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Excitement surrounds the atmosphere for the upcoming craft show, a festive marketplace filled with creative energy. This year's event also features a unique spin - an enchanting Christmas in July department, making it a must-visit. Visit: Applecrate Summer Craft and Vintage Show

The Carlsbad Wine and Food Festival, presented by the Rotary Club of Carlsbad, is where culinary enthusiasts join to uncover a myriad of savory delights and taste a diverse ensemble of beers and wines. Proceeds from the event go toward supporting local not-for-profit organizations, ensuring it combines a world of gastronomic indulgence with the power of purposeful giving. Visit: Carlsbad Wine and Food Festival Carlsbad Wine and Food Festival on Instagram and Facebook

Get ready to shout B-I-N-G-O for a great cause! Join us for a night of fun, prizes, and puppy love—all to support Road Dogs Rescue. Classic bingo games Fun prizes Bring your pup $20 bingo cards — 100% donated to Road Dogs Rescue Come play, sip, and help make a difference—one bingo card at a time! Pure Pawsh on Facebook / Instagram

Level up your San Diego summer with a nostalgia-packed bite: the PAC-MAN Cafe is coming to San Diego and opening July 12, just steps from Petco Park (323 Seventh Ave). Brought to you by Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. and produced by Secret Sauce Society, this immersive pop-up celebrates 45 years of PAC-MAN with themed eats, arcade play, exclusive merch, and retro fun. The menu — created with help from Insight Editions’ "PAC-MAN: The Official Cookbook" and featuring a specialty ramen bowl by Maruchan — includes MAZEmen noodles, PAC-ked quesadillas, Ghost-themed cake pops and drinks, and shaved ice inspired by PAC-MAN’s iconic Fruits, all served in limited-edition packaging. Opening weekend (July 12–13) kicks off with a grand opening celebration featuring meet-and-greets with PAC-MAN and Blinky, plus exclusive giveaways. The first 25 guests each day on select dates (July 12–13, 19–20, 24–27, and August 2–3) will score limited-edition pins, tote bags, cafe-themed merch, and free arcade access, including to SHADOW LABYRINTH, a new 2D action platformer that reimagines the classic game. The cafe will be open daily 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. from July 12 – August 3. The food and merchandise are all for purchase. Visit: https://sdccblog.com/events-default/pac-man-cafe/

The ranchera and bolero singer took aim at machismo as if it were a piñata. For decades, she wrote and sang feminist anthems full of pain, rage and empowerment.

Author Tonya Graham McQuade—whose family roots go deep in Missouri— will discuss Missouri’s interesting Civil War history and share excerpts from her book, "A State Divided: The Civil War Letters of James Calaway Hale and Benjamin Petree of Andrew County, Missouri, 1862-1865." The book includes fifty previously unpublished Civil War letters written by two of her ancestors and explains the context in which these two Missouri soldiers and their families found themselves living. Both before and during the Civil War, they watched discord, destruction, and bloodshed erupt all around them. Overall, Missouri suffered more than 1,000 engagements on its soil. Many of those involved guerrilla warfare, including the Centralia Massacre and Battle of Centralia, which occurred Sept. 27, 1864. As it turns out, Tonya discovered she has family ties to Centralia on both the Union and Confederate sides. Visit: San Diego Civil War Round Table: October Meeting

The U.S. once controlled the market on rare earth elements, sought after for a range of technologies. But in the last few decades, China has cornered that market and surpassed the U.S.

Get ready to indulge your taste buds as the 29th Annual Taste of Gaslamp makes its highly anticipated return in the heart of downtown San Diego! On Saturday, September 20, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., this iconic tasting tour invites locals and visitors alike to explore the vibrant flavors of the Gaslamp Quarter, spanning 16 walkable city blocks and featuring over 20 of the district’s hottest restaurants. This isn’t just a tasting tour… it’s a full-on foodie adventure. Stroll at your own pace, sampling delicious bites and sipping signature sips from some of the most talked-about spots in town. From gourmet fusion to bold BBQ and decadent desserts, each stop offers something new to discover. This year, the party starts early and won’t stop until you drop! A special pre-Taste party will kick off the celebration to get you in the tasting spirit. Stick around after the event for another exclusive celebration, details coming soon! Want to level up your tasting experience? Upgrade to VIP status and unlock five exclusive bites and beverages from premier dining destinations not available to general admission guests. But don’t wait, VIP tickets are limited and sell out fast! Previous featured restaurants include: Cafe Sevilla • Gaslamp BBQ • Havana 1920 • STK Steakhouse • Il Sogno Italiano • Lou & Mickey’s • Meze Greek Fusion • The Field Irish Pub • Johnny WAHOO! Golf Bar • Baja Rick’s Cantina… and many more local favorites! Since its humble beginnings in 1993 as a cozy dinner party in the historic Yuma Building, Taste of Gaslamp has grown into one of San Diego’s most beloved culinary events—an annual celebration of flavor, community, and the rich food culture of the Gaslamp Quarter. Ticket Info: General Admission: $55 (in advance) | $65 (day-of) VIP Admission: $80 (in advance) | $90 (day-of) Grab your crew, bring your appetite, and experience why Taste of Gaslamp has been a must-attend tradition for 29 years. For tickets and more info, visit gaslamp.org/tasteofgaslamp or call 619.233.5008. Join us as we toast to San Diego’s culinary scene in one unforgettable afternoon. See you in the Gaslamp! Gaslamp Quarter on Facebook / Instagram

Lecture title: Reprogramming the immune system: A new era of precision immunotherapy for cancer and autoimmune disease - Front Row lecture with Travis Young, PhD Description: Your immune system is your body’s natural defense, capable of identifying what belongs and what doesn’t. But when it falters, it can let cancer grow unchecked or mistakenly attack your own healthy tissues, leading to autoimmune diseases. What if we could reprogram the immune system to tip the balance in our favor, gaining an advantage over both cancers and autoimmune disorders? In this free Front Row lecture, Calibr-Skaggs’ vice president of biologics, Travis Young, will share how Scripps Research is using genetic engineering to reprogram patients’ own immune cells to create personalized “switchable” CAR-T cell therapies. This approach represents a new class of precision immunotherapy designed to induce deep and durable remissions in patients with a wide range of cancers, from lymphoma to breast cancer, as well as in chronic autoimmune conditions such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and systemic sclerosis. Young will explain how this breakthrough strategy works and what it could mean for the future of medicine. About Scripps Research: Scripps Research is an independent, nonprofit biomedical institute based in La Jolla, California, and ranked one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. The Front Row lecture series, now in its eighth season, offers an exclusive glimpse into groundbreaking scientific discoveries in action. Reserve your seat today and learn how our scientists remain at the forefront of advancing the future of science and medicine. Join us—in the front row. Reserve your seat! Settle into our auditorium for an inspirational, in-person experience, or attend virtually with thousands of people from around the world. Scripps Research on Facebook / Instagram

Arielle Ford Brings “What Love Is (and Isn’t)” to Seaside Center for Spiritual Living Bestselling author and internationally renowned relationship expert Arielle Ford is coming to Seaside Center for Spiritual Living for a rare, in-person evening titled “What Love Is (and Isn’t): Tools to Find Love, Keep Love & Be Love” on Friday, August 1 at 7 p.m. With warmth, wit, and the wisdom of over three decades in the love-and-relationship space, Arielle will guide attendees through a heart-opening exploration of modern love—shattering the myths, deepening the truths, and sharing immediately usable tools for every stage of relationship. Whether you’re single, partnered, or somewhere in between, this one-night-only event promises insight, inspiration, and soul-stirring connection. Event Highlights: - A gratitude practice to attract romantic love - Why it’s totally okay to go to bed angry - How you might already know your soulmate (and what to do about it) - Ways to re-ignite peace, passion, and pleasure in your current relationship Arielle Ford is the beloved author of 12 books, including the international bestseller "The Soulmate Secret" and "Wabi Sabi Love." Her new novel, "The Love Thief"—a romantic spiritual thriller inspired by true events in San Diego and India—takes readers on a journey through heartbreak, betrayal, and ultimately, spiritual awakening. (Think "Eat, Pray, Love" meets "Dirty John"—with a happy ending.) In addition to her writing, Ford was the publicist for dozens of top selling authors such as Wayne Dyer, Marianne Williamson, Louise Hay, Gary Zukav, Don Miguel Ruiz and more. Books will be available for purchase and signing following the event. More on Arielle Ford at arielleford.com Event Details: "What Love Is (and Isn’t): Tools to Find Love, Keep Love & Be Love" An Evening with Arielle Ford Friday, August 1 | 7 p.m. Seaside Center for Spiritual Living 1613 Lake Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024 Come for the wisdom. Stay for the heart-healing. Leave with tools for real love. Event Inquires: Terah Short education@seasidecenter.org | 619-881-7988 Media interviews, contact: Arielle Ford arielleford@gmail.com | 858-775-3318 Arielle Ford on Facebook / Instagram