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Explore Balboa Park’s internationally recognized Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden with one of our docents. The spectacular garden features over 1,700 roses representing more than 130 varieties. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight its horticultural wonders on the first Saturday of each month. Led by park docents and horticultural experts, the 60-minute tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Suggested donation: $5. Forever Balboa Park on Facebook / Instagram

Tour Balboa Park’s iconic Botanical Building—completely restored to its original 1915 appearance, while upgraded for today’s accessibility and sustainability needs. Learn about its magnificent collection of over 1,000 plants, representing more than 180 species from subtropical and tropical environments around the world. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight its horticultural wonders on the first Saturday of each month. Led by park docents and horticultural experts, the 60-minute tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Suggested donation: $5. Forever Balboa Park on Facebook / Instagram

A new study finds that consumers who are paying a premium for foods advertised as made with avocado oil are probably not getting what they think they're buying.

Armed with the unique perspective of growing up in rural Idaho to become a favorite in the New York stand-up comedy scene, Ryan is one-of-a-kind. With two Netflix specials, "Happy Face" and his latest, "This Just Hit Me," plus numerous late-night television appearances, including as a regular guest on "The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon," he’s garnered a following of loyal fans. They’ve turned out for sold-out theaters and arenas across the country, including a headlining show at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. At the same time, he’s had the unique privilege of serving as a frequent opener for two of the largest touring comedy acts in the country, both Jerry Seinfeld and Nate Bargatze. Ryan is beloved by stand-up fans everywhere, and his future is bright. The New York Times said, “his new hour a breakthrough,” and praised his ability to tell “great observational jokes that display meticulous attention to language and a gift for making the familiar seem alien.” Tickets $30-72 (Face value $25 – 60). No fees if purchased in person at the CCAE Box Office. Ryan Hamilton: Website / Facebook / Instagram

According to state law, campus police can own military weapons to uphold safety as long as they report it to the public. However, not every college follows every part of the law, according to an investigation by CalMatters into all 148 public colleges and universities in California.

Join Michelle at New Village Arts for a Wednesday evening show in Carlsbad, CA. The venue is creates adventurous artistic experiences to awaken the human spirit. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Tickets available here: https://newvillagearts.org/event/michelle-lambert/ Bay Area breakout artist Michelle Lambert delivers a fun, high-energy show filled with edgy, heartfelt original music, infectious pop hooks, and unstoppable charisma. Fresh off a successful 40-date tour across the Western states last year, Michelle captivates audiences with soaring vocals, dynamic violin solos, and vibrant energy that radiates through the crowd. Her electrifying performances create an unforgettable live experience that will have you dancing, smiling, and celebrating all night long. Raised in Northern California and trained at the prestigious Berklee College of Music, Michelle Lambert has forged her own path as a fearless, independent pop artist. She has topped the charts of Indie Radio with her original songs and was featured in the San Francisco Giants’ City Connect Campaign as a notable Bay Area artist. Michelle cut her teeth performing and writing in the competitive music scenes of Nashville and Los Angeles before returning to the Bay Area to tour with her own thriving career. Known for her powerful vocals, masterful violin playing, and bold, colorful costumes, Michelle pairs striking visuals with raw emotional storytelling—embodying creativity, resilience, and the adventure of chasing your dreams. For more info on Michelle visit: https://www.michellelambert.com Michelle Lambert on Facebook / Instagram

Pay early homage to one of the most anticipated films of the year in signature San Diego style at the Comic Con limited time Spider-Man™ celebration at Nason’s Beer Hall featuring BERO, a premium non-alcoholic beer created by Tom Holland, alongside interactive pop culture moments, mementos and classic Gaslamp good times. "Spiderman" visits with photo ops: Friday, July 24 and Saturday, July 25 from Noon to 4 p.m. Visit: https://www.pendry.com/san-diego/dining/nasons-beer-hall/

Gordon Gidlund, President of the Round Table, will give an encore presentation of “Cotton and War Economics.” The story of cotton is intertwined with the Civil War as it is intertwined with slavery. Both sides factored cotton into their strategies, fiscal as well as military. Gordon will discuss many cotton-related matters that you may have never even known about. Further, please come prepared to have your conventional wisdom challenged. Visit: sandiegocwrt.org/

Port of Entry producer Julio makes his case to hosts Alan and Nat about why the World Cup is so special, recruiting both old and new friends to help him explain.

The elusive black-billed cuckoo is notoriously difficult to find — and it's the bird Ruth has spent years searching for. Over 24 hours in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park, a close-knit birding group is thrown into chaos when some members glimpse the rare bird and others don’t. Don’t miss this world premiere comedy from an award-winning playwright — known for his “intricate, delightful comic drama” (The New York Times) — at San Diego’s renowned theatre company. La Jolla Playhouse on Facebook / Instagram