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A closely fought first-round vote on Sunday has set up a showdown between a member of the Communist Party and an ultraconservative veteran politician, sharply polarizing the country.

Next up, on Wednesday, March 12, is a return visit by the remarkable Sullivan Fortner Trio, featuring Fortner on piano, Tyrone Allen on bass, and Kayvon Gordon on drums. New Orleans–native Sullivan Fortner has gained wide recognition as one of the most accomplished jazz musicians of his generation. His accolades include the 2015 Cole Porter Fellowship, the Leonore Annenberg Arts Fellowship, the 2016 Lincoln Center Award for Emerging Artists and, in 2020, the Shifting Foundation Grant for artistic career development. A Grammy Award–winner, he has earned recognition in multiple DownBeat Critics Polls, winning first place as both Rising Star Pianist and Rising Star Jazz Artist. His broad range of musical associations includes artists such as Roy Hargrove, Stefon Harris, Cecile McLorin Salvant, Ambrose Akinmusire, and Wynton Marsalis. The New York Times wrote, “Fortner’s fundamentals as a player could hardly be stronger, and his instincts as a composer and bandleader are almost startlingly mature ... he is an artist with his own distinct style.” Pulling elements from different eras, he finds connections among different musical styles that are at once deeply soulful and wildly inventive. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/jazz-25-0312 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

"Breaking Into New Hollywood: Minari" (Q&A with costume designer Susanna Song) Fashion fans and aspiring costume designers: come join our 5th anniversary screening of "Minari"! The film will be followed by a conversation between "Minari‘s" costume designer Susanna Song and "Breaking Into New Hollywood" co-author Ada Tseng. Synopsis: A Korean American family moves to an Arkansas farm in search of its own American dream. Amidst the challenges of new life in the strange and rugged Ozarks, they discover the undeniable resilience of family and what really makes a home. For the 1980s costumes, costume designer Susanna Song drew on her own Korean American immigrant family, who moved to California in the late seventies. She combed through old family photo albums to capture the textures, colors and silhouettes of that era. Working closely with director Lee Isaac Chung, actor Steven Yeun, and producer Christina Oh, she built nostalgic wardrobes that included Jacob’s red hat, Monica’s blue blouse and polka-dot skirt and young David’s cowboy boots. About Susanna Song: Susanna Song is a Korean American costume designer best known for her work designing the Oscar-winning film "Minari" and season 2 of A24’s/Netflix’s hit series "Mo." Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, she began her career in the fashion industry before discovering her passion for costume design at the Falcon Theatre (now the Garry Marshall Theatre). Song went on to design for music videos, commercials, and films, before joining the costume teams of TV shows including "The Goldbergs," "Schooled," "American Horror Stories" and "Afterparty" en route to becoming a TV designer in her own right. About Ada Tseng: Ada Tseng is the co-author of "Breaking Into New Hollywood: A Career Guide to a Changing Industry." She co-hosts the Asian American pop culture history podcast, "Saturday School," with San Diego Asian Film Festival Artistic Director Brian Hu. A former editor of the Los Angeles Times, she has reported on entertainment, mental health, and e-commerce for publications including National Geographic, Women’s Wear Daily, The Washington Post and Public Radio International. About "Breaking Into New Hollywood": For the millions seeking to pursue their Hollywood dreams, "Breaking Into New Hollywood" (published by The Los Angeles Times and Simon & Schuster) is the definitive guide to breaking into the entertainment industry that explores and demystifies dozens of careers from pre-production to post-production. Ada Tseng and Jon Healey co-authored the book, and Song’s advice is featured in the chapter about how to become a costume designer. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

During their visit, Trump administration officials said the facility should be operational within 24 hours — despite the protests of pro-immigration, Indigenous and environmental groups.

District leaders say the program serves both English-speakers learning a second language and Spanish-speaking students who want to preserve that skill.

Unleash your creativity in this relaxing, paint-and-sip class led by local artist Christy Ross at Whiskers & Wine Bar in North Park! Enjoy a refreshing cocktail, unwind with adorable, adoptable felines, and use cat-friendly paints to create your own masterpiece. In this special Pride themed session, you'll paint a festive design while surrounded by a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. Visit: https://www.whiskersandwinebar.com/book-meow Whiskers & Wine on Instagram and Facebook

Writer Katie Manning will be one of the featured poets at this year's San Diego Writers Festival. Plus, a preview of the San Diego Arab Film Fest. And KPBS debuts its arts and culture podcast, "The Finest," with an episode on a beloved tea shop.

Sam's Club is among the food makers removing artificial dyes from products, yet hoping shoppers don't notice a difference in color. But why?

Resonance is a free, all-ages event hosted by St. Brigid’s Episcopal Church and Oceanside Theatre Company, that builds community through creative expression. Held in OTC's Studio 219 (219 North Coast Highway), this is a space for all creatively-inclined people — artists, musicians, writers, and more — to showcase their work and to practice spontaneous creation together. It’s not quite an open mic, jam session, drum circle, or art night — but it has elements of all of these. All are welcome to participate as much or as little as they choose. If you’d prefer to just come and enjoy the vibe and performances, you are welcome to do that too. Visit: Resonance Collaborative Open Mic Oceanside Theater Company on Instagram and Facebook

After layoffs, it's unclear how many people are policing civil rights violations inside the Department of Homeland Security, even as the Trump administration ramps up ICE detention.