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Learn to Sew & Hem! This class is a continuation of the Family and Beginner Sewing 101. In this next series, Instructor Hannah Gioutlos will guide you through the process of sewing a drawstring backpack. We will learn how to place our pattern on your fabric and cut it out with scissors or a rotary cutter. Then we will show tips on using a seam gauge to find the hem allowance. Next we will learn the proper way to press our fabric into place to get ready for hemming. For students who complete this project early, you can also learn to sew a pet bandana for your furry friends. REQUIREMENT: If you are new to using a sewing machine, you must take Family & Beginner Sewing 101 | Sewing Machine Basics first. In order to enroll in 102, a student must know how to thread and use a/their sewing machine and be comfortable with beginner sewing techniques. FABRIC CHOICE: All materials are included. If you’d like to bring your own fabric to sew with, students must bring at minimum a half yard or two fat quarters of 100% cotton quilting or cotton canvas. Cotton jersey and stretchy fabrics will not be sewn in this class. MACHINE CHOICE: It’s ideal to bring your own sewing machine for this class, but you may also borrow and learn on one of ours. Please note if bringing your own sewing machine it is very important to make sure it is fully functional. No experience necessary. Materials included. Ages 12+ years are welcome. Ages 7+ must attend with an adult to assist! ***If you’re attending with your child, and participating only as support, just purchase 1 space. If you both will learn and create a project side-by-side, please purchase 2 spaces. Please be punctual to this class. Students who show up more than 15 min late will not be able to catch up, and will be turned away to keep the class on schedule. Plan ahead for traffic and parking. Family & Beginner Sewing is a fun sewing series aimed at acquainting students with a/their sewing machines, beginning with the basics and growing skills. This class, 102, is the second in the series. If you don’t know how to use a/your sewing machine, please take Family & Beginner Sewing 101 | Sewing Machine Basics first. After 102, check out the next class in the series, Family & Beginners Sewing 103 | Zippers, Linings & More. • 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 8th Annual Scoop San Diego Ice Cream Festival, powered by Hollandia Dairy, returns to North Park on Sunday, June 28 from 12–4 p.m., bringing together more than 30 ice cream, gelato, and paleta makers for an afternoon of frozen treats, community fun, and giving back. This year’s festival marks the start of Scoop San Diego’s new ongoing partnership with Feeding San Diego. 100% of net proceeds will benefit Feeding San Diego’s work to connect families and individuals facing hunger with nutritious food across San Diego County. Festival highlights include: - 30+ vendors serving ice cream, gelato, paletas, and more - 10 two-ounce samples included with each General Admission ticket - Family-friendly activities, interactive activations, music, and summer fun - Pup Refreshment Area sponsored by Pure Pawsh - A community-focused event benefiting Feeding San Diego - Shareable General Admission tickets for families, kids, and friends General Admission tickets are priced at $45 and include 10 two-ounce samples from participating vendors. Tickets are shareable, making them a great option for families, kids, and friends. First Scoop Experience tickets are priced at $90 and include exclusive early entry from 11 a.m.–12 p.m., priority access to every vendor, select small-batch “First Scoop” flavors, an Ice Cream Amor x Mon Chourie dessert collaboration featuring ice cream-filled Korean cream puffs, a live-printed custom tote by Sunsets & Brainwaves, a limited-edition First Scoop pin, engraved tag, custom fan, and full General Admission access for the day. Tickets are available now at scoopsandiego.org. Scoop San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

The Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival is the country’s largest gathering of concertmasters and principal players from 28 of the the nation’s top orchestras – including the Los Angeles Philharmonic, San Francisco Symphony, Atlanta Symphony, Dallas Symphony and The Philadelphia Orchestra - who come together each summer in San Diego for a week of remarkable performances of classical music’s finest scores under the baton of Maestro Michael Francis. For the first time in eight years, the orchestra will unite under a single concertmaster, The Philadelphia Orchestra's David Kim. In 2025, the Festival earned recognition as North America’s largest Mozart festival and became one of approximately 30 organizations worldwide and only two in the US, welcomed into the prestigious International Mozarteum Foundation’s “Mozart Communities.” Beyond the stage, Mainly Mozart nurtures future generations of musicians supporting over 350 young musicians, through the Mainly Mozart Youth Orchestra and tiered beginning, intermediate and advanced string programs that reach students across San Diego County. From pioneering drive‑in concerts during the pandemic to championing inclusive autism programs, Mainly Mozart is committed to innovating programming that shares the genius of Mozart and inspires San Diegans of all ages to appreciate, and find joy in, classical music. Mainly Mozart on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

Their demand comes in response to President Trump’s refusal earlier this month to renew the trade deal.

Get ready to turn back the clock—literally! On Sunday, November 1, 2026, as daylight savings time ends, the Gaslamp Quarter transforms into a vibrant celebration of history at the 26th Annual Fall Back Festival. From 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., the streets surrounding the iconic Davis-Horton House at 4th and Island Avenue will transport visitors to a bygone era, filled with historic fun, hands-on learning, and memorable adventures for the entire family. Now in its 26th year, Fall Back Festival has become a beloved San Diego tradition—where families gather to experience old-fashioned amusements, cultural demonstrations, and timeless community spirit. As the clocks "fall back," so does the Gaslamp Quarter, offering an immersive afternoon where history truly comes to life. Bring your loved ones for a Sunday brimming with interactive activities and entertainment: watch in awe as a talented blacksmith forges iron, join the laughter and cheers of a pie-eating contest, feel the rhythm of the Kumeyaay Drum Circle, and explore dozens of engaging attractions designed to spark curiosity and delight children of all ages. Activities and Demonstrations for this year’s fest include: - Caricaturist and Face Painter - Penny Candy Booth - Fun Competitions for Prizes & Giveaways - Root Beer Float Bar - Stagecoach Photo-Op - Kumeyaay Bird Songs and Dances - Native California Tools & Weaponry This FREE event is more than just a festival—it’s a living time capsule, blending San Diego’s rich cultural heritage with a playful family street fair atmosphere. Kids can step into the shoes of early San Diegans, while parents enjoy the nostalgia and energy of an afternoon designed to connect generations. Fall Back Festival is proudly presented by the Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation and plays a vital role in advancing their mission to preserve the history and culture of the Gaslamp Quarter, providing a living history of San Diego for all to enjoy. For more information, please contact 619-233-4692 or visit Gaslampmuseum.org Gaslamp Museum on Instagram

On June 6, our dance is part of the Sam Hinton Folk Festival in Templars Hall at Old Poway Park. We will be dancing from 1-4 p.m. Admission to the festival and the dance is free. Martha Wild is the caller and the band is Knucklehead (Tom Dillon, fiddle, Peter Sharpe, mandolin, and Given Harrison, guitar). San Diego Folk Heritage on Facebook / Instagram

Most of San Diego County will escape the heat wave coming to Southern California this week, but the desert areas will reach triple digits and the mountains could see thunderstorms.

We hear from the leaders of two local community organizations about how San Diego's Muslim community is processing last week's events — and where healing begins.

Join us for Shrub Club, a time to come together as a community of passionate volunteers and experience the beauty of nature while caring for habitats along the Escondido Creek watershed. We are partnering with I Love a Clean San Diego for this Creek to Bay cleanup! Activities include removing non-native plant species, restoring trails, clearing trash, and creating space for native plants and wildlife to thrive. It is a hands-on way to connect with the land and make a real environmental impact. For 35 years, the Escondido Creek Conservancy has protected over 3,500 acres of land, restored native habitats, and inspired thousands of students to become future environmental stewards, reflecting what’s possible when community, persistence, and purpose come together. Join us to make a difference. See you there! Escondido Creek Conservancy on Facebook / Instagram

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. We go around the world in search of smarter ways to cook eggs, starting with Velvety Turkish Scrambled Eggs with Yogurt. Then, we showcase eggs as a topping for soups and salads with recipes for Wok-Fried Eggs and Soy Sauce Eggs. Finally, we encounter a recipe for deconstructed fried rice in Hong Kong, Cantonese-Style Shrimp Omelet on Rice, that employs cornstarch to transform the texture of eggs.