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The coming months will bring new seasons of Stranger Things and Slow Horses, a mysterious new science fiction series from Apple TV+, and a new Ken Burns documentary about the American Revolution.

From fantasy finales to animated spinoffs, here's a quick breakdown of the biggest Comic-Con 2025 announcements, grouped by genre for easy reading.

Enjoy a beautiful summer evening at San Diego Botanic Garden during Summer Nights every Thursday in July featuring live music and extended hours. This week, join Billy Lee and the Gulf Coasters for an evening of lively music! These longtime local favorites are known for their “gumbo jazz” and “vintage swing” music, entertaining audiences around the world. This high-energy show is perfect for all ages, so bring your friends and family to enjoy a fun night of dancing and music! A bar with craft beer, wine, non-alcoholic drinks, and light snacks will be available each night. Guests are also welcome to bring their own food and non-alcoholic drinks. Pack a picnic, get cozy, and make the most of your evening in the Garden! Tickets for Summer Nights can be purchased online and include after-hours admission to the Garden, with last admission at 6:45 p.m. Visit: Gumbo Jazz Night with Billy Lee and the Gulf Coasters at San Diego Botanic Garden San Diego Botanic Garden on Instagram and Facebook

Enjoy a beautiful summer evening at San Diego Botanic Garden during Summer Nights every Thursday in July featuring live music and extended hours. This week, rep your favorite tropical shirt or dress to enjoy the joyful, laid-back music of Island Mist Band! Representing the Mariana Islands — Guam, Saipan, Tinian, and Rota — this talented group features Janice on guitar, Lilly and Robert on ukuleles, and Benni on U-Bass. Members of the House of Chamorros at Balboa Park, the band has been sharing their “Island Style” music for over six years. Come dance and listen to the blend of Chamorro, Hawaiian, traditional, nostalgic, and contemporary songs, perfect for celebrating a summer evening! A bar with craft beer, wine, non-alcoholic drinks, and light snacks will be available each night. Guests are also welcome to bring their own food and non-alcoholic drinks. Pack a picnic, get cozy, and make the most of your evening in the Garden! Tickets for Summer Nights can be purchased online and include after-hours admission to the Garden, with last admission at 6:45 p.m. Visit: Tropical Night with Island Mist Band at San Diego Botanic Garden Island Mist on Instagram

Learn how dementia can impact the five senses and discover practical strategies to enhance the well-being of your loved ones. This session explores reminiscence therapy and nature-based dementia care, offering insights on how to improve communication, mood, and quality of life by creating sensory-friendly environments at home and in outdoor spaces. Led by Vicki Kaufmann, MA, MPST, a retired social service administrator and former certified family life educator (CFLE) who was a caregiver for her mother with Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia, this class provides valuable tools for caregivers seeking to make a meaningful difference. Visit: Class for Caregivers: Understanding Sensory Challenges in Dementia San Diego Botanic Garden on Instagram and Facebook

Attend an enlightening Local Voices conversation at the Dickinson Family Education Conservatory, with the San Diego Botanic Garden and the Solana Center for Environmental Innovation. This thought-provoking evening will include a moderated discussion on climate change and conservation with Ari Novy, President & CEO of San Diego Botanic Garden, and Jessica Toth, Executive Director of the Solana Center for Environmental Innovation. Hear how these two nonprofit organizations are working to strengthen efforts to mitigate climate change – from plant conservation to waste reduction – to help address urgent challenges affecting San Diego County and beyond. A question and answer session will follow the moderated discussion. Celebrated local author Richard Louv will moderate this session, offering additional insights into the state of our climate and our connection to the natural world.

Decades of metamorphosis and drag performer Joey Arias is far from his final form.

From its association with workers' rights in the 19th century to its inclusion in a video game, the famous old Italian song "Bella Ciao" has an evolving legacy.

Join us on Saturday, February 15, for the Heart Chakra Journey Sound Healing at San Diego Botanic Garden. Choose from two sessions: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. or 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m, and experience a heart-opening cacao ceremony, gentle breathwork, and a multidimensional sound journey designed to deepen your heart connection and guide you into a blissful meditative state. San Diego Botanic Garden on Facebook / Instagram

Chaired by Anna Haudenschild Meier, Jennifer Nelson, and Alex High, The Avant Garde Ball invites you to celebrate the fusion of art, music, and fashion in a way that San Diego has never experienced before. Save the date—Saturday, May 3, 2025—for a night of self-expression, where art extends beyond the gallery walls and MCASD transforms into a living runway. Guests are encouraged to let the works of contemporary art inspire their Avant Garde attire—fashion as bold, captivating, and expressive as the pieces on display. Please note: The Avant Garde Ball is a 21+ event. Tickets MCASD on Instagram and Facebook