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Our Bodies Are Designed to Return to the Earth Join our Zoom to learn what a Conservation Cemetery is… permanently protected natural land where burials restore habitat. We'll take a deep dive into how a conservation cemetery differs from modern burial practices, and how it compares to green burial. Here in California, we’re a community that thrives outdoors! From beaches to deserts to mountains, yet when it comes to our final rest, our options are far removed from the natural rhythms that reflect our lifestyle. Modern burial practices - concrete vaults, metal caskets, and toxic embalming chemicals - lock our bodies away from the very process we were designed for: to decompose naturally and nourish the earth. Instead of restoring the land, these practices harm it. It doesn’t have to be this way. A Conservation Cemetery is more than green burial. It’s a way of restoring land, protecting wildlife, and ensuring our final act on earth is one of renewal, not depletion. Join us for this community gathering to: Learn how conservation cemeteries differ from standard and green cemeteries. Explore how our end-of-life choices can heal the planet. Be part of the growing movement urging California lawmakers to cut the red tape and make these options available here at home. Let's be honest... there isn't a lot of transparency within our current funeral industry, we want to change that! Join us for real conversation about our common burial practices and gain an understanding about how harmful they are not only to our bodies, but to the planet - and learn about greener options that may impact your end-of-life decision making. Questions? hello@dodeathdifferent.com Instagram @thedeathnetwork Website www.TheDeathNetwork.com We can't wait to see you!

The San Diego Botanic Garden will host "A Journey through the Desert Flora of the Middle East," a special lecture with Dr. Ori Fragman-Sapir, Scientific Director of the Jerusalem Botanical Gardens. Taking place in the Dickinson Family Conservatory, guests will explore the diverse plant life of Israel, Jordan, Egypt, and the UAE, gaining insight into how flora adapt to harsh desert conditions and the conservation efforts protecting these ecosystems. The San Diego Botanic Garden on Facebook / Instagram

The El Cajon Police Department and state attorney general are at odds over how to interpret a state law involving license plate reader data.

First, with multiple ICE arrests taking place near San Diego schools, Union del Barrio is training teachers on how to protect students from potential immigration enforcement. Then, we spoke with a California lawmaker looking to crack down on microplastics. Next, we discuss price increases with the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce president. Finally, a new mental health tactic originating in the UK is now being applied in San Diego.

Join us on September 19 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. for ARTS after Dark: Piñata Icons. Piñata Icons will provide a taste of tradition as we celebrate Latine Heritage Month! We’ll learn how to construct a piñata from scratch and add our own creative spin to it. The event will be led by our amazing ARTS Teaching Artist, Lerida Armendariz. It’s going to be a fun evening, perfect for everyone, no matter your skill level. All materials will be provided, and there will be opportunities to purchase beer and wine. Grab your friends and get ready for a night of creativity and fun at the ARTS Center! A Reason To Survive (ARTS) on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for an unforgettable open-air culinary celebration honoring women who are redefining the worlds of food, sport, and beyond. Hosted by Olympic gold medalist and World Cup champion Alex Morgan, the evening showcases a powerhouse lineup of seven acclaimed female chefs—Adria Marina, Michelle Mathelin, Claudia Sandoval, Catherine McCord, Zuliya Khawaja, Fairmont’s Executive Sous Chef Izzy Buasier, and Karen Krasne of Extraordinary Desserts. Guests will savor a multi-course dinner paired with JUSTIN wines and inventive cocktails, including a refreshing Hendrick’s cucumber lemonade crafted under the expertise of one of the world’s few female master distillers. The night also shines a spotlight on the Alex Morgan Foundation, empowering young women to thrive in sports and in life. Tickets are $399 per guest, with a limited number of VIP overnight packages available.

Grab your scientist thinking caps and join us as we explore the winter season. You will have SNOW much fun building, creating, and completing other icy cold winter experiments and activities at Children’s Museum of Discovery! December 29 - 31 Ages: 4 - 8 years old Registration: Members- $195 | Non-members: $225 Last day of registration: December 15 Children’s Museum of Discovery on on Facebook / Instagram

Catch breakout San Diego artist and four-time San Diego Music Award nominee Jesse Ray Smith live at the Brooks Theater (217 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA) with his full five-piece band for a night of powerful original music. The evening opens with a special performance by the Whitney Shay Duo. A soulful night of music you won’t want to miss! Jesse Ray Smith on Facebook / Instagram

A celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Central Library Concert Series and the 25th anniversary of UC San Diego Library's Toy Piano Festival! For 25 years, UC San Diego Library’s Exhibits and Events Coordinator Scott Paulson has hosted the Toy Piano Festival, which pays homage to UC San Diego’s history with the adorable instrument. This special performance in the Neil Morgan Auditorium will feature Kay Etheridge, Kenneth Herman, Christian Hertzog, Scott Paulson, Barbara Scheidker, and special guest Sue Palmer, known as “The Queen of Boogie-Woogie.” To celebrate this milestone event, the Central Library also has a selection of toy pianos from UC San Diego Library's collection on exhibit on the 8th floor throughout the month of September, paired with fun facts and timelines about this versatile instrument! Want a double dose of toy pianos? A second performance will be hosted on the UC San Diego campus at the Geisel Library on Tuesday, September 30. San Diego Public Library on Instagram San Diego Central Library on Facebook

Ever wonder how certain animals survive in their unique habitats? This November, join the Children’s Museum of Discovery for our Fall Camp: Animal Superheroes, where campers will discover the amazing adaptations that help animals thrive in the deepest oceans, the hottest deserts, and beyond! November 24 - 26 Ages: 4 - 8 years old Registration: Members- $195 | Non-members: $225 Last day of registration: November 10 Children’s Museum of Discovery on Facebook / Instagram