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The ruling marked a win for civil liberties groups who say the mandate violates the separation of church and state, and that displays would isolate students — especially those who are not Christian.

Join HandsOn San Diego on Thursday, July 31, for our second "VolunBEERS" of 2025 at Ballast Point Brewing Miramar! Generous support from the San Diego community helps HandsOn San Diego support over 100 San Diego schools, parks and nonprofits. We would appreciate if you would consider donating and joining us for VolunBEERS where you have the opportunity to support our organization and give back to our local community through volunteer service, while enjoying the best beer San Diego has to offer! Our July VolunBEERS is dedicated to supporting youth literacy within San Diego with Words Alive!, an organization whose mission is to open opportunities for life success by inspiring a commitment to reading. Attendees will join us in packing learning kits that include a craft activity, resource guides, and a copy of a book for students. Volunteers will additionally join us in a letter writing campaign that is dedicated to students, educators, and volunteers in their programs. Space and supplies are limited, so we recommend buying your tickets early. General admission is $25 for the Thumbs Up ticket which includes project supplies + one non-alcoholic beverage. Drink deals are $30 for the High Five ticket which includes project supplies + one pour from Ballast Point Brewing, or $50 for the Handshake ticket which includes project supplies + up to three pours from Ballast Point Brewing. Can't make this event but still want to make an impact? Consider making a $100 donation instead! HandsOn San Diego is a 501(c)3 organization that is funded primarily through donations and corporate sponsors. Your donations help us continue our mission to strengthen communities through volunteer action. Because we believe that when individuals are actively engaged, communities are stronger. Visit: https://www.handsonsandiego.org/opportunity/a0CQQ00004sfCPU/special-event-volunbeers HandsOn San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Join us to walk the neighborhood and participate in lots of free activities and fun for the whole family, including free Fitness and Yoga Classes and Fun Workshops. Scavenger Hunt Grab a Scavenger Map at either South Bark Dog Wash or Wicked Fit. Do cool activities around the neighborhood and collect stamps to enter into the South Park Raffle to win 1 of 3 Grab Bags featuring gifts from your South Park favorites (South Park Stores / Restaurants / Services!) - Collect min. 15 stamps for a single entry into the raffle - Fill your card completely to get 3 entries First 100 check-ins get a FREE South Park Daytime Walkabout TOTE BAG! Activities Include: Angelica B Beauty: Your official SPF Stop — Try, Buy, and Reapply AYI: Art Activity featuring Laurie Nascia (featured gallery artist) Baby Garten: Free baby sign language class 10-10:30 (ages 5-10 months) Pre-reg required Bad Madge: Music, lemonade and mimosas, custom cap bar, preview of Kid’s Corner and gift w/ purchase Bock: Tri Tip Sandwich specials & Brewery Spotlight of Wondrous Brewing (21+) Book Catapult: Community Book Map — help build a literary map of South Park. Bravo School of Art: Community Art Project and Instructor Demonstrations Carbon Angela’s Kitchen: Arepa Tastings Hawley Group with Compass: Old House Trivia Game Ivy Street Coworking: Kids’ Interactive Activity Kinder Mission Preschool: Games and Giveaways La Loupe Noir: Vintage clothing pop-up Mind Body Love: Mini Classes (yoga, breathwork, hypnosis) Moon & Sun: Sidewalk chalk art competition, Winner wins a $25 gift card Rad Habits: Juice & Smoothie Samples; Kids temporary tattoos & stickers South Bark Dog Wash: Dog and Cat Trivia and Prizes South Park Yoga: Four 30 min classes @ 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm The Ivy School: Interactive Art Activities and Live Music + Tour the Preschool The Rose Wine Bar: Mommenpop tastings & Spritz special (21+) Thread & Seed: Complimentary Mocktails and Treats Wicked Fit: 30 Minute Fitness Classes The South Park Business Group on Facebook / Instagram

Catherin and Robert Palmer Gallery 20th Annual SDSU Art Council Scholarship Exhibition The Athenaeum Art Center is proud to present an exhibition of artwork by graduate and upper-division undergraduate students of the School of Art and Design at San Diego State University. Since 2002, the SDSU Art Council has awarded scholarships to a select number of students who, in addition to the Council's financial support, receive the opportunity to present their artwork at the Athenaeum. This year’s scholarship recipients and exhibiting artists are Carolina Danu, Sarah Garcia, Kaitlyn Hulslander, Harper Pam, and Bryce Wall. The exhibition can be viewed in the Catherine and Robert Palmer Gallery at the Athenaeum Art Center (1955 Julian Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113) during open gallery hours, Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and every second Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m., during the Barrio Art Crawl, and by appointment. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/exhibition-2025-sdsu Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Media Arts Center San Diego’s 24th Innovative Video in Education (iVIE) Awards Ceremony and Student Film Festival 2025 will take place on Sunday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Students from across San Diego County will screen their films showcasing their talents and be celebrated during the awards ceremony at UCSD’s Park and Market in downtown San Diego (1100 Market St). Student filmmakers from schools all across the county, including Central San Diego, El Cajon, Encinitas, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Clairemont, Vista, Fallbrook, and La Mesa are among the participants. The day will begin with the awards ceremony for all grade levels 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.. Following the ceremony, screenings of all the nominated films will take place upstairs at MACSD’s Digital Gym CINEMA from noon to 4 p.m. Past student participants have stated about the annual IVIE event, “It’s like a replica of the Grammy’s. We get awards, get called up,” or “It means a lot to be able to have a space for us to share and be proud of our work.”. Founder and Executive Director, Ethan van Thillo, of MACSD states, "We are so elated that San Diego's youngest filmmakers continue to produce amazing films despite the enduring challenges of the pandemic. They have inspired our team to produce a wonderful film festival to celebrate their cinematic achievements! The quality of work this year is truly remarkable and it is a testament to the hard work and dedication of both the students and teachers who have been nominated.” All student nominees and their teachers will walk the red carpet and be spotlighted on stage. Tickets to attend the Awards Ceremony are $5 (plus, $1.28 order fee) and/or $6 (plus, $1 order fee) for screenings of nominee movies. Doors will open at 9:00 a.m. the ceremony will start at 10:00 a.m. To purchase tickets or for further information please visit: https://mediaartscenter.org/ivies/ About Media Arts Center San Diego: Media Arts Center San Diego, a 501 c(3) non-profit organization, has been promoting independent cinema and teaching the art of filmmaker for over 32 years in the San Diego - Baja California Region. Its programs and services include the recent 32nd Annual San Diego Latino Film Festival, Digital Gym CINEMA,, Youth Media & Tech Camps, Teen Producers Project, and Community Video Production Services. About iVIE: Since 2001, iVIE has grown into a major San Diego County-wide student video competition. iVIE Student Awards & Film Festival is a local K-12 student video competition and festival conceived to encourage and reward teachers and students who recognize the power of video as a creative and educational tool. Annually, there are more than 500 video submissions from 120 teachers, 73 Schools, 23 Districts, and a handful of private schools, involving approximately 3,500 students. Submitted videos are judged by media professionals and educators curated by Media Arts Center San Diego. Media Arts Center San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Older men can find themselves isolated after retirement. Volunteer groups like Grandpas United are good for both physical and mental health.

The directives include new efforts to curtail DEI programs at colleges, and discipline guidance for public schools.

Ben Model's new book defines the visual language and lasting impact of silent cinema.

The U.S.-China rivalry is rooted in a structurally competitive relationship, but it is now unfolding amid U.S. strategic retreat and a global democratic recession. While recent events resist sweeping conclusions, we can start to ask questions and identify emerging trends that will impact the dynamics of U.S.-China relations. 4:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Reception in the courtyard for in-person attendees 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Lecture (hybrid) Speaker: Rick Waters, Director, China Center, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Introducer and Moderator: Victor Shih, Director, 21st Century China Center; Professor, and Ho Miu Lam Chair in China and Pacific Relations, UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy Susan Shirk, Director Emeritus, 21st Century China Center; Research Professor, UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy This public lecture series is organized by the 21st Century China Center at the UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS). For more information on China activities, please visit china.ucsd.edu. UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy on Facebook / Instagram

The 150-bed facility is proposed for a site near several schools. Some residents want the city to find another location, but city leaders say a state initiative limits what they can do.