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From the KPBS arts newsletter: The San Diego Asian Film Festival celebrates 25 years this year, and in addition to an excellent lineup of films, there are several free programs. With "Free Films at 4," any weekday 4 p.m. screening is free (these are all shorts programs). The high school program, Reel Voices, also holds a free screening Nov. 10. Plus, all high school-aged youth and younger are free for all screenings, if tickets are still available at the door. The festival runs Nov. 7-16 at Regal Edwards Mira Mesa, San Diego Natural History Museum and MOPA@SDMA. $12-$215. —Julia Dixon Evans from the organizers: The San Diego Asian Film Festival (SDAFF) is San Diego’s premier film showcase of Asian American and international cinema. Founded in 2000, the festival has grown to become the largest exhibition of Asian cinema in the western United States, and has showcased everything from future classics like Bong Joon-ho’s Memories of Murder (US Premiere) to luminary independent work like Patrick Wang’s award-winning In the Family (North American Premiere). Each year, the festival brings West Coast, North American, and World premieres of films from around the world to San Diego and gives audiences unique opportunities to discover international cinema. This year, the 25th edition of SDAFF will showcase 170+ films from 35+ countries, in 35+ languages from November 7-16, 2024. More information: View the schedule here View the films and trailers by section here View the special event listings here

San Diego Food + Wine Festival invites you to join Chef Mario Cassineri, the acclaimed maestro of Michelin-awarded Ciccia Osteria, for an immersive pasta-making class that promises to elevate your culinary skills to new heights! Step into the world of Italian cuisine as Chef Mario guides you through the art of crafting homemade pasta from scratch. Discover the secrets behind making perfect pasta dough, mastering techniques for shaping various types such as fettuccine, ravioli, or tortellini. Learn Chef Mario’s secrets for selecting the best ingredients and balancing flavors to create mouthwatering sauces that enhance your handmade pasta. Whether you’re a beginner or a pasta enthusiast, this culinary experience promises to elevate your skills and bring authentic Italian flavors into your kitchen. This hands-on pasta-making class taught by an incredible chef with a Michelin nod will dive into the art of kneading, rolling, and shaping dough into various pasta shapes. Enjoy a cozy ambiance and immerse yourself in Italian culinary traditions. The class wraps with a sampling of the freshly made cuisine! Visit: San Diego Food + Wine Festival presents Love Thy Neighbor(hood): Bib Gourmand Pasta Making Class at Ciccia Osterria SD Food and Wine Festival on Instagram and Facebook

This weekend enjoy art, dance, cocktails and live music at Tiki Oasis.

This free educator training organized by Outside the Lens is part of a series of fall workshops for teachers with a focus on Arts Integration in K-12 schools. The September 25 session connects Social Science and Media Arts and covers the essential question: How can photography be used to capture and communicate the essence of daily life in a way that helps future generations understand our present? Participants will utilize photography to investigate historical documentation and to connect with their present-day experiences. Are you an educator seeking innovative ways to engage your students and integrate media arts into your classroom? Our hands-on, two-hour participatory workshops are designed to provide elementary educators with the tools and strategies you need to seamlessly integrate media arts into your core curriculum (English Language Arts, Math, Social Science and Math). Note: If you do not have cameras at your site, it is okay! Students can use any device with a camera such as a Chromebook, tablet, or phone to take pictures. Reserve your spot today! Outside the Lens on Facebook / Instagram

Election Day is coming up and on Monday's Midday Edition show we're tackling the elephant in the room.

This year, San Diego will hold several events and festivities to commemorate the Day of the Dead.

Dream Catcher – NM🌅🎨 **Join us for a Paint and Sip at Nova Easy Kombucha!** 🎨🌅 Get ready to unleash your creativity and enjoy a relaxing evening with us in Ocean Beach! This November, we’re painting a vibrant sunset paired with a beautiful **Dream Catcher** blowing in the sea breeze. 🌊✨This art piece will be led by local artists on a 12×16 canvas, which is a nice size to display at home! Please bring your friends, sip on some delicious kombucha, and let’s create art together! No experience is necessary – just come ready to have fun! 🥳💕 Nestled in the main street of Ocean Beach, Nova Kombucha offers a different vibe than your average restaurant and bar. Their colorful and vibrant atmosphere, with many beautiful murals along the walls. Nova serves kombucha, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. They have flavors such as Pina-Colada, Mint-Watermelon, Peachy Lychee and more! (Click HERE to check out their menu). We welcome painters 13 and up. This venue does not have a food menu, we allow painters to bring their food. They do not have a parking lot, so we advise you to arrive 15 minutes early to find parking. We will see you there! We encourage artistic freedom! You can alter the painting to fit your style and use any of our colors. Things to know: We require a 48-hour notice for cancellations/rescheduling. Refunds must be requested within 3 days of purchase. After 3 days a credit will be given. Check-in begins 15 minutes before the event start time. Give yourself time to park to avoid arriving late. No outside food or drink is allowed. They are available for purchase. Wine is not included in your ticket purchase. If you have any questions about the event, feel free to contact customer service. COVID Safety For the Safety of our Guests, Venues & Instructors we make sure to sanitize and clean all supplies before every event. If you have a fever or do not feel well, please stay home. The 48-hour cancellation policy will still be in effect if you need to cancel due to illness. Visit: https://paintingandvino.com/event/dream-catcher-paint-and-sip/?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Nova Easy Kombucha on Instagram and Facebook

The 2025 Oscars start at 7 p.m. EST, 4 p.m. PST Sunday on ABC and Hulu. Conan O'Brien is hosting the show.

Get ready to engage your artistic imagination! Young artists can choose from a variety of art supplies like tissue paper, sequins, pompoms, markers, and more, to create whatever their hearts desire. Seating inside the room is limited; please register to guarantee your child a spot. Visit sandiego.librarymarket.com to register and for more information. Audience: Recommended for ages 4 and up. Location: Homeschool Resource Center

“Art is a mirror held up to the society which birthed it, a whisper from long ago history. It is a code message sent to a timeless future: this is who we were; what we believed; what we valued.” — Linda Blair This lecture will be a meditation on Jan Vermeer, an artist celebrated in literature and movies today, but after his death, forgotten until the 1850s, when a French art critic stumbled upon a masterpiece (View of Delft) by a mysterious artist he thought might be named Meer and devoted the rest of his life to searching out more “Meers.” Today, of course, Vermeer’s crystalline cubes of light-filled space, masterful reflections, and enigmatic, contemplative women make him one of the most revered painters in art history. About Linda Blair: Linda Blair has taught art history for many years, at the La Jolla Athenaeum and UC San Diego Osher; she was a docent at The Cloisters. She holds a BA from Mills College and an MA from USD. She is an active volunteer at UC San Diego, dedicated to raising scholarship funds. Tickets: $16/21 The lecture will be in person at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library. There are no physical tickets for this event. Your name will be on an attendee list at the front door. Doors open at 7 p.m. Seating is first-come; first-served. This event will be presented in compliance with State of California and County of San Diego health regulations as applicable at the time of the lecture.