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The much anticipated Scoop San Diego Ice Cream Festival is set to return to North Park for the 5th consecutive year on Sunday, June 25 from Noon - 4 p.m. The one-day brain-freezing event will feature dozens of local ice cream, gelato, and paleta shops from across San Diego. All the proceeds from the event will be donated to the San Diego Food Bank. Attendees have the option between general admission passes and VIP passes. General admission includes 10 1oz samples and access to the event from Noon - 4 p.m. VIP tickets include early access starting at 11 a.m., a swag bag, access to the VIP Lounge to chat with the ice cream chefs, and 10 1oz samples. New this year! Scoop has expanded the VIP Ice Cream Lounge and a new pup station for the four-legged family members complete with a cooling-off station, a grassy area, water bowls, and treats for the doggos. Additionally, Circus Joy will wow the crowds with stilt walkers and various circus performers demonstrating thrilling acrobatics and interacting with festival goers. For more information and to purchase tickets visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-scoop-san-diego-ice-cream-festival-tickets-596022227527

A new year brings a flurry of new laws taking effect across California. We take a closer look at a few of them. Then, California is poised to add millions of electric cars to local roads in the next decade, but is there enough electricity to fuel them? In September, KPBS Environment Reporter Erik Anderson looked into whether the grid can handle the load. Next, after a 50 year absence, Vietnam’s first rock ‘n’ roll queen returns with a new album of her restored classics. Finally, we revisit a segment about a six-hour series from Rick Steves called “Art of Europe.”

The Puffer Malarkey Collective (Animae, Herb & Wood, Herb & Sea) is teaming up with friends from some of San Diego’s top restaurants to throw their first Dockside Night Market, taking guests on a culinary journey inspired by San Diego’s abundance of fresh seafood. The evening will showcase the best of the city’s food scene for an energetic summer night by the water. The $100 entry fee will benefit Feeding San Diego and include bites from each participating restaurant, allowing guests to enjoy cuisine from San Diego’s hottest restaurants all in one place using an array of fresh seafood straight from the fishing boats. In addition to bringing the buzzing vibes found at iconic night markets all over the world, the evening will also feature a cash bar with sips from sponsors Campari and Suntory and DJ Julz Dela Peña spinning live all night. Participating Chefs: Tara Monsod (Animae) Carlos Anthony (Herb & Wood) Marissa Williams (Herb & Sea) Cesarina Mezzoni (Cesarina) Carmine Lopez (Wolf in the Woods) Manny DeLuz & Charlie Knowles (Cops & Robbers) x Marcus Twilegar (Adobo House) Chelsea Coleman (Mabel’s Gone Fishing) Davin Waite (Wrench & Rodent) Danny & Dante Romero Robert Alcocer (Valle)

Shales, who spent almost 40 years with The Washington Post, was known for his informative and snarky commentary on a wide range of TV programs, networks and personalities.

An interactive, bilingual theatre experience created and performed by a company of Mexican and U.S. artists, using theatre, music, movement, and play to actively engage the audience in a compassionate, often joyous conversation about life at the U.S.–Mexico border. For more information visit: theoldglobe.org Follow on Instagram and Facebook

Tribute and silent auction for artist and Jazz great illustrator Katya Mezhova; raise funds for cancer treatments.

Renowned Spanish director, writer, and actress Icíar Bollaín will visit UC San Diego as part of the James K. Binder Lectureship series. She is the recipient of numerous film awards, including best film for "Flowers from Another World" (Flores de otro Mundo) at the Cannes Film Festival and "Take My Eyes" (Te doy mis ojos) at the Spanish Academy Awards.

An outbreak of Arctic air brought harsh weather of all kinds from blizzards to snow and sleet. Forecasters say the extreme cold will continue into the week in the Midwest and the South.

The Barrio Logan Vegan Food Popup is located at Mujeres Brew House San Diego’s first Latina-owned brewery. It’s a great place to gather with your favorite people to enjoy food drinks and entertainment. This eclectic indoor & outdoor venue features a large seating area. Enjoy an unbelievable selection of options including Pizza, Burgers, Donuts, Tacos, Ice Cream, Noodles, Corn Dogs, Curries, Hot Wings, Bao, Croissants, Tamales, Stuffed Waffles and so much more! In between bites shop local eco-friendly product and service businesses such as packaged foods apparel produce delivery jewelry home goods and dog treats. Vegan Food Popup is a free event that showcases the best plant-based food in SoCal, featuring a rotating lineup of diverse vendors from San Diego, Orange County and LA. Since launching in 2019, Vegan Food Popup has supported local food and craft vendors by creating an accessible venue for sharing their offerings with the community. More information visit: veganfoodpopup.com Follow on Instagram and Facebook

Come support comedy that got beat up in high school but ended up getting a great job. Humor + Intelligence = Fun Night Out Get ready to laugh till your cheeks hurt at Nerd Comedy Night in Carlsbad! Join us for an evening of hilarious stand-up comedy that celebrates all things nerdy and geeky. Our talented comedians will bring their A-game, delivering jokes and stories that are sure to resonate with anyone who loves science, technology, gaming, and more. Scientist Turned Comedian Tim Lee hosts the show at the Dea Hurston New Village Center on The White Family Next Stage. Every week, the top nerd comics in the state come to perform for you. It starts with stand-up comedy and finishes with the Nerd Olympics, a game show where audience members compete to answer questions only a nerd would know. So gather your friends and come join us for a night of side-splitting laughter and good times. Don’t miss out on this unique and unforgettable event! For more information visit: newvillagearts.org Follow on Instagram and Facebook