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Enter the curious world of Mechanics Alive! and be delighted with this fun-filled, interactive experience that combines science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM). In this exhibition, you can explore small, surreal worlds through fantastical and amusing mechanical sculptures known as automata. These whimsical machines are brought to life by intricate arrangements of handmade cams, gears, cranks and other mechanical elements from basic engineering principles. The exposed inner workings of these creations reveal how each piece comes to life. Date | Saturday, October 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location | The Fleet Science Center Free admission for all attendees. Social media Fleet Science Center on Facebook Fleet Science Center on Twitter For more information, please visit www.fleetscience.org/exhibitions/mechanics-alive or call (619) 238-1233.

The Building Industry Association of San Diego County announced last week it was hiring Lori Holt-Pfeiler as its next chief executive, making her the first woman to lead the main lobbying organization for local developers.

Be among the first to meet yourself in the digital world in Digital Me, an interactive new experience with over a dozen larger-than-life exhibits in technology, art, play and media. Join us for the Digital Me Public Opening Party to enjoy the immersive new exhibition, fun giveaways and special surprises! Don’t miss the world premiere of this exhibition on Saturday, October 9, only at the Fleet Science Center. The colorful, experiential exhibition is suitable for all ages—young children can experiment with new technologies and surprising exhibits, and adults will gain a deeper understanding of the implications of our presence on the Internet. Date/Location Oct. 9,2021 @10am-6pm Fleet Science Center For more information please visit: https://www.fleetscience.org/events/digital-me-pop

There has been a groundswell of conservative enthusiasm around school politics in the last few years. Progressives are hoping to have their own source of organization to counter that enthusiasm.

The women's race starts Sunday in Paris and lasts for 8 stages, ending July 31. The last multiday women's race was held in 1989.

In the crowded primary for California controller, Yvonne Yiu is betting that spending millions of her own money is her ticket to the top two. But the track record of self-funding candidates in statewide races is mixed.

Maria Hinojosa recorded years of conversations with a man who never expected to get out of prison. Then he did. On Monday, Suave, a podcast about his incarceration and release won a Pulitzer.

Cash'd Out, the next best thing to Johnny Cash, will be performing at Ocean's Beach premier tri-level restaurant, bar and live music venue The Holding Company! The group's genuine love (and authentic recreation) of Johnny Cash’s music and its universal appeal fans of all ages and of virtually all musical genres makes each Cash’d Out show a must-see event. Date | Thursday, October 14 at 7 p.m. Location | The Holding Company Get tickets here! Advanced admission: $22 Day-of-show admission: $30 Follow our social media! The Holding Co. on Facebook Cash'd Out on Facebook Cash'd Out on Instagram For more information, please visit theholdingcompanyob.com or call (619) 341-5898.

Discover new music from bands in the region, including 10-19 and the Number Men, Accidents, The Verigolds, Maura Rosa and Satanic Puppeteer Orchestra.

A report released Thursday by a Yale University-based research organization found distinct racial disparities in police contacts — including searches, traffic stops and arrests — over a recent five-year period in San Diego. Plus, identities are complicated, messy and often incredibly personal. San Diegans weigh in on how they identify and their thoughts on the term Latinx. And this weekend in the arts: classical music honors the planet, a fictional band comes to life (live!), SDMA gets the floral treatment, a new San Ysidro art crawl and a Black playwright’s world premiere on Juneteenth.