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Thursday through Sunday at the convention, fans can stop by the Fifth Avenue Landing immediately behind the convention center for an “unhinged” carnival activation. Attendees will find a variety of rides and attractions inspired by the series, including Mr. Johnson’s Closet of Curiosities, Gregory’s Garden Goofballs, and the Principal Ava-inspired swing ride “Finest One in, First One Out”. Additional fun includes Barbara’s “Blessed and Pressed”, Melissa’s MVP Showdown, Janine’s “Reach for the Stars” challenge, and a quirky dunk tank experience. To top it off, the Philadelphia Eagles Drumline will perform hourly, and a festival playlist curated by The Roots’ Questlove, Ava’s fictional former bandmate, will set the atmosphere. Visit: https://sdccblog.com/2024/07/abbott-elementary-is-bringing-a-v-a-fest-to-san-diego-comic-con-2024/ The activation will be open: Thursday, July 25 from 9:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Friday, July 26 from 9:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday, July 27 from 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Sunday, July 28 from 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. ABBOTT ELEMENTARY on Facebook / Instagram #AbbottElementary

Vargas announced on Dec. 20 that she wouldn't serve a second term after winning re-election in November.

Viva La Música is back at SeaWorld San Diego every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from May 3 to May 19, celebrating Latin culture through live music, entertainment, new, flavorful food and festive decor. This year, the family-friendly event is bigger and better than ever as SeaWorld celebrates its 60th Anniversary. The music and the fun has expanded throughout the park with ‘So Much more to Sea’ including all headlining concerts at Bayside Amphitheater included with park admission, musical performances throughout the day by cultural and local groups, low rider car shows, and more! Sensational Live Latin Musical Performances Bayside Amphitheater, SeaWorld’s popular outdoor performance venue, is reopening for the year with an incredible lineup of concerts for guests to enjoy every Saturday and Sunday evening at 6 p.m. The Viva La Música concert series is included with park admission and the lineup includes: • May 4: Mariachi Divas - Enjoy a spirited mix of melodies, ranging from American pop music to Mexican folk songs and traditional tunes—all sung by the all-female Mariachi Divas, a groundbreaking, two-time Grammy® Award-winning musical group celebrating their 25th anniversary. • May 5: Pablo Montero – Pablo Montero is a Grammy® nominated singer and renowned actor whose catalog of romantic Latin music is beloved throughout the world. • May 11 & 12: Graciela Beltran – Tejano singer Graciela Beltran is widely known as one of regional Mexican music’s must influential female voice. Her releases have topped numerous Billboard Latin categories and the Top Latin Album charts. • May 18 & 19: La Original Banda el Limón - For over two decades, the 16-member band La Original Banda El Limón has been entertaining audiences with a unique blend of traditional banda sounds and modern musical elements. Guests will experience the infectious rhythms, lively horn sections, and powerful vocals! All concerts* are included with guest admission. Those looking for the best seats in the house can purchase reserved seating in advance of each show at https://seaworld.com/san-diego/events/viva-la-musica. For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit www.seaworldsandiego.com. SeaWorld San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

President Trump's executive order that the federal government recognizes only two sexes, male and female, is disrupting the lives of some trans, nonbinary and intersex people applying for passports.

A new morality law is full of restrictions. No neckties for men. Photos cannot be reproduced. The harshest rules are for women — who are singing out on social media to protest the ban on singing.

Choose from the following dates: July 15 – 19 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. August 5 – 9 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. This week of Summer Camp is all about woodworking! Children will learn about the safe use of hand tools as well as the properties of wood. Along the way, we’ll make fun and functional projects the children can later take home, including a group project that fosters teamwork, collaboration, and creative problem solving. Projects and depth of skill exploration are matched up to the children’s age/ability. This camp is recommended for children 8-12 years. OPTIONAL | Lunch Hour Supervision If there is a camp ending as ours begins and you need your child transferred, let us know! And, if you’d like your camper to stay during the lunch hour, there’s a $25 fee for the week to cover the lunchtime gap. They can bring a lunch and have lunch with us with the option to do a fun craft after lunch. Click here to read more & add the lunch break. • Military and sibling discounts: Email us for more information. • Scholarships available: Click here for an application. • If this class is full, click here to be added to the Interest List. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Five former employees of the San Diego Wave have filed a lawsuit in San Diego Superior Court.

Immigration officials now have permission to quickly expel migrants temporarily admitted via the CBP One App and a separate program for certain people fleeing Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela.

Celebrate Independence Day at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park California State Parks invite you to celebrate an old fashioned Fourth of July at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park! Visitors can join park staff and volunteers celebrating as early San Diego residents did in the 1800s with games, crafts, and live music from Big Mountain Blue Grass Band. Additional parking is available at the CalTrans headquarters, just two blocks from the park at 2994 Sunset Street. Event begins at 11 a.m. and ends at 3 p.m. Visit: Old Town San Diego

Join Santa Ysabel Art Gallery for a Champagne Reception and BBQ in celebration of Will Gullette’s exhibition “Idylls and Echoes” on Saturday, August 17, from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Guests will have the opportunity to meet the artist and appreciate his stunning plein-air oil paintings set against the rolling hills of Santa Ysabel. Will Gullette, a distinguished landscape painter, brings a unique perspective to his canvases, honed over 40 years as a professional photographer and teacher. His work evokes the spirit of the great French "Plein Air" painters, with impressionist textures and harmonious color palettes that vividly capture the natural beauty of San Diego County’s fields, forests, and mountains. Through pieces like “Sunnylands Spring,” viewers are transported to the local desert landscapes, fostering a deep connection with the region. “Idylls and Echoes” is on view at Santa Ysabel Art Gallery through September 1, 2024. For more information, visit: santaysabelartgallery.com stay Connected on Facebook