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Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Monday, March 2 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV + Encores Friday, March 3 at 3 p.m. on KPBS TV and Sunday, March 8 at 4 p.m. on KPBS 2. ROADSHOW visits Louisiana for fascinating finds, like 1997 Michael Jordan-signed Air Jordan XII shoes; a Patek Philippe gold wristwatch, ca. 1915; and a diamond and platinum ring, ca. 2000.

Recognized as America’s Most Haunted House® and shrouded in mystery, ghost-hunters flock to the iconic Whaley House, grounds of the original Old Town gallows site. Join us on our after-hours, chilling paranormal investigation. You’ll have exclusive access to the very rooms where the Whaleys lived and died, not accessible to the general public tours. This chilling new adventure gives guests exclusive access to the latest ghost-hunting equipment as they attempt to connect with lost souls. With the help of our experienced guides, each guest will be provided with and trained to use an array of traditional and state-of-the-art ghost hunting equipment or feel free to bring your own. With a wide variety of tools of the trade, you’ll attempt to find evidence of ghosts and other supernatural beings. Additional Information: Investigation meets first at the Derby-Pendleton House located behind the Whaley House at 4015 Harney Street. Parking: There is free parking available at Old Town State Park. Please plan accordingly as parking may be difficult. Please note: This experience requires going up and down stairs and traversing over uneven grounds. ADA access is available on the first floor. 24-hour notice is requested by calling 619-298-8687. After 5pm, please call 619-330-6577. TIP: Don’t forget to bring your cell phone. It is an all-in-one ghost hunting tool. Join us for a spine-tingling evening unlike any other as you connect with the “other-side.” Whaley House San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Get ready to mark your calendars and put on your dancing shoes because Fun Friday with Kathryn the Grape is coming to Grossmont Center Mall in La Mesa. This monthly free family concert is set to delight children and parents/caregivers alike with a fun-filled morning of music, movement, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Hosted by Kathryn the Grape, Fun Friday promises to be a captivating experience for the whole family. Kathryn, a children’s entertainer, award-winning songwriter and author, will take center stage to lead children and their parents/caregivers on a musical journey that transcends generations. Fun Friday with Kathryn the Grape is designed to create an inclusive and joyful atmosphere for families of all backgrounds. This event encourages quality family and community time and promotes the importance of music and dance in child development. Highlights of Fun Friday with Kathryn the Grape include: ● Live musical performance by Kathryn the Grape ● Engaging and educational activities for children ● Opportunities for multigenerational-families to dance, sing and play together ● A chance to meet Kathryn the Grape in person for high fives, fist bumps, hugs, autographs and photos “This event is not just about music and dance; it’s about building community and lasting memories with your loved ones,” said Kathryn the Grape. “I can’t wait to share the magic of these musical Fun Friday concerts with families from our community and create moments they’ll treasure forever.” Fun Friday with Kathryn the Grape is made possible through Grossmont Center Mall who believes in the importance of enriching the lives of children through the arts. We invite all families to join us for this fantastic series of concerts and experience the fun of music, movement, and joyfulness. Stay Connected on Social Media: Facebook + Instagram

This weekend in the arts: Disco Riot's dance and karaoke night, ballet, Danielle Dean, Walter Cotten, MOPA, Globe For All's free Shakespeare, "Dr Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," Lila Downs and more.

Artists at work every day! Come explore Spanish Village Art Center located in Balboa Park. Watch local artists working daily in their historic studios and on their colorful courtyard. Free Admission Open everyday from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Closed:Thanksgiving, Christmas, & New Year's Day Visit: https://spanishvillageartcenter.com/ or call 619-233-9050 Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

San Diego's city council will nominate a slate of commissioners to the city’s new, more robust police oversight panel today, but there’s growing criticism of the process after a recent KPBS investigation. In other news, winter is behind us and that means bats in San Diego have emerged from hibernation, and some local bat fans are preparing for seasonal bat walks. Plus, some Oceanside high school students are learning the art of producing a Ted Talk.

For the last 10 weeks, a battle has raged for a small northeastern Ukrainian border town just five miles from Russia. After delays, Western military aid helped stall Russia's assault.

Warm up those voices for a special FREE community music day at the Museum of Making Music! From 10-11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 19, the museum's partners from StudioACE will show you how to make and decorate your very own arts and crafts microphone. Grab a quick snack bag and return to the Museum's concert stage for Live Band Karaoke from 12-2 pm. Pick a song you would like to sing, then join a professional band on stage as they play along and help you live your dreams of being a superstar singer. Related links: MoMM website | Instagram | Facebook

More than a week after the end of Title 42, local nonprofits are describing deplorable conditions for people seeking asylum in the United States. In other news, a Cal State San Marcos Army veteran graduates this weekend, with a mission to end her family’s cycle of incarceration. Plus, we have details on some weekend arts events happening in San Diego County.

Belly up presents Emancipator and Dgtl Clr Douglas Appling, the Portland based electronic musician known to electronic music enthusiasts as Emancipator, takes a natural approach to his art. The classically trained violinist, and veteran of more traditional bands during his college years, grew up in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Listening to his parents' wide-ranging collection of albums — Kraftwerk, Orbital, Fleetwood Mac — as well as the African sounds his mother discovered during her years in the Peace Corps, profoundly influenced his expansive approach to music making. For more information visit: musicboxsd.com Stay Connected on Facebook