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In his closing blessing for the Jubilee of Youth, Leo remembered the young people of Gaza and Ukraine and other countries "bloodied by war" who could not join their celebration.

For NPR's Word of the Week: Things are getting spicy. We explain how a word referring to cinnamon and pepper turned less literal by the 19th century.

Presentations by San Diego artists who will share their experiences of Kapwa through the arts leading one to compose for "Larry the Musical." Full Agenda: 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. Tour of Filipinos of South Bay Exhibit - "The Filipinos of South Bay Exhibit" curation team will be on hand to give a 30-minute tour of the exhibit which provides a history of the Philippines, waves of migration and how the military, community, faith, culture, education and businesses impacted the contributions of Filipinos to the region. 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Check-In & Merienda. Light refreshments will be served to welcome all guests. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Our Artists: PART 1: Reading by Salvador S. Idos of his poem "Kapwa" and the essence of the poem of the Filipino value of Kapwa. Mr. Idos is a retired teacher at Morse High School and taught Filipino language to hundreds of students. His poems and other writings are capture in the 2025 release of his book "Sulyap ng Kadakilaan," glimpse of greatness. PART II. Bryan Pangilinan a graduate of Morse High School and UCSD will share his journey of the arts experience which led him to the Bay Area. His Filipino formation was impacted by the community which included PASACAT and continued his love of culture in various groups after leaving San Diego. He then accepted the labor of love in the creation of "Larry the Musical." 3:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. Kapwa Conversation: The artists and community will enter a time of conversations on the practice of the value of Kapwa in new generations of Filipino Americans. PASACAT Philippine Performing Arts Company on Facebook / Instagram / X

Take the Pledge for Clean Air Day 2025  California Clean Air Day is back on Wednesday, October 1! Pledge to replace one solo car trip with a sustainable option to reduce your emissions and create new habits to promote healthy air quality.  Get moving for clean air by:  • Walking, biking, or riding your scooter  • Riding transit for free on Clean Air Day  • Carpooling with family, friends, or coworkers  • Skipping the commute and working from home  Take the pledge for the chance to win an e-bike! Eligible residents of the San Diego region who pledge and check the box to receive communications from trusted partners will be entered into a sweepstakes to win a folding e-bike, powered by Rad Power Bikes.  Learn more and pledge at SANDAG.org/cleanairday.  SANDAG on Facebook / Instagram

This class meets weekly on Mondays, 3-4 times each month, from 4 – 5:30 p.m. Ages 13+ welcome! Instructor-artist Lydia Kardos teaches this introductory ceramic handbuilding course for Teens. This month-long series is full of hands-on, hand building techniques in clay. Students will create functional and non-functional ceramic art. They’ll learn how to create with coils, slab construction and clay pinching methods. See the beauty of the final results as your pieces come out of the kiln. Students will create multiple pieces and learn how to glaze finished artwork. All materials included. Projects are changed regularly, so students can return month after month to continue to develop their skills! Drop-ins are welcome! Is your teen curious about taking this class? Choose ‘Drop-in Date’ from the drop-down menu (please purchase 48 hours in advance, so we can have supplies ready). We welcome drop-in students at the first class of each month-long series. If your teen wants to continue, we will apply this drop-in payment toward the month’s total cost. • 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 San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

President Trump hosted Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at the White House, welcoming the once-pariah state into a U.S.-led global coalition to fight the Islamic State group.

This class meets weekly, 3-4 times each month. Ages 8-12 years old welcome! In this fun and creative class, Instructor & Sewist Hannah Gioutlos will guide kids as they learn the basics of hand sewing while making small projects they can be proud of! In a safe and encouraging environment, students will practice hand stitching, how to thread a needle, and how to safely use sewing tools. Along the way, they’ll complete beginner-friendly projects, with each month exploring a new project, such as felt animals, mini pillows, and/or doll clothes. Projects are designed for building skills and confidence. All materials included and no previous experience needed. Projects are changed regularly, so students can return month after month to continue to develop their skills! Drop-ins are welcome! Is your child curious about taking this class? Choose ‘Drop-in Date’ from the drop-down menu (please purchase 48 hours in advance, so we can have supplies ready). We welcome drop-in students at the first class of each month-long series. If your child wants to continue, we will apply this drop-in payment toward the month’s total cost. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

In the summer, Texas drew new lines to help the GOP win in the midterm elections. California countered this week. The Republicans might have an edge in the redistricting battle as it spreads nationally.

Join us for a special evening highlighting what's ahead across PBS, KPBS TV, podcasts, and digital platforms. Get an early look at nationally premiering programs, including new seasons of All Creatures Great and Small and a compelling American Masters episode on Dick Van Dyke. We’ll also showcase local KPBS Explore content, such as a sneak preview on the 100th episode of Ken Kramer’s About San Diego, and previews of our popular podcasts The Finest and Port of Entry. Plus, enjoy a first look at original digital stories from the KPBS Newsroom. You will also get insight into our exciting new project KPBS+, our locally curated streaming platform with thousands of KPBS and PBS titles. The evening will feature a behind-the-scenes panel with KPBS content creators, Chief Content Officer Nancy Worlie, and Programming Director Jill Linder, offering insights into how our local stories are brought to life.

Gov. Gavin Newsom has been looking for a way to win national attention. Proposition 50 puts him “light-years ahead.”