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Join San Diego Coastkeeper on October 26 at the beautiful Bali Hai Restaurant as we raise a glass to celebrate clean water. San Diego Coastkeeper is a 27-year old local environmental nonprofit that works to protect and restore San Diego County’s rivers, streams, beaches, bays, and ocean. Enjoy a night of mixing and mingling with environmental advocates, community leaders, elected officials, and Coastkeeper supporters. Drink in the sunset overlooking San Diego Bay with a classic Mai Tai cocktail in hand. Get your tickets today! Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

Band leader and beloved piano player for many years in San Diego, Sue is known as the Queen of Boogie Woogie and always manages to entertain with fun and flair. She has won many San Diego Music Awards, with various bands, and toured the world with the late blues artist Candye Kane, for 8 years. In 2008 her album "Sophisticated Ladies" won the International Blues Challenge in Memphis for Best (unsigned) CD. The City of San Diego named a day after her, also in 2008. Vocalist Liz Ajuzie is a jazz and blues singer and is a big fan of 40s jazz. A first generation American, her Nigerian parents introduced her to the music of Nat King Cole, as well as her African roots, and now she is exploring the early R&B music of the 50s and 60s with enthusiasm. Liz draws inspiration from many artists, including Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Judy Garland, Dinah Washington, Mae West, Lavern Baker, and Ruth Brown. Free concerts at noon every Monday from fall through spring . . . no wonder the Mini-Concerts are the longest-running and one of the most popular classical music series at the library! This series was founded by Glenna Hazleton in 1970 at the Athenaeum, and has been going strong ever since. The concerts feature both local and touring musicians, prize-winning students, university music faculty members, local chamber ensembles. . . and the repertoire also includes jazz, folk and world music. There are no reservations, no tickets . . . just line up at the side door of the Athenaeum before noon. (Donations are always welcome!) Mini-Concerts take place every Monday at noon and last about an hour. The concerts will be in person at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library. There are no physical tickets for these events. Doors open at 11:50 a.m. Seating is first-come; first-served. These events will be presented in compliance with State of California and County of San Diego health regulations as applicable at the time of each concert. Masks optional. If you have a fever, cough, or flu-like symptoms, please stay home. Follow on social media! Sue Palmer: Facebook + Twitter Liz Ajuzie: Facebook + Instagram Athenaeum: Facebook + Instagram

Local experts react to the Supreme Court's ruling that the Biden administration can end the Remain in Mexico policy. Meanwhile, COVID-19 cases continue to remain steady in the county. Plus, how CAL FIRE San Diego is preparing for the impacts of the holiday weekend firework shows.

The tiger named Kallie was found abandoned, horribly declawed and with a broken leg. Thankfully, Alpine's Lions Tigers, and Bears stepped in to help.

On the first Friday of every month, the Arts District in Liberty Station is packed with ways to enjoy the best in life! Whether your visit includes a waterfront walk, a bite & drink from one of the great restaurants or market, or a bit of fun shopping, San Diego Craft Collective will always have a free, outdoor, family-friendly craft for kids that evening from 5 - 6 p.m. Each month the craft changes, so pop in while you're visiting and get crafty! October's Craft: Leaf Art Social Media: Liberty Station: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter San Diego Craft Collective: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Exterminator Nick Castro found the massive stash of acorns after being called to a home with a worm problem. "Bird was a bit of a hoarder," he joked on social media.

A tentative agreement between UPS and the Teamsters has averted a potential strike at the company. The deal will secure pay raises for part-time workers.

During a House committee hearing Wednesday, parents, activists and law enforcement officials accused social media sites of enabling drug dealers to sell fentanyl to young Americans.

Come on over to The Dog Society for all kinds of fun for you and your pup! Guests are greeted with a drink ticket, and a meal from The Mexican Cafe as well as a Tails & Tacos goodie bag and a chance to win the raffle basket! Have a blast playing shuffle board, corn hole, mini golf and more while your pup makes some new friends in the beer garden! Buy a ticket and support two amazing animal friendly charities, Shelter to Soldier and Labs and More. Check out the flyer posted for more details and ticket information! Don't miss out on this opportunity for family fun! We look forward to seeing you there. Follow on social media! The Dog Society: Facebook + Instagram Tails and Tacos: Facebook + Instagram

Join us in celebrating the FOURTH year of this competitive exhibition. Opening reception is September 24 from 4-7 p.m. Many of the artists will be on hand to discuss their work. Light refreshments. If you can't attend the opening reception, normal gallery hours are Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. OR by appointment (e-mail donna@thephotographerseyecollective.com). Social Media: Facebook & Instagram