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On Presidents Day, protests against the Trump Administration were staged around the country, including in San Diego.

A baby seal was rescued from the streets of downtown New Haven, lethargic and underweight. He is now recovering at a nearby aquarium, which hopes to eventually release him back into the ocean.

The Port of San Diego is excited to present “A Day at the Park”, a FREE family-friendly multicultural celebration at Bayfront Park on the Chula Vista Bayfront! The celebration will feature performances by local artists and musicians, activities for kids of all ages, and opportunities to shop and eat from your favorite local vendors. Free on-site parking will be available. Visit: https://www.portofsandiego.org/events/port-sponsored-events/day-park-bayfront-park Port of San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Horwitz died suddenly in 2019 while on a book tour. In Memorial Days, Geraldine Brooks grieves her husband — and also reflects on the life she might have lived had they not met.

Hamas says it has agreed to Israel's request to speed up release of Israeli hostages, including two men held around a decade. The bodies of members of a young family are among those it will hand over.

Step into an atmosphere charged with belonging, acceptance, and togetherness at Love & Autism’s Eras Tour. Inspired by Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour and infused with our commitment to neurodivergent-affirming spaces, this event is thoughtfully designed for the autistic community and their allies to come together and create joy. Imagine everything in a gorgeous sea of pink—from sparkling decorations to pastel accents—creating a vibrant yet soothing sensory experience. Together, we’ll explore Taylor Swift’s music and themes of self-expression through activities tailored to foster joy, creativity, and inclusion. Whether you’re making bracelets, singing along to your favorite Era’s anthem, or simply enjoying a reflective moment in our relaxation room, there’s a space here for you. At the heart of this event is our why: a commitment to building belonging and celebrating neurodivergent voices. This is more than an event—it’s a celebration of what makes us beautifully, authentically human. This is a FREE event – registration required All minor attendees must be accompanied by an adult www.loveandautism.com Facebook: @LoveAndAutismSD Instagram: @loveandautism

Bonita Pumpkin Farm Open Daily Sept. 29 through Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 13 through Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Train Ride 8′ Tall Corn Maze Petting Zoo Tractor Hay-Wagon Cut your own Sunflowers Pumpkin Farm TICKET Information There is no charge to walk the pumpkin patches. Hayride is $5 per person Corn Maze is $5 per person Petting Zoo is $5 per person Mechanical Train is $5.00 per child Cut your own sunflowers are $2 per stem (*We provide the shears) Tickets for Farm locations can be purchased at any Farm location. Tickets are not available online. All pumpkins are individually priced based on size. Ticket Requirements: Mechanical Train = 1 Ticket per child Hayride = 1 Ticket per person Corn Maze = 1 Ticket per person Petting Zoo = 1 Ticket per person Free Admission and Parking Visit: https://www.pumpkinstation.com/pumpkin-farms/bonita-pumpkin-farm/

Learn to create your own authentic Austrian Strudel! Sunday, March 2, from 2-5 p.m. In this hands-on baking class, you learn how to make authentic Austrian Apple Strudel. You will have a ready-to-bake Strudel for you to bring home to enjoy. During our class, you stretch the dough paper thin across a table until it’s covered in a blanket of dough! We make a simple but delicious apple filling for your Strudel, it’s surprising how little sugar we need for this dessert. You’ll love the final part: rolling up the Strudel with the help of a tablecloth! Students will need to bring a baking sheet of their own to transport their strudel home for baking. We will have freshly baked Strudel to savor with coffee while your instructor shares lots of tips and ideas for more fillings. This workshop is for ages 14+ years. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • Homeschool funds accepted. • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace (OLP) will host the Eleventh Annual Women’s Symposium on Friday, March 21. Modeled after the speaker panels at leading universities, OLP’s Women’s Symposium brings together top women leaders to share their insight and pathways to success with students, the Southern California region and beyond. The Women’s Symposium will feature a series of workshops and highly curated panels with prominent leaders in their industries. Beginning over 10 years ago as a reimagining of Career Day for students, the Women’s Symposium has blossomed into a professional half-day conference open to all community members in and around the San Diego/Baja corridor, from students to seasoned business professionals. Hosted annually during Women’s History Month, OLP’s Women’s Symposium celebrates the success of powerful women and their allies. The event will leave attendees with tangible advice, pathways forward, and the inspiration of empowerment and shared connection. Through dialogue and modeling, these female leaders empower young women to stand up and confidently pursue their dreams. This year’s Keynote Panel will feature women in the craft food and beverage industry, hosted by Maya Madsen, Founder and CEO of Maya’s Cookies. Her company is America’s #1 Black-Owned Gourmet Vegan Cookie Company. The honorary chair is Dr. Irma Peñuñuri, CEO and Founder of BurgerRock Media PR Agency and OLP Alumna, Class of 2004. This is a free event for all San Diego community members and friends of OLP. In lieu of registration cost, OLP highly encourages donations to its annual fund which supports our students' greatest areas of need. Please click here if you are looking to donate to OLP. Interested in a VIP experience or bringing a group? Please reach out to the event coordinators at advancement@aolp.org. Academy of Our Lady of Peace on Facebook / Instagram

A real estate developer-turned-Middle East envoy, Witkoff has been credited with helping broker the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and free an American from Russian prison. Here's what to know about him.