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Noah Kahan went from writing a pandemic album on his parents' farm in rural Vermont to selling out an arena tour and being nominated for best new artist at the Grammys.

"Posters of Your Optimism" is an exhibition of new, imaginative and hopeful posters by local artists and designers. It opened during San Diego Design Week in late September and remains on view at Art Produce through Nov. 12, 2022. The exhibition is also visible from the sidewalk, and the posters featured can also be viewed online here. Featured artists are: Ami Ipapo Glass, Arielle Marom, Anh Lee, Arzu Ozkal, Tricia Treacy, Archana Ravi, Barbara Kosoff, Bhavna Mehta, Beth Weeks, Chitra Gopalakrishnan, Colin Kimzey, David Fobes, David Krimmel, Don Masse, Felipe Yanez, Glenda Richter, Gail Swanlund, Helena Westra, Jerry Lopez, Jonathan Michael Mantell-Johnson, J Vargas, Jonathan Welch, Kim Sweeney, Laurie Bane, Lisa Huppert, Lori Lipsman, Lee Puffer, Liz Sizemore, Lynn Susholtz, Lian Verdeflor, Marianela de la Hoz, Susan Merritt, Calvin Woo, Muse Juarez, Michelle Montjoy, Meera Ramanathan, Marinta Skulpin, Melanie Taylor, Nethra Ramanathan, Ozlem Ozkal, Omar Velazco, Virginia Patterson, Patrick Pemberton, Rachele Riley, Sahar Bardaie, Saeed Ensafi, Scott Gengelbach, Sasan Kayyod, Soori McEachern, Taylor Chapin, Terri Hughes-Oelrich, Taekyeom Lee and Tarah Marie. —Julia Dixon Evans, KPBS Related links: Art Produce Gallery on Facebook Art Produce Gallery on Instagram Gallery contact and visiting information

A virtual presentation The Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA) is hosting its 13th annual Human Rights Watch Film Festival from February 2 to 9. The Human Rights Watch Film Festival will feature critically acclaimed films on topics including child care and education, environmental protection, gender equity, trans and Indigenous rights, women’s rights and more. On February 7, MOPA will feature a special screening of "And Still I Sing" by Fazil Amiri. Afghan Star, a popular national televised singing contest has never had a female winner. But that is about to change. The feminist Afghan pop icon Aryana Sayeed takes two female singers under her wing and with each episode they defy the odds – winning the hearts and minds of the public, and pushing the national conversation on women’s rights along the way. When the Taliban suddenly take power – these brave artists must decide whether to stay and fight for their rights or to escape abroad to safety. Tonight's reception and Q&A will feature Fazila Amiri, the director, and Fereshta Abbasi, researcher in the Asia division at Human Rights Watch and film participants. ADMISSION Ticket prices are as follows: Your ticket purchase enables the team to make tickets free for those who might otherwise be unable to watch. This also allows the festival to support the filmmakers for sharing their work in the festival and for the festival to cover the cost of hosting the films online. - Opening Night screening + reception - $10 - Standard ticket price – $9 - Standard pass price for all films – $35 - MOPA /HRW member ticket – $6 - MOPA/HRW member pass – $20 - Student/Senior/Active Military ticket – $8 - Student/Senior/Active Military pass – $35 Stay Social! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

What's called an annular solar eclipse will briefly dim the skies over sections of the western U.S. and Central and South America on Saturday. In San Diego, there will be a partial annular solar eclipse.

The latest NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll finds Trump and Biden in a dead heat — but a conviction could change that, as independent voters aren't interested in supporting Trump if he's convicted.

A retrospective of textile artist Myrlande Constant has opened at UCLA's Fowler Museum. Curators say it's the first solo show of a Haitian woman at an American museum.

Rebecca Jade and Seaside Center for Spiritual Living present “Shades of Jade,” a concert performance featuring accomplished singer/songwriter Rebecca Jade and her live band on Friday, October 6, 2023. Prepare to be swept away by the mesmerizing jazz melodies of Rebecca Jade in her highly anticipated local concert, "Shades of Jade." This musical experience includes both Rebecca’s original compositions and timeless favorites, all set against the backdrop of smooth jazz rhythms. Join us for an evening of captivating, soulful melodies on Friday, October 6th at Seaside Center. As a multi-award winner, including the prestigious 2022 San Diego Music Awards for "Best Music Video" and "Best R&B/Funk/Soul Song," Rebecca's musical prowess has garnered critical acclaim and devoted fans. Her latest album, "A Shade of Jade," showcases her artistic evolution and highlights her distinctive voice and songwriting finesse. This special evening will also include a VIP reception, offering an intimate opportunity to connect with the artist herself! Don't miss your chance to be a part of this musical journey that promises to captivate your senses and touch your spirit. Secure your tickets for "Shades of Jade" now. For more information visit: shadesofjade.eventbrite.com Stay Connected with Seaside Center for Spiritual Living on Facebook

About 1,400 people were killed in the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel and more than 240 people were kidnapped. In the four weeks since, almost 10,000 people have been killed by Israeli attacks on Gaza.

Join the San Diego Symphony's Nuvi Mehta for one of the Timken's most popular events: Music & Masters, an intimate evening of music inspired by the Timken's fall exhibition Exchanging Words: Women and Letters in Seventheenth-Century Dutch Genre Painting. Mehta will delight the audience with a discussion on discourse and dialectic in life and in music, followed by a musical performance by cellist Yao Zhao, accompanied by Mehta on his violin-- counterpoint for what is customarily a one-voice instrument. Program: 4 - 4:30 - Wine & Hors d’ Oeuvres Reception 4:30 - 5:15 - Part One: Conversation with Nuvi Mehta 5:15 - 5:30 - Dessert Intermission 5:30 - 6:30 - Part Two: Musical Performance by Yao Zhao and Nuvi Mehta VALET PARKING OFFERED Cocktail Attire Follow on Socials! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Our arts picks this weekend include: Swish Projects at the New Children's Museum, San Diego Dance Theater's Live Arts Fest, "Black Voices, Black Writers" and more.