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This weekend in the arts: Coachella or "couch-ella," Desert X; piñatas, Wayne Thiebaud, contemporary dance and contemporary classical music

A recent KPBS investigation found that credit unions in California collected more than $250 million in overdraft fees in 2022.

Rosie the Riveter became an iconic symbol of the millions of women who worked industrial jobs during WWII. Dozens, now in their 90s and 100s, are accepting a Congressional gold medal on their behalf.

V-22 Ospreys across the military were grounded for three months after a crash off the Japanese coast killed eight airmen in November.

Step into the spellbinding world of The Soldier’s Tale by Stravinsky, the classic tale of a soldier’s pact with the devil reimagined in an electrifying new production conducted by Thomas Adès, featuring hand-drawn animation, live puppetry and powerful storytelling by the groundbreaking company The Paper Cinema. It will be an opening night like no other—join us for a truly magical evening of devilish delights. LISZT Mephisto Waltz No.1, S.514 Inon Barnatan, piano TARTINI Sonata in G Minor for Violin and Continuo “The Devil’s Trill” Augustin Hadelich, violin; Inon Barnatan, harpsichord; Macintyre Taback, cello PAGANINI Caprice No. 24 in A Minor Augustin Hadelich, violin STRAVINSKY L’Histoire du Soldat (The Soldier’s Tale) Thomas Adès, conductor; Alexi Kenney, violin; Mark Simpson, clarinet; Eleni Katz, bassoon; Chris Coletti, cornet; James Miller, trombone; Michael Yeung, percussion; Anthony Manzo, bass The Paper Cinema Nicholas Rawling, illustrator and artistic director, Chris Reed, musical director Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/opening-a-deal-with-the-devil/

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President Trump say they will meet Friday in Washington as the two countries finalize a deal on mineral resources.

The 16th year of this combined Arts/Taste annual event will start at the Taste ticket will call, information booth located in front of Diversionary Theatre, 4545 Park Blvd. Pick up a free event map to artist studios and exhibitions in businesses and restaurants along and around Park Blvd. Join the community in celebrating the culinary flavors and local libations that make UH so unique. Taste tickets are $30 in advance or $35 event day. Included with your ticket is a free chance on a big assortment of prizes held at 3:30 pm at Diversionary Theatre. The Taste of UH hours are Noon - 3 p.m. UH Arts Open is a self-guided, free tour of artists’ studios. Open Studios is a chance to experience first-hand how, where, and why art is created and provides a glimpse into the life of the working artist. The UH Arts Open hours are 11-4 p.m. with free shuttle service for both events.

Last year's "FACE2FACE" exhibition of portraits and self-portraits was so popular that we're bringing it back with "FACE2FACE, Hello Again"! Pet portraits will mingle with family ancestors; faces of joy may contrast with downcast eyes of sorrow; celebrities draw the eye, while everyday people have a brief moment of attention. Come take a deeper look at the story told by each portrait and self-portrait. You'll look into the eyes of real and imaginary individuals and perhaps see yourself in their story. SUBMISSIONS DUE: March 22, 5 p.m. EXHIBITION: March 28 - April 28, 2024 ARTIST OPEN HOUSE/ART WALK: Friday, April 5, 5:30- 8 p.m. Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram

The wet weather is a worry for those trying to help migrants who are still crossing the border near Jacumba Hot Springs every day.

The grand final of this year's Eurovision Song Contest takes place on Saturday, May 17, in Basel, Switzerland. It's an annual celebration of melody, rhythm, fabulousness and glitter.