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Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+. Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison Spaghetti All'Assassina, a hyperlocal dish from Bari, Italy. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia and host Bridget Lancaster to a head-to-head tasting of canned whole tomatoes. And test cook Elle Simone Scott makes Bridget a Triple Mushroom Pasta.

The ocean comes alive after dark as Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego casts a spell of science and seasonal fun with Halloween Aglow! This year’s event takes place on October 24 and 25 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. for two nights of Halloween festivities with an educational twist. From unusual animals to eerie illuminations, Halloween Aglow celebrates the wonders and mysteries of the ocean in a family-friendly atmosphere. Enter through a vibrant display of hay bales and pumpkins and dive into fall fun featuring ocean science and hands-on exploration. New this year — trick-or-treat in Adam R. Scripps Living Seas Gallery as it transforms from day-to-night with special lighting and glowing surprises around every corner. Plus don’t miss the science of slime as you embrace your inner scientist! “The ocean is filled with unique, alien-like — but most importantly, slimy — creatures!” said Matthew Arrollado, Public Programs Coordinator. “In the Boo and Goo Lab, young scientists will get a chance to play in some sensory slime, explore the science of Oobleck and touch some slimy ocean animals.” Don’t miss the chance to show off your Halloween costume during the parade through the aquarium or watch as Birch Aquarium divers demonstrate their underwater pumpkin carving skills! Other activities include live music from Billy Lee and The Swamp Critters, pop-up science stations, classic arcade games and more! Tickets for Halloween Aglow are separate from general admission and go on sale September 26 to the general public, with a member presale from September 22 – 25. Tickets are $45 for adults and $40 for children, with members receiving 50% off admission. Children 2 and under are free. For more information, visit the aquarium website. Birch Aquarium at Scripps on Instagram / Facebook / TikTok

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors Tuesday will consider a resolution opposing drilling off the coast of Southern California, following the Trump administration's plans to expand the practice.

In this yoga class we will balance your mind and body to maintain your mental and physical fitness and to feel happy. The slow and gentle nature of this class is perfect for beginners and is also great for other students who can sink deeper into their practice. The language of instruction is Yiddish with English translation. Instructor: Tetyana Yakovleva Visit: Balance Yoga in Yiddish Yiddish Arts and Academics on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for the 2025 Tolley Dances™ on the MTS Green Line Trolley! This iconic event has been bringing San Diego together for 27 years through site-specific dance that highlights our city's diversity, culture, and community. Choreographers include Blythe Barton, Bernard Brown, Megan Curet, Lavina Rich, Odessa Uno and the creator of Trolley Dance and former Artistic Director Jean Isaacs. Parking: Free parking at Fashion Valley Transit Center. Ticketing: Ticketing table can be located inside of the MTS Fashion Valley Transit Center on the corner of Fashion Valley road and Riverwalk Drive. *Kids age 8 and under may ride and join the tour for free with a paying adult. Special Thanks to our Major Transportation Partner MTS and our collaborators for this event such as Town & Country Resort, Hazard Center, SDSU Mission Valley River Park and Mission Valley Branch Library. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour. Tour times are based on the trolley schedule and will be followed down to the minute by our tour guides. We cannot offer refunds for missed tours, so make sure you give yourself ample time to locate the start location and prepare for your tour! To prepare for your tour, make sure you are wearing comfortable walking shoes. Sunscreen, water, and a hat or other protection from the heat is highly recommended! Trolley Dances™ is a site-specific tour where guests will be led by tour guides to curated dances. Guests should be prepared to do a decent amount of walking. Tours time are as follows: Tour 1 - 10 a.m. / Tour 2 - 11 a.m. / Tour 3 - 12 p.m. / Tour 4 - 1 p.m. / Tour 5 - 2 p.m. / Tour 6 - 3 p.m. Tours will begin and end at the Fashion Valley Transit Center. San Diego Dance Theater on Facebook / Instagram

This weekend in arts and culture in San Diego: Author & Punisher's industrial drone music; a new exhibit on race history at the Museum of Us; clown art at Woo Studios; Vietnamese food and art lessons with Thien Pham; Jessie Montgomery compositions at the Mingei; new work by Maybelle Reynoso and more.

Don’t miss the San Diego Made Holiday Market at NTC Park inside Liberty Station on Saturday, November 29, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, November 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This family-friendly holiday shopping festival will feature 125+ curated local makers showcasing the best of San Diego’s creative community. Shop unique, handmade goods and enjoy an outdoor marketplace experience surrounded by live music, gourmet food trucks, craft cocktails and mocktails, photo opportunities, and festive holiday vibes. Guests can explore interactive art installations, styled lounges, kids’ activities, and seasonal workshops while supporting small businesses and local artisans. Children under 10 get in free, and there is a $5 entry fee to support the San Diego Made 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Be sure to grab a punch card at the entrance—make three qualifying purchases and receive a free handmade gift (while supplies last)! Bring your friends, family, and holiday spirit to celebrate the season and shop local at the San Diego Made Holiday Market. Visit: https://www.sdmademarkets.com/holiday-market-2025 San Diego Made Markets on Instagram and Facebook

Beginner workshops are perfect for you to grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees! We’re bringing the awesome art of bonsai out of the hedged in gardens and into the streets! Or at least into your favorite bars/breweries/pubs. Bonsai Bar is a night of fun you don’t want to miss. Learn the fundamental skills and techniques behind the art of bonsai while enjoying a night out with friends! Our teachers will introduce core concepts and guide your experience as you pot, prune, and design your very own bonsai tree! Our Guarantee: These tiny trees are so hardy we guarantee you can keep yours alive, or we’ll replace it. This workshop will be hosted at Societe Brewing Company. Societe was founded in 2012 on the idea that beer is the world’s greatest social uniter. This mindset inspired our name and it keeps us focused on every ounce we brew. We see our brewery as a vehicle for bringing people together from all walks of life. Beer by beer, we’re working hard to build our community, starting with our rally cry– BEER FOLK UNITE! Under 21 policy: Please contact Societe Brewing Company for details regarding underage entry For more about Bonsai Bar and what to expect at our classes, visit our website at: https://bonsaibar.com/products/societe-brewing-company Happens on the following Dates: Aug 26, 2025, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Timezone: PDT Sep 23, 2025, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Timezone: PDT Oct 21, 2025, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Timezone: PDT

Friday, Sept. 26, 2025 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / KPBS+. Meet the beloved Cuban singer Omara Portuondo, who has thrilled audiences for over half a century, from the stages of Havana's legendary nightclubs to her worldwide fame as part of the Grammy-winning Buena Vista Social Club.

Watch Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV / KPBS+. Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison tender Glazed Boneless Beef Short Ribs. Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus share expert-reviewed tools and tips for easier meal prep. And test cook Sam Block shows host Bridget Lancaster how to bake Make-Way-Ahead Dinner Rolls.