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Please join us for an online presentation about the state of the earth’s environment by NCCCA president Joe Houde. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvdO6uqTsrH9z71sDeUuGO5xJ962IqFSJI?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0enzCu8Jsx3XM8gcREwwFtXSSXDEuEH15jsT4YhFqzEUzkPnmBRfSOpCo_aem_G6qxNML8s8TZwPw7V26k8w#/registration This will be the first of a three-part series. In this first discussion we will explore recent global, nature-based, and alien “Planetary Boundaries” (PBs), with the focus on the relationship between these. Joe will also take us on a tour of global heating, ocean systems, and the ozone hole. There will be time allotted for Q&A. There is no charge for this online event, but you must register in advance. Once you do, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to join the meeting. This will also enable us to inform you if there are any last-minute announcements, instructions, or other information. Thank you. About our speaker: Joe has worked in over 50 countries teaching seminars and consulting with business and government leaders. He has led workshops at over a dozen universities in the US, UK, Australia, South Africa and the Middle East. He has decades of managerial business experience and has worked as a counselor for people with disabilities as well as with women and men affected by domestic violence. His educational background includes a Master of Science, Electronics Commerce; Bachelor’s in business administration from National University; and a Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute, Santa Barbara. Joe has had long-standing interest in the environment and in 2018 completed the Climate Reality training held in Los Angeles, California.

Stroll through the quaint neighborhood sampling delicacies from University Heights diverse restaurants and enjoy a free self guided tour of the arts. Free shuttle service Visit: 17th annual UH Arts OPEN & Taste of University Heights

Unleash your creativity in our “Sculpture: The Animal Figure” ceramics class! In this specialized workshop, you’ll learn to sculpt lifelike and imaginative animal figures using clay. You will explore techniques in shaping, detailing, and texturing to bring your favorite creatures to life. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced sculptor, this class offers a fun and engaging way to develop your skills and create a unique piece of art! *No class Monday, February 10. All students receive one month of FREE MEMBERSHIP at the ICA ceramics studio following the conclusion of the course. Visit: Ceramics Sculpture: The Animal Figure (6 weeks) ICA San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Join KPBS Kids in celebrating National City's 16th Annual A Kimball Holiday, with special guest Molly of Denali! Join KPBS Kids and A Reason To Survive (ARTS) at A Kimball Holiday 2024 to explore art, make wintry crafts, and enjoy a special meet and greet* with PBS Kids' beloved character, Molly of Denali (3 p.m. - 7 p.m.)! Pick up a KPBS Kids ticket at one of the event information booths for a free goodie bag and chance to win a special prize pack. This event is free! *Photo opportunity with the costume character is subject to availability and weather permitting. This project is a partnership between KPBS and A Reason To Survive (ARTS), made possible with funding from the Linden Root Dickinson Foundation.

The ruling opens a potential pathway for AI companies to train large language models on copyrighted works without authors' consent — but only if copies of the works were obtained legally.

Looking for kid-friendly arts and culture events in San Diego this fall? Here are KPBS' top five picks.

It was a dramatic increase in cannabis use among seniors 65 and older, from 0.4% in 2005 to 7.4% in 2023.

Jeff Berkley and John Katchur share a long history at the forefront of the local singer-songwriter brigade, and both continue to put out vibrant new tunes, showcasing masterful songwriting, superb guitar playing, and a deep audience connection. John Katchur, winner of the San Diego Music Award for Best Acoustic Performer, has performed as opening act for such legendary artists as Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, Steven Stills, Don McLean, Arlo Guthrie, and many others. As a performer, John has a strong reputation for impeccable and captivating delivery. The San Diego Troubadour magazine says, “John Katchur plays guitar with equal measures of grace, complexity, and fearless confidence with an unbelievably effortless, sonorous, aching voice.” Jeff Berkley is a native San Diego songwriter, musician, and producer who has left an indelible mark on the music world. Known for his soulful songwriting, masterful guitar work, and visionary production, he has collaborated with some of the industry’s most revered artists, including Jackson Browne, David Crosby, Jim Messina, Ben Harper, Indigo Girls, Bruce Cockburn, Bob Weir, Tim Flannery, Steve Poltz, Arlo Guthrie, Pete Seeger, and many more. Visit: Jeff Berkley and John Katchur Jeff Berkley on Instagram and Facebook John Katchur on Instagram

Premieres Friday, April 25, 2025 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app. Celebrate International Jazz Day with host Jeremy Irons in a concert featuring Herbie Hancock, Dee Dee Bridgewater and more. Enjoy powerful jazz, blues, and Afrobeat collaborations, plus timeless classics, in this unforgettable musical event.

Gov. Gavin Newsom backed off some of his proposed cuts to health care programs in a state budget deal he reached with legislative leaders late Tuesday, but California will move forward with his plan to limit services to undocumented immigrants as the state faces a growing deficit.