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Raise a stein, enjoy the music, and celebrate with us at Sally’s! We’re toasting both the close of Oktoberfest and the start of a brand-new month with a week of Bavarian-inspired fun in San Diego. Sunday, October 5 | 1–5 p.m. Join us on the marina for an afternoon filled with Oktoberfest music, delicious food & beer specials, and outdoor games like axe throwing, cornhole, and a putting challenge. Bring your friends and get ready for festive fun! Food & Beverage Specials | October 1–5, All Day Enjoy Bavarian-inspired bites and seasonal beer specials all week long leading up to the big celebration. Meet us on the Marina behind Grand Hyatt San Diego Partners with Mike Hess Brewing @mikehessbrewing) Sally's Waterfront Dining on Facebook / Instagram

First, for the first time researchers say they’ve confirmed pollution in the Tijuana River is also in the air being breathed in. Then, a lawsuit filed by conservative activists targets federal support for colleges supporting Latino students. Then we profile a man pursuing asylum in the U.S. Next, a device that could make nuclear fusion possible. Finally, it’s Labor Day weekend in San Diego, we have a few ways to celebrate!

12:30-1:30 p.m. "Ray Harryhausen: An Animated Life": This lecture details the career of Ray Harryhausen (1920-2013), a man who personifies movie magic. Harryhausen was a master animator and special effects creator who produced stop-motion animation effects known as "dynamation," in which characters interact with the live-action world. Some of Harryhausen's films include "Earth vs. the Flying Saucers," "The 7th Voyage of Sinbad," and "Jason and the Argonauts," which includes a battle sequence considered to be the greatest stop-motion sequence ever filmed. 2-4 p.m. Stop-Motion Animation workshop in the museum's Makerspace Comic-Con Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Dive deep into Doctor Who with two awesome fan panels in one afternoon! 1-2 p.m. "Wibbly-Wobbly Timey-Wimey: Religion and History in Dr. Who": This panel will explore how a show that has had "all of time and space" as its playground chooses to talk about history, faith, and god(s). We know the Doctor is a Time Lord but how does Doctor Who, both the individual and the series, come to grips with historical people and even forces, like causation and continuity and change over time? Whether facing down a Satan-like figure on the edge of a black hole or encountering the boundaries of the supernatural, how does Doctor Who balance science and faith. 2-3 p.m. "Science as the Doctor’s Companion: A History of Innovation in Doctor Who": There have been many scientific and technological advancements since Doctor Who premiered in 1963, before mankind even landed on the Moon. This panel explores how the series tells compelling stories across different eras, spanning Victorian-era cyberpunk inventions to modern AI concepts and beyond. We'll trace the fascinating evolution of iconic tech like the sonic screwdriver and the Cybermen and how those changes reveal our shifting relationship with innovation, societal fears, and human imagination. Comic-Con Museum on Facebook / Instagram

The 36th Annual Wildlife Show promises to be an extraordinary event, featuring more than just amazing art. We are also celebrating the success of two consecutive exhibitions, "Wildlife in Art" and a concurrent digital art/photography "Wildlife in Art" online show. The awards ceremony for both shows will be a highlight of the evening. Attendees will also enjoy refreshments and live music, creating a vibrant and engaging atmosphere. Reception: November 8, 3–6 p.m. Foothills Art Association on Facebook

As the planned giving program manager for KPBS, Brenda Jones has the privilege of working with donors who want to leave a lasting legacy through their estate plans. She provides guidance to individuals and families on a range of planned gift options including gifts through a will or trust, beneficiary designations of retirement assets and charitable trusts. Brenda is passionate about helping donors find a way to support the public media they love and works to ensure KPBS has a secure future for generations to come.

Kaitlin (Kait) Hahn is the development coordinator at KPBS. She is dedicated to the accessibility of knowledge and deeply values the importance of education. Prior to joining the KPBS team, Kait worked in annual giving for SDSU Alumni.

We hear about how Ópera de Tijuana is celebrating 25 years with an upcoming performance in October. Plus, a conversation with the director of "The Heart" musical.

Join us on September 21 for screen printing workshops led by Poppy Press, a serigraphy studio and publisher specializing in screen printed editions, zines, and art books. Participants will learn the basics of screen printing and experiment with overprinting using vibrant color triads. Working with pre-burned screens, you’ll layer colors and create unique compositions. 10am Workshop 11am Workshop 1pm Workshop 2pm Workshop Make at Mingei is made possible through a generous grant from the ResMed Foundation. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for a lecture by Olivia Zen Joseph, curator of "Layered Narratives," developed during their time at Mingei as the Quilt Fellow. This talk explores how quilts from the era and firsthand accounts of Black American experiences reframe the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exposition — the United States’ first World’s Fair. While the Centennial aimed to celebrate national identity and innovation, the lecture sheds light on the overlooked contributions and voices of Black women and the Black community, expanding understanding of this historic event through stories too often left untold. Olivia Zen Joseph is a Program Coordinator at the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino and the curator of "Layered Narratives: Quilted Stories of Gender & Race at the 1876 Centennial." Drawn to interpretation, history, and storytelling, they are passionate about uncovering the complex meanings and histories embedded in art and objects. Olivia entered the museum field through an internship in Collections Management and Conservation at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Looking ahead, they plan to pursue a degree in Library and Information Science with the goal of becoming an archivist. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram