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Environmental groups want Board of Environmental Safety member Rhys Williams to resign over ties to a lobbying firm — the latest Newsom aide to land a plum state board seat. Legal experts say his appointment isn’t illegal — but one ethics scholar says it raises a much bigger question about public trust.

The Fair is focused on providing a fun and affordable experience this year, and that includes deals for games, new food items, and families on Fridays. Here are the Friday deals: Game On Fridays: Every Friday, games in the Fun Zone and Kids Zone are only four credits each from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Foodie Fridays: Fairgoers can also expect the return of Foodie Fridays, featuring 50% off the Fair-tastic Food Competition finalist items from 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. on Fridays. Kids Days: Children ages 12 and younger receive free admission every Friday during the Fair. Children 5 and younger are admitted free every day. LEGOLAND© California promotion: This year for Kids’ Days at the Fair, LEGOLAND© California in Carlsbad is also offering 2-for-1 coupons (while supplies last), which provides guests with a free ticket to the family theme park with the purchase of a ticket at full gate price. The tickets are valid beginning July 6. Guests can also save on parking and admission by buying in advance online at sdfair.com. Free parking is also available at Torrey Pines High School, and a combination transit and Fair ticket, called the Fair Tripper, is also available on MTS and NCTD vending machines. The full list of value deals can be found at sdfair.com/deals.

The Latinx New Play Festival expands the presence of Latinx stories on the American stage, and spotlights the broad range of today’s Latinx experience. Four scripts were selected to be rehearsed and developed at the Playhouse, culminating in a live public reading at the festival. The festival is free for everyone to attend, and will include a schedule of in-person readings of new works, panel discussions and other events. This year’s festival programming includes Our Lady of the San Diego Convention Center by Mario Vega, Tempt Me by Andrew Rincón, Ama. Egg. Oyá. by Lori Felipe-Barkin and NOVIOS by Arturo Luíz Soria. Co-produced by TuYo Theatre and La Jolla Playhouse, the Latinx New Play Festival was originally launched in 2017 by San Diego Repertory Theatre, led and curated by TuYo Co-Artistic Director Dr. Maria Patrice Amon. La Jolla Playhouse is delighted to continue to provide this vibrant, important arts event a new home in San Diego since 2023. La Jolla Playhouse on Facebook / Instagram

Relax over a steaming cup of coffee, and bring your artwork to share with your fellow Artist Alliance members! Each month one artist will have the opportunity to give a longer presentation, and practice sharing their work and ideas in front of a supportive group setting. June's presenter is Christina Rosenthal! *To be selected as a future presenter, please submit your name and website to cathy@artstudiosandiego.com. Seeking presenter for July. Ticket Prices: Artist Alliance Member: Free Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Immerse yourself in the history, architecture, and coastal glamour of La Jolla—California’s very own French Riviera, lovingly nicknamed the Jewel City. This GPS‑guided walking tour, created and narrated by a La Jolla local, brings the village to life with stories, secrets, and colorful characters most visitors never hear about. On this sun‑kissed coastal loop, you’ll soak up the charm, allure, and romance of one of the most beautiful seaside communities in the world. The hour‑long adventure begins and ends in front of Eddie V’s Prime Seafood, then winds through La Jolla’s downtown village, where you’ll hear fun, surprising tales from its early days and see the highlights that make this place unforgettable. You’ll discover San Diego’s most scenic wedding spot, learn where the very first margarita was poured in the U.S., and stroll the breathtaking coastline while hearing about the sea lions and seals who’ve made La Jolla their favorite hangout. Along the way, you’ll also: - Wander through Ellen Browning Scripps Park and learn how this powerhouse journalist and philanthropist shaped the town - Admire historic buildings designed by famed architect Irving Gill - Step onto a tucked‑away observation deck with sweeping ocean views most people walk right past - Pass the iconic La Valencia Hotel, once a hideaway for Hollywood legends like Gregory Peck and Dorothy Maguire - Hear how La Jolla inspired Theodor Seuss Geisel—yes, that Dr. Seuss - Find out how to explore the quirky, beloved Sunny Jim’s Cave Join the hundreds of happy TourFreely explorers and let a local guide you through La Jolla’s beauty, history, and irresistible coastal charm. It’s the perfect blend of storytelling, scenery, and serendipity—right in your earbuds. Note: TourFreely.com on demand (self-guided) tours are available 24/7, seven days a week. Just purchase ($14.99), download and go! You will have the tour for life! No clocks. No schedules. Just you or you and your crew! TourFreely on Facebook / Instagram

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10 a.m.–4 p.m. » Meet Francophone Authors Connect with authors, discover new works, and dive into the world of French-language literature. Free and open to all! RSVP to help us prepare for the event and to receive reminders. Join the Alliance Française of San Diego (AFSD) and the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library from October 2 to 4, 2025, for the inaugural San Diego French Literature and Arts Festival—a vibrant three-day celebration of Francophone literature, film, and the arts. Organized by the Alliance Française San Diego in collaboration with esteemed partners including Gallimard, Villa Albertine, and the Athenaeum, this cultural event promises inspiration and discovery. Open to all, the festival brings together Francophone authors, educators, artists, and students for a rich, immersive experience across San Diego. We are proud to welcome acclaimed author Éric Fottorino as our Literary Guest of Honor, and Ann Craig as our Honorary Patron alongside a distinguished lineup of local and international voices. Éric Fottorino is an acclaimed French journalist, novelist, and co-founder of some of France’s most innovative literary publications. A former reporter, editor-in-chief, and publisher at Le Monde, he is the author of over forty books, including sixteen novels published by Gallimard. His work has earned him numerous literary awards, including the Prix Femina and the France Télévisions Prize. Passionate about cycling, storytelling, and the power of the written word, Fottorino brings a singular voice to contemporary French literature. He is also the co-creator of Le 1, America, Zadig, and Légende—print magazines that champion in-depth journalism and creative expression. We are honored to welcome Éric Fottorino as the Guest of Honor of the San Diego French Literature and Arts Festival. His presence celebrates the enduring connections between journalism, literature, and the arts, and offers our community a unique opportunity to engage with one of France’s most respected literary figures. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for a full on holiday pop up that's far from bright and merry. Get ready to dive into your nostalgic side for the holiday season at Emo XMAS, where we trade in the jingle bells for sad songs and singalongs. Update your MySpace photo and change your AOL away message, we're throwing it back to a time when all that mattered was when Fall Out Boy was playing or if Taking Back Sunday would be playing Warped Tour. THIS IS A LIMITED TIME - MONTH LONG POP UP with a special emo/pop punk throwback holiday twist. Follow @EmoChristmas on IG for sneak peaks & reminders!

En lo estrictamente deportivo, el Mundial 2026 tiene los ingredientes suficientes para cautivar de principio a fin durante seis semanas de acción en Estados Unidos, México y Canadá.

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: New visual art from Brandon Eugene Secrest and Leslye Villaseñor; visual artist Hugo Crosthwaite's chamber music collaboration; the San Diego Asian Film Festival; printmaking in Oceanside; "El Alebrije" and more.