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Join the City of Carlsbad for an artists reception on Saturday, Nov. 7 to meet the artists behind “everywhere home,” the Cannon Art Gallery Biennial Exhibition, and vote for your favorite art piece to win the community choice award. More than 80 local artists are featured in the exhibition, showcasing a wide variety of works of art. Artists reception: everywhere home Nov. 7, 2026 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. William D. Cannon Art Gallery 1775 Dove Lane

The City of Carlsbad’s popular biennial exhibition is returning to the William D. Cannon Art Gallery in fall 2026, with a theme of “everywhere home.” The exhibition invites artists to explore the many facets of what it is to feel at home, a deeply personal experience that varies for everyone. More than 80 local artists will be featured in the exhibition, showcasing a wide variety of works of art. Gallery hours Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday: noon to 7 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The USD School of Law Joan E. Bowes - James Madison Distinguished Lecture Series will be presented by Jason Riley on Tuesday, November 17 in Grace Courtroom in Warren Hall on the campus of University of San Diego. "The Affirmative Action Tragedy" His talk will be based on his latest book, "The Affirmative Action Myth", which analyzes the track record of racial preference policies in higher ed and the work force. Jason Riley is an opinion columnist at The Wall Street Journal, where his column, Upward Mobility, has run since 2016. He is also a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and provides television commentary for various news outlets.

Balboa Park’s tree canopy features trees from around the world that have monument status in the State of California. These “Guinness Book of World Records Flora” are frequently noted in online lists of amazing trees. This tour will point out their unusual features and provide background on some of their uses in their countries of origin. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the first Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 90 minutes and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. It is advised that potential attendees contact the Balboa Park Visitors Center prior to the scheduled walk to determine if there are any last-minute changes or cancellations to the tours. Forever Balboa Park on Facebook / Instagram

A Costco tattoo. A viral rotisserie chicken event. A student club with hundreds of members. We follow graduating UC San Diego student Jacob Hoang on his final Costco run as club president and try to understand why Costco inspires such unusual devotion.

Join us for a powerful morning of remembrance, nature, and cultural history as WorldBeat Cultural Center hosts the 4th Annual Harriet Tubman Freedom Birdwatch in honor of Juneteenth and the legacy of Black resistance and liberation. This year’s experience will take place in and around WorldBeat Center’s gardens, where participants will engage in guided birdwatching, cultural storytelling, and hands-on learning. In partnership with Celebrate Urban Birds and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, we’ll be using the Merlin Bird ID app to identify local birds by sight and sound. We’ll also reflect on the important role of birds in history—especially how Harriet Tubman used the call of the barred owl as a secret signal during Underground Railroad missions. Event Highlights: - Guided birdwatching using the Merlin Bird ID app and led by the SoCal Bird Nerds and San Diego Bird Alliance - Stories of how the barred owl and other birds were used as coded signals - Native habitat restoration with native planting African Peace Drum Circle - Juneteenth Freedom Soul Food Plate This is more than a birdwatch—it’s a celebration of heritage, resilience, and the deep connection between nature and liberation. Free and open to the public. All ages welcome. Let’s learn, honor, and walk in the path of freedom—together. Visit: 4th Annual Juneteenth Harriet Tubman Bird Walk WorldBeat Cultural Center on Instagram and Facebook

Start your Sunday with Cars & Coffee at Frontwave Arena as part of the Frontwave Arena Summer Series presented by True Care on July 19 from 8–10 a.m.! Enjoy a morning filled with cool cars, fresh coffee, and good vibes as the Frontwave Arena parking lot transforms into a showcase for car enthusiasts, collectors, families, and the local community. Guests can stroll through rows of featured vehicles, grab a coffee, explore local vendors, and take part in crowd-voted Best in Show awards. Whether you’re a dedicated car fan or just looking for an easy weekend outing, Cars & Coffee is the perfect way to spend your Sunday morning. Frontwave Arena on Facebook / Instagram

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Deaths and close calls while fighting wildfires have strained an already on-edge workforce. They've also raised questions about policies and priorities amid an intense wildfire season.

California’s wildfires are destroying forests faster than the state can replant them, and federal cuts are making the gap worse. One expert says the crisis is barely known — even though it could reshape half the state’s forests by 2071.