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A pair of fires scorch parts of the county Monday leading to evacuations. Then, the same San Diego City Council that last year approved paid parking in Balboa Park says “nevermind.” And Public Matters reporter Jake Gotta previews today’s budget vote. Finally, a look at San Diego’s indigenous history through the lens of America’s semiquincentennial.

First, forecasters have announced that El Niño is here and the conditions its expected to bring later this year. Also, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria is now signing the upcoming fiscal year budget, but the funding source isn’t sustainable. Then, the Padres hosted a remote work event that we attended to check in on productivity levels. Next, the San Diego History Center is joining America’s 250th anniversary celebration. And, some weekend events to check out.

Come spend the day with KPBS Kids and special guest Carl from Carl the Collector at the All-Inclusive Day of Play! KPBS Kids is proud to partner with the All Inclusive Day of Play, hosted by the Special Needs Resource Foundation. This free, family-friendly event celebrates kids of all abilities with hands-on activities, games, crafts, and sensory-friendly experiences. Parents can connect with valuable resources and service providers while kids play, create, and explore. Be sure to stop by the KPBS Kids area for engaging hands-on activities and a special meet-and-greet with Carl* from the hit PBS Kids show Carl the Collector! Learn more and register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/all-inclusive-day-of-play-resource-fair-free-event-tickets-1984907941084 Enjoy enriching educational content for children on KPBS and KPBS Kids: KPBS 15.1, Cox 11, Spectrum 1221, KPBS Kids 15.4, Cox 809, Spectrum 1276 Learn more about KPBS Kids events in San Diego. For more information on PBS Kids programming, visit the PBS Kids site. And also check out the PBS Kids for Parents site for articles, activities, games, and more. *Access to the event’s meet-and-greet may be restricted based on attendance. Photo opportunity with the costume character is subject to availability and weather permitting. This project is made possible with funding from the Linden Root Dickinson Foundation.

The Grand Opening celebration will feature an afternoon of family-friendly activities, including open gym experiences, interactive games, giveaways, facility tours, demonstrations, and opportunities to meet the Gyminny Kids coaching team. Families will have the chance to explore the new facility, learn about available programs, and discover why Gyminny Kids has become one of San Diego County's trusted leaders in children's enrichment. The Grand Opening event is free and open to the public. Families will have opportunities to: - Tour the new Gyminny Kids TRC facility - Meet coaches and staff - Participate in open gym activities - Learn about classes, camps, and after-school programs - Enjoy family-friendly games and activities - Enter raffles and giveaways - Take advantage of special Grand Opening enrollment promotions Contact info@gyminnykidstrc.com to reserve your time slot! Gyminny Kids on Facebook / Instagram

El condado de San Diego planea un programa de subvenciones artísticas, el primero de su tipo, por valor de 2.75 millones de dólares para apoyar a artistas individuales, artistas binacionales y artistas negros.

We check in on the latest military stories from the KPBS newsroom. Then, we go to a San Diego Storytellers segment with the region's first poet laureate. And finally, how local bookstores are celebrating the annual San Diego Book Crawl.

Shelter to Soldier, a nonprofit organization that adopts dogs from local shelters and trains them to become service dogs for post 9/11 Veterans suffering from invisible wounds, will host their 14th Annual "Be the Light" Gala on August 14 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at The USS Midway Museum (910 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101). Hosted on the Flight Deck overlooking San Diego Bay, the evening will bring together community leaders, supporters, veterans, and service dog teams for a night of inspiration and impact. Guests will enjoy beer, wine, specialty cocktails and small bites, a three-course dinner, live musical entertainment, exclusive event gifts, and an exciting silent and live auction emceed by Clint Bell. Throughout the evening, attendees will hear firsthand stories from Veterans whose lives have been transformed through the companionship and support of Shelter to Soldier service dogs. As the organization’s largest fundraiser of the year, proceeds from the "Be the Light" Gala play a vital role in sustaining Shelter to Soldier’s programs year-round, including its psychiatric service dog training program for post-9/11 Veterans suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and other service-related challenges as well as survivors of Military Sexual Trauma (MST). Key sponsors include Mission Moment Sponsor C.W. Driver, Gold Sponsor Avion Law, National Anthem Sponsor Goodrich Family Foundation, Silver Sponsors UNITE Hair and TCW Global, and Bronze Sponsors Sycuan Casino Resort, Vulcan Materials Company, and Pegasus – among others. For more information about tickets, table reservations, and sponsorships, please visit bit.ly/STSGala14. ### About Shelter to Soldier: Shelter to Soldier is a nonprofit organization that adopts dogs from local shelters and trains them to become service dogs for post 9/11 veterans suffering from PTSD, TBI, Military Sexual Trauma, and/or other injuries associated with traumatic service experiences. The program also places emotional support animals (ESAs) with active-duty military, veterans, first responders, and Gold Star Families. The Shelter to Soldier Canine Ambassadors, a team of therapy dogs and their volunteer handlers, provide visits of love and comfort to local military, veterans, and their families through community engagement. For more information, please visit https://www.sheltertosoldier.org/. Shelter to Soldier on Facebook / Instagram

Don't toss it; fix it! Join the San Diego Fixit Clinic at the Park de La Cruz on Saturday, May 9, from 12 to 3 p.m. Fix your items for free, first come, first served. We’ll provide work-space, specialty tools, and guidance to help you disassemble and troubleshoot your item and it’s all free, though we welcome donations to keep the movement growing! Whether we fix it or not, you’ll learn more about how it was manufactured and how it worked while trusting it won’t end up in a landfill. Free to the public, register today: https://events.humanitix.com/sdfixitclinic Interested in volunteering with SD Fix-it? Click on this link to fill out an application: https://goo.gl/forms/hamhNwfU8rlEBbw33 San Diego FixIt Clinic on Facebook / Instagram

Don't toss it; fix it! Join the San Diego Fixit Clinic at the Golden Hill Community Clubhouse on Sunday, May 3, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fix your items for free, first come, first served. We’ll provide work-space, specialty tools, and guidance to help you disassemble and troubleshoot your item and it’s all free, though we welcome donations to keep the movement growing! Whether we fix it or not, you’ll learn more about how it was manufactured and how it worked while trusting it won’t end up in a landfill. Free to the public, register today: https://events.humanitix.com/sdfixitclinic Interested in volunteering with SD Fix-it? Click on this link to fill out an application: https://goo.gl/forms/hamhNwfU8rlEBbw33 San Diego FixIt Clinic on Facebook / Instagram

Experience beautiful handbell music and great vibes on June 14, 2026 at 4 p.m. (PDT). It's the perfect way to welcome spring with some harmony and community spirit. Don't miss out on this lively, in-person concert — bring your friends and enjoy the music! Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/san-diego-harmony-ringers-spring-concert-tickets-1988737328886