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San Diego thought leaders weigh in on how American society measures up to key civic values and why those values still matter.

On the surface it's a gorgeous, hardscrabble Western, awash in stark landscapes, grubby faces, bar fights and banditry. But scratch away the grime, and you expose the pure, glitzy soap opera beneath.

The city’s third annual art festival returns Saturday, joined by the newly opened Casa Casillas cultural art center. Local artists and vendors will gather outside City Hall.

Close out 2025 in style at Escondido’s beautifully restored Ritz Theater with Countdown on Grand! Join us on Sunday, December 28 at 5:30 p.m. for an unforgettable evening of music on the last weekend of the year. Arrive early and join us for a festive cocktail hour in the Juniper Room at 4 p.m., featuring champagne and light bites to set the stage for a sparkling night ahead. If you loved our Cocktail Hour: Songs of the Rat Pack, you won’t want to miss this refreshed celebration. The evening features timeless classics from the Rat Pack alongside unforgettable hits by Ray Charles, Bobby Darin, Ella Fitzgerald, Michael Bublé, and more. This dazzling night of music will showcase powerhouse performances from Mel Collins, Michael Washington, Jim Graft, Patrick Barnitt, and the electrifying D. Ben-jamin Band. Celebrate the magic of live music, laughter, and community as we count down together to a brand-new year—right here on Grand Avenue in downtown Escondido!

The clean energy revolution is here. Solar, wind and batteries are the cheapest form of power on the planet, lowering costs, creating new jobs, and strengthening our communities. But some politicians and industries are trying to hold it back. Across the country, Sun Day action participants will celebrate the progress we’ve made and push for more. Together, we’ll make the sun rise on our clean energy future. Leading up to these efforts, on Saturday, September 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. we will celebrate a family-friendly Sun Day Picnic for our Solar Future with speeches, games, music and general merriment. This is a coalition event hosted by Interfaith Coalition for Earth Justice, SanDiego350, GreenFaith, and Third Act SoCal.

The food pantry at Brashear High School is open once a week, and each student gets about five minutes to shop. Any snacks they don't take often go to teachers, to offer to hungry pupils.

The MacArthur "Genius" Award-winner was best known as the founder of the Disability Visibility Project, which highlights disabled people and disability culture through storytelling projects, social media and other channels.

On Oct. 12 In Real Life (IRL) Movie Club will be screening "MY OMAHA" at the UltraStar Mission Valley Cinema in San Diego. The documentary, which will be screened at dozens of independent theaters across the United States on the same night, tells the story of filmmaker Nick Beaulieu's personal journey to document and reconcile with his terminally ill father, a staunch pro-Trump supporter. IRL Movie Club is a national, non-profit organization on a mission to strengthen democracy through the power of shared experience and dialogue. By design, the organization is low tech, grass roots, and community driven. Instead of a traditional Q&A after the show, members are encouraged to say hello to their seatmates, stick around to chat about the film, and spill out into their local neighborhoods for coffee, dinner, and connection.To make it as accessible as possible, the organization also subsidizes tickets and only charges $5 per person. Membership to the club is free.

The etymology of mistletoe — a plant with small, oval evergreen leaves and waxy white berries — may strike some as repugnant.

Over the past few months, we’ve gathered in deep, honest conversation—at our Community Town Halls and in countless side chats and follow-ups. One truth keeps rising to the surface: our communities are in crisis, and we can’t afford to keep working in silos. It’s time to move together—with clarity, purpose, and care. Now, it’s time to declare it. Join us. Community Town Hall #3: Emergency Declaration LaunchDate: Tuesday, June 17 Location: Chicano Park Museum & Cultural Center 4–6 p.m. | Community Town Hall #3 Be part of this powerful moment. - Learn about the Emergency Declaration - Sign on as an early supporter (our goal: 50 signatures by June 17!) - Celebrate this community-led initiative and help us build what comes nextProgram begins promptly at 4 p.m. Stay after for informal debrief and connection at Mujeres BrewHouse! … and if you can also join us in the morning! 10 a.m.| Press Conference Stand with us in launching the San Diego Emergency Declaration—a bold, collective response to hostile federal executive orders. This declaration is rooted in care, justice, and resourcing our communities. This isn’t just another meeting. It’s a movement—for a coordinated, caring, and just future. Let’s act like our futures are tied—because they are. Check out recaps from previous Community Town Halls: - Thurs 4/3 Community Town Hall #1 - Tues 4/29 Community Town Hall #2 Venue Info & Ways to SupportWe Look Forward to Your Participation! We are proud to hold our Community Town Hall series in Barrio Logan – a community that has long stood as a symbol of cultural strength and activism. Landmarks such as Chicano Park and the Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center reflect the decades of community-led efforts to preserve heritage and advocate for social justice. By convening in such a historically rich setting, we honor past movements and draw inspiration to collaboratively address current challenges, ensuring our actions are rooted in the enduring spirit of San Diego's communities. Our venue accommodates up to 80 attendees. To ensure broad representation, please coordinate within your organization or group to send 1–2 colleagues on your behalf. How You Can Contribute: Spread the Word: Share this invitation with individuals and networks who should be part of this conversation. Please be mindful of our venue capacity when extending invitations. Sponsorship: We are seeking sponsors to cover for food and refreshments at this community town hall. We love featuring local small businesses. Please email us at ccfsdchapter@gmail.com if you are able to support us in this important cause. Volunteer Your Time: If you're interested in assisting with planning or volunteering on the day of the event, please email us at ccfsdchapter@gmail.com. Let us know your availability and any specific skills or areas you'd like to contribute to. Visit: https://communitycentricfundraising.org/ Community-Centric Fundraising on Facebook / Instagram