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As Pope Leo prepares to visit northern Lebanon, Christian border villages in the south feel abandoned and struggle to rebuild after the war with Israel.

Join San Diego Climate Week and BikeSD for an exciting evening at the Mingei International Museum in beautiful Balboa Park to celebrate the launch of San Diego Climate Week! This community-focused event will spotlight the importance of clean air and feature a panel of local leaders dedicated to ensuring all San Diegans can breathe safely. Enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks while connecting with fellow advocates for change. This event will commence with a community bike ride led by Bike SD starting at Trolley Barn Park, to Bird Park and down the Pershing Drive Bike Way, taking 6th Avenue up to the Park. Leave your bike at the Bike Valet provided by BikeSD. Cycling is highly encouraged but not required to attend. Those who walk, bike or take transit to the event will be entered in a raffle for a free electric bike! Schedule: 5 p.m. – Meet at starting point ( Trolley Barn in North Park) 5:30–6:15 p.m. – Community Climate Bike Ride 6:15–6:45 p.m. – Roll into Balboa Park, sunset snacks and beverages (sunset at 6:33 p.m.) 6:45–7 p.m. – Welcome remarks 7–7:45 p.m. – Panel discussion: Clean Air for All 7:45–8 p.m. – Q&A 8 p.m. – Ride out Don't miss this opportunity to kick off San Diego Climate Week with an engaging and inspiring event that combines physical activity, environmental awareness, and community connection. RSVP today and join us in creating a more sustainable and healthier future for all! By registering for this event, you agree to share your registration information with the organizers of San Diego Climate Week and our event platform partner, Climatebase. Your information will not be shared with third parties. To check out more San Diego Climate Week events, visit: https://lu.ma/sdclimateweek. San Diego Climate Week on LinkedIn / Instagram

10 a.m.–4 p.m. » Meet Francophone Authors Connect with authors, discover new works, and dive into the world of French-language literature. Free and open to all! RSVP to help us prepare for the event and to receive reminders. Join the Alliance Française of San Diego (AFSD) and the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library from October 2 to 4, 2025, for the inaugural San Diego French Literature and Arts Festival—a vibrant three-day celebration of Francophone literature, film, and the arts. Organized by the Alliance Française San Diego in collaboration with esteemed partners including Gallimard, Villa Albertine, and the Athenaeum, this cultural event promises inspiration and discovery. Open to all, the festival brings together Francophone authors, educators, artists, and students for a rich, immersive experience across San Diego. We are proud to welcome acclaimed author Éric Fottorino as our Literary Guest of Honor, and Ann Craig as our Honorary Patron alongside a distinguished lineup of local and international voices. Éric Fottorino is an acclaimed French journalist, novelist, and co-founder of some of France’s most innovative literary publications. A former reporter, editor-in-chief, and publisher at Le Monde, he is the author of over forty books, including sixteen novels published by Gallimard. His work has earned him numerous literary awards, including the Prix Femina and the France Télévisions Prize. Passionate about cycling, storytelling, and the power of the written word, Fottorino brings a singular voice to contemporary French literature. He is also the co-creator of Le 1, America, Zadig, and Légende—print magazines that champion in-depth journalism and creative expression. We are honored to welcome Éric Fottorino as the Guest of Honor of the San Diego French Literature and Arts Festival. His presence celebrates the enduring connections between journalism, literature, and the arts, and offers our community a unique opportunity to engage with one of France’s most respected literary figures. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Get ready for a day of friendly competition, community spirit, and local flavor at the inaugural OMBAC on Third: Pickleball & Cornhole Tournament, coming to Downtown Chula Vista on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hosted by the Old Mission Beach Athletic Club (OMBAC), this first-of-its-kind event will transform Third Avenue between E and F Streets into a lively sports arena with roughly ten pickleball courts and thirty cornhole courts, all to benefit the Chula Vista Fire Department Heritage Foundation. Players and spectators alike can enjoy a full day of fun, food, and local entertainment. Third Avenue will be lined with local vendors and food options, while a beer garden on Davidson Avenue will feature craft brews from some of Chula Vista’s favorite breweries. Whether you’re competing for the top prize or cheering from the sidelines, it’s a great way to support a meaningful cause while celebrating the best of the community. Proceeds from the event will go toward the Chula Vista Fire Department Heritage Foundation, which provides humanitarian aid, education, and career guidance for those pursuing fire suppression careers. Team registration is $100, with a cash prize for winners. For more information or to sign up, visit the tournament registration page OMBAC - Old Mission Beach Athletic Club on Facebook Third Avenue, Chula Vista on Instagram

The California Coastal Commission is collecting photos and videos from the public to assess how rising sea levels may affect coastal areas in the future.

Join us in celebrating the spirit of the Old West through art, fashion, and community! Presenting colorful fashions with a western vibe created by artist and designer Dawn Hough Sebaugh. Space is limited - please call for reservations: Helen Zamora 619.599.3686 Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center on Facebook

Get ready for the inaugural San Diego Climate Week, a bold, community-powered movement designed to inspire collaboration, build climate resilience, shape policy and connect people across the region. From policymakers to students, entrepreneurs to environmental justice leaders, this week is for everyone. Join San Diegans from all communities and backgrounds alongside climate organizations, innovators, educators, and companies as we come together to take action. Check out the Event Calendar for the daily schedule and register for events: https://climate-week.org/san-diego/events/all San Diego Climate Week on Instagram / LinkedIn

Alaska's public schools are being used as emergency shelters, though many of the buildings are crumbling.

A survey finds that 56% of psychologists are trying out artificial intelligence tools at work, mainly for administrative tasks. A majority also are concerned about harms of AI on patients and society.

Jewish Family Service has run the program at the Encinitas Community & Senior Center parking lot since 2020. The agency said it has served more than 300 people in that time.