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A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck the Julian area of San Diego County on Monday.

Premieres Monday, Jan. 20, 2025 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app + Encores Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 7 p.m. on KPBS 2, Friday, Jan. 24 at 3 p.m. on KPBS TV and Sunday, Jan. 26 at 4 p.m. on KPBS 2. Head to bustling Bentonville for ROADSHOW finds at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art including an 1857 Queen’s Cup ascot race trophy, a 1956 Curta calculator type II and an Art Deco sapphire and platinum ring. Can you guess the top find?

Sundays, Jan. 5 - 26, 2025 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app. 1909: The double murder of an arms dealer in police custody and a senior public official has shaken Vienna to its core. Can Max and Oskar stop the seditious mole known as ‘Mephisto’ from bringing the Austro-Hungarian Empire to destruction?

Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. April 5 (1 Day, 6.5 hours of instruction) AAC Print Room Everyone enjoys receiving “real” mail. Even better is the wonderful surprise of receiving a handmade card to treasure. We will make simple cards with leaf prints, as well as more intricate cards with interesting folds. Making cards is a great way to relax, offers a straightforward creative outlet, and produces beautiful items to share with friends and family. Materials: Cutting knife, stylus (for scoring), sharp pencils, a good eraser (Pink Pearl is good), glue (UHU glue stick or PVA & brush or very small roller), 12” ruler, scissors. Optional/recommended: 12” centering ruler, bench hook with cutting mat (9” x 12” cutting mat size is ideal), bone folder. Materials will be provided to create the cards and make envelopes for them. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/75 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

The Forum Carlsbad’s 22nd Annual Tree Lighting takes place on Friday, Dec. 6, from 6-9 p.m. This festive evening will feature a live performance by The Mar Dels, holiday characters, and an enchanting snowfall to close out the night. Santa Claus will make his grand arrival to light the Christmas Tree, kicking off a dazzling light show and creating a memorable experience for all in attendance. Holiday Activities at The Forum Carlsbad Black Friday & Small Business Saturday Specials and Carolers: Shoppers are invited to kick off the holiday season at The Forum Carlsbad on Nov. 29 and 30. Explore the collection of shops and restaurants, many of which are offering seasonal promotions, events, and extended hours throughout the weekend. Plus, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., strolling carolers will serenade guests to spark the holiday spirit. Annual Tree Lighting Celebration: The Forum Carlsbad’s 22nd Annual Tree Lighting takes place on Friday, Dec. 6, from 6-9 p.m. This festive evening will feature a live performance by The Mar Dels, holiday characters, and an enchanting snowfall to close out the night. Santa Claus will make his grand arrival to light the Christmas Tree, kicking off a dazzling light show and creating a memorable experience for all in attendance. Schedule of Events: 6-6:30 p.m. Performance by La Costa Canyon High School Marching Band Santa’s Arrival Lighting of the Christmas Tree, followed by a light show and snowfall 6:30-9 p.m. Photos with Santa in the Garden Area behind YETI Live music by The Mar Dels Strolling holiday characters, photo booth, and complimentary treats from local restaurants Santa Visits Capture the magic of the season with Santa on Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 7-22, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the Garden Area near YETI. Visits with Santa are free of charge, and families are encouraged to bring their own cameras to capture the memories. In addition, holiday characters will make a special appearance on Saturdays. Saturday, Dec. 7 — Special appearance by The Grinch Saturday, Dec. 14 — Meet Buddy the Elf Saturday, Dec. 21 — The Grinch returns for another festive visit Christmas Tree Wonderlights From Dec. 7-25, guests will enjoy a captivating, choreographed light and music show on The Forum Carlsbad’s Christmas Tree each evening. The shows begin on the hour from 5-9 p.m., adding a magical glow to every holiday evening and creating a must-see experience for all ages.

This weekend in the arts: A new zine fest in Chula Vista; the power of drawing; installation art in Escondido; chamber music inspired by visual art; "3 Summers of Lincoln"; plus live music picks and more.

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app. It’s an all-new season of one of our favorite travel guides and this time one episode brings Samantha Brown back to Louisiana. She begins her New Orleans trip at City Park, enjoying chicory coffee and beignets from Cafe Du Monde. Biking down the Tammany Trace Rail Trail leads her to Abita Springs, where New Orleans’ famous beer is brewed. She also visits the National WWII Museum.

Premieres Sundays, Jan. 12 - Feb. 23, 2025 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app + Encores Tuesdays, Jan. 14 - Feb. 25 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2. It’s Spring 1941, and with World War II fully underway, we return to Darrowby, where baby Jimmy is keeping everyone at Skeldale House on their toes. Meanwhile, Tristan’s surprise return turns out to be more complicated than Siegfried hoped.

Celebrate the season in San Diego with holiday-themed performances, festivals and more, from "The Nutcracker" ballet to toy trains and Kwanzaa.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's center-left Labor Party is seeking a second term. His opponent, conservative opposition leader Peter Dutton, wants to become the first political leader to oust a first-term government since 1931.