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Miracle Babies, a nonprofit organization whose mission is dedicated to helping perinatal mothers and their families during their time of need by providing transportation, mental health assistance and supportive services, will be hosting its next diaper distribution on Saturday, September 9, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Jack in the Box Corporate Office in Kearney Mesa (9357 Spectrum Center Blvd., San Diego, 92123). Registered guests will be able to attend the free diaper distribution from 10 a.m. to Noon and then it will open to the public from 11:30 a.m. to Noon. Over 350 local families are anticipated to attend. Registration is open through Friday September 8 at Noon or until supplies last. Miracle Babies has supplied over 1.3 million diapers throughout the pandemic to families in need. To ease the burden of financial stress, diaper drives are for all families, not just families with Miracle Babies. The San Diego Sci-Fi Coalition, a volunteer group that dresses up as superheroes and attends charity events, will assist Miracle Babies’ staff and volunteers distribute thousands of diapers, menstrual supply products, and other PPE products. The American Medical Response (AMR) will also provide free car seat safety inspections on a limited basis. Families in need of products should register online at the Miracles Babies website to ensure availability of diaper sizes. Diaper donations and volunteers are welcome and accepted at all distributions. Visit the Miracle Babies website to sign up to volunteer at the next diaper distribution and impact the lives of over 300 families. Major thanks to the following sponsors: Jack in the Box, Baby2Baby, Rent-A-Center, San Diego Food Bank, San Diego Sci-Fi Coalition, and American Medical Response (AMR). To register for an upcoming diaper distribution, volunteer, or donate visit: https://www.miraclebabies.org/diaper-distributions/ ABOUT MIRACLE BABIES Miracle Babies is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is dedicated to helping perinatal mothers and their families during their time of need by providing transportation, mental health assistance and supportive services. Our tagline is “Together for a better beginning,” reflecting the importance of this family connection in the critical early weeks and months of an infant’s life and its linkage to improved health outcomes. Transportation issues, including the increasing cost of gas, hospital parking fees, or medically unable to drive are significant barriers that many families in San Diego County, Los Angeles, and Orange County must overcome to be with their babies. Miracle Babies newest initiative, My Brain & My Baby, aims to support mothers suffering from perinatal anxiety or depression with early detection and acute medical care. By providing free transportation and mental health assistance to families, Miracle Babies helps alleviate the stressors of everyday life resulting in better health outcomes for the growth and development of baby. For more information about Miracle Babies, please visit www.miraclebabies.org or email info@miraclebabies.org.

Follow the flock at The Dog Society! With over 35 TVs, 12 draft beer options, hard kombucha, seltzer and plenty of pub grub - we got you covered as you root on the big green and blue at San Diego‘s best Seahawk bar - The Dog Society! Wear your jersey for drink specials, and if your dog wears a jersey - they get a free dog beer! We even have an off-leash beer garden so your pup can play and you can still watch the game. Where: The Dog Society - 6331 University Ave. San Diego, CA 92115 When: Every Seahawk game! Required: Must love dogs. You don't need to bring one, but you can. All we ask is you love them! Need more? Check out our website dogsocietysd.com, or follow us on IG @thedogsocietysd All new visitors must sign a waiver (even if you don't bring your pup). Speed up the check in process and sign ahead of time: https://waiverhq.com/dogsocietysd/waivers/visitation

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates again Wednesday, pushing them up by half a percentage point in an effort to fight inflation.

An effort to diversify genetic studies has led to a discovery about Parkinson's disease in people of African descent.

Culinary Historians of San Diego will present “Made In California,” by George Geary, on Saturday, September 16 in the Neil Morgan Auditorium of the San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd. A&W Root Beer, Foster’s Freeze, IHOP, Der Wienerschnitzel, See’s Candy, Jack in the Box. You name the American food icon, and chances are its roots are in California. But what are their origin stories? Who started the very first branch? Where were the original buildings? What made them famous? And for the few who are no longer around, or that have a smaller footprint than they had in their glory days, what happened to them? Food historian and chef George Geary answers these questions and more as he takes his audience on a sentimental journey of some of America’s most iconic foods during his presentation. George Geary is an award-winning chef, best-selling author and renowned educator. A former pastry chef for the Walt Disney Company, George is a Certified Culinary Professional, and was awarded Culinary Educator of the Year by the International Association of Culinary Professionals. George is the author of L.A.’s Legendary Restaurants, Fair Foods: The Most Popular and Offbeat Recipes from America’s State & County Fairs, and eleven cookbooks including The Cheesecake Bible, The Complete Baking Cookbook, and 500 Best Sauces, Salad Dressings, Marinades & More. He is a frequent guest on national and local television and lives in the Greater Los Angeles area.

Step back in time and experience the culture and history of the Vikings. This annual event features a variety of activities, including live music, traditional food and drink, Viking games and competitions, and a Viking village and encampment. A place where you can see how the Vikings fought their battles and learn about the Norse way of life. The Vista Viking Festival is celebrating 21 years. This popular event attracts thousands of visitors each year. The Vista Viking Festival, California’s Premiere Viking and Nordic heritage event comes to the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum on September 16 and 17, 2023. The festival will feature a wide variety of activities and events. Full information at www.VistaVikingFestival.com

Premieres Monday, April 24, 2023 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App + Encore Wednesday, April 26 at 7 p.m. on KPS 2. Get wowed by shocking finds from Shelburne Museum, including a 1999 Pokemon Card collection, Winold Reiss Morning Star mixed-media art, ca. 1934 and a Raymond Yard platinum & diamond Ring, ca. 1940. Guess the find that's up to $100,000!

Saturday, September 9 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (w/1 hr lunch break) Learn the ancient fiber craft of weaving your own fabric using a sustainably harvested wooden Rigid Heddle Loom and soft natural fibers. In his hands-on workshop, instructor Jeanine Ertl will teach you everything you need to know to warp and weave on your own. This class is perfect for anyone who’s been curious about weaving beyond a lap loom and wants to learn the warping and weaving processes. We’ll dive into fiber & fabric and demystify the process of getting set up (otherwise known as warping a loom), weaving, and finally, finishing and removing a woven fiber good from the loom! And, you’ll go home with handwoven fabric in-hand. Length of the final piece will depend on the individual’s own pace. All materials included. In this workshop you’ll learn: How a Rigid Heddle Loom works; How to Plan a Textile (e.g. sett, basic pattern & choosing fiber, etc.) How to Warp a Rigid Heddle; How to Weave; How to Remove your Woven; And, How to Finish a freshly Handwoven Textile. No experience necessary. Ages 14+ welcome!

San Diego Craft Collective welcomes Ashley Lohr, a special guest artist and educator from Southeast Alaska this month! In this workshop, students will be introduced to the art of powder enamel and learn the skills to create 2-pairs of torch-fired enamel earrings and 1 pendant. Students will be using lead-free Thompson enamel on copper metal. Enamel is a glassy compound applied to and bonded by heat (fusion) to a metal surface. We will be using a handheld butane torch as our heat source. Learn how to prep, sift enamel, clean fire scale, and fire with a handheld butane torch: • Students will have their own enameling station/ will not be sharing materials. • Choose from a variety of copper metal shapes to enamel on. • Work with 11 Thompson powder enamel colors to choose your palette. • Use stencils, sgraffito tools, and frit to create your own unique designs. All jewelry created will be ready to wear at the end of the workshop.

In this workshop, you will design and sew your own quilt blocks and attach them to a pre-loved item of your choosing (we recommend you bring a tote bag or jacket*). You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind item you’ll be proud to use or wear. Intuitive quilting is the process of creating a quilt (or quilt block) using your intuition and sense of creativity. You’ll select fabric scraps in shapes and colors that you’re drawn to without too much planning. We’ll move through the process without limits, allowing for creativity to flow freely. This course is for beginners and seasoned quilters alike. If you’ve never used a sewing machine before, you’ll be guided on how to sew simple straight lines, gentle curves and how to appliqué. If you’ve sewn apparel or quilts using patterns before, you’ll be encouraged to put away the “rules” and sometimes rigid guidelines of traditional quilting to tap into a more freeform and intuitive way of quilting. No experience necessary. Ages 16+ welcome! *Please bring items made from woven material only (non-stretch). Sweatshirts and anything made from knit fabric are not suitable for use in this class. Tote bags are also available for purchase from San Diego Craft Collective.* • Scholarships available • Homeschooler vendors welcome • Military and sibling discounts