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Finnie, who helped re-establish the San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art, maintains a lifelong dedication to sharing Black arts and culture. Plus, a graphic novel retelling of "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn." Then, your weekend preview.

A bright moon will make it hard to see the Perseid meteor shower in mid-August, but one night this week offers a decent chance of seeing some shooting stars.

black british music (2025), the new project from multi-hyphenate Jim Legxacy, tells the story of a U.K. rap scene overspilling its borders as it rarely has before.

Kids in the U.S. get most of their calories from ultra-processed foods, which are tied to health problems. Now, scientists are finding that kids don't all react to these foods in the same way.

1:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. (Film begins at 3 p.m.) Rated PG, 165 minutes Join us for a magical, family-friendly sing-along experience featuring the beloved musical “Wicked!" This free event is perfect for Ozians of all ages. • Come in Costume – Dress up as your favorite “Wicked” character • Sing Your Heart Out – Belt out all your favorite songs with fellow fans • Enjoy Pre-Show Activities – Starting at 1:30 p.m., visit the Ann Kulchin Courtyard for crafts and a themed photo booth • Enter the Costume Contest – All ages welcome. The fun begins at 2 p.m. • Tickets Required – Free tickets will be distributed to the first 200 guests starting at 2 p.m. Seating is limited. Don’t miss this enchanting sing-along celebration at the newly renovated Schulman Auditorium! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled afternoon of music, costumes and community. Visit: https://library.carlsbadca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/13582/17770

Coffee with Kafka and the UCSD German Studies Program present a free screening of "The Glory of Life," the award-winning film about the surprising love affair between the literary genius Franz Kafka and his last love, Dora Diamant, in the last year of his life. The film is open to the public and will be screened on the UCSD campus at the Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts at UCSD. "The Glory of Life" premiered in 2024 in Berlin and has been nominated for three national German Film Awards. An interactive discussion on the film will be held separately, on Sunday, May 18 at 2 p.m. in Pan's Garden. Reservations are required. Visit: http://www.coffeewithkafka.com/

This Independence Day, NPR wanted to know how the freedoms and ideals of the U.S. have been on readers' minds.

When do compromises turn into full-blown capitulation? Daniel Kehlmann's new novel draws on the true story of German film director G.W. Pabst.

It's SHOWTIME in May! Join us for one of San Diego's first productions of "Beetlejuice Jr," a frightfully fun, laugh-'til-you’re undead adventure packed with excitement, supernatural shenanigans, and a graveyard full of catchy tunes. This South Bay premiere will be held at the Laura R. Charles Theatre at Sweetwater High School on Friday May 2 through Sunday May 4. For more information, to purchase your tickets, or to learn more about Front Row Center's upcoming classes, workshops, and productions please visit www.frontrowcenter.live. Front Row Center is a San Diego non-profit theatre arts organization dedicated to providing high-quality equitable and accessible youth theatrical opportunities through exceptional educational programming, productions, and workshops, ensuring that all young performers - regardless of background, ability, or identity - can experience the transformative power of the performing arts. Visit www.frontrowcenter.live Front Row Center on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

Thousands of newly discovered fragments, which once adorned a high-status Roman building, offer an unprecedented glimpse into the artistic sophistication and daily life of ancient Londinium.