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Distance learning during the pandemic has only worsened the achievement gap between students from marginalized communities and those growing up in privilege. But could there be some long-term benefits to this experience? Meanwhile, a full look at the recall efforts against Governor Gavin Newsom as recall leaders say they have enough signatures. Plus, weekend preview with KPBS’ Arts Calendar Editor.

Alexa Lopez Dance & Choreography presents its first independent production Foünd. Foünd is an evening-length dance piece that researches and embodies the feelings of victims of femicides and other gender-based violence in Mexico. The production will debut various explorations never seen before by the audience, as well as repertoire featured in the short film. In this intimate venue, audiences will be able to connect to the stories told by each performer and even participate in the performance. Foünd ensures an evening of artistic and emotional explorations that will entertain and educate our patrons. Please join us on this unique performance while supporting up and coming local dance artists! Date | Saturday, October 9 at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Location | Light Box Live Arts Theater, formerly known as the White Box. Get tickets here! General Admission tickets will be available for advanced purchase online for $20 General Admission at the door: $25 Discounts for Students, Seniors and Military will be available for advanced purchases only. For more information, please visit alexadancechoreo.com.

Thomas Gainsborough's 18th century painting Blue Boy inspired 21st century painter Kehinde Wiley, and they're being shown across from each other at the Huntington Art Museum near Los Angeles.

Unsigned artists can submit their original music to the Contest until March 13.

Premieres Friday, Jan. 21, 2022 at 8:30 p.m. on KPBS 2 / On Demand. Poet Yusef Komunyakaa survived the Jim Crow South and later the Vietnam War. Over the years, he's kept his faith in the future. Jennifer Weiner has channeled early unhappy episodes into character-driven novels that have sold millions.

"Here There Are Blueberries" at the La Jolla Playhouse follows an album of surprising photos from Auschwitz, and the Holocaust Memorial Museum archivist who works to uncover the album's origins and secrets.

Nicholas Said was the son of an African general who went on to become a hero in the American Civil War.

Plant lovers rejoice! With the rise in popularity of house plants, this San Diego Botanic Garden (SDBG) exhibition shows off one of the most popular plants, the bromeliad. "World of Bromeliads" is staged throughout SDBG's lush, 37-acre campus, featuring displays in the state-of-the-art, 8,000 square foot, glass-enclosed Dickinson Family Education Conservatory (DFEC) that opened last year as a $6.5 million tropical addition to the urban oasis. Aug. 14 - Sept. 26, 2021 Wednesday - Sunday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. "I love bromeliads because of their diversity, in fact there are 3,590 known species of bromeliads, almost all native to the Americas," said SDBG President and CEO, Ari Novy, PhD. "They include the tiny but mighty Spanish moss, towering beauties such as sapphire tower, gorgeous houseplants and delicious pineapple. Bromeliads exemplify how plants evolve to achieve success, while simultaneously delighting all of our senses."The main, must-see features of the "World of Bromeliads" include interactive displays, such as a station where visitors use microscopes to see the biodiversity of organisms living in bromeliad water tanks. On weekends, visitors can shop for unusual and unique plants at our grower direct market and learn how to care for their purchase. Entrance to "World of Bromeliads" is included with the price of admission. Members receive free admission. Non-member admissions range from $10 to $18. SDBG provides free entry to members of other gardens participating in the American Horticultural Society's Reciprocal Admissions Program. San Diego Botanic Garden - 300 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024 SDBG presents the exhibit's diverse assortment of bromeliads in partnership with three local nurseries – Bird Rock Tropicals, Olive Hill Greenhouses, and Sunlet Nursery – as well as the private collections of 20 members of San Diego Bromeliad Society. The Garden's Creative Director, René van Rems, AIFD, leads the design of the show's displays.

Beyoncé, Adele, Styles, Lizzo, Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny all took home trophies during Sunday night's telecast, but some won bigger than others.

UCSD scientists designed a wearable patch they said can connect to a laptop to show you the functions of your heart.