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A U.K.-born approach to health care is coming to San Diego, where doctors will prescribe art and culture to help young patients ease anxiety and depression.

Stream now with the PBS app + YouTube / Watch Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025 at 8:30 p.m. on KPBS 2. Ancient Greece laid the foundations of Western art. Traveling from its sun-splashed isles to the rugged mainland to bustling Athens, we trace the rise of Greek culture. We marvel at the timeless Acropolis, perfect Parthenon, and Golden Age theaters. And we watch as art evolves from stiff statues to perfectly balanced Venuses to the exuberant Winged Victory, capturing the spirit of the age.

Reception with both artists, Elsa Orozco-Toops and Luz Shephard, at 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. on July 19, 2025. The award-winning and wide-ranging artwork of Luz Shepard and Elsa Orozco-Toops will be decorating the walls of the Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery from July to August. Luz Shepard has enjoyed learning a variety of art styles throughout her life, but over the past 30 years, she has focused on pastels and Sumi-e. Shepard’s art is inspired by the beautiful nature of San Diego, and some of her favorite drawing and paintings are of the epiphyllum flowers in her own backyard. Elsa Orozco-Toops’ also likes to work with a variety of art styles, including oil, water, acrylic, ink, ceramics, and couture. Elsa describes the meaning behind her art as her passion for life, nature, and the study of humanity. Don’t miss the chance to view their unique artwork! Visit: sancarlosfriendsofthelibrary.org/2025/01/01/july-august-artists-luz-shepard-elsa-orozco-toops/ San Carlos Library on Facebook

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+. Join an extraordinary lineup of talent and the American Pops Orchestra to pay tribute to the women who have defined Broadway and those who are shaping its future. This March 2025 concert at New York's Town Hall is a celebration of song and legacy.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of soul-stirring blues as the legendary Bill Magee takes the stage for a special free concert! Recognized as San Diego’s Best Blues Band by the San Diego Music Awards and Reader Magazine, Bill Magee has been electrifying audiences with his signature blend of New York/Chicago-style blues and high-energy live performances. A veteran of the blues scene, Bill has played alongside some of the greatest names in music history, including Jimi Hendrix, B.B. King, Muddy Waters, Otis Redding, and Howlin’ Wolf. His gritty, heartfelt sound and masterful guitar work have earned him widespread acclaim, with albums like Low Down Dirty Blues and Good Morning Mississippi receiving rave reviews. From the vibrant stages of New York’s Apollo Theater and Madison Square Garden to the heart of San Diego’s blues scene, Bill Magee’s journey is one of passion, perseverance, and musical brilliance. Whether you’re a lifelong blues fan or new to the genre, this is your chance to witness a true blues legend—live and up close! California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Facebook / Instagram

Particle FM presents a special evening of ambient music and sound art at Quint Gallery in La Jolla. The evening will feature Berlin-based musician, DJ, and field recordist Jake Muir, with an opening set by cross-border sound art group New Tongues. Atrevido (Particle FM founder Christian Gonzalez) will open the evening with a DJ set. The event will feature Particle FM’s audiophile 4-speaker Klipsch sound system to create a dynamic listening experience in Quint’s expansive gallery space. RSVP online in advance to reserve a seat at particle.fm. Requested $15 donation at the door. Jake Muir is a Berlin based artist, DJ, and field recordist working with found sound. He approaches his practice as a listener first, carefully curating, layering and processing sounds that help him deconstruct and contextualize his lived experiences and influences. Using investigative software methodologies, DJ techniques, and dextrous engineering, Muir makes deeply personal sonic art that fluidly traverses genre, encouraging reflection, and sometimes prompting psychedelic states. Muir’s work has been presented at various spaces and festivals including INA-GRM (Paris), Public Records (NYC), Roter Salon (Berlin), Blitz Club (Munich), Human Resources (Los Angeles), The Lab (San Francisco), Honcho Campout (PA), and Sustain Release (NY). His recordings have been published by Sferic Records, Ilian Tape, Enmossed, Dust Editions, Further Records, and Boomkat Editions. His album Bathhouse Blues was included in Pitchfork’s 30 Best Jazz and Experimental Albums of 2023 list. New Tongues is a cross-border sound art group based in Baja, Mexico and San Diego, California. Founded in 2023 by artist/musician Preston Swirnoff with field recordist/sound designer Xareni Lizarraga and violist/producer Kathia Rudametkin, New Tongues is an adventure in interdisciplinary collaboration. With an emphasis on live performance and immersive sound environments, the group uses sound sculptures, field recordings, and traditional instruments to craft electroacoustic song forms that celebrate intimacy, sound ecologies, and deep listening. This performance will feature Swirnoff and Lizarraga as a duo. Particle FM is a community internet radio station and event producer that was founded in 2021 and aims to represent an intersection of cultures, identities, and musical styles. Particle FM on Instagram Jake Muir on Instagram

Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control Prevention will scrutinize the childhood vaccine schedule and may start to upend it.

Calling all Studio Ghibli fans! Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Miyazaki-inspired art at our special showcase, featuring incredible works by fellow fans. Join us for a night of magic, creativity, and Totoro-sized vibes! Thumbprint Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

"I will permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries to allow the U.S. system to fully recover," he wrote on Truth Social. That label raises the issue of how to classify certain nations.

La administración del presidente Donald Trump advirtió el martes que retendrá fondos del programa de ayuda alimentaria a la mayoría de los estados controlados por demócratas a partir de la próxima semana, a menos que esos estados proporcionen información sobre las personas que reciben la asistencia.