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Much of San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria’s shelter achievements are propped up on short-term deals that are set to expire.

He wants to give hope to the tens of thousands of Ukrainians who have lost limbs since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

"Picturing Health" curated by Elizabeth Rooklidge features works by Philip Brun Del Re, Maria Mathioudakis, Bhavna Mehta, Tatiana Ortiz-Rubio, Elizabeth Rooklidge, and Akiko Surai Exhibition runs: Saturday, Nov. 9 - Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024 Gallery hours (during exhibitions): 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. About the exhibition: From the KPBS Fall Arts Guide: Curated by Elizabeth Rooklidge, a curator, professor, artist and scholar on disability in art, this exhibition at Best Practice (inside Bread and Salt) includes work by local artists Philip Brun Del Re, Maria Mathioudakis, Bhavna Mehta, Tatiana Ortiz-Rubio, Rooklidge, Akiko Surai and Christina Valenzuela. Many of these artists comprise the advisory committee for the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego's "For Dear Life" exhibition (a major historical survey of disability in art) — and it's significant that these living, local artists also have a space and exhibition to showcase their own work on disability, illness and impairment. Each artist brings a unique approach and style, and many will be familiar to San Diego visual art audiences. Brun Del Re's text-based work is accessible, disruptive and delightful; Mathioudakis' sculpture is profound and simultaneously beautiful and disturbing; Mehta's papercut and embroidery works are stunning both in scale and detail; Ortiz-Rubio's murals and large-scale works often play with concepts of physics, memory and time; Rooklidge's recent series, "Sick Women," collects and collages stills of women in their sick beds in modern cinema; and Surai's work draws on a variety of mediums like embroidery, collage, photography, drawing, found objects and poetry to insightfully comment on highly researched concepts like memory, neurology and more. —Julia Dixon Evans, KPBS Related links: Best Practice website | Instagram

Next-door neighbors lost their near-identical homes in a California wildfire, but how they are navigating rebuilding is a story of contrasting fortunes and unequal recovery, a stark reflection of the nation’s growing home insurance crisis.

Saddle up for a good time! The Ivey Ranch Park Association, a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with and without disabilities through care, education and equine-assisted services, is thrilled to invite you to its The Annual Ivey Ranch Park Western Hoedown! Join us on Saturday, October 12 from 3 pm to 7 p.m., for a lively fundraising celebration packed with entertainment, a silent auction, mouthwatering food, and more – all to benefit the children and programs supported by Ivey Ranch Park. The evening will feature horse-riding demonstrations, hayrides, country tunes, and savory bites from Outback Steakhouse. Kids will have a blast at the Kid’s Corral, and guests can enjoy an ROTC flag demonstration that kicks the event off. Guests can help support the association by participating in the raffles and bidding on over 100 silent auction items, including weekend get-aways, theme parks, sporting events, concerts, fine dining, art and more. The 14th Annual Ivey Ranch Park Western Hoedown will take place at 110 Rancho del Oro Dr., Oceanside, CA 92057. Tickets are $75 through October 11 and $95 at the door. VIP Tickets are $125 through October 11 and $145 on the day of the event and will include reserved seating in the VIP Lounge, table service, hors d’oeuvres, raffle tickets, the steakhouse dinner, beer and wine. Tickets can be purchases here and sponsorship opportunities can be found here. “We are beyond excited to welcome everyone to the 14th Annual Ivey Ranch Park Western Hoedown – it’s sure to be a hoot whether you’re a first-time visitor or have been a longtime volunteer,” exclaimed Tonya Danielly, the Executive Director of the Ivey Ranch Park Association. “This year, our goal is to raise $200,000 to expand our many programs and finally get families off of our waiting list. It’s heartbreaking to turn families away when they need help immediately. From children to seniors, people rely on our services, and we hope reaching our goal will allow us to support even more individuals in need.” For over 40 years, the Ivey Ranch Park Association has been a beacon of support for hundreds of individuals, both disabled and able-bodied, throughout San Diego County. Among their most impactful programs are the equine services, offering participants the mental, physical and emotional benefits of horseback riding through activities like therapeutic riding, vaulting and Horses for Heroes, a program supporting the well-being of veterans. Beyond equine therapy, the association provides before and after-school care tailored to meet the needs of all children, as well as an adult day program focused on functional skills training, vocational development and leisure activities. They also offer in-home respite care, giving family caregivers much-needed relief. Funds raised at the Hoedown will play a crucial role in expanding these essential services and reaching more families in need. With many families waiting over a year for support, the association is eager to eliminate the waiting list and provide immediate assistance to those who need it the most. These programs are life-changing for both children and adults, and every dollar raised brings Ivey Ranch Park closer to ensuring that no family has to wait for the care and resources they deserve. Facebook / Instagram

“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.

Changes to hiring and retention practices grew the department by 19,000 people in four years. But former officials warn that's still not enough for Trump's ambitious policy goals.

In celebration of what would have been Martin Luther King Jr.'s 96th birthday, pianist Lara Downes examines how musicians have followed in his footsteps, and faced the cost of taking a stand.

One of President Trump's first executive orders impacts transgender inmates incarcerated in federal facilities. It's just one in a series of actions signed by Trump that target the trans community.

26 participating venues throughout Mission Hills! ABOUT: Experience an evening of palate pleasing tastes in Mission Hills, one of San Diego’s premiere dining destinations. Whether you are a foodie, a culinary adventurer, are curious about the Mission Hills food scene, or happen to be a longtime Mission Hills aficionado, our Restaurant Owners, Chefs, Cheese Mongers, Baristas, Bakers, and Gelato Makers will create preparations sure to captivate your taste buds. From international to local, twenty-six (26) participating purveyors of delicious tastes, including long established and two very new arrivals in Mission Hills, will be featured at the 12th Annual Taste of Mission Hills happening on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. And, included in the price of each TASTE ticket is trolley transportation to within steps of each participating venue. The more than 5-mile TASTE route includes TASTE locations on West Lewis Street, Fort Stockton Drive, Goldfinch Street, West Washington Street, Reynard Way and India Street, and promises the 12th Annual Taste of Mission Hills will be the TASTE to remember in 2024! Taste of Mission Hills is hosted by the Mission Hills Business Improvement District and it is the annual fundraiser for this non-profit organization, whose year-round efforts enhance the vibrancy of this neighborhood. Public event funding from the State of California and the City of San Diego supports our efforts. This year’s Title Sponsor is US Bank, Mission Hills branch whose generous donation supports the growth of the event and helps keep ticket prices low. TICKET INFORMATION: In addition to purchasing online, you may purchase tickets in-person in Mission Hills (Cash or Credit* accepted) at one of the following locations: - US Bank, 610 West Washington Street - All American Tailor, 325 West Washington Street - The Keratin Shop, 902 West University Avenue Only 600 tickets will be sold. Purchasing in advance at one of the above locations will allow ticket holders to avoid picking up tickets at WILL CALL on the date of the event. *Tickets purchased with a credit card will include a small processing fee. WILL CALL: Will Call takes place at Lazy Acres Natural Market, 422 West Washington Street San Diego, CA 92103. Tasters who purchase online tickets MUST present proof of purchase at WILL CALL on the date of the event, between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m., to pick up their physical ticket. If you purchase your ticket in-person at one of the locations listed above, you will be provided your ticket(s) at the point of sale and do not need to go to WILL CALL. **Please Note: WILL CALL will close promptly at 6 p.m. to allow volunteers time to enjoy the evening’s Taste event. Lazy Acres Natural Market has asked us to remind tasters that the parking lot is ONLY for use by those who are shopping at the market. FREE TROLLEY SERVICE Tickets to the 12th Annual Taste of Mission Hills include FREE Old Town Trolley shuttle transportation within steps of all participating taste venues on West Lewis Street, Ft. Stockton Drive, Goldfinch Street, West Washington Street, Reynard Way and India Street. The trolley will provide a continuous loop beginning at 5 p.m. and running until 9 p.m. 2024 PARTICIPATING VENUES: Bar by Red Door Burger Deck Cake Cardellino Communion Mission Hills El Indio Falcon Liquor Farmer's Bottega Fiori’s Pizza Fort Oak Gelato Vero Caffé Grab & Go Subs Harley Gray Kitchen & Bar Hills Wine & Spirits Karina’s Ceviches & More Kettle & Stone La Puerta Lazy Acres Natural Market Lefty’s Chicago Pizzeria Lewis + Fay Paradis Pizza e Birra Rubicon Deli Saffron Thai Sushi Deli 1 Venissimo Cheese Visit: https://missionhillsbid.com/taste/