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Friday, Sept. 26, 2025 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / KPBS+. Meet the beloved Cuban singer Omara Portuondo, who has thrilled audiences for over half a century, from the stages of Havana's legendary nightclubs to her worldwide fame as part of the Grammy-winning Buena Vista Social Club.

Planning for Comic-Con 2025? Check out our Wednesday and Thursday panel picks covering Marvel legends, anime, horror and more to help build your perfect schedule.

Water treatment workers are grappling with how to protect against a new threat: hackers burrowing into the system and wreaking havoc.

San Diego Black Arts & Culture District Music Festival Saturday, June 28, 2025 Gates Open: noon – 8 p.m. Martin Luther King Jr. Park 6401 Skyline Drive, San Diego, CA 92114 (Festival takes place on the 65th Street side of the park) Free and open to the public | Family-friendly | All ages welcome The San Diego Black Arts & Culture District Music Festival returns on Saturday, June 28, 2025, for a full day of live music, cultural exhibits, family activities, and community celebration. Held at Martin Luther King Jr. Park in the heart of Southeast San Diego, this free event honors the depth and diversity of Black artistic expression. Curated by Artistic Director Kamau Kenyatta and hosted by Dominic Malone, the festival features an exciting lineup of live performances. The music begins at noon with an opening set from Miki Vale, followed by performances starting at 1:45 p.m. in the following order: Miki Vale, C.C. Carter, Daneen Wilburn, Lenny “Fuzzy” Rankins, and Ben Williams. All-day activities include a STEAM Tent hosted by the Elementary Institute of Science, an African Artifacts Exhibit presented by San Diego Mesa College, and a sneak peek at “We Stand on Their Shoulders,” an augmented reality exhibit presented by the San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art. A wide range of food and non-food vendors will also be available throughout the day. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy a full day of music, culture, and community connection. This event is a celebration of Black creativity, heritage, and unity. The San Diego Black Arts & Culture District Music Festival is made possible through the generous support of the County of San Diego, the City of San Diego, the San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art, and the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America. We invite you to be a part of this vibrant and meaningful celebration. General Policies and Safety Information are available on our website. San Diego Black Arts & Culture District on Instagram

In Mexico, September means chiles en nogada season. But one key ingredient, a candied barrel cactus called biznaga, is now illegal because it's vanishing in the wild.

One of the most listened-to genres in the Americas, photographers and storytellers Karla Gachet and Ivan Kashinsky document cumbia in Colombia, Mexico, Ecuador, Peru, Argentina and the United States.

Get ready for our 5th Annual Juneteenth Summer Kick-Off BBQ — and this year, we’re going bigger than ever! Join us for a sun-soaked day filled with mouthwatering BBQ, beach games, live music, and all the good vibes. We’re honoring Black joy, culture, and freedom with community, connection, and unforgettable moments by the ocean. Whether you're coming to dance, eat, surf, or just vibe out — everyone’s welcome to this joyful celebration of summer and liberation. This is a free family friendly community event, Food ticket required for BBQ. EVERYONE IS WELCOME! View this event on Facebook

Presented by DredCarpet Productions If you remember hitting Denny’s after the club… You already know what it is! We’re bringing back the magic of the 90s–2000s club era for one epic night! Whether you were vibin’ at Olé Madrid, gettin’ it in at Club 66, or closing the night at Blue Tattoo—this reunion is for the real ones. Featuring DJs from the clubs that raised us: Olé Madrid • Club 66 • Club Rox • Blue Tattoo • Decos • On Broadway • E Street Alley • Red Circle • Red C Lounge • Excelsior • Sybil’s • Luna Lounge • Aubergine • Fluxx • Stingaree • Mr. O’s • Tropics • Del Mar E-Club • Flying Bridge • Black Angus • El Torito • Margarita Rocks • McCables • Mooses • Blue Agave • Typhoon Saloon • Sin • PB Bar & Grill • Ice House • Players Ball Sundays • Canes • Romper Room • Emerald City • Plan B • Distillery • Pour House Old faces. Classic tracks. One unforgettable night. Date: Saturday, July 12 Time: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Location: Quartyard – 1301 Market St, San Diego, CA Age: 21+ Ticket Tiers: Fire sale (all May & June): $20 General admission (July): $25 At the door: $30 Quartyard SD on Facebook / Instagram

Join Us for a Historic Juneteenth Celebration in North Park, San Diego We invite you to an unforgettable community event as Louisiana Purchase, Black San Diego, High Definition Ent, and The Harvey Family Foundation unite for the first time. This remarkable collaboration guarantees a day brimming with culture, unity, and celebration, honoring freedom and celebrating Black excellence. You Know where to find me! Meet me at the IceCream Bar.. Visit: https://www.louisianapurchasesd.com/events/juneteenth-block-party Louisiana Purchase San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Spookeasy, the most electric Halloween bash, returns! The ultimate spooky throwdown is back outdoors, under the stars, and deep inside a mysterious secret garden. We’re talking glowing blacklight vibes, a live DJ spinning all night, epic costume contests, a wild scavenger hunt, and seriously next-level eats. Oh—and did we mention unlimited drinks and a VIP cigar bar? Dress to glow and party for a cause—every good vibe supports St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center and its nationally recognized programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Good drinks. Great music. Glowing costumes. A killer cause. St. Madeleine Sophie's Center on Facebook / Instagram