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Garden at Dusk Dinner Series – Spring 2025 Friday, April 18, 2025 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Join us at Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center for an intimate outdoor dinner in our beautiful gardens at sundown featuring Chef Doug Settle of Hearth and Harvest. Enjoy delicious and authentic farm-to-table cuisine while connecting with community. Let’s celebrate the season & make memories together that honor our commitment to sustainability, food justice & excellent local food! Visit: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/LGyquoiqKOB86v7vWplbYQ?t=1741978593 Olivewood Gardens on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for Father’s Day at Sally’s! on Sunday, June 15 from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Celebrate Dad with a bold special menu offering: - 16oz Cowboy Steak - Served with red chimichurri, charred shishito peppers, and burnt onion purée. Make it Extra Special: Pair it with our signature Smoke & Maíz cocktail Available for Father’s Day, June 15 only. Reserve now & treat him to something legendary. Sally's Waterfront Dining on Facebook / Instagram

Tariff collections are up sharply in the last two months. Congressional forecasters say tariffs could help reduce the federal debt, but they'll also lead to higher inflation and slower economic growth.

Join Southern Caregiver Resource Center at our office for an afternoon of art and networking! We invite community members and affiliated organizations alike to the unveiling of “Portraits in Caregiving”, a series of photographs honoring the caregiving experience. This exhibit captures the essence of family and unconditional love through intimate and tender moments found in the routine of caregiving. Guests will have the opportunity to speak to the photographers as well as the featured caregivers. SCRC’s staff will also be present to give you a tour of our office space, share information about our vital support services for caregivers, and discuss professional networking and corporate partnership opportunities. This reception is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served throughout the event. We look forward to hosting you! Visit our office any time between 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Friday, August 15 for an inside look into the caregiving experience and how SCRC’s evidence-based support programs can help those starting their own caregiving journey. Learn more and RSVP at caregivercenter.org/portraits! Southern Caregiver Resource Center on Facebook / Instagram

Please join us for two free talks. At 1 p.m. "The Mystery of Ida Richardson of Rancho Guajome" presented by Kristi Hawthornes, Oceanside Historical Society. Our favorite local historian brings us another mystery uncovered through her research and unflagging curiosity. Who was Ida Richardson? What was her role at the Guajome Adobe and who fathered her children? Come and hear her fascinating story At 2:30 p.m. The "Ramona Pageant" Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre with Lori VanArsdale, Director. Located on 160 acres in the scenic foothills of Hemet, California, the open-air Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre offers an unforgettable experience whether you attend the annual production of the play “Ramona” or a concert under the stars. Lori will tell us the history of the Ramona Pageant and how a single book about an orphan Native American girl started a 100+ year play. Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html

After expanding state Medicaid programs to cover people in the country without legal status, Democrats are considering changes that would reduce immigrant access.

In Chad, they're a key force in addressing the country's high rate of maternal mortality. But U.S. aid cuts have affected their salaries.

Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vt., wants pressure from the Trump administration on Israel to end its nearly three-month long blockade of food, medicine and other supplies into Gaza.

The spirit of innovation is alive and well in North County as young entrepreneurs prepare to launch their very own businesses at the Acton Children’s Business Fair on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at North County Mall’s Center Court (First Floor). As the largest entrepreneurship event for kids in North America, the fair provides a unique platform for children up to age 13 to create and showcase their own businesses. From handmade crafts and custom treats to original services and products, each booth is entirely youth-led—designed, marketed, and managed by the kids themselves. Participants will: - Build a brand and develop a product or service - Learn marketing and customer engagement strategies - Operate their own booth and manage transactions - Gain real-world business experience in a fun, supportive environment This one-day, hands-on event fosters creativity, confidence, and leadership through experiential learning. Best of all, participation is completely free, though registration is required in advance. Families and community members are encouraged to attend and support the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs. Register today at: https://www.childrensbusinessfair.org/san-diego-ca The Escondido fair is made possible through the support of Acton Academy, Next Great Adventure, and Mershops North County. Acton Children’s Business Fair on Facebook /Instagram

Media Arts Center San Diego’s 24th Innovative Video in Education (iVIE) Awards Ceremony and Student Film Festival 2025 will take place on Sunday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Students from across San Diego County will screen their films showcasing their talents and be celebrated during the awards ceremony at UCSD’s Park and Market in downtown San Diego (1100 Market St). Student filmmakers from schools all across the county, including Central San Diego, El Cajon, Encinitas, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Clairemont, Vista, Fallbrook, and La Mesa are among the participants. The day will begin with the awards ceremony for all grade levels 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.. Following the ceremony, screenings of all the nominated films will take place upstairs at MACSD’s Digital Gym CINEMA from noon to 4 p.m. Past student participants have stated about the annual IVIE event, “It’s like a replica of the Grammy’s. We get awards, get called up,” or “It means a lot to be able to have a space for us to share and be proud of our work.”. Founder and Executive Director, Ethan van Thillo, of MACSD states, "We are so elated that San Diego's youngest filmmakers continue to produce amazing films despite the enduring challenges of the pandemic. They have inspired our team to produce a wonderful film festival to celebrate their cinematic achievements! The quality of work this year is truly remarkable and it is a testament to the hard work and dedication of both the students and teachers who have been nominated.” All student nominees and their teachers will walk the red carpet and be spotlighted on stage. Tickets to attend the Awards Ceremony are $5 (plus, $1.28 order fee) and/or $6 (plus, $1 order fee) for screenings of nominee movies. Doors will open at 9:00 a.m. the ceremony will start at 10:00 a.m. To purchase tickets or for further information please visit: https://mediaartscenter.org/ivies/ About Media Arts Center San Diego: Media Arts Center San Diego, a 501 c(3) non-profit organization, has been promoting independent cinema and teaching the art of filmmaker for over 32 years in the San Diego - Baja California Region. Its programs and services include the recent 32nd Annual San Diego Latino Film Festival, Digital Gym CINEMA,, Youth Media & Tech Camps, Teen Producers Project, and Community Video Production Services. About iVIE: Since 2001, iVIE has grown into a major San Diego County-wide student video competition. iVIE Student Awards & Film Festival is a local K-12 student video competition and festival conceived to encourage and reward teachers and students who recognize the power of video as a creative and educational tool. Annually, there are more than 500 video submissions from 120 teachers, 73 Schools, 23 Districts, and a handful of private schools, involving approximately 3,500 students. Submitted videos are judged by media professionals and educators curated by Media Arts Center San Diego. Media Arts Center San Diego on Facebook / Instagram