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San Diego's East Village art house cinema screens a restored grindhouse thriller and a pair of Akira Kurosawa classics this month.

"Snow Queen" is a classic fairytale transformed into an exquisite ballet about love and friendship, and how the warmth of a friend’s devoted heart removes the spell of a wicked Queen. A colorful journey full of dangers and obstacles, shown through the beauty and aesthetics of the ballet will bring festive delight to the stage this winter. Grand Kyiv Ballet on Facebook / Instagram

The evidence that ultra-processed foods are bad for us is piling up. But efforts to reduce their role in our diets face a big hurdle: experts can't agree on what they are and which to target.

Alaska's public schools are being used as emergency shelters, though many of the buildings are crumbling.

Guitarist Jimmy Patton and percussionist Enrique Platas have combined their talents to form this award-winning duo. Their music can be described as having an international flair as they incorporate flamenco, middle-eastern, salsa, calypso, Brazilian, and other rhythms into their compositions and arrangements. Jimmy and Enrique’s musical collaboration has created a unique, fiery world-music. Listeners will experience virtuosic guitar passages accompanied by exotic percussive rhythms, which together produce a sound that will grab your soul. Jimmy and Enrique on Instagram and Facebook

Join us every Tuesday, from June 3 – July 8, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. for a unique journey into the heart of Sephardic culture with our Intermediate Ladino Course! Designed for learners with basic knowledge of Ladino or a background in Modern Spanish. Read real stories in Rashi script, taught by Dr. Agnieszka August-Zarębska. What to Expect: Engage with excerpts from novels that captivated modern Sephardic readers. Learn to read and interpret texts in the Rashi script, traditionally used in Ladino publications. Discover the literary world that shaped the identity of Sephardic communities in the modern age. Expand your vocabulary and grammar through authentic, literary language. Yiddishland on Facebook / Instagram

Back for another unforgettable season, The Marine Room’s Summer High Tide Dinner Series returns on June 23 and continues monthly through August 22, inviting guests to experience the beauty of La Jolla’s coastline as waves, driven by the moon’s gravitational pull, surge and crash against the restaurant’s floor-to-ceiling windows. Guests can reserve an early Rising Tide Dinner from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and enjoy the start of the waves paired with either a limited à la carte menu or a three-course dinner crafted by Executive Chef Ananda Bareño for $125 per person. For those seeking the most dramatic views of the evening, the High Tide Dinner begins at 7 p.m. with a specially curated four-course menu by Chef Ananda Bareño, served as the waves reach their peak, and includes live music and a sunset toast for $165 per person. Guests may also upgrade to the Chef’s Table Experience for $250 per person, which includes a sommelier-paired wine experience, additional courses, a visit from the chef, and a take-home gift. The Rising Tide and High Tide Dinners will be available on June 23-25, July 22-24, and August 20-22. To make a reservation, visit https://www.marineroom.com/upcoming-happenings/. The Marine Room on Facebook / Instagram

BalletCenter Studios presents "Clara & the Nutcracker Soldier," a reimagining of a classic tale that turns nursemaids into Sugarplums and a greedy Headmistress into the Rat Queen. Follow the young orphan Clara on her search for the meaning of family in this magical journey that takes us from her boarding school battles to the land of Snow Queens and sweet dreams. Ascending through the clouds with her guardian angel, Clara’s dream for a better life comes to fruition in a joyful feast of sweet treats for everyone. An enchanting experience for audience members of all ages to enjoy. BalletCenter Studios on Facebook / Instagram

Movies about musicians love to hit the same melodramatic beats about fame and genius. Important but not quite famous, the '90s indie band Pavement is the exception that unbalances the formula.

Experience the first Mars Living Room Picture the first living room on Mars. What would settlers hang on their walls? They’d choose art that radiates the colors, warmth and joy of Earth. They’d hang paintings that remind them why exploring the unknown is worth it. That’s exactly what you’ll find at "Step Beyond," a limited‑run art adventure that transports you to a Mars colony living room where every wall glows with luminous oil paintings. Artists Andrea Tarman and Walter Redondo have created paintings that are more than décor. They’re portals to joy, the beauty of nature, the excitement of discovery and sparks of upliftment. In the hush of a Martian evening, colonists would gaze at these canvases for a burst of joy; here in San Diego, they’ll inspire you to imagine bigger. “As a local artist, I wanted to create a space where everyone can imagine life beyond Earth—see some great art and maybe spark the next generation of dreamers right here in San Diego.” – Andrea Tarman What to Expect: - Art: Collections inspired by the moon, the stars and beyond. - Mars Colony Living Room: Walk into a full‑scale living room set from the first Martian habitat. Snap your own “greetings from Mars” selfie surrounded by art that colonists would choose to keep them connected to Earth. - Dream Currency: Receive real dream currency when you RSVP. - Inspirational Talks (Sat. Oct 4) Time TBD: - Douglas C. Leonard, Ph.D.; San Diego State University talks about the stars and living in space - Professor of Astronomy: Dr. Gerardo Dominguez; CSUSM; Professor of Physics - gives us insight into worlds beyond our own. - Make Art: Add your mark to a community artwork about space, dreams, and daring to go beyond. - Mars Diary: Peek into journal entries of a Martian settler—imagine what it means to build a life far from Earth. - Humanity’s Journey to Space Timeline - Astronaut Footprints and Discovery - Photos, Stories, Surprises… and More Details: - Opening Night: Friday, October 3, 6–9 p.m. (artist talk and meet‑and‑greet) - Saturday Night: October 4, 12–6 p.m. (Professor of Astronomy talks) - Daily Hours: October 6–8, 12–4p.m. - Last Night: Thursday, October 9, 5–8 p.m. Where: 789 W Harbor Dr., Seaport Village (next to The Cheesecake Factory), San Diego, CA 92101 Gallery Website This is not just an art show—it’s a glimpse into the future of human habitats and a celebration of the power of art to keep us joyful and grounded, no matter how far we travel. Andrea Tarman on Instagram