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A unique public-private endowment has long shielded Nebraska's cultural scene from federal budget cuts. But a massive state deficit is putting its future in jeopardy.

One Book, One San Diego has announced the selections for the 2026 region-wide read: “The Buffalo Hunter Hunter” by Stephen Graham Jones has been chosen for adult readers; “The Cartoonists Club: A Graphic Novel,” by Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud for teens and tweens; and “Books on Bikes” by F. Isabel Campoy, Theresa Howell and illustrated by Brizida Magro for children.

We inherit more than stories. We inherit gestures, silences, recipes, heirlooms, landscapes, fears, languages, family myths, and the physical traces of those who came before us. In this two-session generative workshop, we’ll explore how contemporary writers transform ancestral memory into compelling poetry and prose. Through discussion, readings, prompts, and writing exercises, participants will generate new work rooted in family stories, inherited objects, body memory, photographs, language, and cultural history. We’ll read and discuss work by writers such as Joy Harjo, Li-Young Lee, Natalie Diaz, Safia Elhillo, Aracelis Girmay, Grace Talusan, Kiese Laymon, Mira Jacob, Terese Marie Mailhot, and others. The first session will focus on generating material through memory, objects, family stories, and the body. The second session will explore image systems, gaps in family history, and transforming memory into literature, followed by a supportive sharing session. This class is open to poets, memoirists, fiction writers, and hybrid writers interested in exploring ancestry, inheritance, family history, and belonging. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Grand opera is coming to the California Center for the Arts in Escondido in July! Giacomo Puccini’s one-act masterpiece "Il Tabarro", Italian for "The Cloak", is a dramatic story of love, jealousy, and betrayal. Set aboard a river barge in Paris at the turn of the century, the soul-stirring melodies will transport you to a foggy night of deception and death. "Il Tabarro" is the least-performed of the three operas in Puccini’s triple-bill Il Trittico (The Triptych). While companies frequently mount double bills of Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi, they usually overlook "Il Tabarro", the first opera Puccini composed in the trio. In just one hour, you’ll be spellbound by the beauty and power of this music, whether you’re a devoted opera fan or a first-timer. That’s just half of the program, though. After the intermission, you’ll see the same story told in a completely different way: through neoclassical ballet. Featuring original choreography, this brand new adaptation of "Il Tabarro" reverses the narrative as the characters are now silent, speaking only through mesmerizingly expressive movements. This time, you’ll hear the same amazing orchestrations but without any vocal parts. Cinballera’s founders, dramatic coloratura soprano Tiffany Brannan and prima ballerina Rebekah Brannan, will be trading off as the leading lady in the opera and ballet, leading a talented cast of international performers and local professionals. "Il Tabarro" is presented in collaboration with the Temecula Valley Symphony, with Maestro John Mario Di Costanzo conducting. This production is Cinballera’s Season 4 opener, marking the 3-year anniversary of the company’s first performance in July 2023! Visit: https://artcenter.org/event/iltabarro/ California Center For the Arts on Instagram and Facebook

Legislators approved an audit of three of the state’s federally-funded fusion centers, citing concerns about civil liberties and privacy.

After a week of nationwide protests over the direction of Ukraine's military strategy in the ongoing war with Russia, the Ukrainian military has a new commander, Mykhailo Drapatyi. Here's what to know.

Sabrosas Latin Orchestra, San Diego's first and only all-female salsa band and a 501(c)(3) organization, is celebrating five years of community, music, and fun in 2024. Música En La Plaza is a free community event presented by the California Center for the Arts, Escondido Foundation. Nestled within the Lyric Courtyard, this starlit monthly concert series offers an unforgettable cultural experience that celebrates the vibrant heritage of Latin rhythms. Our carefully curated lineup of talented local musicians and performers ensures a diverse and rich musical journey, featuring everything from salsa and merengue to cumbia and bachata. Visit: https://artcenter.org/musica-en-la-plaza/

O'side Hoops is hosting a free basketball shooting contest as part of the NAACP North San Diego County Juneteenth Cultural Celebration. The contest is open to all ages, with prizes awarded to winners. Registration begins at 10 a.m. 1 - 3 p.m., Pier View Way and Ditmar Street, Oceanside. Visit: https://www.nsdcnaacp.org/juneteenth?ref=daylightsandiego.org O'side Hoops on Instagram

Instead of scrapping its network of bomb shelters after the Cold War, Switzerland kept building them. The country has more than 370,000 nuclear bomb shelters. Some are now used to house migrants.

Since the beginning of President Donald Trump’s second term, 17 Mexican migrants have died during immigration enforcement, 14 in ICE custody and three in agency operations.