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Join us for a special Art Break with Dawn Williams Boyd, a celebrated visual storyteller whose richly layered textile work, "Piscean Dancer," is featured in "Layered Narratives - Quilted Stories of Gender and Race at the 1876 Centennial." A working artist for over five decades as a daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother, Boyd brings deep personal experience and fierce conviction to every piece she creates. In this talk, she’ll reflect on her creative journey, from discovering her calling in a high school biology lab to finding her voice through fabric, inspired in part by the legendary Faith Ringgold. Dawn Williams Boyd (b. 1952) Neptune, New Jersey. Boyd lives and works in Atlanta, Georgia. Her self-described narrative “cloth paintings” chronicle seminal moments in American history. Boyd’s work is included in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY; Equal Justice Initiative in Montgomery, AL; High Museum of Art, Atlanta, GA; Birmingham Museum of Art, Birmingham, AL; Columbus Museum in Columbus, GA; Everson Museum of Art, Syracuse, NY. Boyd’s work has been exhibited at Wofford College, Spartanburg, SC; Southwest Art Center, Atlanta, GA; Hammonds House Museum, Atlanta, GA; Bulloch Hall, Roswell, GA; Agnes Scott College, Decatur, GA; Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, Atlanta, GA; Contemporary Craft, Pittsburgh, PA; Columbus Museum of Art, Columbus, GA; Columbus Museum of Art, Columbus, OH; The Dodd Galleries at the University of Georgia, Athens, GA; the Everson Museum, Syracuse, NY; and Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, NY. Boyd is represented by Fort Gansevoort, New York Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

In this talk Patricia Kelly will share how quilting led her to fulfill her childhood dream of becoming a fashion designer and history teacher. About Patricia: At the age of 12, Patricia learned to sew and enjoyed designing her own clothes. After graduating from high school, she planned to follow her childhood dream; however, she was advised to pursue another career. Twenty years ago, Patricia was invited to join a quilting class. Learning to quilt opened a whole new world of creativity for her. In 2014 she joined the San Diego People of Color Quilt Guild. Guild Mentors guided her as she honed her quilting skills and encouraged her to learn more about contemporary and traditional African and African American textile arts. Patricia has participated in local and national quilt exhibits. This year, she will participate in her first international show. One of her art quilts is on permanent display at the County of San Diego's Southeast Live Center office. Her work has been included in "Art Quilting Studio Magazine" and in the book "Lift the Sky" In May 2025, she won third place in the Quilt Africa International Challenge honoring the late Carole Lyles Shaw. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Crews had the burn zone completely surrounded by firebreaks as of about 3 p.m. Friday, CalFire reported.

Join us Saturday April 12 for the 10th anniversary of Uncorked: San Diego at Marina Park North. Sip & swirl over 150 wines and bubblies from across the globe. Including some amazing "outside the bottle" options like spirits and canned cocktails. This year we are also adding some delicious zero proof wines and mocktails too for people who want to enjoy all the party without the proof. Also enjoy fave local food trucks, our lawn game lounge, and a perfectly curated mix of live music by our DJs. There are two ticket types for this event. Early admission ($85) is at 1 p.m. and includes 4 full hours of tasting with a smaller capacity plus some exclusive bonus wines being poured during that first hour. General admission ($70) is at 2 p.m. and the event ends at 5 p.m. Both ticket types include all your tasting with food sold separately. Bring your friends, your picnic blankets and your thirst and come get "Uncorked" with us at the park for the epic 10th anniversary of Uncorked: San Diego! This event benefits local nonprofit Urban Surf 4 Kids (www.US4K.org) which provides water therapy and surf camps for orphan and foster youth. This event is 21 and over only. For more info go to www.uncorkedwinefestivals.com. ~No refunds

One year on from failed presidential power grab, South Korea celebrates its resilient democracy, and tries to heal deep political divisions.

The word 'broadcasting' dates back centuries, and originally described a method of sowing seeds. But it took on a new meaning with the rise of radio in the 1920s.

Magic. Music. Mayhem. Fairy tales collide in Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s dazzling musical where wishes are granted and curses sing. Follow Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (of beanstalk fame), and a Baker and his Wife on a wickedly witty adventure through the tangled woods of hope and heartbreak — with a spellbinding score and razor-sharp lyrics. As their paths intertwine with witches, giants, and princes, “happily ever after” begins to unravel, revealing what really happens when wishes come true. Don’t miss this Tony Award–winning classic that turns ‘once upon a time’ into something extraordinary. For more ticket information contact the box office at (619) 435-4856 or email boxoffice@coronadoplayhouse.com. Coronado Playhouse on Facebook / Instagram

Bassem Khandaqji entered prison 21 years ago for plotting a deadly bombing in Israel. He left prison as an award-winning novelist.

Every year, we ask NPR staff and book critics to share their favorite titles in our annual Books We Love guide. Here are 8 fiction picks that were standout stars.

Tras una orden ejecutiva del lunes del presidente Donald Trump que busca congelar toda la ayuda federal, los funcionarios de California intentan darle sentido al caos.