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Autocracy, Inc. author Anne Applebaum says that today’s dictators — including Putin and Xi — are working together in a global fight to dismantle democracy, and Trump is borrowing from their playbook.

Cody Johnson has established a following of passionately loyal fans who regularly sell out shows across the country. MusicRow predicted Cody “just might be the future of real country music,” with four celebrated albums – Ain’t Nothin’ To It, Human The Double Album, A Cody Johnson Christmas and Cody Johnson & The Rockin’ CJB Live, his highly successful award-winning feature-length documentary “Dear Rodeo: The Cody Johnson Story,” his double platinum-selling, Grammy winning (“Country Song of The Year”) two-week #1 single “’Til You Can’t”, 17 career RIAA certifications, a Pandora Billionaire Award, and more. In BOTH 2021 and 2022 Cody increased his global career streams by One Billion, with a current career tally over 5 billion global streams. His numerous industry honors include recognition as a CMT Artist of The Year, three CMT Music Awards wins, two CMA Awards and being named “Best New Country Artist” at the iHeart Music Awards. His television appearances have entertained fans on the Today Show, the Kelly Clarkson Show and the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in addition to outstanding live tv performances at the iHeart Music Awards, the ACM Awards, CMA Awards, CMT Giants honoring Vince Gill, and the CMT Artist of the Year Special. This spring, Cody’s stellar 2023 CMT Music Awards performances included hit “Human” and featured him as a lead vocalist on a show-stopping all-star tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd featuring a stacked lineup of music royalty including Cody, Billy Gibbons, Chuck Leavell, Paul Rodgers, Slash & Warren Haynes, alongside LeAnn Rimes and Wynonna Judd. This summer Cody and Reba McEntire delivered a knock-out rendition of “Whoever’s in New England” on the CMA Fest television special. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

Celebrate TINY living in a BIG way! Connect. Learn. Be Inspired. Tour tiny houses, van conversions, skoolies, backyard cottages (ADUs), shipping container home, adventure rigs and more! Meet the builders and people who are living and traveling tiny every day. Shop the Simple Living Marketplace. Enjoy a variety of vendors who will guide you to minimize your clutter, debt, and carbon footprint. Gain in depth information about a variety of topics and hear inspiring stories. TinyFest features a weekend full of speaker presentations, Q & A Sessions and Panel Discussions. TinyFest California is bringing together like-minded people who value the ideals behind building small and living large!! Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with YouTube. Host Julia Collin Davison makes a Texas favorite Carne Guisada, and Toni Tipton-Martin shares the origins of the dish. Equipment expert Adam Reid reveals his top pick for oven mitts. Christie Morrison makes show-stopping Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas.

The vice president, an avid Beyoncé fan, received a rare clearance to use the superstar's music before delivering a speech at her campaign headquarters in Delaware.

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS App. Test cook Carmen Dongo makes host Julia Collin Davison Kousa Mihshi (Lebanese Stuffed Squash). Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about capers, and test cook Sam Block makes Julia vegetarian Red Lentil Kibbeh.

Choose from: January 21, from 2 – 5 p.m. February 18, from 2 – 5 p.m. February 22, from 6 – 9 p.m. March 17, from 1 – 4 p.m. This workshop is designed to introduce you to the world of perfumery. No previous experience with fragrance making is required. During the workshop, you will create your own signature scent using a variety of essential oils and fragrance notes provided by our French Perfume Designer, Jil Croquet. You will learn about Perfume composition, have fun smelling and enter the very secretive world of Perfume Formulation. You will learn how to blend and balance scents, as well as the basics of perfume making techniques. All materials and tools will be provided, and the cost of materials is included in the workshop fee. This workshop is suitable for ages 14 and up. • Scholarships available • Military and sibling discounts Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

Enjoy an evening of music with legendary guitarist Albert Lee. Known for his fingerstyle and hybrid picking technique, Albert has not only worked with some of the biggest names in music such as Eric Clapton, Joe Cocker, Everly Brothers, and Emmylou Harris, he has maintained a prestigious solo career of his own. Spending over 50 years in the business, he is one of the most respected guitarists in the country-rock music scene. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

Learn to Carve a Decorative Spoon! Choose from: Feb 17 & 18 -or- March 16 & 17, from 9 – 11:30 a.m. both days In this 5-hour workshop, students will learn to carve a decorative spoon in basswood in the European carving tradition. Students will learn and apply the following skills that are needed to carve a simple decorative spoon: - Carving safety - Honing/sharpening - Tracing and transfer of the spoon layout to a piece of basswood - Hollowing out the spoon; carving the back; and removing thickness under the handle - Carving out the handle - Sanding the spoon and handle - Finish can be applied at home (instructor can offer shellac, which is non-toxic) - This class is designed for the beginner as well as more experienced carvers. - Different techniques and styles make it interesting for all skill levels. There is no prerequisite for this class. All of the necessary tools and materials will be available to students for this class. It is recommended that you bring your own safety gear (eye protection, hearing protection, dust mask, gloves). We have hearing and eye protection available if you do not have your own. • Scholarships available • Military and sibling discounts Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

Learn to Carve a Decorative Spoon! March 16 & 17, from 9 – 11:30 a.m. both days In this 5-hour workshop, students will learn to carve a decorative spoon in basswood in the European carving tradition. Students will learn and apply the following skills that are needed to carve a simple decorative spoon: - Carving safety - Honing/sharpening - Tracing and transfer of the spoon layout to a piece of basswood - Hollowing out the spoon; carving the back; and removing thickness under the handle - Carving out the handle - Sanding the spoon and handle - Finish can be applied at home (instructor can offer shellac, which is non-toxic) - This class is designed for the beginner as well as more experienced carvers. - Different techniques and styles make it interesting for all skill levels. There is no prerequisite for this class. All of the necessary tools and materials will be available to students for this class. It is recommended that you bring your own safety gear (eye protection, hearing protection, dust mask, gloves). We have hearing and eye protection available if you do not have your own. • Scholarships available • Military and sibling discounts Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X