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Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with KPBS Passport / YouTube! Christopher Kimball searches Paris for new spins on bistro classics, starting with a surprising take on French Onion Soup. Back at Milk Street, Rose Hattabaugh makes Oven-Baked Three-Layer Croque Monsieur Sandwiches, a fuss-free recipe that's doable on any night of the week. Finally, Rosemary Gill prepares a modern twist on garlic bread: Garlic Toasts with Goat Cheese and Herb Salad.

Kick off the summer and Discover Ocean Beach! Join tens of thousands of visitors for 2 stages of live music, community mural projects, Artists’ Alley featuring handmade items from local artisans, food and merchandise vendors, a Seaside Family Fun Zone, the famous Chili Cook-Off, and more! The Ocean Beergarden will be rockin' all day for guests 21+ looking to enjoy an ice-cold brew or cocktail with an ocean view. It will be near the main stage with live music for guests of all ages. The OB Dirty Birds Wing Eating Contest and Hodad's Burger Eating Contest in the afternoon on the main stage. The Chili Cook-Off features awards for the titles of Hottest Chili, Judges’ Award, and the Grand Prize: People’s Choice Award. Featuring amateur and restaurant divisions, chili entries can be tasted for $2, or attendees can purchase a Master Ticket for $25 and sample every recipe to vote for their favorite. The OB Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off presented by Buzz Cannabis is Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the 4800-5000 blocks of Newport Avenue and along the waterfront. Free parking is available at the Sun Runner parking lot on Sea World Drive on Pacific Coast Highway. Trolley services will run from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. There is also a free bike valet at the intersection of Bacon Street and Newport Avenue. Ocean Beach MainStreet Association on Facebook / Instagram / X

Fallbrook Music Society presents Camarada’s “Tango Obsession” at the Mission Theater. This program brings a wide range of passionate tango music in a reprise of the group’s recent national and international tours. The program explores a wide range of tango music through a curated time-travel experience, bringing the audience on a journey from the 1900s all the way to Camarada’s newest commissions. This powerful afternoon experience features Beth Ross Buckley, flute; Dana Burnett, piano; David Buckley, violin and composer Andrés Martín, bass. Camarada The Chamber Music Ensemble on Facebook / Instagram

Start your weekend with movement and mindfulness at Deliberately Adopted Floral & Design in La Mesa. This special event blends an energizing yet grounding yoga flow with a calming meditation and the soothing vibrations of sound healing, creating the perfect space to reset and reconnect. Whether you're looking to release stress, find balance, or simply take some time for yourself, this class is designed to leave you feeling refreshed and restored. No experience needed—just come as you are and move in a way that feels good. Date: Saturday, March 15
Time: 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Location: Deliberately Adopted Floral & Design, La Mesa Please bring a yoga mat and anything to keep you comfortable during the meditation, such as a blanket, pillow, or eye mask. Spots are limited, so grab yours now. Can’t wait to flow with you! Visit: https://lmflorals.com/events/ Deliberately Adopted Floral and Design on Instagram and Facebook

Curious about entrepreneurship but not sure where to start? This 5-day course is designed for teens excited to learn about starting their own businesses. Through lectures from UC San Diego faculty, teamwork, exercises, and discussions with founders of startups, you’ll learn how to come up with viable business ideas; understand the marketing mix and choose your target customer; and develop your positioning and entrepreneurial strategy. The program culminates with a team pitch to expert judges from our startup community! Audience: 9th through 12th grades Location: Homeschool Resource Center REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/launchpad-entrepreneurship-boot-camp-412712

The release of WWII-era military documents this year has given a boost to researchers digging into Japan's germ warfare program. Japan's government has never apologized for the atrocities.

Join us for a springtime celebration of culinary artistry, immersive design, and meaningful connections. Each ticket provides entry to a one-of-a-kind evening featuring: -An exclusive, 5-course dinner crafted by "FIISH Sustainable Sushi" returning for their second dinner with The Blank Table. Known for their commitment to sustainable seafood and bold, innovative flavors, FIISH is set to deliver an unforgettable culinary experience. -4 paired, curated cocktails by a master mixologist, perfectly complementing each dish. -A thoughtfully selected, off-the-beaten-path location revealed just before the event. -Exceptional service and gratuity included for our incredible server team. -Stunning event production and design, creating an atmosphere unlike any other in San Diego. -And a portion of your ticket goes directly to Feeding San Diego, our cherished community partner. Secure your spot now for a multi-sensory evening that redefines dining, where culinary craftsmanship meets connection and purpose. Visit: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/theblanktable/1549650 The Blank Table on Instagram

Join us for an evening of deep connection and honest conversation at the next Rise Up Circle event. In an intimate and welcoming space, we’ll gather for a powerful panel discussion exploring what it truly means to evolve beyond fear. Together, our speakers will share their personal journeys—unpacking the fears that have shaped them, the pivotal moments that sparked transformation, and the courage it takes to step into the unknown. Through storytelling, reflection, and open dialogue, we’ll explore how to embrace fear as a guide rather than a barrier. Expect an evening where vulnerability meets empowerment—where you’ll not only hear inspiring stories but also connect with a like-minded community seeking growth, healing, and evolution. Whether you’re navigating personal or professional transitions, this conversation will offer the insight and encouragement you need to take your next step forward. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rise-evolve-evolving-beyond-fear-tickets-1271176145069?aff=oddtdtcreator

"The Valley of Shadows" - Presented by Write Out Loud and the Friends of the Villa Montezuma. Before pianist, Spiritualist, and writer Jesse Shepard became a world traveler and performer he was an immigrant boy growing up on the Illinois prairie in the time of comets, religious revivalism, and anti-slavery conflicts. Hear stories and song as he recalls scenes from his youth as the young United States of America reckons with its own sense of Self and Union. In a unique and lyrical series of vignettes, Jesse Shepard, writing under his pen name "Francis Grierson," paints an optimistic and enchanting picture of a people and place shimmering on the brink of change. Performed in the gorgeous Music Room of Jesse Shepard's own Palace of the Arts - the 1887 masterpiece Villa Montezuma. Local non-metered street parking in the residential neighborhood. Please note that the Villa Montezuma Museum is a historic structure with no elevator. No internal recording or photography. Visit: https://writeoutloud.ticketspice.com/the-valley-of-shadows

The San Diego Early Music Society is thrilled to welcome back Stile Antico for the performance of their program "Palestrina in the Eternal City." The wonderful twelve-piece vocal ensemble will celebrate both its 20th season and Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina’s 500th birthday. The program explores the music Palestrina would have sung at the Sistine Chapel, the changes in his style demanded by the Counter-Reformation, his tragic personal life, and his influence on his successors. The repertoire is sumptuous, including several of Palestrina’s most beloved and timeless motets, gems by other leading composers active in Rome. The concert will be held at St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church on April 5th at 7:30 p.m. Tickets and additional information are available on the society’s website. The San Diego Early Music Society was founded in 1981 to showcase music of the medieval, Baroque, and Renaissance periods. Every year, the Society brings in talent from across the globe to perform on period instruments in venues around the San Diego community. The San Diego Early Music Society can be contacted by phone at (619) 291-8246, by email at sdems@sdems.org Visit: https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/sdems/876/event/1393077 Stile Antico on Instagram and Facebook