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As graphic images from Gaza flood social media platforms, many people are claiming those images are fake, in the latest iteration of a disturbing trope.

Ongoing Thursdays from 2-3:30 p.m. Ages 9-12 Welcome! Guest instructors teach this month-long series full of hands-on, engaging crafts using STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) to teach hand skills to kids using safe materials. Each project teaches craftsmanship, dexterity and material exploration. Projects range from woodworking, sewing, ceramics, paper crafts, textiles to fusing glass. Young students will make beautiful pieces to take home over the course of the series. All materials included. Projects are switched up constantly, so repeats are welcome! Follow on Socials! Facebook & Twitter

The stabbing of a 16-year-old Black girl in Lakeside earlier this month highlighted frustration around unchecked racism in East County. And change is coming to California’s rooftop solar market, but when it arrives and what it will look like is a closely guarded secret. Plus, for our weekend arts preview, we have a new Broadway-bound musical, botanical designs at the San Diego Museum of Art and plenty of live music.

Join your favorite Sesame Street friends for a magical adventure when Sesame Street Live! Make Your Magic visits your neighborhood. Elmo and Abby Cadabby team up to learn how determination and practice are the best ways to reach your goals. Along the way, they are joined by Cookie Monster, Big Bird, Grover, Count and Rosita to discover why it’s okay to make mistakes and real magic can be found when you believe in yourself. With high-energy dancing and an introduction to the art of illusion, you’ll enjoy every magical moment with your family and friends at Sesame Street Live! Make Your Magic. WHEN| Friday, January 6, 2023 ‣ This event starts at 2:30 p.m. WHERE| Pechanga Arena San Diego ‣ 3500 Sports Arena Blvd. San Diego, California 92110 ADMISSION| Tickets can be purchased here! ‣ Tickets start at $35+

Communities across San Diego County will mark the United States' 247th birthday.

From the organizers: Explore weather and the environment through multiple art forms. See the San Diego Shakespeare Society share performances inspired by TERRA: Fernando Casasempere, a featured exhibition at The San Diego Museum of Art that highlights the urgency of the environmental crisis through installations that utilize the Earth as both subject and medium. Performances of this special SDMA+ San Diego Shakespeare Society Midsummer ArtStop will take place inside the Museum in Gallery 4 where TERRA: Fernando Casasempere is now on view. Performances will be at 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. Free with Museum admission. About the Shakespeare selections: Join actors as they perform scenes and monologues from Shakespeare’s "A Midsummer Night’s Dream," "Hamlet," and more. Performers‌ ‌featured:‌ Suthe Mani, Michael Rodriguez, Mark Petrich, Keira Mogavero, Nicki Barnes, Steve Smith⁠ Related links: San Diego Shakespeare Society on Instagram San Diego Museum of Art on Instagram San Diego Museum of Art on Twitter Museum visiting information

The San Diego Civic Youth Orchestra proudly presents “Music Celebration Concert" featuring string, wind and full orchestra ensembles, each of which showcases talented young musicians who perform a variety of enjoyable music literature, including popular and classical pieces, under the direction of its professional conductors.

Tuesday is primary election day in California. We hear from San Diego County’s Registrar of Voters Cynthia Paes on how the election is going and how San Diegans can cast their ballots. Then, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria signals a shift to stricter enforcement of homeless encampments. Then, a series of webinars beginning Wednesday promises to teach members of the public more about their rights. Next, California’s fast food workers are planning to walk off the job Thursday to demand better working conditions. Finally, KPBS arts reporter Beth Accomando speaks with composer Nicolas Reveles about creating an opera, which is a part of this year’s San Diego International Fringe Festival.

The contemporary dance company will show four new works of movement art in their spring showcase, featuring the choreography of Zaquia Mahler Salinas, Chelsea Zeffiro, Marty Dorado and Anna Brown Massey.

"First Date The Musical" Directed by Carlyn Thometz A Musical Comedy, (90 minutes, rated PG-13, suggested for audiences 16+) A casual drink at a busy New York restaurant turns into a hilarious high-stakes dinner. As the date unfolds in real time, the couple quickly finds that they are not alone on this unpredictable evening. In a delightful and unexpected twist, Casey and Aaron’s inner critics take on a life of their own when other restaurant patrons transform into supportive best friends, manipulative exes and protective parents, who sing and dance them through ice-breakers, appetizers and potential conversational land mines. Can this couple turn what could be a dating disaster into something special before the check arrives? Where: Tenth Avenue Arts Center The performance will take place in the Tenth Avenue Arts Center's Forum Theatre which is located on the 4th Floor of the Building. There is a single elevator for any guest with physical disabilities unable to travel upstairs. When: August 5 to 14, 2022 @7 p.m. Tickets: $25 Tickets are available online ahead of the event to reserve preference seating, or tickets are available at the box office for general admission.