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Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 2 p.m. on KPBS 2 / No longer available in the PBS App. Charles Perrault's 1698 fairy tale, the classic telling of the Cinderella story, is an excellent source for an opera-providing color, romance, and relatable themes for audiences of all ages. The work includes many moments in which Massenet is at his best and most widely accessible, from the pageantry and glowing musical nostalgia for the French baroque in the court scenes to the otherworldliness of the love music to the wit and humor that permeate the work as a whole.

Free family-friendly event, live music, candy, games, bounce house, face painting, pumpkin decorating, bike parade, raffle prizes and more! Bring non-perishable food (not expired or damaged) donation for Ocean Beach food drive and receive a free raffle ticket. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X/Twitter

Disney and a board appointed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis have settled lawsuits over who controls development in the 40-square-mile district that's home to its Orlando theme parks.

Embark on a musical odyssey of "New Beginnings" with the La Jolla Symphony & Chorus under the brilliant guidance of newly-appointed Music Director and Orchestra Conductor Sameer Patel. Join us at Mandeville Auditorium on December 9-10, 2023, as we explore the mesmerizing compositions of Gabriela Ortiz, the divine beauty of Stravinsky's Symphony of Psalms, the ethereal landscapes of Kaija Saariaho's Ciel d’hiver, and the majestic grandeur of Sibelius's Symphony no. 3. Prepare to be enchanted, uplifted, and transported by this remarkable symphonic journey that ushers in new horizons and boundless possibilities. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X/Twitter

Journey through the dimensions of "Time Present and Time Past" with the La Jolla Symphony, guided by the artistic direction of our Music Director and Orchestra Conductor, Sameer Patel. Join us on June 8-9, 2024, at Mandeville Auditorium for an evening of timeless masterworks. Experience the enchanting world of Ravel's Ma Mère l’Oye. Immerse yourself in the childlike storytelling as the melodies weave a tapestry of imagination and nostalgia. Delve into the contemporary brilliance of John Adams's Harmonielehre, a sonic exploration that juxtaposes the echoes of history with the innovations of today. Adams's composition captures the essence of evolution, inviting us to reflect on the ever-changing currents of time. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X/Twitter

Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the second Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10:00 a.m. Modeled after a famous garden in Seville, Spain, Balboa Park’s historic Alcazar Garden features regularly changing floral displays, colorful tile work, box hedged walkways, a pergola, and two fountains. The entire garden is nicely shaded by a variety of trees from around the world, including the massive fig tree towering over one of the most photographed areas in the park. Stay Connected on Social Media Facebook + Twitter + Instagram

In San Diego County, the median price for a single-family home was $1.04 million in April — a 2.7 % increase from $1.02 million in March and a 12.6% rise from $930,000 in 2023.

Despite fears of a police crackdown, Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's funeral in southeast Moscow went on peacefully, two weeks after his mysterious death in an Arctic penal colony.

Friday, Feb. 9, 2024 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2 / PBS App + Encore Monday, Feb. 12, 2024 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV. Enjoy a concert celebration honoring the legacy of Gospel music in America. As a companion to GOSPEL, hosted by Henry Louis Gates, Jr., secular and gospel artists sing their favorite gospel classics.

The international food charity announced it was pausing aid operations after it said an Israeli airstrike killed seven of its workers in Gaza.