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Imperial Beach Sun & Sea Festival Returns August 17 -- One of San Diego County’s largest festivals held annually on the sand at Portwood Pier Plaza is back this year featuring a gigantic monument castle, a street fair, live entertainment, and the Kids-n-Kastles competition for ages 12 and under will compete, sponsored by the Imperial Beach/South Bay Kiwanis. There will not be the traditional master's sandcastle competition but with the perfect location and ideal weather, it's a great day trip. The Sandcastle Ball will take place on Friday evening, August 16 starting 6 p.m. to midnight at Mike Hess Brewing Company on Seacoast Drive, Imperial Beach. The event is free and open to the public, donations are requested for Rad Swag Bags; supplies are limited. For more information, please visit www.sunandseafestival.com

NPR visits the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin in Oak Creek, where a white supremacist mass shooting took place 12 years ago.

Bush + Bones UK, Jerry Cantrell, Candlebox performing at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre For more information visit: as.sdsu.edu

Kidz Bop Kids performing at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre For more information visit: as.sdsu.edu

A Wine & Cocktail Pairing Menu curated by Chef Aldo Negrete Available July 17 - 21 Enjoy a selection of spirits, wine, and cider from queer-owned producers and distillers thoughtfully paired with The Desmond's exquisite seasonal cuisine Visit: https://thedesmondsandiego.com/ The Desmond on Instagram and Facebook

San Diego Ho'olaule'a is a Hawaiian Cultural Festival featuring great food, lots of shopping, and live performances from Hawaiian musicians and hālau (hula dance studios) from all around! This is a family-friendly event where we encourage all individuals to come and enjoy themselves while learning about the rich culture, history, and entertainment of the Hawaiian islands here in San Diego. This Hawaiian Cultural Festival is hosted by Halau Hula o Makalani Na Pilialoha, a hula dance studio based in Vista and Chula Vista. Hālau Hula O Makalani Nā Pilialoha on Facebook / Instagram

The San Diego Strike Force take on the Bay Area Panthers on July 20, 2024 at Pechanga Arena San Diego. The Indoor Football League is America’s longest continuously-running indoor football league and is the second-longest running professional football league in the U.S., after only the National Football League. The IFL offers a unique product, playing on a 50-yard field with padded dasher boards surrounding the field. The IFL’s game play has 8 players on offense, two of which can be in motion at the snap, and 8 players on defense. For more information visit: pechangaarenasd.com

We visited Olfactory NYC to design a scent and to learn why perfume sales are up since 2018.

Ever since New York native Aries Spears was 14 years old, he has been a force to be reckoned with in the comedy scene. His quick wit, charisma and ferociously aggressive style of comedy have earned him critical acclaim, high accolades, and above all, a busy schedule. From being a regular on Fox’s Mad TV, starring in feature films, appearing on a number of national talk shows, and continually touring the country with his stand-up, Aries’s talents are becoming recognized and appreciated throughout the entertainment industry. As a principal cast member on Fox’s hit sketch comedy show Mad TV, Aries brought a fresh, hip style to the already-edgy program from the third through the tenth season. The producers made full use of many of Aries’s talents by calling on him frequently to create new hilarious characters and write sketches. Aries has also found great success in the world of feature films. At the age of 17, after being spotted in a comedy club, Aries landed a part in the movie Home of Angels. He then appeared in Out-of-Sync, and portrayed Red Foxx in "Why Do Fools Fall In Love". In addition, Aries starred alongside John Leguizamo in TriStar’s The Pest and delivered his most notable performance to date as Cuba Gooding, Jr.’s brother in Columbia’s blockbuster hit Jerry Maguire. Aries continues to spread his comedic wings with the development of feature film projects, which he is currently involved in writing. He is presently developing a feature project based on an original character that he created on Mad TV, as well as a thriller about a young black man immersed in hip-hop culture. Additionally, Aries has made appearances on many talk shows including: Loveline, Vibe, Keenen Ivory Wayans, Soul Train, and Late Friday. He has also lent his voice to an animated character on C-Bear and Jamal and had a recurring stint on Fox’s The Best Damn Sports Show Period, where he created some of the show’s funniest characters during his short time there. Visit: https://www.micdropcomedy.com/events/85870 Mic Drop Comedy on Instagram and Facebook

Our roundup of arts and culture to discover in San Diego this month: Visual art, music, theater, dance, outdoor festivals, books, film and more. Up next: The Rosin Box Project's women choreographers showcase; "Land and Sea" at MCASD; Omar Sosa; Sacra/Profana; San Diego Short Film Festival; Ron Currie; and Domonique King's "Get Hammered."