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Join the 58th Annual Bonita Holidays & Craft Show, October 22–24, 2026, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Discover unique holiday gifts while supporting local students and community nonprofits. Proceeds benefit Sweetwater Woman’s Club scholarships and philanthropic programs.

Passport to Diplomacy is an exciting annual celebration of international engagement, cultural exchange, and citizen diplomacy. This collaborative event brings together the San Diego World Affairs Council (SDWAC), the San Diego Diplomacy Council (SDDC), and the House of Pacific Relations International Cottages to create an immersive afternoon of discovery, dialogue, and global connection in the heart of Balboa Park. A signature feature of the event is the Passport Program, a longtime San Diego World Affairs Council tradition that encourages attendees to experience the rich cultural diversity represented by the International Cottages. Upon checking in, all pre-registered participants receive an official event passport. Throughout the event, guests are invited to explore the participating cottages, meet cultural ambassadors, learn about countries from around the world, and collect a unique passport stamp from each participating nation. Visitors who complete their passport by collecting stamps from every participating cottage may submit it for entry into an opportunity drawing for a $500 airfare gift card, generously sponsored by Bright Light Volunteers International. In addition to the Passport Program, attendees can enjoy: Interactive exhibits hosted by the International Cottages and globally focused organizations "Chat with a Diplomat" stations, offering informal conversations with diplomats and foreign affairs professionals about diplomacy, international careers, and global issues Live cultural performances celebrating music, dance, and traditions from around the world Educational displays from universities, nonprofits, exchange organizations, and international partners Family-friendly activities designed to engage visitors of all ages Networking opportunities with internationally minded professionals, educators, students, and community leaders Participation in Passport to Diplomacy is free, but advance registration is required. More than a cultural festival, Passport to Diplomacy celebrates San Diego's extraordinary international character and demonstrates how diplomacy extends beyond governments. Through conversation, cultural exchange, education, and shared experiences, the event encourages every attendee to become a citizen diplomat and contribute to a more peaceful, connected, and globally engaged community.

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Friday, July 31, 2026 at 9 p.m. on KPBS 2. The film chronicles the unrecognized history of jazz in Pittsburgh. The documentary features the talents of international jazz legends George Benson, Ahmad Jamal, Stanley Turrentine, Billy Eckstine, Kenny Clarke, Art Blakey, Billy Strayhorn and Mary Lou Williams-all Pittsburghers. Using archival footage and photos, it also sheds light on the social conditions and historical events.

For newly diagnosed patients as well as those going through or having completed breast cancer treatment, Scripps Cancer Center offers this support group as a safe space to find emotional support, understanding, new coping skills and encouragement. Group members share experiences, knowledge, hopes, fears and strengths in a relaxed and confidential setting. This group is for patients with stages 0-3 breast cancer. The Scripps Breast Cancer Support Group is virtual through Microsoft Teams and phone. To register for this support group, please contact us at 760-492-5899 or vestevich.jeanne@scrippshealth.org, or click here -- https://www.scripps.org/events/stages-0-3-breast-cancer-support-group-october-28-2026

Mexican poet and Nobel laureate Octavio Paz says poetry makes real “the unspoken, the spirit, the soul.” Tijuana is proudly continuing that tradition with a national poetry prize and the window for submissions is now open.

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.

The measure is projected to generate approximately $14 million annually to support local city services and infrastructure.

The two candidates represent two common approaches to addressing homelessness. Incumbent Dan White supports the "Treatment First" approach, while his opponent Elias Velazquez is a proponent of the "Housing First" approach.

Researchers “democratize data” with a new San Diego Heat Risk Explorer map of every neighborhood in the county.

Join our unforgettable monthly dinner series curated by Executive Chef and Partner Tim Kolanko of The Kitchen. Each evening celebrates the season with a five-course presentation, featuring seasonal ingredients paired with luxury proteins. This evening's theme is Avocado. The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego on Facebook / Instagram