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Verbatim Books is bringing something new to North Park. Beginning this year, the North Park Community Fair will take place on the first Saturday of every month, transforming North Park Way from 29th Street to Ray Street into a rotating, community-centered street fair. Each month will feature a different theme designed to highlight the creativity, small businesses, and people that make North Park and San Diego so special. From creator and art fairs to community reading days, swap meets, and our much-loved Mini Book Fair and full North Park Book Fair, this ongoing series is about connection, collaboration, and celebrating the neighborhood we call home. We’re kicking things off with the return of one of last year’s most popular events: North Park Community Fair – Creator Fair Brought to you by Verbatim Books in collaboration with Visual Art Supply The Creator Fair is an all day celebration of local creativity, spotlighting artists, makers, small presses, zine creators, crafters, and independent creatives from across San Diego, with priority given to North Park–based creators. This year, we’re growing the fair with even more creators, making it bigger, more vibrant, and more representative of the diverse creative community around us. Verbatim Books on Facebook / Instagram

El SNAP ayuda a aproximadamente 1 de cada 8 estadounidenses a adquirir comestibles. Una interrupción en los beneficios del programa dejaría un gran vacío en la red de seguridad del país. Las familias vulnerables podrían ver también cómo el dinero federal se agota para otros programas.

The Center for World Music presents The Bardic Traditions of Turkmenistan at the La Jolla Community Center. Step into the ancient musical world of Turkmenistan with Mohammad Geldi Geldi Nejad, known by the honorific Oghlan Bakhshi, roughly translated as “prodigious child bard.” In this rare solo performance, he brings to life a centuries-old tradition of dutar (two-string lute) playing and bardic singing passed down through generations of nomadic storytellers. His strumming evokes the galloping rhythms of horses across the steppes, while his guttural vocal ornamentation conveys the full range of nomadic emotions—from love and longing to sorrow and heroic struggle. Oghlan Bakhshi vividly animates epic tales of romance, bravery, and resilience, offering audiences a rare glimpse into a musical heritage seldom heard outside Central Asia, where history, nature, and oral storytelling are inseparably intertwined. Following the performance, audience members will have the opportunity to engage with the artist in a Q&A session, gaining a deeper insight into Turkmen musical traditions and culture. More information at https://centerforworldmusic.org/event/bardic-traditions-of-turkmenistan-oghlan-bakhshi/

Homero Calderón's detention by ICE spotlights the massive backlog in the U.S. immigration system.

02. Paint-Focused Mixed Media (Ages 6–12) Sarah Ekedal Monday–Friday, 9–11:30 a.m. June 8–12 (5 days, 12.5 hours of instruction) La Jolla Studio $210/$230 +$20 materials fee paid to instructor We will work on a new project each day exploring oil pastels, watercolor, acrylics, collage, and mask-making. Learners will be directed based on technical and social-emotional skills—while also being given freedom to personalize each finished piece. Sarah Ekedal, Art Coordinator at Grant UTK–8 Elementary in Mission Hills, specializes in creating art projects that connect young artists with the broader community. While teaching art at Grant, Sarah coordinates numerous young art displays in the community, including the coordination of the production of 70 hand-painted banners for the annual Colors on Canvas Banners contest. She partnered with the New Children’s Museum to implement their Social Emotional Learning Through Art curriculum. Previously, Sarah was the art coordinator at Lindbergh-Schweitzer Elementary (now Clairemont Canyons Academy) and taught at Clay for Kids. Max students: 12 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Hemorrhoids, leg cramps, sciatica — oh my! Alongside the joy of pregnancy often comes a parade of physical discomfort. Alleviate and prevent common aches with these exercises.

When the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan five years ago, thousands of Afghans who helped U.S. troops were brought here to rebuild their lives. But now, some fear the U.S. may want to send them back.

First, we look over some data to determine both the personal cost and regional economic impact of Comic-Con. Then, a congressman says a detention center policy is getting in the way of his ability to conduct oversight visits. Also, we’ll tell you how a newly updated Air attack base helped to stop the wildfire in Ramona. Next, a preview of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art and the International Bicycle Film Festival. And, some weekend event ideas taking place across the county that you and yours could take part in.

Celebrate San Diego Civic Youth Ballet’s 80th Anniversary Season with the joy and spirit of “The Nutcracker.” Journey with Clara and her Nutcracker Prince through a daring battle with mischievous mice to a shimmering world of swirling snow and finally, to the enchanted Land of the Sweets, where sparkling confections, waltzing flowers, and the dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy bring the holiday season to life. A beloved tradition for audiences of all ages, directed by SDCYB Artistic Director Danika Pramik-Holdaway, and set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless musical score, this production runs from December 10 to 21, 2025 at the historic Casa del Prado Theater in Balboa Park. All tickets are $27, and can be purchased online at www.sdcyb.org, or over the phone at 619-259-0220. ADA seating is available and may be purchased over the phone or in the office only. 10% discount available for groups of 10+ per performance by entering code 10Plus at checkout. San Diego Civic Youth Ballet on Facebook / Instagram

First, El Cajon is suing over a state law that prohibits state and local law enforcement from assisting with federal immigration enforcement. Next, the La Mesa City Council is holding off on a vote on an e-bike ban. And, how a nonprofit is trying to preserve farm land in the county. Then, a documentary about the toll gang laws have taken on San Diegans. Plus, how county libraries are marking America’s 250th anniversary.