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San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria gave a status report Thursday, on the city's efforts against fentanyl. In other news, nine months after the San Diego International Airport abruptly removed a public art piece, the work is resurfacing at a nonprofit art gallery in Logan Heights. Plus, our KPBS arts editor and producer has details on holiday events happening in San Diego County.

The 44th Annual Ocean Beach Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off Festival offers attendees eclectic fun in the sun for all ages. Tens of thousands of visitors will attend the event from 10 am to 8 pm on Saturday, June 22, 2024, for a tasty festival nosh, art, beachfront entertainment, shopping, and more. Entry to the Street Fair is always free! The Chili Competition featured tastings from amateur entrants competing for the titles of Hottest Chili, Judges' Award, and Grand Prize: People's Choice Award. Chili Cook-Off - 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - The Chili Cook-Off competition is held in the grassy area between Newport Avenue and the Pacific. Competitors will show off their chili cooking chops by competing for great prizes... not to mention the satisfaction of winning! Is eating (rather than cooking) delicious chili more your speed? Put your tastebuds to the test and cast a vote alongside the judges! Chili tasting begins at 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Two Stages Of Continuous Music - There will be two stages of nonstop music throughout the day at the Annual OB Street Fair. Music genres will include acoustic, rock, blues, alternative, Americana, and more. The audiences will be entertained by musicians from everywhere - including right here in our own backyard. Don't miss all the fun - mark your calendars for Saturday, June 22! Seaside Family Fun Zone: The Seaside Family Fun Zone at the Annual Ocean Beach Street Fair is tons of fun for the whole family! New Location! The Kids Fun Zone is located in Saratoga Park near the main lifeguard tower. Featuring: Rock & Roll San Diego and Paper Moon Music. Beachside Beer Garden & Hodad's Burger Eating Contest: The Beachside Beer Garden will be rockin' all day for guests 21+ looking to enjoy an ice cold brew with an ocean view. It will be right next to the main stage with live music from 11 am to 8 pm. Also, we'll have the Hodad's Burger Eating contest, and the Chili Cook-Off winners announcement. Both beer and mixed drinks will be available. OB Dirty Birds Wing Eating Contest: Love chicken wings and keeping Ocean Beach clean, beautiful, and fun? Great, it's a win-win. Sign up for the Annual Street Fair's Dirty Birds Wing Eating contest and the proceeds support OBMA's Friends of OB Clean & Safe Program. The contest is held on the MainStage on Saturday from 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. FREE Trolley & Bike Valet: Ride to the festival for free! Go green and avoid the hassle of parking by riding a bike or taking a trolley to the Annual OB Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off Festival. We will offer a free bike valet as well as five free trolleys from our friends at Old Town Trolley Tour Company. Trolleys run continuously, so no one will miss any of the fun! Ocean Beach MainStreet Association on Facebook / Instagram

A new six-part video podcast by KPBS reveals a little-known San Diego civil rights story of dancers who fought back against corruption and abuses of power for decades from the unlikely stage of a strip club.

Digital Gym Cinema opens a trio of award-worthy foreign films this weekend.

Join us in the fellowship of Light to commune with the Divine and each other in love, conducted by Internationally Renowned Author and Spiritual Teacher Dimitri Moraitis. There has never been a better time to pursue your soul’s growth. As exciting as new technological wonders have been, you have an even more vital opportunity to develop your spiritual nature and unveil some of the mysteries of life that have been hidden for so long. The event will consist of: - An inspirational talk, from direct clairvoyant insights, on how the Divine sees world dynamics and what humanity is going through. - Understanding the relationship between the information age and the upcoming age of illumination, from the metaphysical perspective - Transformative meditations with Divine Light - Sending light and prayers to others in our consciousness, and to the trouble spots of the world. - Soulful classical music performed by concert pianist, Anna Prakina - For those attending in-person, refreshments and fellowship following the event. We welcome you in the great spiritual adventure! Dimitri Moraitis is cofounder and executive director of the renowned Spiritual Arts Institute. An accomplished metaphysical teacher, Dimitri has lectured across the country, appeared on numerous radio shows and leads workshops and training classes offered at the Institute with Barbara. Barbara Y. Martin is considered one of the foremost clairvoyants and spiritual teachers in the world. Born with the gift of seeing the aura in all its subtleties, she is a pioneer in the field of metaphysics having taught thousands how to better their lives by working with the aura and spiritual energy. Martin and Moraitis are the award-winning authors of Communing with the Divine, Karma and Reincarnation, the highly acclaimed The Healing Power of Your Aura, Heaven and Your Spiritual Evolution and the new release of 25th anniversary edition of the international bestseller Change Your Aura, Change Your Life. For more information visit: spiritualarts.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The Murray Family is finally organizing, planning, coordinating and executing a long awaited celebration and appreciation gospel musical program for our Mom. In 2017, a proclamation made by the previously standing San Diego City Council President Myrtle Cole that on “October 13th is Ann Murray Day” indefinitely in “America’s Finest City of San Diego, California”. She organized, led and emceed numerous gospel programs/concert events, and introduced high-profile quartet gospel groups, choirs, praise teams and single artists to the San Diego local community, California State and nationwide highly notable gospel venues. She was also the first premier African American female gospel radio DJ in the 60s, 70s and 80s in San Diego, and was deemed “The Queen Of Gospel Radio” in The City of San Diego, California. She was also the founder and originator of the Gospel Music Day held at the San Diego Del Mar Fair every summer for years also introducing numerous groups and solo artists that is still being featured to this very day. For years Ms. Murray personally provided community outreach providing food and Easter baskets for numerous low-income families that were in dire need in the immediate San Diego area. Please participate in honoring of our mother who has given so much of herself to the city of San Diego, Los Angeles, the Golden State of California and the National Quartet Singing Alliance of America, Inc. Thank you so much in advance for caring and the acknowledgement of mother and what she stood for! We appreciate you deeply from the bottom of our hearts! Come celebrate Ann Murray Day with a soul-stirring Gospel Extravaganza filled with uplifting music and joyful praise! Welcome to The Ann Murray Day Celebration Gospel Extravaganza! Come join us at North Park Apostolic Church for a day filled with soul-stirring music and uplifting performances. This event is a celebration of gospel music and the legacy of Ann Murray. Get ready to be inspired and moved by talented artists and groups as they spread the message of faith and love through music. Featuring performances by Archie Dale & The Tones of Joy, Bishop John W. Haynes & Change, 3MC Tri-City Ministers for Christ, Brothers of Praise, and much more! Don’t miss out on this special event that promises to touch your heart and lift your spirits. Mark your calendars and spread the word – The Ann Murray Day Celebration Gospel Extravaganza is an experience you won’t want to miss! Purchase tickets on Eventbrite at theannmurraydaygospelextravaganza.eventbrite.com Stay tuned for special events, news, and more as we celebrate the great life of Sister Ann Murray on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/sisterannmurray Written by: Clennon “Wayne” Murray wmurray1446@gmail.com 530-990-7296

Pedro Almodóvar's first English-language film, The Room Next Door, is a meditation on death. Writing and making movies "is a way of running away from death," the Spanish director says.

The painting, entitled Ecce Homo, was attributed to a different artist when it went to auction in 2021, but the Prado museum says it has now been verified as a lost work of the Italian master.

Audra McDonald is unparalleled in the breadth and versatility of her artistry as both a singer and an actor. The winner of a record-breaking six Tony Awards, two Grammy Awards and an Emmy, in 2015 she received a National Medal of Arts from President Barack Obama and was named one of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people. She won Tonys for her performances in Carousel, Master Class, Ragtime, "A Raisin in the Sun", "The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess" and "Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill", which also served as the vehicle for her Olivier-nominated 2017 West End debut. Audra McDonald joins the San Diego Symphony for a special evening of Broadway favorites by Rodgers and Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, George Gershwin, and many others, with songs from her latest album, Sing Happy. Stay Connected with Audra McDonald! Facebook | Instagram | X

Join photographer Christina McFaul on March 16, 2024, from 5 P.M. to 8:30 P.M., for the unveiling and large-scale exhibition of her latest photography book, 'Sanctuary in the Wild.' Envision yourself meandering amongst the rare exotic flora of the lush Conservatory while delighting in an exquisite exhibition by a local artist and the works of promising young artists at the San Diego Botanic Gardens in Encinitas, the evening promises an enchanting blend of art, wine, nature, and inspiration. Christina's monograph is a deep dive into our intrinsic connection with nature, portrayed through the adventurous eyes of two young brothers. It reveals the enchanting magic and mysteries of the wilderness. This hand-crafted artist book, a limited-edition of only 200 copies, includes a 7” x 5” original archival print, each signed by Christina herself. Her captivating black-and-white portraits and landscapes unveil the breathtaking beauty of the wild. The evening is set to be an immersive experience that brings the book's themes to life, inviting guests to explore their personal connection with the natural world. Moreover, the event will showcase a special exhibition of photographs by emerging young talents mentored by Christina, offering a glimpse into the future of photography. In a pledge to conservation, 10% of all proceeds from the evening will be generously donated to a nonprofit dedicated to the protection and restoration of our precious wildlands for generations to come. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the profound beauty of the wild, as seen through Christina's eyes. Let's come together to celebrate art and nature. For more information and to RSVP, please visit here. About Christina McFaul: “Having grown up on a lake nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains of California, I found my sanctuary amidst the rolling hills of oaks and Malibu Creek State Park. This profound connection with the wild instilled in me a deep respect for our environment and a desire to protect it. My photography is an extension of this passion, capturing the raw essence of nature and highlighting the urgent need for conservation. Through my lens, I want to inspire others to see the beauty of our natural world and understand our critical role in preserving it." Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X