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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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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. -
40 years ago, musicians faced off against a Washington committee over whether to warn parents about explicit lyrics.
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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. -
Sunday's VMAs were the first time the awards show has been broadcast on CBS in addition to MTV. The show recognized rising stars and longtime icons alike.
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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. -
Artist Marisol Rendón explores concepts of glory, self-deception and beneficial pests in her residency exhibit at the always-free Timken Museum in Balboa Park.
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In 1984, the mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap satirized heavy metal bands. Now the characters are back for a sequel, Spinal Tap II. Reiner says "they have grown neither emotionally or musically." -
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New books this week include Secret of Secrets — the sixth installment of The Da Vinci Code saga, plus a tech memoir from Tim Berners-Lee and a career-spanning anthology from Terry McMillan. -
In the last few months, bands including Hotline TNT and King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard have pulled music from Spotify in a new wave of artist-led protests against the platform.
Latest Arts Events
You Are Not Alone: Suicide Prevention Run and Mental Health Fair
Sunday, September 14, 2025 from 8 AM to 12 PM
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The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K
Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 9 AM
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NTC Park at Liberty Station
Artist Statement 101
Sunday, September 14, 2025 from 10 AM to 12 PM
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Inspirations Gallery
$36 - $42
Play Day
Sunday, September 14, 2025 from 11 AM to 2 PM
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Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (La Jolla)
Free
Free Second Sunday
Sunday, September 14, 2025 from 11 AM to 5 PM
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Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (La Jolla)
Free
Celebrate Mexican Independence at Fiestas Patrias
Sunday, September 14, 2025 from 11 AM to 9 PM
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Grape Day Park
Free
Aloha Paint & Poke at Makai Sushi in Hillcrest
Sunday, September 14, 2025 from 12 PM to 2 PM
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Makai Sushi
$100
Community Market at WorldBeat Center
Sunday, September 14, 2025 from 12 PM to 5 PM
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WorldBeat Cultural Center
Free
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