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A KPBS investigation found state and county officials have given millions in tax breaks to a local nonprofit that owns the Imperial Regional Detention Facility.

Join us for a fun-filled celebration to launch this year’s Summer Reading Program: Plant a Seed, Read, where the focus is on how both reading & food can nourish our lives! 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.: Participate in a fun storytime with Ms. Maureen, Smile Dentistry, and puppets! 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Enroll in the Summer Reading Program. Meet 20+ amazing community partners. Enjoy crafts, games, & giveaways. Listen to musical performances by Bach to Rock & Bertrand's Music. Community Partners: American Red Cross, Bach to Rock PQ, Bertrand's Music & Lessons, Brain Balance, BrightLife Kids, Carlsbad City Library - Genealogy & Carlsbad History Division, Coastal Medix, Family Health Center Of San Diego, Feeding San Diego, Fresh Brothers, Girl Scouts, Healthy Adventures Foundation, Le Petit Patissier A Culinary Arts Lab For Kids, Papaya Veterinary Care, San Diego Archaeological Center, San Diego Chinese Historical Museum, San Diego Humane Society, SDSU - Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences, SLAM Summer Camp, Smile PHR, SPACE Lab - San Diego State University, Tree San Diego, Voltage Vipers FTC Robotics Team. Visit: https://sandiego.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=329900

Come celebrate freedom and community at the 6th annual Juneteenth at the Beach event! Join us at the beautiful La Jolla Shores for a day filled with music, art, performances, community vendors, free surf lessons, games, food, and fun. Get ready to enjoy live performances, delicious BBQ, and activities for all ages. This in-person event is the perfect way to honor Juneteenth and come together as a community. Don't miss out on this special celebration at the beach! Surf lessons will require sign-up and RSVP, which will be released closer to the event date. We'll see you at the beach! Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/6th-annual-juneteenth-at-the-beach-x-paddle-for-peace-tickets-1989058260802?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Paddle For Peace on Instagram and Facebook

Hundreds of rescue workers have been deployed in hardest hit cities trying to free victims still trapped under the rubble. Hundreds of people are still missing.

Catch world-class hoops right here in Oceanside as the USA Basketball Men’s National Team battles the Dominican Republic as part of the USA FIBA Men’s World Cup Qualifying games. FIBA Basketball World Cup on Facebook / Instagram

The San Diego Book Festival has released its 2026 schedule and it has something for book enthusiasts of all ages and interests. The schedule features panel discussions with award-winning authors, activities, live entertainment, exhibitors including independent booksellers, local authors, food trucks and more.

Join us at Vin de Syrah, a speakeasy in the Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego, for a Galentine's paint and sip night! Whether you're a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, this event promises a memorable experience. All materials are provided, including paint, an 11x14 canvas per painter, easels, high-quality brushes, and aprons. Although aprons are provided, it is recommended to wear comfortable clothing that you don’t mind getting a little paint on (just in case). Happy hour pricing for craft cocktails and wine will be available for the duration of class. Miranda Rose Art on Facebook / Instagram

The Escondido Downtown Business Association (EDBA) is proud to host the 30th annual Escondido Street Festival, returning Sunday, May 17 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The community festival is held each spring and fills Grand Avenue with music, artisans and fun. This year's festival – between Escondido Blvd. and Ivy Street in beautiful Historic Downtown Escondido – includes free, live professional music on multiple stages, provided by Wildcat Guitars, as well as a Beer & Wine Garden. The ever-popular "Art in the Garden" also returns to the Grand Avenue Festival, a juried art show, bringing many talented Southern California artists to show and sell their work. "Art in the Garden" takes place at Heritage Garden on the northeast corner of Juniper Street and Grand Avenue in Downtown Escondido. Presented by MAGEC (Museums & Arts: Growing Escondido Culture) and the EDBA, guests can shop directly from the artists, hear about their inspiration and how their art was created. Festival goers can shop from hundreds of vendors, including unique hand-crafted gifts, imports, and delicious international cuisine. There are also many family friendly, interactive kids’ crafts, as well as a variety of free hands-on art activities and even stilt walkers from Cirque Quirk. The festival was made possible with support from Kingsbarn Realty Capital, Viasat Fiber and Icon Industries. Visit: https://www.downtownescondido.com/escondido-street-festival Downtown Business Association on Instagram and Facebook

Hosted by Oceanside International Film Festival Executive Director Lou Niles, OIFF’s annual & fan-favorite tradition returns to the Brooks Theater for a special festival preview night celebration of local and international surf filmmaking right in the heart of Downtown Oceanside. Surf and film enthusiasts alike can enjoy four separate lineups of nonfiction surf filmmaking from around the globe. Doors open at 12 p.m. for this all-day affair, so be sure to grab your seats early. The festival will then continue the following week for its 15th annual event! Visit: osidefilm.org/oiff2026-surf-night/ Oceanside Int'l Film Festival on Facebook / Instagram

As he marches on, his flag blows back into his face, leaving him unaware he is only a step away from a perilous fall. As usual with Banksy's art, the statue presents a sharp critique of society.