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With President Trump in attendance, an all-superstar lineup that included Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber and Burna Boy felt a little more political than it might have otherwise.

SD Card Club Mega Card Show – Santee, San Diego (Free Entry, All Ages) Join us for one of the largest trading card shows in San Diego—the SD Card Club Mega Card Show, happening at BNS Brewing & Distilling Co. on April 17 from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. This free, all-ages card show is perfect for collectors, hobbyists, families, and anyone into Pokémon, sports cards, One Piece TCG, and collectibles. San Diego Trading Card Show – What to Expect With 40+ vendors, this is one of the top card collecting events in Southern California. You’ll find: Pokémon cards, sports cards, and One Piece TCG Rare singles, sealed packs, and graded slabs Vintage collectibles and modern hits Exclusive items you won’t find online Whether you’re a beginner or a serious collector, there’s something here for you. Buy, Sell, Trade Cards in Person This isn’t just a card show—it’s a live trading experience. Buy directly from vendors Trade with other collectors Sell your cards on the spot Negotiate deals and find hidden gems If you’ve been searching for “card trading near me” or “Pokémon trade events in San Diego”, this is it. Cards, Craft Beer & Community Hosted at a local brewery, this event brings together cards + culture. Enjoy: Craft beer and drinks Great food options A social, high-energy atmosphere It’s the perfect mix of card show + hangout + networking event. Giveaways & Prizes We’re keeping the energy high all night with: Free giveaways Card packs and collectibles Exclusive prizes Just showing up gives you a chance to win. Location – Santee, CA (San Diego) BNS Brewing & Distilling Co. at 10960 Wheatlands Ave, Suite 101, Santee, CA 92071 Easy access for anyone in San Diego, East County, and surrounding areas. Why Attend? One of the best trading card events in San Diego 40+ vendors and growing community Free entry + all ages welcome Buy, sell, trade, and connect in one place Visit us at cardsandcollectors.com to see upcoming events, buy/sell sections, and insider deals. Follow @cardsandcollectors on Instagram for sneak peeks and updates.

New reporting finds the abduction of journalist Austin Tice was planned by the Syrian government for weeks.

Where Native Plants Thrive, We Thrive When native plants flourish, they create gardens full of life where everything is connected. Songbirds return, butterflies flutter by, and the landscape feels alive in a way that ordinary gardens do not. The 2026 San Diego Native Garden Tour invites visitors to explore this living connection across private gardens throughout the San Diego City region south of I-8 and west of SR-125 — all within San Diego’s coastal zone. This self-guided, two-day tour features gardens in southern San Diego on Saturday and in northern San Diego on Sunday, highlighting how native plants bring beauty, biodiversity, and resilience to urban landscapes. Visitors will see a variety of gardens — from small urban retreats to expansive landscapes — each with at least 60 percent native plants. Many feature plant signage linked to Calscape, the California Native Plant Society’s online database for California native plants, connecting guests with detailed plant information and design ideas through the tour booklet and website. Behind the scenes, a vibrant community of garden owners, artists, designers, volunteers, sponsors, and partners brings the tour to life, sharing creativity, expertise, and passion for native plants. For the first time, select gardens will offer Garden Tour T-shirts — beautiful, wearable art designed to share the tour’s spirit beyond the weekend. Tickets are now on sale, with EARLY-BIRDPRICING THROUGH THE END OF JANUARY. Artist applications are open through January 31, 2026, and sponsor applications are open through February 21, 2026. Proceeds support CNPS San Diego’s outreach and restoration programs, including the Bird Park Teaching Garden in Balboa Park. The California Native Plant Society - San Diego Chapter on Facebook / Instagram

In a legal win for California, a federal judge rejected President Trump’s efforts to funnel money away from permanent homeless housing.

Ekphrastic poets find their inspiration in the visual. Their poems imagine, describe, or expand upon the “story” of an image or work of art. Every ekphrastic poem is its own work of art, separate but related to the visual inspiration. In this workshop, you will learn about well-known and not-so-well-known ekphrastic poems, and you will learn a methodology so that you can confidently approach this exciting cross-genre space. You will work in the Inspirations Gallery and create one or more unique poems. You will have the option to share your work aloud, as well as past poems, in a book in the gallery. Sharing is NOT required but an option for anyone who’d like to do it. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

For this edition of Wellness Wednesday, we hear from the founder of Seoul Glow Lab, a local K-Beauty store, and an esthetician about how they are building community and education around skincare.

Make a difference at the Creek to Bay Cleanup on April 25, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. in Mission Beach by Belmont Park. Help keep our coastline clean—spots are limited, so sign up early! Volunteers are eligible to receive Belmont Park ride tickets as a thank-you, as well as other treats! Visit: https://www.cleansd.org/environmental-action/countywide-cleanups/creek-to-bay/ I Love a Clean San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

We outline San Diego's connections to the war in Iran. Plus, how Christian "end times" theology could be influencing the Iran war.