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Two years after opening up in National City, the film photography lab has moved to Third Avenue.
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At the KPBS San Diego Book Festival, Cinema Junkie Beth Accomando rose from the grave to record a live “undead” podcast with author and neuroscientist Bradley Voytek. -
Nicole Hernandez grew up between Tijuana and San Diego, surrounded by salsa, reggaeton and hip-hop. Now she's bringing those influences to life with an all-women band of her own.
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Primetime dramatizes the story behind the series To Catch a Predator. It's full of big swings from the director and the actors — but doesn't engage with the most complicated questions the series raised. -
It's not easy, killing people and raising a family. The new action-thriller Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother reaffirms the power of faith — and delights in outrageous juxtapositions.
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On Thursday, the woman identified as Jane Doe filed a declaration in Manhattan federal court stating that all of her original claims against the rapper were false. -
Rolling Stone reporter Cheyenne Roundtree says rumors of abuse followed the media mogul for years. Her book examines how Combs remained so powerful, despite decades of warning signs and allegations.
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Playwright Mat Smart goes from DNA New Works to world premiere with "A Black-Billed Cuckoo," which explores grief and birding. -
Comedian Alfred Robles turned part of his stand-up shows into a space where audience members open up about their personal struggles.
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Set in the same universe as Tahir's Ember in Ashes series, Empire picks up right where the last book, 'Heir' left off — with S'rsha attached to the very monster she sought to destroy. -
One little sign in a business’ window inspired a retired reporter to start a new publication all about spreading kindness.
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The San Diego Padres are back in the postseason for a franchise-record third consecutive year
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After Amanda Moschella's dog died, she created a tribute at Spanish Village that grew into a community project centered on art, grief and connection. -
For anyone who grew up staring blankly at museum artwork, this is the fun that was missing: Coco leads interactive and (mostly) factual art history comedy tours. -
The dam appeared to break in 2024, as South African phenom Tyla made Grammy and chart history. But for a wide field of buzzed-about voices, the path to a crossover has narrowed. -
Kalshi announced in August that it had entered into a brand partnership with the Padres and three other of the “most beloved teams in baseball” including the Dodgers. However, betting on sports is not allowed in California.
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Fun Animal Friday: Foxes
Friday, September 25, 2026 from 10 AM to 11:30 AM
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Children's Museum of Discovery
Free with Museum Admission
Local documentary screening of 'Virtuous Circle: A Roadmap for Living Better Longer'
Friday, September 25, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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Belmont Village Senior Living
Autumn Concert Series: Vania Pimentel
Friday, September 25, 2026 from 1 PM to 2 PM
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Coronado Public Library
Free
Vistal Honors Dolly Parton with Dirt Road Martini & Local Literacy Drive
Friday, September 25, 2026 from 4 PM to 9 PM
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Vistal Bar + Restaurant
North City’s Dancing in the Street Series Returns with Line Dancing
Friday, September 25, 2026 from 6 PM to 8 PM
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North City
Free
Love Isn't Blind: A Live Comedy / Dating Show
Friday, September 25, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM
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Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
$23.73-$39.59
Songwriter Sanctuary Hosts Hispanic / Latine Heritage Month Celebration (with ASL!)
Friday, September 25, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 9 PM
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Normal Heights United Church
$10+ Suggested Donation
Queer Salsa Social: Golden Summer
Friday, September 25, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM
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Studio K
Door: $26| GA: $25 | Early Bird: $20 | QLDSD Student: $15 | Social Only $15
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