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Hundreds of officers in California have been stripped of their badges in the last few years for serious misconduct. The offenses range from sexual misconduct to domestic violence to dishonesty. There are still thousands of cases that need to be reviewed. Plus, the National Endowment for the Arts has frozen more than $300,000 in grants for San Diego organizations. That uncertainty has put the local arts community in limbo. And it’s St. Patrick’s Day — there’s lots of ways to celebrate Irish heritage in San Diego County.

As artificial intelligence and autonomous systems increasingly permeate our daily lives, we face new questions about trust, dependence, and the erosion of critical thinking. University of San Diego's Dr. Darby Vickers explores the the psychological and ethical consequences of offloading human judgment to machines. Coronado Public Library on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for a CHOMP-tastic celebration as we officially open the PAC-MAN cafe — a limited-time pop-up experience right outside Petco Park! Dates: Saturday & Sunday, July 12–13 Location: PAC-MAN Cafe 323 Seventh Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 (Just steps from Petco Park) Hours: Opening daily — come early, giveaways go fast! What to Expect: - Meet the one and only PAC-MAN (appearing both days!) - First 25 guests each day receive an exclusive giveaway - Enjoy fan-favorite menu items like Maruchan MAZEmen noodles, PAC-ked quesadillas, and Ghost-themed desserts This pop-up is only around from July 12 – August 3, so don’t miss your chance to visit opening weekend and be one of the first to enter the Maze! Bring your friends, your appetite, and your nostalgia — we can’t wait to see you there! PAC-MAN on Facebook / Instagram

Welcome to Storytime, a free 30-45 minute interactive program that brings children’s books to life! Storytime combines the joy of reading with engaging performances, hands-on crafts, and valuable lessons. Join Knick and Knack this December as they share their favorite Christmas story "The Littlest Reindeer" by Brandi Dougherty. Each Storytime session is a magical journey into the world of storytelling. Here’s what’s in store: - Interactive Book Reading: We start with a reading of a beloved children’s book, setting the stage for imagination and learning. - Live Performances: Two actors, Knick and Knack, bring the story to life using set pieces and props, creating an immersive and engaging experience. Characters leap off the page, captivating young minds. - Craft Activities: During or after the performance, kids can participate in a craft activity tied to the book’s theme. These keepsake crafts reinforce the story’s lessons and allow children to take home a piece of the magic. - Learning Moments: We discuss key lessons, emotions, relationships, and vocabulary from the book to encourage deeper understanding and connection. San Ysidro Library on Facebook

Join us for a Holiday Storytime with the San Diego Padres! As part of the San Diego Padres Foundation Holiday Giving Campaign, we are happy to announce that we will host a special Holiday Storytime for youth on Thursday, Dec. 11 at 4:30 p.m. The Holiday Storytime will feature a Padres special guest and will include holiday and baseball themed stories and crafts. The event will be held at the Denny Sanford Children's Library at San Diego's Central Library downtown. While the Padres appreciate their fans of all ages, this event is focused on providing a special holiday Storytime for San Diego's youth. Registration is required and attendance will be limited to youth ages 5-12 and their parents/caregivers. If you have any questions about this event, please call the Central Library's main number (619-236-5800) and ask to be transferred to the Children's Library Reference Desk. San Diego Public Library on Instagram

Oceanside kicks off the Holiday Season with a splash! The annual Tree Lighting event is once again taking place in conjunction with the Holiday Sunset Market. Music and festivities will begin at 5 p.m. Enjoy beautiful decorations, live music, family-friendly entertainment and games, amusement rides, zip lines, bounce houses and more. There will be free cookies and milk for children and free holiday arts and crafts projects. At 6 p.m. a special guest will arrive on a vintage Oceanside fire truck, and will assist city officials in the tree lighting count down! Santa will stay for photos after the tree lighting, so please bring your camera to snap your family photos. Come and enjoy this family tradition! Afterwards, shop local and enjoy the Sunset Market for your gift-giving needs. Free parking is available in the Civic Center parking structure and at the Oceanside Transit Center. Visit: https://visitoceanside.org/events/holiday-tree-lighting/ Visit Oceanside on Instagram and Facebook

Back for its 9th year, Sips & Sweets with Santa is the ultimate kickoff to the holiday season — and trust us, it’s as magical as it is merry! Come sip, snack, and sleigh the day away with festive fun for the whole fam! Don’t forget to bring an unwrapped toy for our Anvil of Hope Toy Drive — you’ll get 5 extra raffle tickets for every toy donated! Help us spread joy to local families in need. New This Year: The "Snow Much Fun" Zone — a large, magical winter playland and photo op where kiddos can toss soft snowballs, make snow angels, and build fluffy snow castles in a snowy scene that feels straight out of the North Pole. Complete with thousands of shimmering snowflakes falling from the sky, it’s the perfect spot for frosty fun and holiday photos! Included with VIP Tickets Available as an add-on for GA Tickets for $10 per family The best part? We’re using snow from @snowwonder — made from safe, non-toxic materials that are totally dry and mess-free, so kids can play without the chill (or soggy mittens!). No wet clothes. No cold fingers. Just pure, frosty fun for the whole fam! Visit: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/sandiegomoms/1738791?fbclid=IwY2xjawNSGIZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETExQlRvWkNtRzF4aHJhQmFTAR5lOz97Ili8TTMyAncBqNNWDZ_UWR_wKV8PvPte0xm69b414kmgvKxilZHuEA_aem_1sGNz65gVZynwpNYKU2aRw

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy: "Wild and Swinging Holiday Party" is coming to The Magnolia on November 29th! Visit: https://www.ticketmaster.com/big-bad-voodoo-daddy-wild-and-el-cajon-california-11-29-2025/event/0B0062D9C4773137 Big Bad Voodoo Daddy on Facebook

First, the Trump administration has been ordered by a judge to continue funding food support amid the ongoing federal shutdown. Then, a new fight over short-term rentals is heating up. Next, KPBS starts looking at how families with kids are making ends meet across the county. We tell you the latest on plans to build cabins for those experiencing homelessness in East County. And that’s all followed by new segments of Museum a Month & Pod Behind the Package.

For almost monday, it all started in a San Diego surf shop. Longtime friends Dawson Daugherty (vocals), Cole Clisby (guitar) and Luke Fabry (bass) bonded over surf culture and a shared love of music. They burst onto the scene in 2020 with their breakout single "broken people," an indie-pop anthem that earned a remix by Grammy-nominated duo Sofi Tukker and climbed into the charts at Alternative Radio. It was an early glimpse into what would become their signature: infectious energy and danceable grooves. With over 650 million streams, almost monday has built a universe all their own. Their music has been featured across ESPN, CBS, Bravo, HBO Max and Netflix, to FOX, TNT and more - amplifying their reach far beyond the stage. They’ve collaborated with artists like Jordana (on the electrifying “jupiter”) worked with producers behind OneRepublic and The Killers and continue to blur the lines between alt-pop and indie rock with bold creative direction and a growing global following. From surf shops to global stages, almost monday is defining their era with style, swagger and a sound that defines the moment. Their music doesn’t just soundtrack a summer – it creates one. Like catching a perfect wave, it’s sun-soaked, uplifting, and impossible not to dance to. almost monday on Facebook / Instagram