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San Diego's Digital Gym Cinema joins American Cinematheque's global film festival celebrating dark themes and exhilarating artistry.

Get ready for an experience like no other! Grioneers, Inc. proudly presents the 9th Annual Afrofuturism Lounge—where Black creativity, comics, culture, and innovation collide! Join us on July 23, 2026, during San Diego Comic-Con for an unforgettable evening of storytelling, visionary art, engaging conversations, and immersive experiences. Meet groundbreaking creators, celebrate Black speculative fiction, and help imagine the future we can build together. Every attendee will receive a FREE "DEFIANT" movie poster (a $15 value), while supplies last! Upgrade Your Experience – Only $40 Take your Afrofuturism Lounge experience to the next level with the Upgraded Afrofuturism Lounge Ticket, which includes: - General Admission - "DEFIANT" movie poster - "DEFIANT: The Story of Robert Smalls" softcover graphic novel That's more than $64 in combined value for just $40. Named to NPR's Books We Love 2025 and nominated for an NAACP Image Award, "DEFIANT" tells the extraordinary true story of Robert Smalls—a man who seized his freedom, rescued his family, and went on to serve five terms in Congress. A feature film is currently in development. Best of all, after the 8:30 p.m. fireside chat, upgraded ticket holders can have their graphic novel signed by Rob Edwards and Sebastian A. Jones at the Legion M booth. Limited upgraded bundles are available—reserve yours before they're gone Afrofuturism Lounge isn't just an event—it's a movement. Secure your tickets today and be part of the future. Visit AfrofuturismLounge.com for details. Don't miss it! Dr. LaWana Firyali Freedom Richmond on Instagram

An enchanting afternoon is in store! Vortice Artesana & Design will host its July Artists in Bloom PAINT Workshop Saturday, July 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Between sips of sangria and delicious small bites, you will work with Windansea artist Lucy Fitzmaurice to bring your own artisan-crafted hummingbird to life, while mingling with friends old and new. Carve out time for yourself to create a hummingbird that expresses the beauty of the art in you! Space is limited! Call 858-933-4088 to RSVP. Vortice Artesana & Design on Facebook / Instagram

It's a bold new experiment and it's already won a prize. Residents in a jam-packed slum, many of them living in one-room tin shacks, help design their apartments in a brand new building.

Last month, voters overwhelmingly approved Measure H, allowing the partnership to move forward.

California voters approved a top-two primary election designed to encourage moderation. But in most races, it ends in a conventional Democrat vs. Republican. Some are ready to scrap the top two.

A year after President Trump signed a law ending six decades of federal funding of public media, it's a time of reinvention, innovation and clear anxiety at public tv and radio stations nationwide.

In an age of digital immediacy, what continues to draw us to books? Curt Sherman will share a selection of his one-of-a-kind artist books, alongside the sources that inspired them. Spanning topics from the history of the alphabet and "Katagami" (Japanese stencils) to Walt Whitman and the First World War, his works combine varied processes with text and poetry that reflect each theme. A former professor of design, interior design, and furniture design, Sherman taught for 35 years. He co-authored "Architecture and Interior Design: An Integrated History to the Present" (Prentice Hall, 2012), a standard text in the field. In retirement, he returned to an early interest in typography, studying at Bayside Press and the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library Print Studio. His work has been exhibited widely, including the Athenaeum Juried Exhibition, and featured in the 2025 San Diego Book Arts Highlights publication. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

San Diego Black Pride 2026 "Unbound and Unlimited" Join us for San Diego Black Pride 2026, a bold reimagining of what Black Pride can be when we refuse limits and center possibility. Under the theme "Unbound and Unlimited," this year’s celebration is a two day experience grounded in freedom of expression, lineage, imagination, and collective care. UNBOUND speaks to releasing ourselves from boxes, from a single narrative of Black queerness, from hierarchies of identity or expression. UNLIMITED honors abundance, intergenerational wisdom, and futuristic Black queer joy. Every element of this weekend is intentionally designed as a living village where joy, art, history, and community care coexist. This is not just a celebration, it is a declaration. A space curated by us and for us, rooted in pleasure as resistance and joy as strategy. Friday, July 10 The Legacy Ball Volume 2: Unbound & Unlimited Edition 8 p.m. Ages 18+ Saturday, July 11 Floatin' & Flawless 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. H & M Landing Ages 21+ Sunday, July 12 Sunday Service 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Soap Factory, San Diego Ages 18+ For more information visit: https://sickening.events/e/san-diego-black-pride-2026 San Diego Black Pride: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Back by popular demand, "Savor" returns to The Bornemann with an electrifying tribute to the music of Latin rock icon Carlos Santana. Spanning more than five decades of Santana classics, "Savor" recreates the legendary sound with authentic passion, precision, and energy. From the driving percussion and infectious grooves to soaring guitar solos and powerful vocals, the band captures the spirit of Santana’s timeless fusion of rock, blues, jazz, and Afro-Latin rhythms. Featuring a standout ensemble of seasoned musicians, "Savor" delivers a dynamic live experience that honors the artistry, soul, and unmistakable sound that made Santana a global phenomenon. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering the music for the first time, this high-energy performance promises an unforgettable night of rhythm, nostalgia, and musicianship. Visit: https://events.humanitix.com/savor-santana-tribute Savor the Band on Instagram and Facebook