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Learn more about a proposed zero-emission truck charging hub in National City. What: Skycharger Community Meeting When: Thursday, May 1, 2025 | 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Where: National City Aquatic Center at Pepper Park, 3300 Pepper Park Pl., National City, CA 91950 The event will include: - A project update and timeline - A safety briefing including fire risk assessment and planning Please RSVP here: https://forms.gle/QYA7zqKUjY8p6iW7A More info here: https://skycharger.com/zev-truck-hub/ We’re looking forward to an open and respectful conversation and hope to see you there.

Michel Martin asks former Google CEO Eric Schmidt about the government's move to separate Google from its Chrome browser and the future of artificial intelligence as envisioned in the book "Genesis."

The effort began after a former Afghan interpreter was detained after his San Diego asylum hearing this month.

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 11:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS app. Guest: Viet Thanh Nguyen (author of "The Sympathizer") and Mai Elliott (author of "The Sacred Willow"). It's been fifty years since the last U.S. military helicopters left Saigon, signaling the fall of the country or its liberation, depending on whom you ask. Two Vietnamese Americans with personal ties to the war reflect on the milestone anniversary.

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS app. A visit to the Steam and Gas Engine Museum at Vista. Remembering the Clermont Hotel and the days when a part of San Diego was known as "The Harlem of the West." Things viewers have sent in.

Visions Museum of Textile Art, located in the heart of Liberty Station's Arts District, celebrates and advances contemporary quilting and textile art through exhibitions that explore cultural traditions, contemporary relevance, and innovative creativity. From May-October, experience "We Are Voices of Other Voices," a collaboration between Zapotec artisans and contemporary artists blending traditional craftsmanship with modern expression. Other exhibitions include "INITKA," highlighting men in textile arts, and the weavings of Laura Foster Nicholson, which address themes of climate change. More information is available at vmota.org. Visions Museum of Textile Art on Instagram

Experience the timeless magic of "Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma!," with Cygnet Theatre’s bold immersive twist on this American classic. This captivating story follows the charming romance between cowboy Curly McLain and farm girl Laurey Williams, while the menacing farmhand Jud Fry complicates their love. As the community prepares for statehood, personal dreams and rivalries intertwine with broader themes of hope, resilience, and unity. With unforgettable songs like “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’” and “People Will Say We’re in Love,” "Oklahoma!" vividly captures the joys and challenges of frontier life. Whether you’re revisiting this classic or discovering it for the first time, "Oklahoma!" promises a delightful and unforgettable theatrical experience. Visit: cygnettheatre.org/show/season24-25/oklahoma/ Old Town Theatre Box Office: 4040 Twiggs St. San Diego, CA 92110 619-337-1525 boxoffice@cygnettheatre.org Tuesday – Sunday, Noon – 6 p.m. or until the evening performances begins Cygnet Theatre on Facebook / Instagram

Discover "Taste of San Diego: Filipino Culinary Journeys," an exhibit exploring Filipino-American identity through food, culture, and resilience. Experience stories of Navy stewards, backyard gardens, local markets, and restaurants shaping San Diego’s Filipino community. Celebrate immigrant chefs, brewers, and entrepreneurs elevating Filipino cuisine. Join us on this flavorful journey! Your donation is your admission to our museums. We don’t charge a fixed admission fee but look to your generosity to help make history accessible to all in our community, removing barriers for those who would otherwise not be able to experience our region’s history. Suggested minimum donation: $10. Visit: sandiegohistory.org San Diego History Center on Instagram / Facebook

Connect with nature and discover something new this spring by strolling along four miles of trails at San Diego Botanic Garden. With vibrant blooms come a fresh selection of spring classes and events this month, including the popular "World of Orchids" spring showcase from May 4 - June 1, 2025. Returning for the fifth year with a reimagined theme, "World of Orchids: Orchidelirium" pays homage to the 19th-century floral craze that captivated the world. Throughout the exhibition run, enjoy special orchid classes and workshops, and browse plant sales with local vendors on select weekends. Hours: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (last ticket entry at 4 p.m. for walkups) Closed Tuesdays Visit: https://sdbg.org/world-of-orchids/ San Diego Botanic Garden on Facebook / Instagram

Four new exhibitions at Mingei International Museum celebrate multicultural folk art, craft, and design. "Fashioning an Icon" explores the Virgin of Guadalupe’s endurance as an iconic cultural symbol fashioned through creative expression. On View: April 5 - Sept. 7, 2025 "Student Craft 2025" highlights local high school student work on the theme: What makes an icon? On View: April 5 - Aug. 17, 2025 "Historic Footprints" recontextualizes Native American ledger drawings, presenting both historic works as well as contemporary ledger drawings by numerous artists. On View: April 12 - Aug. 17, 2025 "Across the Spooniverse" presents over 100 spoons from across the globe. On View: April 12 - Aug. 17, 2025 Visit: https://mingei.org/exhibitions Museum Hours: Closed Monday. Open Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. + Friday from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram