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It happens only twice a year! Don’t miss the long awaited semiannual book sale on Saturday, August 24, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library. The sale will feature a huge inventory of books for readers of all ages and tastes—from board books and picture books for tots, “chapter books” and easy readers for kids, and great books for teens to a wide range of fiction and nonfiction for adults, media, and more—all at amazing low prices. Save even more by choosing to fill the popular big yellow bag for a single low price! And, be sure to take the opportunity to browse our collection of antiquarian, rare, out-of-print books, and collectors’ editions, which can make a wonderful gift for the discerning book lover (or treat yourself)—at a fraction of the online price! The Scripps Miramar Ranch Library is located at 10301 Scripps Lake Drive near Miramar Lake. It should be noted that due to a parking lot expansion project, onsite parking is currently somewhat limited. Visit sandiego.librarymarket.com or call (858) 538-8158 for information.

World-record chaser Hilde Dosogne is used to running extreme distances. Still, she says she underestimated the challenge. She's now hoping to make it official with a Guinness World Record.

Join us for a spooktacular night at Nova Kombucha in Ocean Beach! Get ready to unleash your creativity at our Halloween-themed Paint and Sip night! Gather your friends and family for an evening filled with color, laughter, and artistic fun as we paint this traditional Sugar Skull! You will be guided step by step by local artists on how to create this cute and colorful image on a 12×16 canvas! Sip on delicious, refreshing kombucha while you let your imagination run wild on canvas. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a beginner, this event is perfect for everyone! Don’t forget to wear your best Halloween attire to win a fun prize! Nestled in the main street of Ocean Beach, Nova Kombucha offers a different vibe than your average restaurant and bar. Their atmosphere is colorful and vibrant, with lots of beautiful murals along the walls. Nova serves kombucha, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. They have flavors such as Pina-Colada, Mint-Watermelon, Peachy Lychee and more! (Click HERE to check out their menu). We welcome painters 13 and up. This venue does not have a food menu, we allow painters to bring their food. They do not have their ownparking lot, we advise you to arrive 15 minutes early to find parking. We will see you there! We encourage artistic freedom! You can alter the painting to fit your style and use any of our colors. Things to know: We require a 48-hour notice for cancellations/rescheduling. Refunds must be requested within 3 days of purchase. After 3 days a credit will be given. Check-in begins 15 minutes before the event start time. Give yourself time to park to avoid arriving late. No outside food or drink is allowed. They are available for purchase. Wine is not included in your ticket purchase. If you have any questions about the event, feel free to contact customer service. COVID Safety For the Safety of our Guests, Venues & Instructors we make sure to sanitize and clean all supplies before every event. If you have a fever or do not feel well, please stay home. The 48-hour cancellation policy will still be in effect if you need to cancel due to illness. Visit: https://paintingandvino.com/event/sugar-skull-paint-and-sip/?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Nova Easy Kombucha on Instagram and Facebook

Millions of Americans use cannabis and would like to think the products they buy are safe. But regulation is state by state and full of holes. NPR's new series digs into the risks and solutions.

An Easy Path of Awakening: How and Why to Start on the Path and the Benefits of Awakening. Rev. Dr.. Kenji Akahoshi draws from psychology and other sciences to explain how and why we can become like Buddhas too -- without heroic effort. Unlocking the practice of Shin Buddhism for ordinaru people, Rev. Akahoshi provides steps for starting on your path today. The seminar is free and open to the public and will take place on the top floor of the Buddhist Temple of San Diego, on 2929 Market Street, San Diego. Off-street parking is available in the Temple's lot. Online access is available via BTSD's YouTube channel, on which the seminar will be livestreamed. About Rev. Akahoshi | A nationally recognized speaker on how Buddhism helps us in our everyday lives, Rev. Akahoshi’s articles have appeared in national periodicals like Tricycle and Lion’s Roar. Before retiring in 2021, Kenji Sensei was the resident minister at the Buddhist Temple of San Diego. Please contact the Temple as shown below to RSVP if you will be attending in person, or if you have questions. Buddhist Temple of San Diego / 2929 Market Street / San Diego CA 92101 / 619-239-0896 / info@btsd.net

At the center of legal challenges against Trump's executive actions is whether he's telling federal agencies to violate a key legal standard established nearly 80 years ago.

NPR's Ari Shapiro isn't just a journalist — he's also a performer.

Michigan's Slotkin — a centrist with deep national security credentials — delivered the Democrats' rebuttal to Trump's speech, highlighting bipartisanship and the "core beliefs" most Americans share.

About a quarter — 25.3% — of all new cars registered in California in 2024 were electric cars, compared with 25% in 2023. The flat sales follow several years of rapid growth, and sales are still far below the state’s 35% target.

Extremism experts say a now-familiar playbook to scapegoat transgender people in the wake of high-profile tragedies is part of a political strategy to sow division and expand authoritarian control.