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Once in a lifetime opportunity to come meet LEGENDARY surfers Jeff Hakman, Jericho Poppler, Alan Sarlo and Gary Linden, and Director Bob Campi, all who appear in the film at this very special screening. "The Shape of Things – The Dick Brewer Story" chronicles the colorful and controversial, legendary surfboard designer Dick Brewer. Winner of the Maui Film Festival and the Honolua Surf Film Festival “Audience Choice Awards”. Arguably the most influential surfboard shaper of in the 1960’s and 1970’s, Dick Brewer has often been called the father of the modern-day surfboard. He changed the design of surfing equipment not once, not twice, but three times in his 50-year career as a trailblazer, with all the notorious tales that have until now remained just rumored legends. Brewer’s designs have been interpreted, modified, and often copied through the gifted hands of shapers on every coast and in every decade since the 1960’s. He mentored, taught, and inspired dozens of the world’s top shapers. Today, his rails, his rockers, and bottom are intrinsic to surfboard design. Directed and edited with the skill of a lifelong cinematographer Bob Campi, this biopic captures the rise, fall, and ultimate redemption of visionary who changed the world of surfing forever. that was a trailblazer throughout his career. The filmmakers tell his story with phenomenal cinematography and archival footage coupled with this retro soundtrack, this film will take you back to the era where surfers and board designers redefined what riding a wave could be. Doors open at 6 p.m. Program begins at 6:30 p.m. To RSVP and purchase tickets, please call 760-721-6876

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+. Joseph experiences a Southern Christmas in South Carolina, delving into Gullah Geechee history and culture, attending a Christmas service, and viewing Brookgreen Gardens Night of a Thousand Candles. Joseph meets Ron and Natalie Daise, learns about autism awareness, and paints with a penguin. Christmas caroling and a traditional low country boil bring heartfelt moments to the holiday.

Premieres Monday, Dec. 15, 2025 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+ / Encore Wednesday, Dec. 24 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV. Tony Award®-winner Ruthie Ann Miles and iconic actor Dennis Haysbert inspire in this holiday special that combines classic Christmas carols with a contemporary story of how giving back and uplifting communities is the true meaning of the season.

On Oct. 12 In Real Life (IRL) Movie Club will be screening "MY OMAHA" at the UltraStar Mission Valley Cinema in San Diego. The documentary, which will be screened at dozens of independent theaters across the United States on the same night, tells the story of filmmaker Nick Beaulieu's personal journey to document and reconcile with his terminally ill father, a staunch pro-Trump supporter. IRL Movie Club is a national, non-profit organization on a mission to strengthen democracy through the power of shared experience and dialogue. By design, the organization is low tech, grass roots, and community driven. Instead of a traditional Q&A after the show, members are encouraged to say hello to their seatmates, stick around to chat about the film, and spill out into their local neighborhoods for coffee, dinner, and connection.To make it as accessible as possible, the organization also subsidizes tickets and only charges $5 per person. Membership to the club is free.

Michelin-trained pastry chef and Netflix and Food Network star Christophe Rull will open his first namesake bakery, Christophe Rull Patisserie, at North City in San Marcos, CA on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Located at 251 North City Drive, Suite 121, the patisserie will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guests can expect Chef Christophe’s signature French pastries and breakfast items, blending refined French technique with his creative, approachable style. Pull-apart cinnamon rolls, buttery croissants, quiches, and handcrafted macarons will headline the menu, served in an inviting café designed by Sangita Wahi of We Design. The grand opening festivities will begin at 9 a.m. and include: -Ribbon Cutting Ceremony -Live DJ entertainment -Raffle giveaways featuring pastries, coffees, pastry classes, tasting experiences, gift cards, and more With a career spanning over 20 years, Chef Christophe has worked in Michelin-starred kitchens in France and held top roles at luxury hotels including Park Hyatt Aviara, where he grew to love San Diego and built a local following, and most recently, Hotel Bel-Air, where he led the pastry program that was ranked number 5 on The World’s 50 Best World Class Patisseries list in 2025. His work blends classical French training layered with a Southern California point of view. He has won several Food Network competitions, including Halloween Wars and Holiday Wars, and was featured in the reality television baking series Bake Squad on Netflix. Earlier this summer, he appeared on Food Network’s new series Super Mega Cakes, hosted by Duff Goldman. North City is a vibrant community that offers a curated collection of housing, shopping, dining, offices, public art, family entertainment, community events, and everything in between. Come visit and enjoy a diverse retail mix, including A Lo Fresco, Buona Forchetta, Copa Vida, Draft Republic, J Brix Wines, Maya’s Cookies, Mesa Rim, Milonga Empanadas, Umami Japanese, Union CoWork, Wynston’s Ice Cream, the weekly San Marcos Farmers Market, and more coming soon. Visit: https://www.instagram.com/christopherullpatisserie/?hl=en Christophe Rull on Instagram and Facebook

The U.S. military has carried out another lethal strike on alleged drug smugglers in the Caribbean Sea.

Refugee green card applications paused; those approved under Biden also to be reviewed.

Kwigillingok, Alaska, has long grappled with erosion and flooding. Residents want to move to higher ground, further inland, especially after the remnants of Typhoon Halong damaged nearly every house.

Companies that make DNA for science labs screen out any requests for dangerous bits of genetic material. But a new study shows how AI could help malevolent actors get the stuff anyway.

The Dipper Dash 5K returns to Belmont Park on Sunday, September 21— just in time to celebrate 100 years of thrills! Run, ride, and rally for a cause during Belmont's third annual community 5K! Here's What's Included: Early Access to Belmont's Rides & Attractions — Dash through our iconic Mission Beach course and finish in the heart of Belmont Park, then hop on the historic Giant Dipper with your crew! Free Unlimited Rides — Every participant scores a Ride & Play Wristband (a $64.95 value!) for unlimited rides and attractions all day long. Complimentary Drink Ticket — Toast your finish line victory with a complimentary drink ticket, redeemable at select park locations for a custom latte, cocktail, or refreshing beverage of your choice! Custom Finisher Medal — Take home a keepsake medal designed just for race finishers. A shiny reminder of your run and Belmont Park’s 100th year! Race Bib with Chip Timing — Get an official bib with built-in chip timing so you can track your race stats and personal best with precision. Free Event Photography — Capture the memories with complimentary event photos. No extra fees, no watermarks, just shareable snapshots of your big day. Attend Fall Fest — Stick around after the race for Fall Fest packed with live music, seasonal eats, and feel-good fun for the whole fam. Your run supports Team Parker For Life — September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and our incredible charity partner fighting for kids with cancer. Belmont Park on Facebook / Instagram