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• Ramona Country Fair | Friday, July 28-Sunday, July 30 | Times vary | Ramona Outdoor Community Center, 421 Aqua Lane | Free | Enjoy rides, food, drinks, games, live music, and more fair fun.
• “Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella” | Friday, July 28-Sunday, July 30 | Times vary | Casa del Prado Theatre, 1600 Village Place, San Diego | $18-$20 | San Diego Junior Theatre presents its adaptation of the beloved musical.
• Dive-In Movies | Friday, July 28 | 8 p.m. | Lakehouse Resort, 1025 La Bonita Dr., San Marcos | $10-$24 | The resort hosts its summertime outdoor movie series on the pool deck every Friday through Aug. 11 — this week, it’s “Top Gun: Maverick.”

• Joggin’ for Frogmen San Diego 5K | Saturday, July 29 | 6:45-11 a.m. | NTC Park at Liberty Station, 2455 Cushing Rd., San Diego | $10-$40 | Lace up your sneakers and join this jog that supports military families and the Travis Manion Foundation.
• Plastic Free July: North Park Neighborhood Cleanup | Saturday, July 29 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Bivouac Ciderworks, 3986 30th St., San Diego | Free | Bring your own supplies to help clean up the neighborhood; volunteers get discounts at The Mighty Bin and Bivouac.
• A Conversation for Black Women - Building an Economic Action Plan | Saturday, July 29 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Legacy International Center, 875 Hotel Circle S., San Diego | The California Black Women’s Collective Empowerment Institute visits San Diego with goals of empowering Black women with information to improve their economic status.
• Guster with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra | Saturday, July 29 | 7:30 p.m. | The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego | $22-$100 | The Boston-based alternative band performs with a classical collaborator.

• Punchin and Brunchin | Sunday, July 30 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Mavericks Beach Club, 860 Garnet Ave., San Diego | $25 | Join Rockbox for a 50-minute workout plus get brunch and a drink.
• Mario | Sunday, July 30 | 6 p.m. | SeaWorld San Diego, 500 SeaWorld Dr. | $73-$103 | The “Let Me Love You” singer makes a splash at the Summer Spectacular Concert Series — included with admission to the theme park.
• Rhinestones and Fringe | Sunday, July 30 | 7 p.m. | The Music Box, 1337 India St., San Diego | $14 | Grab your boots for this tribute to the modern women of country music like Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood, Shania Twain, Gretchen Wilson, and many more.

• The National Weather Service’s Heat Advisory remains in effect through 8 p.m. tonight for San Diego County’s inland valleys including El Cajon, La Mesa, Poway, Santee, Escondido, and San Marcos. High temps between 96-102° are expected; stay hydrated and out of the sun. (National Weather Service)

• The county and City of San Marcos have opened Alora, an affordable housing development on Richmar Avenue. The $6.25 million project features 100 single and multi-bedroom apartment units across four buildings, plus a children’s play area, pool, and community room with computer access — and locals are already moving in.

• According to RealtyHop, Chula Vista is the most affordable city within the San Diego metro area, while the least affordable is Carlsbad. The report shows median-income residents in Chula Vista spend 48.26% on homeownership costs, while Carlsbad residents spend 69.03% of their income on mortgage and property taxes. (RealtyHop)

• Long in the works, Malibu Farm will open its new 14,000-sqft restaurant in Seaport Village late next month — at the former Harbor House site. The eatery is helmed by celebrity Chef Helene Henderson and her husband, actor John Stockwell, and will also boast an ice cream shop and espresso bar.

• The Midway Rising team will host an informational public workshop on Monday, Aug. 21, 6-7:30 p.m., in the Pacific Ballroom at the Hilton Garden Inn Mission Valley/Stadium. Register for the event and learn more about the high-profile redevelopment of the 48.5-acre area in the Midway District.

• “S.O.S” — the concert calendar is “Burnin’ Up” at Viejas Arena. The Jonas Brothers will bring their “Five Albums. One Night.” tour to the venue with special guest Lawrence on Saturday, Oct. 28. Fans can register for a chance to access presale tickets through Monday, July 31.

• Welcome back, Abby. Highly decorated San Diego Wave FC defender Abby Dahlkemper is back on the field after being removed from the season-ending injury list. The three-time NWSL Championships winner injured her back in October 2022 and underwent surgery. She played 13 matches in the team’s inaugural season.

• Drink Up, SD. A collective of 14 urban wineries, meaderies, and cideries — like Carruth Cellars and Lost Cause Meadery — will join forces for the Sip the City festival at Escondido City Hall on Saturday, Aug. 12, 5-8 p.m. A $79 ticket includes unlimited tastings, light snacks, and live music.

• Get stoked: The California Surf Museum in Oceanside has been nominated as one of the best attractions for sports fans in the nation by USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice. Help the museum ride all the way to No. 1 by voting once daily through 8:59 a.m. Monday, Aug. 21.

• ~250,000. According to MTS, that’s how many Comic-Con attendees rode the Trolley to or from the convention last week. The transit system’s Special Event Line — you know, more powerful than a locomotive — ran exclusively during the event and helped carry ~100,000 of those passengers.

• Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

• Weekday Wonders — Madi | Daily, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Brunch is a lifestyle here, and we’re not mad about it.
• Pastry Paradises — Blackmarket Bakery | Daily, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. (North Park) | This menu is sweet — croissants, cookies, muffins, and tarts.
• Bottomless Mimosas — GARAGE Kitchen + Bar | Tuesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. + weekends, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | The bubbly flows while the menu brims with variety.