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Five military horses got spooked during a training exercise, bolting and weaving a path of destruction across the city before being captured. Several people and horses are being treated for injuries.

In this two-hour workshop honoring Hispanic Heritage Month, participants will explore craft and folklore by creating an Alebrije-inspired piñata. The workshop will cover assembling a cardboard structure and traditional tissue paper decorating techniques used in piñatas. En este taller de dos horas en honor al Mes de la Herencia Hispana, los participantes explorarán la artesanía y el folclore al crear una piñata inspirada en los Alebrijes. El taller incluirá el montaje de una estructura de cartón y las técnicas tradicionales de decoración con papel de seda utilizadas en las piñatas. Diana Benavidez is a Binational artist from the San Diego/Tijuana border region. Her art practice explores piñata-making as a method of expression and storytelling. Diana builds piñatas that reflect her experiences growing up as Latinx in the Mexican-American militarized border. Her work is characterized by introducing materials not commonly found in traditional piñatas such as media and gadgets. ArtReach San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Mission Valley, an open-air shopping center located in San Diego, is proud to host the area’s first-ever 626 Night Market events on select weekend dates between September 16 and November 12. The 626 Night Market is an outdoor weekend experience modeled after the nighttime bazaars of Asia where people come together to eat, drink, socialize and be entertained. This iconic California festival combines an exciting collection of street food, merchandise, crafts, artists, games, live concerts and other attractions to create an epic event that appeals to people of all ages. Showcasing local talent – including performers, chefs and entrepreneurs – the 626 Night Market serves as a platform for the community to connect with one another. Open from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. on select Saturdays and Sundays this fall, the 626 Night Market will also feature a full alcohol bar with limited-edition cocktails (21+ only). This event is free of charge and open to the public; while free to attend, space is limited and pre-registration is required: https://www.626nightmarket.com/minisd. For more information, click here or visit https://www.mission-valley.com/events. WHEN: Select Saturdays and Sundays this Fall Sept. 16 – 17: 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Sept. 30 – Oct. 1st: 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Oct. 21 – 22: 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Nov. 11 – 12: 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Mission Valley on Facebook

Over the past few decades, psychologists have begun to understand how parents across many cultures teach their children to build deep, fulfilling relationships with their siblings.

Sharing memories of my grandfather.

Join us on Monday, Sept. 25, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. for a lively mixer celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! The Latina Democratic Club is excited to observe this year's theme of "Prosperity, Power, and Progress" and looks forward to welcoming everyone to this free, in-person event at The Balboa South located at 290 3rd Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910. View this event on Facebook

The new rules mean 4 out of 5 nursing homes will need more aides and nurses. Unions hailed the change, but advocates say it's not enough care, while nursing home owners say it's an "impossible task."

The GI Film Festival is back to showcase films about veterans and the military experience. One narrative short film looks at a combat veteran’s transition back home.

Bring a swimsuit and join the Halloween fun at Alga Norte Aquatic Center that transforms into spooky fun with pool activities and games with prizes, and floating obstacles. The Splash Pad will also be open for the little ones. Dry activities include a bounce house, lawn games and the Floating Pumpkin Patch where every child will get to lasso and keep a pumpkin. • Tickets are $10 per person and kids ages 3 and under are free but still need to be registered. • Pick up your wristbands in advance at Alga Norte Aquatic • Center during the week before the event, to avoid lines. • Food will be available for purchase. • For safety reasons, only pool noodles and US Coastguard approved floatation devices are allowed in the pool. Food and beverages are available for purchase at the event. Online presale will start three weeks before the event and ends at 5 p.m. on the Friday before the event. You will be able to purchase wristbands at the event, if the event is not sold out. Save time and avoid lines by picking up event wristbands in advance. Wristbands will be available for pick up starting the week before the event and are only available at Alga Norte Aquatics Center during regular business hours. All sales are final; no refunds. Wristbands that are picked up in advance that are lost or not brought to the event will not be replaced. *Event may modify or cancel due to inclement weather.

Food served on the Spanish Lawn Program is a traditional “Paella” with chicken, seasoned rice, vegetables and seafood. The paella is cooked in a huge pan called paellera that are traditionally round, shallow and made of polished steel with two handles. Paellas were traditionally served in Valencia during outings in the countryside. Lemonade is usually served that day. Enjoy the celebration from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Visit: https://www.houseofspainsd.org/events/latino-lawn-program/ House of Spain San Diego on Facebook / Instagram From January through early December of 2023, member houses of the House of Pacific Relations feature music, dance, traditional costumes, arts, crafts, and ethnic foods.