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In honor of KPBS' 65th anniversary, we hear from some of the voices that helped build KPBS into what it is today. -
KPBS Midday EditionA new exhibit weaves the stories of African American women across history through the clothes they wore. Plus, the second annual FilAm CreatorCon celebrates Filipino American creatives in San Diego. And finally, your weekend arts preview.
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Bobby Hart teamed with Tommy Boyce on such hits as "Last Train to Clarksville" and "I'm Not Your Steppin' Stone." -
From its association with workers' rights in the 19th century to its inclusion in a video game, the famous old Italian song "Bella Ciao" has an evolving legacy.
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Noah Wyle, Owen Cooper, Seth Rogen, Jean Smart, Tramell Tillman, Jeff Hiller and Stephen Colbert are all taking home awards tonight. Check out our list of winners. -
Stars including Megan Stalter, Harrison Ford, Selena Gomez and Walton Goggins walked the red carpet on Sunday night ahead of the 77th Emmy Awards.
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This weekend in the arts: Ewa Słapa at Best Practice; curtains rise at The Joan; City Ballet's Sinatra-themed dance; plus indie rock and more live music. -
This weekend in the arts: A bargain last chance to see "Fashioning an Icon" at the Mingei; an exhibit mapping the history of women's fashion; an interactive game of CLUE; "Spring Awakening"; live music picks and more.
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Gupta's new book examines the world of pain — why we feel it, and how we can treat it. He says distraction and meditation can be useful tools for managing certain kinds of pain. -
A new reading series at North Park's Verbatim Books combines queer literature with a sober, all-ages dance party — a way to share art, build community and hit the dance floor. -
Amanda Anisimova beat Naomi Osaka in the U.S. Open semifinals early Friday in a tense, three-set match. Both players have been climbing up the rankings after taking mental health breaks from the sport. -
Which second-year quarterbacks will take a leap forward? Does the Micah Parsons trade make Green Bay a contender? And will Buffalo or Baltimore finally keep the Kansas City Chiefs from the Super Bowl?
Latest Arts Events
Game Day Touchdown: NFL Specials at Brickmans, San Marcos
Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 7 AM
Ongoing until February 8, 2026
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Brickmans Restaurant & Bar
Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse Joins San Diego Restaurant Week 2025
Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 12 PM
Ongoing until September 18, 2025
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Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse
$72 per person
'The Heart'
Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 7 PM
Ongoing until October 5, 2025
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La Jolla Playhouse - Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre
$30-$109
National Comedy Theatre Sunday Company
Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ongoing until December 30, 2028
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National Comedy Theatre
$17
National Comedy Theatre
Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ongoing until December 30, 2028
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National Comedy Theatre
$17-$22
SmackDown Sunday
Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Ongoing until December 28, 2025
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Mockingbird Improv
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