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Join us for Passport to Wellness, a full day dedicated to restoring balance, reducing stress, and reconnecting with your mind, body, and spirit. Whether you’re seeking deep relaxation, new wellness practices, or simply a peaceful day surrounded by community, this experience is designed to help you reset and return to your daily life feeling refreshed, inspired, and renewed. Throughout the day, you’ll have the opportunity to explore immersive healing experiences, movement, music, and holistic wellness consultations led by experienced practitioners. Enjoy a special Sound Healing experience with Dezarie and Mariea Antoinette, along with mindful movement, yoga with sound bowls, Reiki, incense making with Lavva, and a Sacred Fire & Crystal Hologram Activation. Guests who would like to take their wellness experience a little deeper can book one-on-one consultations with practitioners specializing in health and stress, myofascial therapy, iridology, and cellular detox. These personalized sessions are available for an additional fee, allowing you to choose the services that speak most to your individual wellness needs. Nestled in the heart of Balboa Park, Passport to Wellness is an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and invest in your own well-being. Whether you spend the day exploring every offering or simply take time to rest and recharge, you’ll leave with new tools, meaningful connections, and a renewed sense of vitality. Explore. Heal. Connect. Thrive. We invite you to give yourself the gift of a reset because your wellness journey starts here. WorldBeat Cultural Center on Facebook / Instagram

Library Shop SD is thrilled to present Newberry Award-winning graphic novelist Pedro Martín for his new middle-grade graphic novel, "Mexikid Dreams." In this fun, creative, and inspiring follow-up to "Mexikid," hilarious family hijinks, immigration patrols, and musical daydreams shape a year of growth and change for a Mexican-American boy and his family. Young readers and families are invited to join this presentation at the San Diego Central Library. This event will include an author presentation, Q&A and book signing! Proceeds from all book sales support programming at the San Diego Public Library. Order your copy of the book for pickup at the event below. This event is free to attend, and walk-ins are welcome, but RSVPs are appreciated. Mexikid Stories on Facebook / Instagram

A community dream for a park in Emerald Hills fades as a housing development moves forward. Then, school districts sue tech companies due to harms to students they say are caused by social media use. And, a loss for San Diego journalism.

First, we spoke with local party leaders to gauge their interest on potential changes to how California primaries are held. Then, a new SDSU study looks at thirdhand smoke and the associated risks. Next, a group of local high school students secured a meeting with the Sheriff with a goal to reform solitary confinement. And, some weekend events happening across the county that you and yours could take part in.

India Thompson's "Looks Like Home" transforms everyday household objects into woven sculptures, using traditional basketry to explore life as a renter, attachment and what it means to feel at home.

The Sky Tonight is the Fleet’s live astronomy series led by Resident Astronomer Lisa Will, designed to connect you to the celestial events unfolding all around us. From seasonal constellations and planetary movements to the latest space discoveries, each program reveals the stories, science, and wonder behind what you can see and how to experience it for yourself. Join us for monthly planetarium shows at 7 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month, featuring stargazing with our partner, the San Diego Astronomy Association, before or after the show next to the iconic Bea Evenson Fountain (weather permitting). Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram

The Sky Tonight is the Fleet’s live astronomy series led by Resident Astronomer Lisa Will, designed to connect you to the celestial events unfolding all around us. From seasonal constellations and planetary movements to the latest space discoveries, each program reveals the stories, science, and wonder behind what you can see and how to experience it for yourself. Join us for this monthly weekend planetarium show at 11 a.m. on the second Sunday of each month. Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram

Discover powerful artwork created by brain injury survivors- celebrate their stories and take home a piece that makes an impact. Network with fellow brain injury community professionals, family members, friends and survivors. Sip on wine and savor a curated selection of culinary delights. Browse and bid on silent auction items, with every contribution helping to fund essential brain injury resources. Be a friend of brain injury recovery! San Diego Brain Injury Foundation on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate OTC’s 15th anniversary at "The Ruby Revelry" on Saturday, September 12, from 5–8 p.m. at the historic Sunshine Brooks Theater (217 North Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA). This upscale housewarming celebration and fundraiser will support OTC’s year-round operations, including professional productions, youth theatre education, apprenticeship opportunities, and community engagement initiatives. The evening will honor Alyssa “Ajay” and Toni Junious, co-founders of Soultry Sisters, as the 2026 recipients of the Hattie “Sunshine” Brooks Award, recognizing their contributions to Oceanside’s arts community. Guests can enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, and several ways to support OTC throughout the night. Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram

Operation HOPE-North County was selected to distribute FREE baby formula for North County families in need at a special giveaway event on September 12. The event is made possible through a generous donation of $30K from the District 5 Office of Jim Desmond of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors. The TrueCare Mobile Vaccine Clinic will also be on site during the event. Event Details: Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026 Time: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: 840 Townsite Dr., Vista, CA 92084 Cost: FREE. The amount distributed will be based on sign-ups and availability. Registration: Registration does not guarantee a specific formula brand or quantity, but it helps us better serve our community. To participate, please complete this form to help us prepare for the event: https://bit.ly/babyformulagiveaway Parking: Parking is free but will be limited. “We are honored to have been selected to partner with Jim Desmond’s office to assist and support families and babies in need for this unique giveaway event,” says Esperanza Zapico, Executive Director at OHNC. “As a nonprofit homeless shelter that serves single women and families-many with infants, we are keenly aware of the impact this giveaway will make on them and others in our community.” For questions, please email Operation HOPE-North County at: info@operationhopeshelter.org. To further support programming at Operation HOPE-North County visit operationhopeshelter.org and donate today! # # # About Operation HOPE North County Operation HOPE-North County has served families experiencing homelessness for more than 20 years. It provides emergency shelter, transitional housing, case management, children's programming, and supportive services that help families achieve lasting stability. As one of the few family shelters in San Diego County operating within a structured, sober living environment, Operation HOPE provides a safe place where parents and children can heal, rebuild, and work toward permanent housing. While partnerships with government agencies are essential, they do not fully cover the cost of delivering comprehensive, high-quality services. The generosity of individual donors, foundations, businesses, and community partners makes it possible for Operation HOPE-North County to keep its doors open, respond to emerging needs, and ensure families receive the support they need to build brighter futures. For additional information, please contact info@operationhopeshelter.org or visit www.operationhopeshelter.org. To help provide safe shelter, hope, and stability for families experiencing homelessness, please support OperationHOPE-North County's Summer Fundraising Campaign at givebutter.com.