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28 | OHCC LIVING | OCTOBER 2025 | An Enchanting Tribute to Neil Diamond Get ready to travel back in time as Jay White, the acclaimed tribute artist, takes the stage to honor the legendary Neil Diamond in an unforgettable concert experience! is tribute show will be a nostalgic journey through the melodies and heartfelt lyrics that have captivated audiences for decades. Neil Diamond, the solitary man himself, has been a beloved gure in the world of music, enchanting listeners with his irresistible, husky baritone voice. From his heartfelt ballads to upbeat anthems, his songs resonate with emotion and authenticity. Jay White embodies this essence, bringing his astonishing vocal talent to every performance. With each note, White transports the audience back to the times when Diamond's classics ruled the airwaves. Who can forget the infectious joy of Sweet Caroline, easily one of the most recognizable tunes that lights up any crowd? Or the poignant sentiments of Solitary Man, a reection on life's trials and triumphs that has a way of connecting deeply with listeners? Jay White's incredible stage presence, combined with his genuine passion for Neil Diamond's music, guarantees an evening lled with joy and reection. One of the most notable aspects of White's story is the endorsement he received from Neil Diamond himself. White received both written and verbal approval: White has met Diamond on two occasions, with the legend telling him to "Keep up the good work". Whether you're singing along to the choir-like Love on the Rocks or swaying to the heartfelt I Am... I Said, expect an immersive experience that feels like a close reunion with an old friend. Don't Miss Out! Grab your tickets and gather your friends and family for this nostalgic journey through the timeless songs of Neil Diamond. Let's relieve the magic together! Catch Jay White on Nov. 8 at 7:30 pm in Abravanel Hall. Tickets are available Oct. 7, at 8:30 am. OHCC residents may purchase two tickets at $30 each. Aer the initial sales, tickets will continue to be sold at the concierge desk at which time residents can purchase unlimited tickets. We look forward to seeing you there! Your OHSPA Board Written by Beverly Taylor ocean Hills Society for the Performing Arts is month the Photo Club will be going osite to take photos at Old Town San Diego Historic State Park. Members may carpool to the park or carpool to the Coaster at either the Oceanside Transit Center (free covered parking) or at the Carlsbad Village station. ere are numerous places to eat lunch for those so inclined. We're trying to take photos that will encourage people to visit the park. Some will appear in the November and December OHCC Living magazines. e photography display in the Art Studio needs to come down no later than Sat., Oct. 11, so please plan to collect your photos by then. If you are going to be away, please let Jim McDonough or Mike ornton know so we can take them down and hold them for you. e three photos this month are from the Art Studio display. ese are pictures of pictures, and the lighting in the room is challenging – apologies to the originators. e Paris photo of "Bronze Cannon at the Esplanade des Invalides" is by Robert Genat. e "Ranunculus" photo is by Je Powell. e "Kalalau Trail" is by Len Ambrosini. November will see us reviewing the photos we took at Old Town via a slideshow in the Lamia Room. We also have to take care of some business and conduct ocer elections for 2026 in November. We'll be meeting exactly one week before anksgiving Day, so we hope for a good turnout. ~ Jim McDonough, jamespmcdonough@ gmail.com, (760) 593-9994 Photography