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San Diego children's book author María Dolores Águila latest book tells true story of community resistance to discrimination against Mexican-American families in depression-era Lemon Grove. -
KPBS Midday EditionFor 215 years, Mexicans across the world have celebrated Sept. 16 as Mexican Independence Day. We discuss the enduring meaning of the holiday in 2025.
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Justin Bieber released a sequel to his album Swag before listeners even had a chance to really sit with the original. The move is indicative of a broader trend. -
Pascoal said he had composed thousands of pieces. "I am 100 percent intuitive," he once told NPR. Miles Davis called him one of the most important musicians in the world.
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Saturday's event will showcase Filipino American artists and creators, with vendor tables and panels. -
The Studio, The Pitt and Adolescence took home top prizes on Sunday. And while the wins were deserving, the telecast was meh. Here are a few takeaways from a night that was a real mixed bag.
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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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In an announcement Monday about rules for the next Oscars, the Academy also said that a film's use of generative AI and other digital tools "neither help nor harm the chances of achieving a nomination." -
A true smorgasbord is on offer for readers this week. Care for an inspirational memoir? Reminders of the precarious position of civilization? Early summer read? They're all here. -
Didion's book is an intimate chronicle of the author's struggle to help her daughter, even if it meant digging into her own long-unexamined neuroses. -
The city says libraries see the least amount of traffic on Sundays. Advocates say closures would reduce community members' access to library services.
Latest Arts Events
Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse Joins San Diego Restaurant Week 2025
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 5 PM
Ongoing until September 18, 2025
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Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse
$72 per person
Solento Surf Festival Encinitas
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 6 PM
Ongoing until September 20, 2025
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Various locations in San Diego County
'Les Misérables'
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 7 PM
Ongoing until September 21, 2025
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San Diego Civic Theatre
From $52.25
Adult Improv Comedy Class
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 7 PM
Ongoing until December 7, 2025
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National Comedy Theatre
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'All the Men Who've Frightened Me'
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ongoing until October 12, 2025
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La Jolla Playhouse - Mandell Weiss Forum
$30-$74
Scripps Research Front Row Lecture
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 4 PM to 6 PM
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Scripps Research Auditorium
Free
'The Bean Tones' at Golden Island Island Dim Sum
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 6 PM to 10 PM
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Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine
$25 in advance | $35 day of
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