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A special opportunity for San Diego+Tijuana youth to express their unique point of view on the subject of PLACE, through digital works of photography, mixed media and illustration. On May 18, 2024, Outside the Lens will host “Voice Out,” a reception, panel discussion, and juried youth arts exhibition featuring photography, mixed media, and illustrations at the organization’s Wonder Lab in San Diego’s East Village. The exhibit will display works by young creatives from San Diego and Tijuana that express their unique perspective on “Place.” This year’s exhibition marks a first for Outside the Lens, and the inaugural theme of “Place” aims to create a welcoming space and place for young people, families, educators, creatives, and all community members interested in experiencing artworks that explore the concepts of belonging, connection, and self-expression. The show’s title, “Voice Out” refers to how empowering it can feel for young people to tell their own stories and how that empowerment can positively transform entire communities. Free registration for the event is available through the “Voice Out” website. There will also be paid tickets available for an exclusive preview and reception from 3-4 p.m. All entries will be displayed and celebrated and the evening will include a live DJ set, a panel discussion, and an awards ceremony. Youth, aged 8-12, and teens, aged 13-19, are encouraged to submit digital work through Outside the Lens’ “Voice Out” website from March 4 through April 7, 2024. A jury of youth, artists, and community leaders from the San DiegoTijuana region will select winning submissions to be featured on the night of the event. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three works in each category. More information and event registration details can be found here. “Voice Out” Exhibition: Save the Date: Outside the Lens will host the free “Voice Out” exhibition and youth arts event on Saturday, May 18, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the Wonder Lab, 125 14th Street, San Diego. Visit the “Voice Out” website for more details on how to register and attend. About Outside the Lens: Outside the Lens amplifies the voices of youth facing systemic disadvantages through the media arts, encouraging self expression, learning, and civic engagement. We activate voices of youth, catalyzing change within themselves and their communities and have brought arts-integrated programming to over 25,000 students in weekly classes, after-school programs, summer sessions, workshops, and teacher training for over 20 years. OTL is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our IRS tax ID number 26-4832772. Stay Connected with Outside The Lens! Facebook | Instagram | X

Premieres Sunday, May 26, 2024 at 8 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App. America’s national night of remembrance returns live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol for a special 35th anniversary broadcast taking us back to the real meaning of Memorial Day through personal stories and tributes interwoven with musical performances. The deeply moving annual event unlike anything else on television brings us together as one family of Americans to honor the service of generations of our men and women in uniform, our military families, and pay tribute to all those who have given their lives for our country.

Bloom Bash is Friday, April 26 from 7 p.m. – Midnight Bloom Bash is a 21+ event kicking off Art Alive weekend with delicious food and cocktails, a Ferris wheel and other festivities in the plaza outside the Museum, after-hours viewing of the Art Alive floral exhibition, and special art installations, including work by Bay-Area graffiti artist Nisha Kaur Sethi, who was brought up in the graffiti scene and is currently an artist and activist working as a professional sign painter. She draws inspiration from and was deeply influenced by childhood trips to India, learning the world of hand-painted film posters. Bloom Bash will also feature sweet and savory delicacies from more than 30 top eateries, including signature cocktails, craft beer, and upscale wine, plus live music, unique performances, and all-night dancing. BLOOM BASH FEATURES: Divine savory and sweet delicacies from San Diego’s top fine dining eateries, including special offerings of delicious Indian cuisine An extravagant selection of custom, mixed libations from Hendrick’s Gin, Milagro Tequila, Panama 66, Harrah’s Resort Southern California, The Desmond at Kimpton Alma, Locals Only Vodka, and Above Board Craft beer by Rincon Reservation Road Brewery Wines by Pali Wine Co. and other remarkable thirst-quenchers Custom henna design application with Henna San Diego Stunning contemporary art installations After-hours access to the Art Alive floral exhibition Return of the Ferris wheel on the plaza sponsored by Harrah’s Resort Southern California Live music, unique performances, and dancing all night Plus, more to be announced… Join us April 25-28, 2024, for an immersive dream-like fusion of flowers and art. Learn more about Art Alive 2024. Tickets are also available online at https://www.sdmart.org/art-alive-tickets/. San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025 at 7 p.m. on KPBS 2 and 9 p.m. on KPBS TV + Sunday, Oct. 26 at 6:30 p.m. on KPBS 2. Join the Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist performing at the top of his game at the famed London venue. Experience live versions of his hits like “Can’t Stop This Thing We Started,” “House Arrest," and “Everything I Do, I Do It for You.”

In The Listeners, a seductive cult leader and an unexplainable noise divides an innocent community and warps reality. Mazzoli's opera receives its U.S. premiere in Philadelphia.

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App. When Danielle Metz's triple life sentence was commuted, she got a rare chance to regain the life and family that she'd been dreaming about in prison. But back home in New Orleans, she steps into a different reality. Commuted traces Danielle's journey to find purpose and love, and to confront the wounds of incarceration that linger after release from prison.

The billionaire businessman has spent weeks campaigning relentlessly for Donald Trump. That dedication could lead to major benefits for him and his companies.

Vice President Harris is banking on the support of young voters. But new polling shows potential roadblocks for Harris in replicating the historically high youth support President Biden received in 2020.

A Mystery Comedy play by San Diego’s own prolific Playwright, Earl Hamilton, Jr. Directed by Jennie Hamilton. Clarence has just been awarded clown of the year, he and his wife return home to relax and reminisce about his wonderful celebration night, but something goes theatrically wrong when someone accidentally gets shot. Date/Time | Running April 19 – May 12, 2024. Fridays & Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 3 p.m. Admission | General Admission: $20, Seniors, students, military, disabled and groups of 10 or more attending the same performance: $17. Venue | Community Actors Theatre For more information, please visit here or call 619-581-2634. The San Diego Public Bus Line, stops right in front of Community Actors Theatre. Side street parking. Additional parking is allowed at the Calvary Lutheran Church right across the street from the theatre, in the middle of the block with the tall steeple. (Church on 54th. Street).

Olympic torchbearers included BTS star Jin, a runner from Central African Republic, former World Cup and Olympic medal winners and people known for their volunteer or community work.