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Join the San Diego Fixit Clinic in the City of Carlsbad on June 8, 2024! Bring your beloved broken items and gardening tools for a special fixit event! Coaches are ready to help repair your stuff between 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. The UCCE Master Gardeners of San Diego County will be sharing how to care your tools and offering a free cleaning and sharpening up to the first 35 attendees at no charge. Learn how to: • Mend your favorite outfit • Repair road and mountain bikes • Fix lighting, gadgets, and small appliances Space is limited for this free event. First come, first served. RSVP today. The UCCE Master Gardeners of San Diego County will be cleaning and sharpening one pruner or lopper for each attendee up to the first 35 at no charge. Pruners or loppers must be in good condition. Learn more: library.carlsbadca.gov Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Choose from the following dates: July 8 – 12 from 9 a.m. – Noon July 8 – 12 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. July 15 – 19 from 9 a.m. – Noon This week of Summer Camp is all about crafts & variety! If you know a budding crafter who loves to learn new crafts, this camp is for them! We’ll cover a variety of traditional and modern craft mediums during the week of camp–incorporating creative exploration, fine motor skill practice, skill-building, and of course, FUN! We’ll keep things interesting, enjoyable and engaging by meeting each crafter where they’re at. Students will make a variety of creative projects to take home. This camp is recommended for children 6-10 years. OPTIONAL | Lunch Hour Supervision If there is a camp ending as ours begins and you need your child transferred, let us know! And, if you’d like your camper to stay during the lunch hour, there’s a $25 fee for the week to cover the lunchtime gap. They can bring a lunch and have lunch with us with the option to craft after lunch. Click here to read more & add the lunch break. • Military and sibling discounts: Email us for more information. • Scholarships available: Click here for an application. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

An online debate about homelessness in Encinitas has spilled into council chambers and the community, on the heels of a proposal to expand the Community Resource Center's food pantry.

San Diego's renowned Songwriter Sanctuary series is back on April 26 at Normal Heights United, featuring a lineup of local troubadours including Calman Hart, Missy Alcazar, and Bug Guts. Joining them as our guest host is acclaimed poet and spoken word artist Lizzie Wann. About the Musicians Calman Hart, born in Woods Cross City, Utah, began his musical journey in high school, eventually making San Diego his home. With acclaimed albums like "Red-Eyed & Blue" and "Train in the Distance," he's been a staple in the city's music scene for decades as a solo artist and alongside Jeff Berkley as part of acclaimed duo Berkley Hart. Bug Guts, (rosebud and Scott Ireland) met during San Diego's punk scene heyday. After a transformative acoustic jam session, they embarked on a musical journey, releasing over a dozen albums. With a blend of Alternative, Folk, Punk, and Americana influences, their live performances are known for their infectious and playfully provocative energy. Missy Alcazar is a professional dueling pianist known for her dynamic performances. She's the first resident female dueling pianist at Disneyland's "Showdown At The Golden Horseshoe" and has had her songs featured on TV shows like "90 Day Fiance." Active in philanthropy, Missy is working on establishing The Melba Foundation to provide free music lessons and instruments to under-resourced communities. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., Show starts at 7:00 p.m. Suggested Donation: $10 (all ages), with all proceeds directly supporting the artists. Donations are encouraged but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Food & Drink: Concessions and beverages for purchase, courtesy of partners at Normal Heights United and sponsors: Duck Foot Brewing Company and Flying Embers. Guests are welcome to bring in food to the sanctuary (but please help us respect the space by disposing of your trash) - we recommend snagging takeout from one of the many delicious restaurant options on Adams Ave! Accessibility: For venue accessibility requests, please contact Molly Lorden at molly@nhunited.org For more information visit: lindsaywhitemusic.com

Join us for our Modern Calligraphy workshop for beginners, where you will learn the art of hand lettering using a traditional pointed dip pen and ink with a contemporary approach. Many people find Modern Calligraphy attractive to learn because it allows them to create beautiful, fun, and hand-crafted letters that are unique and personal. Modern Calligraphy is often characterized by its use of thick and thin lines, giving the letters a dynamic and expressive quality. Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages. Space is limited, so be sure to register early. Note: This is a two-part workshop. The uppercase alphabet will be taught on a separate date, and you will need to purchase the ticket separately. Instructor: Claudia Strenger Who should attend? This class is encouraged for students of all levels, including someone who has never taken a calligraphy class before. Traditional calligraphers who would like to learn modern calligraphy techniques. Lefties are welcome :) In this 3-hour session, we will cover: - The basics of pointed pen calligraphy - How to create thick and thin strokes with a pointed pen - Materials included - Beginner calligraphy pen - Calligraphy nibs - Sumi ink - Cancellation Policy All workshops are non-refundable. However, tickets can be easily transferred to another person by emailing the name and email address of the new participant to design@strengerstudio.com For more information visit: strengerstudio.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

San Diego is one of the safest big cities in the U.S., but hate crimes are on the rise. Now, local leaders are promoting new tools to fight these crimes. In other news, as the cost of living strains families’ budgets, schools are trying to help feed students at home. Plus, we kickoff a series highlighting different Oktoberfests and fall festivals happening throughout San Diego County.

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV + Sunday, Feb. 8 at 6:30 p.m. on KPBS 2. Join the Rock and Roll Hall-of-Famers as they perform their greatest hits with special guests Steve Vai, Chris Daughtry, Robert Randolph, Robin Thicke, VoicePlay, Judith Hill, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram and more. Filmed in Atlantic City with over 18 4k cameras, the band plays songs from their double-Platinum debut album "Chicago Transit Authority," in honor of its 55th anniversary.

What does a K-pop idol look like when set free from the system? On their own for the first time, Jisoo, Jennie, Lisa and Rosé each arrive at a different answer.

A new land use plan for the neighborhood aims to welcome thousands of new residents while preventing the displacement of legacy businesses.

Slightly warmer weather is expected for San Diego County by mid-week, with cooler and windier conditions picking up next weekend, forecasters said Monday.