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For 65 years, THE SOUND OF MUSIC has been one of our “favorite things.” With its timeless story and irresistibly charming score, this Rodgers & Hammerstein classic isn’t just meant to be enjoyed – it’s meant to be shared. Now, a critically acclaimed North American tour brings the cherished musical to stages across the country to teach a new generation to sing. Directed by three-time Tony Award® winner Jack O’Brien ("Hairspray"), this vibrant and romantic tale of Maria and the von Trapp family will captivate audiences with its universal themes of love, resilience and the power of music. Featuring beloved songs like “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and “Edelweiss,” THE SOUND OF MUSIC is the iconic tale of a spirited nun who chooses not to live behind closed doors – and, by following her heart, learns to climb every mountain. THE SOUND OF MUSIC features music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, and book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse, suggested by The Trapp Family Singers by Maria Augusta Trapp. 2025 marks the 60th anniversary of the Oscar®-winning film, which continues to be one of the most successful movie musicals of all time. San Diego Theatres on Facebook / Instagram

S&S Friendly Ranch began in the 1980s when two siblings set out to build a life in San Diego. Today, their granddaughters and a close friend are carrying that dream forward.

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents “Singing Colors”, juried by award-winning artist, Shuang Li. The water-based media exhibition runs Mar 1-28, 2026 at our Gallery in The Arts District Liberty Station. The free Opening Reception is Friday, Mar 6, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. with over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The Gallery is open Weds - Sun, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Visit: https://libertystation.com/do/singing-colors-an-art-exhibition San Diego Watercolor Society on Instagram and Facebook

Premieres Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 7 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+. A star-filled tribute to America’s Semiquincentennial from revolutionary Colonial Williamsburg. Featuring live performance, historic interpretation, large-scale spectacle and fireworks. This is the place where the path to independence truly began.

Death cafés are creating space to talk openly about dying. For some, those discussions ease fear and isolation.

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Friday, May 29, 2026 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2. For thousands of years women have been locked out of Taiko drumming. Not anymore. In the dead of a Minnesota winter, Asian drumming divas smash gender roles and redefine power on their own terms. the film dives into the rhythms and struggles that lead to an electrifying historic performance that changes everything.

Experience an unforgettable evening of artistry and purpose at En Pointe Against Brain Cancer. This inspiring performance features professional dancers from City Ballet of San Diego and rising young talent, united in support of children battling brain cancer. The night will include a deeply moving and inspirational message from dance legend Misty Copeland—a moment you won’t want to miss. Join us for a powerful celebration of hope, resilience, and the transformative beauty of dance.

Like fermentation, complex essays emerge through layering and time. In this class, you’ll practice tracing research paths and integrating outside sources into your personal narrative essay. We’ll focus on enlivening writing through research by helping you craft essays that are both intellectually grounded and supported by lyricism and story. Through close readings of researched personal essays, we’ll look at how writers braid research it into their own narratives. The session will include discussion, brief writing and research exercises, and generative prompts to support writers as you begin this process. Disclaimers Please note that you will receive your Zoom link via email 24 hours before the start of this class. If you enroll in this class less than 24 hours before it begins, please either send us a message or email us at programs@sandiegowriters.org to request your link. Please be advised that it is best to register at least a week before the start of a class to help our instructors prepare and ensure that it does not get canceled or rescheduled. Policies regarding registration, refunds, cancellations, etc. can be found on our policies page. If you would like to provide feedback regarding this class, please feel free to complete an evaluation form. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Stream this new episode early on June 1 with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Premieres Thursday June, 18, 2026 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV. We witness the rebirth of an iconic neon sign in El Cajon; solve a mystery about traffic on Broadway Downtown; discover Little Libraries that share books for free in neighborhoods from Chula Vista to Ramona, see what’s behind the headlines from years gone by, and much more!

Explore how technology changed over time -- typewriters, flip phones, and futuristic AI! This workshop blends creativity, real-world connections, discovery, and joyful career exposure to allow learners to explore future possibilities in a playful and engaging way. This free program is for youth ages 12 - 18. San Diego Public Library on Instagram