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Congress has eliminated federal funding for public media. It is heartbreaking that after decades of outstanding public service by more than 1,000 public media stations in all corners of the United States, the federal investment in American communities has disappeared.

Federal funding represented $4.3 million of KPBS’ annual budget. We are fortunate to be in a strong financial position that will allow us to keep serving San Diego, but the long-term loss of funding will negatively impact us and influence the plans we have for the future.

As your local public media station, KPBS is an essential, front-line, public service accountable to you. Our goal is to empower San Diegans to make informed decisions to build, celebrate and grow as individuals, families and communities. We do this by providing trusted, balanced and insightful news, and educational and entertaining stories and events that reflect the voices and aspirations unique to our region. To do this, we need the support of our community more than ever. We will make it through this challenge because of you.

We are defunded not defeated.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UC San Diego invites you to experience the excitement of our Fall Open House. Designed for adults aged 50 and older, this event showcases the wide range of engaging opportunities available through our community of curious, active learners. Enjoy sample lectures from distinguished speakers, take part in interactive workshops, and learn about our vibrant Theatre World group. Discover the many social activities we offer, including field trips, community outings, lunches, and dinners that foster friendships and connection. Tour our comfortable, modern classrooms—conveniently located near transit centers—or join us virtually via Zoom. Explore how our Quarterly or Annual Memberships can enrich your life with stimulating courses, engaging discussions, and a welcoming community. Whether you’re attending in person at our new location on Villa La Jolla Drive or tuning in from home, this is your chance to learn, connect and thrive. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UC San Diego on Facebook

 Promises2Kids, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a brighter future for foster children in San Diego, is holding an exclusive evening of dinner and music to benefit current and former foster children. The 16th Annual Dream On Concert Gala is presented by Kevin and Raegan Prior and will be hosted by Joan Waitt at her La Jolla estate home on Monday, September 15, 2025. This elegant outdoor affair will begin with a sunset cocktail reception, followed by a gourmet seated dinner prepared by Executive Chef Jeffrey Strauss and Pamplemousse Grille, silent and live auctions, and a private concert. The Dream On Concert Gala has become one of San Diego’s most anticipated philanthropic events - selling out each year and raising vital funds to support foster children of all ages, from birth through adulthood. Funds raised help support Promises2Kids' life-changing programs, including: - Camp Connect - reuniting siblings separated in foster care - Guardian Scholars - helping foster youth pursue their career aspirations - Foster Futures - preventing homelessness among former foster youth - Mentoring - matching foster children and youth with mentors This year’s Event Chairs are Lynne Doyle, Jolene Perry, and Joan Waitt. Southwest Airlines, the Official Airline of Promises2Kids, returns as the Reception Sponsor. Other returning supporters include Orli La Jolla as the Tequila Lounge Sponsor, Carmel Mountain Preschool as the Youth Speaker Sponsor, and Ranch & Coast Magazine as the Premier Media Partner. Promises2Kids on Facebook / Instagram

After the Zika outbreak ended in Brazil, many families faced a new reality: a child whose life was irrevocably altered after the mother contracted the virus while pregnant. Here's what happened next.

Spookiness meets the heat in our mash-up of a summer celebration and Halloween! Get ready to turn up the heat and the haunt! Join us for Summerween, where spooky season meets summer fun in the ultimate adults-only costume party. Whether you’re a beachside vampire, a poolside witch, or just a ghoul looking for a good time, this is your night to slay. Tickets include: - Guaranteed entry - First Drink - Entry into costume contest - Access to photo stations - Access to free Summerween craft station to make a momento to take home Tiny Kitten Coven will be on-site with some scarily cute cats and kittens available for adoption and to pet and play with throughout the event as well! What's a witch without their familiar? We will also be having a few Summerween themed vendors join the event so you can browse, sip and shop! Serpentine Cider & Smokehouse - Website / Facebook / Instagram

NPR's Scott Simon explains why The Pogues' "Fairytale of New York" is a holiday song for those who have troubles and heartache.

Join us on Saturday, August 16 at AleSmith Brewing Company to celebrate our fourth annual Tony Gwynn Day. In honor of the Anniversary of Mr. Padre's 2000th and 3000th hits, two special commemorative beers featuring the newest Tony Gwynn artwork by Ground Floor Murals on the labels will be released in 16oz 4-pack cans and on draft in the Tasting Room. Food vendors on-site will be: - The Pastrami Stand - Pretzels and Pints - Zoe's Place - 360 Italian - Big Smash Burger Live music with The Jackson Wagner Band and the Lemon Squeezers, DJ's leading up to game time at 6:10 p.m. as the Padres take on the Dodgers. Paint & Sip activations throughout the day with mural artist Victoria. Victoria will offer a selection of items such as Koozies, Tote Bags, and Canvases to paint Tony Gwynn, Padres, and AleSmith themes onto. Fan club, @KeeptheFaithSD will also be here during the game doing some awesome Padres Swag raffles and Padres Trivia after the game. Try Axe Throwing with Celtic Axe onsite in our barrel room and more! This event is family friendly and open to the public. RSVP'ing does not guarantee access to cans of the released beers. Limited amount of cases will be sold in a pre-sale to those who RSVP a week out to the event. Pre-Sale for beer will start on Wednesday 8/13 at 12 p.m. The remaining cases will be sold out of the AleSmith Gift Shop on Saturday 8/16 starting at 11 a.m. AleSmith Brewing Company on Facebook / Instagram

Wicked Tinkers have been playing Tribal Celtic Music (a genre they coined and created) since 1995. The Wicked Tinkers aim to create a sound that is both “ancient and hauntingly familiar” with use of bagpipes, tribal drums, didgeridoos, and a Bronze-Age Irish horn and their Scottish Carnyx (another ancient instrument) paired with a modern, rock-and-roll energy; their music will transport you back in time and get an audience off their feet with a raw, primal, and exciting sound. If the bagpipes stir something within your soul, you will love the tribal connection you will feel listening to Wicked Tinkers Wicked Tinkers on Facebook / YouTube

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Museum as part of Nat at Night. featuring an advance screening of "The American Southwest" followed by Q&A with Producer Ryan Olinger and the Northern Jaguar Project. Learn more about the film and check out the trailer here. Coming to theaters September 5, "The American Southwest" is a family-friendly wildlife movie that takes viewers on an unforgettable journey down the mighty Colorado River, which runs from the Rocky Mountains to the Gulf of California. Narrated by Quannah Chasinghorse, the film beautifully showcases the region’s abundant wildlife, confronts the ecological impacts of dams and water overuse, and advocates for better management of the river. Made in association with Natives Outdoors, the movie incorporates an indigenous storyline and is told through the perspective of some of the Southwest’s most charming characters… such as industrious beavers, bugling bull elk, and soaring condors. Between its legendary landscapes and fascinating wildlife, "The American Southwest" aims to endear millions of people to better cherish, love, and conserve this unique region. Tickets to this advance screening are $23 for non-members, $12 for members, and include admission to the full Museum for Nat at Night. Doors open at 5 p.m. Theater doors open at 6:30 p.m. San Diego Natural History Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Let’s read together. Celebrate reading, poetry, and community at Pages in the Park, a special event hosted by San Diego County Library, Reading Rhythms San Diego, and County of San Diego Parks and Recreation. Join the fun at Heritage County Park on Sunday, September 7 from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and your favorite book to read. • Music curated by Reading Rhythms San Diego • Pop-Up Library • Independent Book Sellers Event Agenda: • 2:30 p.m. - Read with a Ranger – Storytime for Kids • 3 p.m. - Poetry reading from City of San Diego Poet Laureate Paola Capó-García & Margarita Pintado Burgos This event is sponsored in part by Poets & Writers