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Thursday on KPBS Midday Edition, we talk to a journalist about his new book on the history and significance of the tuba. Then, arts reporter Beth Accomando talks about picking out that special gift for your favorite cinephile. Finally, we ask arts and culture reporter Julia Dixon Evans the best places to visit this weekend (with a holiday twist).

The book club will meet every third Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Treat yourself to a coffee or tea and enjoy a book talk in a beautiful art gallery! The East County Arts Association – home to Sophie’s Gallery – highlights the creativity that thrives in the region. This community-driven arts hub features exhibitions, artist showcases, workshops, and handcrafted pieces from local creators, making it a destination for those seeking meaningful, accessible art experiences. It’s warm, collaborative atmosphere reflects the heart of El Cajon’s creative community. East County Art Association on Facebook / Instagram

Join Museum educators for a special workshop inspired by the practice of sobremesa, cherished by artist Alfredo Castañeda. "Sobremesa" refers to the moments when a meal extends into lingering conversation, when guests talk, listen to music, and reflect on life and ideas. This workshop invites participants to gather in community, engage in both prompted and organic conversation, and take part in an art-making activity inspired by Castañeda’s work and practice. Poetry and storytelling, central to Castañeda’s sobremesas, will guide the flow of dialogue, sparking creativity and connection. The San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

La Jolla's Warwick's is the nation's oldest continuously family-owned bookstore, known for books, gifts and community events.

On the heels of its remarkable success across North America, Europe, South America, Asia, and Australia — captivating more than 3 million visitors — the acclaimed exhibition "The Art of Banksy Without Limits" will make its San Diego debut at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Activity Center on January 30, 2026. Art enthusiasts across Southern California will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the provocative world of the British street artist through a comprehensive and educational exhibition featuring 200 pieces of art celebrating Banksy's works. Tickets go on sale Dec. 11, 2025 at 9 a.m. For tickets and more information, visit www.artofbanksyus.com. "The Art of Banksy Without Limits" includes more than 200 artworks, alongside certified originals, prints, photographs, lithographs, sculptures, murals, exclusive video mapping installations, and more. The Del Mar exhibition will also feature an infinity room and a hologram installation, offering visitors an unprecedented glimpse into Banksy's artistry. Event Details Del Mar Fairgrounds Activity Center 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd Del Mar, CA 92014 www.artofbanksyus.com Hours: Monday - Thursday: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday - Saturday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Ticket prices range from $28-$34; and, senior, student, group, youth, and military discounts are available. Follow "The Art of Banksy Without Limits" on Instagram and Facebook.

Call it fluid art, liquid art, or acrylic pouring, there’s nothing more satisfying than creating abstract masterpieces by letting pigment run amok. This form of abstract art uses acrylics with a runny consistency to create psychedelic paintings. There are endless creative possibilities thanks to different ways to combine acrylic paints and there’s something so satisfying about watching it spill across a surface. Visit: https://www.ljcommunitycenter.org/art-classes La Jolla Community Center on Instagram and Facebook

KPBS staff share the cafes, matcha bars, boba shops and tea spots that fueled their year.

Explore Chillida’s powerful use of line, shape, and form through guided prompts and conversation before creating your own linocut print. Drawing on personal memories, you’ll consider how abstract forms can hold meaning and emotion. Then, carve, ink, and press your design, transforming reflection into visual expression. Participants will also complete a brief artist statement to accompany their print, engaging with multiple facets of the artistic process. All materials provided. Please RSVP here to save your spot. Registration is limited to 15 participants. Museum admission not included. Artists under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the workshop. Visit: https://www.sdmart.org/event/books-art-linocut-printing-workshop-dec/ The San Diego Museum of Art on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for an intimate evening, "Music & Masters: Classical-era Vienna and the Fortepiano." Fortepianist Daniel Adam Maltz and soprano Jennifer Ellis Kampani present a rare experience of the music of Mozart, Haydn, and Beethoven, performed on the predecessor to the modern piano. This historically informed program recreates the intimate sound world of Classical-era Vienna, where music was written for smaller spaces and lighter instruments than today’s concert halls and modern pianos. About the Artists: Vienna-based fortepianist Daniel Adam Maltz specializes in historically informed performance. Called “the foremost performer in the world of the fortepiano” (Aspen Daily News), he has been praised for imbuing “[Beethoven’s] tenderness, longing, and frustration into the very notes” (Orlando Sentinel), for “lavish but tasteful” playing (Classical Sonoma), and as “a privilege to hear” (Marblehead Current). He studied at the Royal Academy of Music in London and at the University for Music and Performing Arts in Vienna, and performs exclusively on historic Viennese fortepianos. GRAMMY-nominated soprano Jennifer Ellis Kampani is known for her expressive interpretations of early repertoire. She has appeared at Carnegie Hall and performed with leading ensembles including American Bach Soloists, Apollo’s Fire, Opera Lafayette, and Portland Baroque Orchestra. She lives in Los Angeles and teaches at USC. The Timken Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

United Nations has declared December 21 as World Meditation Day. Art of Living in collaboration with WorldBeat Center is honoring the World Meditation and is hosting a free open to all meditation event at WorldBeat Center on December 21. Doors open at 10:45 a.m.