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Lightscape at the San Diego Botanic Garden continues on select nights through January 8 with one-of-a-kind artistic installations from international artists. This unique immersive experience at the garden guides visitors through a festive world of wonder with over one million twinkling lights in various attractions that come alive at night with color, imagination and sound. This enchanting, after-dark experience is set along a beautifully illuminated walking trail custom-designed for San Diego. Lightscape ticketholders will walk a one-mile-long path with suspended strands and tunnels of light, a fire garden, lantern trees, and other artistic installations, all while enjoying some sweet and savory treats along with hot chocolate and other seasonal refreshments. Lightscape at the San Diego Botanic Garden runs on select nights through Sunday, January 8 from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tickets start at $29 for adults, $18 for children ages 3-12, and free for ages 2 and under. Discounted tickets are also available for San Diego Botanic Garden Members and active and combat-disabled Military with I.D. Parking is also available for $10 per vehicle or $20 on the day of the visit. Entry times are every 15 minutes, and tickets are available for purchase online by visiting www.sdbgarden.org/lightscape. SOCIALS | Follow San Diego Botanic Garden on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Zephyr was silenced and barred for chiding her Republican colleagues over legislation to restrict gender-affirming health care and for encouraging protesters.

Saturday, July 30: LITVAKdance performs alongside guest companies from Los Angeles to Tijuana in its second annual Dancing Outdoors at ICA San Diego North in Encinitas, CA. See live music by Perla Negra Latin Jazz Trio, peruse art exhibitions by Aaron Glasson and ICA/SD resident artist Minerva Cuervas, and enjoy the beautiful outdoor setting, all with a drink in hand. Two shows: 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. Follow them on Facebook!

Join us for a party! Soroptimist International of Oceanside-Carlsbad in partnership with the Merrill Lynch Women’s Exchange will honor the achievements of several of our past Live Your Dream education grant awardees, as we dine and dance the night away in a beautiful outdoor setting overlooking the Agua Hedionda Lagoon and Pacific Ocean. You’ll enjoy great food, delicious wine and cocktails as well as live music by the popular local group, The Ride (https://www.facebook.com/TheRideBandSanDiego). You will have the opportunity to help other women realize their dreams by donating to The Giving Wall, participating in a Wine Pull or bidding on some fun items in our Auction. Follow them on social media! Facebook + Instagram

Join us at AR Workshop Coronado for creative and crafty Summer Art Camps! This morning session camp is $225 per registrant, and runs from Monday-Thursday from 9:00 am-12:00 pm each day. Our camps are designed for girls and boys, ages 7-14. Kids will create 4 DIY youth projects and a DIY Art apron over the course of the camp! Participants will be able to customize and choose their project designs and paint colors from our decor line of paints! This Week's Summer Art Camp Projects will include: Project 1: 12” Round Lazy Susan Project 2: 12x16 3D Paper and Wood Project 3: Canvas Pillow Project 4: 12x16 Paint and String Art Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

The Little Italy Association invites the public to attend its annual State of the Neighborhood event at the Piazza della Famiglia on Thursday, September 22 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Hear from Chief Executive Administrator of the Little Italy Association, Marco Li Mandri, on the success of the neighborhood during the pandemic, as well as any new events, new art installations, upcoming projects and new initiatives going on in the neighborhood. Attendance for the event is free, but there is a VIP ticket option for $50 that includes one entrée from the Little Italy Food Hall, a glass of wine, a pre-selected dessert and reserved seating for the presentation. General seating in the piazza will act on a first come, first serve basis. The community is welcome to arrive early and enjoy food, snacks and beverages from surrounding Little Italy restaurants or even grab a glass of wine or beer at the Little Italy Food Hall to enjoy during the presentation. Neighbors, community members, business owners, residents and visitors will be in attendance for this special evening. Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

Stream Seasons 1-2 now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Saturdays, Feb. 28 - April 18, 2026 at 10 p.m. on KPBS 2. Retired Detective Inspector Alex Ridley is called back to advise on a complex and compelling murder case by his replacement and former protege DI Carol Farman. Carol is keen to access Ridley’s unique insight into crime-solving which served them so well in the past, but the investigation takes a dark and unexpected twist.

President Bajram Begaj recognized Lipa, the daughter of Albanian immigrants, for her musical talents and contribution to spreading international awareness of Albania.

Allow yourself to be carried away by the deep feeling of freedom and connection of the MindTravel Silent Walking Meditation. This magical experience is led by MindTravel creator and composer, Murray Hidary. Note: This hike is rated as Moderate with an elevation gain of 900 ft and little shade coverage. Please plan accordingly. Over the course of the MindTravel experience, you’ll join other MindTravelers exploring one of the world's most beautiful trails while guided by MindTravel music delivered through MindTravel headphones. The evocative piano music ignites freedom and expansiveness that amplifies the healing and inspirational power of being surrounded by beauty. After a short introduction and intention-setting. the group will venture forth on a guided meditative hike up Cowles Mountain complete with a stunning 360 degree view of San Diego for a contemplative and powerful creative journey--all while enveloped in the transcendent sounds of the beautiful, original MindTravel compositions. MindTravel will provide the wireless headphones. Socials: Murray Hidary: Instagram & Twitter MindTravel: Facebook

The Carlsbad City Library invites children and families to attend a special program recognizing the 2022 Ringing of the Peace Bells. The library program will consist of a storytime about the topics of peace and friendship and a Japanese-themed craft activity, followed by a live on-camera Zoom session with Futtsu, Japan for the bell ringing ceremony. The event, in cooperation with Carlsbad’s Sister City, Futtsu, Japan, will commemorate 77 years of peace since the first use of an atomic bomb in Hiroshima, Japan. Sister Cities International was created at President Eisenhower’s 1956 White House conference on citizen diplomacy. At a Glance: Date: Aug. 5, 2022, 4:15 – 6 p.m. Location: Georgina Cole Library, 1250 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad Calif. 92008 For children in grades K-3 and their families Storytime, craft activity will run from 4:15 – 5 p.m. The live, on-camera Zoom session for the bell ringing ceremony will begin at 5 p.m. Event is free For more information, contact Bill Sannwald, Senior Librarian, 442-339-2926 or bill.sannwald@carlsbadca.gov.