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The album's namesake, Polari, is a set of a few hundred words and phrases that was adopted by gay men as a way of speaking in secret during periods of criminalization.

Since 1995, presidents have issued a series of proclamations celebrating Women's History in March. NPR readers share stories of the women who have made the biggest impacts on their lives.

At a historic Southern cemetery, a Mexican tradition has found a home.

Exploring versatile running stitches Learn the traditional arts of creative embellishing and mending! The technique of decorating a fabric surface with running stitches can be found in many cultures and in the scope of this class we’ll focus on 2 types of stitching: Sashiko, which means “little stabs” in Japanese, and kantha, which translates to rags in Sanskrit. This workshop will teach the primary function of sashiko and kantha stitching which was: to mend and reuse old treasured fabric, to gather layers of fabric which then provided warmth and insulation, and/or strengthen the fabric for heavy usage. However the decorative aspect of this timeless practice became just as important and valued, and its rich “vocabulary” translates into endless pattern. On the first class we will create a sampler. On the second class, students will bring a piece of fabric or clothing they want to mend or decorate. This class is appropriate for ages 12 years and older. If this class is full, join our Interest List If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List For more information visit: sandiegocraft.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Local author Rachael Cohen will host a succulent art workshop in celebration of her book, "Self-Care for Eco-Anxiety." Also, we discuss two upcoming film festivals. And we have your weekend arts preview.

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. For more information visit: artpower.ucsd.edu

A small town in Germany turns its town hall into the "world's largest" Advent calendar each December. It started as a way to boost businesses in the winter, but it's grown to mean much more.

EC Gallery, San Diego’s premier fine art gallery presents “STICKMAN: The High Notes.” Like a three-piece suit in a dive bar, rock and roll Artist STICKMAN’s work oozes swagger, and his energetic depiction of Iconic and thematic Rock ‘N Roll art is suffused with romanticism, opulence, and grit. STICKMAN’s globally renowned works stand out for their singularity and the idea or "mission" behind Stickman’s artwork is to create an artistic tribute to the music and musicians that have had tremendous impact on him and many others. STICKMAN will be making two in-person live appearances at the gallery on July 12 and 13 from 6-9 p.m.. All artwork is on exhibition & available for acquisition and appearances are complimentary & open to the public. For more information, please visit ecgallery.com or call the gallery at 800-599-7111. Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Over the past five years, Washington, D.C.'s iconic Black Lives Matter street painting has served as a powerful symbol of activism and a gathering place for joy and resistance.

Here are the top entries to the 2024 NPR Tiny Desk Contest from San Diego and Imperial County.