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The film industry is in full awards season frenzy. Here are some films to watch that deserve attention.
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Books can be life-changing for people who are incarcerated. When Cherish Burtson went to federal prison, books became her source of survival. Her story – and the volunteers fighting censorship to get books past prison walls – reveals how access to reading can mean survival, connection and hope. -
KPBS Midday EditionA sculpture at San Diego State University's Imperial Valley campus tells the story of Maayehaa, the Creator God spirit, as part of the university's land acknowledgement series. Then, our Midday Movies critics share their top films up for awards consideration. And finally, your weekend preview.
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This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Digitally inspired art in Escondido, exploring "joy futurism," festive ska, a San Diego Scrooge, boat parades, Hanukkah and more. -
This weekend in the arts: Get festive with Kitschmastime, December Nights, SoNoFest and more; catch a 1980s spin on "Twelfth Night"; new works of theater and contemporary dance; chamber folk; a pottery tour and more.
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A new drama uses the real, gut-wrenching recordings of a call for help from Gaza to tell a harrowing and profound story. -
From indie films and documentaries to animation, musicals and superhero movies.
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The late, great Fela Kuti is known as the "Black President" for his role as both a musical and a political leader. Now he has become the first African artist to get this Grammy honor. -
With Carey's enduring Christmas hit, we may be looking at a record that borders on the untouchable.
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San Diego is up against Aalborg, Denmark and Daejeon, South Korea. -
Dave Willat was just 11 years old when he showed up for what he thought would be a routine church choir practice in 1965. He and his fellow singers ended up making history. -
An unpredictable and exciting college football season is coming to a close. This weekend's first-round slate is set up for two tight games and two blowouts — but in the playoffs, anything goes. -
NPR's Leila Fadel tags along for lunch with Elazar Sontag, the Washington Post's new food critic.
Latest Arts Events
Woodworking | Bandsaw Box Workshop
Sunday, December 21, 2025 from 9 AM to 4 PM
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San Diego Craft Collective
$175
Breakfast with Santa at Shorebird
Sunday, December 21, 2025 from 9 AM to 12 PM
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Seaport Village
Reservations are required. Call for Reservations: 619-819-5055
Woodworking | Beginner Spoon Carving Workshop
Sunday, December 21, 2025 from 10 AM to 3 PM
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San Diego Craft Collective
$135
Urban Plates Christmas Made Easy: Dine-In and Take-Home Options
Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 11 AM
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Urban Plates
Posada del Tianguis de la Raza
Sunday, December 21, 2025 from 12 PM to 5 PM
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Centro Cultural de la Raza
Free
Classic Cinema: 'White Christmas' Film Screening
Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 1 PM
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Sunshine Brooks Theatre
$7 - $10
'An Irish Christmas'
Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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Balboa Theatre
$28 - $75
Grand Posada at Chula Vista Center
Sunday, December 21, 2025 from 3 PM to 6 PM
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Chula Vista Center
Free
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