LATEST IN ARTS & CULTURE
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Our highlights for culture in San Diego this weekend: An all-women art show exploring surrealism and myth; Candlewood Arts Festival; Maynard Okereke; OH San Diego; North Park Creator Fair; art at Bivouac and Gershwin ballet.
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We hear about two ballot measures San Diegans may be voting on later this year. Plus, the week in review for military reporters covering the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran. And, a local Persian magazine highlighting arts, culture and news in San Diego. -
KPBS Midday EditionThe lecture, which takes place at the San Diego Central Library, honors former librarian Clara Breed's legacy. Then, a new play looks at the first day of the Vietnam War draft lottery. And finally, your weekend preview.
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Actress-turned-director Maggie Gyllenhaal gives voice and agency to the iconic "Bride of Frankenstein" from the 1935 classic film. -
A young environmental activist transforms herself into a beaver in this off-the-wall eco-themed comedy. It's the liveliest film to emerge from Pixar in years.
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Balboa Art Conservation Center is rethinking art conversation in San Diego, helping communities care for cultural items and broadening whose stories are protected. -
Kim Phillips-Pea of the Southeast Art Team has been restoring public art throughout southeastern San Diego for five years.
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Hundreds of para athletes are competing in Italy through March 15. Many Americans are defending past titles, with the U.S. sled hockey team hoping to fend off rival Canada for its fifth straight gold. -
The gold medal-winning figure skater came to the Milano Cortina winter games with a distinctive "raccoon" hairstyle — alternating rings of dark and light hair. Now, fans are following her lead.
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It's a big week for women in country music — and, it turns out, for women whose songs are favored by women in figure skating. -
A new mini-album finds the world's biggest girl group in a tight spot: competing with its own legacy.
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A mom and science writer offers an operating manual for parents grappling with kids' screen use and cravings for sweets. -
Cadillac isn't the first American team at the pinnacle of motorsport, but they're embracing that identity. -
In the heart of Ocean Beach, Connect San Diego is redefining what a storefront can be. -
Top finishers in the Atlanta half marathon are calling for U.S. track officials to ensure that Jess McClain and two other athletes aren't excluded from the world championships because of an error. -
Lindo is nominated for best supporting actor for his role in Sinners. At the BAFTA awards on Sunday, Lindo was presenting when a man with Tourette syndrome in the audience yelled out a racial slur.
Latest Arts Events
LIFE at MiraCosta FREE Friday Lectures 'Exploring the Origins of Lomaland' and 'Three Decades That Changed the Universe'
Friday, March 6, 2026 from 1 PM to 3:30 PM
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MiraCosta College Oceanside Campus Building 1000 Conference Room
Free
Visual Arts Doctoral Research Colloquium
Friday, March 6, 2026 from 1 PM to 5:30 PM
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UC San Diego, Department of Visual Arts
Free
March First Friday Art Walk
Friday, March 6, 2026 from 4 PM to 7 PM
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Bret Webster Gallery
Free
Opening Reception for 'Singing Colors,' an Art Exhibition
Friday, March 6, 2026 from 5 PM to 8 PM
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The San Diego Watercolor Society
Free
First Friday Open Studios at Artist Leslie Pierce Studio
Friday, March 6, 2026 from 5 PM to 8 PM
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Liberty Station
Free
San Diego Sustainable Night Market
Friday, March 6, 2026 from 5 PM to 9 PM
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AleSmith Brewing Company
Free
'Singing Colors' Opening Art Exhibition
Friday, March 6, 2026 from 5 PM to 8 PM
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Arts District Liberty Station
Free
Art Auction 2026
Friday, March 6, 2026 from 6 PM to 10 PM
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Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego: La Jolla
$150 - $300
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