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Meet the candidates and learn what's at stake with KPBS' Nov. 5, 2024 election guide for California State Assembly races.

Evolve Student Housing aims to lower SDSU's carbon footprint while also responding to skyrocketing demand for on-campus housing.

Monday, January 20 from 9 a.m. – Noon Ages 4-6 welcome! Taught by artist and designer Christine Gilpin, your preschool age child will explore collaging, color theory, sewing, weaving and fiber arts in our studio. We will explore through sensory activities, crafts and stories while developing fine motor skills. Littles learn best by doing and playing. We practice handwork and workplay. We “play” with natural objects and materials. Each project is planned so that children build skills while satisfying their need to explore. Projects are safe, non-toxic, and full of creativity. It’s important that your child bring water in a refillable bottle and a snack (no candy or peanut products please) in case they are hungry or thirsty during this time. In addition, if your child is enrolled in a nearby camp elsewhere in Liberty Station in the afternoon, and their camp begins as ours ends, we are happy to walk your child to their next camp. If you’d like your camper to stay during the lunch hour from Noon -1 p.m., for a fun, supervised space to eat their lunch (not provided) and a craft afterward, visit Lunch Supervision. • Military and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • If this class is full, join the Interest List. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.

"Syria’s Crossroads: Revolution, Governance, and the Future of Leadership" Featuring: Wael Al-Sawah Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025 from 10:30 a.m. - Noon Location: Hall of Nations at 2191 West Pan American Road, Balboa Park About the Program The dramatic and wholly unexpected fall of the Assad regime on Dec. 8, 2025, has altered the course of Syrian history and shifted geopolitical balances across the Levant and the greater Middle East. How did Assad fall so suddenly from power despite overt support from Russia, Iran, and Hezbollah? Who is Ahmad Al-Sharaa, and what is his vision for Syria? What does the fall of Assad mean for Israel and the Arab world? Wael Al-Sawah will first offer his expert and experienced analysis of the situation facing the newly installed Sharaa regime. In his words, “the fall of the Assad regime marks a monumental turning point in Syria’s history and offers an unparalleled opportunity to rebuild a state founded on justice, equality, and democracy”. In his lecture Al-Sawah will review the historical precedents of regime shifts since Syrian independence in 1946. He will also address the opportunities and various challenges facing the Sharaa regime. Following Wael’s presentation, audience members will be allowed to ask questions. About Wael al-Sawah Wael al-Sawah is a Syrian writer and researcher specializing in Levantine politics and civil society. He is the president of Pro-Justice, a California-based nonprofit dedicated to combating impunity. Al-Sawah serves as the Secretary of the American Coalition for Syria and is a member of the Advisory Board for the Syria Program at the Middle East Institute in Washington. He also holds the position of editor-in-chief at The Syrian Observer. Between 2006 and 2012, Al-Sawah worked for the US Embassy Damascus as Political Analyst and Advisor. He has authored novels and short stories and has co-authored several books in both Arabic and English. Previous Roles and Affiliations: Former Executive Director of The Day After. Former Executive Director of the Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression. Former Political Analyst at the US Embassy, Damascus. Member of the Steering Committee for the Temporary Compensation Project. Fellow at the Hoover Institution in the United States.

Share a Once in a Lifetime Experience and Make a Musical Difference. Please join Guitars and Ukes in the Classroom for a rare and intimate benefit evening of breathtaking music from two-time GRAMMY winning solo guitarist, recording artist, composer, and arranger, Laurence Juber. On November 8 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. and in the company of this guitar great, you can sit back and relax in the gorgeous Sky Lounge at 525 Olive St. in Hillcrest with a view of San Diego's Skyline and Balboa Park. Laurence is internationally renowned, and widely recognized for his work as lead guitarist for Paul McCartney's Wings. His album “LJ Plays the Beatles” was voted in the top 10 of favorite acoustic guitar recordings by Acoustic Guitar Magazine. In addition to an enchanting evening of music and stories, the event includes the pre-show with light refreshments, and a small silent pre-holiday auction. Your contribution, made while reserving your seat, is entirely tax deductible. A suggested donation of $75 per person is optimal, but more options are available. We are grateful for your tax-deductible support at whatever level feels most comfortable for you. If you are not able to attend or the event is sold out, you can still support the organization and their programs by donating here https://www.guitarsintheclassroom.org/donate.html Together, we will fund free music programs for San Diego schools in musical and financial need to make a difference and improve education through the arts for hundreds of local children and teens this school year! Visit: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MjIyNDcy Lawrence Juber on Instagram and Facebook

Looking for a sweet and interactive way to celebrate Valentine’s or Galentine’s Day? Seabreeze Craft Chocolates has you covered with a truffle-making workshop on February 13th at 7:30 p.m., perfect for couples, friends, and chocolate lovers alike. During the evening, you will learn the art of crafting gourmet truffles using premium ingredients. You’ll have the chance to add a personal touch by hand-painting custom designs on your creations. As part of the experience, you’ll also gain insights into the journey of chocolate, from cocoa bean to artisanal bonbons. To finish, take home a box of your beautifully crafted truffles to enjoy together. Tickets are $75 per person and include all materials, guided instruction, and your completed truffles. Space is limited, so reserve your spot early. Visit: https://seabreezechocolates.as.me/schedule/b305f5d2/?appointmentTypeIds Seabreeze Craft Chocolates on Instagram

Join the San Diego Bird Alliance (formerly known as the San Diego Audubon Society) for a volunteer work event at the Anstine-Audubon Nature Preserve to prepare for this season’s reopening to the public! The Anstine Preserve is an 11.6-acre nature preserve with four distinct native habitats, including Coastal Sage Scrub, Oak Woodlands, Mixed Riparian and a freshwater pond. Home to more than 100 species of birds and 70 species to native plants, Anstine is a unique location in North County San Diego. Volunteers will be tasked with the removal of overgrown vegetation on trails, cutting back native pollinator gardens, and preparing the preserve for students, birders and hikers to enjoy. Your efforts will also prevent the weeds from becoming flash fuels in a wildfire Come experience the wonderful sights and sounds of the wildlife that resides on property while getting your hands dirty in nature. Visit: https://www.handsonsandiego.org/opportunity/a0CQQ00001qKZsA2AW/eco-anstine-audubon-nature-preserve-volunteer-work-party

A 10th week at the top of the Billboard pop chart is quite an accomplishment. Before the 2000s, that was the rarest of feats. In the days of streaming though, it's become more common.

Join us for a special live virtual event for students* with Chanel Miller author of "Know My Name: A Memoir" Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. Register now! The event is free. A link will be provided in your confirmation email and event reminders. No other registration is required. *This event is specifically designed for upper high school and college students who have read "Know My Name" and want to engage with Chanel on how you can conduct agency and use storytelling to heal from challenging circumstances. Students, educators, friends and families are all welcome. Please join KPBS and our partners for a special live virtual event with Chanel Miller, author of our 2024 One Book, One San Diego adult selection, “Know My Name: A Memoir*.” A discussion and open Q&A session, specifically designed for our student audience, will follow a brief introduction by the author. One Book, One San Diego is a partnership, led by KPBS, with the San Diego Public Library, the San Diego County Library, San Diego State University, One Book Sin Fronteras and more than 40 others. For more information about One Book, One San Diego, please visit: kpbs.org/onebook One Book One San Diego is funded by the Linden Root Dickinson Foundation, the Seth Sprague Educational and Charitable Foundation, the Payne Family Foundation, the Frieda Berlinski Foundation, Kaiser Permanente, the University of San Diego, the City of San Diego, Lloyd Pest Control.

In 1992, the month of May was designated by President George H. W. Bush as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.The annual celebration honors the many contributions and accomplishments of Asian Americans, Pacific Islander Americans, and Native Hawaiians. We are delighted to work with the Coronado Public Library to celebrate AAPI Month with four talented and accomplished members of the AAPI community: New York Times bestselling author Alka Joshi; TikTok and IG megastar and founder of Ahnest Kitchen, Sarah Ahn; debut novelist and attorney Rosa Kwon Easton; and award-winning eco-entrepreneur Michelle Jungmin Bang. Adventures By the Book on Facebook / Instagram