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The CHP's holiday enforcement period will begin 6 p.m. Wednesday on New Year's Eve and end at 11:59 p.m. Thursday, New Year's Day.

The Coronado Historical Association is delighted to host noted historian, author, and SDSU lecturer Richard Carrico for the final installment of the Fall 2025 Wine & Lecture Series. Mr. Carrico will be covering the buried history of San Diego's lost city: El Presidio Real de San Diego. Established in 1769 and abandoned by 1835, El Presidio was the first permanent European settlement on the Pacific coast and was the base for all the Spanish missions that spread throughout California. Come explore the history and hidden remnants of this National Historic Landmark through this fascinating lecture! Join us Thursday, December 18 at 5:30 p.m. for a wine & cheese reception followed by the lecture from 6 to 7 p.m. Tickets are available now by clicking Register Now above! Member ($15 each) Non-Member ($20 each) Important Registration Information: Capacity is limited and reservations are required. No walk-ins will be admitted. If you have any questions, please email info@coronadohistory.org or call (619) 435-7242. About the Speaker: Richard L. Carrico, writer and educator, is a U.S Army veteran. He is a lecturer in the Department of American Indian Studies at San Diego State University and lives in Warner Springs. He is a well-respected scholar, public speaker, and researcher who has made significant contributions to our understanding of local Native American culture. His primary area of research is the Indian people of southern California and northern Mexico followed closely by the Spanish colonial period in San Diego County. Richard was recently presented with the prestigious Norman Neuerburg Award for Outstanding Contributions Towards the Study and Preservation of California’s Missions, Presidios, and Ranchos. In addition to more than 30 publications in professional journals, Richard is the author of an award-winning true crime book "Monsters on the Loose" (2024), "History of Wines and Wineries of San Diego County" (2016); Ramona and other books including the revised "Strangers in a Stolen Land: The Indians of San Diego County" (2018). Beyond the academic realm Richard has authored historically or archaeologically based articles for the San Diego Union, California Magazine, Ranch and Coast Magazine, San Diego Home & Garden, and other popular magazines. He also has authored stand-alone chapters in four academic books. Coronado Historical Association on Facebook

Come immerse yourself in archetypal and lived journey stories with members of Storytellers of San Diego. Armchair and other travelers unite in an up close and alive tale spinning event hosted by Jim Dieckmann, aided and abetted by Marilyn McPhie, Emily Stamets, Mindy Donner, and introducing Phoenix Coverly. Tellers will regale with personal, original, folkloric and literary stories. Great java and barista drinks available. Arts-filled atmosphere near the Pacific ocean. Ages 12 and up. Storytellers of San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

2-Day FREE Workshop to promote mental well-being and help participants live happier lives. It's inter-generational for teens 13 plus and adults. The workshop is presented by Professionals in Positive Psychology, concerned teachers, youth leaders, parents and grandparents. Time, expertise, food, and materials all have been donated! Attendees of all ages will discover The Happiness Advantage strategies with hands-on activities to strengthen their own resilience to negative influences and start a positive ripple effect throughout families, schools, and neighborhoods. Snap shot of the event: - Friday September 19 hosted dinner with music, storytelling, and community connections - Saturday September 20 hosted lunch & full-day workshop The Orange Frog Happiness Experience - Research-backed strategies to use at school and at home The Orange Frog Experience - Website / Facebook / LinkedIn

We are part of Eastlake High School’s robotics team, TitanBot 2543. We are a FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) team, a team run entirely by students, and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 45-3973984) located in Chula Vista, CA. Additional information about us is available at http://titanbot.org/. We are also a student chapter of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), called SWENext. As part of our team's community outreach, we organize and host an annual Girls Inspiring Real Leadership In STEAM (G.I.R.L.S.) Conference. We have the opportunity to invite students from 6th-12th grades to listen to selected inspirational speakers from STEAM careers and leadership backgrounds that could form a lasting impact on the young students in our community. Our goal is to inspire and equip students from 6th to 12th grade to become tomorrow's leaders while fostering an interest in STEAM education. It is not limited to girls attending; everyone is welcome to come. Though we are still encouraging girls in STEAM. This year, the theme of our conference is “Taking the Helm”. Our event is divided into two segments. The first segment consists of speaker presentations that each last for about ten minutes. The second segment will be our “Speed Networking” event, where we present students with the opportunity to talk to college students and other professionals in STEAM careers and education. This year, our event will be hosted at Eastlake Middle School and is planned for Saturday, September 20, 2025. Our networking event will begin at 12 p.m. and will conclude around 1:30 p.m. The entire conference is planned to end at around 2 p.m. FRC Team 2543 TitanBot on Instagram

San Diego welcomes Milenko Matanovic, founder of the Pomegranate Center. Discover how democracy, community, and art come together to inspire meaningful, collaborative change. Join us for a kick-off Talk on September 15, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in Balboa Park to hear Milenko speak on lessons learned from a lifetime of art, community building, and gathering places. Light Refreshments will be served. For more information contact (619-2350-5257) or imgoldman@sandiego.gov Please register to attend: https://forms.gle/UZQYN4hgfHsrPDtB6 San Diego ART Matters on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for the first annual RiseFest; a vibrant community event located in Ramona at The Stables at Highlander. Celebrate the autumn harvest, showcasing local creativity, craft vendors, games, food, and drink all while gathering for good. Nestled amidst Ramona's breathtaking grasslands and majestic mountain views, this inaugural event promises a delightful blend of local food, refreshing drinks, and unique craft vendors. Sit, sip, and shop, knowing every purchase directly supports The Rise Concept, a San Diego 501(c)3 nonprofit providing vital empowerment resources. Come celebrate, connect, and contribute to a stronger community this fall! Thoughtfully inspired by a tapestry—its precision of needlework and the welcoming, geometric pieces of a quilt; RiseFest embodies the magic of people coming together. It's a visual promise of unity and shared purpose, utilizing creativity, personal touch, and the core values of respect and kindness. Through community initiatives, The Rise Concept directly supports local at-risk youth, survivors of human trafficking, and challenged veterans; from generating crucial funds, to providing essential items, and creating valuable networking connections that link people with skills, passions, and resources. Rise Nonprofit and Resale Shop on Instagram

Vanguard Culture’s 2-day creative industry symposium explores the role of the arts in fostering a more livable and inspiring future. From the impact of AI technology on the creative sector to fundraising in uncertain times, mental health, leadership, and beyond, this event offers essential tools and insights for creative professionals. Designed for industry professionals from film, theatre, dance, visual arts, fashion, music and more. Participate in dynamic workshops, thought-provoking panel discussions, portfolio reviews, and unparalleled networking opportunities designed to forge connections across industries and inspire hope for the future of humanity. Produced by Vanguard Culture in partnership with The Soap Factory, Art.Power.Equity, the San Diego Museum Council, Better APC, Mental Wellness for Artists, Caring for Mama, San Diego Art Matters, Creative Youth Development Network, San Diego Union-Tribune, KPBS Arts, the San Diego Tourism Authority, and the City of San Diego’s Department of Cultural Affairs. SAT. October 4, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (in-person at the Soap Factory) SUN. October 5, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. (virtually via YouTube) Vanguard Culture on Facebook / Instagram

San Diego Italian Film Festival Presents: 'Lasciate Andare (Let yourself Go)' Thursday Sept. 25, 7 p.m. La Paloma Elia (Italian star Toni Servillo) is a Jewish psychoanalyst from a purely Freudian school of thought. Due to his austere and detached manner, he is known to immediately inspire awe in his patients. Elia lives alone in a flat on the same floor as his ex-wife, Giovanna, with whom he is still secretly in love. After a minor illness, his doctor prescribes an iron-rich diet and physical activity to lose a few extra kilos. That is how Elia chances upon Claudia, a personal trainer with the cult of physique but clearly not of mind… In Italian with English Subtitles SD Italian Film Festival on Facebook / Instagram

China's People's Liberation Army is staging a second day of large-scale military drills around Taiwan. It's unleashing live-fire exercises as part of what it calls "Justice Mission 2025."