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"Chrome and Candy Dreams: A Rite of Passage" Curated by Norman Paraiso, Juan "Wicho" Flores, and Ariana Arroyo. Open Reception: Saturday, September 12, 2026 1- 5 p.m. For generations, communities have demonstrated that the most effective responses to violence are often not through criminalization, but in the relationships and cultural practices that help the youth dream of a better future. Lowrider bikes are often the first vehicle through which youth express their individuality, cultural pride, and sense of belonging. Each bike carries with it the legacy of those who built, rode, and shared it, embodying the values that continue to sustain lowrider culture today. This exhibition brings together a display of lowrider bikes, contemporary artists, photographers, and special contributions of archival photo collections from local San Diego bike club chapters. Chrome and "Candy Dreams" honors the living heritage of the lowrider bike as a powerful rite of passage for generations of youth. Visit: chicanoparkmuseum.org/ Chicano Park Museum & Cultural Center on Facebook / Instagram

Police evacuated homes Sunday near an air base in England used by the U.S. and arrested several men over suspected explosives offenses.

In observance of San Diego Climate Week, the Interfaith Coalition for Earth Justice, the Climate Justice Action Group of First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego, and SanDiego350 proudly present the film "The Letter: A Message for Our Earth". This moving documentary was inspired by the late Pope Francis’s concern for our warming planet. He invited frontline leaders from Hawaii, India, Senegal, and the Amazon to travel to Rome for an exclusive dialogue with him. Their conclusion: Climate change knows no national borders. Together – and only together – can we care for our common home. A brief discussion will follow the 80-minute film. Vegan snacks will be served. Please bring your reusable water bottle. When: Saturday, October 3, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Where: First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego, Common Room Address: 4190 Front Street, San Diego, CA 92103 (for GPS: use 298 West Arbor Drive, 92103 - across the street from UCSD Medical Center) Parking: available on lot adjacent to the church. Carpools encouraged. Transit: on San Diego MTS Bus Route 3 and near MTS Bus Route 10

“Common Ground: A Convergence on Abstraction” is on display at Village Arts Outreach (Gallery 21) from February 24 – March 9 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily, or by private appointment. A free public Opening Reception will be held Saturday, February 28, from 12 – 3 p.m. The “Common Ground” exhibition showcases the highly acclaimed work of San Diego artists Lucas Smith, Anuj "AJ" Jenveja, and Priyanka Pathak in a curated group exhibition at Village Arts Outreach (aka Gallery 21) in Spanish Village, Balboa Park. The artists present abstraction as a shared visual language, while approaching the act of creation from their unique perspectives, the three foster a convergence within their work through layered compositions, spatial awareness, and a balance between control and intuition. “Viewers will see how color and texture play a central role in our individual paintings, which share the qualities of being tactile, responsive, and deeply rooted in process,” explained Lucas. By presenting these artists together, the works collectively illuminate how abstraction can bridge differences, revealing the ties that connect us all. “We are deeply invested in our unifying theme,” said AJ, “so much that we will be inaugurating our exhibit by unveiling a new collaborative painting on the first day”. “I believe our guests will enjoy witnessing what makes each of our styles distinct, and also how we see ourselves in each other,” added Priyanka. For decades, Village Arts Outreach has served as a vital artistic outreach program at Spanish Village in Balboa Park, providing thousands of local emerging and professional artists with the opportunity to display their work in its welcoming and professional exhibition space. The gallery is within Spanish Village at 1770 Village Place, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101. Art enthusiasts will not want to miss this opportunity to engage with and hear from the artists firsthand about the vision and techniques behind this new body of work. @lucassmithart @ajfineartist @ljbfstudio

President Trump continues his efforts to remake Washington, D.C. He wants to turn an area used by the public into a world-class golf course.

The California Wolf Center plans to open a conservation and education center at a new property along Highway 79.

Friday, 11 a.m. Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Andreas Ottensamer, conductor Julie Phillips, harp RAVEL: "Rigaudon" from "Le Tombeau de Couperin" ROTA: Concerto for Harp SHOSTAKOVICH: Symphony No. 5 in D minor, Op. 47 Immerse yourself in an evening of luminous melodies and emotional depth as the orchestra presents a program that celebrates elegance, imagination, and resilience. The concert opens with Maurice Ravel’s “Rigaudon” from "Le Tombeau de Couperin," a brilliant tribute to 18th century French dance. Its crisp rhythms and buoyant energy capture Ravel’s unmatched craftsmanship and grace. The mood turns tender and poetic with Nino Rota’s Concerto for Harp and Orchestra, performed by our own Julie Phillips, a rarely heard gem by the beloved composer of film scores such as The Godfather. In this work, Rota’s distinctive lyricism and cinematic color take center stage, as the solo harp shimmers over a tapestry of orchestral warmth – by turns playful, nostalgic, and dreamlike. The evening concludes with the monumental Symphony No. 5 by Dmitri Shostakovich. Written under intense political scrutiny, the symphony moves through haunting introspection, defiant struggle, and ultimately, a cathartic triumph. It remains one of the most powerful and emotionally charged works of the 20th century – an unforgettable testament to music’s ability to speak truth and transcend hardship. San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

Nigeria this week recorded its first case of Ebola in the current outbreak, which has spread from the epicenter in Congo to several other African countries.

NASA employees say they've lost vital equipment and staff needed to make sophisticated spacecraft amid the agency's abrupt relocations over the past several months.

Michael Mayo has earned international acclaim for work that combines expressive songwriting, layered harmonies, and inventive vocal techniques. "Drawing from Bones" and his two-time GRAMMY-nominated album "Fly," Mayo joins us at ArtPower with music that is expansive, richly detailed, and emotionally resonant. Blending melody, language, and soaring arrangements, he creates an evening where words and music move in conversation with one another. Michael Mayo on Facebook / Instagram