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Meet the candidates and learn what's at stake with KPBS' Nov. 5, 2024 election guide for the California U.S. Senate race.

In his album Amours Interdites (Forbidden Love) French pianist David Kadouch explores music by gay composers who concealed their sexuality in societies that wouldn't otherwise accept them.

Talking San Diego is pleased to announce that Congressman Jamie Raskin, a fourth-term Democratic representative from Maryland’s 8th Congressional District, will join Harry Litman, founder of Talking San Diego and Talking Feds, for a vital conversation on gun violence, gun safety, and the Second Amendment. Raskin is known for leading the second impeachment against former President Trump and his key contributions to the House Judiciary Committee. Parking available on site. Tickets are limited, so please secure your spot only if you plan to attend. Thank you for your understanding!

Dia de los Muertos Theater Favorite “Journey of the Skeletons” Returns to San Diego Former La Jolla Playhouse hit was the region’s first Día de Muertos theater comedy “Journey of the Skeletons,” the Dia de los Muertos comedy that started as a San Diego County educational project and became an international hit, is back. So is the cast of multicultural spirits, the Aztec god of death and one very testy underworld jaguar. “Journey of the Skeletons” will run Nov. 1 and 2 at The Chrysalis Theater in the Monarch Center for the Arts, 1805 Main Street in Logan Heights. Curtain is 7 p.m. The Chrysalis is a new 100-seat performing arts space built to support the Monarch School for homeless students and provide arts opportunities for the Logan Heights community. “It’s a great project and a cool space,” said director Hector Rivera. “This show remains a wonderful way to learn about the beautiful Dia de los Muertos holiday going back to its Aztec origins. It’s fun for the entire family.” Written by Southwestern College professor Dr. Max Branscomb, the playwright of “La Pastorela” for 33 years and the 47-year-old Bonitafest Melodrama, “Journey of the Skeletons” has been produced throughout California, Northern Mexico and at the Cultural Olympics in Sydney, Australia. It had a sold-out run in 2014 at the La Jolla Playhouse. It was commissioned in 1996 by the San Diego Council for Arts Education. “Journey of the Skeletons” is the story of Memo, a Latino angel who invites two Heavenly buddies – one White, one Black – to join him on his Dia de los Muertos journey to Earth to meet his familia and indulge in the offerings left on his altar. Along the way they encounter the Aztec god of death, Mictlantecuhtli (Luis Angel Prado), and his evil jaguar, Colmillos (Ella Aldridge), who threaten to lock them away for eternity in the underworld. Cagey Memo bets that the skeletons can trick the uber-competitive Mictlantecuhtli in a life-or-death game just as Quezalcoatl had eons earlier. “‘Skeletons’ is one of my fave shows and Hector directs it with a very nice touch,” Branscomb said. “It is an honor to produce it at the Monarch Center for the Arts. We’ve got an excellent cast of international actors who have come together to create a meaningful work of theater art for our community.” Branscomb said he has always loved Dia de los Muertos, but admitted he was nervous when approached to write a play about death rituals of America and the borderlands. “You know I write musical-comedies, verdad?” he recalled telling SDCAE staff. “But I was inspired by reading Octavio Paz and the Latino concept of laughing about death and celebrating it as an inevitable part of life. People in New Orleans and other parts of the world have similar customs, so the idea of multicultural angels came together nicely.” Rivera, Rhys Green and Joe Nogra play the angels/skeletons. Green performed in the La Jolla Playhouse production in 2014. Actor/writer Ella Aldridge, a 16-year-old junior at the San Diego School of the Creative and Performing Arts, said she learned much about the traditions of Dia de los Muertos playing Colmillos the jaguar. “It’s an ancient tradition and very heartfelt,” she said. “Making altars for loved ones is a lovely practice that came from Mexico and is now part of San Diego County culture. They are so beautiful and the belief that the love and caring that goes into them nourishes the spirits of ancestors is so powerful.” Tickets are $21 general admission, $15 for early birds, seniors, students, military and educators. Children 12 and under are $12. To purchase tickets call (619) 227-4686 or go to journeyoftheskeletons2024@gmail.com. Max Branscomb mbranscomb@swccd.edu drmaxbranscomb@outlook.com (October 29 – November 4) (619) 997-9054 Ella Aldridge (619) 931-4751 egrace0052@gmail.com

The 47th annual Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands, one of Southern California’s largest and oldest high school marching band competitions, is set for Saturday, Oct. 26 at Mt. Carmel High School in Rancho Penasquitos. The tournament will showcase the music and artistic pageantry of 30 high school marching bands from across Southern California and will feature both parade and field show competitions. Field show performances by small bands will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Mt. Carmel’s Sundevil Stadium, followed by a free parade band review from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the school’s parking lot. Field shows with large bands are planned from 3:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Sundevil Stadium. Food, drink and merchandise concessions will be available throughout the day and evening. Tickets for the field shows can be purchased the day of the tournament at the stadium ticket window. General admission prices are $15 for adults; $12 for students, seniors and military; and free for children 5 and under. Reserved seating in the stadium’s center section is available for $25 and can be purchased either the day of the event, or in advance at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-mt-carmel-tournament-of-bands-reserved-seating-tickets-1005237220587. Tickets include admission to both the morning and afternoon/evening field shows, as well as for all award presentations. Mt. Carmel High School is located at 9550 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego 92129. The school’s parking lot will not be available for public parking the day of the event, so spectators should park in the neighborhoods surrounding the school. The tournament is the single-largest fundraiser for the school’s music program. Proceeds will benefit the nonprofit Mt. Carmel Music Foundation and will be used to support the school’s band, color guard and orchestra programs. For more information, visit www.mchsbandtournament.com or email tournament@mchsmusic.org. Visit: https://www.mchsmusic.org/tournament Mt. Carmel Tournament of the Bands on Facebook

Filipino Loving People (FLP) Festival is an exhilarating outdoor music event representing four decades of local, national, and international artists. Located against the scenic backdrop of San Diego Bay, centrally located downtown, accessible within minutes by public transportation, an international airport, and cruise ships, This year’s event takes place during Filipino American History Month on Saturday, October 12 from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. at WaterfrontPark, 1600 Pacific Highway, San Diego CA 92101 Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/filipino-loving-people-festival-flp-festival-tickets-972608587467?aff=oddtdtcreator FPL Festival on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for a fun night of painting and sipping on November 2 in Old Town at Vino Migrante! Come celebrate Día de Los Muertos by creating a beautiful Frida tribute painting created and taught by local artist Christy Ross! Your art will be immortal by the end of the night! 21+

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Fan fiction — unsanctioned, unofficially published works based on popular novels or films — was intentionally never mainstream. The coming months will see a trio of titles by popular Draco and Hermione — Dramione — fanfic authors.

26 participating venues throughout Mission Hills! ABOUT: Experience an evening of palate pleasing tastes in Mission Hills, one of San Diego’s premiere dining destinations. Whether you are a foodie, a culinary adventurer, are curious about the Mission Hills food scene, or happen to be a longtime Mission Hills aficionado, our Restaurant Owners, Chefs, Cheese Mongers, Baristas, Bakers, and Gelato Makers will create preparations sure to captivate your taste buds. From international to local, twenty-six (26) participating purveyors of delicious tastes, including long established and two very new arrivals in Mission Hills, will be featured at the 12th Annual Taste of Mission Hills happening on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. And, included in the price of each TASTE ticket is trolley transportation to within steps of each participating venue. The more than 5-mile TASTE route includes TASTE locations on West Lewis Street, Fort Stockton Drive, Goldfinch Street, West Washington Street, Reynard Way and India Street, and promises the 12th Annual Taste of Mission Hills will be the TASTE to remember in 2024! Taste of Mission Hills is hosted by the Mission Hills Business Improvement District and it is the annual fundraiser for this non-profit organization, whose year-round efforts enhance the vibrancy of this neighborhood. Public event funding from the State of California and the City of San Diego supports our efforts. This year’s Title Sponsor is US Bank, Mission Hills branch whose generous donation supports the growth of the event and helps keep ticket prices low. TICKET INFORMATION: In addition to purchasing online, you may purchase tickets in-person in Mission Hills (Cash or Credit* accepted) at one of the following locations: - US Bank, 610 West Washington Street - All American Tailor, 325 West Washington Street - The Keratin Shop, 902 West University Avenue Only 600 tickets will be sold. Purchasing in advance at one of the above locations will allow ticket holders to avoid picking up tickets at WILL CALL on the date of the event. *Tickets purchased with a credit card will include a small processing fee. WILL CALL: Will Call takes place at Lazy Acres Natural Market, 422 West Washington Street San Diego, CA 92103. Tasters who purchase online tickets MUST present proof of purchase at WILL CALL on the date of the event, between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m., to pick up their physical ticket. If you purchase your ticket in-person at one of the locations listed above, you will be provided your ticket(s) at the point of sale and do not need to go to WILL CALL. **Please Note: WILL CALL will close promptly at 6 p.m. to allow volunteers time to enjoy the evening’s Taste event. Lazy Acres Natural Market has asked us to remind tasters that the parking lot is ONLY for use by those who are shopping at the market. FREE TROLLEY SERVICE Tickets to the 12th Annual Taste of Mission Hills include FREE Old Town Trolley shuttle transportation within steps of all participating taste venues on West Lewis Street, Ft. Stockton Drive, Goldfinch Street, West Washington Street, Reynard Way and India Street. The trolley will provide a continuous loop beginning at 5 p.m. and running until 9 p.m. 2024 PARTICIPATING VENUES: Bar by Red Door Burger Deck Cake Cardellino Communion Mission Hills El Indio Falcon Liquor Farmer's Bottega Fiori’s Pizza Fort Oak Gelato Vero Caffé Grab & Go Subs Harley Gray Kitchen & Bar Hills Wine & Spirits Karina’s Ceviches & More Kettle & Stone La Puerta Lazy Acres Natural Market Lefty’s Chicago Pizzeria Lewis + Fay Paradis Pizza e Birra Rubicon Deli Saffron Thai Sushi Deli 1 Venissimo Cheese Visit: https://missionhillsbid.com/taste/