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Books can be life-changing for people who are incarcerated. When Cherish Burtson went to federal prison, books became her source of survival. Her story – and the volunteers fighting censorship to get books past prison walls – reveals how access to reading can mean survival, connection and hope. -
KPBS Midday EditionWe bring you Thanksgiving cooking tips from a local chef and YouTuber. Plus, for the cooking-averse — tips for eating out on Thanksgiving.
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This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Pop Art at MCASD; affordable small artworks at Secret Sister; LITVAKdance; the Verbatim Books Dollar Sale; "Because We Eat" and more. -
A holiday market features handmade ceramics, art, food gifts, woodworking, jewelry and more — all supporting the Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation.
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The first episodes of the show's fifth and final season are out on Wednesday night. Critic Eric Deggans says the Duffer Brothers keep the plot moving along — even though, so far, many of the storylines feel familiar. -
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is back this year and promises to be bigger than ever. Here's a preview of what to expect and how to watch.
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One hundred years ago this week, the radio barn dance that came to be known as the Grand Ole Opry was first broadcast from Nashville. Being part of the show still matters to country artists today. -
After releasing two albums in 2025, rap's great modern philosopher and griot is having one of his best-ever runs. He may not have all the answers, but his questions are everything we need right now.
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Much of the turkey's early history is shrouded in uncertainty, historians and etymologists say — which is particularly true of how the bird got its name. -
KPBS Midday EditionLocal hip-hop artist, curator and promoter Ric Scales joins Midday Edition to talk about San Diego's hip-hop scene in 2025, and how history informs his music. -
SDFC will host the second-seeded Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday with a chance to play for the MLS Cup on the line. -
We're bringing back our listener poll to help stick a fork in 2025 and make sense of all the amazing music that came out. So... tell us your top five albums (or EPs) this year.
Latest Arts Events
Public Art at the New Terminal 1
Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 5 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2025
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San Diego International Airport
Free
Visit Little Italy during Small Business Season
Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 7 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2025
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Little Italy
Holiday Shows at Cygnet Theatre
Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 10 AM
Ongoing until December 28, 2025
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The Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center
'Tinsel Trail to Oz'
Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 10 AM
Ongoing until January 1, 2026
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Hotel del Coronado
Free
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