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Join Master Storyteller Alyce Smith Cooper as she delves into the rich narrative of village life, as represented in objects from "African by Design – Form, Pattern, and Meaning in African Craft". Alyce Smith Cooper has been an advocate for the arts, community growth, and preservation for over 60 years. As a poet, storyteller, actress, and TV talk show host Alyce is a champion for creativity, compassion, and inclusion. Related links: Event information and registration link Mingei International Museum on Instagram

"The Children" by playwright Lucy Kirkwood Directed by Kim Strassburger Nov. 6 - Dec. 4, 2022 About the play: Two retired nuclear scientists reside in an isolated cottage by the sea. The world around them may bear the scars of a disaster, but they’re going to live forever on yogurt and yoga. Then an old friend arrives with a frightening request, and this riveting play turns on a dime. On stage: Thursday @ 7:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday @ 8 p.m., Sunday @ 2 p.m. Tickets start at $25, Discounts are available for seniors, students, military Location: MOXIE Theatre, 6663 El Cajon Blvd, Ste N, San Diego, CA 92115 - Parking is FREE! More info at moxietheatre.com. Questions? Contact boxoffice@moxietheatre.com. Moxie Theatre on social media: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

A free mental and behavioral health program is improving the lives of immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers in San Diego.

Playwrights Project's 38th Plays by Young Writers Festival, sponsored by the Sheila and Jeffrey Lipinsky Family Fund and US Bank, is a live performance featuring winning scripts from its 2022 California Young Playwrights Contest. 6:30 P.M. - Reception 7:30 P.M. - Festival Performance 9 P.M. - Dessert and Coffee This Night of Celebration features 4 winning plays & a reception with the playwrights FULL PRODUCTIONS • The Notifiers by Donny Cannady, Age 17, Fullerton - Opinions clash as two notifiers deliver unbearable news to loved ones during the Vietnam War. • Gifted by Tehilla Fishman, Age 16, Los Angeles - A teen pianist finds herself again after the death of her grandmother. • American Dissonance by Vincent Schillings, Age 18, Los Altos Hills - A Chinese-American woman journeys to define her culture on her terms. STAGED READING • The Santa Heist by Ell Banoub, Age 12, San Diego - Santa has Covid! Christmas is in Jeopardy! Can Danny and his friends help? COVID-19 Guidelines & Policy We require all attendees to be vaccinated. We will not be asking for proof of vaccination, but trust attendees to honor this requirement. All attendees must wear masks over their nose and mouth at all times while inside the venue, except for when actively eating or drinking in the lobby. All food and drink must be consumed prior to entering the theatre. Masks will be provided at the box office for anyone who does not bring their own. If you are experiencing any Covid, cold or flu symptoms the day of the performances, tickets will be refunded upon request, minus processing fee If you have any questions on these policies, please contact Playwrights Project at (858) 384-2970 or visit here. Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

People — including those with disabilities — flocked outside during the COVID-19 pandemic. The influx has highlighted efforts to ensure everyone has access to outdoor spaces.

When Ian Sandler got a middle-of-the-night call that his daughter had collapsed, he didn't know what to do. Then, an Uber driver went above and beyond to help.

San Diego County saw a slight reduction in cases over the weekend, what can this tell us? Later, demonstrations are planned today across Mexico to protest the deaths and intimidation of journalists. The latest victim, Lordes Maldonado, was killed in Tijuana Sunday. After, the San Diego Regional Task Force has postponed the annual count of people who are homeless until late next month due to the surge in COVID-19 cases. Then, KPBS investigative reporter Claire Trageser looks at potential solutions to the staffing crisis at child care centers. Later, all eyes are on California as the state comes up with a proposal on what reparations could look like for Black Californians descended from slavery and who qualifies. Then, California legislation that would help create a single-payer, government-run health plan, faces a key hurdle next week. Finally, KPBS/Arts editor and producer Julia Dixon Evans talks to the new executive director and CEO for the New Children's Museum in San Diego, Elizabeth Yang-Hellewell.

Natural gas prices rose dramatically in January and state and local leaders want to know why.

The new omicron variant is spreading rapidly and both testing and positivity rates are way up in San Diego, and long lines at local testing sites. Meanwhile, Petco Park in downtown San Diego is hosting the 43rd annual Holiday Bowl on Tuesday. The North Carolina State football team is scheduled to arrive in San Diego Thursday to begin a series of practices and activities leading up to facing UCLA in the game. Plus, some unconventional holiday tunes from KPBS’ arts editor and producer.

The Inclement Weather Shelter Program for San Diegans experiencing homelessness was activated Monday by the San Diego Housing Commission in partnership with the city of San Diego.