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Why food companies love labels like "organic" and "high protein," why our brains are misled by them — and how to avoid paying extra for marketing.

The documentary "Room to Move" follows choreographer and performer Jenn Freeman as she reframes her creative process to create an evening-length solo performance after an autism diagnosis at age 33.

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents “Nature’s Echo,” juried by award-winning artist, Susan Kieth. The water-based media exhibition runs Apr 26 – May 30, 2026, at our Gallery in The Arts District Liberty Station. The free Opening Reception is Friday, May 1, 5-8 p.m. with over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The Gallery is open Wednesday-Sunday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Please visit www.sdws.org for more information. San Diego Watercolor Society on Facebook / Instagram

Known for his puffy hair, oversized handlebar mustache and a love for puns, Gene Shalit joined Today in 1970 and became arts editor in 1973. He was a middle-of-the-road critic, known for his wit and intelligence.

In a season full of audience favorites, this is the debut we’ve long anticipated. Violinist extraordinaire Amandine Beyer and her ensemble Gli Incogniti—hailed across Europe and Asia—have been rarer guests in the United States. Their program explores the “bewitching and endlessly inventive” (Gramophone) music of Nicola Matteis, as well as works by Henry Purcell. The performance promises to be “rich in spontaneity and a sense of exploration, […] wonderfully addictive” (Gramophone). San Diego Early Music Society on Facebook / Instagram

Come celebrate River Days with The San Diego River Park Foundation and let your creativity bloom as we paint a colorful flower mural on the fence at Grant Park in Mission Valley! This vibrant, hands-on experience takes place at our new nature learning center in the heart of the valley. Add your artistic touch and help create a beautiful, welcoming space where thousands of students, residents, and visitors will begin their journey exploring the San Diego River. No supplies or experience are necessary and leaders will be on hand to help lead the art project. We would love for you to join us! We need many volunteers so invite your friends and family! All ages welcome! If you have any questions, please email shane@sansiegoriver.org. Visit: https://sdriverdays.org/activity/petals-paint-grant-park-flower-fence-mural-gathering/#rsvp-now SD River Park Foundation on Instagram and Facebook

Join The Forum Carlsbad for our Spring Art & Wine Walk on Saturday, April 11 from 2 - 5 p.m.! Stroll through the center to view artwork from visiting artists in participating shops and restaurants. And visit other local artists in the Creative Court, located by the escalators in between Abercrombie & Fitch and Ulta. In addition, we invite guests to stop by the Wine Garden near YETI for a complimentary wine tasting presented by JIMBO'S, San Diego's premier natural and organic foods grocer, complimentary bites from Mirabelle Charcuterie, Carlsbad's premier charcuterie company where ingredients are fresh, and JIMBO'S will be serving vegan Tahini Puffs. Guests can also listen to live acoustic music by the talented Marelle and watch Bella Bowman paint live near the Wine Garden, as well as take photos in the Wander Wagen near the Koi Pond. There will also be a Pressed Flower Bookmark workshop hosted by Wild Creative and Free in the Breezeway near the Koi Pond. Proceeds will benefit The Flower Fields Foundation. The Forum Carlsbad on Instagram

Karl Zingheim, a lecturer at SDSU and Historian for the USS Midway Museum, will present on the crucial, and often overlooked, history of The San Diego Museum of Art and Balboa Park during World War I and World War II. His talk will detail how Balboa Park and the Museum supported the home front and war effort by serving as military facilities, temporary housing, training grounds, and centers for morale and cultural preservation. Following the lecture, guests are invited to enjoy a guided tour led by our docent team. The San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

The Los Angeles Queens, the New York Heights, the Boston Hunters and the San Francisco Firebells take the field in Springfield, Ill., as the Women's Pro Baseball League kicks off its inaugural season.

Colombians head to the polls Sunday as candidates clash over how to tackle crime, armed groups, and social reform—from dialogue to an iron-fisted crackdown.