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Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV. Uncover the groundbreaking science being used by computer scientist Brent Seales as he attempts to be the first person in nearly 2,000 years to read inside hundreds of carbonized ancient scrolls found at the archaeological site of Herculaneum in Italy.

Oolong Gallery is happy to invite you to the upcoming show Chiffonnier / Ragpicker — an exhibition in dialogue between two Dutch artists: Bert Frings (Rotterdam, NL) and Bas Louter (Los Angeles, CA). The title cites French artist Edouard Manet’s painting The Ragpicker (1865-1870). The traditional chiffonnier makes a living by picking up and selling rags and junk. Bert and Bas produce art by reusing objects and images for practical or aesthetic purposes and so prolonging their usefulness. Bas Louter and Bert Frings met in Utrecht, Netherlands in 1997, and their ongoing dialogue now continues on view at Oolong Gallery. The exhibition will be about their favorite Dutch artist René Daniëls, the influence of moving to the colossal hybrid city LA and of classical vanitas — still life paintings of the late Middle Ages and Renaissance. The following interview between the two artists delves deeper into their practice. Stay Connected with Oolong Gallery: Facebook + Twitter

From California to North Carolina, students staged chants and walkouts over the weekend in protest of Israel's ongoing military offensive in Gaza.

Monday, Oct. 14, 2024 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app + Encore Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. on KPBS 2. Which dazzling Denver treasures have soared since 2008? Finds include a Harry Bertoia Sonambient sculpture, a Civil War Colonel uniform group, ca. 1863, and an old mine cut diamond ring & Flato watches. One is now $200,000 to $250,000!

From the La Jolla Music Society: Mexican-born songstress Magos Herrera and the omnivorous string quartet Brooklyn Rider join forces for an unforgettable musical journey, reinterpreting classics of the era from Mexico, Cuba, Peru, Chile, Brazil, Argentina, and Spain, and celebrating such luminaries as Octavio Paz, Federico García Lorca, and Rubén Darío. In society, poets and songwriters play the essential role of dreamers, opening up avenues of hope for others. Despite the oppressive regimes which prevailed throughout much of Latin America and Spain in the twentieth century, what persevered from the dreamers was an unending love for beauty and humanity. Magos Herrera is regarded as one of the most expressive, beautiful voices and most active vocalists in the contemporary Latin American jazz scene. She is best known for her eloquent vocal improvisation and bold style that elegantly blends and surpasses language boundaries. 2023 GRAMMY Nominees for Best Classical Solo Vocal Album: “Stranger — Works For Tenor” by Nico Muhly, with Nicholas Phan, soloist, and Eric Jacobson; Brooklyn Rider & The Knights; and Reginald Mobley Learn more here.

All are invited to attend the Suraj Israni Memorial Lecture featuring Oscar-nominated filmmaker Sara Dosa on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. on the UC San Diego campus. At this event, meet nonfiction filmmaker Sara Dosa, the director of Academy Award nominated film "Fire of Love," which premiered at Sundance 2022, was acquired by National Geographic Films and nominated for over 40 awards worldwide. The lecture will take place in the Mosaic Building, auditorium #113, located in Sixth College within the North Torrey Pines Living and Learning Neighborhood. The event is free and open to all, and attendees are encouraged to RSVP About the Event Hosts | The Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts developed with a gift from the Israni Family in honor of their late son Suraj. An aspiring filmmaker, Suraj understood the way film has the capacity to inspire social change. After his passing, his family is ensuring their son’s legacy will be carried forward with an endowment commitment that established the Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts at UC San Diego, within the School of Arts and Humanities. The Center promotes research, scholarship, teaching, production, and exhibition of film and moving-image arts, providing access and opportunity for UC San Diego students and scholars to pursue their passion in cinematics arts.

Not everyone who was part of rap's ascent gets included in its story. MC Sha-Rock, of the original Funky 4 and the Funky 4 + 1, reaffirms her role in hip-hop's formative years as the first woman MC.

The Lullabar, a wellness cafe for moms and caregivers, is set to open its doors on June 19 at The Beacon La Costa. The cafe aims to provide a space for mothers and caregivers to connect with others while taking part in self-care services while little ones are safely entertained in the play gym. At The Lullabar, moms and caregivers can meet with friends for coffee or matcha, or use the cafe as a workspace. The cafe will also offer a range of self-care services, such as mani/pedis and meditation classes. In addition to these services, The Lullabar will provide a variety of motherhood workshops. Self-care workshops (from $30 to $60) will cover topics from breastfeeding to CPR, postpartum mental health, parenting for picky eating, and fostering speech and language development. The cafe's founders understand that motherhood can be challenging and hope to provide a supportive space for mothers to connect and learn from each other. The grand opening of The Lullabar promises to be an exciting event, with an array of healthy food and drink options available. Attendees can also explore the space and learn about the different services and workshops that will be offered. The Lullabar is an excellent addition to the Carlsbad community, providing a much-needed space for moms and caregivers to prioritize their self-care and connect with others who are on a similar journey.

Legendary music icons, Three Dog Night, celebrating nearly 5 decades, claims some of the most astonishing statistics in popular music. In the years 1969 through 1974 Three Dog Night hits wind through the fabric of pop culture today, whether on the radio where they are heard day in and day out, in TV commercials or in major motion pictures -- songs like “Mama Told Me (Not To Come)”, “Joy to the World”, “Black and White”, “Shambala” and “One” serve to heighten our emotions and crystallize Three Dog Night’s continuing popularity. For more information visit: humphreysconcerts.com Stay Connected on Facebook

Join Food Network Chef Lauren Lawless for her Cookbook Carnival and Beer Bash in January! The carnival-themed event is a celebration of the release of her new cookbook, “Flawless Cuisine: Inspiring the World One Plate at a Time” and the unveiling of a brand new beer from her brand, Flawless Beer, Co. A night of fun that will include: • Book signings • Live entertainment • Free food + first drink Details and venue will be sent to the first 100 RSVPs. Lock in your spot before they’re gone for a night of fantasy and fun in the heart of San Diego!