Search results for

Scroll through Life Kit's New Year's Resolution Planner to find the perfect goal this year, whether it's exercising more, paying off your credit card debt or having more fun.

NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani about brokering a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war, and an exchange of hostages and prisoners.

Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS App + Encores Sunday, March 4 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2 and Tuesday, March 5 at 9:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. On this episode, we remember a San Diego legend in the world of fast pitch softball, the late Danny Millsap, take a look into collections of rare objects ranging from hair and calculators to milk cartons and the biggest Roy Rogers memorabilia in San Diego, discover what the Latin phrase on the Balboa Park California Dome translates to, and more!

Fall is officially here and that means pumpkin spice, a crisp in the air, and time to get ready for Halloween in the Village! Save the date for a skele-ton of fun events that will be sure to keep your jack-o-lantern full. On Saturday, October 28th, there will be a wide variety of activities throughout the Village that will ensure a smashing day for the whole family. Plan to spend the day in the Village, as there's a little bit of something for everyone. Trick-or-treaters can stop by CalRes Realty (located at 2691 State Street) from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. to receive a complimentary string backpack (while supplies last). Grab a selfie or two and indulge in a little face painting before heading out for some sweet inspiration. For safe business-to-business trick-or-treating, look for participating candy stop businesses who will be sporting a candy corn icon in their window. Keep in mind that many businesses downtown will be handing out treats, so be sure to also keep an eye out for generous candy bowls. CVA’s mobile walking map will also help you locate candy stops. If you are a businesses interested in being an official candy stop, please contact chanel@carlsbad-village.com. From 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. the Village Faire Shopping Center (located at 300 Carlsbad Village Dr.) will be offering up a scary good line-up of activities. From trick-or-treating to costume contests for toddlers, kids, teens, and groups to live DJs and even a magic show, the day will be filled with Halloween fun. Full list of Village Faire activities and activations below: 2:00-5:00 p.m. DJ/Music and Photo Booth 3:00-4:15 p.m. DJ Ironman (in costume) - performance and will take pictures with guests 4:00-5:00 p.m. Halloween Costume Contest (see categories below) 5:15-6:00 p.m. Comedy Magic (with Jim Hynd) Halloween Costume Contest Categories: Best Superhero - One Winner - Toddlers (Age 1-3) Most Creative - One Winner - Toddlers (Age 1-3) Best Superhero - One Winner - Kids (Age 4-12) Most Creative - One Winner - Kids (Age 4-12) Best Superhero - One Winner - Teens (Age 13-17) Most Creative - One Winner - Teens (Age 13-17) Group or Family Themed Costume - One Winner Best Furry Pet (Dog) Costume - One Winner Also don't miss a cauldron-full of fun at Boys & Girls Club (located at 3115 Roosevelt St.) that includes Halloween-themed games, a pumpkin patch fundraiser, and a family-friendly movie (that begins promptly at 6:30pm). Space is limited. Tickets can be bought in advance at the clubhouse or with cash at the door. $2 for game tickets and $1 food and drink options. What makes this year’s event so special is the collaboration between our Carlsbad Village supporters and enthusiasts. Everything we do downtown is meant to bring businesses and community together. For the latest details on Halloween in the Village, visit carlsbad-village.com Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and subscribe to our eNewsletter for more updates.

Debate is hot about the impact of a higher minimum wage. Half a million Californians work in fast-food, where wages had stagnated for decades. Restaurant owners warn of higher prices and fewer hours.

It is not much of an exaggeration, if it is one at all, that college towns are to the Democrats today what factory towns were through most of the 20th century.

"Park-Way for a Day" is a proposal to temporarily close a portion of state Route 163 to cars and open it to pedestrians and cyclists with activities, food, art installations and music.

Are you a plant lover who needs to elevate your propagation station? Or a forager who often finds yourself carrying home a bit of nature? Whether this describes you, or if you are looking to enhance your woodworking skills and make a thoughtful gift for someone, this workshop is for you. In this 1-day workshop, students will leave with a pair of bud vases of their own and the skills to begin creating their own designs. In this class we will cover shop safety and use of the bandsaw, spindle sander, edge sander, drill press, as well as various hand tools. Students will also learn sanding best practices and how to achieve a perfect finish. We welcome all makers, from beginners to advanced. Materials are provided. We recommend students bring your own eye protection, ear protection & apron. Aprons for sale here. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome. Students are welcome to bring a snack for a short break mid-class. About Working For Women | Woodworking for Women classes are designed to empower women & nonbinary individuals in a supportive and educational woodshop environment which is predominantly a masculine space. In this project-based series of classes, we will cover the properties of wood, machine safety, and techniques on various tools and machines. We will also introduce machine and hand-sanding as well as methods for finishing your piece. Choose from a variety of classes and projects to develop your skills.

Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App + Encores Monday, Feb. 26 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2 and Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 10:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. We visit a San Diego place, made famous by one man, who stayed there just one time; discover what remains of "Potash City" in the South Bay; and recall some favorite San Diego County spots that are gone with time.

California regulators have proposed delaying some new rules aimed at reducing how much water people use on their lawns. Last year, regulators proposed new rules aimed at reducing statewide water use by 14%.