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Under new rules, plastic producers have to cut single use plastic, increase recycling rates and pay $5 billion to remedy harms from plastic pollution. Plastic producers have until June to come up with a plan for how they’re meeting state mandates.

The legend continues... Sue Palmer & her Motel Swing Orchestra return to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 261st installment of Dim Sum & Jazz - one of San Diego's longest-running weekly live music dining experiences! Seating Begins at 6 p.m. Music from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! Sue Palmer - Piano, Vocals Liz Ajuzie - Lead Vocalist Steve Wilcox - Guitar Pete Harrison - Bass April West - Trombone, Vocals Jonny Viau - Saxophone Sharon Shufelt - Drums, Vocals About Sue Palmer Known world wide as "The Queen of Boogie Woogie", "The Sultana of Swing", and "The Lady Who Skates on the 88s", Sue Palmer has been a presence on the live music scene in San Diego and the world for over 30 years. She was inducted into the San Diego Music Hall of Fame in 2018, has had a day named after her by the city of San Diego in 2008, and has won numerous San Diego Music Awards for her bands and albums. She has recorded over 12 albums under her own name, securing an international award from The International Blues Challenge (IBC) in Memphis for Best Self Produced Album (Sophisticated Ladies). She was the beehive wearing music director and longtime pianist for blues diva Candye Kane, through the 90s, appearing on many of her albums, touring world wide (France, Germany, England, The Czech Republic, Turkey, South Africa, Australia, and more) as well as all over the US and parts of Canada. Sue has also toured Switzerland, Russia, The Netherlands, and Argentina under her own name. She had a radio show for 3 years on San Diego's local Jazz station KSDS 88.3FM, and now hosts a podcast called "The Motel Swing Happy Hour KSUE San Diego." ( suepalmer.com, Spotify, Google Play, iTunes) According to Claudia Russell, DJ Extraordinaire on KSDS 88.3FM, "When her heavily jeweled hands hit the 88s, you're in for a ride!" WATCH OUT: YOU may become a slave to the dance floor!! Visit: https://www.bardicmanagement.com/golden-island/san-diego/live-music/sue-palmer-motel-swing-orchestra/july-17-2026 Sue Palmer on Facebook

Downtown San Diego Partnership Clean & Safe Volunteer Clean-Up Day Join the Downtown San Diego Partnership’s Clean & Safe Program for a community clean‑up at Faultline Park and the surrounding neighborhood. The morning begins promptly at 9 a.m. with a warm welcome and a brief safety overview before volunteers head out to their assigned areas. Volunteers are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and closed‑toe shoes. Depending on the weather, consider bringing sunblock, a hat, or a light sweater. All necessary clean‑up tools and supplies will be provided by the Clean & Safe team—all you need to bring is your energy and community spirit. Together, we’ll help keep Downtown San Diego vibrant, clean, and welcoming. We look forward to seeing you there! Downtown San Diego Partnership on Facebook / Instagram

Join the Resource Conservation District of Greater San Diego County in partnership with the Earth Discovery Institute for a volunteer planting event! Help us install and water native plants that support local pollinators at Hidden Valley Farm on Saturday, March 21 from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Participants should come prepared with long pants, closed-toed shoes, a hat, and sunscreen. Please bring water and a snack. Please RSVP through the Earth Discovery Institute events page if you plan to attend. We can't wait to spend the morning with you! RCD Greater San Diego County on Facebook / Instagram Earth Discovery Institute on Facebook / Instagram

Join "Pride in the Tribe" at the JCC for "Diary of a Wimpy Kid the Musical, Jr." LGBTQ+ teens and allies (ages 13–18) will see the show together, making friends while enjoying Greg Heffley’s hilarious middle school struggles. From the Cheese Touch to friendship drama, it’s a heartfelt celebration of growing up, finding your community, and surviving school. Visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdy2PacNdLV7pZfc9u3mizFCpk2x-ZcgoQVKtJ-xy3WBaJ1rA/viewform Lawrence Family JCC on Instagram and Facebook

Join the Resource Conservation District of Greater San Diego County in partnership with the Earth Discovery Institute for a volunteer planting event! Help us install and water native plants that support local pollinators at Barron Creek Farm on Saturday, March 7 from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Participants should come prepared with long pants, closed-toed shoes, a hat, and sunscreen. Please bring water and a snack. Please RSVP through the Earth Discovery Institute events page if you plan to attend. We can't wait to spend the morning with you! RCD Greater San Diego County on Facebook / Instagram Earth Discovery Institute on Facebook / Instagram

Join the Resource Conservation District of Greater San Diego County in partnership with the Earth Discovery Institute for a volunteer planting event! Help us install and water native plants that support local pollinators at the Agave Lab Farm on Sunday, March 1 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Participants should come prepared with long pants, closed-toed shoes, a hat, and sunscreen. Please bring water and a snack. There is an option to bring a potluck dish to share for those that stay through lunch. Please RSVP through the Earth Discovery Institute events page if you plan to attend. We can't wait to spend the day with you! RCD Greater San Diego County on Facebook / Instagram Earth Discovery Institute on Facebook / Instagram

The packaging on some snacks is turning black-and-white, as the war in Iran disrupts the supply of an ingredient used in colored ink. Calbee's chips originally came in a bright-orange bag.

Join Solana Center for a free community event focused on education and the impact of clothing and textile waste. Participants will learn about the urgent need to move towards more sustainable models in fashion, connect with sustainable vendors, shop from local makers, and take part in a clothing swap. At our clothing swap, all items are free. Participants are welcome to give and not take, and vice versa. For those donating to the swap, you can bring clothing, shoes, and accessories (i.e., purses, hats). Limit is up to 2 grocery-sized bags total per person. Also, please make sure items are clean, wearable, and not stained/torn; those items will be turned away. Sponsored by Lazy Acres Natural Market, Funded in part by The City of Encinitas, in partnership with San Diego Fix It Clinic. RSVP to receive reminder emails for the event. RSVP/Tickets are not required and will not be checked. All attendees will be asked to check in upon entry. Visit: https://www.solanacenter.org/events/2026-zero-waste-textile-expo Solana Center for Environmental Innovation on Instagram and Facebook

Rooting for the Padres, catching a hometown soccer game or even cheering on the local hockey team can get expensive, fast. Here are a few ways tips to go to the games and save money.