Join us to explore the untold story of how aerospace was central to the growth of California and its emergence as an economic power. We'll meet the people behind the aerospace movement and the current major players in the industry here in California—the hub of modern-day aerospace engineering. Watch KCET Original Blue Sky Metropolis at 7:00 p.m. Thursday (8/1). | PBS SoCal

Have a Pre-K-third grade child at home for the summer? Consider entering their writing and illustrations into our PBS SoCal KIDS Writers contest for a chance to win prizes. Here’s a look at Ezra Kim’s story “Friends Make Friends,” a 2019 Writers Contest winning entry that we adapted into a video! Click “LEARN MORE” for Writers Contest details and rules! Entries are due July 31! | PBS SoCal