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Explore scents & formulate your own blend! Friday, July 18, 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Beginners welcome! Create a natural oil based perfume, using your intuitive senses! Be guided by a perfumer, and aromatherapist to formulate your perfect blend, but find out what scents you choose after the blend is created and finished. This class will test your preferences and show you what you like beyond the association of name and brand. If you’re curious about how essential oils are made, Instructor Audrey Herrington also offers Essential Oils | Distill and Blend your own Hydrosol Toner. No experience necessary. Beginners welcome! All materials included. Ages 13+ yrs welcome. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Save your space today! San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for the public opening of the second "Reflections" Showcase! On view at the Gordon Gray Gallery from July 31 through August 24, the "Reflections" showcase features artwork by many of this year’s "Reflections" participants. This group of lifelong learners explored a variety of techniques and media, drawing inspiration from works in MCASD’s permanent collection and special exhibitions. About "Reflections" "Reflections" is an art-making workshop series designed for adults aged 55 and over. From August 2024 to July 2025, participants joined MCASD Educators to tour the galleries, engage in lively discussions, and create original artworks inspired by what they saw. The program fosters a welcoming space for critical thinking, learning, exploration, and creativity. "Reflections" is generously supported by the C.J. & Dot Stafford Memorial Trust, E.A. Michelson Philanthropy, and The Tippett Foundation. Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Comedy Night in Pacific Beach Date: Friday, August 29 Time: Doors open at 7:30 p.m. (show at 8 p.m.) location: The Collective, 1261 Garnet Ave, San Diego Headliner: Ray Lau Laughs are coming to Pacific Beach! Join us at The Collective for a night of killer comedy featuring headliner Ray Lau—a rising star from Netflix is a Joke. You’ve seen him light up stages across the country—now catch him live in PB! He’ll be joined by a handpicked lineup of local comedians ready to bring the heat and keep you laughing all night long. Stand-Up Comedy | Great Vibes | Pacific Beach Energy Doors open early—come for the comedy, stay for the good times. Tickets won’t last, grab yours now! The lively atmosphere makes it easy to mingle before and after the show—so who knows, maybe you’ll leave with some new friends (or even a better date!) Support your local comedy scene—tips for the talent are always appreciated (Venmo: @bananapeelcomedy). Mark your calendar, grab your crew, and don’t miss out on a night full of laughs and great company. We can’t wait to see you there! Banana Peel Productions on Instagram

We explore how to plan your perfect staycation in San Diego. Plus, we talk about how to make the most out of traveling with kids.

As daylight diminishes, people can feel their mood dimming. In fact, millions of U.S. adults experience seasonal affective disorder. Light therapy can help fend off winter depression, starting in fall.

A single nuclear warhead, of unknown origin, is heading toward the U.S. mainland in Kathryn Bigelow's new Netflix film. It's an unnerving scenario — but it's also thrilling to watch.

Raise a glass to National Tequila Day (Thursday, July 24) at Puesto with all-day drink specials that bring on the fiesta! Across all locations (Seaport Village, Mission Valley and La Jolla), enjoy $5 off any of Puesto’s hand-crafted margaritas, made with fresh ingredients and top-shelf tequila. Choose from a variety of margaritas, like the Puesto Perfect Margarita with Pueblo Viejo reposado tequila, fresh lime and organic agave nectar or try the spicy Serrano, with Levantó blanco tequila, fresh lime, serrano and yuzu. Make it even more of a celebration and take $50 off Margarita bottles, so there’s plenty to share with your amigos! Don't miss your chance to sip and celebrate tequila the Puesto way: bold, flavorful and always a good time! Visit: https://www.eatpuesto.com/ Puesto on Instagram and Facebook

Stephany Gauffeny says she wants the world to know that her husband, Miguel Angel Garcia-Hernandez, is more than "just an immigrant or a detainee, or a criminal."

Assembly Bill 255 would have allowed cities and counties to spend up to 10% of their state funding on “recovery housing,” where people live in a sober environment and work on overcoming an addiction. The move would have tweaked California’s “housing first” strategy, which generally frowns on programs that put up barriers to housing — such as requiring people to stay clean or participate in treatment.

Kearny Mesa Concert Band and San Diego Concert Band Present the 6th Annual Summer Band Festival Featuring performances by local concert bands performing some of the best musical selections for your summer enjoyment. A great location, great bands, and a great way to spend your day. Performance Schedule 11 a.m. – San Diego British Brass Band 12 p.m. – Pomerado Community Band 1 p.m. – San Diego City Guard Band 2 p.m. – North County Winds 3 p.m. – Pacific Coast Concert Band 4 p.m. – San Diego Concert Band 5 p.m. – Kearny Mesa Concert Band 6 p.m. – Harbor Side Brass Quintet, part of U.S. Navy Band Southwest Farmers Market Check out the Mission Valley Farmers Market at Civita Park from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Parking Ample parking is available in the overflow lot located at Civita Blvd and Community Ln. Musicians are encouraged to drop off large instruments and equipment at the traffic circle at the end of Russel Park Way (by the restrooms) before parking in the overflow lot. Support Your donation in support of Kearny Mesa Concert Band helps keep this event free to the public. Consider making a donation to provide essential support for the Summer Band Festival. Kearny Mesa Concert Band and San Diego Concert Band are proud members of the Association of Concert Bands