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Win prizes while learning about controversial books! Join the San Diego Public Library on September 20 at 6:30 p.m. in the Mary Hollis Clark Meeting Room to play some Banned Book Bingo. Refreshments will be provided. Banned Books Week’s objective is to raise awareness regarding the censorship of books throughout the country. According to the American Library Association, more than 11,300 books have been challenged since 1982. 729 of those challenges were in 2021. The vast majority (82-97%) of book challenges and removals are never reported or receive media attention. Typically held during the last week of September, Banned Books Week celebrates the freedom to read and spotlights current and historical attempts to censor books in libraries and schools. It brings together the entire book community—librarians, booksellers, publishers, journalists, teachers, and readers of all types—in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular.

Join us after a long day at AR Workshop for a quick 1.5 hour long Mini DIY class to make one of our smaller sized classics! Each guest will sign up to make one of our popular items, including: 12"x16" Plank Wood Signs, 12" Round Pedestals or 6"x16" Mini Trays. In the workshop, you will have the opportunity to customize your project with your choice of designer paints and (non-toxic!) stain colors. Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

Fall Equinox is that time of the year when the hours of daylight and nighttime are of equal length, it’s also the time of celebrating the harvest and preparing for the winter ahead. In this Equinox observance, we’ll gather in San Diego’s expansive Balboa Park to observe and respond to the changing of the season. During our time together, we’ll discuss Equinox lore and legend, and explore our many links and connections with the season and retreat into our notebooks and journals to harvest remembrances of summer-past and note our intentions for the coming season. Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

The life-saving work of the San Diego Blood Bank serves hospitals in Southern California, including trauma centers and neonatal intensive care units. A single donation can help save up to three lives. As Southern California continues to grow, the need to expand blood collections in the region is critical. Every donation saves lives. “Hosting a blood drive is one of the most impactful ways to help families in Southern California,” states San Diego Blood Bank Director of Community Relations and Media, Claudine Van Gonka. “We are extremely grateful that TerraPro Solutions, BBB Pacific Southwest's San Diego Campus and Mulligan Funding have joined forces to host a life-saving blood drive.” “In keeping with our ‘be a good human’ values, TerraPro Solutions is pleased to support the indispensable work of the San Diego Blood Bank,” said Kimberlee Centera, CEO, TerraPro Solutions. "We are guided by our mission to ethically contribute to the well-being of our community,” remarked Kryistyna Hook, director of media relations, BBB. “We are proud to collaborate with the San Diego Blood Bank in encouraging people to donate.” "We value people, not only our employees and the small business owners who are our customers, but those living in our local community as well. We’re proud to support the life-saving donation drive and partner with fantastic organizations like the San Diego Blood Bank,” says Christine Daniels, vice president of marketing, Mulligan Funding. Anyone considering donating blood can visit here or call 619-400-8251. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. SOCIALS: Facebook Twitter Instagram

Miracle Babies, a nonprofit organization whose mission is dedicated to helping perinatal mothers and their families during their time of need by providing transportation, mental health assistance and supportive services, is ditching its traditional fall gala season and inviting the community to bring out their flared pants, maxi dress, and fringe at Boogie 4 Babies. Boogie4Babies guests will enjoy a hosted cocktail reception, dinner, live entertainment, a spectacular live auction, and nonstop dancing to live music by ABBA LA.  Funds raised will directly support Miracle Babies’ programs, which includes expanding and increasing the much-needed support for transportation to and from the hospital and mental health support for moms experiencing maternal mental health disorders. “Over the last 12 months, Miracle Babies has assisted over 8,000 families thanks to its generous supporters,” said Marianela Camarillo, Executive Director at Miracle Babies. “Through our programs we seek to improve health and mental well-being and address inequities for parents through free access to transportation, supportive services, and resources.” To purchase tickets to Boogies 4 Babies, please visit here! Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

In this episode we hear the unique part drugs and guns play in the lives of three West Coast creatives.

The woman at the center of a national conservative media firestorm stemming from a shower she took at the YMCA addresses the Santee City Council.

Premieres Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App + Encore Thursday, May 11 at 9 p.m. on KPBS 2. As controversy erupts around Clarence and Ginni Thomas, the inside story of their pathto power. How race, power and controversy collide in the rise of the Supreme Court Justice and his wife – a couple reshaping American law and politics.

In Oladokun's new songs, facets of who she is and what she's lived, seen and imagined provide entry points to her homey pop music.

A local scientist explains how we process numbers. Meanwhile, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 Tuesday, to allow the county to sue gunmakers for deadly shootings. Plus, protected bike lanes in University Heights are causing controversy.