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Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS app. Join Elsa Sevilla as she discovers some of the oldest fire stations in San Diego built in the early 1900s.

Winner of the "World Cup" in Accordion playing, Nikolay Sivchuk will present an amazing program of some of his favorite melodies, including music by Brahms, Rameau, Schubert, Scarlatti, Rachmaninoff, Khachaturyan, and Sarasate. Nikolay Sivchuk is a winner of the major international bayan and accordion competitions: 1998 - "Baltica Harmonica" International Competition and Festival, Saint Petersburg - I prize (solo) 1999 - First All-Russian Youth Delphic Games, city of Saratov 5] - gold medal (solo) 2000 - International Competition named after V. V. Andreyev, Saint Petersburg - II prize (solo) 2001 - 1 All-Russian Open Competition of bayanists and accordionists «Yugoria», city of Surgut[6] - 1 prize (as a part of «Yugoria» duo), Il prize (solo) 2002 - XXXIX Internationaler Akkordeonwetttbewerb Klingental Competition, Germany - I prize (as a part of «Yugoria» duo) 2003 - Coupe Mondiale International Accordionists Competition, Slovak-Hungary - I prize (solo) 2005 - XLII Internationaler Akkordeonwetttbewerb Klingental Competition, Germany|7] - Ill prize (solo) 2006 - Shanghai Spring International Competition, China [8] - Grand Prix (as a part of « Yugoria» duo) Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtuoso-accordionist-nikolay-sivchuk-tickets-1057835246699?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join MiraCosta College singers for this unforgettable event! Special guest artists lead audience members through some of the most memorable songs from the “Sound of Music” musical. Costumes are welcomed for this family friendly event (no props please). Directed by Dr. Arlie Langager. Visit: https://miracostatheatre.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?SeriesID=37

UC San Diego Global Initiatives has partnered with San Diego Sister Cities to present the first Indigenous Sustainable Design Forum, happening November 21, 2024, at UC San Diego Park & Market. The Indigenous Sustainable Design Forum represents an extraordinary international gathering poised to transform San Diego’s sustainability paradigm. Co-hosted by the Kumeyaay and Maasai, the Forum will bring together global Indigenous leaders to engage in a dynamic panel discussion. Covering topics such as ecological health, welfare, art, culture, and resource sustainability, these panels offer diverse perspectives and practical insights to integrate Indigenous traditional knowledge and promote sustainable practices locally in San Diego. The event will also serve as the launch of a virtual reality program preserving cultural ceremonies and Indigenous heritage, aiming to foster cultural understanding, preserve traditions, and nurture empathy, amplifying Indigenous voices to celebrate cultural diversity. Participants will experience how the Maasai utilizes VR to document ancient Rites of Passage ceremonies recognized on UNESCO’s urgent safeguarding list, enrich intergenerational learning, champion Indigenous culture, and forge community connections to advance heritage preservation and appreciation. Attendees will also experience vibrant cultural entertainment, including traditional dances, music, and authentic heritage. These performances are not just captivating—they are crucial for education and fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of Indigenous peoples and their sustainable practices. Captivating cultural exhibits and art displays that showcase the rich heritage and creative expressions of Indigenous communities. These exhibits serve as powerful mediums for storytelling, expressing cultural values, and highlighting the interconnectedness between Indigenous peoples and the environment. The Indigenous Bazaar provides an engaging space to explore traditional clothing, crafts, and sustainable products. Highlighting Indigenous films, the event will showcase compelling works, including “We Are Guardians,” produced by award-winning filmmaker Leonardo DiCaprio. This film sheds light on Indigenous Peoples’ crucial role in safeguarding the Amazon Rainforest. Attendees will have a chance to meet Puyr Tembe, the lead figure in the film, whose activism in environmental justice is deeply inspiring, particularly her efforts in forest conservation in the Amazon. This is an opportunity to explore the rich traditions, sustainability practices, and contributions of Indigenous cultures—all in celebration of Native American Heritage Month. Join us as we advance sustainable initiatives on campus and beyond, fostering a diverse and inclusive community. Visit: San Diego Sister Cities' Indigenous Sustainable Design Forum at UC San Diego's Park & Market

Whale Watch Weekend and Intertidal Life Festival, sponsored by the Cabrillo National Monument Foundation, celebrates the annual gray whale migration, visible from the western overlooks at Cabrillo National Monument - San Diego’s only national park. This 2-day event brings together scientists, nonprofits, authors, park rangers and other experts presenting on an array of topics including marine mammal acoustics, ocean conservation strategies, environmental sciences and more. Visitors can enjoy guided tours, live animal interactions, themed crafts, and activities for all ages. Join us to learn about the importance of our oceans and for the chance to spot Pacific grey whales journeying south past Cabrillo National Monument. Become a Cabrillo National Monument Foundation member event and receive a special thank-you gift. The event is free to attend with your National Park pass or required entry fees. Visit CNMF.org for more information. Cabrillo National Monument Foundation on Facebook / Instagram

Discover the LJCDS community! As an independent school serving students ages 3 through Grade 12 on a single campus, we nurture young scholars for a lifetime of intellectual adventure, personal growth, and meaningful impact. Join us for a unique opportunity to tour our campus, meet passionate LJCDS student ambassadors, connect with our faculty in intimate class-size settings, and speak with our dedicated coaches on our fields and courts. Experience the pride and spirit of LJCDS, and see firsthand how we inspire our students to thrive. Visit: https://explore.ljcds.org/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw1Yy5BhD-ARIsAI0RbXYH1yREpfn7K2sxVsaeXOl46mgFXdb2u9bdK0NO5-Am1JE09Mz5W68aAo-aEALw_wcB

"Once you get the funk out there, it's not going back. You can't put it back in the box," says filmmaker Stanley Nelson. His new Independent Lens documentary is out now.

In 1996, Peter Hessler was sent as a Peace Corps volunteer to Fuling, a small city on the Yangtze. Almost all of his students had grown up in rural homes, often in poverty, and usually they were the first members of their extended family to enter higher education. After teaching for two years, Hessler wrote his first book, “River Town,” and he became The New Yorker’s Beijing correspondent. For more than two decades, he stayed in close touch with his former students, observing how they negotiated China’s Reform era. In 2019, Hessler returned to teach again in the same region, at Sichuan University. In the classroom he met members of the next generation of students, almost all of whom had grown up in urban middle-class homes that had been restricted to a single child. While teaching, Hessler also revisited Fuling and the people he had taught in the 1990s, an experience that helped him gain a new perspective on China’s transformation. A reception will start at 4 p.m. and the lecture will start at 4:30 p.m. Visit: A Chinese Education: Teaching and Learning from Two Generations of Students

One of the most legendary bands to hail from San Diego, the B-Side Players have spent the last three decades establishing a reputation as one of the most eclectic, genre-defining bands of their day. The nine-member band can hardly be described using typical genre conventions, blending elements of funk, rock, jazz, and hip-hop with gritty street samba, Cumbia, and other sounds common in Latin America. Their Dec. 7 performance at UC San Diego’s Park & Market marks their final show of the year and celebrates the last 30 years of their prolific career. The 90-minute performance will also feature an intimate Q&A with the audience, during which fans can hear unheard insights about the band’s history. Visit: Intersections Concert Series Presents B-Side Players BSide Players on Instagram and Facebook

Come jam with San Diego’s award-winning blues band! Join us for The Day of the Dead Concert on Saturday, Nov. 2 | 6-9 p.m. This will be an unforgettable night of music and fun–-don’t miss this electrifying performance! LADY DOTTIE: Originally a gospel singer, Dorothy Mae “Lady Dottie” Whitsett’s early career included performing with Kool and the Gang and Clarence Carter, among others. Back then, she called herself Miss Dynamite, moving around from residences in Alabama, New Jersey, Portland, Seattle, and Atlanta. REY WOLF: El Rey’s vocals capture the allure of early Hollywood crooners, the vulnerability of Roy Orbison, and the raw power of Howlin’ Wolf. Like a David Lynch film, the juxtaposition between El Rey’s dark ballads and the light of romance can feel familiar, but always carries with it a more complex undertow waiting to pull you in. This is your chance to experience live music at its best, surrounded by a vibrant atmosphere and fellow music lovers. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to see music at one of its highest levels! Get here early! Grab some food and drinks while you sit back and enjoy the evening! Show up and let the good times roll! Day of the Dead Cocktail Specials Oaxacan Old Fashioned: Union Mezcal, Fresh Orange Juice, Ancho Chile Syrup, Aztec Chocolate Bitters, Smoked Arbol Chili Bitters. Aztec Aguafresca: Volcan Blanco Tequila, Pierre Ferraro Dry Curacao, Achiote, Cinnamon, and Blood Orange, Lime, Pomegranate, and Passionfruit Juices. All ages | No Refunds | No Pets