LATEST IN ARTS & CULTURE
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Books can be life-changing for people who are incarcerated. When Cherish Burtson went to federal prison, books became her source of survival. Her story – and the volunteers fighting censorship to get books past prison walls – reveals how access to reading can mean survival, connection and hope. -
As protests take on a more theatrical — and often humorous — tone, Cinema Junkie teams up with Midday Movies to look at tactical frivolity in film and real life.
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A holiday market features handmade ceramics, art, food gifts, woodworking, jewelry and more — all supporting the Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation. -
San Diego's first Native business owner in the Gaslamp and a local Native artist reflect on the meaning of Native American Heritage Month.
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This year's Miss Universe competition, held in Bangkok, was marred by a series of dramatic incidents, from a contestant's livestreamed walkout to a now former judge's allegations of rigging. -
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are back in theaters for the second half of 'Wicked' this week, while Brendan Fraser plays an actor in stand-in roles in strangers' lives.
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Robert Plant's voice has only gotten better with age. In this beautiful set, Plant and his band cover Low, Moby Grape, Martha Scanlan and interpret traditional songs. -
Banjo, harp and drums meet in the BEATrio, where Béla Fleck, Edmar Castañeda and Antonio Sánchez explore a sound they never planned to create. Hear how the trio first came together.
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The championships are in their 20th year, but San Diego is hosting for the first time. -
A leader in Ramona’s queer community is calling a new school board resolution anti-trans. -
Ryan Murphy's trashy melodrama further cements his parallels with Lee Daniels and Tyler Perry. But even fans of "so bad it's good" trash TV would throw their hands up in agony at Murphy's new show starring Kim Kardashian. -
KPBS Midday EditionJournalism professor Dean Nelson draws on interviews with famed writers in his two latest books. Then, Midday Movies dives into satire in film. And finally, arts events to check out this weekend.
Latest Arts Events
World Premiere of 'Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure'
Friday, November 21, 2025 from 11 AM to 5 PM
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Fleet Science Center
One documentary film is included with a general admission ticket.
LIFE at MiraCosta FREE Friday Lectures - 'San Diego Presidio' and 'Students Abroad'
Friday, November 21, 2025 from 1 PM to 3:30 PM
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Bldg 1000 Conference Room, MiraCosta College Oceanside Campus
Free
Vista Vegan Night Market, November 21
Friday, November 21, 2025 from 4 PM to 8 PM
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Local Roots Pizza & Tap
Free
Something Wicked - a family-friendly celebration
Friday, November 21, 2025 from 4 PM to 7 PM
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Mission Valley
Free
Steph Johnson Quartet
Friday, November 21, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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La Jolla Music Society - The Wu Tsai QRT.yrd
Free
Taste of Art | Image and Text
Friday, November 21, 2025 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
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Oceanside Museum of Art
$50-$65
Santee Holiday Lighting
Friday, November 21, 2025 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
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Santee Trolley Square
Free
ARTS After Dark- Oil Pastel Still Life Painting
Friday, November 21, 2025 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
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A Reason To Survive (ARTS)
$30
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