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The Buddy Walk® was founded in 1995 by the National Down Syndrome Society as the premier advocacy event for Down syndrome in the United States. It's also the world’s most widely recognized public awareness program for the Down syndrome community. The Buddy Walk® attracts thousands of participants in cities from coast to coast each year. Locally, the Down Syndrome Association of San Diego is proud to host this family-friendly event that welcomes everyone. Funds raised will support San Diego individuals with Down syndrome and their families by improving quality of life, promoting independence, and helping navigate complex education and disability services. Activities will include music and dancing, games, crafts, tricky treats and more! And of course we'll stroll around the field along beautiful Mission Bay. Don't forget to wear your favorite Halloween costume! Visit: https://charity.pledgeit.org/buddy-walk-san-diego-2025 Down Syndrome Association of San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

"Breaking Into New Hollywood: Minari" (Q&A with costume designer Susanna Song) Fashion fans and aspiring costume designers: come join our 5th anniversary screening of "Minari"! The film will be followed by a conversation between "Minari‘s" costume designer Susanna Song and "Breaking Into New Hollywood" co-author Ada Tseng. Synopsis: A Korean American family moves to an Arkansas farm in search of its own American dream. Amidst the challenges of new life in the strange and rugged Ozarks, they discover the undeniable resilience of family and what really makes a home. For the 1980s costumes, costume designer Susanna Song drew on her own Korean American immigrant family, who moved to California in the late seventies. She combed through old family photo albums to capture the textures, colors and silhouettes of that era. Working closely with director Lee Isaac Chung, actor Steven Yeun, and producer Christina Oh, she built nostalgic wardrobes that included Jacob’s red hat, Monica’s blue blouse and polka-dot skirt and young David’s cowboy boots. About Susanna Song: Susanna Song is a Korean American costume designer best known for her work designing the Oscar-winning film "Minari" and season 2 of A24’s/Netflix’s hit series "Mo." Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, she began her career in the fashion industry before discovering her passion for costume design at the Falcon Theatre (now the Garry Marshall Theatre). Song went on to design for music videos, commercials, and films, before joining the costume teams of TV shows including "The Goldbergs," "Schooled," "American Horror Stories" and "Afterparty" en route to becoming a TV designer in her own right. About Ada Tseng: Ada Tseng is the co-author of "Breaking Into New Hollywood: A Career Guide to a Changing Industry." She co-hosts the Asian American pop culture history podcast, "Saturday School," with San Diego Asian Film Festival Artistic Director Brian Hu. A former editor of the Los Angeles Times, she has reported on entertainment, mental health, and e-commerce for publications including National Geographic, Women’s Wear Daily, The Washington Post and Public Radio International. About "Breaking Into New Hollywood": For the millions seeking to pursue their Hollywood dreams, "Breaking Into New Hollywood" (published by The Los Angeles Times and Simon & Schuster) is the definitive guide to breaking into the entertainment industry that explores and demystifies dozens of careers from pre-production to post-production. Ada Tseng and Jon Healey co-authored the book, and Song’s advice is featured in the chapter about how to become a costume designer. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

At the state’s top air regulator, Lauren Sanchez will replace Liane Randolph, taking the helm as California battles Trump, rising costs, and the future of its climate agenda.

First, Palomar and UC San Diego Health plan to combine to form a joint powers authority. The move is an effort to improve Palomar’s financial position after recent struggles. Then, charges have been filed against Poway Councilmember Tony Blain. Plus, we bring you an update on how women veterans are being helped by Wounded Warriors Homes. Next, we speak with some high school students in the county looking to hold people accountable for their part in pollution. Finally, another installment of ourPod Behind The Package segment.

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