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In western North Carolina, tubing, rafting and kayaking shops are assessing whether the rivers will be safe enough to open by next Summer following the devastating damage from the remnants of Hurricane Helene.

This weekend in the arts: The Natural History Museum celebrates its 150th birthday with a free party; San Diego Zine Fest brings DIY art and publishing to Bread & Salt; "Gentryfries" honors the history of family, neighborhood and food at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego; a big dance showcase and more arts and culture events.

Mitzi Gaynor, the effervescent dancer and actor, starred as Nellie Forbush in the 1958 film of "South Pacific" and appeared in other musicals with Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra and Gene Kelly.

Each ticket includes: 1920’s inspired culinary spread by San Diego Wine and Culinary Center Signature cocktails such as “Bees Knees with Lavender Scented Bubble” by San Diego Wine and Culinary Center Artist activations Dancers on our dance floor Silent auction for our exclusively represented artists, including a chance to win a lunch with the artist Deco and Nouveau inspired artwork for purchase Tintype Photograph by Catherine Segura (limited availability; add to your ticket to reserve). Limit to 2 people per photograph. ~ Period attire encouraged ~ Gluten free and vegan food options will be available. Visit: 1920's Art Deco Party

More than 140 people, including children, were killed and dozens were injured after an overturned tanker truck exploded in flames while they were trying to scoop up fuel pouring from the vehicle.

A new trove of letters and oral histories is shining a light on the successes and challenges of jailhouse lawyers: people in prison who help themselves and others navigate the legal system.

Premieres Friday, Oct. 25, 2024 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2 / PBS app. Enjoy this semi-staged oratorio with the New York Philharmonic and an international cast telling the story of Jewish refugees in World War II Shanghai set to music by Aaron Zigman with lyrics by Mark Campbell and additional lyrics by Brock Walsh.

Encore Sundays, July 27 - Aug. 17, 2025 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream Season 1 now with KPBS Passport! Season 2 premieres Sunday, August 24 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV! Samantha Bond, Jo Martin, Cara Horgan and Natalie Dew star in the series, adapted by Robert Thorogood from his best-selling novels.

One of today’s most intriguing artists on the British music scene, it would be wrong to describe Liverpool-born Mark Simpson as either clarinetist or composer. His musical life is a symbiosis of his performing on the concert platform and poring over his manuscripts. Hailed as a “revelation” (Bachtrack) and “standout” (Guardian), he has now established himself as a major new voice on the international stage. The spark of creativity is unique for every individual. Drawing on the theme “Inside Stories,” the Artist Lounge is an intimate, in-depth conversation hosted by Artistic Director Leah Rosenthal. Come discover more about these great artists in a warm, intimate setting. For more information visit: theconrad.org Stay Connected on Instagram

Jennifer Koh is shaking up the long-established chamber music series at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. An example of that is her collaboration with pianist-composer Missy Mazzoli.