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Celebrate Tajima’s 25th Anniversary with an unforgettable showdown as competitive eater Raina Huang (@rainaiscrazy) takes on a massive 10‑pound bowl of ramen at Tajima Convoy on Saturday, June 20 at 2 p.m. Come cheer her on, enjoy the anniversary festivities and soak up the lively atmosphere. Whether you’re a foodie, a Raina fan, or just love a good spectacle, this is one event you won’t want to miss. Tajima on Facebook / Instagram

Peg Leg Smith Liar’s Contest Since 1916 To Date Who Thomas Long Smith, miner, horse thief, Indian fighter, and notorious liar. Google him for details or YouTube for videos. What A 100 plus year old event, a perpetuation of prevarication, where participants at the event manufacture the truth or a lie about a real person, Thomas Long Smith, aka Peg Leg Smith, who allegedly found, then lost, a gold mine in the Borrego Valley back in the mid-1800’s. He existed. The mine is what is in question. Why Must be fun. It’s been held here in the Valley nearly every year, give or take a few world wars and related interferences……since 1916. Rules None. Just make up a lie about him, or not even him—most anything—that is interesting, logical, entertaining, relatively short (10 minutes or less). If it is good and you just show up and lie, you will receive a trophy (recycled) and a nice certificate good enough to frame. Pulled pork sandwiches, baked beans, coleslaw, and dessert are available from 5-6:30 p.m. for $12. For more details visit: https://www.gotoborregosprings.com/peg-leg-smith-liars-contest-march-7-2026-at-dusk

Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026 Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Where: Native Poppy Solana Beach 142 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Limited Spots Available! Becoming a Florist is a workshop series with rotating floral design themes. Each workshop focuses on a different foundational floral form that professional florists create for weddings, events, or retail work. Students have the opportunity to build real-world design experience and learn professional florist approaches to mechanics, structure, and design, along with practical considerations like handling, transport, and flower care. This Month’s Focus: Flower Crowns In this workshop, we’ll focus on designing a flower crown. Instruction will cover the specific mechanics, proportions, and techniques used for this style, along with guidance on flower selection and construction suited to its purpose and use. Participants will create one flower crown during the workshop to take home. No prior professional experience, portfolio, or proof of previous classes is required to participate. All skill levels welcome, from novice hobbyists to working florists looking to expand their technical skills and confidence. Take one workshop in the series, or sign up for multiple to progress through foundational and advanced floral forms. Ticket Includes: - Comprehensive, engaging instruction led by Native Poppy’s professional florists - All materials, tools, and seasonal flowers to build a fresh flower crown - Complimentary refreshments - Plus: the floral crown you create to take home Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram

Mark your calendar and get ready to bring home your new best friend! Join us on Saturday, June 6 to celebrate California Adopt-a-Pet Day, with waived adoption fees for every available animal! Our shelters are full of dogs and puppies, cats and kittens, guinea pigs, farm animals, reptiles — so many deserving animals with lots of love to give. Shelters across California are overcapacity with animals in need of loving homes, so we’re excited to join this state-wide initiative hosted by CalAnimals, SF SPCA and the ASPCA to help even more pets find their new families. Fees will be waived on June 6 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at all our locations in El Cajon, Escondido, Oceanside and San Diego! Adoptions are completed on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend arriving early to take advantage of this one-day promotion. Event Page on Facebook and Instagram Visit: https://sdhumane.org/

Join us for an informative session demystifying the college admissions process and clarifying what colleges consider when reviewing applications. Gain insight into the importance of academic performance, challenging coursework, extracurricular activities, recommendation letters, and community engagement to showcase your full story and personal strengths. Registration is encouraged. Program is aimed at youth ages 14-18.

Come together in support of addiction recovery at this year’s McAlister Institute Annual 5K Walk for Sobriety on Saturday, September 5, 2026 from 8 to 11 a.m. Taking place at the Naval Training Center Park at Liberty Station, the proceeds from Walk for Sobriety will go directly to those in recovery at the McAlister Institute, a nonprofit providing care for prevention and addiction treatment. This purposeful event was made to unite survivors of addiction and community members to bring awareness to a battle that was never meant to be fought alone. The morning will include several events for participants of all ages to enjoy from a kids’ zone with arts and crafts, a silent auction, raffle prizes, and games. To register for the Walk for Sobriety celebration, please visit the McAlister Institute website. Tickets are $35 for general admission and $5 for children 12 and under.

Atomic Groove, San Diego’s premier variety dance band that performs everything from dance jams from every decade to soul, classic rock and jazz, returns to the Civita Park amphitheater on July 19. Atomic Grove’s energetic song selection and show-stopping talent get everybody onto the dance floor. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, beach chairs, and picnics. Take-out meals can be purchased across the street at Poki Bowl or from various food trucks. Visit: https://www.lifeinmissionvalley.com/sunset-sundays-civita-park/ Atomic Groove on Facebook

Join Throtl and WD-40 Brand at Camber & Caster for a morning of cars and coffee! Whether you're bringing your own ride or just checking out some of Throtl's most recent builds, this Cars and Coffee won't disappoint. What to expect... - The last public showing of Throtl's Ford GT with the WD-40 Brand livery, and other iconic Throtl builds including the Ferrari F355, 1856 Ford F100, Evan's Lamborghini Huracan and Quinn's BMW E36 M3. - Meet and greet with the Throtl team - FREE Sim Racing - FREE coffee and donuts - FREE and exclusive WD-40 Brand x Throtl Cars & Coffee merch and WD-40 Brand product samples (while supplies last) - And more! PARKING INFO: Parking is available along Seagate Way. PLEASE NOTE: No drones will be allowed during the event. Please do not bring drones to the event or fly them around. ABOUT CAMBER & CASTER : Camber & Caster, situated in Oceanside, California, is a motorsport collective dedicated to building community through racing. The facility serves as a central gathering place for individuals passionate about motorsports, offering state-of-the-art racing simulators, a drivers lounge equipped with 4K theater for viewing live Formula 1 races and other motorsports events, along with remote work and content creation spaces. Camber & Caster offers full access memberships as well as hourly, day and event passes, and also functions as an event space, allowing brands to host their own gatherings, such as Cars and Coffee meetups, thereby fostering a vibrant community of racing enthusiasts.

Celebrate Father’s Day with a more grown-up kind of gathering at The Rooftop Bar. This year, trade the neckties and backyard barbecue for mezze platters designed for sharing, curated wine pairings, and a refined take on the classic Old Fashioned. Whether you’re toasting Dad, catching up over cocktails, or turning the afternoon into sunset drinks by the coast, it’s the perfect excuse to slow down, connect, and raise a glass together above the Pacific. Visit: https://www.rooftopbaroceanside.com/event/fathers-day-2026/ The Rooftop Bar Oceanside on Instagram and Facebook

Get ready to witness transcenDANCE's annual CREATE production "Harvesting Hope" on July 24 - 25, 2026. How is hope a tool for resilience, transformation, and collective care? How do small ideas and persistent action lead to positive change in our communities? What does it look like to cultivate hope in our own lives? Our 2026 CREATE production asks these questions through original contemporary and hip-hop dance pieces, interwoven with performance poetry and visual art. When transcenDANCE students spoke with local San Diego changemakers early this year, they learned about creative resistance, the many ways they as individuals can engage in changemaking, and what it takes to start and sustain change. Through Harvesting Hope, they share their inspiration, creativity, and ideas for collective action. Show Times: Friday, July 24, 2026 and Saturday, July 25, 2026 Lobby and box office open at 6 p.m. Showtime: 6:30 p.m. Venue Location: Hoover High School Performing Arts Center 4474 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego, CA 92115 Parking Information: Free parking is available in the large parking lots in the front of school campus. The Performing Arts Center is at the front of campus on the Western side (left when facing the campus from El Cajon Boulevard). transcenDANCE on Facebook / Instagram