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NPR interviews with current and former officials reveal more of the backstory around the military's strikes in the Caribbean.

Forty percent of babies in the U.S. are born to unmarried mothers. Increasingly, those moms are over 30, at a time when teen pregnancy has fallen off a cliff and births are declining for younger women.

After more than five decades with NPR, correspondent and former All Things Considered and Weekend Edition Sunday host, Susan Stamberg, retired from the network this week.

Shop the best vinyl vendors in the region, with an extensive selection of genres and thousands of LPs and 45s. Dig around in the crates and find some hidden gems while enjoying live sets from Chakasonica Fronterizx Vinyl Collective. This special event will be happening in the Mini Park during the monthly The North Park Vegan Market . Featuring: - Casa Retro - DJ Bob One - Dj Sweetchuck - Existence76 - Five Space Shop - Japanese Joints - Rare Folk Art Records - Rock and Refresh - Sabrina Covington - Slaps and Kicks - Track City Records - Vinyl DJ - WM Record Shop The North Park Vegan Market is located next to the North Park Mini Park, a spacious plaza features seating, gardens and a playground. Vendors are set up on both sides of North Park Way between 30th St and Granada Ave and on 29th St. Featuring a rotating lineup of diverse vendors from San Diego, Orange County and LA, the North Park Vegan Market showcases the best plant-based food in SoCal on the 2nd Saturday of every month. In between bites, shop a curated selection of local products, crafts and services. This is a rain or shine event. Parking: There is a 6-story parking garage on 29th St and North Park Way. Additionally, there is free street parking nearby. Vegan Food Popup Events by Viridian Productions are free monthly markets that showcase the best plant-based food in SoCal, featuring a rotating lineup of diverse vendors from San Diego, Orange County and LA. Viridian Productions on Facebook / Instagram

"Access" is a group exhibition featuring material and conceptual works by multidisciplinary artists Carolina Danu, Yena Kim, Nanzi Muro, and Gabrielle Berens. "Access" includes MFA students from San Diego State University who believe in the need for diversity in the arts. Through printmaking, textiles, ceramics, digital graphics, illustrations, paintings, and woven sculpture, the selected works celebrate the evolving practices of these emerging artists and will serve to inspire the possibilities of material expression. The title of the exhibition, "Access," represents access to arts education, access to facilities, access to community, as well as access to expression through a variety of media and materials. Bonita Museum & Cultural Center on Facebook / Instagram

Also in theaters this week are Aziz Ansari's feature directorial debut and Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein.

Dust off your dirndls for the 52nd annual La Mesa Oktoberfest, returning Friday, October 3 through Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. This free three jam-packed days will transform La Mesa into a lively Bavarian village complete with three all-ages biergartens, endless entertainment, and something for every age and interest. For beer lovers and partygoers, the festivities kick off in the Hofbräuhaus Biergarten, where traditional Oompah bands and energetic cover acts fuel a festive atmosphere of stein-holding competitions, chicken dances, and plenty of prost-worthy fun. All three biergartens are open to all ages, so guests of every generation can soak up the sounds, flavors, and festivities together. Meanwhile, families can settle into the new Palm Haus: Biers, Bites & Bouncies, a shaded bier hall featuring live music, games, and a kid-friendly zone with bounce houses and play areas. And for those seeking a more relaxed vibe, the Craft Bier & Seltzer Garten offers a chill hangout with lawn games, upbeat tunes, and a rotating lineup of local brews and seltzers. Beyond the bier and bites, La Mesa Oktoberfest features over 100 food and non-food vendors, making it a destination for shopping, snacking, and exploring. Artisan Alley on Allison Avenue returns with handcrafted goods from local makers, perfect for early holiday shopping or finding something truly unique. And don’t miss the always-popular Dackeldorf Dachshund Village, where four-legged friends compete in high-speed Wiener dog races and strut their stuff in adorable fashion shows. Festivalgoers can burn off energy at the German Kinder Karneval, packed with face painting, balloon art, inflatable obstacle courses, and the iconic Ferris wheel. And for those with a competitive streak, the Glücklich Games bring the heat with crowd-favorite contests like keg holding, tire flipping, and tug-o-war. For those looking to elevate their Oktoberfest experience, VIP passes offer exclusive perks like access to all biergartens, dedicated entrances, private VIP bars, and more. For details and to purchase VIP passes, visit www.LaMesaOktoberfest.org. La Mesa Oktoberfest on Facebook / Instagram

A sonic explosion of Afro-Mexican rhythms, electronic beats, and powerful rhymes, Las Cafeteras performs “Hasta La Muerte,” a Multi-dimensional theatrical and musical performance that explores the stages of grief and loss through the celebration of life and death. Las Cafeteras on Facebook / Instagram

Formed in 1967 by members of the renowned Academy of St Martin in the Fields, the Academy Chamber Ensemble–led by Tomo Keller– brings together some of the world’s finest chamber musicians. Their program will include works by Françaix and Schubert, as well as a newly commissioned piece by Huw Watkins. Academy of St Martin in Fields on Facebook / Instagram

Using his formidable voice, looping pedals, and his vast imagination, musician, comedian, writer, and actor Reggie Watts blends and blurs the lines between music and comedy, wowing audiences with performances that are 100% improvised. Reggie Watts on Facebook / Instagram