This July, Birch Aquarium is making a splash with its first-ever Shark Summer! Dive into the world of these amazing animals, with fin-tastic fun for shark fans of all ages! Shark Summer celebrates the vital role sharks play in the ecosystem, while shining a light on the important conservation work and research being done to …
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Opening Reception: Friday, July 19, 6:30–8:30 PM On View: July 20–September 28, 2024 JOSEPH CLAYES III & CAROLYN YORSTON-WELLCOME ROTUNDA GALLERIES 32nd ANNUAL JURIED EXHIBITION One of the most prestigious juried shows in San Diego, selected artists will exhibit their work in our galleries, receive excellent exposure, and mingle with both artists and art lovers …
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Derecho Some storms you can’t hide from. A series of intense storms – a “derecho” – is bearing down on an affluent Virginia neighborhood near D.C., where Eugenia Silva is preparing for a crucial meeting. Eugenia is a politician hoping to join the wave of women of color elected to public office. Her sister Mercedes …
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People & Places: The Art of Street Photography. Jul 29 at 9:00AM - Aug 2 at 3:30PM. La Jolla Historical Society. 780 Prospect Street La Jolla 92037. $450.00.
ATHENAEUM MINI-CONCERTS Every Monday at 12 noon Free concerts at noon every Monday year-round . . . no wonder the Mini-Concerts are the longest-running and one of the most popular classical music series at the library! This series was founded by Glenna Hazleton in 1970 at the Athenaeum, and has been going strong ever since. …
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The San Diego based Gypsy Swing Cats perform an energetic innovated blend of swing jazz and blues. Their music merges gypsy melodies and rhythms with the influences of American jazz reminiscent of Paris in the 1930s: cool charming and classy. The music of The Gypsy Swing Cats is thoroughly modern infused with the wild mysteriously …
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One of today’s most intriguing artists on the British music scene it would be wrong to describe Liverpool-born Mark Simpson as either clarinetist or composer. His musical life is a symbiosis of his performing on the concert platform and poring over his manuscripts. Hailed as a “revelation” (Bachtrack) and “standout” (Guardian) he has now established …
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Tuesday Night Potluck is the show where anyone can go up and try their hand at stand-up comedy. Do you think you have what it takes? Have you ever wondered how a career in stand-up begins? If you answered yes to either of those questions, Tuesday Night Potluck is for you. No Cover, 2 …
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Fast Heart Mart is coming to Hennessey's Tavern in San Diego on Jul 31 2024. Find tickets and get exclusive concert information all at Bandsintown.
Open your mind and ear with former New York Times contributing critic Corinna da Fonseca-Wollheim in a workshop that brings together science mindfulness and live music. At a time of digital overstimulation and political overwhelm listening can feel like an endangered skill. In fact humans are biologically hard-wired to be bad listeners. Find out how …
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Bring your children or grandchildren to the Athenaeum's free Children's Storytime at 3 and 3:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Great for children ages 1 through 9. This is a free event. Reservations are not necessary.
Amadeus comes alive as excerpts from Peter Shaffer’s iconic play are paired with Mozart’s sublime “Gran Partita,” blending dramatic readings with ethereal music for a captivating portrayal of Mozart’s genius. Enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne at these intermission-less concerts. Join your fellow concertgoers for a celebratory toast in the Wu Tsai QRT.yrd following each …
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This event is free and open to the public; free seating is subject to available space on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure seating, reserve one book per person through Warwick’s for everyone in your party. Warwick's presents Jeralyn Glass as she discusses and signs her new book, Sacred Vibrations: The Transformative Power of Crystalline Sound and Music. Jeralyn Glass is an internationally …
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Thursday, August 1, 2024 - 10:00am PDT Warwick's presents Michelle Moran as she discusses her new book, Maria: A Novel of Maria Von Trapp, in conversation with Rachel McMillan. Michelle Moran is the internationally bestselling author …
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This “takeover” concert, curated by renowned composer Thomas Adès, showcases him as composer, teacher, pianist, and conductor, and includes the U.S. premiere of “Forgotten Dances” with international guitar sensation Sean Shibe.
Warwick's presents Michelle Moran as she discusses her new book Maria: A Novel of Maria Von Trapp in conversation with Rachel McMillan. Michelle Moran is the internationally bestselling author of eight historical novels. A California native with a Master's in Education she was inspired to write historical novels by her experiences on archeological digs.
Join Us for Trilogy Sanctuary's 10 Year Anniversary Celebration ** Dear Beloved Community, With hearts full of gratitude and joy, we invite you to join us for a three-day journey of celebration and connection as Trilogy Sanctuary marks its 10 year anniversary! The time has flown by, and at the same time, we cannot imagine …
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With hearts full of gratitude and joy we invite you to join us for a three-day journey of celebration and connection as Trilogy Sanctuary marks its 10 year anniversary! The time has flown by and at the same time we cannot imagine a La Jolla without Trilogy! This milestone is a tribute to the incredible …
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Lean into tranquility. Start the weekend off right with a mindful Vinyasa flow in the ocean-view El Jardin garden, Friday's June 14th - August 30th at 8:30 AM. Both Hotel Guests and Drop-In visitors are required to reserve their spot. Hotel Guests: Complimentary Locals Drop-In: $25
Join us at the First Friday Art Walk a FREE La Jolla Village event highlighting the growing gallery community along with emerging artist pop-ups. Wander through 26 galleries and pop-up artists scattered across the charming streets of La Jolla. Immerse yourself in an evening filled with sips, snacks, and a vibrant tapestry of artwork. Don't …
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A journey through the Baroque era’s most imaginative and whimsical works, featuring Telemann’s Don Quixote Suite and Purcell’s The Fairy Queen, capturing the essence of storytelling through music.
This concert unites the poignant Mendelssohn siblings’ works—Fanny’s unduly neglected remarkable work and Felix’s stirring String Quartet, a reaction to her early passing—with compositions by artists silenced or oppressed during WWII. It embodies the spirit of perseverance and the unbreakable will of the human spirit through music. F. MENDELSSOHN Piano Trio in D Minor, Op.11 …
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Observe the intricate rehearsal process that goes into every SummerFest performance and engage in conversation with the artists during post-rehearsal Q&As. No registration required. See you there!
On Saturday August 3rd from 6:00 PM onwards La Valencia is presenting a live performance by Aura Walmer at 1132 Prospect St La Jolla CA 92037. Aura Walmer is a versatile musician known for her diverse repertoire spanning genres such as blues pop R&B jazz and classic rock. For more information visit La Valencia's website …
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Five-time winner of the San Diego Music Awards for Best Big Band, Big Time Operator is true to the past yet totally contemporary. This 17-piece orchestra plays American classics and big band hits, spanning the golden age of Big Band Swing, the sultry rhythms of Latin, and the timeless melodies of the American songbook. Continuing …
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Athenaeum Music & Arts Library 1008 Wall Street La Jolla, CA 92037 Sundays, July 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2024 4 PM We are pleased to announce the dates for the 25th Athenaeum Summer Festival, a series of four concerts that will feature virtuoso pianist Gustavo Romero. For 24 years, the Athenaeum has presented unforgettable …
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ATHENAEUM MINI-CONCERTS Every Monday at 12 noon Free concerts at noon every Monday year-round . . . no wonder the Mini-Concerts are the longest-running and one of the most popular classical music series at the library! This series was founded by Glenna Hazleton in 1970 at the Athenaeum, and has been going strong ever since. …
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Monday August 5 2024 11:30 AM 1:00 PM La Jolla Woman's Club 7791 Draper AvenueSan Diego CA 92037
Acclaimed for his stellar stage presence and joyous musicianship cellist Sterling Elliott is a 2021 Avery Fisher Career Grant recipient and the winner of the Senior Division of the 2019 National Sphinx Competition. Already in his young career he has appeared with many major orchestras and is fast becoming a favorite on the summer festival …
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Tuesday Night Potluck is the show where anyone can go up and try their hand at stand-up comedy. Do you think you have what it takes? Have you ever wondered how a career in stand-up begins? If you answered yes to either of those questions, Tuesday Night Potluck is for you. No Cover, 2 …
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From Academy Award-winning directing duo Ben Proudfoot and Kris Bowers The Last Repair Shop grants access to the nondescript warehouse in the heart of downtown Los Angeles in which a dwindling handful of devoted craftspeople maintain over 80 000 student musical instruments the largest remaining workshop in America of its kind.
oin us every Tuesday for an extended Happy Hour from 3 PM to close with discounted cocktails and craft beers, plus gourmet appetizers. Perfect for professionals seeking relaxation and networking in a sophisticated yet casual setting.
Bring your children or grandchildren to the Athenaeum's free Children's Storytime at 3 and 3:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Great for children ages 1 through 9. This is a free event. Reservations are not necessary.
Warwick’s presents Jack Givens and Doug Brunk as they discuss and sign their new book They Call Me Goose: My Life in Kentucky Basketball and Beyond. Jack “Goose” Givens formerly an American collegiate and professional basketball player spent many years working as a broadcaster and real estate developer. He currently serves as the vice president of business development and …
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Join Aldea La Jolla for Summer Songs featuring Godoyo Music every week this Summer. Patrons can indulge in coastal flavors inspired by Baja with La Jolla soul. Live music is paired with an unbeatable happy hour under the summer night skies. Don't miss out, make your reservations today. Every Wednesday Inside Aldea 5:00 PM - …
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In August film critic and scholar Beth Accomando will return to host Flicks on the Bricks. The Athenaeum's outdoor movie series Flicks on the Bricks makes it possible for you to enjoy classic movies that you love while enjoying the beautiful summer night on the patio of the Athenaeum.
The Athenaeum's outdoor movie series, Flicks on the Bricks makes it possible for you to enjoy classic movies that you love while enjoying the beautiful summer night on the patio of the Athenaeum. In August, film critic and scholar Beth Accomando will return to host Flicks on the Bricks. This year, she has chosen four …
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We will read picture books move our bodies act out stories and sing fun songs and silly rhymes to build our skills with words and language.
La Jolla Music Society (LJMS) welcomes artists representing far-ranging genres from chamber music and jazz to world music dance and beyond to San Diego.
Lean into tranquility. Start the weekend off right with a mindful Vinyasa flow in the ocean-view El Jardin garden, Friday's June 14th - August 30th at 8:30 AM. Both Hotel Guests and Drop-In visitors are required to reserve their spot. Hotel Guests: Complimentary Locals Drop-In: $25
Make a beautiful flower arrangement to take home! Classes are taught by master artist Jackie Zhang of the Ohara School of Ikebana. Contact Jackie Zhang directly at (858) 337-5671 or [email protected] to sign up. You can also go to www.sakuralj.com Registration for the class is required at least three days in advance. $25 per class to …
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Writing can sometimes feel like a lonely endeavor, but a good read and critique group can help you feel supported and connected to a writing community. Join Friday Writers, a read and critique group that will offer thoughtful feedback and guidance in your writing endeavors. At each meeting, we will read and discuss a contemporary …
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Join us in the beautiful seaside town of La Jolla, California for a tour of the prestigious Liebner/Ivans Residence! A unique home, one of a selection of exceptional modernist custom-built homes in this artist enclave, the Liebner/Ivans house was designed in 1961 and masterfully restored in 2019. This historic landmark is rarely opened to the …
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La Valencia Hotel in La Jolla California will host an acoustic performance by singer-songwriter Kinnie Dye on Saturday August 10th at 11:00 AM. Dye specializes in folk and pop music.
This year’s SummerFest Gala will be celebrated under the stars on the shore of La Jolla’s famed Windansea Beach. Our evening begins with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in a hundred-year-old Moorish courtyard then moves for dinner to an oceanfront lawn just in time for sunset.
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Athenaeum Music & Arts Library 1008 Wall Street La Jolla, CA 92037 Sundays, July 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2024 4 PM We are pleased to announce the dates for the 25th Athenaeum Summer Festival, a series of four concerts that will feature virtuoso pianist Gustavo Romero. For 24 years, the Athenaeum has presented unforgettable …
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On the third Thursday of every month, the museum offers free admission to all visitors. No reservations are required for Third Thursday admission. Free Public Tour: Focused Narratives 5PM: A guided tour that takes a deeper dive into the themes and artworks in Forecast Form: Art in the Caribbean Diaspora, 1990s–Today. Limited capacity. No RSVPs required. Meet in …
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On the second Sunday of every month, the museum offers free admission to all visitors. No reservations are required for Second Sunday admission. From 10AM – 5PM, explore The Collection Galleries, The Sculpture Garden, and special exhibitions.
ATHENAEUM MINI-CONCERTS Every Monday at 12 noon Free concerts at noon every Monday year-round . . . no wonder the Mini-Concerts are the longest-running and one of the most popular classical music series at the library! This series was founded by Glenna Hazleton in 1970 at the Athenaeum, and has been going strong ever since. …
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The Washington Post describes acclaimed composer and cellist Paul Wiancko as “a restless and multifaceted talent who plays well with others”—a reference to his substantial collaborations with diverse artists like Max Richter Chick Corea Norah Jones Arcade Fire and The National.
Yoga class at The Jolla Bridge Club hosted every second Monday of the month from 4-5pm. This month we are promoting an Art & Movement event featuring a local artist. There will be a yoga movement class by Kreative from 4-5pm, as well as featured canvas paintings of the artist Boris Nissyn. This is a …
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Radical. Magical. Unforgettable. A groundbreaking new theatrical experience about the rise and rise of a superstar. Sasha Velour is “a glossy, living piece of art” (Interview Magazine) and a true polymath – a gender-fluid drag queen, author, activist, artist and winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race who has performed her fantastical shows to sold-out audiences around …
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Tuesday Night Potluck is the show where anyone can go up and try their hand at stand-up comedy. Do you think you have what it takes? Have you ever wondered how a career in stand-up begins? If you answered yes to either of those questions, Tuesday Night Potluck is for you. No Cover, 2 …
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Radical. Magical. Unforgettable. A groundbreaking new theatrical experience about the rise and rise of a superstar. Sasha Velour is “a glossy, living piece of art” (Interview Magazine) and a true polymath – a gender-fluid drag queen, author, activist, artist and winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race who has performed her fantastical shows to sold-out audiences around …
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Bring your children or grandchildren to the Athenaeum's free Children's Storytime at 3 and 3:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Great for children ages 1 through 9. This is a free event. Reservations are not necessary.
Bella Woof is a top San Diego dog boutique offering professional grooming certified training & premium pet products. Pamper your pet today!
Warwick's presents J’nell Ciesielski as she discusses her new book The Winged Tiara in conversation with Rachel McMillan. Bestselling author J’nell Ciesielski has a passion for heart-stopping adventure and sweeping love stories while weaving fresh takes into romances of times gone by. When not creating dashing heroes and daring heroines she can be found dreaming of Scotland indulging in …
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The Athenaeum's outdoor movie series, Flicks on the Bricks makes it possible for you to enjoy classic movies that you love while enjoying the beautiful summer night on the patio of the Athenaeum. In August, film critic and scholar Beth Accomando will return to host Flicks on the Bricks. This year, she has chosen four …
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On the third Thursday of every month the museum will offer free admission to all visitors and remain open late until 8 PM. Visitors can visit the museum and receive a free themed Gallery Guide-led tour beginning at 6 PM.
We will read picture books move our bodies act out stories and sing fun songs and silly rhymes to build our skills with words and language.
Lean into tranquility. Start the weekend off right with a mindful Vinyasa flow in the ocean-view El Jardin garden, Friday's June 14th - August 30th at 8:30 AM. Both Hotel Guests and Drop-In visitors are required to reserve their spot. Hotel Guests: Complimentary Locals Drop-In: $25
Make a beautiful flower arrangement to take home! Classes are taught by master artist Jackie Zhang of the Ohara School of Ikebana. Contact Jackie Zhang directly at (858) 337-5671 or [email protected] to sign up. You can also go to www.sakuralj.com Registration for the class is required at least three days in advance. $25 per class to …
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Writing can sometimes feel like a lonely endeavor, but a good read and critique group can help you feel supported and connected to a writing community. Join Friday Writers, a read and critique group that will offer thoughtful feedback and guidance in your writing endeavors. At each meeting, we will read and discuss a contemporary …
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New Member Tour Athenaeum Music & Arts Library Saturday, August 17, 2024 11 AM New Member Tours are given by the librarian on the third Saturday of every month at 11 a.m. Members and nonmembers alike are welcome to attend. The librarian will give a tour of the library's space, collections, and a brief history. …
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