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2-Day FREE Workshop to promote mental well-being and help participants live happier lives. It's inter-generational for teens 13 plus and adults. The workshop is presented by Professionals in Positive Psychology, concerned teachers, youth leaders, parents and grandparents. Time, expertise, food, and materials all have been donated! Attendees of all ages will discover The Happiness Advantage strategies with hands-on activities to strengthen their own resilience to negative influences and start a positive ripple effect throughout families, schools, and neighborhoods. Snap shot of the event: - Friday September 19 hosted dinner with music, storytelling, and community connections - Saturday September 20 hosted lunch & full-day workshop The Orange Frog Happiness Experience - Research-backed strategies to use at school and at home The Orange Frog Experience - Website / Facebook / LinkedIn

A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention webpage that previously stated "Vaccines do not cause autism" has been changed to cast doubt on the scientific research that supports the finding.

Millions of Americans face sharply rising costs for health care plans they bought through the Affordable Care Act marketplaces, unless Congress acts soon. Here's what's at stake for them.

Charles (Ted Danson) went undercover in a retirement community in the first season of the hit Netflix series. In Season 2, Charles enrolls in college, and brings along a fantastic new cast.

San Diego welcomes Milenko Matanovic, founder of the Pomegranate Center. Discover how democracy, community, and art come together to inspire meaningful, collaborative change. Join us for a kick-off Talk on September 15, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in Balboa Park to hear Milenko speak on lessons learned from a lifetime of art, community building, and gathering places. Light Refreshments will be served. For more information contact (619-2350-5257) or imgoldman@sandiego.gov Please register to attend: https://forms.gle/UZQYN4hgfHsrPDtB6 San Diego ART Matters on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for the first annual RiseFest; a vibrant community event located in Ramona at The Stables at Highlander. Celebrate the autumn harvest, showcasing local creativity, craft vendors, games, food, and drink all while gathering for good. Nestled amidst Ramona's breathtaking grasslands and majestic mountain views, this inaugural event promises a delightful blend of local food, refreshing drinks, and unique craft vendors. Sit, sip, and shop, knowing every purchase directly supports The Rise Concept, a San Diego 501(c)3 nonprofit providing vital empowerment resources. Come celebrate, connect, and contribute to a stronger community this fall! Thoughtfully inspired by a tapestry—its precision of needlework and the welcoming, geometric pieces of a quilt; RiseFest embodies the magic of people coming together. It's a visual promise of unity and shared purpose, utilizing creativity, personal touch, and the core values of respect and kindness. Through community initiatives, The Rise Concept directly supports local at-risk youth, survivors of human trafficking, and challenged veterans; from generating crucial funds, to providing essential items, and creating valuable networking connections that link people with skills, passions, and resources. Rise Nonprofit and Resale Shop on Instagram

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Vanguard Culture’s 2-day creative industry symposium explores the role of the arts in fostering a more livable and inspiring future. From the impact of AI technology on the creative sector to fundraising in uncertain times, mental health, leadership, and beyond, this event offers essential tools and insights for creative professionals. Designed for industry professionals from film, theatre, dance, visual arts, fashion, music and more. Participate in dynamic workshops, thought-provoking panel discussions, portfolio reviews, and unparalleled networking opportunities designed to forge connections across industries and inspire hope for the future of humanity. Produced by Vanguard Culture in partnership with The Soap Factory, Art.Power.Equity, the San Diego Museum Council, Better APC, Mental Wellness for Artists, Caring for Mama, San Diego Art Matters, Creative Youth Development Network, San Diego Union-Tribune, KPBS Arts, the San Diego Tourism Authority, and the City of San Diego’s Department of Cultural Affairs. SAT. October 4, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (in-person at the Soap Factory) SUN. October 5, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. (virtually via YouTube) Vanguard Culture on Facebook / Instagram

San Diego Italian Film Festival Presents: 'Lasciate Andare (Let yourself Go)' Thursday Sept. 25, 7 p.m. La Paloma Elia (Italian star Toni Servillo) is a Jewish psychoanalyst from a purely Freudian school of thought. Due to his austere and detached manner, he is known to immediately inspire awe in his patients. Elia lives alone in a flat on the same floor as his ex-wife, Giovanna, with whom he is still secretly in love. After a minor illness, his doctor prescribes an iron-rich diet and physical activity to lose a few extra kilos. That is how Elia chances upon Claudia, a personal trainer with the cult of physique but clearly not of mind… In Italian with English Subtitles SD Italian Film Festival on Facebook / Instagram

Munich's famous river wave, the Eisbachwelle, vanished after a dredging in early November. Authorities are working to resurrect the beloved wave but impatient surfers have also tried their own methods.