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St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center (SMSC) will celebrate six decades of empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities at its 60th Anniversary fundraising event, California Dreamin’. This signature event will take place at SMSC’s secret two-acre organic garden, bringing together community leaders, philanthropists, and local businesses for a picturesque sunset celebration. Guests will enjoy a signature cocktail reception, beer and wine, an elevated sunset dinner, and a live Beach Boys tribute band. The coastal-themed evening will also include an opportunity drawing and silent auction. Proceeds from the event will benefit SMSC’s Garden and Aquatics programs that promote independence, confidence, and inclusion for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Through its innovative programs, SMSC gives students a chance to develop creative outlets and learn marketable skills. The aquatics program offers year-round swimming classes and a social experience with a broad spectrum of health benefits. The organic garden serves as a reality-based work training environment, with students learning horticulture and customer services skills to improve their daily lives and branch out as important contributors to the greater community. Over 400 students attend SMSC, ranging from young adults to seniors in their eighties. All are invited to join in celebrating the center’s legacy and investing in the next 60 years of impact! St. Madeleine Sophie's Center on Facebook / Instagram

Honoring all creatures of the animal kingdom. Whether they are big or small, flying or swimming, or even creepy and crawly, we want to celebrate the diversity of wildlife. Escondido Arts Partnership on Facebook / Instagram

Since the opening of Camp East Montana in Texas last year, immigration lawyers and rights advocates have expressed concerns about conditions inside the facility.

A massive hack of education platform Canvas hit California especially hard. What happens next?

We’re excited to share that Salt & Straw ice cream’s beloved Berries Series has returned, featuring fan-favorite flavors that highlight the season’s ripest fruit alongside two new creations and the limited-time return of the Strawberry Shortcake Waffle Cone. The artisan ice cream brand is also celebrating National Ice Cream Week with the debut of a customizable Pint Sundae. Available now through July 23rd, The Berries Series showcases the best of summer berry harvests and West Coast produce. Returning favorites are joined by two new flavors from Tyler Malek, co-founder, head ice cream maker, and the culinary force behind Salt & Straw: Huckleberry Oat Crisp with Foraged Porcini and Raspberry Marzipan Princess Cake (v). To round out the seasonal lineup, Salt & Straw is also bringing back its Strawberry Shortcake Waffle Cone for a limited time, a fruity pairing perfect for any scoop. If you have the Salt & Straw app, you can take advantage of the “Order Ahead” feature to skip the line! Flavors in The Berries Series include: Birthday Cakes and Blackberries - Mouthfuls of rainbow-flecked ‘confetti’ cake are generously strewn throughout salted vanilla ice cream and wrapped with a ribbon of Oregon Growers jam—made from the plump, juicy blackberries the PNW is famous for. Strawberry Pretzel Salad - An iconic Midwestern “salad” turned scoop is back for another summer! Cream cheese ice cream gets swirled with a crunchy pretzel crumble and finished with ribbons of vibrant housemade strawberry jam. Goat Cheese Marionberry Habanero - A longtime fan favorite! Goat cheese from renowned California cheesemaker Cypress Grove meets a fruity swirl of marionberry-habanero jam in every spoonful. Pioneered in Oregon, they’re a standout in the berry landscape and the ideal counterpoint to the slow-build heat and delightfully funky cheese. *New!* Huckleberry Oat Crisp with Foraged Porcini - Porcini mushrooms are cooked down with maple syrup and a splash of port wine before churned into a silky ice cream base. Huckleberry jam adds bright acidity while hand-broken pieces of oaty rosemary lace cookies bring a savory-sweet crunch. *New!* Raspberry Marzipan Princess Cake (v) - Inspired by Sweden’s beloved green princess cake, pistachio-cashew frozen dessert is brightened with vanilla bean and a touch of salt. Ribbons of tangy seedless raspberry jam streak throughout, alongside toothsome cubes of raspberry marzipan and delicate chunks of vanilla bean cake. Additionally, Salt & Straw is celebrating National Ice Cream Week (7/13-7/20), by offering guests the opportunity to create their own Pint Sundae, featuring three scoops of their choice served in a personalized pint and customized with themed stickers. San Diego Locations include: Little Italy, UTC, Del Mar One Paseo, One Paseo Salt & Straw Ice Cream on Facebook / Instagram

California voters will advance two candidates for governor to the November election in the most unsettled gubernatorial race in recent memory, concluding a long and winding primary campaign in which Democrats struggled to pick a new leader for the nation’s most populous blue state.

In a previously unpublicized letter to Congress, the newly departed head of ICE said the agency collects data on people suspected of potentially unlawful activity, which could include protesters.

Enjoy a great summer day outdoors at the San Diego Made Summer Market happening on Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Liberty Station’s Ingram Plaza. This two-day outdoor festival celebrates the creative community and small businesses in San Diego with over 120 local vendors, live music, delicious food and drinks, crafts, photo ops, and more. This family-friendly event is a great way to shop small and explore one-of-a-kind items for yourself and loved ones. Children 10 and under get in free, and there is a $5 entry fee for adults to support the San Diego Made 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Be sure to grab a scavenger hunt card at the entrance—make three qualifying purchases and receive a free handmade gift (while supplies last)! As well as, a voucher available at our information booth for a free gift redeemable at the Jackalope Indie Artisan Fair on August 29 and 30. San Diego Made on Facebook / Instagram

ImprovCon is a new 3.5-day event dedicated to the art and craft of improvisational theater, taking place August 20–23, 2026 at the Town and Country Resort. The event brings together performers, teachers, and audiences for a weekend of live performances, hands-on workshops, and panel discussions exploring the full range of modern improv. The inaugural lineup features acclaimed artists including TJ Jagodowski and David Pasquesi, Scott Adsit, Jet Eveleth, Susan Messing, and Rachael Mason, along with groups like Asian AF and 3Peat, with additional artists to be announced. Programming spans long-form and experimental improv, comedy, storytelling, and hybrid formats, offering opportunities for both seasoned performers and those new to the art form to engage with the work on stage and in the classroom. In addition to scheduled programming, ImprovCon emphasizes community and connection, creating space for collaboration and conversation among artists and audiences throughout the weekend. Passes are available in advance, and the event is currently accepting submissions for performers, educators, and panelists through April 30, 2026. Play Pass: $200 for full 3.5-day access to performances, panels, and select workshops. A limited number of early-bird passes are available at $150. Patron Pass: $400. Includes all Play Pass access plus priority check-in, priority entry to performances, and premium front-of-theater seating. Hotel Play Pass: $20 with a qualifying stay at the Town and Country Resort. Provides full 3.5-day access as part of the on-site experience. Community Access: A 40% discount on Play Passes is available for active military, teachers, and students with valid ID at check-in (use code: COMMUNITY). Additional premium workshops and seminars will be available for purchase once programming is announced. ImprovCon on Facebook / Instagram

By altering the definition of the word "harm" as used by the Endangered Species Act, the Trump administration may limit how wildlife is protected in the United States. Environmental groups are suing.