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Please join San Diego Watercolor Society as they continue to celebrate their 60th Anniversary with an exciting presentation of “Cubism Revealed” by Bruce Haggarty on April 12, 2025, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., at the SDWS Gallery in the Arts District, Liberty Station. Bruce attended Tufts University, graduating with a degree in Art History and obtained his master’s degree at Boston University in Art History, specializing in American Art. He has taught art history at many local colleges and universities and has traveled the world extensively as a high-altitude photographer. He will give us an informative dialog on the history of Cubism and the artists who created a new way of looking at our world through shape, perspective and dimensions. The lecture is free and does not require registration. Visit: https://www.sdws.org/ San Diego Watercolor Society on Instagram and Facebook

Premieres Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app. Discover how celebrated writer Marcella Hazan shaped Italian cuisine in America. After immigrating to New York in the 1950s, she began making authentic dishes from her Italian roots and inspired millions of Americans with her cookbooks.

They all showed off their talents at this year's Smithsonian Folklife Festival. The theme: How youth keep cultural traditions alive.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with special guest, 'Jeopardy!' host Ken Jennings.

Art has the power to strengthen our connections to each other and the world around us. As the center, or heart, of ICA San Diego, your presence and support helps us bring our vision for a vibrant community to life. In May, join us in a celebration of you, our community. As part of ICA San Diego’s "On Healing" exhibition season, we’ll gather in the Garden at ICA North in Encinitas, transformed for our annual gala. That evening, we’ll consider how art plays a vital role in our physical, mental, emotional, and collective wellbeing. ICA - Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

The hand-painted wooden egg creations are specially created in support of the upcoming Inspire Youth Art Exhibition in May. We encourage youth exploration, creativity and self-confidence in the upcoming show for ages 1st-12th grades. Many are left to choose from, they don’t peep or fly, but they certainly can move fast and are flying out the door. Great gifts. There only around until April 19, 2025 at the North Coastal Art Gallery in Carlsbad. Visit: North Coastal Art Gallery North Coastal Art Gallery on Instagram and Facebook

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Smokey Robinson's career spans over four decades of hits. He has received numerous awards, including the GRAMMY Living Legend Award, NARAS Lifetime Achievement Award, Honorary Doctorate (Howard University), Kennedy Center Honors, and the National Medal of Arts Award from the President of the United States. He has also been inducted into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters' Hall of Fame. This year of 2025 will mark the 50th ANNIVERSARY of his 1975 breakthrough album, "A Quiet Storm." His tour “Smokey Legacy Tour” will highlight this 50th anniversary as well as celebrate all of his top hits throughout the decades. Throughout his 60+ year music career, Robinson has accumulated more than 4,000 songs to his credit and continues to thrill sold-out audiences worldwide with his high tenor voice, impeccable timing, and profound sense of lyric and style. Please note: the San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this concert event. Smokey Robinson on Facebook / Instagram

Experience the Open Art Studio by Walter Redondo at the historic Granger Hotel, an exclusive, appointment-only space offering a rare glimpse into the creative world of renowned artist Walter Redondo. This working studio allows visitors to witness his artistic process firsthand, including never-before-seen sculptures. Set within the Granger Hotel, a meticulously restored 1904 landmark known for its rich history and sophisticated design, the studio provides an intimate and inspiring setting for art lovers, collectors, and private events. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/open-art-studio-by-walter-redondo-grand-opening-tickets-1298541696169

Premieres Wednesdays, Sept. 10 - 28, 2025 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app + Encores Thursdays, Sept. 11 - 25 at 7 p.m. on KPBS 2 + Sundays, Sept. 14 - Sept. 28 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2. Stream Season 1 now with KPBS Passport! Over six new episodes, an elite team of wildlife filmmakers returns to Botswana’s breathtaking Okavango Delta to follow the dramatic lives of its lions, leopards and cheetahs, day and night, in one of Africa’s last wildernesses.

After some sponsors pulled out over a headlining artist’s comments about the war in Gaza, San Diego Pride’s executive director discusses what effect the controversy is having. And, a local pediatrician says she’s concerned about the impact federal cuts might have on children. Also, a look at how the fear of raids affects communities. Then, Voice of San Diego’s Will Huntsberry joins us to talk about why El Cajon lags behind other cities in home construction. Finally, a UC San Diego researcher talks about what they found studying lung cancer among non-smokers.