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Calling all lovers of dad jokes: San Diego's ONLY pun competition is back with a special Father's Day Edition on the FCI Main Stage! Watch, laugh, groan, or JOIN word nerds from across the city in a battle to see who's the punniest of them all—and win prizes! Pundemonium! is a three-part event based on the format used by pun contests in cities nationwide. Curious about competing? Here are the three ways you can do that! 1. Give a two-minute speech riddled with puns on a topic of your choice in "Battle of the PUNdits." No need to sign up in advance, but we always appreciate a heads-up that you're participating to sarah.flocken@gmail.com. Check out this video for examples of pun speeches from world champions. 2. Write down as many puns as you can think of on a given topic in two minutes during "Punslingers." You can do this in teams and you can sign up for it at the show. 3. Go head-to-head with opponents in a tournament-style pun-off in "The Punger Games." It's like the nerdiest rap battle you've ever seen. Skip ahead in this video a bit to see examples of how a truly epic pun-off goes. Pundemonium is hosted by Sarah Flocken, two-time champion of Beltway Pundits in Washington, D.C., panel judge at the 2021 O. Henry Pun-Off World Championships and lover of the card game Punderdome. She's great company on long road trips. Pay What You Can! Reserve your tickets now! If you wish to donate to FCI's Save Our Stage fund, you'll have the opportunity at checkout.

For decades, the politics around abortion were pretty well set. Then came the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision. It was a political earthquake, and in many ways the ground is still shaking.

It is too soon to know whether current events will be nearly as momentous as those of 1973 — for the region, for the U.S. or for the world at large. But it is also possible they could be more so.

Second Chance, a San Diego nonprofit dedicated to helping people facing the barriers of justice involvement become empowered members of society is holding its 30th Anniversary Celebration fundraiser themed “Where Success Takes Flight,” on Thursday, April 27, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The San Diego Air & Space Museum in Balboa Park. Honorary Chairs Joan and Irwin Jacobs invite you to join them for a special evening raising funds for Second Chance programs that disrupt the cycles of incarceration and poverty. Guests will enjoy delectable food, beverages, music, a live and silent auction, and an opportunity to meet current and past Second Chance participants and learn more about their stories and success. The Honorable Judge Desiree Bruce-Lyle will be recognized for her 22 years of service with the collaborative courts, and her work with Second Chance. Each year, more than nine million people cycle through local jails and more than 700,000 are released from state and federal prison. Second Chance’s reentry programs are designed to assist incarcerated individuals with a successful transition to their community. Sponsorships and underwriting opportunities are available. For more information, about sponsorships and to purchase tickets, please visit here. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Twitter

Exhibition: Oct. 4, 2023 - Aug. 21, 2024 Immerse yourself in the world of "POPnology," Comic-Con Museum’s latest interactive exhibit that demonstrates the connection between pop culture and real-world technology! Engage with your favorite science fiction technology such as driverless cars, robots, drones, and more to learn how fantasy becomes reality and explore which science fiction of today will become reality tomorrow. "POPnology" not only chronicles humans’ progression from science fiction to science fact but also illuminates emerging technologies that are just now showing up on the cultural radar. Highlights of the exhibit include: How We Play – The future of toys and games. Is virtual the new reality? Experience Oculus Rift and virtual projection games for a 3D sensory experience made exclusively for "POPnology." How We Connect – The revolution in communication technology, with concept drawings from the visual futurists who created the looks for "Blade Runner," and an authentic replica of the communication device used by E.T. to “phone home.” How We Live and Work – Inventions and ideas that shape daily life, including interacting with robots. How We Move – The future of transportation on Earth and beyond, featuring a full-sized replica of the "Back to the Future" DMC DeLorean and the world’s first 3D-printed car. Museum Hours: Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Confirm before you go Comic-Con Museum on Facebook / Instagram

The Israeli military said it has largely regained control of areas in the south that had been attacked by militants from Hamas. The announcement came on the fourth day of war with Hamas.

WNDR Museum comes alive at night with WNDR After Dark, an after-hours celebration featuring everything you love about WNDR Museum and more! Attendees will enjoy a night of tats and tunes, with a tattoo flash sale by HillCrest ArtLofts and music by a vinyl DJ as you explore the fully immersive art experiences and 20+ exhibits designed by artists, collectives, and studios locally and globally. This unforgettable interactive art experience is open to all ages, with cocktails available for purchase for 21+. Entrance times are available every 15 minutes. WNDR Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Come cheer on the San Diego Padres in their three-day, three-game showdown against the Los Angeles Dodgers! Game Schedule: Game One | Friday, May 5 2023 @6:40 p.m. Party in the Park: City Connect - Each Friday home game, players rep' the fan-favorite City Connect uniform. Swap out your brown and gold for pink and mint and get ready to kick off the weekend at our City Connect party! Enjoy drink specials starting at $5 and live music beginning at gates open until first pitch. Game Two | Saturday, May 6 2023 @5:40 p.m. Nurse Appreciation Weekend - Celebrate Nurse Appreciation Weekend with a limited-edition retractable badge reel! Tickets MUST be purchased through Padres.com/ThemeGames to receive the related item, available only while supplies last. Presented by UC San Diego Health Game Three | Sunday, May 7 20234 @4:08 p.m. Nurse Appreciation Weekend - Celebrate Nurse Appreciation Weekend with a limited-edition retractable badge reel! Tickets MUST be purchased through Padres.com/ThemeGames to receive the related item, available only while supplies last. Presented by UC San Diego Health Military Salute to Military Athletes - Every Sunday, the Padres will recognize and honor the men and women who serve our country. Active duty service members, Veterans and their families receive 25% off tickets on Sundays and 10% off all season long, available online through verification by GovX. Presented by USAA Padres & Pets Calendar Giveaway - The first 40,000 fans in attendance will receive one calendar, presented by Petco, featuring their favorite Padres players along with their beloved pets! Presented by Petco After the game, the fun keeps going! Kids ages 14 and under can run the bases. Families are encouraged to arrive when gates open for KidsFest, presented by SDG&E, to enjoy bounce houses and other inflatables, games, face painters, balloon artists and other kid-friendly activities in Gallagher Square.

Some state and local governments have started tapping in to opioid settlement funds for law enforcement expenses. Many argue it should go toward treating addiction instead.

Former President Donald Trump endorsed Hageman after Cheney broke with fellow Republicans to impeach Trump and criticize his handling of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.