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The House of Pacific Relations International Cottages, originally built for the 1935 California Pacific International Exposition, is a colorful complex of 32 single-story cottages. The varied cultures represented are matched by an equally diverse floral landscape from around the world. Discover the rich variety of trees and plants that most visitors miss while enjoying the charming cottages and their host cultures. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the first Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 90 minutes and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. It is advised that potential attendees contact the Balboa Park Visitors Center prior to the scheduled walk to determine if there are any last-minute changes or cancellations to the tours. Visit: Balboa Park Horticultural Tours Forever Balboa Park on Instagram and Facebook

Plants that live their lives rooted to a single spot must develop a broad range of defenses to survive. These defenses can be toxic to various insects and animals, including humans. Yet these plants have also provided the source for 70% to 80% of health-aiding medicines. This tour will explore the many examples of plants in Balboa Park to treat with caution. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the first Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 90 minutes and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. It is advised that potential attendees contact the Balboa Park Visitors Center prior to the scheduled walk to determine if there are any last-minute changes or cancellations to the tours. Forever Balboa Park on Facebook / Instagram

It's a slow week on the Billboard charts, but a few albums and singles are still having a huge impact, including Drake's new single, "What Did I Miss?," and the soundtrack to the Netflix original movie KPop Demon Hunters.

San Diego City Councilman Sean Elo-Rivera and San Diego County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Monica Montgomery Steppe will, on Wednesday, reveal a joint ordinance intended to protect renters from "junk fees" that drive up the cost of housing.

The annual contest for students in grades four through 12 is back for its eighth year — this time with a special prize for a podcast that marks the 250th anniversary of the United States.

In the 1990s, Christy Martin was considered the most exciting and successful female boxer. Her story is the basis of the new biopic Christy. We caught up with Martin at a gym in downtown Los Angeles.

Winter has arrived, and it’s time to fall in love with the magic of La Gondola. From December 3 to 23, The Gondola Company invites you to celebrate the season with a Holiday Gondola Cruise through the charming Coronado Cays. Step aboard a beautifully decorated gondola, where a festively dressed gondolier will guide you through peaceful waterways to the soft sounds of holiday music. Each ride is designed to capture the spirit of the season. Enjoy complimentary corkage, so you’re welcome to bring along your favorite drinks. To make the experience even more special, you can add festive touches like holiday-themed wine glasses and mugs, freshly baked gingerbread cookies, and cozy holiday blankets to keep warm. Holiday Gondola Cruises start at just $129 for two guests and offer a magical way to enjoy the season. Planning something bigger? The Holiday Caorlina Cruises can accommodate up to 14 passengers, starting at $530. This year, make your holidays truly memorable and set sail into the season with The Gondola Company. Visit: https://www.gondolacompany.com/holiday-gondola-cruise/ The Gondola Company on Instagram and Facebook

Fresh Air's book critic says her picks tilt a bit to nonfiction, but the novels that made the cut redress the imbalance by their sweep and intensity. Karen Russell's The Antidote was her favorite.

Premieres Monday, Aug. 25, 2025 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app. On a small farm in Norway, the Paynes lead a purposefully isolated life, striving to be wild and free. They are self-sufficient, practice home-schooling, and foster a close family dynamic in harmony with nature. But when tragedy strikes, they must adapt to the demands of modern society. Filmmaker Silje Evensmo Jacobsen captures an intimate portrait of love, life, and growing up.

Home of Guiding Hands, a nonprofit organization that provides quality support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will host its 43rd Annual Charity Golf Classic on Friday, October 10 at Singing Hills Golf Club at Sycuan on the Oak Glen Golf Course. The day kicks off at 7 a.m. with registration, coffee, breakfast, and Bloody Marys, followed by a 9 a.m. shotgun start. Golfers will enjoy a full day of fun, including an 18-hole tournament, putting contest, on-course activities, including a Beat The Pro Challenge. They will enjoy margarita slushies and other thirst-quenching beverages and food stations throughout the course. Each player will also receive a complimentary mulligan, raffle ticket, golf shirt, and swag bag. After the tournament, players will gather on the banquet lawn for an awards reception featuring food, drinks, raffle drawings, and the announcement of tournament and auction winners. Proceeds from the Golf Classic will directly benefit Home of Guiding Hands’ wide range of services, including housing, early childhood development, independent living skills, respite care, and more. The organization serves more than 4,700 infants, adolescents, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities each year across San Diego and Imperial Counties. This year’s event is presented by the Kerr Family Foundation. Tickets begin at $300, with options for both individual players and teams of four. Sponsorships are also available. Home of Guiding Hands on Facebook / Instagram