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Join us for an enlightening evening during International Dark Sky Week as we explore the often-overlooked impacts of noise and light pollution on both people and wildlife. In partnership with Dark Sky Network San Diego Chapter and the Fleet Science Center, this event will highlight the urgent need for light justice—ensuring that everyone, especially marginalized communities, has access to dark skies and a healthier environment. Event Highlights – Understanding Light Pollution & Bird Migration – A presentation by Cathy Handzel (Dark Sky Network) on how artificial light disrupts migratory birds and ecosystems. – Environmental Equity & Light Justice – A discussion with Mwenda KudumuBiggs on the social and environmental impact of excessive artificial lighting. – Mindful Birding Sessions – Learn how birdwatching fosters mindfulness and a deeper connection with nature. – Native Planting Workshop – Discover how native plants create bird-friendly habitats and help restore biodiversity. – Night Sky Star Party – Enjoy a stargazing experience and connect with the beauty of the universe. At WorldBeat Cultural Center, we believe in holistic solutions to environmental challenges. Our Healing Peace Garden serves as a model for transforming noisy urban spaces into places of peace, while this event will inspire action against light pollution and promote greater awareness of its effects. RSVP now and join us in creating a brighter future by keeping our skies dark. WorldBeat Cultural Center on Facebook / Instagram

Anybody can write, but it takes a special type of determination to see your work through to print. In this workshop, we’ll discuss proper manuscript formatting for poetry, fiction, creative fiction, and journalism, and go on to discuss market lists, deciphering writer’s guidelines, dealing with rejection and rejoicing in seeing your work in print. We’ll also talk about basic marketing techniques, including how to find places to review your books, how to set up interviews for yourself, and how to set up book signings. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

What happens in Washington doesn’t stay there — it reaches all the way into San Diego’s labs, hospitals, and classrooms. Proposed federal cuts to medical research threaten the life-changing work happening right here in our community. From childhood cancer breakthroughs to ensuring diverse voices shape the future of medicine, local researchers are at risk of losing the support they need to keep pushing science forward. Join the Prebys Foundation and the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network to hear directly from San Diego scientists and advocates who are stepping up to explain what these cuts really mean — for our families, our health, and our future. But this isn’t just about what’s at stake. It’s about what we can do together. After the panel, you’ll learn simple, meaningful ways to take action. Because once we understand the impact, we can help change the outcome. Will you join us in standing up for science and the people it serves? Agenda: 1 p.m.– Welcome 1:05 p.m. – Panel: “The Human Impact of Research Cuts” & Q and A 2 p.m. – How can we help? Simple ways to support science 2:15 p.m. – Opportunity to Chat 1x1 with participants Parking available onsite. Prebys Foundation on Facebook / Instagram American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network on Facebook / Instagram

Join AARP California for the San Diego Scam Jam Tour with FREE Fraud Prevention Presentations, Shred Events, and Cybersecurity Workshops throughout the county this summer! In this workshop, you’ll learn to create strong passwords, use password managers, and keep your sensitive data secure. You don’t need to be an AARP member to participate, but registration is required.

Join us as Neil and the Divine Light healers guide you through a highly effective technique to receive spiritual energy to heal and transform your life. Whether you are seeking a physical, mental or emotional transformation, Divine Light healing is a full-spectrum aura therapy. This month, we will focus on detoxing the aura and body of unhealthy spiritual energies. When we’re stressed, worried, or feeling ill, these conditions darken the auric field creating a toxic environment in the aura and body. There is a great spiritual purifying energy that can release you of these unhealthy energies, so that you can be recharged with new life force reinvigorating mind, body and soul. The evening will consist of: A presentation on how to work with spiritual energy to remove spiritual toxins from the body. You will be seated in small groups of 3 recipients per Certified Healer, each with a minimum of 5 years of metaphysical training. Specific divine light rays will be directed into your chakras to release negative energies. The divine light will then be used to uplift your consciousness wherever it is needed. The healers will then work on your nervous system to release blockages and revitalize your nerve body. Drawing on a 4,000 year mystical tradition and built on the clairvoyant experiences of Barbara Y. Martin and Dimitri Moraitis over five decades, these aura healing techniques have been endorsed by medical luminaries C. Norman Shealy and Dr. Richard Gerber. “Spiritual energy is the single biggest key to building and sustaining health, because it connects you to your source of health.” Barbara Martin & Dimitri Moraitis The Healing Power of Your Aura Neil is a certified Divine Light Teacher and healer through Spiritual Arts Institute having studied at the Institute for over 15 years. After 20 years as founder and CEO of a highly successful manufacturing company, Neil sold his company to devote full-time to his spiritual development and to supporting others on their spiritual quest. Neil volunteers at the Institute as Director of Events and Outreach and is currently serving as member of the Institute’s nonprofit Board of Directors. Visit: Divine Light Healing Event – Detoxing the Body Spiritual Arts Institute on Instagram and Facebook

Join The League of Amazing Programmers for an exciting Hour of Code at Mission Valley Library! Discover the power of Python programming and learn the fundamentals from expert instructors. This class is recommended for students in grades 4 through high school with no Python knowledge. For those who have previously taken a Python class, they can still register and progress faster through the content. Registration is required Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/introduction-python-programming-students-grades-4-12-453888

San Diego Wikimedians User Group has reserved the Community Room at the San Diego Public Library North University Branch. We shall be open to the public and will teach those interested in learning more about Wikipedia how to edit/modify/create content on Wikipedia, how to upload content onto Wikimedia Commons, and answer any questions the public may have. We are seeking experienced users/editors of Wikipedia to assist members of the public in editing Wikipedia. "The San Diego Public Library neither endorses nor sponsors this event." — San Diego Public Library Meeting Room Policies Visit: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/San_Diego/September_2025

San Diego Wikimedians User Group has reserved the Community Room at the San Diego Public Library Carmel Mountain Ranch Branch. We shall be open to the public and will teach those interested in learning more about Wikipedia how to edit/modify/create content on Wikipedia, how to upload content onto Wikimedia Commons, and answer any questions the public may have. We are seeking experienced users/editors of Wikipedia to assist members of the public in editing Wikipedia. "The San Diego Public Library neither endorses nor sponsors this event." — San Diego Public Library Meeting Room Policies Visit: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/San_Diego/June_2025

Mixed Nuts is an improv jam where, very similar to an open mic, improvisers of ALL levels can come together, randomly be placed on teams, and perform for each other in an extremely supportive environment. We will start off with some short-form improv games and move on to put everybody on one-night-only long form teams. Join us to do some play, connect with other improvisers, and have FUN! Facilitated by one of our NCIS members. Cash or Venmo at the door. Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram

Come and celebrate as Jitters Coffee Pub turns their newly renovated space and parking lot into an all-day Summer Bash on Saturday, July 12 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m! This community-wide celebration marks the official launch of Jitters’ extended hours and event calendar – and you won’t want to miss it! The new hours allow customers to enjoy a full entertainment schedule including live music, comedy nights, DJ sets, workshops, Taco Tuesdays, and more at their favorite coffee spot. Bringing together the community further cements Jitters as a third space that bridges the gap between home and work. This revamp comes after a partnership with culinary visionary Felix Alcaide of One Kitchen Collaborative and GRAMMY Award-winning musician and local resident, Jason Mraz. They both sparked a new chapter at Jitters that includes a renovation, a reimagined menu, and a calendar full of exciting events. All together this elevates the coffee pub that has served the community for over 30 years into a space that will continue to house good vibes for years to come. Visit: https://www.instagram.com/jitterscoffeepub/?hl=en