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"Some of the greatest storytelling has been in video gaming," says The Last of Us actor Merle Dandridge. But it took decades for games to realize that potential and for Hollywood to do it justice.

The 305's hedonistic reputation is not unearned, but there is artistry in its debauchery, and a young generation reinvesting the rewards of their predecessors' battles against censorship.

In goggles and flipflops, they dive to harvest seaweed. It's risky work. They'll earn $3 to $6 a day. Now climate change and environmental rules make it harder to pursue the traditional profession.

The SWITCHFOOT BRO-AM Foundation is dedicated to giving back to the San Diego community by heightening the profile of and providing grants to nonprofit organizations that provide services to homeless, at-risk and disadvantaged youth, with a special focus on programs related to music, art and surfing. Join us! BEACH FEST At the Beach Fest, join 17,000+ attendees for a free, all ages, family-friendly community giving movement event to enjoy a whole day of surf contests, live concerts on the beach with Grammy award-winning rock band Switchfoot, special guests, brand activations, vendor booths, green initiatives, and more. Saturday, June 18, 2022 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Moonlight Beach at 400 B St. Encinitas Event Highlights All Day - Vendors, Food, Brand Activations & Fun 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Surf Contest 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. - Surf awards, announcements, live music 3:30 - 5 p.m. Switchfoot performance BENEFIT PARTY Mingle under the stars with 500+ like-minded givers and doers for a fundraising event like no other. Enjoy tastes and interactive experiences from local brands, a live and silent auction, and a live performance by Grammy award-winning rock band Switchfoot. June 24, 2022 Friday, June 24, 2022 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Private North County Location: Carlsbad, CA, 92009 Event Highlights 500+ attendees from over 35 states and 10 countries Over $1.5 million raised for our local youth beneficiaries Intimate live performance by SWITCHFOOT and special guests Delicious tastes and drinks from top local restaurants/brands Digital and live bidding on hundreds of exciting auction items Mingle under the stars with like-minded givers and doers VIP Lounges with Meet & Greet available General admission to Bro-Am Beach Fest will always be FREE, but don't sleep on your chance to play your part and pick up exclusive VIP Pit or Benefit Party tickets! Switchfoot Bro-Am is on Facebook

The exhibit features works reflecting the violence of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Yu & Me Books was a fairly new business when a fire caused substantial damage to the shop. Now, owner Lucy Yu is working to repair not just the physical bookstore but the community around it as well.

This class will teach you to make sauerkraut and other fermented vegetables deliciously and safely at home. Roll up your sleeves and make your very own batch of sauerkraut to take home and ferment! We will be serving tasters of locally brewed Babe Kombucha. Learn: We'll explain fermentation and have a brief discussion about the benefits of making and eating fermenting foods, and you'll learn how spice plays a role in fermented foods around the world Demo: We'll show you how easy it is to start making fermented foods yourself at home! We'll demo some simple seasonal fermented recipes which are loaded with healthy "probiotic" bacteria. Taste: We'll have a variety of fermented foods to sample, such as sauerkraut, beet kvass, and other fermented veggies *SAVE $5 when you bring a friend! (Each guest must have a ticket).

Join our interactive interview with Oleg Tsank – a Ukrainian Jewish artist living in San Diego. Make and nosh will be served. About the artist: Oleg Tsank was born in Ukraine in a scenic town flanked by the Dnieper River. Having grown up in a family of avid readers, Oleg has loved books since childhood, which bolstered his creativity when he later transferred his imaginative ideas to art. Oleg works in several genres, including portraiture, landscapes, and still life. An excellent colorist, with a keen awareness of reality, he focuses on unique atmospheric forces surrounding living organisms and objects. Date | Friday, April 8 at 7 p.m. Location | Yiddishland California and online via Zoom Register here! In-person admission: $15 Online admission: $10 Capacity limited to 18 people. For more information, please visit yiddishlandcalifornia.org/an-interactive-interview-with-oleg-tsank or call (619) 719-1776.

Kimchi is a Korean style of fermented vegetables. It's usually spicy and there are hundreds of ways to make it! We will explore some of them. Join the Fermenters Club on Saturday, March 4 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for a Kimchi workshop. This event includes your very own take-home jar of kimchi! Learn: We'll explain fermentation and have a brief discussion about the benefits of making and eating fermenting foods, and the history and different styles of kimchi Demo: We'll show you how easy it is to start making fermented foods yourself at home! We'll demo some simple seasonal fermented recipes which are loaded with healthy "probiotic" bacteria. Taste: We'll have a variety of fermented kimchi styles to sample Do it yourself: Roll up your sleeves and make your very own batch of spicy kimchi to take home and ferment

On the streets of Dublin, an Irish musician and a Czech immigrant are drawn together by their shared love of music. Over the course of one fateful week, an unexpected friendship and collaboration quickly evolves into a powerful but complicated love story, underscored by emotionally charged music. The story of a guy who gave up on love and music, and the girl who inspired him to dream again. From the very first note, "ONCE" draws you in and never lets go. This emotionally captivating musical is the only show to have music that won an Academy Award, a Grammy Award, an Olivier Award and a Tony Award. "Once" will be playing at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido from April 22 through May 1 on the following schedule: • Fridays at 7:30 p.m. • Saturdays at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. • Sundays at 2 p.m. • Thursday, Marh 5 at 7:30 p.m. Get tickets here! Ticket prices ranging from $40 to $70. For more information, please visit artcenter.org/event/once or call (760) 839-4138.