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NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with Weekend Edition puzzle master, Will Shortz, and CPR listener Sam McDowell of Boulder, Colorado.

On a hot day join us for a cool event featuring top breweries, wineries, hard ciders/seltzers/kombuchas, and music. Proceeds support nonprofit organizations and causes. Don't miss the 14th annual Rancho BEERnardo Festival! Back by popular demand is our VIP Reception that will give you sixty minutes of early entrance, VIP parking, access to top brews, food, and other upgraded benefits. Music, delicious food choices, fun games, photobooths, and new this year: Mocktails! General Admission Brewery List - There will be plenty of beer-aficionados favorites! Alesmith Brewing Company is our partner in securing the best of the best. Water available for all guests and volunteers plus, there will be an array of food choices available for purchase. Not one but TWO bands! Par Avion will be kicking things off with a mix of rock, Latin, rock, and surf vibes followed by The Rubber Band, a locals favorite playing everything between pop and rock all-decades favorite hits. Ticket prices are $65 per person for General Admission and $90 per person for VIP experience. Designated driver tickets are available for $10 per person. Buy your tickets today! Last but not least, sorry, no children or pets due to insurance critieria. Rancho Bernardo Sunrise Rotary Club on Facebook

With The Bad Plus, acclaimed artists Chris Potter and Craig Taborn revisit the formative repertoire of Keith Jarrett’s American Quartet. The project is not simply a tribute to one of jazz’s most influential ensembles, it’s a continuation of the American Quartet’s spirit: a fearless commitment to musical dialogue, emotional depth, and boundary-pushing improvisation. Founding members Reid Anderson and Dave King, whose work with The Bad Plus helped redefine modern jazz, combine with Potter’s commanding tenor saxophone and Taborn’s brilliant piano to capture the raw, exploratory energy of the American Quartet while bringing their own distinct voices to the material. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/bad-plus/ The Bad Plus on Instagram and Facebook

Buying something new can be thrilling in the moment, but will you still be glad you bought it after the fact? NPR readers share their top tips for mindful shopping to avoid regret and overspending.

A new exhibit weaves the stories of African American women across history through the clothes they wore. Plus, the second annual FilAm CreatorCon celebrates Filipino American creatives in San Diego. And finally, your weekend arts preview.

We hear from Public Matters reporter Amita Sharma about the local connections to Charlie Kirk and the impact of his killing. Then, some San Diegans trying to get a COVID vaccine are running into obstacles. Plus, we have some weekend events to check out.

Experience a one-night-only Stranahan’s Whiskey takeover inside Valle’s Bar. Guests will enjoy a curated tasting menu of chef-crafted small plates, each paired with Stranahan’s signature cocktails, along with a guided whiskey tasting led by the Stranahan’s team. Savor bold American single malt expressions, inventive cocktail pairings, and Valle’s elevated cuisine in Oceanside’s only MICHELIN-starred restaurant. Event Price: $65 per guest (plus tax and 20% gratuity) Visit: https://www.exploretock.com/valleoceanside/event/568327/stranahans-bar-takeover Valle on Instagram and Facebook

A civilian panel can now investigate jail healthcare workers following in-custody deaths. Plus, we dig into the challenges of growing avocados in our region. Then, a look back at the history of Cowles Mountain.

The Pentagon is considering a plan that would lease parts of Camp Pendleton, we tell you why. Then, we hear from Will Rodriguez-Kennedy who is back as the head of the San Diego Democratic Party. And, a psychiatric hospital set for North County just lost a chunk of funding. Plus, just weeks before the new Terminal 1 opens at San Diego International, one airline is opting out.

A new executive order limits how federal funding can be spent by programs that assist people who use drugs. Outreach workers believe the change could increase preventable overdoses. Then, an update on a project to turn a vacant lot in Chula Vista into dozens of affordable homes. Plus, we check in on how the Escondido library is doing at its new location – the North County mall.