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For the last few years, she’s helped lead research efforts as part of UC Davis’s Long-term Behavioral Ecology of California Ground Squirrels Project, which monitors a population in Briones Regional Park in the Bay Area. The native squirrel can be found throughout California, as well as a little into Southern Oregon and the Baja California peninsula.

Also in theaters this week are Aziz Ansari's feature directorial debut and Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein.

Johnny Mitchell Johnny Mitchell is a stand-up comedian, writer, and podcaster from Portland, Oregon. He began doing stand-up comedy while serving time in the Oregon State Penitentiary for marijuana trafficking, and upon his release, he moved to Hollywood to try his hand at show business. A decade later, he is one of the most prominent up-and-coming comedic voices in the country. In 2020 he published a novel, “Days Of The Trap” about his experience as a drug smuggler and his time spent in prison. The book was published in 5 languages and sold more than 50,000 copies. In the fall of 2022 he launched a podcast and YouTube series “The Connect: with Johnny Mitchell,” which became an overnight success. 10 months later, his channel has 840,000 active subscribers and over 500 million views. He has been featured on top comedy podcasts like “Flagrant” with Andrew Schulz and “Your Mom’s House” with Tom Segura and Christina Pazsitzky, as well as many of the top true crime podcasts. Bryan Torresdey Anyone raised by immigrant parents knows the pressure of being a first-generation American. Add family dysfunction, a Mexican mother from Juarez, and the chaos of modern life, and you have the recipe for Bryan Torresdey’s sharp and witty social commentary. Following the viral success of his "LATINX" rants, he’s made a name for himself in the comedy scene. He was recently featured in GQ Magazine, and ABC News, Bryan also received a prestigious “Audience Award” NBC award for his comedic writing. With content that garners hundreds of millions of views, you won’t want to miss his insightful and hilarious jokes, turning our mad world into punchlines! Leo Dottavio and Danny Mullen Mic Drop Comedy on Facebook / Instagram

Applicable to comedy, drama, and reality, this unique course is designed for creative aspiring writers with no prior experience—as well as those with screenwriting experience—who seek to break into television writing. Learn in an interactive environment the basics of creating, writing, and presenting your first television script for both drama and/or comedy, including how to take your idea to the next step and create a complete half-hour or one-hour television script. Beginning and professional writers are welcome. Prior screenwriting experience is not required. Students will be emailed several TV scripts (shooting drafts) in PDF format prior to the first-class session (and more during the course) to be read in advance if possible. We’ll also be viewing videos related to the topics throughout the course. This course will also include special guests, including WGA writers and producers working in television today. Students will get the opportunity to ask questions and get a behind-the-scenes look into how television is made, learning about the different career paths to becoming a professional television writer and what showrunners, producers, creative executives, and fellowship competitions are looking for from writers working today. Note: Enrollment is limited to 12 participants. Be sure to sign up today! SD Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Fall Equinox is that time of the year when the hours of daylight and nighttime are of equal length; it’s also the time of celebrating the harvest and preparing for the winter ahead. In this Equinox observance, we’ll gather in the Native Plant Learning Garden in Bird Park where we’ll be inspired by the expansive native plant garden. We’ll wander the paths along the dry stream beds, breathing in the scents of mint and sage, accompanied by bird song and bright butterflies, and discover the diversity of San Diego’s various and many native plants. During our time together, we’ll discuss Equinox lore and legend, explore our many links and connections with the season, and retreat into our notebooks and journals to harvest remembrances of summer-past and note our intentions for the coming season. Wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes, a sun hat. Bring your journals or notebooks and water. Plenty of free street parking is available adjacent to Bird Park on 28th Street. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

As President Trump pushes to get National Guard troops patrolling American cities, his administration has, in effect, blurred the lines between the military, traditional law enforcement and immigration enforcement.

An Unmissable Night of Absurdity, Laughter, and Legendary Comedy! Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate 50 years of "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" with the one and only John Cleese! This once-in-a-lifetime event features a special screening of the beloved cult classic, followed by an uproarious conversation and audience Q&A with Cleese himself, where he’ll share behind-the-scenes stories, wit, and wisdom—assuming he remembers any of it. Gather your fellow knights, dust off your coconuts**, and prepare for an evening of irreverent humor and unparalleled comedy history. Secure your tickets now—before Cleese really is dead! **Coconuts not included in ticket price. Upgrade your experience VIP tickets include premium seating, a downloadable post-show photograph with Mr. Cleese, and an exclusive tour poster. (No autographs.) A secondary level of upgrade is also available—the Merchandise Package, which includes an exclusive tour poster in addition to second-best seats in the house This option does not include the post-show photo op. John Cleese on Facebook / Instagram

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: 60 years of Jean Isaacs' choreography; San Diego Zine Fest; Wayne Thiebaud; jazz; a modern-day witch play; TwitchCon and more.

Susan Stamberg, an original National Public Radio staffer who went on to become the first U.S. woman to anchor a nightly national news program, has died.

Premieres Tuesday, Oct. 21 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+. The dramatic and controversial rise of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. How the scion of a storied dynasty endured tragedy and scandal, broke with the Democratic Party and his family, stoked conspiracy theories, and is reshaping government and public health.