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The Athenaeum is pleased to welcome local artist Kim MacConnel for a special presentation of his career, process, recent projects, and 2010 mural "The Girl from Ipanema" for Murals of La Jolla. The reception begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by a 6:30 p.m. lecture. As a seminal figure in the Pattern and Decoration movement of the 1970s, MacConnel created a unique visual language, drawing inspiration from wide-ranging and multicultural sources such as textile arts, found graphic images, and Henri Matisse. Stay Connected | The Athenaeum on Facebook + Instagram

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with KPBS Passport! Discover the fascinating and unexpected history behind America's favorite board game. Part detective story and part pop culture commentary, the film explores what makes this game, a celebration of unbridled capitalism, such an enduring favorite.

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE presents a virtual PAST FORWARD conversation exploring how competing narratives from politicians and the press can shape the public's understanding of the politics and policy. This conversation will be inspired in part by "The Movement and The 'Madman'" and CITIZEN HEARST, both of which are now streaming on the PBS app. Featured guests: Yu Ouyang: Associate Professor of Political Science, Purdue University Northwest Jeremi Suri: Mack Brown Distinguished Chair for Leadership in Global Affairs, the University of Texas at Austin The discussion will be moderated by Kelly McBride, Senior Vice President of The Poynter Institute for Media Studies. The conversation will also be streamed live on AMERICAN EXPERIENCE's Facebook and YouTube channels.

Introducing Gelson's High Holiday Feast: a delectable selection of complete dinners and a la carte dishes to embrace the High Holidays. Gelson’s complete dinners feature wholesome options like Rotisserie Chicken in Lemon Herb, BBQ, or BBQ with No Salt variations (serving 4 for $90), and Beef Brisket with Julienne Vegetables & Gravy (serving 4 for $95). Each dinner comes complete with a delightful array of sides, including Matzo Balls with Chicken Broth, Noodle Kugel, Traditional Tzimmes, Chopped Beef Liver with Egg, and Herb Roasted Potatoes. For customers seeking a more customized dining experience, Gelson’s offers a la carte dishes such as Potato Latkes, Apple Noodle Kugel, Matzo Balls, Brisket with Julienne Vegetables, Chopped Beef Liver with Egg, and Traditional Tzimmes. High Holiday meal orders are available now through September 23 at 6 p.m., with convenient pick-up options available from the Carlsbad, Del Mar, or Pacific Beach locations from September 14 to September 25. The first pick-up day is Thursday, September 14. Please note that all meals will be refrigerated at the time of pick-up and require reheating, with easy-to-follow instructions provided. While the meals are prepared with care, it's important to mention that the food options mentioned are not certified Kosher. Please allow 48 hours of notice when ordering Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Dinners. To explore the full menu and place your order, visit here Stay Connected on Facebook

By necessity, Vice President Harris has worked in lockstep with President Biden on his foreign policy. What she would do in the White House if she wins on Nov. 5 will be in focus in Tuesday's debate.

The photo of a girl in Gaza killed by an Israeli airstrike while wearing pink roller skates goes viral and draws attention to the plight of children nearly a year into the war.

DeSantis has made the culture wars central to his political identity — and intends to run that way in the GOP primary for president.

The series concludes Friday, September 27, with San Diego Music Hall of Fame inductee Fred Benedetti, Sandé Lollis, and Lisa Sanders and Brown Sugar. Benedetti studied classical guitar with Segovia and practices jazz, folk, rock, and flamenco styling. He is featured on over 200 records and numerous film and television soundtracks/ads. Singer-songwriter Lisa Sanders has a distinct country/bluesy/Americana sound; her genres include folk, pop, gospel, rock, and jazz. Sanders has garnered an extensive list of accolades as a recipient of San Diego Music Awards’ Best Acoustic Artist (two times), the San Diego Readers’ poll for Best Acoustic Artist, third-place for new folk in the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, The National Women's Association Living Legacy award, the National Association of Professional Women’s Legacy Award, and San Diego Music Hall of Fame inductee. These achievements have given her the opportunity to open and work with musical legends, including the Truckee Brothers, Lucinda Williams, Bonnie Raitt, Al Green, BB King, and Babyface. Sanders and Brown Sugar are a dynamic soulful, heartful singing duo with a gift for crafting wonderful songs and masterful storytelling. They have been together touring and recording as a duo for two decades, with Sanders singing lead and playing guitar, and Karen “Brown Sugar” Hayes, who is a nurse by day and a beautiful singing duo partner lending her gift of sweet harmonies to song by night. Sandé Lollis is an award-winning San Diego–based singer-songwriter known for her ability to weave captivating stories through her music. Drawing inspiration from personal experiences, conversations overheard in cafés, favorite books, and random thoughts, she crafts original melodies paired with introspective lyrics that explore the complexities of love, heartbreak, and life's twists and turns. Her voice and honest lyrics have struck a chord with listeners, with many praising her ability to connect on a deep emotional level. Lollis’s performance is soulful and wholly uplifting and earned her well-deserved San Diego Music Awards nominations for Best Country or Americana Album in 2022 and Best Country or Americana Artist in 2023. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/acoustics-24-0927 Athenaeum Music and Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for Live Music on the Piazza with awesome local artists! Grab food and cocktails from our stations and enjoy it on our outdoor patio or the Piazza della Famiglia. Order Food and drinks from select stations through online ordering! Dog-Friendly Patio! Free to attend. September Summer Series: Fri 9/6: 6-9 p.m. Dakota Ringer Sat 9/7: 6-9 p.m. Blu Gruv Wed 9/11: 6-8 p.m. Honeytones Thu 9/12: 5-8 p.m. Steve Antti Fri 9/13: 6-9 p.m. Blaise Guld Sat 9/14: 6-9 p.m. Steve Antti Tue 9/17: 5-8 p.m. Ratpack Wed 9/18: 6-8 p.m. Honeytones Thu 9/19: 6-9 p.m. Salsa Night: Manny Cepeda Orchestra Sat 9/21: 6-9 p.m. Dominic Pizarro & Band Tue 9/24: 5-8 p.m. Ratpack Wed 9/25: 6-8 p.m. Honeytones Thu 9/26: 5-8 p.m. Steve Antti Fri 9/27: 6-9 p.m. Steve Antti Visit: https://www.littleitalysd.com/

A look back at other sitting vice presidents who were running for the top job and debating on TV against the nominee of the opposition party: Gore in 2000, George H.W. Bush in 1988 and Nixon in 1960.