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WWII vet with Award Bronze Metal for bravery, oldest Marine Corps League member, and fitness pioneer turn 101, 102, 103 — Coronado event July 17 The Coronado Public Library is hosting “100+ A Celebration of Marvelous Lives” — a public panel conversation with three local centenarians, ages 101, 102, and 103. Peggy Price (103), Walt Travis (102), and Bill Hiscock (101). Bill served with the 20th Armored Division in World War II, crossing the Rhine and fighting in the Battle of the Ruhr Pocket before his division helped liberate Dachau. He earned the Combat Infantryman Badge and a Bronze Star for bravery. Walt is the oldest living member of the Marine Corps League. And Peggy has kept fitness at the center of her life since 1968, when she joined one of Coronado’s first community fitness programs — modeled after the Royal Canadian Air Force. Drawing as many as 75 people — a spark that kept her active for the rest of her life. Three centenarians, three very different paths to a hundred plus years — all in one room, sharing their wit and wisdom. The conversation will be led by Cynthia Mendolia, National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach specializing in aging and longevity with special guest Jill Olen, for the National Institute on Aging. Friday, July 17 | 11 a.m. Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA 92118 coronadolibrary.org | (619) 522-7390

Four-day fall celebration features gourd art, workshops, demonstrations, vendors, cultural performances and family activities The California Gourd Society (CGS), in partnership with Welburn Gourd Farm, will present the 2026 Southern California Gourd Competition and Raffle during Welburn’s Gourd Art & Harvest Days, September 24–27, 2026. The four-day event will celebrate creativity, community and the harvest season with gourd art classes, artist demonstrations, local vendors, cultural activities, music and family-friendly fun. Visitors can also enjoy U-Pick pumpkins and sunflowers at the farm. The schedule includes: Thursday, September 24: Preregistered art workshops Friday, September 25: Workshops, CGS Gourd Art Competition People’s Choice voting Saturday, September 26, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.: Artist and local-vendor marketplace, gourd art demonstrations, competition voting and awards, cultural workshops and performances, and pumpkin and flower shopping Saturday, 4–6 p.m.: Advance tickets required Sunday, September 27: Half-day art classes Advance registration is required for workshops and certain ticketed activities. The complete schedule, class information and tickets are available at welburngourdfarm.com/pages/2026-gahd. Welburn Gourd Farm is located at 40635 De Luz Road, Fallbrook, California 92028, approximately 25 minutes north of central Fallbrook. Known for its sustainably grown, thick-shelled gourds, the farm carefully harvests and hand-selects gourds for artists, crafters, musicians and decorators. Directions are available at WelburnGourdFarm.com. Founded in 1997, the California Gourd Society brings together artists, farmers, gardeners, educators, crafters and gourd enthusiasts who share an appreciation for hard-shelled gourds. A state chapter of the American Gourd Society, CGS supports education, creativity and charitable activities through 12 regional groups and a monthly online group. The organization has approximately 225 members throughout California. Debra Zimmerman California Gourd Society dzgourd@gmail.com Welburn Gourd Farm on Facebook/ Instagram

The new approach puts addiction treatment and long-term recovery at the center of the federal homelessness response, but local advocates question whether San Diego has enough treatment capacity to make it work.

April 26 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Celebrate the flavors of San Diego’s Filipino community at our Filipino Food Pop-Up, presented by Council of Philippine American Organizations (COPAO), in connection with the "Taste of San Diego: Filipino Culinary Journeys" exhibition. This special event brings the exhibition to life through food—featuring Gabina’s Cuisine serving up beloved dishes and sweet treats that reflect generations of culture and tradition. Explore the exhibition, then experience its stories on your plate as cuisine, history, and community come together in one vibrant afternoon. Come hungry and discover the rich culinary heritage that continues to shape San Diego today. San Diego History Center on Facebook / Instagram

Each summer, the British Museum's International Training Programme (ITP) brings together museum professionals from around the world for an intensive residency focused on collaboration, professional development, and knowledge sharing. This year, Mingei Collections Fellow Sedna Villavicencio joined the program, working alongside colleagues from more than 18 countries and visiting partner institutions throughout the United Kingdom. In this Coffee & Conversations, Sedna will share insights from her experience and reflect on the role of Indigenous and BIPOC museum professionals in shaping the future of cultural institutions. Drawing from her collaborations with the British Museum, Lincoln Museum, and the University of Nottingham Museum, she will explore the challenges, opportunities, and possibilities for creating meaningful change within museums today. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

U.S. health officials have approved a groundbreaking pancreatic cancer drug that offers a new approach to treating the deadly form of cancer. The Food and Drug Administration granted approval Wednesday to the first-of-a-kind pill from Revolution Medicines.

Comic-Con 2026 July 23-26 Hilton San Diego Gaslamp is leveling up attendees' Comic-Con experience with the limited time Level Up Lounge, a retro-inspired gaming tavern taking over Wild Hare Bar Garden. Open throughout Comic-Con, the limited-time pop-up invites fans, cosplayers, and convention-goers to step into a vibrant world of pixel-art décor, themed cocktails, nostalgic gaming-inspired details, interactive photo moments, and live entertainment. Just steps from the San Diego Convention Center, Level Up Lounge is open daily during Comic-Con, offering fans a chance to recharge after a day of cosplay, panels, and gaming activations. Inspired by the nostalgia of classic video games, this limited-time experience invites guests to press pause, power up, and feel like they've stepped into a real-life arcade adventure. Plus! An immersive photo experience makes this the ultimate side-quest for downtown San Diego Instagram–worthy Comic-Con Destinations. Wild Hare Bar Garden OPEN DAILY Sunday - Thursday from 6:30 a.m. - 11 p.m. Friday - Saturday from 6:30 a.m. -12 a.m.

Anthropic and OpenAI are expanding their work with third-party evaluators to make their products safer. But questions abound about the state of the science as well as the field's independence.

After 9/11, thousands of rescue and cleanup crews went to work at ground zero. They were exposed to toxic debris and experienced psychological trauma. Today, many say they live in fear of deportation.

A recent study by the Aspen Institute’s Project Play shows that family spending on youth sports has increased by 46% since 2019. Making it out of reach for many low-income families.