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Premieres Monday, Aug. 3, 2026 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+. Director Karla Murthy weaves together home videos and recorded phone conversations from when her father worked at a gas station in Texas, tracing his incredible journey to America and the challenges of making a living.

The International Criminal Court voted to remove the global tribunal's chief prosecutor on Friday, nearly two years after sexual misconduct allegations against him first emerged, the court's oversight body announced.

From May 13–16, 36 accordionists from across the United States will gather in San Diego for a 4-day collaborative music event culminating in a public performance on Saturday, May 16 at 2 p.m. at the Ronald Reagan Community Center in El Cajon. The final concert, the San Diego Accordion Extravaganza, features a large ensemble of musicians who have rehearsed virtually for six months before coming together in person. The program includes music from film and swing classics as well as orchestral works, aiming to challenge perceptions of the accordion in modern music. International touring duo Squeeze Play (Kim and Dan Christian) will headline the event. “This is the accordion unleashed—explosive, virtuosic, and powerful enough to sound like a full orchestra and a swinging big band.”

Premieres Monday, Aug. 3, 2026 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV + Encore Wednesday, Aug. 26 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2 (Not available on KPBS+). Set in a Silicon Valley “hacker house,” this film explores how innovative and disruptive ideas are incubated, nurtured and all too often shattered. The film follows three immigrant entrepreneurs trying to make their high-tech dreams come true.

Set within a restored 1870s-era landmark, the Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant Mother's Day Brunch blends heritage architecture, garden courtyard dining, and a menu designed to elevate the traditional holiday buffet into a full culinary event. This year’s Mother’s Day Brunch features a prime rib carving station with au jus, creamed horseradish, and caramelized onions, alongside a broad selection of elevated brunch and entrée offerings. Highlights include peel-and-eat shrimp, seasonal seared catch of the day with yellow pepper coulis, herb grilled chicken with artichoke cream sauce, and classic brunch staples such as eggs benedict, Belgian waffles with fresh berries, and a made-to-order omelet station. The experience is further elevated by an unlimited complimentary mimosa bar for all adult guests, offering a festive, build-your-own element that enhances both value and celebration. Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate Mother's Day in Carlsbad with our annual lavish brunch at 20|TWENTY, where indulgence meets intention. A brunch buffet unfolds with chef-driven dishes, seafood, carving selections, and artfully composed desserts, complemented by free flowing "Mom-mosas" and a curated cocktail offering. The experience continues alfresco on our sun-soaked patio, where the day lingers with celebratory touches throughout to honor Mom. Facebook / Instagram

Join us for the reception to mix and mingle with the artists. The show reflects the culmination of each artist’s journey—shaped by exploration, experimentation, and years of practice at SDSU. See thesis presentations from five MFA students working across disciplines, including ceramics, graphic design, jewelry and metalwork, and painting and printmaking. Artists: Carolina Danu, Benjamin Darby, Sarah Garcia, Maryam Kashani, Soori McEachern

Come and celebrate the rich flavors and traditions of Lebanon at the San Diego Lebanese Festival, hosted by St. Ephrem Maronite Catholic Church in El Cajon. Enjoy authentic Lebanese cuisine, delicious desserts, folkloric dancing, evening live music, a beer and wine garden, hookah, a kids’ fun zone, and a vibrant marketplace filled with unique vendors and cultural treasures. This family-friendly festival brings the spirit of Lebanon to San Diego with unforgettable food, entertainment, and community celebration. Whether you’re coming for the savory dishes, the sweet treats, the lively music, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. St. Ephrem Lebanese Festival on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate Mother's Day at SONO, the recently opened modern Italian restaurant in North Park. Co-owner and executive chef Nino Cusimano has crafted a “Buonna Festa Della Mamma” $60 per person prix-fixe menu featuring antipasti, house-made pasta secondi, and dolci. Starters include Frittura Mista with fried calamari and truffle mayo, Crostini di Mortadella with whipped cacio e pepe ricotta and hot honey, and a classic Cesare salad. Pasta courses feature Casarecce al Pistacchio with porcini and cream, Pappardelle al Tartufo e Brasato with shredded short rib and truffle cream, and Spaghettoni ai Gamberi with prawn and shrimp bisque. End the meal with Chef's Choice Dolci for dessert. The interior, curated by Cassandra Builer of Huntress Decor, takes its cues from 1970s glamour blending organic woods with concrete floors, leather, hand-applied finishes, and pops of pattern, accented by chrome, deep burgundy, and muted blue. Cocktails are led by co-owner Ocean Mohamadi, who has reimagined timeless classics with seasonal ingredients and house infusions. Mother’s Day Reservations recommended: For reservations and more information, visit sononorthpark.com or follow @sononorthpark on Instagram.

Join us in celebrating our 4th anniversary of screening films at UC San Diego Park & Market with a very special presentation of "MEMORIA," the film we opened with in May of 2022. We will be offering a free small popcorn and free small drink for ticket holders. From the extraordinary mind of Palme D’or winning director Apichatpong Weerasethakul, and starring Academy Award winner Tilda Swinton, comes a bewildering drama about a Scottish woman, who, after hearing a loud ‘bang’ at daybreak, begins experiencing a mysterious sensory syndrome while traversing the jungles of Colombia. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram