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At CinemaCon, a yearly convention for movie theater industry leaders, cinema owners say they're experimenting with events to bring in customers.

The fires have forced mass evacuations. Firefighters are struggling to control a patchwork of deadly blazes that have killed at least 10 people and leveled entire communities.

The artists of Spanish Village Art Center invite you to enjoy a day of art in their working artist studios and colorful courtyard in Balboa Park. These working art studios enable visitors to meet artists, see demonstrations, collect one-of-a-kind creations, and enjoy the unique atmosphere. Visit their 36 working artist studios, galleries and art guilds who host over 200 local juried artists. Watch for special events, classes, workshops and summer camps. Open daily from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Visit: https://svac.villageartsandeducation.com/ Facebook / Instagram

Welcome to Shop The B.L.A.C SD (Black Arts & Culture District San Diego) event happening on Sunday, July 21 2024 at The Mental Bar- Coffee, Tea & Wellness! Join us for a day filled with celebration and appreciation of Black arts and culture. Browse through a variety of unique artworks, crafts, clothing, and more. Immerse yourself in the rich history and creativity of the Black community in San Diego. Don't miss out on this opportunity to support and connect with local Black businesses and artists. See you there! Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shop-the-blac-sd-black-arts-culture-district-san-diego-tickets-933987851807?aff=oddtdtcreator

SummerSplash is curated by Makeda “Dread” Cheatom, executive director and founder of the WorldBeat Cultural Center. Makeda has produced programs and presented artists from wide cultural genres at the cultural center and beyond. She’s the founder of her own radio show, Reggae Makossa, broadcast on Fusion Radio 102.5 FM and produces her own television show WorldBeat Live, which is broadcast on numerous community television networks throughout the county. Makeda “Dread” Cheatom is dedicated, committed and determined to raise world consciousness through music, dance, and the arts. She promotes unity in diversity while teaching world peace. Presented by WorldBeat Cultural Center and ArtPower Visit: Reggae SummerSplash Festival ArtPower at UC San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Join in the fun by designing and building a scarecrow to exhibit in the Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch. Keep the lost art of scarecrow making alive! Your scarecrow will be on display in the Pumpkin Patch through October. Individuals, groups and clubs are invited to enter; each entry will receive a free jack-o-lantern pumpkin and certificate of participation. All winning scarecrows become the property of Bates Nut Farm and will be added to our famous scarecrow collection. Bring your scarecrow and completed registration form to the pumpkin patch from 1-5 pm on Friday, October 11th or before 10 am on Saturday, October 12th. Cash prizes and gift certificates will be awarded to the top entries in each category. All of the Pumpkin Patch festivities will continue throughout the weekend including the tractor hayrides, straw maze and food. Visit: https://batesnutfarm.biz/ce-13095-33rd-annual-scarecrow-contest.html Bates Nut Farm on Facebook / Instagram

Miss Piggy, the 250-plus pound Vietnamese Pot-bellied pig removed from a house in the Grant Hill neighborhood is "doing OK," but severely overweight and has an underlying arthritis condition.

For twenty years, Words Alive has welcomed literary legends for our signature Author Talk & Fundraising event. This year, we are excited to welcome best-selling author Paula Hawkins, known for "The Girl on the Train," to discuss her latest novel, "The Blue Hour." Moderating the discussion with Paula will be KPBS's Julia Dixon Evans, a seasoned journalist with extensive experience covering San Diego's vibrant arts scene. VIP ($230) - 4:30 p.m. - Enjoy early entry, passed hors d'oeuvres, champagne, dinner, and an exclusive social hour. You will also have access to preferred seating for the 7 p.m. interview with Paula Hawkins and receive a signed copy of her new book, "The Blue Hour." General Entry ($150) - 5:30 p.m. - Includes dinner, drinks, and ample opportunities to socialize. Attend the 7 p.m. interview with Paula Hawkins and receive a signed copy of her new book, "The Blue Hour." Author Talk & Signed Book ($45) - 6:30 p.m. - Entry after dinner, with drinks available for purchase. Attend the 7 p.m. interview with Paula Hawkins and receive a signed copy of her new book, "The Blue Hour." Author Talk Only ($25) - 6:30 p.m. - Entry after dinner, with drinks available for purchase. Attend the 7 p.m. interview with Paula Hawkins and receive a signed copy of her new book, Entry after dinner, with drinks available for purchase. Attend the interview with Paula Hawkins (book not included). Limited tickets available. Sponsor a General Entry Ticket for a Dedicated Volunteer ($150) - 5:30 p.m. - Includes dinner, drinks, and ample opportunities to socialize. Attend the 7 p.m. interview with Paula Hawkins and receive a signed copy of her new book, "The Blue Hour." Words Alive on Facebook / Instagram

Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025 at 3 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS app. In Casas Grandes, Pati rides in style with local art curator Mayte Lujan in her 1960s Cadillac. Mayte owns a bed and breakfast, Las Guacamayas, where she invites Pati into the kitchen to make chile con queso in impossibly soft flour tortillas. Later, Pati learns about another tasty export from Chihuahua, pecans, at Gustavo Vazquez's farm, where his family has been growing them for generations.

The Inclement Weather Shelter Program is activated when the temperature dips below 50 degrees and there is at least a 40% chance of rain.