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In Pasadena, The Gamble House was in a fire evacuation zone and its custodians are trying to safeguard its future. In Altadena, only concrete walls are left from the former home of novelist Zane Grey.

After long days focused on the facts, our newsroom reads a lot of fiction at home. We asked our NPR colleagues what they've enjoyed reading so far this year. Here's what they told us.

The goal of the changes, which head to the Senate next week, is to save money and send a signal that Republicans are tough on immigration.

Please join us at The Soap Factory on Monday, February 17 for a conversation with afra eisma and a Speed Friending event. Join us for a post-Valentine’s evening of art and connection! Hear artist afra eisma in conversation with ICA curator Jordan Karney Chaim, speaking about themes, inspirations, and processes behind her work. Following the talk, participate in a lively speed friending event designed to spark conversations and forge new connections within the creative community. Whether you’re an artist, art enthusiast, or simply curious, this is a great chance to meet like-minded individuals in a fun, relaxed setting. What to Expect: A stimulating artist talk where you’ll gain behind-the-scenes insights into Afra Eisma’s creative journey and artistic influences. A welcoming environment for art lovers and creators to connect, collaborate, and exchange ideas. A structured yet casual speed-friending session to meet and bond with fellow attendees, with guided prompts to keep conversations engaging and meaningful. A post-event social hour with light refreshments and music to continue mingling in a relaxed atmosphere. We hope to C you there! Visit: A Conversation and Speed Friending With afra eisma at The Soap Factory Afra Eisma on Instagram

The U.S. House voted Thursday on a rescission bill to claw back money for foreign aid programs, along with the next two years of funding for the public media system. The measure now goes to the Senate.

Popcorn Reef is redefining movie nights in San Diego with grindhouse gems, giallo classics and wild cult films you won't find anywhere else — even Landmark Theatres.

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ Watch Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025 at 9 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 14 at 3:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. Join the Prince of Spanish Guitar for a 25th anniversary celebration of fan favorites from his Emmy-winning stage productions. Go on the road with the guitarist to Spain, Paris, Egypt, India, Italy and more as classical guitar meets classic rock.

Thursday, 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. March 20 (1 Day, 4.5 total hours of instruction) La Jolla Studio Paint from a beautiful still life inspired by spring flowers! This is a one-day intensive workshop focusing on painting flowers alla prima. Students will learn about composition by designing and setting up a floral still life. We will take a closer look at the structure of flowers and techniques for painting them. A fun, fast study, and an excellent opportunity to develop painting skills and study floral painting in depth. The workshop will conclude with group critique. For oil painters of all levels. Materials: 9” x 12” or 11” x 14” canvas or linen panel; half-dozen brushes, white bristle flat or filbert, size 2, 4, and 6. One medium-size steel palette knife; small, pointed round brush for detail, size 2–4. Paper towels; Gamsol solvent; small jar for turpentine; wooden palette; oil paints: Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red Medium, Cadmium Yellow Medium Cadmium Lemon, Phthalo Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White, Raw Umber, Cadmium orange. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/18 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Thunderbolts* is unapologetically formulaic. And yet, Florence Pugh is terrific; the action is coherent; and the character dynamics strike the right balance of earnest sincerity and glib humor.

High-end accommodations for pooches are thriving in one of the world's most unequal countries. They have their defenders and their critics. Who's barking up the right tree?