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Tuesdays, Aug. 30 - Oct. 4, 2022 at 9 p.m. on KPBS 2 / On demand with KPBS Passport! 1900s Vienna is a hotbed of philosophy, science and art. Dr. Max Liebermann’s extraordinary skills of perception and Detective Inspector Oskar Rheinhardt’s determination lead them to some of the city’s most mysterious and deadly cases. This week: Their latest investigation draws Max and Oskar into the sphere of nationalistic groups who despite Vienna's immigrants. Max's fiancee is provoked into taking daring risks before the murderer's shocking rationale is finally revealed.

The company lost big sales in the U.S. after the boycotts over its collaboration with a transgender influencer. CEO says things have now stabilized "with signals of improvement" for the brand.

On her new album, the electronic artist's hooks are bigger and her palette is brighter, but the void is ever-present.

While Schulz stipulated that the strip would end with him, his iconic characters live on. His widow, Jeannie Schulz, says people still get comfort from the comic because "it talks about humanity."

The Friends of the Encinitas Library present Watson, Beldock & Beach with special guests Memo Acevedo and Dave Blackburn performing an acoustic blend of original folk, blues and jazz. This free show will be at the Encinitas Library on Sunday, February 5, from 2-3 p.m. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Together, the three are known for their dazzling musicianship, beautiful harmonies and humorous stage presence. Peggy Watson is known for her wide vocal range and her smooth emotional voice. David Beldock is widely regarded as one of San Diego’s best guitar players as well as being a top-notch, award-winning songwriter. Bassist, Paul Beach, toured the world for many years with well-known bands, including Gary Puckett, Spanky and Our Gang, The Association and the Mamas and Papas. The trio will be joined by special guests Memo Acevedo and Dave Blackburn. Memo Acevedo is an internationally renowned drummer/percussionist. He has performed with artists such as Tito Puente, Gregory Hines, Stephen Stills, Bruce Cockburn, Tom Scott and many more. Dave Blackburn is an established record producer/engineer, a guitarist, a drummer and an award-winning songwriter. He and his wife Robin Adler are known for their concerts showcasing Dave’s beautiful arrangements of Joni Mitchell’s songs. For more information, please visit here. Social Media Facebook & Twitter

Three-time Blues Music Award Winner, Vanessa Collier is electric and sensational! As a master musician and multi-instrumentalist, Collier, weaves funk, soul, rock, and blues into every powerful performance. With soulful vocals, searing saxophone, and witty songwriting, Collier is blazing a trail, racking up an impressive arsenal of honors, and has already singled herself out as an artist of distinction. Come see her perform at Oceanside Theatre Company on Friday, March 24 at 8:00 p.m.

International performing songwriter Gregory Page brings his all-new one man show to the Coomber stage! Each performance will feature the superb vocals and guitar artistry you expect from Gregory along with many unexpected surprises. Enjoy the variety of his music, wit and comedy along with the wonderful varietals offered by Coomber! Food delivery available to your table from neighboring restaurants. He will be performing at Coomber Craft Wines Oceanside on February 1, February 15, March 1, March 15 and March 29 all at 6 p.m. No cover charge, show included with wine order.

Direct from Broadway, Mean Girls is the hilarious hit musical from an award-winning creative team, including book writer Tina Fey (“30 Rock), composer Jeff Richmond (“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”), lyricist Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde) and director Casey Nicholaw (The Book of Mormon). Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. Soon, this naïve newbie falls prey to a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady devises a plan to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung. New York Magazine cheers, “Mean Girls delivers with immense energy, a wicked sense of humor and joyful inside-jokery.” USA Today says, “We’ll let you in on a little secret, because we’re such good friends: Get your Tickets Now!” Enjoy this musical at the San Diego Civic Theatre on Tuesday, February 28 at 7:00 p.m. through Sunday, March 5. Rating: For ages 10+. Please note guests under age five are not permitted to enter. All guests entering the theater, regardless of age, must have a ticket.

Learn how to perform easy, mind-blowing magic from San Diego professional magician, Tom Interval, who has taught magic for more than 36 years. Whether you’re a parent, uncle, aunt, grandparent, teacher, doctor, or businessperson, magic is one of the most unique and fun ways to entertain family or friends, spice up presentations or sales pitches, or communicate with your students or patients. This particular class is for students ages 18 and up, with a maximum class size of eight. Sessions, which focus on the performance and psychology of each trick you learn, will occur once per week every Sunday for five weeks. The cost is $295 for five 1.5-hour sessions (only $39.33 per lesson), including supplies. Preregistration is required. More info: intervalmagic.com/classes/intro/adult Starts Jan. 22, 2023 Ends Feb. 19, 2023 Ages 18+ Interval Magic on Facebook

The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation says firefighters are three times more likely to die by suicide than in the line of duty.