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Comic-Con International and San Diego Public Library have teamed up for the Comic Conference for Educators and Librarians (CCEL). This FREE five-day conference will take place at the San Diego Central Library during Comic-Con® from July 24-28, and will explore the role comics play in promoting education and literacy for all ages. Those in the library and education fields are invited to learn creative and exciting ways to incorporate comics and other popular arts into their work. Through presentations and panel discussions, the Conference hopes to engage the community and promote comics as a medium for learning. Seating is not guaranteed and is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is for interest only and does not guarantee a seat. Join us on Wednesday for Teaching and Learning with Comics: An Interactive Workshop This is a hands-on workshop for anyone looking to use comics in a classroom. Peter Carlson (Green Dot Public Schools), Susan Kirtley (Portland State University), and Antero Garcia (Stanford University) guide educators in curating powerful classroom curricula, from mini-lessons to complete units, that incorporate the medium of comics. Participants engage in activities that model how to develop superhero readers and writers in K–12 classrooms. Comic-Con badge-holders with valid single same-day or four-day badges are welcome to attend and are not required to register. In addition to CCEL, San Diego Public Library hosts themed San Diego Comic-Con programming leading up to and through the days of the conference. Please visit our website for more information. Full Schedule: Wednesday, July 24 from 4 - 6 p.m. Thursday, July 25 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday, July 26 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday, July 27 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday, July 28 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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New Member Tours are given by the librarian on the third Saturday of every month at 11 a.m. Members and nonmembers alike are welcome to attend. The librarian will give a tour of the library's space, collections, and a brief history. This is a free event. Reservations are not necessary. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events Athenaeum Music & Arts on Instagram and Facebook

European Union leaders have approved a major spending package on defense, where Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy — a non-EU leader invited to the summit — received a warm welcome.

Monsters, Inc. @Wegeforth Elementary Joint Use In order to power the city, monsters have to scare children so that they scream. However, the children are toxic to the monsters, and after a child gets through, two monsters realize things may not be what they think. Movie Rating G Bring a picnic and your favorite movie snacks! Concessions are not available at this location. Chairs and blankets are encouraged. Pre-Movie Activities Pre-show activities include arts & crafts and inflatable jumper. Park Policy This is a smoke- and alcohol-free park. Pet Policy All dogs must be on leash. Parking Info There is ample parking on site, as well as street parking. visit: https://www.summermoviesinthepark.com/moviecalendar/monsters-inc-wegeforth-elementary-joint-use/ Summer Movies in the Park - San Diego on Facebook

Terry Crews went to college on an art scholarship, played football in the NFL and now stars in movies and hosts America's Got Talent. The key, he says, is to be really good at failure.

The more students turn to chatbots, the fewer chances they have to develop real-life relationships that can lead to jobs and later success.

A PEANUTS HOLIDAY CELEBRATION AT SEAPORT VILLAGE Join us Friday, November 22 for a magical evening celebrating two beloved Peanuts classics with special guest Larry Leichliter, Emmy Award-winning Peanuts director and artist! EVENT SCHEDULE: CLASSIC SCREENINGS | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Cozy up for a double feature of cherished holiday favorites: "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" (1973) "A Charlie Brown Christmas" (1965) MEET THE DIRECTOR: Meet Emmy Award-winning director Larry Leichliter at the Chuck Jones Gallery! With over four decades of animation experience, Larry has brought countless beloved characters to life, from Charlie Brown to SpongeBob SquarePants and Adventure Time. Larry Leichliter's impressive career includes: Director of 40+ Peanuts specials and TV shows Emmy Award winner for "Over the Garden Wall" BAFTA Award recipient Director of beloved series including Adventure Time, Hey Arnold!, and SpongeBob SquarePants DID YOU KNOW? "A Charlie Brown Christmas" revolutionized holiday programming in 1965 with its innovative jazz score by Vince Guaraldi and authentic use of child voice actors. Meanwhile, "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" made history as the first Peanuts special to feature a completely original script! Location: Chuck Jones Gallery at Seaport Village Free admission, family-friendly event Limited seating available - arrive early!

La congestión vial es un problema enorme en Tijuana y San Diego. Si conduces durante el día, seguramente te tocará estar en algún embotellamiento de tráfico. Entonces, ¿deberíamos construir más carreteras para aliviar la congestión del tráfico? En este episodio, quisimos explorar qué es lo que impide a los Tijuanenses obtener una mejor calidad de vida. La respuesta nos sorprendió. Conversamos con los arquitectos y urbanistas René Peralta y Sharlinee Ceniceros Toscano, y Andrew Bowen de KPBS, para escuchar su opinión sobre qué impide que los tijuanenses tengan una mejor calidad de vida. ¡Nos vemos pronto! Arte de portada por René Peralta Echa un vistazo al podcast de Andrew, “Freeway Exit”, aquí. Redes sociales y contacto De KPBS, Port of Entry cuenta historias que cruzan fronteras. Para escuchar más historias visita www.portofentrypod.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/portofentrypodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/portofentrypod Puedes apoyar nuestro podcast en www.kpbs.org/donate, escribe en la sección de regalos (gift section) “Port of Entry” y como agradecimiento podrás recibir un regalo. Si tu empresa u organización sin fines de lucro desea patrocinar nuestro podcast, envía un correo a corporatesupport@kpbs.org Nos encantaría recibir tu retroalimentación, envíanos un mensaje al 619-500-3197 o un correo a podcasts@kpbs.org con tus comentarios y/o preguntas sobre nuestro podcast. Créditos Hosts: Alan Lilienthal and Natalie González Escritor/Productor: Julio C. Ortiz Franco Productor Técnico/Diseñador Sonoro: Adrian Villalobos Editora: Elma Gonzalez Lima Brandao Episodios traducidos por: Natalie González and Julio C. Ortíz Franco Directora de Programación de Audio y Operaciones: Lisa Morrisette-Zapp This program is made possible, in part, by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people