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A decade after taking a knee, Colin Kaepernick has no regrets and is reflecting on his life in his new memoir, The Perilous Fight. He talks to NPR's Michel Martin about losing football, his disappointment with Jay-Z and what the protest taught him about power.

Full length Holiday Production (December 12-13) @ the Joan B. Kroc Theatre "Nutcracker Reimagined" LDI brings a fresh take on a holiday tradition to the stage! "Nutcracker Reimagined" is a compelling, forward thinking production that focuses on a progressive and inclusive mentality. With conscious intention, our choice to encourage change reflects our desire to provide our students and audiences with a new experience. By crafting our own narrative, we've created a unified opportunity for dancers of all ages and genres to share in this inspiring story. All of our students are encouraged to be thinkers, to develop a powerful sense of self and this production creates a unique freedom to grow alongside the production rather than fit into it. With a courageous message, gorgeous dancing, and a beautiful score, "Nutcracker Reimagined" is an engaging, must-see show for your whole family and friends. Tickets are non refundable. Please Arrive 30 minutes before event time. This show is about two and a half hours including a 15 minute intermission.

This talk will focus on amazing geological forces and events from the last 200 million years that have shaped the San Diego County we see today. From regional tectonics to massive volcanism, uplift and erosion, and the many current infrastructure challenges San Diego currently faces, Mike Thacker will tell the story behind our broad mesas, dramatic coastlines, canyons, and wide valleys. Attendees will be sure to come away with a deepened understanding of and appreciation for the geological history of our unique region. About the Presenter: Mike Thacker is a retired Senior Staff Research and Development Scientist at Thermo Fisher Scientific. He has a B.S. in zoology from San Diego State University and studied anthropology and archaeology at University of California Santa Barbara, Palomar College, and San Diego State University. He is a former member of the Board of Trustees for the San Diego Archaeological Center and is a volunteer teaching assistant for Palomar College archaeological excavation field school and survey programs. Mike is passionate about his home of San Diego and leads interpretive hikes for the San Dieguito River Park and San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy. His interest in geology has motivated his study of the geology of the San Diego region for the last 16 years. San Diego Archeological Center on Facebook / Instagram

Just in Time for Foster Youth (JIT) will host the “Igniting Hope, Building CommUNITY Family & Friends Festival" on Saturday, May 2, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Liberty Station Central Promenade (2641 Truxtun Rd, San Diego, CA 92106). In recognition of Foster Care Awareness Month, the free, community-centered event will bring together nonprofit organizations, community leaders, volunteers, and young people looking for a path to success for an afternoon of connection, celebration, and collaboration. Moving beyond a traditional resource fair, the festival is designed as an immersive experience that strengthens connections across people and services. It focuses on building a more coordinated and accessible support system for transition-age foster youth and other underserved populations. The event will bring together hundreds of young people seeking pathways to stability, alongside community leaders, families, and friends working to build meaningful relationships and advance a more connected, solutions-based model of support. Attendees from the broader community will also have the opportunity to connect with organizations, explore volunteer opportunities, and learn how to get involved in supporting local youth. The event will feature approximately 40 participating organizations offering resources across a wide range of services, including housing, education, job training, mental health support, financial literacy, and health services. Participating organizations will engage directly with attendees, showcase their impact, and connect with other peer organizations to identify gaps they can address together, helping to build stronger, more collaborative partnerships. Attendees can expect a lively, family-friendly atmosphere with live entertainment, interactive experiences, and local food. The event will feature a performance by San Diego-based artist Divina Jasso, along with entertainment from magician The Amazing Dana. Guests can also participate in yoga sessions, enjoy an open-air glam booth, and hear directly from two JIT youth speakers sharing their personal stories. A lineup of local food trucks, including Dirty Birds, Born in Brooklyn, Dilly’s Ice Cream, and Juicy Shawarma, will be on-site throughout the event. More than just a one-day event, “Igniting Hope, Building CommUNITY” represents a broader shift toward collaboration in the nonprofit sector, bringing organizations together to better serve individuals who need a reliable, connected network of support. Participating organizations include: Promises2Kids Youth Assistance Coalition Urban Street Angels YMCA Doors of Change Home Start California Youth Connection Our Arts Community Resource Center Kitchens for Good United 4 Youth And more! The festival is made possible through the support of key sponsors including San Diego Foundation, SDG&E, U.S. Bank, Kiwanis Club of San Diego, and the Foster Youth Transitions Collaborative. This event is free and open to the public. For more information or to register please visit https://jitfosteryouth.org/hope-festival/. About Just in Time for Foster Youth Just in Time for Foster Youth (JIT) is a nonprofit that serves young people out of the foster care system after age 18 who leave without a safety net or a family to assist with their transition to adulthood. JIT provides a community of support to help these young adults stay on the path to self-sufficiency. Serving nearly 3,000 youth annually, JIT is focused on Leading Change in the areas of stable housing, essential education, meaningful employment, financial security, reliable transportation, positive connections, confidence, and well-being. For more information, visit www.jitfosteryouth.org. Just in Time for Foster Youth on Facebook / Instagram

Summer is back and so are Margaritaville Hotel San Diego’s Yappy Hours! Starting off on Thursday, June 25 from 4 to 6 p.m., and running every last Thursday through October, furry friends and their owners are invited to kickback at the 5 o'Clock Somewhere Rooftop, downtown’s pup-friendly oasis. June’s theme is Paws & Relax, and four-legged friends are invited to attend dressed in their best summer outfit complete with sunglasses, leis and island vibes. To kick off summer on a pawsitive note, each pup will even receive a summer-themed bandana and a Margaritaville tennis ball to take home. During the Yappy Hour, pups will also enjoy a special doggy menu complete with dog friendly bites to keep their bellies full. From the Pupa Coladas, a coconut purée and ice blend, to the Bark Burgers, a perfectly grilled beef patty, the menu is paw licking good. Mark your calendars for every last Thursday of each month through October for a new fun theme! Yappy hour is the best way to soak up sun on the Margaritaville Hotel San Diego rooftop while spending time with the ones that matter most - our pets!

Solstice Feast at Barron Creek Farm! Seasonal 4-course dinner by Chef Jesse Bermudez of Rancho Valencia, live music from Daring Greatly, farm tour. All proceeds fund food access. We invite you to join us for a Special Solstice Feast Thursday, June 25, 5:30-8 p.m. at Barron Creek Farm. Gather with us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the longest days of the year, the bounty of the season, and the power of community. Chef Jesse Bermudez of Rancho Valencia returns to create a seasonal four-course meal featuring ingredients freshly harvested from the very fields where we will dine. Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy live music from the lead singer of Daring Greatly in Patch and Maggi, meaningful conversation, and the beauty of the farm as the sun sets over the landscape. This special dinner is offered on a sliding scale of $100-$150 per guest, with all proceeds supporting Barron Creek Farm's mission to grow food and share it freely with community members who face barriers to accessing fresh, healthy produce. Every ticket purchased helps us cultivate more than crops, it helps us cultivate belonging, food security, environmental stewardship, and a stronger local food system for all. The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a delicious herbal cocktail, a delightful charcuterie experience, live music and a farm tour. At 6:30 p.m. after a brief welcome, we will share a delightful meal and have time to connect with fellow supporters of the farm. Space is limited, and advance registration is required. An 80% portion of the ticket is a tax deductible donation. We hope you'll join us for this magical evening of seasonal food, community, and generosity. Barron Creek Farm on TikTok / Instagram

Saar told NPR in 2006, "I'm the kind of person who recycles materials, but I also recycle emotions and feelings." She died days away from her 100th birthday.

A pair of fires scorch parts of the county Monday leading to evacuations. Then, the same San Diego City Council that last year approved paid parking in Balboa Park says “nevermind.” And Public Matters reporter Jake Gotta previews today’s budget vote. Finally, a look at San Diego’s indigenous history through the lens of America’s semiquincentennial.

Library Shop SD, along with our friends at Meet Cute Bookshop, is excited to host BK Borison at the Neil Morgan Auditorium to celebrate the release of "Grim Tidings"! BK will be in conversation with Susan Lee at the San Diego Central Library @ Joan Λ Irwin Jacobs Common. BK Borison is the New York Times bestselling author of cozy, contemporary romances featuring emotionally vulnerable characters and swoon-worthy settings. When she’s not daydreaming about fictional characters doing fictional things, she’s at home with her family, more than likely buying books she doesn’t have room for. Susan Lee is a USA Today bestselling author of both young adult and adult romantic comedies. Her work has been featured in national outlets such as Buzzfeed, NPR, People Magazine, Oprah, and Harper’s Bazaar. After a career as an executive at some of today’s hottest companies, Susan now channels her energy into publishing Happily Ever Afters for those historically underrepresented in Romance. When she is not writing Susan can be found devouring fic on AO3, building mechanical keyboards, and catering to the every whim of her senior diva chihuahua, Buttercup. ABOUT GRIM TIDINGS From #1 New York Times bestselling author BK Borison comes a new whimsical, haunting romance. When a runaway grim reaper tries to save a life, she clashes with a skeptical Guardian, forcing them to form an unlikely partnership beyond the grave. Darcy Moore is tired of death. Which would be fine and good … if she wasn’t a Grim Reaper. Determined to outrun her designation as the villain, Darcy decides she won’t be dragging her next assignment to the underworld. She’ll be saving him instead. Unfortunately for Darcy, there’s a complication in her plan. Guardian Angel Gabriel Aetos doesn’t tolerate threats to his little corner of the world, and a Grim Reaper showing up at his bar is as deadly as it gets. But when he realizes Darcy is not as she seems, Gabriel must decide if he can trust his growing feelings or hold on to his long-standing grudge. But magic doesn’t come without consequences. And the Department of Hauntings & Spirits will eventually come calling for their missing Reaper. A spooky yet simmering enemies-to-lovers tale to keep you warm this fall. BK Borison on Facebook / Instagram

The San Diego Museum of Art and the San Diego Shakespeare Society team up again to celebrate the summer solstice with an enchanted afternoon of performance and poetry! Patricia Elmore Costa and John Tessmer are co-directing/co-producing. Performances at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. For museum admission prices: https://sdma.ticketapp.org/portal/product/23 The San Diego Shakespeare Society on Facebook / Instagram