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CipherHacks is a free, student-led cybersecurity and computer science hackathon designed for high school students across San Diego. Over two days, participants will team up to design, code, and present projects while building technical skills, collaborating with peers, and connecting with industry mentors. The event is open to all skill levels — from first-time coders to experienced developers. Students will have access to hands-on workshops, mentorship, and panel discussions featuring both college students and industry professionals. Participants can compete in prize tracks such as: • Best Beginner Project • Best Design • Overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place (Judge + Popular Vote) With free food, swag, prizes, and industry networking, CipherHacks creates an inclusive environment for students to learn, experiment, and showcase their creativity. Registration is free and open until September 30, 2025. Register at cipherhacks.tech/register Follow updates on Instagram: @CipherHacks2025

Stream early beginning Dec. 7 with KPBS Passport / Premieres Sundays, Jan. 11 - Feb. 15, 2026 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+. Miss Eliza Scarlet is doing her best to have it all. Her business is thriving, but her personal life enters new territory as she attempts to follow her heart and develop a relationship with Inspector Alexander Blake. Eliza may be an expert solving crimes, but she’s very much a novice when it comes to love. Can Eliza juggle the twin demands of her personal and professional life?

Trump has repeated debunked claims that Afrikaners are facing a "white genocide" in South Africa. Critics say the false statements are causing conflict in a country still recovering from apartheid.

Author Rabih Alameddine won for his novel The True True Story of Raja the Gullible (and His Mother). Other winners include a book for young people about orphans on the run in Iran during World War II.

Trick or Trade San Diego: A Halloween Collectibles Event Date & Time: Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Millionaires HQ, 105 S. 31st Street Suite B, San Diego, CA 92113 Get ready, San Diego! One Stop Trade House presents Trick or Trade, a Halloween-themed collectibles trade night bringing together some of the best vendors and collectors in Southern California. This family-friendly event is the perfect place to buy, sell, and trade across all types of collectibles. Whether you’re into Pokémon TCG, One Piece Card Game, sports cards, Funko Pops, Hot Wheels, Panini, or anime collectibles, you’ll find something for your collection. With 15+ vendors, raffles, giveaways, and special prizes, there’s excitement for both seasoned collectors and newcomers. Why You’ll Love It: - A festive Halloween-themed atmosphere - A wide variety of collectibles and trading opportunities - Raffles, prizes, and exclusive finds - Food and drinks available on-site - A chance to connect with San Diego’s growing collector community Whether you’re a hardcore hobbyist or just getting started, Trick or Trade San Diego is the must-attend event this fall. Cards & Collectors on Facebook / Instagram

Glow N Float Pumpkin Patch – 5th Annual Halloween Bash at Plunge! Get ready as Plunge transforms into a glowing pumpkin wonderland for San Diego’s most unique, family-friendly Halloween event! Highlights include: - Swim through a glowing pumpkin patch - Walk the Orange Carpet & enter our Costume Contest (big prizes!) - Snap spooky pics in our Bat Cave & Candied Pumpkin Wall - Conquer the Aqua Jungle floating obstacle course - Live DJ, games, crafts, face painting & prizes - Try the Pumpkin Cold Plunge – eerie, Insta-worthy, and family-friendly! - Enjoy treats, giveaways, and glowing accessories for all guests! Tickets Here: https://buytickets.at/plungesandiego1/1837821 Plunge San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

This week brings new releases from Joy Williams, Simon Winchester and Tracy K. Smith, among other talented writers.

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at 11 a.m. on KPBS 2. The film looks at the evolution of horses in North America by placing Indigenous Lakota science alongside ground-breaking DNA research.

The pumpkin season magic continues at our annual Fall Festival here at City Farmers Nursery. We welcome thirty local craftspeople and artists, including potters, bakers, painters, and welders, retailing handmade items for a festive, unique community craft experience. Our 40-year zucchini and pumpkin growing contest tradition continues at the Fall Festival. At 10 a.m. we’ll determine the winners of the Zucchini Growing Contest (17+), who will sign the “King Zuke” trophy and claim bragging rights for the year. At 11 a.m., we’ll crown the junior gardener winner of the Pumpkin Growing Contest (ages 3–16). At 12 p.m., we’ll host free games and prizes for all children in attendance. City Farmers Nursery on Facebook / Instagram

Spiny Lobster season has arrived in San Diego! Running from October through March, this highly-sought after delicacy will be the star of the show for one night at Vistal during its quarterly "Behind the Catch" dinner series on Friday, October 17 at 6:15 p.m.! This immersive and educational dinner will have diners learn not only about the local spiny lobster species, but also about recreational and commercial lobster fishing firsthand from industry experts, followed by a 5-course dinner featuring the sought-after local delicacy. All diners will be automatically entered into a raffle, with prizes from Promar, Spear America, and Intercontinental San Diego, raffled off at the end of the dinner. The menu includes a Spiny Lobster Mousse, Spiny Lobster Roll, a Chocolate Glazed Pumpkin Spiced Cake, and more! Come to Vistal and dive deep into the seafood industry and this local species at the height of its season through this unforgettable expert-led conversation and curated dinner! Vistal Bar + Restaurant on Facebook / Instagram