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Watch, laugh, groan, or join word nerds from across the city in a battle to see who's the punniest of them all—and win a coveted Golden Nugget chicken trophy! "Pundemonium!" is a two-part event based on the format used by pun contests in cities nationwide: - In Part 1, Battle of the PUNdits, participants who have signed up in advance will deliver two-minute pun-filled speeches, and the audience will determine the winner. Want in? We ask that Battle of the PUNdits let us know you're competing ahead of time by emailing sandiegopundemonium@gmail.com - or email us with questions if you're curious but don't know how it works! - Part 2, the PUNger Games, is a head-to-head pun-off tournament-style, where participants go back and forth making puns on a given topic until they just can't anymore. Think of it as a rap battle, but with puns. Sign up in advance at sandiegopundemonium@gmail.com OR on the spot at Pundemonium! San Diego Pundemonium! on Instagram

Sabrosas Latin Orchestra, San Diego’s first and only all-female salsa band and a 501(c)(3) organization, is celebrating five years of community, music, and fun in 2024. Founded after identifying a unique opportunity to unite as female musicians, the band brings a shared love of salsa and Latin music to audiences throughout Southern California. With a commitment to serving the community, Sabrosas partners with local schools through mentorship programs as well as organizations like the San Diego Latino Film Festival and San Diego Pride, enlivening the cultural landscape. Sabrosas is proud to have performed at venues such as Cafe Sevilla, the Belly Up, NAMM, and numerous community festivals. Looking ahead, the band is focusing on writing and recording original music, and of course, will continue to inspire and entertain, reinforcing their dedication to bringing Latin music to audiences of all ages. Established in 2019, Sabrosas Latin Orchestra, a 501(c)(3) organization, is proud to be the first all-female salsa band in San Diego. The talented musicians of Sabrosas infuse high energy into a variety of Latin styles including salsa, cumbia, and cha cha. Sabrosas Latin Orchestra has performed at the Belly Up, Rock N Roll Marathon, San Diego Pride, NAMM, the Carlsbad TGIF Concerts In the Park Series, live on KUSI and CBS 8, and on the stages of numerous festivals. Sabrosas Latin Orchestra seeks to bring the joy of music and dance to people of all ages and backgrounds and to encourage women to grow their talents in music for generations to come. Sabrosas Latin Orchestra on Facebook / Instagram

NPR marks World Photography Day with images of everyday moments of gathering from communities across the U.S. taken by photographers from the network's member stations.

The Old Globe is thrilled to announce its 90th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, an unforgettable evening under the stars on the Globe’s Copley Plaza and on the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Sheryl White and Jennifer Greenfield will serve as the Celebration Co-Chairs for this one-night-only fundraising event, which honors 90 years of theatre that lives beyond the stage, with Darlene Marcos Shiley as the Honorary Chair. Guests will experience an incredible evening, complete with exquisite dining, craft cocktails, and live entertainment, featuring an electrifying performance by Tony Award-nominated actor and Grammy and Emmy Award-winning songwriter/composer Christopher Jackson. Best known for his portrayal of George Washington in the critically acclaimed Broadway sensation "Hamilton." This black-tie event begins at 5:30 p.m. with signature cocktails by Snake Oil Cocktail Company and hors d’oeuvres on the Globe’s Copley Plaza. At 6:30 p.m. inside the Old Globe Theatre, Erna Finci Viterbi Artistic Director Barry Edelstein will lead a special 90th Anniversary Celebration presentation highlighting the Globe’s mission and its impact on the community, followed by a special and exclusive performance by Christopher Jackson. The evening continues with a sumptuous three-course alfresco dinner catered by Urban Kitchen Catering at 8 p.m. and concludes with live music, dancing, and surprises under the stars. LOCATION and PARKING INFORMATION: The Old Globe is in San Diego’s historic Balboa Park at 1363 Old Globe Way. Complimentary valet parking for the event will be located in the Alcazar Garden parking lot adjacent to The Old Globe. The Old Globe is dedicated to ensuring that theatre remains accessible and impactful for all. Funds raised from the 90th Anniversary Celebration will support the Globe’s renowned artistic productions and transformative arts engagement programs, which serve more than 250,000 people annually—including children, families, and individuals across diverse communities, students in Title I schools, veterans, military service members, and people who are incarcerated. The Old Globe on Facebook / Instagram / X

Join us for UC San Diego's 24th Annual César E. Chávez Celebration Kickoff. The signature kickoff event will feature keynote speaker María Dolores Águila, a Chicana poet and author of "Barrio Rising," the KPBS 2024 “One Book, One San Diego” kids selection. Deeply inspired by Chicane history and art, she seeks to write empowering and inclusive stories about everything she learns. Time: Thursday, April 3 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: Price Center Ballroom Hosted by the César E. Chávez Celebration Month planning committee. For more information, please contact cesarchavezcelebrate@ucsd.edu.

In the closing days of the legislative year, California lawmakers sent Gov. Gavin Newsom a bill that is meant to toughen scrutiny of the state’s embattled fire insurer of last resort by insisting that two of their leaders join its governing committee.

When: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Where: Blue Beach Celebrate Earth Day at Birch Aquarium! Join us at Birch Aquarium for an Earth Day Celebration featuring a fun nature craft and an ocean-inspired dance party! Sun Printing Craft: Join us at the aquarium for a special sun print craft, available while supplies last. Don't miss this opportunity to create your own cyanotype art — nature’s original "blueprint" — by arranging materials on special paper and letting the sun work its magic. Our sun printing craft is located on Blue Beach. Dance Party for the Planet: Join SoCal actor, singer and dancer Nate B Smith for the ultimate ocean dance party! Get ready to ride the wave of rhythm as Nate leads you through some fun, ocean-inspired dance lessons and more! Visit: https://aquarium.ucsd.edu/events/earth-day-celebration Birch Aquarium on Facebook / Instagram

Looking for San Diego kids camps that spark creativity and learning? Fandory’s Summer Camps offer a variety of exciting programs for all ages, Sign up your kids at Fandory for an unforgettable Summer Kids Baking Camp! Where: Fandory Factory in Rancho Bernardo Who: Kids 4 to 10 years old Summer Camp: June 13 - August 8th Kids Summer Camp Weekly Baking Themes Week 1: June 16th - June 20th - Cookie Baking and Decorating Week 2: June 23rd - June 27th - Cake Pops & Cake Making Week 3: June 30th - July 3rd (4-day week) - Cupcakes Week 4: July 7th - July 11th - Chocolate Week! Everything Chocolate... Week 5: July 14th - July 18th - Muffins & Sweet Treats Week 6: July 21st - July 25th - Pastries & Scones Week 7: July 28th - August 1st - Cake Pops & Cookies Week 8: August 4th - August 8th - Brownies - Smores & Cupcakes Our program offers a fun and creative learning experience where children enjoy baking, fun indoor play, and arts and crafts. Enroll your child today for a memorable and enriching time! Friday is Fun Day - kids will make their own Pizza for Lunch. No need to bring lunch on Friday. Limited spots available! Register today. Please visit Fandory website for more info and to register. Visit: https://www.fandory.com/shop/summerbakecamp/11 Fandory Factory on Instagram and Facebook

California congressional wannabes aren’t waiting for Prop. 50 to start campaigning in the newly drawn districts. Candidates are evaluating which seats they stand the greatest chance of winning in. For Republican challengers, the eight-week delay is far more consequential.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy and Education Secretary Linda McMahon are against schools giving kids standardized questionnaires about their mental well-being. But experts say they are wrong.