This is your captain speaking: Friday’s forecast calls for Prosecco, Latin jazz, and you on a yacht.

Zolna Yachts is kicking off Nerissa Sounds, a new live music cruise series that’s basically a floating feast for the senses — curated dinner, live dancers, ocean breeze, and Charlie Arbelaez's smooth sax setting the tone.

We’re giving away a pair of tickets. Come sail into summer like you mean it.

JUST ANNOUNCED

• From “Renegades” to “Unsteady,” X Ambassadors have been soundtracking emotional breakdowns and comebacks since 2015. They’re hitting SOMA on 9/4, bring your voice, you’ll need it.

• Tijuana’s own Soul Of Hex leads the charge at Late Night Jackin’: Wax N’ Groove on 9/7 at Spin. Expect vinyl heat, gritty house, and no-nonsense dancers.

• Snoopy’s favorite jazz is going live. Catch The John Reynolds Sextet reimagining the Peanuts Christmas soundtrack at Lou Lou’s on 12/17. It’s cozy chaos at its jazziest.

• Support the scene and wreck your eardrums: Veto, Membership, and Doll Riot are going hard at Tower Bar on 12/19. All yours for ten bones.

• Plus, other just-announced shows from Men Without Hats, Galantis, Andrew Santino, Ruby G, Hoang, and more!

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San Diego’s indie bookstores aren’t just retail — they’re portals. Into other worlds, yes, but also into neighborhoods, communities, and conversations that don’t happen in big box chains. From poetry havens tucked into alleys to multi-level legends, this guide covers the best places in the city to get lost on purpose.

THIS WEEK

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• Old Town State Park is hiring! Help bring San Diego history to life as a part-time Park Interpretive Specialist. Includes museum work, K–12 programs, and historic storytelling.

• Back to school means back to screen-free learning. New policy says phones stay off and hidden during class. High schoolers get a little grace — lunch and passing only.

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