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Encore Fridays, May 2 - June 6, 2025 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream the series now with KPBS Passport! Set in a coastal town in tropical South India, the series tells the story of junior doctor,, Ruby Walker, who arrives in India looking for a job and a distraction from her heartbreak. She anticipates the sunshine, the palm trees and picture-perfect beaches. What she doesn't expect are the realities of work, life and even love at an under-resourced and over-worked cottage hospital.

The three-time Oscar winner announced the end of his acting career in 2017. The new film, Anemone, will be directed by the actor’s son, Ronan Day-Lewis, from a script that the pair co-wrote together.

Throughout the weekend celebration, visitors are invited to explore historic museums, showcasing altares de muertos (altars of the dead) created by local artists in honor of influential Old Town citizens. Engage in hands-on activities and sign up for a sugar skull painting workshop (additional material fee applies). In the Plaza de Armas, San Diego artists will create chalk art celebrating the diverse communities that have shaped Old Town throughout the centuries. We encourage visitors to honor their loved ones by contributing their names to the Community Altar located in the Plaza de Armas. Join us on Saturday, October 28, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday, October 29, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., for a journey through history and art. This project is made possible through the State of California’s Arts in Parks program, a partnership between the California Department of Parks and Recreation and the California Arts Council. Old Town San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Premieres Monday, July 1, 2024 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App. Meet Bordertown besties, Silvia and Beba, making magic of one last summer together as they face uncertain futures. This coming-of-age story celebrates the power of friendship and joy as tools of survival and resistance.

SDIJFF offers 12 days of in person films at the Garfield Theatre in La Jolla and then goes online.

The thrill of going behind-the-scenes to view the artistic process is an opportunity very few people ever get. In the case of Dr. Seuss, we can no longer visit his studio or see his creative process in action. But, with the never seen in San Diego “the spark of an icon” FREE exhibit at Exclusive Collections Gallery (EC Gallery) now we can. May 17th through June 7th, these concept drawings transport us to the moment of creation and allow us to peer over his shoulder as they come to life. We can feel the spark of creation as we follow the curved and dippy lines and watch as they form the icons that have now become so familiar in our everyday lives. To kick off this special exhibit, the gallery will hold a VIP reception on Friday, May 17 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Ted Geisel (aka Dr. Seuss) drew each page for every Dr. Seuss book published during his lifetime. What many people don’t realize is that for each final-line drawing, he would create multiple concept drawings leading up to the final published image. The works in this exhibition are a shining example that perfection is illusive, that perseverance in achieving one’s goals is a worthy pursuit, and that passion for one’s craft is more important than achieving the perfect outcome. RSVP is recommended. The cost for the show is free and open to all ages - except the Friday VIP event where guests must be 21+. For more information please visit: ecgallery.com or contact 800-599-7111 or pr@ecgallery.com Stay Connected on Instagram and Facebook

Superheroes, villains, fans, artists and more gather in America’s Finest City to celebrate pop culture, art, and of course comic books! Comic-Con, held annually in San Diego, California, features major comic book publishers, game companies, movie studios, television networks, and toy manufacturers and is the premier event of its kind in the world. David Glanzer, Chief Communications and Strategy Officer for the San Diego Comic Convention parent company of Comic-Con, WonderCon and the Comic-Con Museum in San Diego will discuss all things Comic Con and give us an inside look at one of the biggest multi-genre entertainment events. Glanzer oversees all advertising, sponsorship, promotional associations, and over 3,500 members of the domestic and international media. He is the spokesperson for the organization, and is responsible for their public image and serves as a key strategist. Limited seating. Zoom simulcast will also be available! For more information visit: gaslampfoundation.org Stay Connected on Facebook

As George’s memoir "All Boys Aren’t Blue" has reached massive success as a New York Times bestseller, it has become the American Library Association’s third most challenged book of 2021. But with each shove, George continues to persevere and advocate for Black and queer voices. “Black storytelling has often been banned,” George says, “My book is a tool so that Black queer kids and LGBTQ teens can see themselves, and read about themselves, and learn about themselves.” In this talk, George speaks on the importance of sharing diverse stories: why we should remain resilient, how representation in media can support young adults’ mental and physical health and what we can do to support these voices. By listening to one another and understanding the history, language and actions necessary to change the world, we can form a community where we are all free to be our true, authentic selves. The author will be signing books shortly after the event.

Premieres Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 8 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App. This time-honored 44 year-tradition puts viewers front and center for America’s biggest birthday party with the greatest display of fireworks anywhere in the nation lighting up the iconic D.C. skyline. Celebrate our country’s 248th birthday with musical performances by top stars from pop, country, R and B, classical, and Broadway, featuring the National Symphony Orchestra under the direction of premier pops conductor Jack Everly.

In his first nonfiction book in a decade, Coates reflects on what he learned while visiting three different places: Senegal, South Carolina and the Israeli-occupied West Bank.