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Christopher Polentz’s design features a quill in the foreground. In the background, the sun breaks through the clouds.
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The Port of Entry team traces the origins and impact of a unique U.S.-based graduation ceremony held in Mexico. This event was created to reunite families separated by immigration policies and give them the chance to celebrate together. -
“Dead, White and Blue” is made from 100% recycled film and filmmaker Mike Davis explains what that means.
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In 'Power Ballad,' a wedding singer played by Paul Rudd writes a hit — and a popstar makes it his. -
Backrooms, by 20-year-old filmmaker Kane Parsons, is set in a mysterious maze of abandoned offices. Curry Barker, 26, tells a horror story about consent and male loneliness in Obsession.
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The fearless free-funk and jazz artist, a student of Ornette Coleman's Harmolodics concept, followed his unorthodox path to a singular five-decade career. -
To celebrate Pride Month, Disco Riot presents Queer Mvmnt Fest, featuring artists from San Diego and beyond who identify as part of the 2S-LGBTQIA+ dance community.
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UC San Diego MFA graduate Ngozi Anyanwu explores family, estrangement and MMA culture in her play "The Monsters" at La Jolla Playhouse. -
San Diego's Digital Gym Cinema joins American Cinematheque's global film festival celebrating dark themes and exhilarating artistry.
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This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Music fills North Park, design at MCASD, 2SLGBTQIA+ movement art, MMA theater, climate drag and more. -
"Fragmented Stories" brings together artists Eden DeLaVara and Marcela Alarcón López as they explore identity, surveillance, family history and life across borders during the nation's 250th anniversary.
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This summer, 48 men's national teams will compete in the World Cup's biggest tournament ever. Here are a few of the basics to get you started. -
As the World Cup begins later this week, match officials and team members have faced enhanced immigration scrutiny when trying to enter the United States. A FIFA referee from Somalia was turned away. -
Michel Martin speaks with sports journalist Albert Samaha about Game 3 of the NBA Finals and New York City's response to having President Trump in attendance. -
The San Diego Food Banks says the refrierated truck will be a game-changer for its emergency response capabilities and food recovery efforts. -
Hundreds of tickets are still available for the U.S. and Canada opening matches for the World Cup on Friday. Even more are available in resale platforms — many at below face value.
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Louis Tomlinson: 'How Did We Get here?' World Tour
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 7 PM
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The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
$101.50
Contra dance is a living American tradition - Come dance with us!
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 from 7 PM to 9:30 PM
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Balboa Park Club Ballroom
$5-$20 up to you
Blue Öyster Cult at the San Diego County Fair
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 9 PM
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Del Mar Fairgrounds
Included with fair admission
The Margot Hotel Debuts in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 7 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2026
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The Margot Hotel
San Diego County Fair 'Once Upon A Fair' 2026
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 11 AM
Ongoing until July 5, 2026
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Del Mar Fairgrounds
$65 for season pass
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