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Miami Beach's mayor has dropped an effort to evict and defund an arts cinema after strong opposition from the community and other elected officials.

Front Porch Gallery starts the celebration of its 20th anniversary with the opening of the “Save the Ocean 5” art & poetry exhibit. The show, which runs from March 26 to May 28, 2025, will explore urgent environmental themes, climate change, expressions of beauty and the rejuvenation of the spirit that can be found in nature. The exhibition is free and open to the public. Reception with Super Wave - Surf guitar band with poetry reading and makers table March 29 from Noon to 2 p.m. Front Porch Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

How has the Italian language historically been used and how is it used today in a complex audiovisual medium such as comics? This presentation by Dr. Antonio Iannotta (USD, San Diego Italian Film Festival) will discuss some of the authors, stories, heroes, magazines, and books that created the illustrated imagery of Italians. Since right after WWII, Italian comics have become an extraordinarily important medium in Italian culture, a fertile and vibrant environment for authors, stories, and characters translated all over the world. Join this presentation with Q&A for an exciting journey into the Italian language used in Comics, with its relationships to Cinema, Literature, Art, and other media. Italian bites and drinks to follow Antonio Iannotta is the Artistic Director of the San Diego Italian Film Festival, a Professor in the Department of Languages, Cultures, and Literatures at USD, and an instructor of Italian language, culture, and cinema at ICC.

Hundreds of students, parents and teachers have opposed the changes, which could hurt the school’s renowned arts program.

The bestselling author of "The Joy Luck Club," "The Kitchen God's Wife" and "The Bonesetter's Daughter" explores her deepening love for birdwatching in "The Backyard Bird Chronicles," an illustrated memoir-meets-nature journal.

"Mutual abuse" is a term you may have heard in celebrity abuse trials - here's how to make sense of it.

Come join us Saturday, February 8th for the opening reception of "Love Letters" by Divergence Art Collective. This show features an international group of artists working across mediums, contemplating the theme of love. Romantic, platonic or simply reveling in the love of a genre or form - the pieces on show expand on Divergence's history of creating exciting and varied exhibits. There will be live music and drinks available for purchase from LastSpot (for guests 21+). This event is free and open to all ages. Love Letters opens Feb 8th from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Distinction Gallery, 317 East Grant Ave, Escondido CA 92025 Visit: https://distinctionart.com/exhibitions.php Distinction Gallery on Instagram and Facebook

The unexpected story of Parks and her life beyond the historic bus boycott. Join us for one of two showings on Fridays. Screening times are offered at 4 p.m. & 7 p.m. in order to accommodate more patrons. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. Films will be shown in original language with English subtitles. Visit: https://library.carlsbadca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/13472/17770

Set in New York City's Chinatown, an ornery, chain-smoking Chinese grandma goes all in at the casino, landing herself on the wrong side of luck. Join us for one of two showings on Fridays. Screening times are offered at 4 p.m. & 7 p.m. in order to accommodate more patrons. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. Films will be shown in original language with English subtitles. Visit: https://library.carlsbadca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/13468/17770

The true story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, her struggles for equal rights, and the early cases of a historic career. Back by popular demand! Join us for one of two showings on Wednesdays. Screening times are offered at 4 p.m. & 7 p.m. in order to accommodate more patrons. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. Films will be shown in original language with English subtitles. Visit: https://library.carlsbadca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/13442/17770