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August Lamm became an accidental influencer by posting pictures of her art online – until she reached a breaking point and got rid of her smartphone. Now, she's advocating for others to do the same.

The election comes about two months after President Yoon Suk Yeol was removed from office following his impeachment for declaring martial law in the country.

This Saturday, the CPMCC will present the work of Macedonio Arteaga Jr.'s work in our newest Community Gallery Artist installation. The opening reception will start at 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Admission is free along with a food ticket if you RSVP beforehand. We hope to see you this weekend for the Artist Platica, food, music, and community! Artist Statement: Macedonio Arteaga Jr. is a visionary artist, educator, and community leader whose work bridges cultural heritage, social justice, and artistic expression. As the founder and artistic director of Teatro Izcalli, a Chicano comedy troupe, Macedonio uses humor and storytelling to challenge stereotypes, amplify underrepresented voices, and foster cultural pride. His creative work extends beyond the stage, with published plays and poetry that inspire new generations to find their own artistic voices. Through decades of dedicated service, Macedonio has brought the transformative power of the arts to underserved communities. He has served as an Artist-in-Residence at the Sherman Heights Community Center and the Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation, creating opportunities for others to engage with and grow through the arts. His initiatives, such as “Círculo de Hombres,” have addressed critical social issues like violence prevention, mentorship, and cultural awareness in schools. Recognized with prestigious honors, including the California Arts Council Legacy Artist Award in 2021, Macedonio’s contributions to the arts and culture are now celebrated at the Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center, which is proud to host his first museum art installation. This milestone underscores his lifelong dedication to celebrating the richness of his community and inspiring others through the transformative power of art. Visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeiRAZb8ZC1hYazYysUoCbDi0oL2fBVZBbqQrj7gYCUPtcrIw/viewform?pli=1 Chicano Park Museum & Cultural Center on Instagram and Facebook

Raising two kids while living with an autonomic nervous system disorder taught Jessica Slice to embrace interdependence. Her story is a reminder to parents of the power of asking for help.

Join Chef Krong for this hands-on cooking class exploring the distinct flavors and techniques to make Thailand’s national dish. You will learn how to prepare this beloved noodle dish at home from start to finish. The chef will guide you as you practice your knife skills and discover traditional ingredients such as rice noodles and bean sprouts. Cooking classes on Classpop! are designed to be social events that do not require any previous experience. Guests are welcome to purchase beer to enjoy during the class. MENU Pad Thai With rice noodles, tofu, bean sprouts, cilantro and lime Cooking classes on Classpop! are designed to be fun, social events. Feel free to purchase wine or beer at the venue to enjoy during the class. Classes sell out fast though, so see the availability and more details including information about the chef, reviews from other participants, and more at: https://www.classpop.com/cooking-classes/5914/mastering-pad-thai Happens on the following Dates: Oct. 13, 2024, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Timezone: PDT Nov. 10, 2024, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Timezone: PDT Dec. 15, 2024, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Timezone: PDT

Some companies have announced diversity rollbacks — but many more are deleting or softening language from their investor disclosures, an NPR analysis finds.

President Trump and the first lady welcomed an estimated 40,000 people to the South Lawn of the White House on Monday for its annual Easter egg roll event. The annual tradition dates back to the presidency of Rutherford B. Hayes, and save for war and food shortages, has been a mainstay of Pennsylvania Avenue since 1878.

Code Switch's B.A. Parker takes a look at the many ways our digital world is being erased.

Corporate sponsors for the usually apolitical event held on the White House South Lawn include tech giants Meta, YouTube and Amazon.

People ran around San Francisco on Tuesday looking for a chest filled with gold and local artifacts after seeing an anonymous post on Reddit with cryptic clues.