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San Diego Climate Week: "The Threads Between Us" film premiere and mixer The San Diego story goes beyond great beaches, perfect weather, delicious craft beer and tacos. It’s a story about sustainability, community, and connection — about building a better future. Join us on October 5 as we celebrate the inaugural San Diego Climate Week at Coastal Roots Farm in Encinitas, CA, with the free premiere of "The Threads Between Us." Produced by local sustainability agency thinkPARALLAX, the film explores the connections that weave San Diego’s sustainable business community together — from Dr. Bronner’s to Jimbo’s Naturally to Goodwill Industries at San Diego County. The event will also include live silk screen printing of Goodwill t-shirts, a panel featuring the businesses showcased in the film, refreshments, and live music. - 4:30-6:15 p.m.: Business Showcase and Mixer - With live music from Wild Caravan, enjoy tapas and drinks while connecting with local sustainable business leaders. - 6:15-7 p.m.: Sustainable Business Panel - Learn from local businesses including Dr. Bronner’s, Jimbo’s Naturally, and Goodwill Industries of San Diego County as they share insights on leveraging business for good. - 7-8 p.m.: Film night including "The Threads Between Us" film premiere - Bring your lawn chair or blanket and discover the San Diego sustainability story with a documentary produced by thinkPARALLAX, featuring Dr. Bronner’s, Jimbo’s Naturally, and the San Diego Goodwill. San Diego Climate Week on Instagram / LinkedIn

A study finds that people in remote jobs are more socially isolated, anxious and sad compared to people not in remote jobs. But demanding everyone return to the office isn't the answer either, say researchers.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with KNPR listener Calvin Siemer of Henderson, Nev., and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

On Saturday & Sunday, April 11-12, 2026, the Ramona Chamber of Commerce will present the Annual Ramona Artist Open Studios Tour. You will have a unique opportunity to visit with Ramona, CA artists in their private studios, while viewing their work. This self-guided tour will meander through Ramona, allowing visitors to explore at their own pace from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Participating artists showing a variety of artistic expressions including painting, ceramics, jewelry, sculptures, fused glass and woodworking, which will be available for purchase. For only $15 for a ticket, you can’t go wrong with this two-day event. Ramona Chamber of Commerce on Facebook / Instagram

Cigarette smoking is ingrained in Chinese culture. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to a couple of women trying to change that.

No SDCC® badge required Paramount+ is bringing THE LODGE back to the Gaslamp District for its third consecutive year—this time with its biggest, boldest, and most immersive fan experience yet. From Wednesday, July 23 through Sunday, July 27, fans can step inside the interactive takeover at Happy Does (340 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101). As the fourth stop on its national 2025 tour, THE LODGE will feature expansive activations inspired by more hit titles and iconic franchises than ever before. From themed drinks and dynamic set recreations to exclusive giveaways and share-worthy photo ops, the Lodge promises unforgettable experiences for fans of all ages. This year’s activations include: The DEXTER: RESURRECTION vault: The Vault has reopened…and it remembers everything. Hidden behind the sleek facade of a wine cellar lies a mysterious Vault, an unsettling shrine to the darkest corners of human nature. Inside, guests will discover a chilling collection of relics, case files, and twisted keepsakes from some of history’s most notorious killers, all curated with cold precision in true Dexter fashion. Experience STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS and STARFLEET ACADEMY: To celebrate the spirit of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS season three, fans are invited to step inside an oversized Starfleet holodeck, a fully immersive sci-fi playground featuring a series of interactive vignettes, each inspired by specific episodes from the upcoming season. Guests can sip cosmic cocktails in the romantic ‘Intergalactic Love Lounge,’ or dive into a campus-inspired environment of the STAR TREK: STARFLEET ACADEMY space that features exclusive themed swag. Designed for free exploration, social sharing, and full-throttle fandom, this holodeck journey lets guests experience the series like never before. The LANDMAN Patch Café: Step into an authentic slice of Midland, Texas and kick back in a faithful recreation of the series’ favorite watering hole. Guests can order up signature drinks at the bar in a M*Tex souvenir mug. Go off the grid with NCIS: TONY & ZIVA. Enter a world of espionage, romance, and high-stakes tension in this Parisian café with a twist. Inspired by Tony and Ziva’s journey, this space features a cozy exterior that hints at the quiet life they crave, while the inside transports guests to a different world. Step inside a stripped-down safehouse, complete with Easter eggs such as surveillance equipment, photos, and passports. Paramount Pictures invites fans to celebrate the legacy of the MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE franchise with an immersive experience that drops guests straight into the high-stakes world of Ethan Hunt. Die-hard fans and first-time agents alike will experience a one-of-a-kind photo opportunity in a recreation of the iconic scene from MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE (1996) where Ethan is lowered into a high-security vault. Guests can strike the legendary suspended pose for a personalized image to take home of their unforgettable IMF mission. Score a Touchdown at the CBS Sports Clubhouse, a stadium-inspired space repping all things THE NFL ON CBS. Fans can take a seat in the arena-style bleachers or check out a vibrant arc of all 32 jerseys, celebrating every team in the league. Down on the turf, guests can test their arm in a target practice challenge. The UEFA Champions League-themed sports bar is also the perfect spot to kick back and relax. Select fans can also participate in an interactive social experience while they wait in line for The Lodge at the Paramount+ Fan Frontier Outpost. Guests will have a chance to “claim” their very own spot on the legendary Paramount Mountain* inspired by Paramount+ IP such as SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS, STAR TREK, YELLOWJACKETS, SURVIVOR and more in a fun and unique way. Upon exiting The Lodge, participants can pick up their personalized printed “deed” at the outpost and a digital copy will be sent via SMS. Operating hours: Thursday, July 24 - Saturday, July July 26 for three sessions between 11AM - 2PM. For the first time ever, Pluto TV, the global leader in FAST and the complimentary free streaming service to Paramount+, will also be featured in The Lodge. This summer, Pluto TV is exploding with hundreds of fan-favorite blockbusters and cult-classics films – all for free. To celebrate the service's “Summer of Cinema” campaign, the Pluto TV activation will be bursting with free popcorn, slushies, and a one-of-a-kind photo op. Location: Happy Does Bar, 340 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 Operating Hours & Admission: Wednesday, July 23 from 6–10 PM; Thursday, July 24 - Sunday, July 27 from 9 AM - 7 PM PM daily. Admission is free, but on a reservation system. Sessions can be booked via this link. There will be a stand-by line daily if no reservations are available. Note: The Lodge is not an official Comic-Con activation, therefore no SDCC badge is required for entry. *For entertainment purposes only. This is not a real deed and does not entitle the recipient to any property rights. All rights to the content depicted are the property of Paramount Global. This is a fictional “Paramount Mountain.” PARAMOUNT+ MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCE BOOTH On the Convention floor, fans can step into the icy mountain-themed setting of the “Paramount+ Mountain Experience” Booth, featuring an epic Mountain Crane Challenge where attendees can put their skills to the test at the larger-than-life custom dual claw machine game. The machine will be filled with exclusive prizes from fan-favorite Paramount+ shows – and an all-new exclusive Paramount+ merch drop, “Peak the Plushie.” There will also be plenty of snappable moments on Paramount Mountain, including a custom video capture experience perfect for sharing. A SDCC badge is required for entry. Booth # 3529. ‘NERD OUT PARAMOUNT’ ACTIVATION: Come Nerd Out with us! In celebration of the new @nerdoutparamount social channels, Paramount+ is bringing all the fandom fun outside the Omni Hotel during Comic-Con, giving visitors a chance to explore and connect with the iconic franchises, characters and worlds across Paramount. The tented Nerd Out booth activation will feature games, laidback DIY activities, fan contests, exclusive prizes, giveaways and more. Location: The Lawn outside the Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark, 675 L St, San Diego, CA 92101. Operating Hours & Admission: Thursday, July 24 - Sunday, July 27 from 10 AM - 6 PM daily. No reservation required. Fans can walk up to the event. Note: This booth is not an official Comic-Con activation, therefore no SDCC badge is required for entry.

CPK is making its way to North County after previously serving the community for more than 30 years with its beloved Solana Beach location. The new Encinitas restaurant reflects the brand’s continued growth and investment in its home state. To celebrate, CPK is hosting a First Slice Ceremony and Ribbon Cutting on the first official opening day for business. Guests will experience the restaurant’s indoor-outdoor design, full-service bar, and signature California-inspired menu. The event will also highlight CPK’s partnership with the San Diego Food Bank, to fight hunger across the region. From Monday, November 24 to Tuesday, November 25, CPK will donate 20% of food and beverage sales from all four San Diego locations, including the new Encinitas restaurant, when guests present a special flyer at the time of purchase. Guests can find full details on participating locations, dates, and to access the flyer by visiting https://www.cpk.com/encinitas/sandiegofoodbank. Visit: https://www.cpk.com/encinitas/opening-soon California Pizza Kitchen on Instagram and Facebook

Some low-income families could be facing rent increases next year, as inflation and funding cuts take a toll on federal programs that subsidize rents.

Celebrate Black History Month with an engaging presentation by Carole Boyce, Poet Laureate of the North County African American Women’s Association. Through poetry and storytelling, Carole will guide audiences through the vibrant world of the Harlem Renaissance, highlighting its influential artists, powerful voices and lasting cultural impact. Join us for a meaningful exploration of this pivotal era in American history and expression.

Learn to needle felt! Saturday, July 12, from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Have you ever wished you’d stumble upon a tiny fairy house while walking in a deep forest? Join felting artist Sophie Ancel in this 3-hour workshop where you’ll learn to make your own little house using needle felting techniques. Students will use natural wool roving and batting, felt, beads and simple embroidery. The class requires the use of sharp felting needles and we will cover how to safely use felting needles. Guards will also be provided. Each student will have the option of creating a tiny home equipped with a door, window, and decorated with flowers and leaves. This little home can be used as a box as the roof can act as a lid! You will be given a tiny light for added fairy house magic. No experience necessary. Ages 12+ welcome. Materials fee of $5 (cash only) to be paid to the instructor at the start of the class. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts: Email us for more information. • Scholarships available: Click here for an application. • Homeschool funds accepted: Click here for enrollment details. • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram