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A new study says several states are doing the right things to get students to show up to school regularly.

As the planned giving program manager for KPBS, Brenda Jones has the privilege of working with donors who want to leave a lasting legacy through their estate plans. She provides guidance to individuals and families on a range of planned gift options including gifts through a will or trust, beneficiary designations of retirement assets and charitable trusts. Brenda is passionate about helping donors find a way to support the public media they love and works to ensure KPBS has a secure future for generations to come.

We explore the health impacts of housing being built near freeways. Then, we talk about social prescribing with a local health provider. Plus, how to keep track of your hormonal wellness.

Take the Pledge for Clean Air Day 2025  California Clean Air Day is back on Wednesday, October 1! Pledge to replace one solo car trip with a sustainable option to reduce your emissions and create new habits to promote healthy air quality.  Get moving for clean air by:  • Walking, biking, or riding your scooter  • Riding transit for free on Clean Air Day  • Carpooling with family, friends, or coworkers  • Skipping the commute and working from home  Take the pledge for the chance to win an e-bike! Eligible residents of the San Diego region who pledge and check the box to receive communications from trusted partners will be entered into a sweepstakes to win a folding e-bike, powered by Rad Power Bikes.  Learn more and pledge at SANDAG.org/cleanairday.  SANDAG on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate the holidays on the water with Flagship Cruises & Events. This December, join us for a Christmas Day Lunch Cruise in San Diego and enjoy a festive dining experience surrounded by sparkling waterfront views. Step aboard our elegantly decorated yacht for a gourmet plated holiday meal, live entertainment, and breathtaking sights of the city skyline, Coronado Bridge, and Hotel del Coronado decked out for the season. Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a cheerful family gathering, or a special holiday tradition, our San Diego Christmas cruises offer an unforgettable way to celebrate on the bay. Flagship Cruises & Events on Facebook / Instagram

Enjoy a festive dining experience surrounded by sparkling waterfront views. Step aboard our elegantly decorated yacht for a gourmet plated holiday meal, live entertainment, and breathtaking sights of the city skyline, Coronado Bridge, and Hotel del Coronado decked out for the season. Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a cheerful family gathering, or a special holiday tradition, our San Diego Christmas cruises offer an unforgettable way to celebrate on the bay. Flagship Cruises & Events on Facebook / Instagram

Join San Diego Climate Week and BikeSD for an exciting evening at the Mingei International Museum in beautiful Balboa Park to celebrate the launch of San Diego Climate Week! This community-focused event will spotlight the importance of clean air and feature a panel of local leaders dedicated to ensuring all San Diegans can breathe safely. Enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks while connecting with fellow advocates for change. This event will commence with a community bike ride led by Bike SD starting at Trolley Barn Park, to Bird Park and down the Pershing Drive Bike Way, taking 6th Avenue up to the Park. Leave your bike at the Bike Valet provided by BikeSD. Cycling is highly encouraged but not required to attend. Those who walk, bike or take transit to the event will be entered in a raffle for a free electric bike! Schedule: 5 p.m. – Meet at starting point ( Trolley Barn in North Park) 5:30–6:15 p.m. – Community Climate Bike Ride 6:15–6:45 p.m. – Roll into Balboa Park, sunset snacks and beverages (sunset at 6:33 p.m.) 6:45–7 p.m. – Welcome remarks 7–7:45 p.m. – Panel discussion: Clean Air for All 7:45–8 p.m. – Q&A 8 p.m. – Ride out Don't miss this opportunity to kick off San Diego Climate Week with an engaging and inspiring event that combines physical activity, environmental awareness, and community connection. RSVP today and join us in creating a more sustainable and healthier future for all! By registering for this event, you agree to share your registration information with the organizers of San Diego Climate Week and our event platform partner, Climatebase. Your information will not be shared with third parties. To check out more San Diego Climate Week events, visit: https://lu.ma/sdclimateweek. San Diego Climate Week on LinkedIn / Instagram

Yoshinobu Yamamoto beat Toronto for the second time in a week, as the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers held off the Blue Jays 3-1 on Friday night to force the World Series to a decisive Game 7.

"A spark of seduction, a kiss of old toad, a journey down an untravelled road..." Conjure a realm of enchantment where words slip off page’s edge—spellcasting your fantasies to dance alive before your very eyes with this immersive theater show set in an illustrious bordello. Enter The Poetry Brothel. A glamorous cabaret featuring the most thought-provoking, thrill-arousing poets accompanied by burlesque dancers, variety acts, and a live jazz band. Plus, there are opportunities to choose your own adventure, have unique and mysterious encounters, and connect with dazzling artists along the way. The allure of these sultry specters creates a magic so enticing, our poets possess powers to undress your mind and plunge into your innermost desires—leaving you "Spellbound." The Experience: - Cocktail Hour with the Characters - Live Stage Show with Seductive Poetry & Vaudeville - Intimate Private Poetry Readings - Interactive Vendors: Intimacy Oracle, Body Painting, Typewriter Poetry, Mystics, Tarot Reading, Art - Live Jazz & Cabaret Inspired Music - Afterparty Tickets Will Sell Out Early Join San Diego’s sizzling debut show at Park & Rec, a venue reminiscent of the glamorous nightlife of Bourbon Street, nestled in University Heights for an unforgettable immersive literary cabaret show. The Poetry Brothel is a 17-year-running immersive literary cabaret with chapters across the country—including Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, and Boston—and even around the globe. A collective of artists and poets with a mission to uplift our communities. Part of proceeds will benefit nonprofit GLITS. Blending poetry and vaudeville, intimacy and immersion, cabaret and activism, The Poetry Brothel is a show like no other. Whether you're a poet yourself, a fan of the art, or a lover of theatre, immersive experiences, or club culture—this show has something to delight everyone. The “Madam” presents a rotating cast of poets “erupting into verse in public and luring guests into back rooms for private readings,” as described in The New Yorker. For Front VIP Table booking and questions, email sarina@poetrysocietyny.org The Poetry Brothel on Facebook / Instagram

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