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Authorities in France and Spain say some of their wildfires are mostly contained, but others are blazing on and a new wave of extreme heat is raising fears of more fires to come.

An epic week of surfing, music, art, and films. Music Festival Get Tickets $85.45-$172.80 When: September 12, 12 p.m. - 10 p.m. Where: Seaside Reef, 2504 S Coast Hwy 101, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Sessions Surf Festival launches its week long celebration of surf, music, film and art with an unforgettable opening day music festival on the beach at Seaside Reef. Headlined by the Osees, the lineup also features Unwritten Law, Bully, Yoke Lore, MT Warning, Jack Shields and the Mojave Rush and Emily Afton. SEASIDE REEFsurf Session Free Community Event When: September 13, 8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Sessions Surf Festival will be down at Seaside Reef on 9/13, for a free, open-to-the-community event. Film Sessions Get Tickets When: September 17 -19 Where: La Paloma - 471 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024 September 17 - 19, La Paloma will act as the hub for the best surf films, panel conversations, live music, and more. ART Sessions Free Community Event When: September 14 -19 Opening night Event: September 14, 5 - 10 p.m. Gallery hours: 9/15 - 9/19, 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Where: Hot Water Gallery 6880 Embarcadero Ln Carlsbad, CA 92011 Join us Monday September 14 at Hot Water Gallery for the opening night of the Sessions Surf Festival art exhibit. If you can’t make opening night the exhibit will be open all week! Learn more at: https://sessionssurffestival.com/encinitas/overview Sessions Surf Festival on Instagram

Blending Arabic, Persian, Turkish and Mediterranean influences with dynamic percussion and live belly dance, this colorful courtyard performance is full of movement, energy and world-music flair. Saturdays in the Courtyard is a vibrant outdoor performance series that fills the beautiful Ann Kulchin Courtyard with music, energy and community spirit. Bring friends, enjoy the festive atmosphere and experience the best new and emerging artists in North County and San Diego under the open sky. In the event of rain, concerts will be moved indoors. Performances are free, open to the public and suitable for all ages. Feel free to bring your own chair. Visit: https://www.frankdrums.com/middle-earth

Get ready for a day filled with art, music, and creativity at Alley Cat Art Fest on Saturday, September 12, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This free, open-air festival brings together the best of Artivál and the beloved Alley Cat Art Walk for Downtown El Cajon's biggest celebration of local arts and culture. Spanning Main Street, Magnolia Avenue, Arts Alley, Prescott Promenade, and surrounding streets, the festival invites visitors to explore Downtown El Cajon's colorful arts district while browsing more than 50 talented local artists showcasing paintings, sculptures, photography, jewelry, handcrafted goods, and more. Enjoy live music, delicious food and drinks, and creativity around every corner. Wander through the iconic Arts Alley, where striking large-scale murals by local artists transform the streets into an open-air gallery and celebrate Downtown El Cajon's rich public art scene. Whether you're looking for a one-of-a-kind piece to take home, eager to support local artists, or simply searching for a fun day out with family and friends, Alley Cat Art Fest is the perfect place to experience East County's thriving creative community. Even better, proceeds from the festival help restore Downtown El Cajon's existing murals and support future public art, leaving a lasting impact long after the festival ends! Downtown El Cajon on Facebook / Instagram

Get ready to witness transcenDANCE's annual CREATE production "Harvesting Hope" on July 24 - 25, 2026. How is hope a tool for resilience, transformation, and collective care? How do small ideas and persistent action lead to positive change in our communities? What does it look like to cultivate hope in our own lives? Our 2026 CREATE production asks these questions through original contemporary and hip-hop dance pieces, interwoven with performance poetry and visual art. When transcenDANCE students spoke with local San Diego changemakers early this year, they learned about creative resistance, the many ways they as individuals can engage in changemaking, and what it takes to start and sustain change. Through Harvesting Hope, they share their inspiration, creativity, and ideas for collective action. Show Times: Friday, July 24, 2026 and Saturday, July 25, 2026 Lobby and box office open at 6 p.m. Showtime: 6:30 p.m. Venue Location: Hoover High School Performing Arts Center 4474 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego, CA 92115 Parking Information: Free parking is available in the large parking lots in the front of school campus. The Performing Arts Center is at the front of campus on the Western side (left when facing the campus from El Cajon Boulevard). transcenDANCE on Facebook / Instagram

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV + Encore Saturday, Aug. 29 at 4 p.m. on KPBS TV. Some call the Royal Presidio "San Diego's Lost City" or the "Machu Picchu of San Diego" because of its remarkable history. Few know Presidio Hill, near Old Town, is where the First People of the Kumeyaay Nation encounter the Spanish in 1769, it's also where the first California mission and the Royal Presidio were built.

The group, whose members are descendants of the area's first Spanish settlers, celebrated its 44th annual luncheon on Saturday.

From Gang Life to Community Leadership Luis J. Rodriguez – an award-winning poet, acclaimed author and community activist – draws from his own life and shares how he overcame gang involvement to become a leading voice for hope, healing and social justice. His inspiring story reminds us that people can change, communities can heal and everyone deserves the chance to build a better future. Co-sponsors: Sociology Department and the CSUSM Latino Alumni Chapter CSUSM Arts & Lectures on Instagram

Celebrate the enduring legacy of Marcus Garvey—visionary Pan-African leader, educator, and champion of Black self-determination—during an unforgettable evening of conscious roots reggae at WorldBeat Cultural Center. This year's celebration features internationally acclaimed reggae artist Dezarie, whose powerful voice and uplifting lyrics have inspired audiences around the world for more than two decades. Hailing from St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Dezarie is celebrated for her spiritually grounded music, messages of justice, African consciousness, self-love, and cultural pride. With beloved songs such as "Gracious Mama Africa," "Love in Your Meditation," and "Strengthen Your Mind," she has become one of the most respected female voices in modern roots reggae. WorldBeat Cultural Center on Facebook / Instagram

First, we’ll tell you how a group of law students are helping pave the way for formerly incarcerated people to practice law. Then, an Imperial County judge is planning to block plans for an expansive data center. Also, a new virtual tour lets you explore La Jolla’s underwater park from the comfort of your home. And, a preview of the inaugural Anime San Diego Convention.