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• Del Mar Racing | Through Sunday, Sept. 10 | Times vary | Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. | $10 | The horse races continue at the seaside track — you know, where the turf meets the surf — Thursdays-Sundays through Sept. 10.
• La Mesa Classic Car Show & Music Event | Thursday, Aug. 31 | 5-8 p.m. | 8393 La Mesa Blvd., Downtown La Mesa | Free | Vroom, vroom: It’s the final car show of the season in this part of town — with a live performance by The Farmers.
• San Diego Padres vs. San Francisco Giants | Thursday, Aug. 31-Sunday, Sept. 3 | Times vary | Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd., San Diego | $31+ | It’s a Cali showdown — we’ll stick to our brown and gold, thank you very much.

• Music at the Marston: Concerts for Historic Preservation | Friday, Sept. 1 | 3-5 p.m. | Marston House, 3525 Seventh Ave., San Diego | $5-$12 | This end-of-summer concert series takes place at the landmark’s historic rose garden — this week, Annie Bethancourt, Suzanne Panza, and Lisa Sanders take the spotlight.
• La Mesa Certified Farmers Market | Friday, Sept. 1 | 3-7 p.m. | La Mesa Boulevard between Palm Avenue and Fourth Street, La Mesa Village | Free | The market celebrates its 30th anniversary with fun giveaways — and its beloved vendors, food court, and live music.
• Ali Wong: Live | Friday, Sept. 1-Sunday, Sept. 3| 7 p.m. | Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave., San Diego | $67+ | The “Baby Cobra” stand-up comedian and “Beef” actress takes the mic at the downtown SD venue for three nights.

• ENVZN23 Urban Art Takeover | Saturday, Sept. 2 | 5-10 p.m. | The Soap Factory, 2995 Commercial St., Logan Heights | $20-$125 | Dozens of artists from Tijuana and San Diego take over warehouses and industrial lots along the Commercial Street Corridor for an immersive, cross-border art show.
• SDSU Aztec Football vs. Idaho State University Bengals | Saturday, Sept. 2 | 7:30 p.m. | Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way, San Diego | $25+| Let’s go, red + black — the first 10,000 fans receive a free SDSU beach towel.

• Tormenta Rey featuring Stephen El Rey | Sunday, Sept. 3 | 2-3 p.m. | Encinitas Branch Library, 540 Cornish Dr. | Free | This first Sunday concert features performers who mix rock ‘n’ roll, blues, honky tonk, and New Orleans jazz.
• San Diego Wave FC vs. Houston Dash | Sunday, Sept. 3 | 5 p.m. | Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way, San Diego | $15+ | Kick it with our NWSL team — the first 10,000 fans score a free bucket hat.

• Whew, it’s been really hot in San Diego County this week. The National Weather Service says the high temperature in Campo topped at 106° on Aug. 29, tying a record reached in 2009. Northeast of SD, Palm Springs climbed to a sweltering 118°, tying the record high set in 1967. (National Weather Service)

• The county wants to know the issues important to you as a San Diegan. Let local leaders know what they should be advocating for in 2024 at state and federal levels by submitting your feedback through Thursday, Sept. 7.

• With a focus on holistic well-being and mental health for children and teens, Chula Vista’s new WishWell Counseling & Empowerment Center will host its grand opening on Saturday, Sept. 9, 4-7:30 p.m. The public will be able to meet therapists and tour the facility.

• According to Campus Pride’s “2023 Best of the Best” list, SDSU is among the 30 most LGBTQ-friendly colleges in the US. With its LGBTQ Studies program, LGBTQ living space, and campus resource center, the university earned a perfect 5-star rating. SDSU says student culture has everything to do with this. (SDSU NewsCenter)

• Senate President pro Tempore Toni Atkins will step down from her post next year. The San Diego Democrat — who can’t seek re-election due to term limits — served a historic run: She was the first woman and openly gay person to lead California’s upper legislative chamber. (AP)

• Girl Scouts San Diego will host its Urban Campout fundraiser at its Balboa Park Campus on Friday, Sept. 22, 6-10 p.m. The event will focus on reconnecting with the outdoors through activities like archery and s’mores, and feature auctions, dancing, and food. Wanna Tagalong? Registration closes on Tuesday, Sept. 12.

• California State Association of Counties recognized San Diego County’s Translation, Language and Culture Connection Work Group (TLCC) with an award for creating “culturally sensitive and accurately translated communications” for SD’s diverse communities. TLCC launched in 2020 knowing ~50,000 locals reported speaking a language other than English at home.

• The San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas will host its Garden Party on Saturday, Sept. 9, 4-8 p.m — its largest annual fundraiser. The garden gala includes live music, food, and lots of pretty plants; proceeds will support the facility’s ongoing science, conservation, and education programs. Get tickets.