If I Can Do It, They Can Too: An Interview with Mina Javaherbin

Feb. 7, 2012
By Linda Salem
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One Book, One San Diego for Kids is back for 2012! The Secret Message is the children's book companion to Sky of Red Poppies. One Book’s Linda Salem caught up with the book’s award-winning author Mina Javaherbin at her home in Southern California and I asked her what message she has for her young readers.

Tijuana Chef on a Mission

Feb. 7, 2012
By Claire Caraska
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Tijuana-based Chef Javier Plascencia was recently profiled in The New Yorker, and San Diego Magazine goes behind the scenes with the writer.

'August: Osage County' Wins Best Play In 2011

Feb. 7, 2012
By Angela Carone
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Every year San Diego’s theater critics give out awards for the best in local theater. The 2011 winners were announced last night at the Craig Noel Awards ceremony at the Museum of Contemporary Art in La Jolla. KPBS arts reporter Angela Carone was on hand for the celebration.

Culture Lust's February Finds

Feb. 6, 2012
By Alex Morales
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In her second installment, Culture Lust contributor Alex explores 10 eclectic arts and culture picks for the month of February.

San Diego Jewish Film Festival

Feb. 6, 2012
By Beth Accomando, Maureen Cavanaugh
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The 22nd Annual San Diego Jewish Film Festival kicks off Thursday and runs through February 19 with more than 40 of the best contemporary Jewish themed films from around the world.

Rants and Raves: 'Raiding the Lost Ark'

Feb. 6, 2012
By Beth Accomando
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Once again George Lucas cannot leave well enough alone and we shall be assaulted by a 3D version of "The Phantom Menace" in theaters this weekend. But movie geek Jamie Benning has been toiling away on a series of fan-made documentaries that remind us why we fell in love with Lucas' films in the first place.

Guest Review: 'The Woman in Black'

Feb. 3, 2012
By Jeff Murray, Guest Blogger
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Daniel Radcliffe returns to the big screen for the gothic horror flick, "Woman in Black" (opening February 3 throughout San Diego) from director James Watkins.

Review: 'The Theatre Bizarre'

Feb. 3, 2012
By Beth Accomando
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If you are looking for a tasty horror treat there is finally something good on the menu: "The Theatre Bizarre" (midnight tonight and Saturday at Landmark's Ken Cinema).

Weekend Preview: New Stage And Plate Offerings

Feb. 2, 2012
By Claire Caraska, Angela Carone, Maureen Cavanaugh
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From new theatrical productions to innovative new dining spots, there are many new things to try throughout the city this weekend.

Rants and Raves: A Month of Celebration

Feb. 2, 2012
By Beth Accomando
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February is the shortest month of the year, which some joke is why it's the month selected to showcase Black History and Women in Horror -- like we couldn't spare a month with a full 30 or 31 days? Oh well, let the celebration begin.

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