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On August 14, Osher will host its annual Kickoff and Course Preview beginning at 9 a.m. in the Extended Studies Center. Whether you’re a longtime member or exploring Osher for the first time, it’s an excellent opportunity to discover upcoming courses and reconnect with campus. Global Campus and Osher staff will be available to answer questions and assist with membership, registration, and payments. Parking and light refreshments will be provided. RSVP here. Details: Schedule: 9 a.m. — Refreshments and Mingle 9:30–11:15 a.m. — Welcome, Guest Speaker, Instructor Course Preview 11:15 a.m.–12 p.m. — Registration and Payment Visit: globalcampus.sdsu.edu/program/osher-lifelong-learning-institute/osher-sdsu/

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department said Jeanine John Taele, 38, was taking photos and video and had a 16-round magazine with ammunition in his pocket.

It's Poetry in Ocean, Literally! Come, enjoy, participate and take a chance on adding your personal haiku* to San Diego Public Library's first ever community surfboard! * Join us for a magical evening under the stars with poets and creatives who find inspiration in our sunsets, surf, and the sea. Following the conversation there will be a limited Open Mic where participants will have a maximum of 3 minutes to share their ocean/surf themed poetry. Those who recite a haiku will be eligible to have it included on the Community Surfboard! The board will be gifted to Un Mar de Colores, a charity-minded organization based in Encinitas that offers free surf lessons and ocean education to youth in marginalized communities. Find out more, here.

An expert on political violence and extremism said online echo chambers radicalize youth, leading to violent attacks like the San Diego mosque shooting. Kids who've experienced trauma and social isolation are most at risk.

Congo Square in New Orleans was one of the only places where, in the 18th and 19th centuries, enslaved Africans could gather. That legacy continues to shape the New Orleans — and its unique sound.

A new crime thriller by a fomer professional football player explores a different side of San Diego, away from what the public usually sees. We speak with author Andre Hardy about what led him from the gridiron to the written word, and how his San Diego upbringing informs his work.

The Mexican Independence Day Celebration at the Old Globe is Saturday, Sept.12, 2026 from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Visitors are welcomed onto our campus to attend our fun and festive AXIS events which are designed for the whole family. AXIS is a free, outdoor, multi-generational program that celebrates the cultural diversity of San Diego by inviting local artists and craftspeople to share their cultural traditions and heritage on the Globe’s Copley Plaza. Performances feature, dance, music, workshops, crafts and so much more. The Old Globe on Facebook / Instagram

This fun-filled event pairs animated film with live solo piano to introduce classical music to children ages 3–8. The main feature, "The Magic Piano," follows Anna and Chip-Chip on a magical journey aboard a flying piano. It is presented alongside "The Chopin Shorts," a collection of 2–3-minute films set to Chopin etudes, offering a vibrant exploration of his piano works. Together, these colorful, enchanting films create a near-complete overview of Chopin’s music for young audiences. The program has been performed at leading venues across the globe, including Concertgebouw Amsterdam, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, and the Hong Kong Arts Festival. Don’t miss seeing it at The Conrad featuring award-winning pianist Derek Wang, First Prize winner at the 2021 New York Liszt Competition! Colorful, engaging, and joyful, this concert is the perfect first classical experience for young families. La Jolla Music Society on Facebook / Instagram

After a series of catastrophic blazes in the early 20th century, the U.S. Forest Service sought to show it was able to control and protect forests under its care. In 1933, the agency mandated the “10 a.m. rule,” declaring that any wildland fire should be extinguished by 10 a.m. the day after it was reported.

The Without Walls (WOW) Festival features interactive, site-specific performances across campus this weekend.