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Country singer Laura Cantrell has balanced different aspects of her musical life over the course of a 20-plus years career, whether as a recording artist, radio host, writer, or working parent of a high-school-aged musician. Well-known as a recording artist with a devoted following in the U.S. and U.K., and as the host of "Dark Horse Radio," a program devoted to George Harrison on SiriusXM's The Beatles Channel, or as a performer curating "States of Country," her monthly live series exploring regional diversity in country music, Cantrell has expressed her passion for country music through various platforms. This June, she returns with "Just Like A Rose: The Anniversary Sessions," an album of original music celebrating her first 20 years of striking this balance. "Just Like A Rose" is a buoyant collection showcasing Cantrell's songcraft, sense of history, and conviction as a modern woman singing country music. For more information visit: museumofmakingmusic.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

A beloved heirloom variety of New Mexico red chile commands high prices because of its scarcity. Finding farmers to continue cultivating it has become a challenge.

Grossmont College Music Department presents: Grossmont Symphony Orchestra Repertoire: Berlioz Symphonie Fantastique with concerti featuring the orchestra’s principal musicians at the Performing & Visual Arts Center, Bldg 22, 8800 Grossmont College Drive, El Cajon, CA 92020 Friday, March 1, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. Admission: $20 general, $15 senior/military, $5 student

Let Them: BLOOM This work, to sprout emerging voices that lead, inspire, direct, shift, and agitate to success…how do we make sure this energy births agents of change?! We let them, BLOOM! Youth voices bloom as they shape and share their values and narratives about themselves and the world around them through dance, poetry, live music, visual art, and film. transcenDANCE’s annual CREATE production brings forward themes around identity and voice, dignity and human rights, civic engagement and activism. A cast of 70 young performers, ages 9 – 19 years, have collaborated with professional artists to co-create this original work. For more information visit: tdarts.org/bloom Stay Connected on Instagram

Pacific Coast Harmony, an award-winning 4-part harmony a cappella ensemble, is hosting a special guest night Monday August 26, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. in Pappas Hall, below the church at Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 3459 Manchester Ave., Cardiff, CA 92007. This is a great opportunity for people who love to sing to enjoy some fun, inclusive musical activities. Visitors may enjoy just watching the rehearsal or are welcome to join in. iPads are provided with music to help guests sing along. Music reading skills are not required. Music learning is significantly aided by professionally created audio tracks. Pacific Coast Harmony is a mixed a cappella ensemble based in Encinitas, California, under the direction of Bonnie McKibben, an award-winning director, International quartet champion, and recording artist. PCH recently won its division at the Far West District competition in May and competed at the Barbershop Harmony Society International Convention in July. For more information, visit PacificCoastharmony.org or call (619) 427-6669. If you plan to attend, please let us know at PacificCoastHarmonyInfo@gmail.com, so we can welcome you! Visit: https://pacificcoastharmony.org/ Pacific Coast Harmony on Facebook

An authentic and energetic tribute to one of the best-selling artists of all-time, Billy Joel. This show can be summed up in one word: FUN! Billy Nation captures the look and sound of Billy in his prime to create a one-of-a-kind concert experience. Visit: https://www.powayonstage.org/event/billy-nation/ Billy Joel on Instagram and Facebook

Conservative influencer Charlie Kirk has focused his political organization on winning Trump another turn. But many longtime Republicans are concerned about the group's effectiveness.

Edible insect ambassador Joseph Yoon is prepping a Bug Banquet at SDSU and you're invited.

PacArts new executive director talks about the 24th annual film festival and telling Asian stories.

The USD College of Arts and Sciences and Humanities Center, along with Warwick’s bookstore, presents Jen Psaki as she discusses her new book, Say More: Lessons from Work, the White House, and the World. Former White House Press Secretary and current MSNBC host Jen Psaki shares the surprising lessons she's learned on her path to success and offers unique yet universal advice about how to be a more effective communicator in any situation. Psaki will be in with American lawyer, law professor and political commentator, Harry Litman. In Say More, Psaki explains her straightforward approach to communication, walking readers through difficult conversations as well as moments where humor saves the day―whether it is with preschoolers, partners, or presidents. She addresses the best ways to give and receive feedback, how to connect with your audience, how to listen actively, and much more. Say More is the book Psaki wishes she had when she started her career, and is a trove of entertaining, essential lessons from one of the most prominent voices in American politics today. Jen Psaki is the host of MSNBC's Sunday afternoon and Monday evening program, Inside with Jen Psaki. She served as the thirty-fourth White House Press Secretary under President Biden until May 2022. Over the course of her twenty years in public service, Psaki also served as White House Communications Director under President Obama, as the spokesperson for the State Department under then Secretary of State John Kerry, and worked on three presidential campaigns. She lives in Arlington, Virginia, with her husband and two children. Harry Litman is the creator of “Talking San Diego,” an all-new speaker series featuring conversations with some of the nation’s most interesting and prominent figures. A former United States Attorney, Deputy Assistant Attorney General, and clerk to two Supreme Court justices, Litman is also the senior legal columnist for the LA Times op-ed page; a practicing lawyer specializing in constitutional law and the False Claims Act; and a frequent legal and political commentator on MSNBC, CNN, CBS, and NPR. Free admission for USD students and staff by registering with your USD email and promo code. The code will be announced in the Humanities Center newsletter or you may contact us directly at humanitiescenter@sandiego.edu. Free tickets do not include a copy of the book, which will be for sale by Warwick's bookstore. For more information visit: warwicks.com Parking information here When visiting USD, please plan ahead and allow yourself ample time to park your vehicle, pay at a pay station, and take the tram to your desired destination or event.