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Don’t miss the free Downtown Chula Vista Block Party on Friday, July 8, from 4 to 9 p.m. on historic Third Avenue between E Street and Park Way. This kick-off to summer event will feature a low rider car show, multiple vendors, live music, entertainment, children’s fun zone, and more. A highlight of the event will be recognition of Chula Vista Champions for their diverse contributions to the community at 5 p.m. on the Main Stage near E Street. The City will recognize more than 3,000 individuals/groups for their efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as other community, scholastic and athletic achievements. In addition to the above activities, at 6:40 p.m., there will be a San Diego Padres Watch Party on a giant screen located on the corner of Third Avenue and Davidson Street. The Padres vs Giants game also will be aired in many Third Avenue businesses. Several food and snack trucks will be on hand for food purchases or visit one of the many restaurants or breweries along Third Avenue. The Sesame Place Children’s Fun Zone will have activities for the little ones and a Prize Patrol will be giving random lucky winners two free tickets to Sesame Place. You better know your Sesame Street trivia to win! City of Chula Vista on Facebook + Instagram

The announcement came a day after Smith shared his frustrations with Ticketmaster, saying he was "sickened" by the company's fees. Fans who bought Cure tickets will get a $5-$10 refund.

Gelson’s is hosting a virtual ice cream tasting event featuring delicious flavors from Rori’s Artisanal Creamery and Kula Desserts on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 6 p.m. Taste the mouthwatering treats with guidance from Rori Trovato, founder of Rori’s, and Libby Lefanowicz, founder of Kula. In order to attend the virtual event, customers must RSVP by purchasing an Ice Cream Party Pack for $29.99, typically a $50.00 value. Attendees can expect to relish in the flavors in the Ice Cream Party Pack which include Kula’s Lava Cake & Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Pints and Rori’s Salted Caramel & Vanilla Bean Pints. Attendees must pre-pay for the Party Pack and RSVP for the event here! Pick-up for the ice cream is available on July 20 and July 21 at Gelson’s Pacific Beach, Carlsbad, and Del Mar locations. Socials: Rori's Artisanal Creamery: Facebook | Instagram Kula: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Do you have the cutest puppy? How about the most beautiful or handsome dog? Maybe your dog looks like you. If so join us for the 26th annual "Not Just for Ugly Dogs" contest! Date | Saturday, April 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location | Hilton San Diego – Del Mar Register here! Adult admission: $10 Senior (ages 65+) admission: $7 Military admission: $5 Child admission: $8 Dog entry (single category): $10 Dog entry (three categories): $25 For merch purchase and sponsorship oportunities, please click here. For more information, please visit eventbrite.com/e/26th-annual-not-just-for-ugly-dogs-contest.

Outside groups have spent nearly $1 billion to boost Republican Senate candidates. Almost 90%, in fact, of pro-GOP TV ads are paid for by outside groups, compared to 55% for Democrats.

Many high school seniors are in the thick of college application season. It's a stressful time that writer Kelly Corrigan calls a "dumpster fire." To change that she argues parents have to help less.

Come watch Apollon Musagete Quartet with Garrick Ohlsson perform J.S. Bach, Schubert & Shostakovich at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center on Oct 8, at 7:30 P.M. Follow them on social media! Facebook + Spotify

Set in turn-of-the-century New York City, "Newsies" is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy, and leader of a band of teenaged "newsies." When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys' expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what's right! Based on the 1992 motion picture and inspired by a true story, "Newsies" features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken ("Little Shop of Horrors," "Sister Act") and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein ("Kinky Boots"). Featuring the now classic songs “Carrying the Banner,” “Seize the Day,” and “Santa Fe,” "Newsies" is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience. Tickets: $17- $19, can be purchased online until April 3, 2022, after which they can be purchased at the CCAE theater box office. Location: California Center for the Arts: Escondido Showtimes: Thursday, April 7 @ 7 p.m. Friday, April 8 @ 4 & 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 9 @ 2 & 7 p.m. Sunday, April 10 @ 2 p.m.

*located across from the main campus at the Extended Learning Building This lab based at the University of Buffalo brings an art and science duo to campus. This program includes a talk about the dynamic history and future of art fused with science with bio-artist Paul Vanouse and scientist Solon Morse. A hands-on workshop will give students the opportunity to create art with biology and experimental imaging methods. Vanouse has been working in emerging media forms since 1990 and is the recipient of prestigious international awards. Co-helming the Coalesce Center for Biological Art and collaborating on several art science projects, Morse guides artists through genomics and analysis. The duo will share insights with the CSUSM community on fostering art and science in shared laboratory and creative spaces. Co-sponsor: Innovation Hub Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

Ukraine's culture minister said his country's allies could stop Russia from weaponizing its culture by temporarily boycotting Russian artists, including The Nutcracker composer Tchaikovsky.