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Light sprinkles early Wednesday served as a preview of more widespread showers forecast to arrive by evening. Forecasters said the system will sweep through the region through Thursday morning, with scattered showers lingering into Friday and potentially into the weekend.

The era of generic coffee may be over, according to a coffee industry group. Now people are looking for an experience and this Carlsbad microroaster is delivering one.

Meet Vivi Anderson, a member of the Carlsbad Oceanside Art League, North Coastal Art Gallery. Vivi will share her passions, inspirations and world of talents from a book author to her art. It is always interesting to know what makes these artist tic and what keeps their clocks running. Vivi has been an artist for most of her life and loves to put beauty on canvas, with vibrant colors, to inspire everyone that sees her work. The ocean has been one of her most inspiring subjects to paint, as well as colorful flowers in open fields and neighborhood gardens. Having studied under various art instructors has helped her to develop her very own style to create a variety of artwork. Many of her paintings come from local beaches as well as the rugged coast of the Carmel area, including the Asilomar Coast. She studied for four years under Ron DiCianni, a very well-known artist. She learned to paint portraits under Ron because his philosophy is that “If you can paint faces, you can paint anything.” She enjoys painting people’s pets which gives her a freedom to enjoy a variety of subjects on which to apply her artwork.

The United States will launch an effort on Monday to "guide" stranded ships from the Iran-gripped Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump said, as two ships around the strait reported attacks.

Curated by artist Bryttney-Mischele, "The Way Roots Grow," is a multidisciplinary exhibition and poetry book release celebrating a decade of creative evolution—blending painting, poetry, and storytelling. Artworks in the exhibition trace the interconnected themes of identity, growth, community, and transformation through the lens of Black surreal expressionism. Artists in the exhibition: Daniela Loizart, Isabel Garcia, Brandon Flowers, Ashley Hawkins, Ami Young, Monét Nyre Performers: Euni and Aaron Gomes Reception, Friday March 13, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. RSVP https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-way-roots-grow-exhibition-tickets-1979828618694?aff=oddtdtcreator Poetry: Saturday March 14, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. / Artists panel: Saturday March 14, 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. Poet's and Storytellers: Claire Hsu Accomando, Diane Gustsfson, Soul Tree, So Wrote Nicholas RSVP https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-way-roots-grow-poetry-event-live-artist-performances-tickets-1981068319673?aff=oddtdtcreator Through the exhibition, curator Bryttney-Mischele explores artwork and poetry rooted in storytelling, reflection and community. Bryttney-Mischele on Instagram

A group of grandmothers in central Kenya have formed a soccer team to keep fit and to give hope to a generation of teenagers — whom they sometimes outrun on the field.

An NPR analysis shows how immigrants' attempts to live or work legally in the U.S. are caught in a bureaucratic morass.

Re-envisioning what pop can be in the 21st century, AJR unassumingly emerged as a ubiquitous hit-making outlier and one of the biggest indie bands in the world. Since 2012, the multi platinum indie pop trio—Adam [bass, vocals], Jack [vocals, guitar], and Ryan [ukulele, piano, vocals]—have generated billions of streams and earned one triple-platinum single, one double-platinum single, four platinum singles, and one platinum album. 2019’s "Neotheater" marked their biggest first-week debut, bowing at #8 on the Billboard Top 200, #1 on the Top Alternative Albums Chart, and #1 on the Top Rock Albums Chart. Cemented as part of the modern zeitgeist, Spotify touted “Sober Up” [feat. Rivers Cuomo] among the “Best Rock Songs of the 2010s," while Apple Music included “Weak” on its “Best Alt Songs of the 2010s.” Not to mention, they remain one of the “500 Most-Listened to Artists” on Spotify. On the heels of Neotheater, they dropped the 2020 platinum blockbuster “BANG!”, which cracked the Top 10 at three radio formats, peaking at No. 6 on the Top 40 chart, No. 2 on Alternative radio and No. 1 on Adult Pop and marked their first Top 10 entry on the Billboard Hot 100. Their latest album, "The Maybe Man" [AJR Productions/Republic Records], was released in 2023. The title character is “a big sad superhero who is always questioning who he is” – Like a giant out of your favorite fairy tale), emotion hangs over his head, so it doesn’t have to hang over yours. Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2026/ajr AJR on Instagram and Facebook

Join Museum educators for a special workshop inspired by the practice of sobremesa, cherished by artist Alfredo Castañeda. "Sobremesa" refers to the moments when a meal extends into lingering conversation, when guests talk, listen to music, and reflect on life and ideas. This workshop invites participants to gather in community, engage in both prompted and organic conversation, and take part in an art-making activity inspired by Castañeda’s work and practice. Poetry and storytelling, central to Castañeda’s sobremesas, will guide the flow of dialogue, sparking creativity and connection. The San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

GRAMMY Award winner Maren Morris has become one of the most dynamic and genre-defying voices of her generation. Since her breakout hit “My Church” earned her a GRAMMY and introduced her powerhouse vocals to the world, Morris has consistently blurred the lines between country, pop, and R&B. Multi-platinum smashes like “The Bones” and her global crossover hit “The Middle” with Zedd further cemented her as a fearless collaborator and chart-dominating force. Across her career, Morris has earned multiple CMA, ACM, and Billboard Music Awards nominations and wins, while building a reputation for sharp songwriting, emotional honesty, and boundary-pushing artistry. Her albums have debuted at the top of the Billboard Country charts, and her music has generated billions of streams worldwide. Whether headlining major tours or appearing at global festivals, Morris delivers performances that are equal parts powerhouse and deeply personal. With her fourth studio album, "Dreamsicle", Morris turns inward with radical vulnerability. Written during a period of seismic personal change, the record is a genre-fluid exploration of heartbreak, healing, and self-discovery. If there’s a unifying flavor, it’s bittersweet—tart and sweet, nostalgic yet fresh. Rather than dwelling in loss, "Dreamsicle" radiates warmth, wit, and hard-won optimism. The lead single, “Carry Me Through,” produced by Greg Kurstin, is a stripped-back ballad infused with gospel and soul influences, serving as both a quiet revelation and a reintroduction. Elsewhere, tracks like “Bed No Breakfast” showcase her humor and confidence, while songs such as “Holy Smoke” and “Cry in the Car” push her further into bold, synth-driven and string-laced sonic territory. Throughout "Dreamsicle", Morris embraces growth over regret. “It’s about remembering that it’s okay when things end,” she has shared—an ethos that pulses through the album’s reflective yet hopeful tone. The project captures an artist unafraid to evolve, experiment, and rebuild in real time. From arena anthems to intimate confessions, Maren Morris continues to redefine what a modern artist can be. With "Dreamsicle", she turns the page once again—lighter, wiser, and firmly in control of her narrative, proving that reinvention isn’t just possible, it’s powerful. Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2026/maren-morris Maren Morris on Instagram and Facebook