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Whether you're chasing celebrity panels or discovering comics creators, here's our guide to navigating Comic-Con's Wednesday and Thursday programming.

Residents of the ancient town of Nabatiyeh in southern Lebanon have endured wars in the past, but the latest conflict with Israel is testing the limits of their endurance.

Discover your next favorite local food business while helping entrepreneurs take the next step toward building successful businesses. Shop a variety of of local food vendors, meet the makers behind the products, enjoy family friendly birthday festivities, and celebrate one year of The Market at The SHOP. Every purchase helps create opportunity through Kitchens for Good's food business program. Kitchens for Good: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Are you a foodie? Have you tried traditional Cantonese dim sum – The small plate experience, the chopsticks, the steam-heated carts, the stacked steamer baskets, the lively conversations? The Tea! Perhaps you’ve never had the opportunity to learn the immense history involved with dim sum from a Cantonese-American guide (dim sum = “to touch the heart!”). This is your chance! For a limited time, you can join Wild Foodie Tours and enjoy a truly unique dining experience! We'll brunch on Cantonese-style dim sum, served fresh from traditional push-carts & steamer baskets. You’ll learn about dim sum’s Silk Road roots, flavorful teas, and traditional Southern Chinese etiquette. You’ll pick and choose a variety of classic dim sum specialties like barbecue pork buns, rice crepes, siu mai, and egg tarts -- and become touched by the heart! After the meal, we'll take you on a walking tour through the heart of the Asian Cultural District of San Diego and end at a popular Asian supermarket for some quick shopping. Perfect tour for those seeking a truly unique experience. Trip length of 2½ hours with a walking distance of under 1 mile. Only $69 per person! **Gluten free and limited vegetarian options are available. You get: a Chinese-American tour guide who specializes in Chinese cuisine, insight into dim sum culture and history, a traditional dim sum brunch with tea at the premier dim sum restaurant in San Diego, an Asian supermarket and bakery shopping excursion. Reservations required at wildfoodietours.com. Are you ready for the Wild East of dim sum? Visit: https://www.wildfoodietours.com/ Wild Foodie Tours on Facebook / Instagram

Discover the remarkable story of a legendary shaper, an iconic surf shop, and a legacy that helped define California surfing. Join the California Surf Museum for a special Big Wednesday screening of "Harbour Chronicles: Shaping a Legacy," followed by a conversation with director Chris Sardelis and other special guests at the historic Sunshine Brooks Theater (217 N. Coast Highway) in Oceanside. "Harbour Chronicles" is the multi-award-winning documentary celebrating Rich Harbour, the iconic shaper behind Harbour Surfboards — the world’s longest-running surf shop. Thirteen years in the making, this film dives into Harbour’s extraordinary influence through rare footage, surf history, and personal stories from the Seal Beach community he helped shape. Following the screening, Chris Sardelis and others will take guests behind the scenes of the film, sharing what inspired the project, the challenges of bringing it to life, and the stories that could not be left untold. Seating is limited and this special evening is expected to fill quickly! Get your tickets today and be part of an unforgettable celebration of surfboard craftsmanship, community, and California surf history. Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram

The Downtown Chula Vista Association is thrilled to announce the return of its annual Día de los Muertos celebration on Sunday, November 1, 2026 from 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., bringing the community together for an evening of culture, remembrance and tradition in the heart of Downtown Chula Vista. The free, family-friendly event transforms Third Avenue and Memorial Park into a vibrant space that honors loved ones who have passed while celebrating the beauty and significance of the holiday. Throughout the event, attendees can experience an exciting lineup of activities that honor the traditions of Día de los Muertos while creating a festive atmosphere for all ages. Guests can visit the community ofrenda on Davidson Street, where they are encouraged to bring a photo of a loved one to pin on the altar, as well as participate in the anticipated Ofrenda Competition and Catrín & Catrina Ensemble Contest. The celebration will also feature live music and dance performances, a classic car show, hands-on children’s crafts, themed photo opportunities, and artisan shopping at Mercado by Las Jefas Market, showcasing local makers and vendors. Food and beverage offerings from local restaurants round out the experience, inviting guests to stroll through Downtown Chula Vista while enjoying the neighborhood’s vibrant tribute. As visitors explore the neighborhood, they will encounter marigold-lined displays, large-scale alebrijes, and traditional Catrina-inspired installations curated by local artists, offering backdrops that reflect the spirit of the holiday. The annual celebration has become a signature South Bay tradition, creating a welcoming space for the community to connect through shared customs, local art and cultural appreciation. Downtown Chula Vista on Facebook / Instagram

Four-day fall celebration features gourd art, workshops, demonstrations, vendors, cultural performances and family activities FALLBROOK, Calif. — The California Gourd Society (CGS), in partnership with Welburn Gourd Farm, will present the 2026 Southern California Gourd Competition and Raffle during Welburn’s Gourd Art & Harvest Days, September 24–27, 2026. The four-day event will celebrate creativity, community and the harvest season with gourd art classes, artist demonstrations, local vendors, cultural activities, music and family-friendly fun. Visitors can also enjoy U-Pick pumpkins and sunflowers at the farm. The schedule includes: Thursday, September 24: Preregistered art workshops Friday, September 25: Workshops, CGS Gourd Art Competition People’s Choice voting Saturday, September 26, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.: Artist and local-vendor marketplace, gourd art demonstrations, competition voting and awards, cultural workshops and performances, and pumpkin and flower shopping Saturday, 4–6 p.m.: Advance tickets required Sunday, September 27: Half-day art classes Advance registration is required for workshops and certain ticketed activities. The complete schedule, class information and tickets are available at welburngourdfarm.com/pages/2026-gahd. Welburn Gourd Farm is located at 40635 De Luz Road, Fallbrook, California 92028, approximately 25 minutes north of central Fallbrook. Known for its sustainably grown, thick-shelled gourds, the farm carefully harvests and hand-selects gourds for artists, crafters, musicians and decorators. Directions are available at WelburnGourdFarm.com. Founded in 1997, the California Gourd Society brings together artists, farmers, gardeners, educators, crafters and gourd enthusiasts who share an appreciation for hard-shelled gourds. A state chapter of the American Gourd Society, CGS supports education, creativity and charitable activities through 12 regional groups and a monthly online group. The organization has approximately 225 members throughout California. Debra Zimmerman California Gourd Society dzgourd@gmail.com Welburn Gourd Farm on Facebook/ Instagram

This exciting San Diego kids camp helps children build confidence, creativity, and basic kitchen skills while making new friends and enjoying an active, structured day. Each week features a different baking theme so campers always experience something new and delicious. Weekly Kids Baking Camp Themes: Week 1 (June 8–12): Cookie Baking & Decorating – Part 1 Week 2 (June 15–19): Cake Pops & Cake Making (Funfetti & Chocolate Cake) Week 3 (June 22–26): Cupcake Creations Week 4 (June 29–July 3): Chocolate Week – All Things Chocolate Week 5 (July 6–10): Pastries, Scones & S’mores Week 6 (July 13–17): Muffins & Sweet Treats Week 7 (July 20–24): Playing with Dough – Soft Pretzels, Breadsticks & Hot Dog Pretzels Week 8 (July 27–31): Cookies Week Part 2 – New Recipes Week 9 (August 3–7): Cake Pops & Dessert Breads (Banana, Blueberry, Pumpkin & Monkey Bread) Families may register for one week or multiple weeks of camp. This is a full-day kids camp: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Early Drop-Off Available: 8:30 AM (optional add-on) After Care Available: 3:00 – 5:00 PM (optional add-on) Please visit Fandory website for more camp info and to register. Spots are limited. https://www.fandory.com/shop/summerbakecamp/11

This exciting San Diego kids camp helps children build confidence, creativity, and basic kitchen skills while making new friends and enjoying an active, structured day. Each week features a different baking theme so campers always experience something new and delicious. Weekly Kids Baking Camp Themes Week 1 (June 8–12): Cookie Baking & Decorating – Part 1 Week 2 (June 15–19): Cake Pops & Cake Making (Funfetti & Chocolate Cake) Week 3 (June 22–26): Cupcake Creations Week 4 (June 29–July 3): Chocolate Week – All Things Chocolate Week 5 (July 6–10): Pastries, Scones & S’mores Week 6 (July 13–17): Muffins & Sweet Treats Week 7 (July 20–24): Playing with Dough – Soft Pretzels, Breadsticks & Hot Dog Pretzels Week 8 (July 27–31): Cookies Week Part 2 – New Recipes Week 9 (August 3–7): Cake Pops & Dessert Breads (Banana, Blueberry, Pumpkin & Monkey Bread) Families may register for one week or multiple weeks of camp. This is a full-day kids camp: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Early Drop-Off Available: 8:30 AM (optional add-on) After Care Available: 3:00 – 5:00 PM (optional add-on) Please visit Fandory website for more camp info and to register. Spots are limited. https://www.fandory.com/shop/summerbakecamp/11

First, a major bipartisan bill passed that looks to address housing affordability. Also, the California DMV offers little explanation as to why thousands of drivers must retake the written exam. Then, a chat with San Diego county’s Director of Animal Services. Next, an online art shop in Barrio Logan is opening its first brick-and-mortar location.