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A literary celebration is coming to San Diego. More than 40 award-winning authors are participating in interactive panel sessions and book signings at the inaugural San Diego Book Festival taking place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, 10am - 4pm, on the University of San Diego campus.

Ending feverish speculation that began after her loss in November’s presidential election, former Vice President Kamala Harris said she would not run for California governor.

For over 20 years, the Maritime Museum of San Diego has been proud to host popular, award-winning educational events that provide exceptional hands-on learning experiences for youth and student groups year-round. Scouts BSA youth are invited to earn their Oceanography Merit Badge at the Maritime Museum of San Diego by attending one of three engaging Saturday classes. Each session runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., and scouts need only attend one class to complete the badge requirements. This unique program gives local scouts a chance to dive deep into oceanography—right in the heart of San Diego’s waterfront. Through a dynamic mix of field work, hands-on lab activities, and thought-provoking discussion, Oceanography Merit Badge Days immerse participants in the many branches of oceanographic research. Each scout or group must be accompanied by at least one parent or adult chaperone. All Scouts BSA Youth Protection guidelines must be followed. Reservations must be made online in advance. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact your troop leader ahead of time to request your Oceanography Merit Badge and bring your signed Blue Card to class. Ensure at least one adult leader accompanies each scout or group. Tickets also include general admission so you may stay after class to explore the Museum fleet and all of the below-deck exhibits! $59.00 per participating scout. $24.00 per accompanying adult. Visit: Oceanography Merit Badge Days Maritime Museum of San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Kristin Harmel is beloved around the world as the #1 international and New York Times bestselling author of historical novels such as "The Forest of Vanishing Stars," "The Book of Lost Names," and "The Winemaker’s Wife", and also as the renowned co-founder of the enormously popular "Friends & Fiction podcast," and for her very public and courageous battle with breast cancer. Now you will have the opportunity to meet this very special author at the Carlsbad City Library on Saturday, June 28, to celebrate Kristin’s new novel, "The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau." Registration: This event is free and open to the public, but seating is limited. For questions about the event, please contact the Carlsbad City Library. Pre-order your book(s) below to be delivered to you at the event for signing. Books will also be available for purchase and signing at the event. Visit: adventuresbythebook.com/calendar-event/kristin-harmel-6-28-25/ Kristen Harmel on Facebook / Instagram

Union Hall Gallery Presents "Inspiration": A Solo Exhibition by Vira Ustianska Exhibition Details: Title: "Inspiration" Date: May 3 - June 1, 2025 Location: Union Hall Gallery, 2323 Broadway, Suite 201, San Diego, CA Opening Reception: Saturday, May 3, 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. Gallery Hours: Fridays 2 p.m. – 6 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., and by appointment For further information or to book an appointment, please contact: info@unionhallgallery.org or call: (619) 202-0711 Vira Ustianska is a Ukrainian artist and art teacher. She has a master’s degree in painting in Kharkiv State Academy of Design and Art, where she studied at the portrait-genre workshop under the guidance of professors Victor Chaus and Vasily Ganotskiy. Among her many accolades, she has been a curator of the Drawing Studio at the National Union of Artists of Ukraine in Zaporizhzhia. In 2017 she opened a studio of academic painting ‘V-ART’ and taught painting, drawing, plastic anatomy, coloring, and composition at the collegiate level. In 2022, she was evacuated to the USA due to the war in Ukraine. Over the past 2 years she has created around 300 paintings, and takes part in art shows throughout San Diego. “I think it is, like musical notes, that in painting, we do not have borders, we do not have words, and we have Inspiration… Pure Inspiration is indescribable; you can just feel and take it. That’s precisely why I would like to share these paintings, which were created in San Diego County and reflect the light and landscapes that inspire me every day. It is my goal to build a bridge between the modern impressionistic paintings I have created here in California with South-East Ukrainian Impressionistic Art and Inspire us all to live and feel life!” Visit: unionhallgallery.org/exhibitions/ Vira Ustianska on Facebook / Instagram

The gunman accused of killing four people in New York City suspected he had chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE — a degenerative brain disease often associated with football players.

Mientras la cifra de personas desaparecidas en México no deja de aumentar, un grupo de investigadores mexicanos ha puesto a los cerdos en el eje de sus experimentos para buscarlas de otra manera.

Prices have risen a bit, but companies have been finding ways to delay price increases — for now.

The Adam Wolff Trio combines a love of the great American standards and jazz classics with a soulful swinging energy. Prepare to swing and be swung! About The Adam Wolff Trio: Adam Wolff has been playing the piano since he was eight years old. Raised in New York and Chicago, he spent years playing professionally and teaching music in Manhattan. Relocating to San Diego, Adam Wolff has become a widespread presence in the music scene here, playing with a diverse range of musical groups. Wolff’s music contains elements of excitement and hard swinging, soulful, creative musical expression. Caleb Furgatch has been playing the bass in the San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego regions for many years. He also resided in Amsterdam for a time, touring and playing with a variety of blues and jazz groups in Europe and the U.K. Equally adept at both electric and upright, Furgatch has his own distinct style, combining a strong groove feel with a great sense of adventure and humor. Percussionist Michael Evans has been a mainstay of San Diego’s music scene for decades. In his early teens he spent several years playing gigs around Southern California with a future superstar, Nathan East (bassist for Eric Clapton). Many San Diego vocalists ask for Evans as their drummer of choice, because of his listening skills and tasteful grooves. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/sv-hold-34531

May the Fourth be with you at this one-day-only galactic celebration in the heart of San Marcos. North City is joining forces with local businesses and Craft Collective—a San Diego–based nonprofit dedicated to hands-on arts programming—to host a family-friendly event filled with pop culture, creativity, and community connection. Rumors suggest that emissaries from a well-organized galactic force will also be stopping by. This all-ages event blends hands-on fun with a bit of cosmic flair—perfect for families, fans, and curious adventurers alike. Expect surprise appearances from a galaxy far, far away, interactive inflatables and games, and themed food and drinks from North City restaurants. Kids can get creative at the Padawan Crafting Academy, where they’ll build lightsabers and fold origami droids under the guidance of Craft Collective (suggested donation). Adventurers can also take on the Jedi Training Grounds, featuring a bounce house and interactive space-themed games. The North City Cantina will feature galactic-inspired menu items, and guests can pick up a Galactic Passport to collect stamps from participating businesses and enter to win raffle prizes. Costumes are encouraged. The event is free and open to all ages. More information is available at www.northcity.com. About North City: North City is for everyone, every day. The vibrant community offers a curated collection of housing, shopping, dining, offices, public art, family entertainment, community events, and everything in between. Come visit and enjoy a diverse retail mix, including A lo Fresco, Buona Forchetta, Copa Vida, Draft Republic, J Brix Wines, Maya’s Cookies, Mesa Rim, Milonga Empanadas, Umami Japanese, Union CoWork, Wynston’s Ice Cream, the weekly San Marcos Farmers Market, and more coming soon. Stay updated on what’s new at www.northcity.com or connect on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.