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What exactly is the American Dream? For Alaudin Ullah’s Bangladesh-born parents, it means opportunity and a stable job. But to comedian Alaudin, America is the home of the New York Yankees and George Carlin. In an autobiographical solo show that the Hartford Courant calls “memorable and meaningful,” Ullah and musician Avirodh Sharma take audiences on a journey of vivid remembrances and discoveries from 1930s India (now Bangladesh) to 1970s Spanish Harlem to present-day Hollywood. Through comedy and music, this remarkable play, directed by the acclaimed Chay Yew, recounts the immigrant experience, how this country gets made, and the dreams of those who make it. Related links: The Old Globe: website | Instagram | Facebook

The lawmakers called the Oceanside-based credit union’s overdraft practices “unconscionable” and urged the company to change its fee policies.

Scream. Shout. Let it all out. SeaWorld San Diego Howl-O-Scream Select nights Sept. 29 - Oct. 31, 2023 Face your fears when Howl-O-Scream reawakens this fall at SeaWorld San Diego. Get ready for spine-chilling scares on Sept. 29, 2023. Howl-O-Scream will once again arrive to transform the peaceful SeaWorld San Diego park you once knew into something sinister. When night falls and a carnival of horrifying creatures surrounds you, just try to put on a happy face. Evade angry haunts as they rampage through scare zones. Seek shelter indoors, only to find you've entered a house of horrors. Quench your thirst for fear with fiendishly delicious cocktails, beer, and spirits. Feel the monstrous electricity of live entertainment. Dance the night away and deepen the thrills with a nighttime coaster ride. Above all, try to resist the eyes of evil that threaten to follow you everywhere. Howl-O-Scream is a separately ticketed nighttime event. Howl-O-Scream is intended for a mature audience. Howl-O-Scream is a separately ticketed night event that is not included with regular SeaWorld park admission. Tickets to Howl-o-Scream include haunted houses, scare zones, live entertainment, DJ dance parties, access to themed bars, rides and coasters inside the park, and more. Event dates and details subject to change and/or cancellation without prior notice. Howl-O-Scream is not recommended for children under the age of 13 or the faint of heart. No costumes or face paint allowed. General Event Info FAQs Howl-O-Scream San Diego on Facebook / Instagram #HowlOScreamSD

Join SANDAG in taking the pledge to commute for clean air—Wednesday, October 4—for California Clean Air Day! Clean Air Day is built on the idea that shared experiences unite people to take action and create new habits to improve air quality. Join the millions across the state that pledge each year, and commute by carpool, vanpool, transit, biking, or walking on October 4. When you pledge to commute for clean air, eligible participants 18 years or older will be entered for the chance to win a prize! Pledge to Commute for Clean Air and Take Action with available promotions: - Commute with Enterprise: receive a $100 fuel card for any new vanpool that forms or pre-registers by Tuesday, Oct. 31. - Green Commuter: The first 10 NEW vans that start between 10/1/23 – 11/15/23 will receive $150 off the first month. Follow SANDAGregion day-of pop-up Clean Air Day events happening across the region, and pledge to action on October 4 at SANDAG.org/CleanAirDay. Questions? Email sustainabletransportation@sandag.org. SANDAG on Facebook / Instagram

The California Seaweed Festival is an in-person FREE family friendly event celebrating the seaweed diversity of California! The festival will showcase seaweed uses and applications in art, cooking, farming, science, sustainable technology, and conservation. At the all-day event, we will have booths, exhibits, workshops, galleries, and hands-on activities to immerse you and your family in seaweed fun and knowledge. We also encourage the use of masks when in a crowded and enclosed areas, following the California set guidelines. The California Seaweed Festival is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization all donations to the festival help the festival continue to grow and be held each year! Festival Details! Sat. November 4 || 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Location: Port Pavilion on Broadway, San Diego Mark your calendars for the main event on Saturday, November 4, at the centrally located Port Pavilion in San Diego. We are thrilled to present a meticulously crafted program that will leave you inspired and captivated. Immerse yourself in a series of thought-provoking panels, including "Seaweed under Threat and Opportunities for Restoration," "Art for Conservation," "Starting a Seaweed Farm in California," "Funding Seaweed Ventures," "Indigenous People's Forum," “New Programs at Community Colleges” and an engaging Film session that explores the power of visual media in conservation efforts. Indulge in the vibrant atmosphere of our lively Beer Garden with seaweedy cocktails accompanied by live music. Explore the diverse offerings of our talented vendors and partake in cooking workshops. And let's not forget the selection of local flavors from the city's finest food trucks. This is an event for the whole family to enjoy, learn, celebrate, and have the incredible opportunity to connect with esteemed seaweed experts. Join us for an unforgettable experience! The California Seaweed Festival is a free event, with a suggested donation of $15.00. California Seaweed Festival on Facebook / Instagram

After being stranded by a serious car accident, Rick Mangnall was helped by two men in an old white pickup.

Grocery prices are a key component of any household budget, and rising food prices can sour the electorate's mood.

JAR Senior Club (JSC), the first senior club in San Diego dedicated to bringing together seniors and local community resources at no cost to individuals 64 years old and older, celebrates Healthy Aging Month with the JSC Wellness Event on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will feature a DJ, senior talent show, games, health education and more. JSC expects to draw over 150 attendees at 2340 East 8th St. National City CA 91950. Admission is free to all senior community members. Founded by local San Diegan Angel Ogapong, JSC aims to provide seniors with a sense of belonging through community, engagement, education and health and wellness. San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan will speak on the Safe Seniors Program against elder abuse at the event. National City Mayor Ron Morrison and Chula Vista Mayor John McCann will also be present to discuss the importance of proactively engaging seniors. “I was the primary caretaker for my grandparents, and as they got older I saw how much their daily lives and overall health were affected by lack of engagement and community,” said JSC Founder Angel Ogapong. “I decided to launch JSC to alleviate the disengagement seniors were experiencing while educating them about free resources that are not only available to them, but created for them.” JSC also helps seniors navigate through Medicare benefits and bridge access to additional resources that they may not know are available to them at no cost. Medicare health insurance representatives will be present to educate seniors about benefiting programs. Community partners American Medical Response and SuiteCare Pharmacy will provide free healthcare screenings for attendees. Supporting nonprofits including Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Greater San Diego and the National Latina Business Women Association San Diego will be at the event. Philippine musical artist Nyoy Volante, also known as “King of Philippine Acoustic Pop,” will perform a special performance for attending guests. For more information, contact JSC Founder Angel Ogapong at Angel.ogapong@jaragent.com

The USS Midway Museum and the Port of San Diego will break ground Thursday on Freedom Park at Navy Pier, a project proponents say will be the largest veterans park on the West Coast.

Film critics highlight the best action films in cinemas and a few you might have missed from the past.