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The 80th Annual Nisei Week Returns to Little Tokyo

By Greer Wylder

August 15, 2022

Celebrate Japanese and Japanese American heritage and traditions during the 80th annual Nisei Week Japanese Festival, one of Los Angeles’ largest Japanese cultural experiences, taking place through Sunday, August 21.As one of the nation’s longest-running multi-weekend ethnic festivals, Nisei Week pays homage to those who blazed the trail for Japanese-American tradition within the vibrant city of Los Angeles during two weekends of free, family-friendly cultural events, interactive activities, live music, and more. Pioneer Luncheon & Spirit AwardsWednesday, August 17, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Double Tree by HiltonA gathering to honor our friends and leaders in the Southern California Japanese American…

Bristol Farms’ Upcoming Hatch Chile Season

By Greer Wylder

August 12, 2022

Hatch Heads can rejoice because it’s that time of year again for the Hatch Chile and Bristol Farms annual Hatch Chile Festival, starting on August 13. As the summer heats up, the premiere Southern California gourmet grocer will really bring the heat, offering fresh Hatch Chilies, a variety of Hatch grocery items, Hatch-flavored meats and seafood, freshly prepared foods all with Hatch Chiles, and a live roasting event that will take place outside the Newport Beach location on September 3. These special chilies are grown in the New Mexico desert, which provides a unique growing climate where they thrive in…

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park: Jennifer Hudson, Elvis Costello and More!

By Greer Wylder

August 12, 2022

The San Diego Symphony continues its landmark summer lineup at its incredible waterfront venue, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park this August + September with even more performances by the Symphony and a variety of other artists. Those traveling to San Diego should not miss out on the chance to enjoy world-class music at The Rady Shell’s gorgeous outdoor setting. Concert highlights for August + September: August Concert Highlights Friday, Aug. 12 | The Princess Bride in ConcertSaturday, Aug. 13 | The Music of John Williams: 90th Birthday CelebrationSunday, Aug. 14 | Trombone Shorty’s Voodoo Threauxdown Tuesday, Aug. 16 | The Psychedelic Furs: Made of Rain Tour 2022…

30th Annual Black-Tie Fundraiser August 20th at the Santa Ana Zoo

By Greer Wylder

August 11, 2022

The Friends of Santa Ana Zoo (FOSAZ) will be celebrating its 30th annual gala fundraising event, “Starry Starry Zoofari,” taking place Saturday, August 20, from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Santa Ana Zoo in Prentice Park, located at 1801 East Chestnut Avenue in Santa Ana. Emmy Award winner, Meteorologist, and sportscaster for the KTLA 5 Morning News Henry DiCarlo will serve as emcee and auctioneer for the evening. Throughout the fundraiser, guests are welcome to bid on wonderful trips, unique baskets, artwork, and one-of-a-kind gifts during the event's live and silent auctions.Tickets sales, media, and sponsorship opportunities are now available…

Hadestown at Segerstrom Center for the Arts

By Greer Wylder

August 10, 2022

Hadestown, the winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best New Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, is at Segerstrom Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Arts now through August 21. Following two intertwining love stories — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — Hadestown invites audiences on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Mitchell’s beguiling melodies and Chavkin’s poetic imagination pit industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love. Performed by a vibrant ensemble of actors, dancers, and singers, Hadestown delivers a deeply resonant and defiantly hopeful theatrical…