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Friday is the deadline for the government to release files related to the life and death of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. There are still questions about what will be published and when.

Almost eight years after Harry Potter and the Cursed Child opened on Broadway, Tom Felton, who played Draco Malfoy in the films, is now playing him as an adult onstage.

Home of Guiding Hands, a nonprofit organization that provides quality support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will host its 43rd Annual Charity Golf Classic on Friday, October 10 at Singing Hills Golf Club at Sycuan on the Oak Glen Golf Course. The day kicks off at 7 a.m. with registration, coffee, breakfast, and Bloody Marys, followed by a 9 a.m. shotgun start. Golfers will enjoy a full day of fun, including an 18-hole tournament, putting contest, on-course activities, including a Beat The Pro Challenge. They will enjoy margarita slushies and other thirst-quenching beverages and food stations throughout the course. Each player will also receive a complimentary mulligan, raffle ticket, golf shirt, and swag bag. After the tournament, players will gather on the banquet lawn for an awards reception featuring food, drinks, raffle drawings, and the announcement of tournament and auction winners. Proceeds from the Golf Classic will directly benefit Home of Guiding Hands’ wide range of services, including housing, early childhood development, independent living skills, respite care, and more. The organization serves more than 4,700 infants, adolescents, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities each year across San Diego and Imperial Counties. This year’s event is presented by the Kerr Family Foundation. Tickets begin at $300, with options for both individual players and teams of four. Sponsorships are also available. Home of Guiding Hands on Facebook / Instagram

SDFFF's Shorts Program V: "Connect the Dots" Where pieces of the story come together--revealing the unseen and illuminating the unknown. Featured Shorts: - "Adrift" Directed by Alijah Jacob Buada - "Floating Daisies" Directed by Craig Ienne Pedroza - "Heart and Sol" Directed by Donovan Decano - "Sands Street" Directed by Claro de los Reyes - "Puberty for Humans" Directed by Wester Demandante Be part of Shorts Program V: "Connect the Dots" at the 5th Annual San Diego Filipino Film Festival on October 12 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available exclusively on our official website at sdfff.org Save the Date: October 12, at 2:30 p.m. Theater 13, AMC Theater Plaza Bonita, Westfield San Diego Filipino Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

The government is back open. There are lots of questions about what this means, how we got here and where we go from here. Let's dig in.

The Dipper Dash 5K returns to Belmont Park on Sunday, September 21— just in time to celebrate 100 years of thrills! Run, ride, and rally for a cause during Belmont's third annual community 5K! Here's What's Included: Early Access to Belmont's Rides & Attractions — Dash through our iconic Mission Beach course and finish in the heart of Belmont Park, then hop on the historic Giant Dipper with your crew! Free Unlimited Rides — Every participant scores a Ride & Play Wristband (a $64.95 value!) for unlimited rides and attractions all day long. Complimentary Drink Ticket — Toast your finish line victory with a complimentary drink ticket, redeemable at select park locations for a custom latte, cocktail, or refreshing beverage of your choice! Custom Finisher Medal — Take home a keepsake medal designed just for race finishers. A shiny reminder of your run and Belmont Park’s 100th year! Race Bib with Chip Timing — Get an official bib with built-in chip timing so you can track your race stats and personal best with precision. Free Event Photography — Capture the memories with complimentary event photos. No extra fees, no watermarks, just shareable snapshots of your big day. Attend Fall Fest — Stick around after the race for Fall Fest packed with live music, seasonal eats, and feel-good fun for the whole fam. Your run supports Team Parker For Life — September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and our incredible charity partner fighting for kids with cancer. Belmont Park on Facebook / Instagram

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 at 11:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. The film tells the unlikely story of a racing legend who captured multiple records and led Ford Motor Company to national prominence during the “golden age” of drag racing. Narrated by actor Peter Coyote, it chronicles Brannan’s career, his contributions to the sport, and the ways in which he transformed Ford drag racing during the 1960s. The film features interviews with Brannan, fellow drag racers, car enthusiasts, and automotive and racing historians.

The Coronado Public Library and the San Diego Writers Festival will host a series of writing workshops this Fall. Each focused on a different topic, writers both new and experienced will find new strategies to hone their craft. Writers who attend a workshop will have the opportunity to have the entry fee waived if they choose to participate in Acorn Publishing Debut Author contest (details available here.) In this month's course, Holly Kammier will take you deep into the timeless structure of the hero’s journey. You’ll learn: The six essential characteristics every hero needs to forge a powerful emotional connection with readers. How to identify and develop a winning theme. The interlocking plot beats every protagonist must take to keep your story driving forward and your audience glued to the page (or screen). Whether you write fiction, memoir, or screenplays, these strategies will help you elevate your work from good to unforgettable. This event will take place via zoom. Register here to receive the Zoom link for this event. Holly Kammier is the co-founder and acquisitions editor of Acorn Publishing, the largest publishing imprint in San Diego and one of California’s leading hybrid publishers. Named 2025 Publisher of the Year by the San Diego Writers Festival and 2024 Chrysalis BREW Project Publisher of the Year, Acorn boasts a diverse catalogue of award-winning and bestselling titles across genres. Holly is also the author of "Kingston Court," "Choosing Hope," and "Lost Girl: A Shelby Day Novel." Her essay" All-American Girl" was honored by the International Memoir Writers Association and performed at the David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre. A UCLA honors graduate with a background in journalism, Holly has worked at KCAL Los Angeles and CNN Washington, D.C. She serves as Publishing Director for the San Diego Writers Festival and is a faculty member at the Santa Barbara Writers Conference. Holly lives in her hometown of San Diego, where she enjoys spending time with family and friends. Coronado Public Library on Facebook / Instagram

By preparing ahead, keeping routines, and staying flexible, traveling can be a great experience for your whole family. Remember, the journey is just as important as the destination, and with the right support, you can create lasting memories along the way.

A new drama uses the real, gut-wrenching recordings of a call for help from Gaza to tell a harrowing and profound story.