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Join award winning author, Kathi Diamant as she discusses her new book, "Heart of the Zoo: How San Diego Zoo Director Chuck Bieler Earned His Stripes," the extraordinary story of how Chuck Bieler saved the San Diego Zoo and helped to create an international conservation organization where all wildlife thrives. In the 1970s, a new era for zoos dawned as the world became aware of the challenges facing wildlife. To help save shrinking habitats and endangered wildlife populations, zoos had to evolve from their role as living museums to centers of conservation. Working as executive director and then development director, Bieler helped usher in a brighter future for wildlife around the globe, launching international conservation efforts, navigating economic challenges, and creating a new blueprint for habitats. About Kathi Diamant Actress, author, TV producer/anchor and San Diego State University adjunct professor Kathi Diamant has been involved with the San Diego Zoo since arriving in San Diego in 1983. As the co-host of KFMB Channel 8’s Sun Up San Diego, she welcomed Zoo animals every week to the set, and in the following decades contributed more than a dozen articles to ZOONOOZ and Koala Club News. Her first biography, "Kafka’s Last Love," has appeared in translation in nine languages and won the Geisel Award and the “Best of the Best” in the San Diego Book Awards. About the Friends of Central Library The Friends of the San Diego Central Library is a member-supported non-profit organization that advocates, fundraisers, and provides critical support for the Central Library and related literary and educational programs. We provide the community with opportunities to invest in the success of the San Diego Public Library as well as literary and education communities by donating funds or by donating time through volunteering. Please contact the Friends at sdfocl@gmail.com or (619) 238-6655. Visiting the Central Library Parking is underneath the Central Library, FREE with 2-hour validation. The library is one block from the Park & Market stop on the Trolley Blue and Orange lines. Bus routes 12, 901, and 929 stop right in front of the library at the 11th Avenue and K Street stop. Please register on our Event Calendar.

Oktoberfest Is Back In Encinitas Sept. 25, 2022 With German Food, Beer, Music And Festivities! The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce announces their 2022 Oktoberfest is back in-person from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022. Now in its 26th year, this free family-oriented event is open to the public and celebrates German roots and culture in the local area. Live entertainment including Bavarian music and dance troupes, German food, international refreshments, two beer gardens and a diverse selection of local artisan products will be featured. A ceremonial parade is slated for noon. More than 15,000 guests are expected to attend. Highlights include a family fun zone, carnival rides, games and a street craft fair with more than 175 local vendors. Food and refreshment tents will serve authentic German beer and food. The "Keepin' It Local Craft Beer Garden" celebrates San Diego's thriving craft beer scene and features local breweries Duck Foot Brewing, Eppig Brewing, Firestone Walker Brewing Company, Hangar 24, and Helia Brewing Co. For the first time, hard kombucha from Local Roots and hard cider from Bivouac Ciderworks will be offered. The Family Tent will exclusively serve beer from sponsor Burgeon Beer Co. Live entertainment, sponsored by Ting Internet, will include Bavarian music from the Bavarian Beer Garden Band. Dance troupes from The Gemutlichkeit Alpine Dancers and the Encinitas Ballet will perform. Bach to Rock Encinitas will DJ the music at the Craft Beer Tent. The German roots of Encinitas go back to the northeastern colony of Olivenhain, which was founded by German farmers in 1884. The Encinitas Oktoberfest coincides with Germany's start of Oktoberfest in mid-September. This premier Oktoberfest in North San Diego County spans 1/3 of a mile along Mountain Vista Drive off El Camino Real between Wandering Road and Rambling Road. Visit encinitasoktoberfest.com for information about participating and sponsorship opportunities. Visit: http://www.encinitasoktoberfest.com/ Encinitas Chamber of Commerce on Facebook / Instagram

Mya Byrne loved country music since her childhood in New Jersey. But it took years of searching and traveling to lead to the place where she could make her new album, Rhinestone Tomboy.

NPR's Steve Inskeep asks the president of a China-led development bank about the impact of the friction between the U.S. and China.

The Waystar Royco team travels to L.A., where Kendall pitches eternal life (kind of), Shiv reconnects with the most unlikely of men, and Roman can't stop firing women.

Clay Open Studio is an opportunity for students to practice the clay skills they have already learned in our clay classes. Students have the chance to work in our studio using either hand building techniques or working on a pottery wheel. This is not an instructional class. There will be no instructor. By signing up for Clay Open Studio, you will receive 1/2 a bag of clay, 1 bisque fire, 1 glaze fire, and use of our glazes. We work with midfire clay. No outside clay is allowed (because disastrous things can happen, and we like our kilns!) Since there is no instruction in Open Studio, some clay experience is necessary. You must have taken one of our clay courses to participate, or have clay experience from elsewhere. Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

Clay Open Studio is available monthly: 1st and 3rd Fridays from 4pm – 7pm Clay Open Studio is an opportunity for students to practice the clay skills they have already learned in our clay classes. Students have the chance to work in our studio using either hand building techniques or working on a pottery wheel. This is not an instructional class. There will be no instructor. By signing up for Clay Open Studio, you will receive 1/2 a bag of clay, 1 bisque fire, 1 glaze fire, and use of our glazes. We work with midfire clay. No outside clay is allowed (because disastrous things can happen, and we like our kilns!) Since there is no instruction in Open Studio, some clay experience is necessary. You must have taken one of our clay courses to participate, or have clay experience from elsewhere. Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

The SDMAC monthly breakfast, which takes place on the third Wednesday of every month and features prominent speakers, civilian and military, from the Department of Defense, the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. This event provides not only the opportunity to hear firsthand from the knowledgeable leadership, but also an opportunity to meet and network with 400+ military and civilian business leaders of the local community. You can view the SDMAC website here. *Registration link will be available closer to the event date.

San Diego Pride prepares for a safe celebration next month in the wake of recent threats against the LGBTQ community. Then, a rental subsidy for seniors at risk of homelessness was approved in the latest city budget. Next, some local police officers are using religious exemptions to avoid COVID testing. And, a group of San Diego high school students share their experiences hiking along the Pacific Crest Trail. They are bringing attention to the challenge faced by asylum seekers who risk their lives for freedom and opportunity in the U.S. Finally, the secretive nature of surf culture and social media clash as hidden surf breaks get more attention from Instagram photographers.

The commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Col. Thomas M. Bedell, and the commanding general of the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, Maj. Gen. Bradford J. Gering, invite the San Diego community and aviation enthusiasts to the 2022 MCAS Miramar Air Show, Sept. 23-25. The theme of this year’s air show is “Marines: Fight, Evolve, Win.” and is a direct reflection of the Commandant of the Marine Corps Force Design 2030 program and the technical innovations the service is undertaking to remain the 21st century’s force in readiness. “It’s been almost three years since MCAS Miramar was able to open its doors to our neighbors and share in our love of aviation, and I am extremely excited to be able to do so once again. We are proud to call America’s Finest City home and bring back one of the world’s most anticipated aviation exhibitions”, said Bedell. The full schedule has been released (subject to change). Guests can count on seeing the Marine Corps’ F-35B demonstration, the unique Marine AirGround Task Force demonstration, the Air Force’s F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team, Aaron Fitzgerald flying the Red Bull Helicopter, a 5G Technology Expo and much more. The air show is free to the public and upgraded seating options are now on sale. For ticket information, COVID-19 protocols, business and vendor opportunities, and more, please visit the Miramar Air Show website at miramarairshow.com. There are currently no COVID-19 protocols on www.miramarairshow.com. Friday-Sunday: September 23-25 8 am: Gates open to the public 9:30 am: Jon Melby / Precision Exotics I Race the Runway Experience 9:48 am: Kent Pietsch Interstate Cadet (Trucktop) 10 am: USAF C-17 West Coast Demo Team 10:16 am: Opening Ceremonies | USA Golden Knights / USN Leap Frogs 11:03 am: USMC F-35B Aerobatic Demo 11:23 am: Kent Pietsch (Deadstick) 11:31 am: USAF U-2 Dragon Lady (Friday Only) 11:45 am: Redbull Air Force | Kirby Chambliss Edge 540 / Aaron Fitzgerald Redbull BO-105 Helo / Wingsuit Flyers 12:12 pm: Vicky Benzing 450 Stearman 12:26 pm: Mike Goulian Extra 330 12:40 pm: Hot Streak Jet Truck II / Mike Goulian Race 12:48 pm: Kent Pietsch (Comedy) 12:58 pm: USA Golden Knights & USN Leap Frogs 1:15 pm: MAGTF | Marine Air Ground Task Force 2:04 pm: USAF F-22 Raptor Demo w/P-51D Heritage Flight (Saturday & Sunday Only) 2:36 pm: Rob Holland Aerobatics MXS-RH 2:50 pm: Hot Streak Jet Truck II / Rob Holland Race (Saturday & Sunday Only) 2:58 pm: USN Blue Angels and Fat Albert 4:13 pm: End of Aerial Demonstrations NOTE: Times are approximate and subject to change. Follow @MCASMiramarCA on Twitter #MiramarAirshow