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Arthur Frommer, who revolutionized travel with his 1957 guidebook Europe on 5 Dollars a Day, has died at 95, his daughter confirmed Monday.

The electronic music producer's family and collaborators spent three years completing the album SOPHIE with the pieces she left behind after her death.

A Songwriter’s Serenade features an evening blend of acoustic singer/songwriter talent Friday, August 2nd from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. performing at the Maritime Museum of San Diego aboard the elegant Victorian-era 1898 steam ferryboat Berkeley. The audience will enjoy an evening of Pop, Folk, Alternative and Americana music genre performances featuring longtime Maritime Museum of San Diego leader, curator, muse and master songwriter Mark Montijo, professional and songwriting power duo Stucky Leigh and international performing songwriter, maker of movies and music Gregory Page. Mark will be accompanied by multi-instrumental artist Lenny Bole. Mark Montijo, former Maritime Museum Curator, Chief Administrator, and Vice President, now spends much of his time writing and performing original music, a career he abandoned in his youth. American Songwriter Magazine generously described his music as “... brilliant songwriting, evoking that gentle, poignant place John Prine brought us to so often, merging the sorrow with some laughter...”, and his recently recorded song “Someone Can Fly” earned him an Outstanding Achievement in Songwriting Award at the 19th Annual Great American Song Contest. Born and raised in San Diego, Lauren Leigh is a professional vocalist and award-winning songwriter known for her unique and versatile voice and powerhouse soul. Lauren has been recognized with five nominations for the San Diego Music Awards and won Best Pop Song in 2022 for her original song “Trust Fall”. She recently paired with Will Stucky, a relative newcomer to San Diego to form the duo Stucky Leigh. Will’s musical background includes a music composition degree in Oklahoma. Now residing in California, he has continued to view music as the main source for experiencing joy, expressing grief, & connecting with good people. London born international performing songwriter Gregory Page spent much of his adult life as a working musician, writing, performing, and traveling the world with his catalog of songs that highlight his unique perspective on life. Page’s music has been featured on BBC, NPR, and film and television soundtracks. Page has also worked with an extensive list of amazing artists, most recently writing and touring with Jason Mraz, but also sharing the stage with other likeminded legends including John Prine, Bob Dylan, John Doe, Jewel, and John C. Reilly. For more information visit: sdmaritime.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Join us for this FREE event on The Old Globe's Copley Plaza! The Legendary Grace Towers returns with her posse of Drag Superstars to surprise and delight the people of San Diego, with our very own DJ Miki Vale, who will feature tracks and performances from local LGBTQIA+ artists. We will have drag, dancing, singing, spoken word, and fun for the whole family. This party is not to be missed! Visit: https://www.theoldglobe.org/edp-pages/2024/axis-event-globe-pride/ The Old Globe on Facebook / Instagram

Curated by Lizzie Zelter and Jacqueline Marino, this new two-person exhibition at Two Rooms Gallery in La Jolla features the always-striking work of artists Max Lofano and Joshua Moreno. While both artists are known for their installation and site-specific work, this exhibit shows off their experimentation with other media like film, sculpture and drawing. Opens with a reception from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, July 26 and is on view through Aug. 30. Free. Related links: Two Rooms Gallery: website | Instagram

The now-former Fox News host reached a settlement to resolve an accusation against him, but a recently released memo brought the issue back into the public eye.

Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV + Encore Sunday, Nov. 24 at 6:30 p.m. on KPBS2 / Stream now with KPBS Passport! Grab a front-row seat to the country and blues singer’s first-ever show at the fabled auditorium in downtown Nashville before a sellout crowd. Crockett performs songs from his deep catalog of 12 albums and counting, along with his ace band, The Blue Drifters. Performances include “The Man from Waco,” “Cowboy Candy,” “Just Like Honey,” and songs by George Jones, Jerry Reed, T-Bone Walker and more.

Become a historian! Learn to edit Wikipedia pages and contribute to making knowledge more accessible. This summer, join us in editing, writing, and improving a local San Diego history article. We will be using special primary source resources from our special collections. This is a three part series. Attendees can register for one and attend all or some. Please note the room location changes on different days.

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has directed county officials not to count mail ballots for the general election that arrived on time but in envelopes missing the correct date handwritten by voters.

Come enjoy the original social media, storytelling, with members of Storytellers of San Diego. Rita Mooney hosts and emcees the proceedings, always lively, up close and live--with no notes--Moth-style. Personal, folkloric and literary stories will enliven the Template stage with Fred Laskowski, Arlyn Hackett, Mindy Donner, and introducing Emily Stamets and Milo Shapiro. Storytellers will reveal the Before, During and After. Great java is available in an arts-filled, eclectic atmosphere. Ages 12 and up.