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The History of Black Baseball in San Diego Presentation by Bill Swank The Negro League Baseball Museum’s exhibit “Breaking Barriers” is adjacent to the Baseball Research Center. Of the more than 50 panels included in the exhibit, two deal with San Diego’s Johnny Ritchey and his role in “breaking barriers.” The narrative in the Ritchey panels was written by Swank. While Ritchey’s role was notable, the history of Black baseball in San Diego started at the turn of the last century. Swank has written about the subject in several books that cover baseball history in San Diego from the 1870s through to the current Padres. No one knows the subject better. The program is sponsored by the San Diego Ted Williams Chapter of the Society for American Baseball Research (SABR). Admission is free, and open to non-members. San Diego Central Public Library on Facebook / Instagram

Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen said it appeared a "professional actor" was behind the "systematic" flights, without providing additional details during a news conference Thursday morning.

Worldwide Knit/Crochet in Public Day is celebrated annually on the second Saturday in June to introduce this fun and engaging activity to people of all ages and abilities. Join us with your WIPs, or learn the basics with a simple project. Other yarny crafts will also be available. Age Group: Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults Lobby - Central Saturday, June 14, 2025 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. San Diego Public Library on Facebook / Instagram

Award-winning composer, producer, performer, curator, and UCSD Professor in Computer Music King Britt presents an informative and genre-breaking music travelogue honoring innovators of color who have shaped electronic music’s landscape, spanning genres like Chicago House, Detroit Techno, and Drum & Bass. His course has had many icons Zoom into the class, including Herbie Hancock, George Clinton, Tokimonsta and many more. Registration encouraged In addition to being a sought-after producer, Britt is a leading authority on Afrofuturism in music. His illustrious career includes collaborations with a wide array of iconic artists and creators, such as De La Soul, Madlib, John Legend, and director Michael Mann. His remix portfolio is equally diverse, ranging from James Brown and Solange to Calvin Harris and Dua Lipa. Britt's work integrates modern practices in electronic music with a deep, industry-informed perspective, bridging academic rigor with real-world expertise. He's a recipient of the prestigious Pew Fellowship and has spent over 30 years as a producer, composer, and performer, advancing electronic music on a global scale. Visit our Juneteenth page for more information about the holiday and 2025 library Juneteenth events. San Diego Central Public Library on Facebook / Instagram

As she reflects on her career in a second memoir, Sally Mann warns of a "new era of culture wars" after police pulled several photographs she took of her children decades ago off the walls of a museum.

A judge ruled the firing of thousands of federal employees was illegal. But he stopped short of ordering the government to reinstate them, predicting the Supreme Court would overturn it.

Home prices skyrocketed during the pandemic — and have stayed high. For some Americans, making their budget work means having fewer children than they'd envisioned.

As accusations of genocide in Gaza mount against Israel, NPR looks at how the term is defined legally and why previously reticent scholars have changed their minds.

In 2024, 7,100 pedestrians were killed on the road, and in recent years, more than 1,000 cyclists have been hit and killed annually. Safety experts explain how bikers and walkers can stay safe.

A bilingual storytime in English and Spanish. Together we will enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories. Hora de cuentos bilingüe en inglés y español. Juntos disfrutaremos de canciones, rimas y cuentos. Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Denny Sanford Children's Library (1st Floor) Saturday, May 31, 2025 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. San Diego Central Public Library on Facebook / Instagram