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First Monday of every month: Come join us for an engaging lecture  on fascinating scientific topics, followed by an unforgettable show in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater—all for the discounted admission of $10! It's a great way to learn something new and connect with others in our community. Plus, enjoy engaging and interactive experiences that you won't want to miss. We can't wait to explore the wonders of science with you! Click here to see the lineup of lecture topics, speakers and documentaries. Tickets are available only at the ticket counter on the day of the event. Fleet Members have free access to the Sharp Minds lecture.  Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram

As the Trump administration threatens to withhold federal funding from Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs, City College is using a grant for Latino students in STEM to improve its planetarium.

Explore "Doctor Who: Worlds of Wonder Where Science Meets Fiction" and step through the TARDIS into an immersive experience.

Ready to expand your writer’s toolkit? This workshop dives into figurative language—similes, metaphors, personification, synesthetic language, and more—as powerful techniques to add flair and dimension to your prose. Through creative exercises and practice with reverse engineering examples, you’ll analyze figurative language on a technical level and study what makes it successful. Using what you learn, you’ll practice creating your own examples. Learning objectives: By the end of the workshop, participants will… Have a framework for developing their own figurative writing style Learn to how to analyze effective figurative writing Be able to identify different types of figurative writing techniques Ideal for creative writers of any genre who want to broaden their stylistic options and elevate key moments in their work. Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2025-06-22-beyond-the-literal-with-jamie-li/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

MiraCosta College Symphony Orchestra (MCCSO) and the Music Teachers’ Association of California (MTAC) Young Artists Showcase II The MiraCosta College Symphony Orchestra would like to invite you to join us for an eventful evening of music making featuring the incredibly talented young artist winners of the MTAC of San Diego’s concerto competition. We will have multiple soloists joining the orchestra for an amazing display of poise and virtuosity. To complete the celebration, the MCCSO will perform P. I. Tchaikovsky's Overture to "Romeo and Juliette." We look forward to sharing a wonderful weekend of music with you! Directed by Branden Muresan Visit: https://miracostatheatre.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?SeriesID=43 MiraCosta College on Facebook / Instagram

Join us at the Kensington-Normal Heights Library for a Free Persian Music Concert in the park. The music will be jazz inspired with a Persian flair. There will be a mix of Eastern and Western Instruments. This is a monthly music series on every 3rd Saturday. Music is by Dornob Collective led by Farhad Bahrami. Farhad teaches World Music and Middle East Ensemble at Grossmont College. Dornob's mission is to cross cultural bridges through music. Recommended for all ages. Please bring a blanket or camping chair to sit on the grass if you wish. We also encourage you to bring instruments if you would like to jam! We hope to see you there. Presented by the Kensington-Normal Heights Friends of the Library. Kensington-Normal Heights Library on Facebook

The secretary of health and human services said that funding will be curtailed until Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, takes into account the science of vaccine safety in its campaigns.

In seeking to reshape elite universities, the Trump administration is using several tactics, including freezing federal grants and contracts, and threatening colleges' tax-exempt status.

The Scopes Monkey Trial Transcripts come to life in a world-premiere event this summer! Join New Fortune as we celebrate the centennial (July 1925-July 2025) by recreating this epic event, "The Great Debate," where science, religion, education, and legislation collided in America's consciousness—100 years ago. Come hear the powerful speeches and passionate arguments made in the "courtroom" and enjoy the fair-like entertainments on the "courthouse lawn," including Live 1920s Music, Book Sales, Catapulting Monkeys, and much more. American Monkeys ain't Inherit the Wind. This here's the Truth of History. "We have done crossed the Rubicon!" Because New Fortune believes there should be no barrier to anyone being able to attend this great public event, we will not be charging admission. The event is free and all are welcome. Bring the kids. Bring the neighbors. Bring your sweetheart. Bring your friends. Donations are making this and future events like "American Monkeys" possible! So please consider donating at the event to show your support for New Fortune's Public Programming! Recommended donation $20 or “Pay The Fine to Violate the Law” $100. Thank you! The New Fortune Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram

Jean Paul Al Arab and his 6-month-old led police on a brief foot chase during a University at Buffalo ceremony. The school said the grad violated rules about who can participate in the commencement.