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You're invited every Friday for two free talks in person or on zoom. September 19 1 p.m. Reporting on the Burrowing Owls of Imperial County: Kori Suzuki, Staff Reporter KPBS, San Diego’s NPR and PBS Stations The Imperial Valley has become an unlikely refuge for California’s burrowing owls, which are vanishing across the rest of the state. Now, state wildlife authorities are weighing declaring the tiny birds an endangered species. 2:30 p.m. The Floral Industry: Mike Mellano Mike Mellano will talk about 100 years of his family’s history, dedication, and innovation in the flower industry in Southern California. He will also talk about the current cut flower industry and how it is evolving. To join a Zoom meeting, LIFE must have your email address in order for you to receive the invite link. Meetings will start at 12:45 pm (you can join 15 minutes earlier) and the speaker will start at 1 p.m. Email: life.miracosta@gmail.com 30 min. snack break between speakers. Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html

Watch, laugh, groan, or join word nerds from across the city in a battle to see who's the punniest of them all—and win a coveted Golden Nugget chicken trophy! Pundemonium! is a two-part event based on the format used by pun contests in cities nationwide: - In Part 1, Battle of the PUNdits, participants who have signed up in advance will deliver two-minute pun-filled speeches, and the audience will determine the winner. Want in? We ask that Battle of the PUNdits let us know you're competing ahead of time by emailing sandiegopundemonium@gmail.com - or email us with questions if you're curious but don't know how it works! - Part 2, the PUNger Games, is a head-to-head pun-off tournament-style, where participants go back and forth making puns on a given topic until they just can't anymore. Think of it as a rap battle, but with puns. Sign up in advance at sandiegopundemonium@gmail.com OR on the spot at Pundemonium! Visit: https://finestcity.vbotickets.com/event/pundemonium_san_diego%60s_only_pun_competition/144606

Join us for our Chapter Committees Showcase and Volunteer Expo! This will be an informal event where our committees showcase their projects and programs, events planned and sponsored, and other partner organizations they work with. See beautiful photos, watch interesting demonstrations, view motivating informational materials, talk with friendly committee members, and sign up to volunteer. You may also hear some brief talks that describe the work of a committee in more detail. Bring your friends and neighbors to learn about native plants and all the important benefits they provide. California Native Plant Society, San Diego Chapter on Facebook / Instagram

A new poll shows a majority of Chinese people see competition with the U.S. as a threat, but there is a split on what role Beijing should take on in the world stage.

Come learn about the ongoing impacts of pollution in the Tijuana River estuary and neighboring communities and share your perspective. We’re partnering with community organizations dedicated to serving and protecting South Bay neighborhoods. Hear from inewsource environmental reporter Philip Salata and experts on the issue. Learn about opportunities to volunteer and/or support organizations. A nature walk will start at 12:30 p.m. Admission is free and includes 1 free drink ticket. inewsource on Facebook / Instagram

People with generalized anxiety disorder improved significantly after they got a single dose of LSD powerful enough to induce a psychedelic trip.

Join the Children’s Museum of Discovery for a morning of connection and collaboration as we explore how hands-on experiences and developmentally appropriate practices can be used to promote emotional well-being, self-regulation, and focus in early learners. Through tangible tools and strategies, educators will be inspired with ways to incorporate mindfulness into their classrooms and caregiving environments. Monday, Oct. 20, 2025 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. California Center for the Arts 340 N Escondido Blvd Escondido, CA 92025 Registration: $14 The Play Exchange is generously supported by SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Visit: The Play Exchange Children's Museum of Discovery on Instagram and Facebook

It's the last stop of the World League FlingGolf tour for 2025 and it ends at championship course Dos Osos Golf Club. From competitive play to FlingGolf exhibitions, the San Diego FlingGolf Open will be one to remember as competitors across divisions battle for the title. FlingGolf: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Join UC San Diego Library for their 25th Annual Toy Piano Festival at noon Sunday, Sept 30 in the Seuss Room of Geisel Library. Performers include Jim Chute, Kenneth Herman, Christian Hertzog, Scott Paulson, Barbara Scheidker and special guest Sue Palmer, known as “The Queen of Boogie-Woogie.” This event is free and open to the public. Registration is not required. Fun Toy Piano Facts: The first composer to write a “serious” work for toy piano was John Cage, who visited the UC San Diego campus several times, including a two-week stay as a Regents lecturer in the 1980s. Alumnus Scott Paulson, who was on campus for Cage’s lectures, cites Cage’s influence as a major impetus for this festival, of which Paulson is the director. In 1999, a missing service bell at a Geisel Library help desk spawned a long streak of toy piano activity at UC San Diego. The bell was replaced by a playful, tiny keyboard and a sign: “Please play on toy piano for service.” And play they did! The resultant flurry of toy piano activity led to the establishment of The Toy Piano Collection at Geisel Library. The collection consists of actual instruments, commissioned scores, and existing literature and recordings. Most of the commissioned scores in the collection have been composed by UC San Diego alumni. In May 2001, the Library of Congress issued a subject heading and call number for toy piano scores because of the commissioning activities at Geisel Library. The collection can be viewed under the call number M 175 T69. Visit: https://calendar.ucsd.edu/event/25th-annual-toy-piano-festival UC San Diego Library on Instagram and Facebook

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.