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The 4th of July is the most highly attended beach day of the year—and it leaves behind an oversized mess. Join us on July 5th, the dirtiest beach day of the year, to help restore our coastline to its natural beauty. Launched by our Chapter in 2006, Morning After Mess is now in its 20th year of cleaning up the coastlines. With 5 cleanup sites across the county, there's likely one near you. Come be part of the solution! Locations: View of the July 5th cleanup sites + registration links and more details. Oceanside Beach South Ponto Mission Beach Fiesta Island OB Dog Beach & Estuary Surfrider Foundation San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Start your engines for an afternoon of fun, friends, and fundraising as Home of Guiding Hands (HGH) hosts its annual Cheers for Charity Pub Crawl inviting the community to raise a glass while making a meaningful difference for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout San Diego County. This year's Race Day-themed event will take participants on a spirited tour through three of La Mesa's favorite establishments: Coin Haus, The Regal Bar, and Casa Gabriela. Guests are encouraged to embrace the racing theme with checkered flags, pit crew uniforms, racing jerseys, and winner's circle-inspired attire. All proceeds from the event directly support Home of Guiding Hands' life-changing programs and services, including residential housing, early childhood development, independent living skills training, life planning, respite care, and other essential supports that empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live full, meaningful lives. For more than 50 years, Home of Guiding Hands has provided quality community-based services to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout San Diego County. Events like Cheers for Charity help ensure individuals receive the support, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive. Tickets include one complimentary drink at each pub stop, tasty bites, access to exclusive drink specials, entry into a raffle drawing, and an exclusive Home of Guiding Hands stainless steel keepsake cup. Participants must be 21 years of age or older to attend. Home of Guiding Hands on Facebook / Instagram

A pilot program providing more assisted living coverage in rural California has emerged from one man’s fight to change his sister’s options.

First, two proposed SDG&E projects are raising concern from some. Also, the first of four public meetings occurred around deciding the future of the San Pasqual Academy. Then, a new state plan puts a focus on reducing human-caused wildfires. Next, a local Navy admiral’s promotion is being held up, we’ll tell you why.

Mehregan is one of the oldest and most cherished Persian festivals, celebrating the arrival of autumn and the values of love, friendship, gratitude, and togetherness. Join us for an afternoon of Persian and multicultural art and crafts, hands-on activities, music, and dance as we welcome the new season together. Sunday, September 6, 2026 12-2 p.m. Museum of History and Culture, La Jolla Free for All Persian Place is honored to celebrate Mehregan in collaboration with the Museum of History and Culture in La Jolla at this beautiful museum. Persian Place on Facebook / Instagram

The facility is the county's oldest jail. Sheriff Kelly Martinez said her department has spent a lot of money to keep it "limping along."

Andaz San Diego is partnering with The San Diego Museum of Art to host a special Art Alive Preview Weekend April 17-19, 2026, featuring floral interpretations of art to provide guests and locals a glimpse of what they can anticipate at Art Alive at The San Diego Museum of Art on April 23-26, 2026. Art Alive is a beloved annual exhibition and signature fundraiser now in its forty-fifth year at the Museum. The Art Alive Preview Weekend hosted at Andaz San Diego will give visitors and locals an opportunity to explore the central element of Art Alive: floral arrangements inspired by works of art. This special preview event at Andaz Hotel will be held the weekend before Art Alive at The San Diego Museum of Art and transform the hotel into a living gallery, featuring original floral arrangements created by Art Alive designers and inspired by artworks and architectural elements in the hotel. Thoughtfully integrated throughout the property, the installations will invite hotel guests and the public to encounter art in unexpected ways, creating a visually compelling experience that blends creativity, design, and place. Throughout the weekend, guests can expect moments of discovery woven into Andaz San Diego’s modern design, from striking floral interpretations to art-forward details that encourage exploration and interaction. The Art Alive Preview Weekend reflects Andaz’s commitment to imaginative travel, offering experiences that are engaging, fun, and designed to leave a lasting impression. Andaz San Diego is also extending a 20% special offer to Art Alive attendees to stay at the Gaslamp hotel April 15 through April 30, 2026, inviting guests to make their Art Alive experience a full exploration of downtown San Diego. Located in the Gaslamp Quarter, Andaz San Diego embodies the brand’s philosophy of being global in scale while local in perspective. Through design-driven spaces, Andaz San Diego empowers self-expression and stimulates curiosity, inviting guests to go beyond the expected and immerse themselves in the creative energy of the city. Andaz San Diego’s Art Alive preview will be open to the public April 17-19, 2026. The full Art Alive experience at The San Diego Museum of Art will be held April 24–26, 2026. For more information about Art Alive, visit www.sdmart.org.

The median price of an existing single-family home in San Diego County was $1.085 million in June, up from $1.059 million in May and up 5.9% from June 2025.

San Diego, you’re invited to an unforgettable night of pole artistry. On June 14, Pole Theater hits the stage at Charade Speakeasy, featuring powerful, dynamic pole performances by Fanta Gals & Company set to selected songs inspired by the musical "Chicago." Expect precise choreography, bold character work, and elevated athleticism in a tightly curated showcase highlighting the strength, creativity, and storytelling of our performers. Directed by @Dulceburnz. Three shows only: 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets: • $30 on Punchpass • $25 via Venmo: @pimpmamasteffy/ ApplePay(760672-2114)/ zelle: stephanieabayan@gmail.com ^^Please Comment Time Slot^^^ A limited-run performance designed to leave a mark. 45 Min Show Please arrive on Time Charade Speakeasy 1863 Fifth Ave. San Diego, CA 92101 No Refunds Visit: https://www.fantasyfitnessfactory.com/events

Downtown San Diego’s premier destination for coastal cuisine and craft cocktails, Lionfish’s new offerings showcase Ruiz’s commitment to sustainable seafood, premium ingredients and flavors inspired by the region’s vibrant culinary scene. New starters include Mexican corn soup, made with lime, chili powder, roasted corn and micro cilantro, priced at $18; albacore crudo with green papaya, spiced nuts, crispy shallots, lemongrass Thai dressing and cilantro, priced at $24; and short rib skewers, featuring three Korean-style Bulgogi skewers finished with green onion cauda, priced at $27. New entrées include swordfish katsu, served with a cabbage and mustard green salad, takuan, creamy karashi mustard and tonkatsu sauce, priced at $48; a 14-ounce New York strip accompanied by bone marrow, charred rapini, crispy onions and wasabi demi, priced at $79; and scallops and pork soup dumplings with bok choy, garlic crunch broth and green onion, priced at $46. The sushi program introduces two new specialty rolls: the Hannya, made with spicy tuna, cucumber, yamagobo, kampachi, big eye tuna, avocado, bubu arare and nikiri, priced at $26; and The Lunatic, featuring soft shell crab, blue crab mix, yamagobo, seared albacore, avocado, ikura and matcha ponzu, priced at $32. Additional menu additions include king trumpet mushrooms served with gochujang barbecue sauce, a poached egg and chives, priced at $17. Lionfish has also expanded its weekday happy hour menu, available from 5 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, with the addition of hand rolls, priced at $9 each. Wrapped in soy paper, options include baked crab with crispy onions and spicy aioli; Bang Bang Shrimp with scallions and spicy aioli; spicy tuna with cucumber, sprouts and spicy aioli; and veggie with avocado, cucumber and sprouts. The happy hour menu also features favorites like Peking duck bao buns, priced at $11; Korean-style chicken wings, priced at $11; and Kumiai Baja oysters, priced at $1.50 each. Lionfish is open from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 5 to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. More information is available at LionfishSD.com. Facebook, Instagram and TikTok