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NPR's Scott Simon talks to Wilco's Jeff Tweedy and Glenn Kotche about their new album Cruel Country, and about writing songs with uncomfortable truths.

In December, Monica Casper, an SDSU dean, tweeted about conservatives. The backlash was swift and included personal threats.

Inspired by Women’s History Month and Jazz Appreciation Month, Allison brings together a band of talented jazz women featuring Holly Hofmann flute, Lexi Pulido voice/guitar, Melonie Grinnell piano, Evona Wascinski bass, Monette Marino percussion, and young jazz lion Samantha Lincoln drums. Also featuring special appearance from Mission Bay High School Preservationists. Starting in 2012, UNESCO with legendary jazz pianist Herbie Hancock designated April 30 as International Jazz Day in order to highlight jazz and its diplomatic role of uniting people in all corners of the globe, promoting peace, diversity, and respect for human rights and human dignity; eradicating discrimination; promoting freedom of expression; fostering gender equality; and reinforcing the role of youth in enacting social change. Date | Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 6pm Location | Quartyard Purchase tickets here! $20/ticket The first UNESCO event was held in Paris on the same day that Allison (together with bassist Evona) recorded her second album "April in Paris” there. Women in Jazz are excited to host the official International Jazz Day festivities in San Diego for this one night only show celebrating artistic freedom and the universal connection of music. For further information regarding this event please visit the website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/international-jazz-day-ft-women-in-jazz-tickets-290043486877?aff=ebdssbcitybrowse

Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with KPBS Passport! + Encores Sunday, Dec. 15 at 3 p.m. on KPBS TV and 8 p.m. on KPBS 2. Discover the wildlife and landscapes of Portugal, shaped by its history as a global trading hub. From forest to coast, witness the majesty of the country’s wild horses, storks, monk seals, flamingos and more.

The U.S. produces billions of pumpkins each year, most of which end up in the trash when Halloween ends. From composting them to putting them out for wildlife to eat, here are some recycling ideas.

VOCA Music continues its popular concert series, Happy Opera Hour, with Love is in the Air, an opera concert celebrating love! Enjoy an evening filled with favorite opera love arias, duets, and scenes paired with delicious wines in the beautiful atmosphere of historical Liberty Station. We are thrilled to have Sommptuous Selections curating the wines for the evening to perfectly complement the musical selections. Hors d'oeuvres will be provided. Featured artists includes: tenor Felipe Prado, baritone Matthias Villwock, and pianist Justin Gray, as well as VOCA Music founders soprano Diana Naatz and soprano Sandra Villwock. Proceeds and donations go to local youth music programs. Date | Thursday, March 31, 2022 at 6pm Location | Liberty Station Building 177 Purchase tickets here! $15-$35/person Things to know: -Sommptuous Selections will provide FOUR wine pairings from different regions of the world that complement the musical program. An expert sommelier will give brief introductions for each wine pairing (and non-alcoholic alternatives) highlighting how it complements each musical section. -General Admission Ticket includes ONE complimentary wine pairing. Additional drink pairings are available for purchase. -Show run time approximately 1.5 hours including a 20 minute intermission. -Doors will open at 5:15pm for the 6pm event. -FREE PARKING is available throughout Liberty Station. -All music is sung in original languages with projected English supertitles. -VOCA Music does not promote underage drinking. Proof of Identification is required for alcoholic beverages. For further information on this event please visit the website: https://www.vocamusic.org/event-details/love-is-in-the-air-2 VOCA Music Social Media: Facebook | Instagram

A potential battle for the Russian-occupied city of Kherson could change the trajectory of the Ukrainian war. For those stuck there, life is hard and dangerous.

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 10 a.m. on KPBS 2 / Stream now with KPBS Passport! Narrated by actress Jane Lynch, the film tells the stories of more than two dozen women’s experiences during the war. From members of the U.S. Women’s Army Corps to the civilian witnesses to the war in Europe, this hour-long film shows how women were equal to men in patriotism, service and steadfastness in critical moments.

PHES Gallery is pleased to announce our upcoming exhibition highlighting the work of three San Diego artists: Diana Carey, Bruce Munter, and Paul Henry. Painter Diana Carey uses sticks and brushes to splash, throw, and splatter numerous layers of acrylic paint onto large canvases. Dates | March 13-April 30, 2022 2pm-7pm (Opening Reception: Sunday, March 13, 4-6 pm) Location | PHES Gallery Cost | Free Mixed media artist Bruce Munter applies melted crayons with brushes and Q-tips on 8-ply museum board, baltic birch plywood, and redwood. Furniture maker Paul Henry often incorporates antique parts, salvage, found objects - elements that contribute a sense of history to each new piece. Gallery hours: Thursday-Saturday 2-7 pm or by appointment For further information on this event please visit website: https://phesgallery.com/

Día de los Muertos, honors loved ones who have passed, the holiday resonated in Uvalde, Texas with a deeper degree of tragedy this year after the community lost 19 children and two teachers last May.