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Composting with worms, also known as vermicomposting, has benefits for everyone, whether you want to divert kitchen scraps from the landfill, compost in small spaces, or create a natural fertilizer for your plants. In-ground worm composting is especially suited to San Diego County’s climate and is more resilient to the temperature extremes we face, especially during dry, hot months. Join us at the Julian Library to learn how to start and maintain a happy home for red wiggler worms. All pre-registered attendees who are residents of unincorporated San Diego County can receive a free kitchen scraps container. In this workshop, we will cover: - Benefits of composting with worms - Benefits of using an in-ground worm bin - Tools, materials, and steps to start an in-ground worm bin - How to feed your worms and which foods are suitable - Troubleshooting and maintaining all worm bin styles - Harvesting and using finished castings Benefits of in-ground vermicomposting include: - Greater resistance to temperature extremes - Increased soil aeration in garden beds - Save money on purchased worm castings and soil amendments - Lower your contribution to landfills - Increase soil health & soil microbiome - Increase water retention in soil Solana Center for Environmental Innovation on Facebook / Instagram

Beautify your space with plants that invite butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators! You can create a vibrant, welcoming, and colorful habitat for pollinators at home. Whether you're new to gardening or full of experience, this Fall workshop will equip you with the knowledge and practices to plan for Spring blooms! Join Solana Center Senior Environmental Educator, Jennifer Galey, and learn all about: - Key plant choices to attract specific pollinators & why native plants are especially beneficial - The important sources to provide for pollinators (food, shelter, water, and host plants) - Best methods for irrigation, watering, alternatives to pesticides and fertilizer, and how 'living soil' benefits your garden's ecosystem Solana Center for Environmental Innovation on Facebook / Instagram

One night before Angus & Julia Stone’s new album, "Karaoke Bar," officially drops, Werewolf is turning up the volume for an exclusive pre-release listening party. Join us Thursday, September 3 from 7–9 p.m. to hear the new album in full. Sip themed cocktails and experience "Karaoke Bar" alongside fellow fans at San Diego’s only pre-release listening events. Werewolf on Instagram

Prepare your garden for El Niño & take advantage of the extra rain! In this workshop, we will cover: - Using mulch and compost to build healthy soil that conserves water and reduces erosion - Managing irrigation efficiently to reduce water use and cost - Soil types and gardening styles - Rainwater management basics: rain barrels, swales, and rain gardens - San Diego climate-appropriate planting Learn how to create a less thirsty and more environmentally-friendly landscape that saves water and money! Join us at this workshop hosted by the Pine Valley Library, where Solana Center’s knowledgeable educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a garden that fits San Diego’s semi-arid climate. Solana Center for Environmental Innovation on Facebook / Instagram

Midday Edition broadcasts live from the first day of Comic-Con. We walk you through what you can expect, dive into the meaning behind some of your favorite stories and give you an inside perspective on what it is like to be a voice actor.

Make art, meet new friends, and see what Pride in the Tribe is all about! When: Friday, September 18 | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Where: Lawrence Family JCC Cost: Free (Dinner Included!)- registration required. Registration closes Wednesday, September 16th Who: Open to ALL middle & high school teens (Grades 6–12) — allies, LGBTQ+ youth, and curious newcomers of all backgrounds are welcome! Looking for a cozy Friday night hang, free food, and a place to meet great people? Join us for our Kickoff Shabbat Dinner! Whether you're looking to build leadership skills, connect with like-minded teens, or just grab free dinner, this low-stakes kickoff is the perfect way to drop in and check out the vibe. What to expect: Free Shabbat Dinner: Great food, rainbow challah, and a warm, relaxed atmosphere. Art Activity: We'll be creating a group collage focused on community, leadership, and what it means to be an advocate for LGBTQ+ equality (no art skills needed!). Fellowship & Program Preview: Learn about our 10-month high school fellowship—plus, help us shape potential new middle school programming for this year! Bring a friend or come solo — you do not need to be Jewish or queer to attend. Around this table, everyone belongs. Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center on Facebook / Instagram

More than three decades after its release, "I Do Not Want What I Haven’t Got" remains the album that brought Sinéad O’Connor to international audiences and established her as one of music’s most unforgettable voices. Featuring songs including “Nothing Compares 2 U,” “The Emperor’s New Clothes,” and “Jump in the River,” the record endures through the fearlessness, vulnerability, and uncompromising spirit that defined her work. Joining us at The Loft, interdisciplinary artist Dorian Wood performs the recording in its entirety. Created as a personal and heartfelt tribute to O’Connor, this piano-and-voice performance offers an opportunity to spend an evening with one of the most celebrated releases of the 1990s and the enduring influence of Sinéad O’Connor. Dorian Wood on Instagram

Following Off-Broadway and London runs, the Fringe hit "Hold On To Your Butts" makes its ArtPower debut at The Loft. Created by Recent Cutbacks, a comedy ensemble known for movie parodies, this production reimagines the 1993 blockbuster Jurassic Park using two actors, a Foley artist creating sound effects onstage, and a bit of lo-fi magic. Every dinosaur encounter, narrow escape, and iconic moment comes to life through physical comedy, rapid-fire character changes, and ingenious stagecraft. Whether you’re revisiting a childhood favorite or meeting its dinosaurs for the first time, "Hold On To Your Butts" finds fresh humor and surprise in one of cinema’s most beloved adventures.

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria on how long Comic-Con will remain in San Diego. Then, hear what happened when Chula Vista’s city council tried to give themselves a big raise this week. And sticking with local governments, Lemon Grove considers a tenant protection ordinance. We’ve also got a conversation with Marnie Von Wilpert about how she’s juggling her campaign for Congress and her recent cancer diagnosis. Plus, reporter John Carroll takes us for a stroll on the new Pride Promenade.

Celebrate 15 Years of Healing With Us! Join Healing Wave Aquatics on Sunday, September 27, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. for an afternoon of celebration, connection, and community as we honor 15 years of healing together. Bring your family and friends and enjoy delicious food from Coco Maya, interactive wellness demonstrations, community partners, lawn games, special animal guests, opportunity drawings, and more. Whether you've been part of the HWA community for years or are discovering us for the first time, we'd love to celebrate this milestone with you. Reserve your ticket and join the celebration! Healing Wave Aquatics on Facebook / Instagram