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Practice reading with some great listeners! Children of all ages are invited to join us at libraries across San Diego County to read aloud to Animal Ambassadors from San Diego Humane Society. LOCATIONS + SCHEDULES: NOTE EVENTS START AT 11 AM or 12 PM Saturday, Aug. 1, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. San Ysidro Library 4235 Beyer Blvd., San Diego Saturday, Aug. 1, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. Vista Library 700 Eucalyptus Ave., Vista Saturday, Aug. 8, 10–11 a.m. Logan Heights Library 567 S 28th St., San Diego Saturday, Aug. 15, 12–1 p.m. Skyline Hills Library 7900 Paradise Valley Rd., San Diego Saturday, Aug. 15, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. Allied Gardens / Benjamin Library 5188 Zion Ave., San Diego Saturday, Aug. 15, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. Carmel Mountain Ranch Library 12095 World Trade Dr., San Diego Saturday, Aug. 22, 10–11 a.m. Logan Heights Library 567 S 28th St., San Diego Saturday, Aug. 22, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. North Clairemont Library 4616 Clairemont Drive, San Diego San Diego Humane Society on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

The latest coming-of-age drama from celebrated Mexican filmmaker Fernando Eimbcke ('Duck Season','Club Sandwich'). Olmo just wants to be a normal teenager and hang out with his best friend, but he must help care for his sick father. When Olmo gets invited to a party by his beautiful neighbor, he will do whatever he can to meet up with her while embarking on an adventure of mischief, laughs, and chaos. As the night unfolds, he may come to love the very place he’s spent so long trying to escape: his home. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

Winner of 3 Academy Awards (Best Original Screenplay, Holly Hunter for Best Actress, and Anna Paquin for Best Supporting Actress) Ada – mute since birth – her nine year old daughter and her piano arrive to an arranged marriage in the remote bush of nineteenth century New Zealand. Of all her belongings her husband refuses to transport the piano and it is left behind on the beach. Unable to bear its certain destruction, Ada strikes a bargain with an illiterate tattooed neighbour. She may earn her piano back if she allows him to do certain things while she plays ; one black key for every lesson. The arrangement draws all three deeper and deeper into a complex emotional, sexual bond remarkable for its naive passion and frightening disregard for limits. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

Come join in the enchantment of "Straw into Gold" motif stories--up close and in-person! Stories of transformation give us hope. inspiration, and a great escape. These tales are spun out by members of Storytellers of San Diego, and hosted by Kirk Faulkner. Transformative tellers are Marilyn McPhie, Walter Ritter, Emily Stamets, and Mindy Donner. Enjoy cool barista drinks and better- than -your -average java. All in an artsy atmosphere. Ages 12 and up.

We invite you to join us in exploring the course catalog and enroll in any courses that match your personal or professional interests. To make the registration process easy and accessible, we will have computers available with staff on-site to assist participants with creating an account and navigating the course catalog. The LEARN Program is a FREE online learning platform that offers a wide variety of industry-aligned professional development courses and training opportunities for the Community at large. We'll also have light refreshments and a family-friendly activity corner to help keep Youth, families, and the Community that surrounds and supports them register and explore available learning opportunities. Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026 Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Community Room - Chicano Park Museum & Cultural Center Address: 1960 National Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113 LEARN Program Registration Requirements Who can register? Must be 18 years of age or older Must have a valid email address (needed to create your free LEARN account) What to Expect: Explore several of FREE online courses for personal and professional growth. Staff will be available to help you: - Create your LEARN account (Use Referral code: Chicano Park) - Register for courses - Navigate the course catalog A limited amount of computers will be available during the workshop. FREE light refreshments. A family-friendly activity corner to help keep Youth, families, and the Community that surrounds and supports them register. __________________________________________________________________________________________ El Programa LEARN Los invitamos a acompañarnos para explorar el catálogo de cursos e inscribirse en aquellos que se alineen con sus intereses personales o profesionales. Para que el proceso de inscripción sea fácil y accesible, contaremos con computadoras y personal disponible para ayudar a los participantes a crear una cuenta y navegar el catálogo de cursos. El Programa LEARN es una plataforma GRATUITA de aprendizaje en línea que ofrece una amplia variedad de cursos de desarrollo profesional alineados con la industria, así como oportunidades de capacitación para toda la comunidad. También ofreceremos refrigerios ligeros y un espacio con actividades para toda la familia, con el fin de apoyar a la juventud, las familias y a la comunidad que las rodea mientras se registran y exploran las oportunidades de aprendizaje disponibles. Fecha: Sábado, 15 de agosto de 2026 Horario: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Lugar: Salón Comunitario – Museo y Centro Cultural de Chicano Park Domicilio: 1960 National Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113 Requisitos para registrarse en el Programa LEARN ¿Quiénes pueden registrarse? Tener 18 años de edad o más. Contar con una dirección de correo electrónico válida (necesaria para crear su cuenta gratuita de LEARN). ¿Qué puede esperar? Explorar cientos de cursos GRATUITOS en línea para el desarrollo personal y profesional. El personal estará disponible para ayudarle a: Crear su cuenta de LEARN (utilice el código de referencia: Chicano Park). Inscribirse en los cursos. Navegar el catálogo de cursos. Habrá una cantidad limitada de computadoras disponibles durante el taller. Refrigerios ligeros GRATUITOS. Un espacio con actividades para toda la familia para apoyar a la juventud, las familias y la comunidad que las rodea mientras los adultos completan su registro.

Interested in learning how to archive and care for your personal art collection? Join us for a day of workshops, an artist market, an artist panel, and a resource fair. During the day, join us for printmaking workshops to explore different kinds of printmaking techniques. Support artists in the community and hear how collecting their artworks impacts their work. Learn more about how to care for your collection and see what archives in the area are up to at the resource fair. Resource Fair Booths: Athenaeum Art Center Balboa Art Conservation Burn All Books Chaos Craft Time Logan Library San Diego EMP Scanners Archive Artist Panel: Kalli Arte Isa Ybarra Rafa Barrientos Chicano Park Museum & Cultural Center on Facebook / Instagram

The National City Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Southwestern College National City Campus, is hosting an exciting Job Fair. Attendees are encouraged to come prepared with multiple copies of their resume, dress professionally to make a strong impression, and maintain a positive attitude throughout the event. We will have 50 employers offering multiple job opportunities. National City Chamber of Commerce on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for an afternoon of culture, community, and connection as Civic Center Plaza comes alive with live cultural performances, local vendors, and experiences that showcase cultures from around the world. Browse a variety of vendors offering international food and drinks, handcrafted art, and unique goods while enjoying live music and cultural programming presented by Centered for World Music. Taste of Diversity is a celebration of the people, traditions, and stories that make San Diego a welcoming place for all. Visit: https://downtownsandiego.org/events/taste-of-diversity/

Saturday, September 12, join communities across the country as we honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost on September 11, 2001, and pay tribute to the first responders and service members who answered the call in the days that followed. In partnership with the National Cemetery Administration, the National Day of Service and Remembrance brings volunteers together at more than 140 participating national, grant-funded, and local cemeteries across the country. Volunteers will help clean headstones and beautify these sacred grounds in tribute to our military members, veterans, first responders, and their families. Registration is free, but required. Carry The Load on Facebook / Instagram

*Free and open to the public.* Fun and active experience for children at the Family Engagement Center! Parents, join us and learn about our resources. Episcopal Community Services on Facebook / Instagram