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Stream with KPBS+ / Watch Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV + Encore Monday, Feb. 16 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV. Did you know there was once an active volcano in Carlsbad? You can see the evidence if you know where to look. We pay a visit to the Bancroft House Museum, an historic East County Church, and our city's highest spot. Plus some historic video of the first day of Public Television in San Diego, things sent in by viewers and more!

Learn the Art of Intarsia Woodworking! Saturday, May 10 or August 16, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Join us in the woodshop for this 5-hour intarsia woodworking workshop! Intarsia is a woodworking technique that involves the use of varied shapes of wood to create an image or pattern. In this class, we will cover shop safety and how to use a scroll saw, as well as best practices for sanding and finishing. Students will choose from a template to transfer to their wood, creating a mosaic-like decorative wall piece. Template options will be provided, and may be altered and edited based on skill level. At the end of the workshop, each student will leave with their own intarsia project. Materials are provided. We recommend students bring their own eye protection, ear protection & apron, but we have some for borrow if needed. Aprons for sale here. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome. Students are welcome to bring a lunch or snack for a break mid-class. • Military & first responders discounts • Scholarships available • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Visit: Woodworking l Scroll Saw Skills & Intarsia San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Paw-tify Wrapped? Not exactly, but the San Diego Humane Society Monday released an overview of the most common dog breeds entering its facilities, including many considered "highly desirable."

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. Melbourne, Australia, known as one of the world's "most livable cities," has a rich history as a gold rush town and has now become a mecca for artists and foodies. After a walk down the picturesque Yarra River, she attends a match of the Women's Australian Football League then travels to the breathtaking Yarra Valley and encounters kangaroos, wallabies, and koalas.

Join us for an interactive walk and panel at the Tijuana River Estuary, Southern California's largest wetlands, where we will delve into the unique ecosystem and discuss the transboundary water crisis. The afternoon's activities include: - A guided walk which will highlight the resilience of the Tijuana Estuary as well as the incredible ecosystem services estuaries provide, such as mitigating climate change. The walk will also be a fantastic opportunity to observe the diverse plant communities and wildlife that depend on this protected wetland. - Interact with non-profit organizations who work on the Tijuana River pollution crisis in various capacities: as advocates, on restoration efforts, or to educate the public on the issue. - A panel discussion led by WildCoast, Sierra Club San Diego, and San Diego Coastkeeper with nonprofit leaders and elected officials working together on a complex bi-national water pollution crisis. This pollution crisis is a culmination of infrastructure degradation, rapid urbanization, and multi-jurisdiction management challenges. This panel will provide insight into the challenges, successes, and opportunities to solve this. Visit tijuanaestuary.org to learn more about the Tijuana River Estuary's ongoing work in preserving and protecting this vital ecosystem. San Diego Climate Week on Instagram / LinkedIn

One hundred years ago this week, the radio barn dance that came to be known as the Grand Ole Opry was first broadcast from Nashville. Being part of the show still matters to country artists today.

At this year's Veterans Day ceremony on Saturday, November 8 at 11 a.m., the Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial will honor all Veterans who have served in our country's Armed Forces and pay special tribute to the 250-year legacies of the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps and the enduring spirit of service that has defined these two branches for a quarter-millennium. The program will feature reflections on the past, a look to the future, and a special recognition of two historical installations - Naval Air Station North Island and Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego - and two men who represent their origins and immense impacts on their respective branches: Commander Theodore Gordon "Spuds" Ellyson, the Navy's first aviator, and Major General Joseph Henry Pendleton, MCRD San Diego's first commanding officer. This event is a powerful reminder of how their early dedication shaped a lasting legacy. Visit: http://www.soledadmemorial.org/ Soledad National Veterans Memorial on Facebook / Instagram

Imagine a place where the thrill and joy of dance is truly accessible to all — this is the heart of Dynamic Inclusive Dance (DID, an expansion of WDO Wheelchair Dancers Organization). Every year, DID/WDO hosts an annual showcase fundraiser to share their talented dancers with the greater San Diego dance/arts community while raising critical funds to support their mission-driven work. This year’s SHINE + SOAR Showcase features choreographic themes of joy and hope! Join us in fundraising to celebrate 17 YEARS of artistic empowerment through the transformative power of inclusive dance! - Who: Dynamic Inclusive Dance (Wheelchair Dancers Organization) performers - What: SHINE + SOAR 2025 Showcase Fundraiser - When: Sunday October 05, 2025 (12 p.m - 3 p.m., 11 a.m. doors open) - Where: Champion Ballroom Academy (4255 Ruffin Rd #200, San Diego, CA 92123) - Tickets: $15 at the door – but visit our website for discount ticket deals! - Website: https://www.DynamicInclusiveDance.org DID/WDO notable performances include the San Diego County Fair and Jason Mraz Foundation’s Kaleidoscope. DID/WDO offers classes (in-person and online) in styles such as Ballroom, Latin, Bollywood, Hip Hop, Afro-Caribbean Fusion, Ballet, and more – and DID/WDO continues to provide reduced-cost access to our inclusive classes through scholarships and tuition waivers! Visit our website for our class schedule: www.DynamicInclusiveDance.org DID/WDO has been offering inclusive, physically integrated movement opportunities to all ages, abilities, and mobilities since 2008. Our story began with Beverly Weurding, who was 55 when she was diagnosed with Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy. In order to continue pursuing her lifelong passion for dance, Beverly founded Wheelchair Dancers Organization to create and share inclusive classes and performance opportunities with the greater disabled community. DID/WDO’s artistic empowerment continues to impact hundreds of lives today. Wheelchair Dancers Organization is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Wheelchair Dancers Organization on Facebook Dynamic Inclusive Dance on Instagram

This Mother’s Day, treat mom to decadent bayside brunch at Loews Coronado Bay Resort. Set inside of the Commodore Ballroom, the resort’s culinary team is preparing a lavish brunch spread featuring freshly baked pastries, brioche French toast, eggs benedict and more breakfast favorites, as well as crab and oyster shooters, made-to-order sushi rolls, seafood paella, roasted salmon with beurre blanc, an assortment of sweet treats and more. To make the day even more special, guests can pre-order a wrapped or vase floral bouquet from Native Poppy, a woman-owned flower shop in San Diego, for an additional cost. Mimosas, or a bottle of prosecco or champagne are also available to enhance the dining experience. Visit: https://resy.com/cities/coronado-ca/venues/loews-coronado-bay-resort/events/mothers-day-at-loews-coronado-2025-05-11?date=2025-04-23&seats=2&seats=2

America's literary highways may be plenty crowded with middle-aged runaways fleeing lives that increasingly feel like a bad fit. But Ben Markovits adds a moving tale to the collection.