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Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is more than simply putting flowers in a container. It is a disciplined art form that breathes life into each composition, harmonizing the elements of nature and humanity. Learn to create these stunning pieces of art that intertwine Japanese culture and the changing of the seasons. By end of the semester, you will have learned to design beautiful and professional looking arrangements for both everyday and special occasions. This class is free and open to the public. Contact Prof. Takeya at mtakeya@sdccd.edu for more information and to register. Audience: Adults, Seniors Location: Community Room

In her second year as San Diego poet laureate, Paola Capó-García continues bringing poetry and expression to every corner of the region — and wants more people to feel welcome in the world of poetry.

María del Carmen Abascal's case has drawn tens of thousands of people to the streets in recent days and led the Spanish government to present measures to address the country's housing crisis.

Write Out Loud - an organization founded in 2007 with a commitment to inspire, challenge and entertain by reading literature aloud for a live audience announces The Festival of American Literary Heroes. The Festival takes place Sunday, September 13th from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the Dottie Studio Theater, part of the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center www.writeoutloudsd.com Funded by the NEA, American Literary Heroes is a unique program highlighting four iconic American writers who have left a lasting impact on the social consciousness of the United States, as well as across the globe. As one of only 50 organizations in the nation to be awarded a National Endowment for the Arts - Celebrating America 250 grant, Write Out Loud is currently bringing Emily Dickinson, Henry David Thoreau, Mark Twain and Walt Whitman to life in libraries, classrooms, senior residences and other community venues. Each presentation reminds us of the importance of our humanity, our personal responsibility and respect for our world and each other. Write Out Loud Artistic Director, Veronica Murphy shared “The 4 performance pieces highlighting Dickenson, Thoreau, Twain and Whitman have been presented individually across the county since Mid March, to rave reviews. Many of our audiences have experienced one of the author performances and immediately want to see another. The Festival of American Literary Heroes on September 13th gives our audience an opportunity to experience all 4 American Literary Heroes up close and personal, in one day. We can’t wait to share them with you!” Spend the morning with Emily Dickinson and Walt Whitman. Enjoy a break for lunch at one of the many Liberty Station restaurants. The afternoon features Mark Twain and Henry David Thoreau. Festival tickets are only $40 and can be purchased HERE THE FESTIVAL OF AMERICAN LITERARY HEROES PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE: 10 a.m. Emily Dickinson "A Still Volcanic Life" Written and Performed by Rhianna Basore Emily Dickinson’s innovative use of form and syntax made her a pioneer in modernist literature. 11 a.m. Walt Whitman Direct from the Afterlife Written and Performed by Todd Blakesley Walt Whitman’s focus on the common man and his break from poetic structures caused him to be known as “the father of free verse.” 1 p.m. Mark Twain Of Sound Heart and Deformed Conscience Written by Rachael VanWormer Performed by Paul Maley Mark Twain was a prolific writer and humorist, who has been called “the father of American literature. 2 p.m. Henry David Thoreau Ripples from Walden Pond Written by Richard Platt Performed by Steve Smith Henry David Thoreau was a philosopher and political ally for human rights and respect for nature and the environment.

City and county leaders are engaged in a bipartisan push for SANDAG to move faster on the airport transit connection or risk losing hundreds of millions in funding.

Stream with KPBS+ / Watch Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV. Four trailblazing women whose skills, leadership, vision and determination helped build San Diego. Their stories are about creating opportunities, solving problems, building businesses and institutions, and finding ways to survive and thrive.

First, we’ll tell you why the USS Fort Worth had its lifespan cut short. Then, the local impact of Hurricane Genevieve means dangerously high surf levels. Next, we look into the future of the Downtown La Mesa Trolley Station. And we hear from students from tribal bands and nations who attended arts and culture workshops last week. Plus, we speak to researchers who found a glitch in an anti-theft system on some cars.

All across California, unhoused people are suffering at alarming rates from less obvious but potentially enervating mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder.

The Port of Entry team traces the origins and impact of a unique U.S.-based graduation ceremony held in Mexico. This event was created to reunite families separated by immigration policies and give them the chance to celebrate together.

The WNBA's popularity has risen in recent years, but so have threats and abuse directed at its players. One team is taking a novel approach to this, by partnering with national security specialists.