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The Bonita Museum is collaborating with the Indigenous Sovereign Nations Employee Resource Group (ISN ERG) to commemorate the International Day of the World’s Indigenous People on August 9 with an extraordinary event that promises to be both educational and inspiring. This event will include cultural performances, storytelling, craft activities, food vendors, exhibitions and informational services and information. The event will be held in the parking lot of the Greg Cox Civic Complex with the Bonita-Sunnyside County Library and the Bonita Museum. This will represent a unique opportunity to showcase the diverse cultures of countries around the world, fostering a spirit of global unity and understanding. The Bonita Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Local LGBTQ+ groups talk about the challenges that queer and transgender immigrants, migrants and refugees face, in the wake of ongoing immigration raids across the country. Plus, drag queens are organizing a march to advocate for trans rights.

The Nikon Tour is hosting an exciting on-site activation at Comic-Con International at the San Diego Convention Center. The Nikon kiosk at Comic-Con International in San Diego will be an interactive experience where attendees can get hands on experience with the latest Nikon Z series cameras and NIKKOR Z lenses, learn from pro Nikon Creators and show off their best cosplay and photography skills. Nikon will also offer meet and greets and photo walks with Nikon professional Creators Kien Quan and Martin Wong throughout the week, covering a wide range of photography topics and styles for attendees to explore and engage with the products. San Diego Comic Con Meet and Greet and Photo Walk Schedule: Thursday, July 24, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.: Meet and Greet with Creator Kien Quan Thursday, July 24, 4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.: Photo Walk with Creator Kien Quan Friday, July 25, 10 a.m. - noon, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.: Meet and Greet with Creator Kien Quan Saturday, July 26, 10 a.m. - noon.: Meet and Greet with Creators Kien Quan and Martin Wong Saturday, July 26, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.: Meet and Greet with Creator Martin Wong Sunday, July 27, 10 a.m. - noon, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.: Meet and Greet with Creator Martin Wong Sunday, July 27, 3:15 p.m. - 4 p.m.: Photo Walk with Creator Martin Wong Visit: https://www.nikonusa.com/content/event-calendar Nikon USA on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for an evening of powerful art, vibrant storytelling, and community reflection. Celebrate the opening of "XICANA! San Diego," a landmark exhibition centering Chicana/x artists and activism, alongside Louis Verdad’s "TONÁNTZIN," a multimedia installation honoring the enduring strength of the divine feminine. Curated by Dulce Stein and organized by ESMoA in collaboration with The California Center for the Arts, Escondido. Presented by City Heights Community Development ESMoA on Facebook / Instagram The California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Facebook / Instagram

"A spark of seduction, a kiss of old toad, a journey down an untravelled road..." Conjure a realm of enchantment where words slip off page’s edge—spellcasting your fantasies to dance alive before your very eyes with this immersive theater show set in an illustrious bordello. Enter The Poetry Brothel. A glamorous cabaret featuring the most thought-provoking, thrill-arousing poets accompanied by burlesque dancers, variety acts, and a live jazz band. Plus, there are opportunities to choose your own adventure, have unique and mysterious encounters, and connect with dazzling artists along the way. The allure of these sultry specters creates a magic so enticing, our poets possess powers to undress your mind and plunge into your innermost desires—leaving you "Spellbound." The Experience: - Cocktail Hour with the Characters - Live Stage Show with Seductive Poetry & Vaudeville - Intimate Private Poetry Readings - Interactive Vendors: Intimacy Oracle, Body Painting, Typewriter Poetry, Mystics, Tarot Reading, Art - Live Jazz & Cabaret Inspired Music - Afterparty Tickets Will Sell Out Early Join San Diego’s sizzling debut show at Park & Rec, a venue reminiscent of the glamorous nightlife of Bourbon Street, nestled in University Heights for an unforgettable immersive literary cabaret show. The Poetry Brothel is a 17-year-running immersive literary cabaret with chapters across the country—including Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, and Boston—and even around the globe. A collective of artists and poets with a mission to uplift our communities. Part of proceeds will benefit nonprofit GLITS. Blending poetry and vaudeville, intimacy and immersion, cabaret and activism, The Poetry Brothel is a show like no other. Whether you're a poet yourself, a fan of the art, or a lover of theatre, immersive experiences, or club culture—this show has something to delight everyone. The “Madam” presents a rotating cast of poets “erupting into verse in public and luring guests into back rooms for private readings,” as described in The New Yorker. For Front VIP Table booking and questions, email sarina@poetrysocietyny.org The Poetry Brothel on Facebook / Instagram

Premieres Friday, Oct. 17, 2025 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2 / Stream with KPBS+. As they create paintings, beadwork, photographs, and films, four international artists reveal the complex ties between the communities and cultures they move between. Discover how art can foster unity amid a world that often feels divided.

Garden at Dusk Dinner: A Summer Celebration Join us on Friday, August 1, 2025 for an unforgettable evening under the stars at Olivewood Gardens. We're thrilled to welcome back Chefs Charlie Knowles and Manny da Luz and team of bica for our Garden at Dusk Dinner summer event—an intimate outdoor dining experience that blends seasonal, farm-to-table cuisine with community and purpose. Enjoy a thoughtfully crafted meal paired with wine from Oddish Wine. Reserve your seat and support a healthier, more connected community. All proceeds support Olivewood’s free and low-cost community programs centered on food education, environmental stewardship, and advocacy. Olivewood Gardens on Facebook / Instagram

A section of Interstate 5 in San Diego will be closed starting Friday night and through the weekend as part of the Asset Management Project, which Caltrans calls an effort to preserve existing infrastructure and improve safety.

Mark your calendars, cultural enthusiasts! On August 16, 2025, the House of Chamorros invites you to join us at Balboa Park for the Håfa Adai Festival, a vibrant celebration of Chamorro heritage and traditions. Hosted annually, the Håfa Adai Festival brings people together to honor and preserve the rich culture of the Chamorro community. This year’s event promises an unforgettable day filled with traditional dance performances, the soulful rhythms of live music, hands-on activities perfect for families and kids, and local vendors showcasing handmade crafts and goods. Savor the flavors of Guam with authentic Chamorro cuisine prepared by talented chefs and restaurants. Whether you’re part of the Chamorro community, a local family, or simply someone with a deep appreciation for culture and tradition, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Where: House of Chamorros, Balboa Park When: Saturday, August 16th, 2025 Come hungry, curious, and ready to celebrate! Stay tuned for more details as we get closer to the date. Save the date and share the joy! We can’t wait to see you there. House of Chamorros on Facebook / Instagram

Engage with local scientists as they discuss their latest research and discoveries in a friendly, inviting environment. These lectures address hot topics on the first Monday of every month, in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater. Stay for a special noon documentary showing. The Sharp Minds lecture is free with general admission or a Senior Monday ticket. Global warming provides steroids to a few of the regional and local impactful extremes such as heat waves, drought, wildfires, precipitation from atmospheric rivers, and coastal flooding/erosion events. Sasha will give a whirlwind tour of human caused global warming and its influence on a few choice iconic weather patterns that define our Southern California climate. Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram