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Federal pandemic relief money supercharged summer learning. When that funding expired, Philadelphia found a way to keep its program going. It's an investment that's all about making learning fun.

Join us for a celebration of the glorious reunification of the Polish Jewish Republic. “Poland is not yet lost as long as we are alive” is a satirical, futuristic vision of the Polish reality, in which the state of Israel has been destroyed and three million Israeli Jews have returned as refugees to Poland. In this alternative reality, the Polish president is movie star Maciej Stuhr (played by the actual Maciej Stuhr) who himself made the decision to convert to Judaism, inspiring 4 million non-Jewish Poles to follow suit and convert themselves. Poland, now a country with over 7 million Jews, is on the eve of the referendum vote to determine whether Poland will become the new Jewish state. “Poland is not yet lost …” is a provocation exploring both the seduction and dangers of nationalism. It is written, directed and performed by Polish Jews, Dorota Abbe, born in Poland and Michael Rubenfeld, a native of Canada, who play versions of themselves in the performance. Structured much like a political rally, the audience is invited to imagine Poland’s incredible possible future Jewish reality; a world of equality … for all Jewish people. The performance is in Polish with English subtitles. After the screening there will be conversation with the creator, Abbe and Rubenfeld. Visit: A screening of: 'Poland is not yet lost, as long as we are alive!' Yiddish Arts and Academics on Instagram and Facebook

We're thrilled to announce this special concert to kick off our 2025-26 Cultural Events Concert season! We'll be joined by Patrick A. Scott, award-winning concert organist and Director of Music & Organist at Grace-St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Memphis, Tennessee. His recital will include classic pieces as well as an improvisational suite based on themes submitted by the audience – spanning a wide-range of genres such as hymn, classical, musical theatre, film, and Top 40!). Come participate in the improv selection and enjoy this beautiful showcase the capabilities of the First Church San Diego organ. If you're unable to join us in person, the concert will also be livestreamed on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstChurchSanDiego This concert is dedicated to the memory of John Mathison who served as the Chair for the CEC for the 2024-2025 series. About the Musician: Dr. Scott is recognized as one of the prominent organists of his generation having won both the first prize and the audience prize in the American Guild of Organists’ National Competition in Organ Improvisation held at the AGO National Convention in Boston in 2014. At the same convention, he was also awarded second prize in the Schoenstein Hymn-Playing Competition. In 2016, he was named one of the top 20 leaders and organists under the age of 30 by The Diapason magazine. He is Director of Music & Organist at Grace-St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in the heart of Midtown Memphis, Tennessee. There, he serves as the Artistic Director for the Memphis Boy & Girl Choir, provides music for chapel services for the Grace-St. Luke’s School, plans an annual music concert series, and leads a program supporting multiple choirs including a chorister program affiliated with the Royal School of Church Music. About The Cultural Events Music Series: First United Methodist Church of San Diego’s cultural event music series brings a mix of classic and folk music to the Mission Valley neighborhood of San Diego. These free concerts take place throughout the year and are made possible through the support of generous donors. Please consider becoming a patron of the music series! Learn more at: https://www.fumcsd.org/ministries/cultural-events-music-series/ First UMC of San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

If you're looking for a way to blend Southern California sunshine with the festive spirit of a classic German celebration, then the Encinitas Oktoberfest & Artisan Faire on Sunday, September 28 is where you need to be! The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce and Visit Encinitas have announced that their 29th annual Oktoberfest will take place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 15,000 guests are expected to attend this premier Oktoberfest in San Diego County. The ceremonial parade is slated for noon. This family-oriented and pet-friendly festival and artisan faire is free and open to the public. Live entertainment including Bavarian music and dance troupes keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy. Authentic German food, international refreshments, two beer gardens and a diverse selection of local artisan products make the event a great opportunity to eat, drink and be merry and shop for unique crafts, jewelry and other handmade goods while supporting local businesses. A special kids play zone with inflatable slides, games, crafts, face painting and a rock-climbing wall make sure there is plenty to keep the little ones entertained while the adults enjoy the festivities. And for the first time, there will be a pet costume contest where furry friends get to show off their best German-themed costumes and compete for fun prizes. As lively oompah music plays in the background, festival goers will be transported to Munich as steins of golden frothy beers flow freely and the aroma of sizzling sausages, crispy schnitzel and warm pretzels waft through the air.

Hosted by: Lorraine Cote This is a small park with great views. There are lots of lovely mature trees, ocean vistas from the west side, playgrounds, and paths as well as plenty of shade. Parking is free and restrooms are available. FREE and Open to All Levels! Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape. How to Participate: Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/ Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun! This is a non-instructional event. Paint to your heart's content and enjoy the dynamic surroundings. Become an Artist Alliance Member: Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: https://oma-online.org/membership/

As painters, we need to know basic color theory and color mixing to make our work look vibrant and alive. In this class we will explore the four basic ideas behind color and the ways we mix and make it all work for successful paintings. We will deal with primary colors, building blocks for all hues; secondary colors, created from two primary colors; and tertiary colors, formed by mixing a primary and a secondary—as well as hue, value, and color temperature. Our class will create color studies using the classic color wheel. This is about color and color relationships in our compositions. We will do a color study and then a full painting from that study—for example, making a green color chart, then making a painting in greens, or a color chart in earth tones, then a painting in earth tones. There are new exercises for painters who have taken this class in the past. Come join us; all levels are welcome. Let’s explore this informative and exciting subject. We are going to have a lot of fun, along with learning, and you will have charts to refer to for years to come. Materials: Oil or acrylic paint: Titanium White, Cadmium Yellow Light or Pale, Cadmium Yellow/Orange (from the Winton range by Winsor & Newton), Cadmium Yellow Deep, Cadmium Red Light, Alizarin Crimson, Ultramarine Blue, Cerulean Blue Hue (by Winton), Viridian Green Hue, Burnt Umber, Raw Umber, Raw Sienna, Burnt Sienna, Yellow Ocher, Dioxazine Purple, Quinacridone Magenta, Black. Brushes: hog-hair bristles in flats, #2, 4, 6, 8. Other: disposable 12” x 16” paper palette pad; odorless Turpenoid and linseed oil for oil paint; Masterson plastic, 12” x 16” box with blue lid to keep paints moist; soft, thin vine charcoal; 2” blade palette knife (no bigger!); Silicoil jar with spring inside; two tall canisters, one to hold clean brushes and one to hold used brushes; paper towels; 12” x 16” canvas pad; sketchbook. Please email me at sharoncaroldemery@gmail.com if you have any questions. I am always happy to help. Max students: 13 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/

La oficina de presupuesto de la Casa Blanca dijo el viernes que han comenzado los despidos masivos de trabajadores federales, en un intento de ejercer mayor presión sobre los legisladores demócratas mientras continúa el cierre del gobierno.

Stream now with KPBS+ through Nov. 12, 2025 / Encore Friday, Oct. 24 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2. Learn about the life and career of 4-time Emmy nominee Marlee Matlin as she shares her story in her native American Sign Language. Known for roles in THE WEST WING and CODA, at 21 years old, Matlin became the first Deaf actor to win an Oscar.

Lisa Phillips, who says she was sex trafficked by Jeffrey Epstein, tells NPR that releasing files about the late convicted sex offender is about human rights, not politics.

Bómbita was terminated from the state’s top cybersecurity post in a phone call from the governor’s office Sept. 23; his last day is Friday. He had been on the job less than a year but repeatedly found himself at odds, he said, with officials at the Office of Emergency Services. That agency oversees the one Bómbita ran, the Cybersecurity Integration Center, through its Homeland Security division.