It is with the deepest sadness that we have to announce that John Lodge, our darling husband, father, grandfather, father-in-law and brother, has been suddenly and unexpectedly taken from us. As anyone who knew this massive-hearted man knows, it was his enduring love of his wife, Kirsten, and his family, that was the most important thing to him, followed by his passion for music, and his faith.
He devoted much of his life to the sounds and the magic of song. He played many instruments and the chances are, if he had the opportunity, he would have learned how to play the trumpet too, like the angels. In death, life is not ended but changed. The music of heaven that awaits the faithful departed is there for Tommy too. This is our great hope as Christians," said Fr Hartnett.
From one of hip-hop's most entertaining stars to a plethora of pumpkin treats, we're looking at a fine, fun weekend. So let's get to it, shall we? (As always, be sure to double check event and venue websites for any last-minute changes in health guidelines or other details.) Meanwhile, if you'd like to have this Weekender lineup delivered to your inbox every Thursday morning for free, just sign up at www.mercurynews.com/newsletters or www.eastbaytimes.com/newsletters.
The highly-anticipated sequel stars Ginnifer Goodwin and Jason Bateman as Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde, rookie cops who are out to prove they make a good team. They get their chance when they come face-to-face with a viper named Gary De'Snake, voiced by Oscar winner Ke Huy Quan. Snakes haven't been seen in Zootopia in quite some time, so this meeting is a surprise.
Tickets go on sale at 10 am unless otherwise noted. MUSIC Dirty Dancing in Concert Keller Auditorium (Jan 20, 2026) Dogs in a Pile Wonder Ballroom (Jan 24, 2026) GoldFord: Space of the Heart Tour Revolution Hall (Apr 5, 2026) Health x Carpenter Brut Roseland Theater (Apr 3, 2026) JADE - That's Showbiz Baby! The Tour Crystal Ballroom (Feb 5, 2026) New Year's Eve with Eagles of Death Metal Crystal Ballroom (Wed Dec 31)
Warmish days be damned, because Christian Girl Autumn has officially begun. This week offers many reasons to head indoors, like Spike Lee's Kurosawa-inspired film Highest 2 Lowest, Amanda Lepore's club kid glamour, and '70s art rockers Sparks. Plus, Freddie Robins installs knitted horses at Cooley Gallery, and the storytelling show Be Gay, Do Crime centers icons of queer rebellion. Read on, and don't forget your coat.
I'm from a little village called Anston in South Yorkshire. I lived with my mum and dad and my older brother. My parents still live there, it's the same house. My dad worked 9-to-5 at a steel company - a shirt and tie sort of job. My mum stayed off work when we were little. She then went to college, got a whole new qualification and then became a solicitor's receptionist.
There are hundreds of Emmy categories, not just the 26 that air during the Primetime Emmy Awards, which will be held on Sunday, September 14 this year. The categories are split across multiple events throughout the year - the Primetime Emmy Awards, Primetime Emmy Engineering Awards, Daytime Emmy Awards, Sports Emmys, News & Documentary Emmys, Children's and Family Emmy Awards, and Creative Arts Emmy Awards - and many winners and nominees are known only within the industry.
I've been to dozens of weddings in different places, from backyards and churches to high-end homestead hotels and wineries. I once even attended a wedding at a zoo and another on the grounds of a museum. But no matter the type of celebration - casual, fancy, or in-between - I have seen and heard firsthand what matters most to guests. No, it's not the favors or the cake.
1 What is the UK's only (mainly) German-language No 1 single? 2 What three verdicts are available in Scottish criminal trials? 3 Which 70s film had the tagline Hell, upside down? 4 How long is a chiliad? 5 Which Byzantine empress was a bear keeper's daughter? 6 Steel Dragon 2000 in Kuwana, Japan, is the world's longest what? 7 Which big cat's name come from Quechuan? 8 Which lawn game was a medal sport at the 1900 Olympics?
Amber Shion was born with a remarkable and ultra-creative genius, a distinctive DNA that allows her to craft musical and lyrical compositions that transcend the boundaries of conventional wisdom. Her exceptional human instincts empower her to engineer sounds that capture the essence of people's innermost desires, ardent passions, profound fears, and relentless ambitions. Growing up in a vibrant cultural landscape, she was immersed in diverse artistic influences that shaped her artistic vision.
We were like: let's go dancing before we go to bed, she says. Woods, then 56, had gone clubbing in her 20s, but on Le Fez's dancefloor, as her body caught the beat, she had an epiphany moment, a shock of pure euphoria: The joy I felt the mind, body and soul connection was like a lightning bolt. She knew then that dancing and music were going to be a bigger part of my life than I'd ever thought.
Cyndi Lauper burst forth in the '80s and conquered everything, quickly becoming the queen of the nascent MTV and leaving a significant mark in pop culture.
Michael Learns To Rock has captivated audiences with their soft rock melodies and heartfelt lyrics, blending elements reminiscent of Chicago and Air Supply, appealing mostly to Scandinavia and Asia.
"Maxwell's wasn't just a club-it was a community. It was a proving ground. It was where music scenes collided, friendships were forged, and bands found both their audience and their soul."
