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Studies have shown that cell phone use is a serious distraction for students that affects their mental health, social-emotional development and ability to concentrate in class.

Carlsbad Cultural Arts, in partnership with Alliance Française of La Jolla, proudly presents Night of Ideas, featuring a screening of "Defenders of Life." This compelling drama, set in the hills of Costa Rica, explores the resilience of an Indigenous community striving to preserve its cultural heritage and way of life amid external pressures. This free, ticketed event celebrates international cinema and fosters cross-cultural dialogue through film and discussion. Registration is available through the Alliance Française website. Join director Dana Ziyasheva and UC San Diego physician Janine Young, MD, for a moderated conversation following the film.

Join local farmers for guided walking tours through their unique operations and get a behind-the-scenes look at how your food and flowers are grown. Bring the whole family, hop in the car, and follow our detailed tour map for self-guided adventure between farms. This year's tours will take place throughout Oceanside. San Diego County Farm Bureau on Facebook / Instagram

San Diego County is in the grips of a record-setting heat wave Thursday as an unseasonal extended hot spell blanketed Southern California.

“EVERYBODY DANCE NOW!” Few lines in pop culture hit as instantly—and that legendary voice belongs to Freedom Williams, the frontman and co-founder of the international multi-platinum powerhouse C+C Music Factory. With over 8 million units sold of “Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now),” Freedom helped define a generation of club anthems and continues to electrify crowds worldwide with a commanding stage presence and undeniable charisma. Born in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn and raised in Queens, New York, Freedom came up alongside the roots of hip-hop and dance culture—more creator than spectator from the start. Before the global success, he was rocking parties as MC Tiny Tim and building a reputation as a performer with the kind of energy you can’t teach. That momentum carried into key early releases and collaborations, ultimately leading to the formation of C+C Music Factory featuring Freedom Williams—a run that delivered five #1 Dance/Club hits, including “Gonna Make You Sweat,” “Things That Make You Go Hmmm,” “Just a Touch of Love,” “Do You Wanna Get Funky,” and more. Today, Freedom continues creating and evolving—balancing new music, community activism, and creative projects while keeping that unmistakable voice front and center. Whether you know him from the peak ‘90s club era or you’re discovering him through today’s dance and throwback scenes, a Freedom Williams' performance is pure, high-voltage celebration—built to move the room from the first beat. Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2026/c--c-music-factory Freedom Williams on Facebook

A gothic horror tale, a creepy science-fiction romp, a sweeping romance, an intergenerational saga, a book about birds — here are the fiction and nonfiction our critics are most looking forward to.

As Hollywood production slows, a Baja California filmmaker is building an audience with low-budget films watched by millions.

First, we speak with a CalFire Captain about how last month’s heatwave started drying out plants and grass earlier than anticipated. Then, a new state campaign is sounding the alarm on high-dosage vapes and nicotine pouches. Also, we’ll tell you about three local filmmakers who are in the final days of a kickstarter to fund their independent movie

Wednesday, July 22, Insert coin and enter the arena for Ready Party One: The Final Level, XLE’s signature Comic Con kick-off party, marking Night 1 of Party HQ Comic Con 2026 at Parq Nightclub. This year, your quest loads into a neon-soaked digital battleground where arcade legends, console warriors, and fighting game champions collide. Inspired by the golden age of gaming, iconic versus fighters, and the pulse-pounding anticipation surrounding the next era of cinematic martial arts mayhem, this party is your chance to step into the ultimate player-select screen. Battle your way through immersive interactive environments, discover hidden bonus levels, and unlock encounters with unforgettable characters. Enter the main arena dance floor, where fan-favorite flashback band The Flux Capacitors returns once again as a staple of Ready Party One since 2018, delivering a power-up packed live performance. After Flux and guest performers finish their final combo, the DJs take control and keeps the party in endless mode into the wee hours. Ready Party One: The Final Level has everything that has made it the favorite SDCC party since 2018, including jaw-dropping performances, incredible cosplay, unique experiences, and a night packed with music, laughter, nostalgia, and pure multiplayer chaos. Experience Level Entertainment on Instagram

Antique African spoons as vessels of history and aesthetic beauty Please join us for a captivating evening showcasing local author and African art collector Richard Ulevitch and his book "A Taste of Beauty: Spoons of Africa" from the Collection of Richard Ulevitch. Come learn about the extraordinary artistry and cultural significance of African spoons depicted in this captivating book. This beautifully crafted book explores how these masterfully carved utensils transcend their practical purpose to become profound expressions of artistic excellence and cultural identity. Stunning photography and detailed analysis reveal the intricate designs, symbolic meanings, and historical contexts of these remarkable artifacts. This comprehensive work illuminates the sophisticated artistic traditions of African craftspeople while exploring the intersection of functionality and aesthetic beauty. Ulevitch has collected African spoons for over 30 years, dating primarily from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In 2025, the Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento mounted an exhibition of the collection, the most comprehensive display of these objects to date. Ulevitch is a professor emeritus at Scripps Research where he served for over 50 years and his research transformed our understanding of the immune system. Visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/central-library