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Lionel trains turns 125, celebrating more than a century of holiday magic. From historic models to smartphone-controlled locomotives, these iconic toy trains continue to captivate kids and collectors alike.

Learn strategies for helping a person with dementia manage daily medications safely. This class is presented by local nonprofit Alzheimer's San Diego. Pre-registration is recommended. For more information visit: alzsd.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

SummerSplash is curated by Makeda “Dread” Cheatom, executive director and founder of the WorldBeat Cultural Center. Makeda has produced programs and presented artists from wide cultural genres at the cultural center and beyond. She’s the founder of her own radio show, Reggae Makossa, broadcast on Fusion Radio 102.5 FM and produces her own television show WorldBeat Live, which is broadcast on numerous community television networks throughout the county. Makeda “Dread” Cheatom is dedicated, committed and determined to raise world consciousness through music, dance, and the arts. She promotes unity in diversity while teaching world peace. Presented by WorldBeat Cultural Center and ArtPower Visit: Reggae SummerSplash Festival ArtPower at UC San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

In Dalit Kitchens of Marathwada, Shahu Patole pays tribute to a cuisine that has long been considered not worthy of documentation. We interviewed Patole — and are sharing some of his recipes.

Trump's pick to head the FBI has parlayed his time serving in various national security roles in the first Trump administration to building a brand promoting pro-Trump conspiracy theories.

A free 20min breakfast lecture series for our creative community. Join us for coffee, donuts, and inspiration every last Friday of the month. Visit: https://creativemornings.com/talks/eva-struble Eva Struble on Instagram

U.S.-funded international networks reach more than 420 million people in more than 100 countries each week. Some network leaders fear that Kari Lake intends to cancel all funding for them.

Dive into the world of local wildlife as Roy Toft, an award-winning photographer and biologist, shares his captivating stories and stunning images. From coyotes and jackrabbits to mountain lions, Roy Toft’s backyard is full of wildlife, and he’s captured all kinds of incredible images with the help of remote camera traps. Join us as he shares thrilling stories and stunning images of our wild neighbors. Learn the techniques behind these incredible photos and get tips on setting up your very own trail cameras so you can see what might be lurking in your backyard! Stop by the Museum store after the talk for a chance to get your signed copy of Roy’s newest book, Wild Ramona Tickets are $15 for non-members and $12 for members. Visit: https://www.sdnhm.org/calendar/nattalks-and-films/ Roy Toft on Instagram and Facebook

Join us onsite for Fun Animal Friday with Zovargo on Friday, August 30, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Zovargo will be introducing our guests to exciting tidepool creatures! The event will include a live presentation, meet & greet, storytime, special craft, and more! Included with Museum admission. No registration required. Opportunities to pet the animals are limited and timed-tickets will be provided upon checking in. **Petting is entirely contingent upon the animals' well-being. We recommend arriving at the Museum early to maximize your chances of meeting the animals. A Hold Harmless form is required to be filled out for all guests who want to pet the animals. Visit: https://www.sdcdm.org/fun-animal-friday-tidepool-creatures San Diego Children's Discovery Museum on Instagram and Facebook

From Academy Award-winning directing duo Ben Proudfoot and Kris Bowers, "The Last Repair shop" grants access to the nondescript warehouse in the heart of downtown Los Angeles in which a dwindling handful of devoted craftspeople maintain over 80,000 student musical instruments, the largest remaining workshop in America of its kind. Meet four unforgettable characters whose broken-and-repaired lives have been dedicated to bringing so much more than music to the schoolchildren of the recording capital of the world. A screening of the film will be followed by a Q&A with one of the film's producers, Josh Rosenberg. Visit: https://transaction.theconrad.org/2585/2586 La Jolla Music Society on Instagram and Facebook