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A 73-year-old retired nurse's decision to learn to write Tibetan language offers a glimpse into how some embrace their language and cultural identity in Tibet.

Get ready for a pawsome time at PAWmicon 2026, where pets and pop culture collide for a fun-filled event! PAWmicon 2026 is back and better than ever! Join us at Balboa Park for a day of fun on the main lawn on Park Blvd. & presidents way- Located near the parking lot for the San Diego Air & Space Museum. Get ready for a paw-some time with your furry friends as we celebrate all things geeky and pet-tacular. Dress up your pets in their best cosplay outfits and compete in our pet costume contest. Enjoy vendors, and activities for both humans and pets. Don't miss out on this exciting event where pets and pop culture collide! To Enter the PawsPlay contest- animalcenter.org/pawmicon to register! Helen Woodward Animal Center on Facebook / Instagram

A house in San Francisco covered in the painted faces of Latin rock artists was formally landmarked by the city. Its neighborhood has seen skyrocketing home prices and decades of redevelopment.

Grammy‑nominated guitar virtuosos Ardeshir Farah & Luis Villegas with their band of musicians. Live in Concert, San Diego Persian Cultural Center: Website / Facebook / Instagram

In this episode of Voices del Valle, we hear directly from young people growing up in Slab City—an off-grid desert community often misunderstood and misrepresented. While documentaries tend to focus on the extremes, these voices reveal a more complex reality shaped by resilience, community, and coming of age in an unconventional place.

Bring the family down to Town Center Community Park East to enjoy a screening A Minecraft Movie! The movie will begin at dusk, but we encourage everyone to arrive early to get a spot and participate in our pre-show entertainment! Movie begins at dusk "A Minecraft Movie" (2025) follows four misfits Garrett "The Garbage Man" Garrison (Jason Momoa), Henry (Sebastian Hansen), Natalie (Emma Myers), and Dawn (Danielle Brooks) who are pulled through a portal into the blocky "Overworld". Guided by legendary builder Steve (Jack Black), they must craft, mine, and fight to survive against Piglin Queen Malgosha to find a way home. Pre-show Entertainment 5 p.m. - DJ & Food Vendors Open 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Sifu Ferreira’s White Dragon of East County (opens in new window) 6:30 - 7 p.m. - Jean's Dance Studio Food Vendors Pork Belly's BBQ (opens in new window) Dessert Vendors Dilly's Ice Cream (opens in new window) Parking Information: Due to Santee Community Center construction the YMCA footbridge will be closed throughout the summer and YMCA parking will be limited. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. Please plan accordingly.

Prepare your garden for El Niño & take advantage of the extra rain! In this workshop, we will cover: - Using mulch and compost to build healthy soil that conserves water and reduces erosion - Managing irrigation efficiently to reduce water use and cost - Soil types and gardening styles - Rainwater management basics: rain barrels, swales, and rain gardens - San Diego climate-appropriate planting Learn how to create a less thirsty and more environmentally-friendly landscape that saves water and money! Join us at this workshop hosted by the Pine Valley Library, where Solana Center’s knowledgeable educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a garden that fits San Diego’s semi-arid climate. Solana Center for Environmental Innovation on Facebook / Instagram

Free gathering connecting District 5 artists, cultural orgs & civic leaders—networking, updates & an artist showcase. Join San Diego ART Matters and the San Diego County Arts & Culture Commission for the District 5 stop of the In Community series — a countywide initiative designed to bring together artists, cultural organizations, and creative partners through welcoming gatherings filled with conversation, collaboration, and inspiration. This event, in partnership with Oceanside Cultural District and Oceanside Library, continues the series’ commitment to engaging communities across the region.

An evening onstage with Ina Garten – the beloved cookbook author and television host known to millions as the "Barefoot Contessa" – offers audiences the chance to hear from one of America’s most trusted voices in home cooking and hospitality. The evening will spotlight her new cookbook, "Simply Ina," a vibrant collection of recipes that prove the most delicious cooking is often the simplest. In conversation onstage, Garten will reflect on the remarkable path that brought her from running a small specialty food shop in the Hamptons to becoming one of the most recognizable culinary personalities in the world. With humor and candor, she’ll share stories from behind the scenes of her cookbooks and television shows, and she'll discuss how her philosophy of approachable elegance – beautiful food made with confidence and ease – has shaped her career and her connection with generations of home cooks. Select seats (marked " Book Sign Bundle" at Ticketmaster) include an exclusive signed copy of Ina Garten's new cookbook, "Simply Ina" — the only signed copies available at the event. Warwick's will be on site to sell additional Ina Garten titles. Please note: This is a rental event of Jacobs Music Center, presented by ArtPower at UC San Diego. The San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this event. Ina Garten on Facebook / Instagram

This concert celebrates the music, spirit, and creativity of the 1970s through original faculty choreography, featuring dynamic storytelling, diverse movement styles, and bold artistic voices inspired by a decade of cultural change and unforgettable music.