the world & releasing 16 albums. His band includes: Josh Kaye guitar, Ari Folman-Cohen bass, Nick Anderson drums, & special guest Daisy Castro violin. Stephane's original compositions have been featured in three of Woody Allen’s movies including Vicki Cristina Barcelona & Midnight in Paris. The New York Times says "Perhaps the most creative improviser in Gypsy jazz today, Mr. Wrembel plays the guitar with a rich and colorful lyricism." Follow on Social Media! Facebook + Instagram

Honduras opened an embassy in Beijing on Sunday, Chinese state media reported, months after the Central American nation broke off relations with Taiwan to form diplomatic ties with China.

With all that has shifted around in American politics, the Democrats' disconnect from the broad working class is the loss that has cost them the most and threatens them most in the years ahead.

We all experience loss and grief in life, but most of us are never taught what to do with it. Sometimes we are told to "move on" or "get over it," or sometimes we find it easier to push aside our pain. The truth is, the most effective way to reduce the pain of loss is to face it. This half-day workshop presented by BELOVED Compassion Network will guide you in safely facing your pain and cultivating self-compassion for yourself in this difficult time. Certified Compassion Practice facilitator Nancy Fowler will lead this workshop integrating the contemplative, meditative steps of the Compassion Practice as a way to navigate the grief process, care for yourself as you face your pain, and heal after loss.

Start your journey with the Compassion Practice! This 3-week online course will introduce you to the Compassion Practice and how you can integrate this meditative practice into your daily life. During our three virtual sessions on February 13, 20, and 27 from 6:30-8 p.m. PT, we'll gather virtually to explore the foundational principles behind the Compassion Practice and discover practices you can use to start making compassion a way of life. Led by Dale Suggs, MDiv, Certified Facilitator of the Compassion Practice, Certified Spiritual Director, and Co-Founder of the BELOVED Compassion Network.

School shootings, social media, beauty standards. 13-year-olds Erika Young and Norah Weiner delve into what middle school looks like today in their award-winning podcast.

San Diego State University kicks off the new year by bringing in key players from the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra for “Symphony at State” The SDSU School of Music and Dance and SD Winds present “Symphony at State,” a series of masterclasses, panel discussions, and recitals featuring principal members of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. The aforementioned events will take place in January, from the 26 through the 28, all in Rhapsody Hall on SDSU’s main campus. “Symphony at State” kicks off on Thursday, January 26 at 5 p.m. with a trombone masterclass featuring Megumi Kanda (Principal Trombone, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra). On Friday, January 27, Matthew Ernst (Principal Trumpet, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra) will hold a trumpet masterclass at 4 p.m.; Ms Kanda will perform a solo recital at 7 p.m. featuring Janna Ernst, piano. On Saturday, January 28, Ms. Ernst will present a collaborative piano masterclass at 12 p.m. The weekend’s events will conclude at 4 p.m. with a recital by Matthew and Janna Ernst. https://music.sdsu.edu/ Social Media Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

A city inspector was denied access twice to evaluate the new "X" sign on the roof of Twitter's headquarters that was installed without a permit.

Imperial Beach residents will welcome a new mayor to city hall in January, as Mayor Serge Dedina returns to his environmental activism roots. In other news, Veterans needing resources can find them all in one place in Vista this weekend. Plus, we have some weekend arts events worth checking out.

The wealth of the submersible Titan's passengers contrasted with the desperation that pushed hundreds of migrants to leave their homes and try to reach Italy by boat last week.