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Frequency Film Festival: 'Desert Riders'

Friday, May 24, 2013 The Ocean Beach Playhouse

Frequency Film Festival: 'Desert Riders'

Saturday, June 1, 2013 The Ocean Beach Playhouse

Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Festival

Friday, June 21, 2013 Women's Museum of California

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'Gem Of The Ocean'

Feb. 20
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To celebrate Black History Month, Cygnet Theater brings in some of the cast from August Wilson’s “Gem of the Ocean” to share a scene.

Max Disposti Makes a ‘Home’ for North County’s LGBT Community

Feb. 14
By Monica Medina
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Max Disposti oozes boyish charm, right down to his robust, Italian accent. Meet him and you’re immediately caught up in his genuine enthusiasm and zeal for all he’s been able to accomplish here, in San Diego. For Disposti, his achievement amounts to having created a center for the LGBT community in North County, the first of its kind for the area

Veteran Helps Family Of Fallen Iraqi Comrade Get Safely To U.S.

Feb. 14
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By Jill Replogle
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Afghans and Iraqis who work in their countries with American troops often place themselves and their families in great danger. Because of the risks, they're supposed to have an easier time getting U.S. visas for themselves and their families. But the wait can still be long, as the story of one family illustrates.

The Whaling Bar Closes

Feb. 11
By Beth Accomando
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The Whaling Bar at the La Valencia Hotel in La Jolla had regulars like Ted "Dr. Seuss" Geisel and writer Raymond Chandler. But the Hotel wants to do some renovations and this Valentine’s Day will be the last chance patrons have to visit the cocktail lounge.

San Diego Cooks: Lobster Macaroni and Cheese

Feb. 8
By Monica Medina
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San Diego's best Macaroni and Cheese recipe revealed, which Chefs Deborah Scott and Mike Suttles were gracious enough to share!

San Diego Eagle Scout Applaudes Review Of Boy Scouts' Gay Ban

Feb. 7
By Erik Anderson
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A long term Eagle Scout in San Diego County is optimistic the Boy Scouts are on their way to changing their restrictive membership policy.

Midday Movies: 'Django Unchained'

Feb. 7
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February is Black History Month and this edition of Midday Movies looks to a movie still in theaters and still generating controversy over it’s depiction of black history. The film is Quentin Tarantino’s "Django Unchained." The film received five Oscar nominations.

Preview: 23rd Annual Jewish Film Festival

Feb. 7
By Beth Accomando
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The 23rd Annual San Diego Jewish Film Festival kicks off tonight with "Under African Skies." Here are some films you might want to seek out. The Festival runs through February 17.

Preview: Media Storm

Feb. 5
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Protea Gallery is a new addition to the North Park Scene. KPBS Arts Reporter Beth Accomando stopped by to see the installation of the new exhibit Textscapes featuring a paper sculpture by Joyce Dallal.

Midday Movies: Spike And Mike's 30th Anniversary Festival Of Animation Extravaganza

Feb. 4
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Whenever you see a festival branded with the names "Spike and Mike," you can be assured that there will be something to dazzle the senses. Spike and Mike’s 30th Anniversary Festival of Animation Extravaganza kicks off this Saturday at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego in La Jolla.

Dr. Carrol Waymon, San Diego's Civil Rights Hero

Black History Month: 2013 Honoree

Feb. 1
By Monica Medina
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“The San Diego City Council didn’t think it had a racial problem,” he says. “But when the city got caught up celebrating the death of the three Freedom Fighters, the city exploded, and that set the tone that maybe we do have problems. “

Preview: San Diego Black Film Festival

Jan. 31
By Beth Accomando
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The San Diego Black Film Festival kicks off tonight at Reading Gaslamp Cinemas and runs through February 3.

Behind The Scenes: La Jolla Playhouse's DNA New Works Series

Jan. 31
By Beth Accomando
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The La Jolla Playhouse launched its inaugural DNA New Works Series last week with two performances of "Chasing the Song" and the first performances of "The Tall Girls." Watch the behind the scenes video.

The Museum That Chuck Ambers Built

Black History Month: 2013 Honoree

Jan. 30
By Monica Medina
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Take a walk down Congress Street in Old Town and you’ll pass shops selling souvenirs, jewelry, and postcards. You may see a restaurant or two. But, walk too quickly and you’ll probably miss the little house near the corner of Congress and Conde Street.

Latinos Will Surpass Whites As California's Largest Ethnic Group By 2013

Jan. 25
By Jill Replogle , John Rosman
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The office of Governor Jerry Brown released a report that projects 2013 will be the year Latinos surpass whites as the largest ethnic group in the state.