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KPBS Explores Hidden San Diego shows us a butterfly garden with a unique past.

Are you still paying $4 or more for a pint of kombucha? Learn to make it for pennies a pint at home! This class will cover how to make delicious kombucha safely at home, including secondary flavoring and carbonation. Includes your own SCOBY and a take-home swing-top bottle of seasonal kombucha! Learn: We'll explain fermentation and have a brief discussion about the benefits of making and eating fermenting foods, and the history and science of kombucha Demo: We'll show you how easy it is to start making fermented foods yourself at home! We'll demo the techniques for brewing kombucha and also flavoring & carbonating it! Taste: We'll have a variety of various homemade kombucha flavors to sample Do it Yourself: Roll up your sleeves and make your very own bottle of kombucha with seasonal flavors San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

The world’s foremost fado singer, Mariza is heiress to the state of mind of the Portuguese people. She has risen to world heritage status, made the world her stage, and seduced the most demanding audiences. With over 30 platinum albums and numerous national and international awards, Mariza is one of the most complete and respected artists in the world. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/mariza/ Mariza on Facebook / Instagram

Since taking office, President Trump has aggressively tried to reshape cultural institutions. Last month, he claimed he was firing the director of the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery.

Kaki King is an American guitarist and composer. King is known for her percussive and jazz-tinged melodies, energetic live shows, use of multiple tunings on acoustic and lap steel guitar, and her diverse range in different genres. The String Revolution – Redefining Guitar Music: Grammy® winning guitar trio, The String Revolution, is an innovative and dynamic guitar band that pushes the boundaries of traditional music. Composed of three virtuoso guitarists, they are renowned for their electrifying performances, blending different genres and styles to create a unique and captivating sound. Their intricate melodies, mesmerizing harmonies, and astonishing guitar skills have earned them a dedicated following and critical acclaim worldwide. Kaki King on Facebook / Instagram The String Revolution on Facebook / Instagram

Labor unions are trying once again to regulate self-checkout lanes at California stores. This year’s bill waters down a version that died last session, but businesses still warn it will increase costs and lead to consumer frustration.

On Saturday, March 22, 2025, the Escondido Union School District and the California Center for the Arts, Escondido Foundation will present the 13th annual smART Festival from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido (340 N. Escondido Blvd). The event is free and open to the public. Each year, the Center dedicates its Museum and Center Theater to celebrating the creativity of local youth, showcasing the impact of its long-standing partnership with the Escondido Union School District in bringing arts education to schools. This vibrant community festival highlights student achievements in the visual and performing arts. Artwork from students across all 24 Escondido Union schools will be on display, with two-dimensional and three-dimensional pieces featured in the Museum. Meanwhile, the Center Theater will host youth dance and music performances throughout the day.

Proposed ballot initiative aims to repeal Prop. 103, the California law that regulates home and auto insurance.

Proponents of remote work for California state employees are celebrating a new state audit that finds having employees work from home could save the state hundreds of millions of dollars in real estate and facilities costs.

The KPBS San Diego Book Festival has announced its schedule of activities for youth and families. Along with a dedicated youth activity area, there will be performances, story times and photo opportunities with PBS Kids characters. The festival is taking place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, 10am - 4pm, on the University of San Diego campus.