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Set in a dystopian future, "Metropolis" story follows Freder, the son of the city’s mastermind, whose love for a working-class woman leads him to the city’s unpleasant underbelly. "Metropolis" is often cited as one of the first science fiction feature films, opening the door to the hundreds of movies in the genre that exist today. Before the show Audience members are encouraged to arrive early for a pre-show performance by our guest organist Rosemary Bailey 30 minutes before the film. Visit: https://www.sandiegotheatres.org/events/detail/metropolis-1927 San Diego Theatres on Facebook / Instagram

They each carry an 80-liter trash bag and, once the bags get too heavy to carry around, they know it’s time to walk home and get ready for work.

"Who Do You Think You Are?," a staged reading of eight original 10-minute plays presented by The WhatNext? Collective will take place Saturday, May 2 at 5 p.m. at Old Town Theatre, 4040 Twiggs St., San Diego, CA 92110. Tickets and information are available at thewhatnextcollective.com/tix The evening spans a full range of female defiance, from two soccer moms on a bleacher finally finding their voices, to a cancer survivor turning her diagnosis into a stand-up set, to a compliance officer who approved the destruction of $9 million in contraceptives and decides she has to do something about it. There are mothers and daughters, secrets kept for 35 years, and a suburban housewife who has been surveilling her neighbors with binoculars for two years and will not be stopped. The ensemble cast features Julie Alexandria, Maria Costello, Kelley Goode, Melissa Jordan Grey, Ali Impey, Laura Jackson, Jena Joyce, Analia Romero, John Tessmer and Connie Terwilliger. The plays are written by Lisa Balderston, Aleta Barthell, Caroline Gilman, Melissa Jordan Grey, Lolo Moreno Ines, Lindsey Salatka and Connie Terwilliger. Jena Joyce serves as dramaturg. The production is directed by Lisa Celia Balderston, Aleta Barthell, Melissa Jordan Grey, Jena Joyce, Charles Peters, and Jenn Peters. Featured New Works: 200 Coffee Filters by Connie TerwilligerA woman tracks her whirlwind romances in coffee filters—until she realizes love might require more than just good chemistry and a fresh brew. Bittercake by Melissa Jordan GreyThree generations of women wrestle with food, body image, and inheritance as a simple cake reveals what’s been quietly baked into them all. Confetti Time by Aleta BarthellTwo women on a covert mission to blow up a pharmaceutical warehouse discover that waiting for orders is harder than pulling the trigger. Off Sides by Lindsey SalatkaAt a high school soccer game, two moms channel their sideline outrage into a full-blown reckoning with fear, politics, and finding their voice. Still Standing by Lisa BalderstonA stand-up comic battles Cancer as her most relentless heckler, proving that if she’s going down, she’s taking the mic—and the last word—with her. The Gossip by Lolo Moreno InesAn empty-nester turns neighborhood gossip into a high-stakes surveillance operation, blurring the line between curiosity, conspiracy, and self-discovery. Thirty-Five Candles by Melissa Jordan GreyAt a reunion decades in the making, two women confront the choices that shaped their lives—and the daughters they still imagine. Under the Influence by Caroline GilmanA perfectly curated influencer mom goes viral for all the wrong reasons when her live stream exposes the chaos behind her “perfect” life.

The San Diego Spring Home/Garden Show returns to the historic Del Mar Fairgrounds, where the Show has been part of the community for 40+ years. It is a two-day extravaganza of demonstrations, hundreds of home-improvement products and services, exhibitors, plant sales, and face-to-face consultations with top experts—all with the convenience of one-stop shopping for everything pertaining to home and garden, inside and outside. The San Diego Spring Home Garden Show is Southern California’s largest Home Garden Show for several reasons: Face to Face interaction with hundreds of high quality home improvement contractors and garden experts. The Show focuses on San Diego-area experts, services, products, and businesses, a San Diego County Show made for San Diegans. Visitors find everything they need to save time and money improving, refreshing, or remodeling their home and outdoor surroundings—from the latest in appliances to garden lighting, from BBQ’s to security systems, from baths to sunrooms, Energy efficient lighting to Solar, even ADU options. It’s everything for the home inside and outside, and all in one place! In addition to a huge main hall where hundreds of exhibitors showcase the newest products and hottest trends, all at special low show prices where you can save hundreds or even thousands, and Exclusive Show offers, plus several unique home and garden features. To make your experience more enjoyable, there will be live entertainment and an available Bar. Admission to the Show is FREE for both Saturday and Sunday! New this Show, the first 1,000 guests each day receive a FREE tote bag * “The Garden Marketplace”—Shop at a grand nursery of the freshest plants for sale direct from San Diego area garden and non-profit plant societies, specialty growers and wholesalers at low Show prices. FREE horticultural advice from Master Gardeners. Plus, Face-to-Face meetings with some of San Diego’s top garden experts; gain priceless hands-on knowledge for your home projects, from landscaping to vegetable gardening and fruit trees. • Bargains!-- The San Diego Spring Home Garden Show is a home and garden shopper’s paradise. Special pricing is a big attraction for any homeowner looking for deep one-time-only savings. The Exhibitors offer an ideal opportunity to easily arrange for multiple bids on any home project, be it shutters, doors, windows, skylights, or hundreds of other essentials. Save TIME and MONEY! Show hours—Saturday, April 25 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 26 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. for more information visit: www.springhomegardenshow.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for tips and last minute updates. Join our mailing list to keep in the know about upcoming Shows or Features.

Poway Shakespeare is a new professional theatre company based in Old Poway Park. Our inaugural production, "Bards with Blades," features fast-paced Shakespearean scenes with live stage combat and will run from May 13–23 as part of the San Diego International Fringe Festival, with a special preview on May 11 in Balboa Park. This launch represents our long-term vision to establish a home for high-quality, accessible Shakespeare within our community. Instagram

Join us as we celebrate the closing weekend of "Designing the Infinite: Virtual Worldbuilding in Art & Gaming" with an artist market, drop-in workshop, and a conversation with exhibiting artist Victor Castaneda H on Saturday, April 11, from 2 - 5 p.m. at the California Center for the Arts Museum. Drawing from global cosmologies and contemporary digital practices, "Designing the Infinite" explores the perspectives of twelve artists from across the world building virtual environments through gaming technology to reimagine the cycles of creation, balance, and renewal that shape our realities. 2:30 - 3 p.m.: Join us in the gallery for a conversation with exhibiting artist Victor Castaneda H and learn more about his virtual reality installation, "Eternal Ether." Audience Q&A to follow. 2 - 5 p.m.,: Throughout the afternoon, spend time in the galleries with an artist market, a drop-in pixel cross-stitch workshop, and a live vinyl DJ set by Andrew Nguyen. Don't miss your last chance to check out the exhibition, along with "Kayla Mattes: Reboot > Reweave > Repeat and Lightwall," closing April 12. Learn more about the exhibitions at ccaemuseum.org. California Center for the Arts Museum on Facebook / Instagram

What is the Co-op’s annual meeting? Each year we gather the community together to talk about the state of the Co-op, reflect on ups and downs of the past year, and look forward toward the future together. It’s an important moment to gather and connect over the shared mission, vision and values of this community-owned business. Everyone is welcome! What can you expect from this event? Food & Freebies: Attendees will enjoy snacks from our deli and produce department, refreshing beverages, and some special giveaways, too. Community Connection & Donations: Connect with local community organizations and bring/buy food donations to support our community partners: Feeding San Diego, San Diego Gov's Environmental Services Department, SD River Park Foundation, La Playa Book, and Cans 4 Books. Speeches: Hear about the financial health and impact of the co-op from our Board President, General Manager and Operations Managers, and learn about the future of organic farming in San Diego from our new scholarship partner CCOF (California Certified Organic Farmers). Keynote speech from Thaddues Barsotti, Co-Founder Farm Fresh To You and Co-Owner of Capay Organic. Kids Corner: We’ll also have a booth at the event with facepainting, glitter tattoos and other fun activities for kids! This event is free! Highly encouraged for Co-op Owners to come and hear about what their Co-op has accomplished over the past year, and what we hope to accomplish in the next. See you there! Instagram / Facebook

The Friendly Feast 420 Bake Sale features top-tier treats created by some of San Diego’s most creative pastry chefs. Guests can enjoy a curated box of baked goods designed to satisfy sweet and savory cravings, including a "Wake and Bake" breakfast scone, ube cheesecake doughnut, Snickers brownie cheesecake bar, and more. VIP boxes on sale now. General sale starts Thursday, April 9. Indulge for a good cause! 100% of proceeds from this community fundraising event support the Friendly Feast scholarship fund, which helps aspiring pastry chefs and professional bakers achieve their educational goals. Friendly Feast on Facebook / Instagram

Julie Delpy patron of the 6th edition of the San Diego French Film Festival A special focus on women’s voices and stories from across the Francophone world marks the 6th edition. Presented by the Alliance Française San Diego, the San Diego French Film Festival returns for its sixth edition from May 3 to 7, 2026, at THE LOT La Jolla and the Carlsbad City Library. This year’s theme celebrates women’s voices and stories in francophone cinema, featuring a powerful selection of French-language films (with English subtitles) that highlight women’s perspectives and creative talent from across the French-speaking world. The Festival is honored to welcome Julie Delpy as Patron of its sixth edition. An internationally acclaimed actor, director, and screenwriter, Delpy has appeared in more than 30 films and received nominations for three César Awards and two Academy Awards. Her latest film, "Meet the Barbarians" ("Les Barbares"), which she directed and stars in, will be presented on May 4, followed by an in-person Q&A. “This year’s festival highlights the diversity, creativity, and strength of women’s voices in francophone cinema,” said Julie Ripoll, Executive Director of the Alliance Française San Diego. “We are proud to welcome internationally acclaimed filmmakers and offer San Diego audiences the opportunity to experience these powerful stories and engage directly with the artists behind them.” Distinguished guests include Adrien Frier, Consul of France in Los Angeles; music director Victor le Masne, producer Marianne Maddalena; directors Erige Sehiri, Nathan Ambrosioni, and André Nerman; actor Caroline Amiguet; and Clay Epstein, founder of Film Mode Entertainment, who will moderate discussions. Festival Highlights Featuring films from Canada, Cameroon, Tunisia, France, and the USA, with directors of Vietnamese, Congolese, and Italian heritage, the Festival selection highlights the rich cultural and artistic diversity of the francophone world. Opening Night Gala – May 3 The Festival opens with "Colors of Time" ("La Venue de l’avenir," 2025), directed by Cédric Klapisch, a luminous portrait of women across generations. The screening will be followed by a red-carpet gala reception with champagne, live entertainment, and French DJs. In Conversation with Julie Delpy – May 4 "Meet the Barbarians" ("Les Barbares," 2024), directed by and starring Julie Delpy, is a bold and satirical exploration of community, identity, and belonging. With sharp wit and a distinctly female perspective, the film examines prejudice and the vital role women play in shaping social change. The screening will be followed by a live Q&A with the filmmaker. Stories of Love and Resilience – May 5 "The One I Loved" ("Moi qui t’aimais"), directed by Diane Kurys, reflects on the life of Simone Signoret. That evening, "Promised Sky" ("Promis le ciel"), directed by Erige Sehiri, presents a powerful story of exile and solidarity. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with the director. Young audiences and Filmmaker Spotlight – May 6 The animated feature "The Sacred Cave" ("La Grotte sacrée") introduces young audiences to African storytelling traditions. "Later, Out of Love" ("Les Enfants vont bien"), directed by Nathan Ambrosioni, offers an intimate portrait of motherhood and independence, followed by a Q&A with the director. Closing Night – May 7 The Festival concludes with "Welcome to Iceland" ("Bienvenue en Islande"), directed by André Nerman, a moving story of maternal courage filmed in part in San Diego, followed by a discussion with the filmmaker. At THE LOT La Jolla, audiences can also experience Summer Beats (Ma Frère), directed by Lise Akoka and Romane Guéret, a vibrant coming-of-age story. For updates on the film schedule, guest appearances, and ticket sales, follow the San Diego French Film Festival on Instagram (@sdfrenchfilmfestival) and Facebook (@sdfrenchfilmfestival) or subscribe to the newsletter of the Alliance Francaise San Diego on www.afsandiego.org About the San Diego French Film Festival The San Diego French Film Festival debuted in 2021 as a fully online event. In 2022, the festival embraced a hybrid format, drawing 150 attendees and featuring special guests such as actress Eugenia Kuzmina and producer Clay Epstein. The 2023 edition expanded to a three-day in-person event, welcoming around 300 guests and showcasing appearances by actors Laura Weissbecker and Mehdi Ajroudi and Grammy Award-winning musician Nathalie Bonin. The 2024 edition continued this upward momentum, presenting a four-day celebration of cinema with an engaging lineup of films and guest speakers, including Academy Awards Oscar Producer Antoine de Cazotte. In 2025, the festival celebrated Love in all its form, and welcomed actor Max Boublil and film director Gregory Boutboul. Sponsors of the event include Platinum Sponsors Villa Albertine - Consulate General of France in Los Angeles, City of San Diego Gold Sponsors Le Petit Journal Los Angeles, The LOT, Lycee Français de San Diego, events.com, San Diego French American School, Au Clair de Lune, City of Carlsbad Silver Sponsors: Ingrid Pasco, Film Mode Entertainment, Jonville Team, Rove Concepts, Francaise Le Shop, Jonathan Le Salon, TV5 Monde Bronze Sponsors: Clotilde French Bookstore, Desserts by Clement, Cuisinery, Language Academy, The Maids San Diego, Huttopia, Grande Colonial, Savory Farms, All Coastal Dental, Elle Jauffret, Lotzof Orthodontics Partners Institut Français, Vanguard Culture About the Alliance Française San Diego The Alliance Francaise San Diego was founded in 1927 and is part of a network of more than 105 chapters of Alliances in the United States and more than 830 affiliates in 128 countries on every continent. Its mission is to teach French and promote francophone cultures via social and cultural events. The Alliance Française was founded in 1883 by a group of intellectuals, including the scientist Louis Pasteur, the diplomat Ferdinand de Lesseps, the writer Jules Verne, and the publisher Armand Colin, to name a few. Having an Alliance Française in San Diego is pursuing their ideal to make French shine abroad. Alliance Francais San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

On a busy day, Delta Air Lines handles more than 100,000 bags at its Atlanta hub. NPR got a rare look behind the scenes at how the airline is using AI to improve baggage-handling operations.