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George Lucas finally came to the stage at Comic-Con Sunday to an ovation from thousands, some holding light sabers in the air, with soaring “Star Wars” music filling the room.

Join us for UC San Diego's 24th Annual César E. Chávez Celebration Kickoff. The signature kickoff event will feature keynote speaker María Dolores Águila, a Chicana poet and author of "Barrio Rising," the KPBS 2024 “One Book, One San Diego” kids selection. Deeply inspired by Chicane history and art, she seeks to write empowering and inclusive stories about everything she learns. Time: Thursday, April 3 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: Price Center Ballroom Hosted by the César E. Chávez Celebration Month planning committee. For more information, please contact cesarchavezcelebrate@ucsd.edu.

This Friday, March 28, The Sweet & Savory Collective’s Pop Pie Co. & Stella Jean’s are having the grand opening of their dual location in South Park, San Diego! Come try exclusive menu specials including Stella Jean’s Guava Cream Cheese Ice Cream, and Pop Pie Co.’s collaboration with Heritage BBQ, the fan-favorite Dirty Flattop Cheeseburger Pie. All proceeds from this collaborative pie will go toward Rob’s AIDS/LifeCycle fundraiser as he embarks on his 545 mile cycling journey to raise funds for the San Francisco AIDS Foundation and the Los Angeles LGBT Center. The first 20 customers in line on Friday morning will receive a free savory pie with any purchase. In addition, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Provecho Coffee will be taking over for a coffee pop-up! Pop Pie Co. | San Diego on Facebook / Instagram Stella Jean’s Ice Cream on Facebook / Instagram

Ready to let go, connect, and unleash your creativity? Join us for a fun journey of laughter, spontaneity and endless possibilities as we explore the fundamentals of improv in a supportive environment. Students will learn the fundamentals of improv through a series of engaging exercises, games, and scene work as each week builds on what was learned the previous week. We will focus on building trust, sharpening listening skills, gaining confidence to think creatively in the moment, the concept of Yes And…, and so much more. Not only will you have a ton of fun, you will build self-confidence, soft business skills, and meet new people! Class is taught by Stacey Willard in OTC's Studio 219 (219 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside, California). Class Information: Mondays, April 7 – May 19, 2025 (7 classes) 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. $200 For ages 18+ Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram / X

The U.S. Department of Education says adult students without legal status are now banned from certain courses. Teens at public K-12 districts could see changes too.

Trump won a second term on Tuesday with promises to implement an unprecedented crackdown on immigrants. Advocates are taking their word seriously and taking steps to protect vulnerable migrants.

The San Diego City Council Monday approved the creation of a parking district on Park Boulevard and Sixth Avenue around Balboa Park and offered suggestions to do the same for surface lots inside the park.

A study of more than 2,100 people ages 60 to 79 found that an intensive two-year program of mental and physical activities, along with a heart-healthy diet, improved memory and thinking.

Douglas Morton, blood bank CEO, said the organization was "deeply honored to celebrate the incredible success" of the 49th annual blood drive.

San Diego County’s Elder Justice Task Force is ramping up efforts to combat rising financial fraud targeting older adults.