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The ban on polystyrene or Styrofoam is part of the city's Marine Debris Reduction Ordinance.

Programs hosted by local libraries and museums can offer community services on anything from hot lunches for school children to job search resources for individuals seeking employment. Grant funding cuts may reduce or end these services.

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Fridays, Aug. 28 - Oct. 2, 2026 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV. Sydney socialite Daisy Munroe heads to New Zealand for a vacation at her recently deceased stepfather’s winery, which she intends to sell. Little does she know the vineyard has a co-owner: grumpy U.K.-born lawyer Louis Oakley, who also travels to New Zealand to escape a spiraling series of unfortunate events in his life.

Back by popular demand! Have you always enjoyed telling stories? Ever considered storytelling in front of an audience? The Storytelling Institute, a free seven-week course presented by the Storytellers of San Diego, is open to everyone who would like to hone their skills in this ancient art form. The Institute culminates in an optional storytelling slot for each participant at the San Diego Storytelling Festival here at the Coronado Public Library on March 15, 2025. Registration is requested for the January 21 introductory session. All other sessions are walk-in, no registration. January 21: “What’s Your Story: Finding the Stories in Your Life” with Marilyn McPhie Our lives are filled with stories! In this workshop we’ll dive into our memories -- the people, the places, the triumphs, the disasters, the memorable moments -- and emerge with stories worth sharing in family gatherings, business settings, podcasts, memoirs, on social media, onstage, and more. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/storytelling-institute-28124

Tsuki nights are a monthly tradition at Matsu, a contemporary Japanese restaurant in Oceanside by Chef William Eick. They take inspiration from the modern izakaya nightlife in Japan where communal dining is at the forefront. Become part of a vibrant community and enjoy Tsuki night favorites in a laid back atmosphere with the lights and music turned up—and a staff that can’t wait to unleash their creativity and share their dishes with you. The perfect chance to try their cuisine at a fraction of the full tasting menu cost! From Japanese comfort foods, to A5 wagyu beef cooked to perfection, to unforgettable desserts, cocktails, and sake, the menu changes each month for constant surprises and new delights. All ingredients are imported from Japan or sourced locally. Follow @eatmatsu on Instagram for monthly updates on the menu. Tsuki nights occur on the last Tuesday of each month starting at 5 p.m. No reservations accepted. Served on a first-come, first-serve basis until sold out. About Matsu: The dining experience of a lifetime awaits for you on the other side of a towering wooden door in south Oceanside. From hot towels served before your meal, to detailed descriptions of ingredients used in each course, to sake pairings from a certified Sake Sommelier and a low-lit sultry atmosphere, Matsu delivers in every way. You’ll be treated to creative, contemporary dishes that highlight Japanese tradition and local terroir, complete with the only Japanese wines in the county. Discover why Matsu has earned its place in San Diego Magazine’s Best Restaurants list as “Best Japanese Restaurant” two years running! Visit: https://www.eatatmatsu.com/

With the number of survivors rapidly declining and their average age now exceeding 86, this year's anniversary is considered the last milestone event for many of them.

Art has the unique ability to reflect culture and offer us a mirror through which we can see ourselves in new and revealing ways. This program will feature selections chosen by choir members that resonate with their personal identities or cultural backgrounds. Additionally, it will highlight the talents of several conductors from within San Diego’s premiere professional choir. Visit https://www.sacraprofana.org/ SACRA/PROFANA on Facebook / Instagram

"Bad Child" is a short documentary about the more intimate, less visible outcomes of enduring repeated childhood sexual abuse. The film focuses on one survivor's reflections while expert interviews place emphasis on the importance of parental and caregiver support. Director Nicole Mendez will discuss the film’s format and its contents, then host an interdisciplinary panel examining the impacts of sexual assault, artistic expressions of trauma, and resources available to survivors. The dialogue will present various perspectives from across campus, encouraging students to consider academic overlaps and possible opportunities for collaboration. Panelists include CSUSM faculty and staff from Student Health & Counseling Services, the Department of Psychology, the School of Arts and more. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bad-child-film-screening-and-panel-on-sexual-assault-tickets-1096876710769?aff=oddtdtcreator

La Perla is a powerhouse Colombian trio of researchers, singers, and instrumentalists dedicated to preserving and evolving the musical heritage of the Caribbean. Formed in 2014 by Karen Forero, Giovanna Mogollón, and Diana Sanmiguel, they made history in 2015, becoming the first band from Bogotá to win first prize at the Festival de Gaitas de Ovejas, only the second time in its 30+ year history that the honor was awarded to women. Their song "Bruja"(2018) became an anthem for women across Latin America, featured in the Netflix series Siempre Bruja and embraced in social uprisings in Spain, Colombia, and Chile. Divina Jasso is a dynamic vocalist and multi-instrumentalist who has performed across a wide range of genres, from Latin jazz, soul, and R&B to reggae, hip-hop, and dub. In recent years, she has honed her skills in music production and live looping, crafting an intimate and immersive performance style. As the lead singer and frontwoman of San Diego-based reggae/dub-hop band Boostive for the past three years, she has commanded stages at major events and festivals, sharing the bill with Bonobo, Domi & JD Beck, Tokimonsta, RJD2, Slightly Stoopid, Thievery Corporation, Lee "Scratch" Perry, Don Carlos, Matisyahu, GZA, and more. DJ Strange Bouquets is an artist, musician, and the founder of Bad Vibes Good Friends, a San Diego-based label and collective that has fostered a thriving underground music and arts scene since 2016.

When it comes to clearing homeless encampments, California cities are governed by a patchwork of very different policies.