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Paola Hernández-Jiao is the Public Matters community engagement manager at KPBS. Public Matters is an initiative that provides content, conversation and events ensuring all San Diegans understand their opportunity to participate in the democratic process including news stories on politics and governance, facilitated, in-person discussions around important issues that often divide us, helpful resources and explainers about participation in community groups and institutions that make decisions that impact our lives on a daily basis.

Celebrate Pride with a darker edge at Gothic Pride, a one-night fusion of queer power, industrial beats, and underground energy — hosted at The Rail on Friday, June 20. This electrifying event brings together San Diego’s alt-queer scene with a dancefloor soundtracked by the best in gothic, industrial, new wave, futurepop, and trance. Whether you come dressed in black lace or neon PVC, all are welcome to take part in a night where identity, expression, and music collide. Featuring DJs: - Cheshire - Kaerie - Robin Roth With haunting visuals, immersive sound, and a celebration of queer goth culture, Gothic Pride offers an alternative Pride experience — one that’s powerful, pulsing, and full of spirit. All proceeds go toward Goth Collective’s official Pride Parade float, helping bring more visibility, creativity, and edge to the celebration of our queer community. Visit: Gothic Pride at The Rail

Nutritionists agree reducing the amount of sugar people consume would be good for the Nation's health. But the plan to block people from using food assistance to buy soda is getting mixed reviews.

The Best of San Diego is San Diego's longest running local showcase that has helped launch the careers of some of the top comedians in the industry today. You will see comedians from all levels from opener to headliner, going back to back to back, making you laugh from start to finish. This is the show that will allow you to say, "I remember seeing them at the La Jolla Comedy Store way back in..." Former Best of San Diego alumni include Taylor Tomlinson(Netflix, Comedy Central, Last Comic Standing) Bobby Lee (MadTV, Comedy Central, Showtime) Taylor Williamson (AGT Finalist) Vicki Barbolak (Nick at Nite's Funniest Mom in America winner, AGT finalist) Dat Phan (original winner of Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central) and Fazon Love (BET's Comic View, Friday, Elf, Wild 'N Out) Some of the current Best of San Diego Comedians include Mal Hall, Jason Lawhead (Gotham Comedy Live, Last Comic Standing), Zoltan Kaszas (DryBar Comedy, Man Up Stand Up,) and Dustin Nickerson (Comedy Central, Laughs). Visit: thecomedystore.com/la-jolla/ The Comedy Store La Jolla on Instagram

The Muse is an archival series of San Diego’s current fashion, art, and music in one unified community. We’re back and better than ever–higher quality production and fostering comm(unity) in an open, safe, and free-flowing space! Come hang out with us and enjoy music by local artists and musicians! The Muse started as an outlet for all creatives to share their unique voice as we were coming out of a tumultuous 2 years in (mostly) solitude. It was a space for reconnecting our social-neural pathways and helped creative individuals find new collaborators to benchmark a new chapter in their creative journeys. Visit: The Muse: Pride Month The Muse San Diego on Instagram

Activists outside Las Colinas Jail say when mom is inside, it’s like the whole family is serving time.

Join Southern Caregiver Resource Center at our office for an afternoon of art and networking! We invite community members and affiliated organizations alike to the unveiling of “Portraits in Caregiving”, a series of photographs honoring the caregiving experience. This exhibit captures the essence of family and unconditional love through intimate and tender moments found in the routine of caregiving. Guests will have the opportunity to speak to the photographers as well as the featured caregivers. SCRC’s staff will also be present to give you a tour of our office space, share information about our vital support services for caregivers, and discuss professional networking and corporate partnership opportunities. This reception is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served throughout the event. We look forward to hosting you! Visit our office any time between 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Friday, August 15 for an inside look into the caregiving experience and how SCRC’s evidence-based support programs can help those starting their own caregiving journey. Learn more and RSVP at caregivercenter.org/portraits! Southern Caregiver Resource Center on Facebook / Instagram

If you're a veteran who has been charged a fee to get help on your application for a VA disability rating or other benefits, NPR wants to hear from you!

The sudden pullback of NEA funding — after money was already spent — is shaking confidence across San Diego's dance world and forcing organizations to rethink programming.

Frontwave Credit Union is springing into action with a heartwarming Pet Adoption Event on Saturday, May 31, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join us at our Oceanside headquarters for a day of fun, food, and furry friends. With the help of local pet rescues and the Frontwave Foundation, we're making it easier than ever to adopt a pet and support the organizations that give them a second chance. We’re proud to work alongside amazing organizations making a difference every day: Labs and More, Woofs & Wags, A New Life Rescue, Sunrise Rescue, Friends of Cats, Amazing Strays Rescue, San Diego House Rabbit Society, and Furballs Furever. Adoption Perks: -$100 toward adoption fees – Our way of helping you open your heart and home to a new companion. - $100 donation per adoption – The Frontwave Foundation will donate $100 to the rescue for every pet adopted. - Pet swag – Get a Frontwave leash and collar for your new best friend. - Free wellness exam – Adopt through a partner rescue and receive a free wellness check at Freddie’s Place Animal Hospital. - Food trucks and treats – Fuel your day with local favorites like Puras Papas, The Cali Food Truck, and Aloha Ice Co.—don’t forget a pup cup! - Special guests – Snap photos and meet players and mascots from the San Diego Clippers, and Strike Force. Each of these groups is powered by volunteers and fosters, working tirelessly to save and rehome animals across Southern California. Your support helps ensure every animal has a chance at a better life. This event is part of our Frontwave Give360 and Pets Place programs—Frontwave’s commitment to giving back to the community and supporting pet rescues with food, supplies, and funding. Give360 is a comprehensive, 360-degree approach to giving that ensures every dollar raised and every resource donated goes directly back into the local organizations that help strengthen the neighborhoods where we live and serve. “Our Spring Pet Adoption Event is more than a celebration—it’s a call to action,” said Bill Birnie, CEO of Frontwave Credit Union. “We’re proud to work with our rescue partners and volunteers to help every pet find a loving family and home.” Frontwave Credit Union, a member-owned not-for-profit, serves over 125,000 members and manages more than $1.4 billion in assets across San Diego, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties. Originally founded as Camp Pendleton Federal Credit Union in 1952, Frontwave has become a leader in financial services, offering checking, savings, loans, credit cards, and financial education. The credit union has been named San Diego’s Best Credit Union four out of the last five years and has earned multiple national awards for service and workplace excellence. Visit: https://www.frontwavecu.com/petadoption Frontwave Credit Union on Instagram and Facebook