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Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.

A promising writer-turned-adjunct college professor grapples with the harsh reality of being undervalued and disposable in academia. As he confronts mounting disillusionment, he must chart a new path forward. A deeply personal meditation on purpose, identity, and resilience in a system that prizes flexibility over commitment. Please join us for special post-screening Q&As with local filmmaker Ron Najor after the Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night screenings of "Adjunct." Showtimes: Thursday, July 17, 2025: 7 p.m. (post-screening filmmaker Q&A) Friday, July 18, 2025: 4 p.m. (post-screening filmmaker Q&A) Saturday, July 19, 2025: noon, 7 p.m. (post-screening filmmaker Q&A) Sunday, July 20, 2025: 5:30 p.m. Monday, July 21, 2025: 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, 2025: 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 23, 2025: 7 p.m. ***** Ron Najor is a producer best known for the critically acclaimed feature "Short Term 12," which appeared on over 100 year-end top-ten lists and received the Golden Tomato Award from Rotten Tomatoes as the highest-rated limited-release film of 2013. Najor made his producing debut with the indie feature "I Am Not a Hipster," which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and earned him a nomination for the Producers Award. He later directed and produced the short documentary "American Baghdad," which premiered at AFI Docs in 2016. Expanding into episodic storytelling, Najor co-wrote, directed, and produced the indie pilots "The Dream" and "Pretend Partners," which were official selections at SXSW in 2020 and 2021. "Pretend Partners" received a Special Jury Recognition for Best Duo at SXSW. Najor’s feature, "Adjunct," which he wrote, directed, and produced, premiered at the Austin Film Festival in 2024. Most recently, he produced the feature film "Lucky Lu," starring internationally acclaimed actor Chang Chen, which premiered at Directors' Fortnight at Cannes in 2025. Media Arts Center San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Family Art Adventures are dynamic free guided tours specially designed for families with school-aged children ages 5 to 12. Tours are offered the first and third Saturdays of each month at 10:30 a.m. Family tour themes change monthly, and each family tour is followed by a hands-on art-making activity. All materials are provided. Free with Museum admission. RSVP requested. The San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a time to honor and remember those we have lost, and welcome them back to visit the land of the living. San Diego will hold several events and festivities to commemorate the tradition, and KPBS found a list of places you can attend and enjoy.

Watch Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025 + Tuesday, Dec. 16 + Friday, Dec. 26+ Wednesday, Dec. 31 at 11 a.m. on KPBS TV. Someplace Else is getting ready for New Year's Eve, and Donkey Hodie prepares for her special family tradition with Grampy and Cousin Hodie. After neighbors celebrate the countdown in their own ways, they come together for a new tradition!

Date: Sunday, September 21, 2025 Time: 4:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Where: L'Auberge Del Mar, 1540 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014 Limited Spots Available! We're excited to host a creative fundraiser for the ACLU — featuring a floral arranging workshop and a beautiful evening with an ocean view! Native Poppy is proud to support the ACLU, whose work to protect civil rights and fight for equity resonates deeply with our belief that everyone deserves freedom to live, love and express themselves fully and fearlessly. First, enjoy two hours of entertaining and educational floral design instruction from Native Poppy florists, where you'll create a stunning arrangement using flowers generously donated by Cali Wholesale. Finish the night by walking your arrangement over to a beautiful dinner party on L'Auberge's sunset terrace with an ocean view. Student work will become the centerpiece for a dinner party with delicious fare, with menu options fit for most dietary preferences. This experience is perfect for all skill levels, no prior floristry experience necessary. Bring your friends, or come alone to learn and build community! Your ticket includes: - Fun and comprehensive instruction of our best-selling Flower Arranging 101 class with Native Poppy florists - Dinner and drinks on an ocean-view terrace (GF, DF, and V options available) - Your beautiful arrangement to take home - 100% of all proceeds raised will be donated to the ACLU -Please note: we take care to create a safe workshop experience for our guests. By enrolling in this workshop, you accept the terms of Native Poppy's waiver of liability. Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram ACLU on Facebook / Instagram

So, you’re in San Diego during Comic-Con weekend, but there’s a problem: no badge. Don’t worry, KPBS has compiled a list of offsite events you can attend without a badge and still be a part of the fun.

A Florida-based company is charging military veterans as much as $20,000 for help with disability claims, even though the VA has said that may be illegal and the service should be free. But so far nobody's stopping the company and others like it.

Join us at our annual Thanksgiving Buffet, where you and your loved ones can savor a delectable spread of traditional Thanksgiving favorites and exquisite dishes, expertly crafted by Chef Mark Kropczynski. Enjoy an afternoon of indelible memories, complete with live music and a complimentary glass of sparkling wine, all set in a warm and elegant atmosphere Thursday November 27th from 11a.m. – 2 p.m. $175 per adult, $165 per seniors (60+), and $85 per child, ages 4-12 years old. Prices exclude tax & 22% gratuity Reservations are required, menu details to come. Visit: https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1050625&restref=1050625&experienceId=539908&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared The US Grant on Instagram and Facebook

The Vatican returned 62 artifacts to Indigenous peoples from Canada, a historic restitution that is part of the Catholic Church's reckoning with its role in helping suppress Indigenous culture.