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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

An effort to privatize U.S. air traffic control in 2017 never took off. Now the aviation industry is uniting behind the Trump administration's plan to overhaul the system.

Spend a lovely Valentine's Day afternoon listening to the beautiful music of the cello, featuring Peter Ko and Robert Bui. About Peter Ko: Praised as “particularly moving” (San Diego Story) and showing “extraordinary musicianship with unbroken focus … fierce and committed” (San Diego Union Tribune), Peter Ko is a San Diego based cellist, collaborating with musical artists such as Steve Schick, Joshua Rubin, Mark Fewer, and the Dover String Quartet. As a performer, his training and projects have taken him across the USA, Mexico, Canada, and Europe, performing in festivals such as soundSCAPE, SICPP, Darmstädter Ferienkurse, the Green Box Arts Festival, and Neofonía Festival de Música Nueva Ensenada. Peter currently serves as principal cellist for the La Jolla Symphony and Chorus, has been featured with Yarn/Wire, Project [BLANK], and San Diego New Music. About Robert Bui: Robbie Bui is a versatile cellist, able to perform classical canon, pop improvisation, and contemporary avant-garde. He is grounded by an additional background in composition, and holds degrees from New England Conservatory and UC San Diego. Specializing in new music interpretation, he has been dedicated dozens of pieces as a soloist and chamber musician, and is recognized in ensembles such as East Coast Contemporary Ensemble, Palimpsest Ensemble, and Alinéa. Beyond cello, he’s a reliable pianist, good violinist, and not-so-good flutist. Beyond the stage, he works as the Patron Services and Office Manager of La Jolla Symphony and Chorus, and as a freelance portrait/event photographer. And beyond work, he learns languages, tailors clothes, cuts hair, and can make really great coffee.

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 9:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS app + Encores Saturday, June 21 at 3:30 p.m. on KPBS TV and Monday, June 23 at 9:30 p.m. on KPBS 2. Explore the craftsmanship and passion behind the world-renowned electric guitars at the Ensenada Fender guitar factory.

The pop star's fourth album, her first since 2021's polarizing Solar Power, finds the 28-year-old shedding the stoic self-possession that defined her early career.

Concert Hour is a music enrichment series presented on the campus of Palomar College for our students, staff, and community by the Palomar College Performing Arts Department. Enjoy a range of exciting artists and musicians in the beautiful Howard Brubeck Theatre or Performance Lab D-10. The program is presented weekly during the Fall and Spring Semesters at 1 p.m. and ends at approximately 2 p.m. Admission and Parking are FREE. This Week’s Performing Arts Will Be Located in Performance Lab D -10 Paul Tseng and Ching-Ming Cheng **Paul Tseng (cello) has performed in venues such as Avery Fisher Hall, Carnegie Hall, and the Cairo Royal Opera House. He holds a master’s and bachelor’s Degree from Juilliard, and a Doctorate from the Peabody Institute of Music of Johns Hopkins University specializing in Prokofiev’s cello music. Paul has served as principal cellist for various professional orchestras and holds degrees from the Juilliard School. He has taught in multiple colleges and while performing as a recitalist, chamber musician, and concerto soloist. As a founding member of the Logos Trio and artistic director of the San Diego Music Society, he oversees the Music by the Sea Concert Series in Encinitas, CA and the Intimate Classics Concert Series at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. Dr. Ching-Ming Cheng (piano) professor and chair of the Music Department at CSU San Marcos, has been recognized with the Top Music Teacher Award from Steinway & Sons annually since 2016 and was inducted into their Teacher Hall of Fame in 2023. Originally from Taiwan, she began playing piano at five and has won several competitions, including a silver medal in the International Keyboard Odyssiad Piano Competition. Dr. Cheng holds degrees from National Taiwan Normal University and the University of Miami. An active performer, she has toured internationally and performed with various symphonies. She is also a dedicated faculty member, helping to expand the music department at CSUSM and establishing the first All-Steinway School in the region. Visit: Paul Tseng and Ching-Ming Cheng – Concert Hour Palomar Performing Arts on Instagram and Facebook

His wife, Fresh Air host Terry Gross, said the longtime contributor to The Village Voice and NPR had been living with emphysema and Parkinson's disease.

Join us on June 7th at 12 p.m. for the 4th Annual Julian Town Square Music Festival! We've never been closer to FINALLY having a Julian Town Square. Please come on down, show your support and help us get to the finish line. - Kimmi Bitter & Westside Twang - Tim Flannery And The Lunatic Fringe - Thea The Band - The Ordeal - Donn Bree & Friends - Dolly's Revenge - Subconscious Culture We will have vendors, food, local artisans, many unique contribution opportunities. FREE EVENT - Please consider making a donation to help further the progress on the Julian Town Square. This is a charity event in support of the continued development of The Julian Town Square. Admission is free and this is a family friendly event. Feel free to bring your own outdoor chairs. Visit: Julian Music Festival

AI-generated videos of fighting between Iran and Israel went viral, and people asked chatbots if they were real. "What we're seeing is AI mediating the experience of warfare," said one researcher.

There is no better place to soak up the sun and celebrate the summer than at Seaport Village, the ideal daycation destination. From the sights and the sounds of seaside entertainment to fresh flavors by local tastemakers, there is so much to celebrate. On Saturday, June 7, you are invited to enjoy all that Seaport Village has to offer with live music throughout the day, family-friendly activities, shopping specials, and small bites from participating vendors. Featuring: - Live music and DJ dance party - Classic car show - Complimentary carousel rides Family entertainment including: - Caricature artist - Photo opportunities at the Seaport Village wave - Bubble fun zone - Balloon artist - Face painting - Food samples from our diverse eateries - Special retail discounts and promotions Visit: https://www.seaportvillage.com/ Seaport Village on Instagram and Facebook