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Operation HOPE-North County was selected to distribute FREE baby formula for North County families in need at a special giveaway event on September 12. The event is made possible through a generous donation of $30K from the District 5 Office of Jim Desmond of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors. The TrueCare Mobile Vaccine Clinic will also be on site during the event. Event Details: Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026 Time: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: 840 Townsite Dr., Vista, CA 92084 Cost: FREE. The amount distributed will be based on sign-ups and availability. Registration: Registration does not guarantee a specific formula brand or quantity, but it helps us better serve our community. To participate, please complete this form to help us prepare for the event: https://bit.ly/babyformulagiveaway Parking: Parking is free but will be limited. “We are honored to have been selected to partner with Jim Desmond’s office to assist and support families and babies in need for this unique giveaway event,” says Esperanza Zapico, Executive Director at OHNC. “As a nonprofit homeless shelter that serves single women and families-many with infants, we are keenly aware of the impact this giveaway will make on them and others in our community.” For questions, please email Operation HOPE-North County at: info@operationhopeshelter.org. To further support programming at Operation HOPE-North County visit operationhopeshelter.org and donate today! # # # About Operation HOPE North County Operation HOPE-North County has served families experiencing homelessness for more than 20 years. It provides emergency shelter, transitional housing, case management, children's programming, and supportive services that help families achieve lasting stability. As one of the few family shelters in San Diego County operating within a structured, sober living environment, Operation HOPE provides a safe place where parents and children can heal, rebuild, and work toward permanent housing. While partnerships with government agencies are essential, they do not fully cover the cost of delivering comprehensive, high-quality services. The generosity of individual donors, foundations, businesses, and community partners makes it possible for Operation HOPE-North County to keep its doors open, respond to emerging needs, and ensure families receive the support they need to build brighter futures. For additional information, please contact info@operationhopeshelter.org or visit www.operationhopeshelter.org. To help provide safe shelter, hope, and stability for families experiencing homelessness, please support OperationHOPE-North County's Summer Fundraising Campaign at givebutter.com.

President Trump continues his efforts to remake Washington, D.C. He wants to turn an area used by the public into a world-class golf course.

From Reggaeton to Rock en Español, the energy is mandatory. Pull up for a night of pure fuego and non-stop rhythm. You asked y nosotros escuchamos! Latin Hits night is back all summer long. Come catch a vibe with us once a month as we turn up the heat. We’re spinning the absolute best in Latin music—bringing you everything from the global anthems of Bad Bunny and Karol G to the timeless hits of Shakira, Enrique, and J Balvin. Whether you’re here for the urban beats or the tropical classics, the fun is calling. Grab your friends and come ready to rumbear! Visit: https://punchbowlsocial.com/location/san-diego Punch Bowl Social on Facebook / Instagram

The Sky Tonight is the Fleet’s live astronomy series led by Resident Astronomer Lisa Will, designed to connect you to the celestial events unfolding all around us. From seasonal constellations and planetary movements to the latest space discoveries, each program reveals the stories, science, and wonder behind what you can see and how to experience it for yourself. Join us for monthly planetarium shows at 7 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month, featuring stargazing with our partner, the San Diego Astronomy Association, before or after the show next to the iconic Bea Evenson Fountain (weather permitting). Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram

Katie Zacharia's short time as White House press secretary has brought renewed attention to the high-profile role.

Families looking to squeeze in one more summer camping getaway can spend Labor Day Weekend along the shores of Mission Bay. Campland on the Bay and Mission Bay RV Resort will welcome campers September 4–7, 2026, for a long weekend of waterfront camping, live entertainment, outdoor recreation and family-friendly activities. Campsites are still available at both resorts for the holiday weekend. Labor Day festivities at Campland on the Bay will include the continuation of Campland Rocks, the resort’s popular summer concert series. West of 5 will bring classic and current rock to the Central Park stage on Friday, September 4, from 7 to 9 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and camping chairs to enjoy live music beneath the stars, with food and drinks available nearby from the Campland Cantina. On Saturday, September 5, families can tee off during a pop-up mini golf experience from Noon to 3 p.m. The colorful, interactive activity offers a fun addition to the holiday weekend and a strong visual opportunity for broadcast coverage. Throughout the weekend, Campland’s activities calendar will feature a rotating lineup of all-ages programming, including arts and crafts, dodgeball, GaGa ball, soccer, yoga and friendly competitions. Guests can also make the most of Campland’s waterfront setting with water sports and bike rentals, heated pools and spas, sports courts, playgrounds, a skate park, a game room and additional resort amenities. To close out the night, campers can head to Central Park for EDM Night. Just across the Mike Gotch Memorial Bridge, Mission Bay RV Resort offers campers a more relaxed waterfront setting overlooking De Anza Cove. Campers staying at Mission Bay RV Resort receive complimentary access to amenities and activities at nearby sister property Campland on the Bay, allowing families to enjoy Campland’s holiday entertainment and recreation while returning to the quieter atmosphere of Mission Bay RV Resort. Families don't need to own an RV to experience a Mission Bay camping getaway. In addition to both resorts' tent camping options, local RV rental partners can deliver and set up fully equipped RVs directly at reserved campsites. The service makes it easy for first-time campers and families without an RV to experience camping on Mission Bay without the investment or logistics of owning and transporting a recreational vehicle. Whether spending the morning by the water, joining an afternoon activity, listening to live music beneath the stars, or simply relaxing together at the campsite, the holiday weekend offers families an easy way to enjoy one final summer escape before fall routines take over. LABOR DAY WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS September 4 | 7–9 p.m. – Campland Rocks featuring West of 5 September 5 | Noon–3 p.m. – Pop-Up Mini Golf, 7-9 p.m. - EDM Night September 4–7 – Family games, sports, arts and crafts, recreation programming and waterfront activities Programming, pricing, and availability are subject to change. Guests are encouraged to review the current activities calendar. Campsites are still available at both Campland on the Bay and Mission Bay RV Resort for Labor Day Weekend. For Campland on the Bay reservations and information, call (858) 581-4260 or visit Campland.com. To reserve a stay at Mission Bay RV Resort, call (858) 270-4300 or visit MissionBayRVResort.com. Web: www.Campland.com Phone: (858) 581-4260 Address: 2211 Pacific Beach Dr, San Diego, CA 92109 Facebook: facebook.com/Campland Instagram: @CamplandUSA Mission Bay RV Resort™, proudly recognized as the San Diego Union-Tribune’s “Best of San Diego, 2024” Best Staycation Location, is the ideal basecamp to relax and explore the beautiful city. Overlooking the tranquil shores of De Anza Cove, scenic RV sites are steps from the sandy, public beach and calm, waveless waters. Mission Bay RV Resort offers showers, restrooms, laundry facilities, full hook-ups and a newly renovated pool and clubhouse with complimentary access to additional resort amenities and activities at nearby sister property, Campland on the Bay. Mission Bay RV Resort recently unveiled 147 new premium-sized campsites on the northern end of De Anza Cove. Web: www.MissionBayRVResort.com Phone: (858) 270-4300 Address: 2727 De Anza Rd, San Diego, CA 92109 Facebook: facebook.com/MissionBayRVResort Instagram: @MissionBayRVResort

Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026 Door Time: 10 p.m. Age Restriction: 21 Address: 454 Sixth Ave Electrik Seoul on Instagram

Write Out Loud - an organization founded in 2007 with a commitment to inspire, challenge and entertain by reading literature aloud for a live audience announces The Festival of American Literary Heroes. The Festival takes place Sunday, September 13th from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the Dottie Studio Theater, part of the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center www.writeoutloudsd.com Funded by the NEA, American Literary Heroes is a unique program highlighting four iconic American writers who have left a lasting impact on the social consciousness of the United States, as well as across the globe. As one of only 50 organizations in the nation to be awarded a National Endowment for the Arts - Celebrating America 250 grant, Write Out Loud is currently bringing Emily Dickinson, Henry David Thoreau, Mark Twain and Walt Whitman to life in libraries, classrooms, senior residences and other community venues. Each presentation reminds us of the importance of our humanity, our personal responsibility and respect for our world and each other. Write Out Loud Artistic Director, Veronica Murphy shared “The 4 performance pieces highlighting Dickenson, Thoreau, Twain and Whitman have been presented individually across the county since Mid March, to rave reviews. Many of our audiences have experienced one of the author performances and immediately want to see another. The Festival of American Literary Heroes on September 13th gives our audience an opportunity to experience all 4 American Literary Heroes up close and personal, in one day. We can’t wait to share them with you!” Spend the morning with Emily Dickinson and Walt Whitman. Enjoy a break for lunch at one of the many Liberty Station restaurants. The afternoon features Mark Twain and Henry David Thoreau. Festival tickets are only $40 and can be purchased HERE THE FESTIVAL OF AMERICAN LITERARY HEROES PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE: 10 a.m. Emily Dickinson "A Still Volcanic Life" Written and Performed by Rhianna Basore Emily Dickinson’s innovative use of form and syntax made her a pioneer in modernist literature. 11 a.m. Walt Whitman Direct from the Afterlife Written and Performed by Todd Blakesley Walt Whitman’s focus on the common man and his break from poetic structures caused him to be known as “the father of free verse.” 1 p.m. Mark Twain Of Sound Heart and Deformed Conscience Written by Rachael VanWormer Performed by Paul Maley Mark Twain was a prolific writer and humorist, who has been called “the father of American literature. 2 p.m. Henry David Thoreau Ripples from Walden Pond Written by Richard Platt Performed by Steve Smith Henry David Thoreau was a philosopher and political ally for human rights and respect for nature and the environment.

Duck Dive, in Pacific Beach, is hosting New Girl Trivia on Wednesday, August 26! Join the beach restaurant and bar for a night dedicated to everyone's favorite loft mates. From True American to Nick's questionable life choices, your knowledge of all things New Girl will be tested with themed trivia, drink specials, and prizes that Jess would absolutely make a homemade certificate for. Expect multiple rounds covering iconic episodes, memorable quotes, relationship drama, and all the hilarious chaos that came out of Apartment 4D. Bring your roommates, your Schmidt-inspired confidence, and your competitive spirit. Trivia begins at 8 p.m., and is 21+. Tickets can be purchased here - New Girl Trivia at The Duck Dive Tickets, Wednesday, August 26 • 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. | Eventbrite. Once you purchase your ticket, call Duck Dive at (858) 273-3825 to reserve and make sure your group sits together. Duck Dive is located at 4650 Mission Boulevard The Duck Dive on Facebook / Instagram

UC San Diego's Stein Institute presents The Changing Landscape of Cancer: Prevention, Emerging Therapies, Survivorship, and Healthy Aging Join us for the 4th Annual LEE Tuh-Fuh & Ruby LEE Wang Zu-Ming Endowed Education Fund for Healthy Aging Lecture featuring Samir Gupta, M.D., Rana R. McKay, M.D., and Danielle K. Glorioso, LCSW. This year’s lecture, “The Changing Landscape of Cancer: Prevention, Emerging Therapies, Survivorship, and Healthy Aging,” explores advances in cancer prevention, innovative treatments, survivorship, and strategies to promote healthy aging in the face of a changing cancer landscape.