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This year’s black-tie event inspired by the miracles, intricacies, wonder, and power of nature features a special gourmet dinner created by Chef Jeffrey Strauss of the Pamplemousee Grill and dancing to the music of the Mighty Untouchables. Live and Silent Auctions as well as rooftop after party round out the evening. Patrons of the Prado is committed to raising funds supporting arts, culture, science, history, and theatre in Balboa Park and for programs that provide educational access, through our Bucks4Buses Initiative, for San Diego County K-12 schoolchildren to our nine beneficiaries. Since 1997, Patrons of the Prado has raised over 6.2 million dollars for our beneficiaries. Visit: https://www.patronsoftheprado.org/ Patrons of the Prado on Instagram and Facebook

For centuries, we've known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how to make lifestyle choices that may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging. Visit: https://www.alz.org/sandiego

San Diego Black Arts & Culture District Music Festival Saturday, June 28, 2025 Gates Open: noon – 8 p.m. Martin Luther King Jr. Park 6401 Skyline Drive, San Diego, CA 92114 (Festival takes place on the 65th Street side of the park) Free and open to the public | Family-friendly | All ages welcome The San Diego Black Arts & Culture District Music Festival returns on Saturday, June 28, 2025, for a full day of live music, cultural exhibits, family activities, and community celebration. Held at Martin Luther King Jr. Park in the heart of Southeast San Diego, this free event honors the depth and diversity of Black artistic expression. Curated by Artistic Director Kamau Kenyatta and hosted by Dominic Malone, the festival features an exciting lineup of live performances. The music begins at noon with an opening set from Miki Vale, followed by performances starting at 1:45 p.m. in the following order: Miki Vale, C.C. Carter, Daneen Wilburn, Lenny “Fuzzy” Rankins, and Ben Williams. All-day activities include a STEAM Tent hosted by the Elementary Institute of Science, an African Artifacts Exhibit presented by San Diego Mesa College, and a sneak peek at “We Stand on Their Shoulders,” an augmented reality exhibit presented by the San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art. A wide range of food and non-food vendors will also be available throughout the day. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy a full day of music, culture, and community connection. This event is a celebration of Black creativity, heritage, and unity. The San Diego Black Arts & Culture District Music Festival is made possible through the generous support of the County of San Diego, the City of San Diego, the San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art, and the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America. We invite you to be a part of this vibrant and meaningful celebration. General Policies and Safety Information are available on our website. San Diego Black Arts & Culture District on Instagram

A brain surgeon explains how children’s brains work and how screen time might have an impact on how young brains develop.

Fallbrook Gourd Farm honors the culturally significant fruit

The cuts are part of an effort by President Donald Trump's administration to make the government more efficient, but local opponents say it will be disastrous for San Diego County's $57 billion life sciences sector.

Doctor Who’s iconic inventions like the TARDIS and sonic screwdriver aren't just science fiction, but potential glimpses into future technological possibilities. A panel of scientists and engineers will dive into amazing gadgets including psychic paper, universal translators, and perception filters, and their connection to real-world science. We’ll investigate how the show’s imaginative tech relates to current scientific research and explore how science fiction can inspire real innovation. This engaging, entertaining, and educational series of fan panels will appeal to Whovians, armchair scientists, and generally curious minds. Bridging science and storytelling, this series explores the real-world science in “Sci-Fi,” engaging the world of Doctor Who. Visit: www.comic-con.org/museum/event/into-the-whoniverse-panel-series-3/ Comic-Con Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for Family STEAM Day in Imperial Beach, a vibrant community event celebrating science, technology, engineering, art, and math with an environmental focus! Hosted by Ocean Connectors and San Diego Coastkeeper, this free, family-friendly event brings together local organizations offering interactive activities and engaging experiences for all ages. Discover the wonders of our local ecosystems during guided watershed and birdwatching walks at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., and explore how STEAM connects with sustainability through hands-on learning and creative fun. Highlights include: Interactive STEAM booths hosted by local environmental and education organizations Guided watershed walks with birdwatching at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Pot decorating with a chance to plant native milkweed seeds and bring them home Nature-inspired activity for artists of all ages! Discounts at Trident Coffee for event attendees 10% of food and drink sales at Novo Brazil Brewing donated to a local environmental cause An opportunity drawing with exciting prizes And more Earth Day-themed family fun to be announced! Come connect with your community, explore the outdoors, and get inspired by science and sustainability! Visit: https://oceanconnectors.org/event/family-steam-day-3/ Ocean Connectors on Instagram and Facebook

EPA announced plans to reorganize the agency, moving science-focused staff into different roles and reducing the overall number of employees.

Heads of state, mayors, scientists and policymakers have gathered in France to tackle what is being described as a global emergency facing the world's seas.