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Film Forum Coronado presents "The Farewell" Wednesday, October 1 at 6 p.m. Coronado Public Library 640 Orange Avenue Coronado, CA 92118 (619) 522-7390 Free Film and Discussion Adults (In the Winn Room) “THE FAREWELL” (2019. 100 min. PG.) (English and Mandarin w/ English subtitles) - Based on an actual lie. Lulu Wang’s heady and mischievous family portrait, featuring Awkwafina as an aspiring writer who rides an emotional rollercoaster when her extended family orchestrates an impromptu wedding as a pretext for gathering with her terminally ill grandmother.

Experience one of San Diego’s most cherished holiday traditions from the best seat in the harbor — aboard a Flagship yacht. On Sunday, December 14, and Sunday, December 21, the 55th Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights will illuminate the waterfront with this year’s theme, “An Out of This World Christmas.” More than 100,000 spectators are expected along the shore, but you can enjoy the parade up close, on the water, in comfort and style. This event sells out every year — and we expect tickets to go especially fast this season. Flagship Cruises & Events on Facebook / Instagram

Join photographer David McLain on a journey to a life well-lived as he uncovers the secrets of the Blue Zones—where people around the planet regularly live vibrant and healthy lives beyond 100. David has spent 15 years working alongside author Dan Buettner to study the habits and rituals of centenarians in five geographic locations: Loma Linda, California; the Nicoya peninsula of Costa Rica; Sardinia, Italy; Ikaria, Greece; and Okinawa, Japan. Now, through personal anecdotes and scientific research, David shares how adopting practices they share—an ocean apart—can add eight to 10 quality years to our own lives. La Jolla Music Society on Facebook / Instagram

Join us at the annual University Heights Fall Festival in San Diego! This free event is open to the public and features live music, food trucks, craft beer, a pumpkin patch to purchase your perfect carving pumpkin, and tons of fun activities for adults and children like face painting, lawn games, and hayrides. View schedule of live performances Explore festival activities 100% of Fall Festival proceeds help San Diego kids All proceeds from University Heights Fall Festival help make it possible for the 530+ students at Alice Birney Elementary to experience classes in garden, dance, language and a full art, theatre, and music program, and more. University Heights Fall Festival on Instagram

The Ocean Conservancy and the California Coastal Commission partner with volunteer organizations, such as I Love A Clean San Diego to create the largest, international cleanup day. I Love A Clean San Diego leads the efforts for this day in San Diego County for the 41st year in a row. Data collected from this event feeds into the world’s largest database on marine debris. Join our efforts this year to be a part of this global event! This year, our countywide Coastal Cleanup Day will have around 100 + locations for volunteers to choose from, inland and coastal. Each site is hosted by a site captain (a specially trained volunteer) who will manage volunteers on site, properly dispose of the trash, and report back totals. Locations to choose from Love A Clean San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for a special evening highlighting what's ahead across PBS, KPBS TV, podcasts, and digital platforms. Get an early look at nationally premiering programs, including new seasons of All Creatures Great and Small and a compelling American Masters episode on Dick Van Dyke. We’ll also showcase local KPBS Explore content, such as a sneak preview on the 100th episode of Ken Kramer’s About San Diego, and previews of our popular podcasts The Finest and Port of Entry. Plus, enjoy a first look at original digital stories from the KPBS Newsroom. You will also get insight into our exciting new project KPBS+, our locally curated streaming platform with thousands of KPBS and PBS titles. The evening will feature a behind-the-scenes panel with KPBS content creators, Chief Content Officer Nancy Worlie, and Programming Director Jill Linder, offering insights into how our local stories are brought to life.

Ronstadt Revival is the premier tribute to Linda Ronstadt, with a full 7 piece band, including fiddle and pedal steel, to bring you the true authentic sound of the Ronstadt catalog. Real, raw and 100% LIVE music. From Linda's 1967 beginnings with "The Stone Poneys", to her amazing renditions in the 70s of songs by beloved songwriters like Smokey Robinson, Warren Zevon, Lowell George, The Eagles and The Rolling Stones, to her 80s smash album "Mad Love" with its New Wave vibe. Ronstadt Revival will take you on a timeless journey of all of your favorites including, "You're No Good", "Blue Bayou", "When Will I Be Loved", "Tracks of My Tears" and so much more! Visit: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/ronstadt-revival-belly-up-tickets/14486453?pl=bellyup&REFID=bupwebsite Ronstadt Revival on Instagram and Facebook

You're invited every Friday for two free talks in person or on zoom. September 19 1 p.m. Reporting on the Burrowing Owls of Imperial County: Kori Suzuki, Staff Reporter KPBS, San Diego’s NPR and PBS Stations The Imperial Valley has become an unlikely refuge for California’s burrowing owls, which are vanishing across the rest of the state. Now, state wildlife authorities are weighing declaring the tiny birds an endangered species. 2:30 p.m. The Floral Industry: Mike Mellano Mike Mellano will talk about 100 years of his family’s history, dedication, and innovation in the flower industry in Southern California. He will also talk about the current cut flower industry and how it is evolving. To join a Zoom meeting, LIFE must have your email address in order for you to receive the invite link. Meetings will start at 12:45 pm (you can join 15 minutes earlier) and the speaker will start at 1 p.m. Email: life.miracosta@gmail.com 30 min. snack break between speakers. Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html

FRESH. FIERY. FOR ALL. The second annual San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival (SDTJ Jazz) arrives October 2-5, 2025. Join us as we celebrate our region’s binational jazz history. This year’s program channels a cultural legacy reaching back 100 years by bringing together international, national, and regional artists to perform at three unique venues. Celebrate the musical richness of our region with internationally acclaimed performers as they light up stages on both sides of the border. Everyone is invited–We’re working to make SDTJ Jazz accessible for the whole community! Visit: https://www.sdtjjazz.org/thursday-info-oct-2 San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival on Facebook / Instagram

Belmont Park's Giant Dipper turns 100 this year. We discuss the significance of the boardwalk amusement park's longevity in San Diego.