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New Yorker writer Emily Nussbaum discusses the lawsuits brought forth by the Love is Blind cast members, and reflects on how reality TV has impacted our culture. Her new book is Cue the Sun!

Across the country, efforts to restrict voting rights are on the rise. California, however, has led efforts to challenge these movements and to promote racial justice. California Secretary of State Dr. Shirley Weber is a key leader in this fight. Shirley Nash Weber, Ph.D. was nominated to serve as California Secretary of State by Governor Gavin Newsom on December 22, 2020 & sworn into office on January 29, 2021. Weber is California's first Black Secretary of State. Join Dean Sean Scott and Scholar-in-Residence Priscilla Ocen for a conversation with Dr. Shirley Weber to discuss her work to ensure access to the ballot and to study the feasibility of reparations for slavery in California. Please register via Eventbrite to attend what promises to be a dynamic conversation!

Mission Bay High School's wood-wind quintet, swing choir, and chamber orchestra will perform everything from classical to jazz. HBHS has one of the best music programs in San Diego County. The First Congregational Church, exactly two miles north of City Hall just past the high school on your right. This event resulted from past concerts of young musicians that the HVCCA has presented due to our mission statement on our website www.hiddenvalleyCCAescondido.info Ticket Details | Adults $30 Seniors, Veterans, and Military $20 Students thru college $10 Children 12 and under are FREE Advance tickets can be purchased mail your order by March 7, 2024 please. Your tickets will be at will-call day of concert starting at 1:15 p.m. when the doors open. Day of concert tickets available at 1 p.m.

Outside groups have spent more to replace former San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher than they did to elect him five years ago.

Oceanside Cultural Arts Foundation presents our Art of Music fundraising event - a Mardi Gras Brunch on February 4th. Proceeds go toward Visual and Performing Arts scholarships for local high school students. At El Camino Country Club there will be jazz and a traditional New Orleans buffet - from jambalaya and etouffee to bread pudding with whiskey sauce. Entertainment will be Dylan Soto who is a past recipient of an OCAF scholarship. Guests will be greeted by costumed revelers with beads and a beverage. We'll have a Money Hat Raffle, an auction and a parade! Sponsorship opportunities are available. Reservations required – Deadline January 25 For more information visit: ocaf.info

Queen Nation is the undisputed #1 ranked Queen Tribute Act in the United States and currently reigns as the all-time performance champions and crowned the kings of the Queen tributes. Over the past two decades, Queen Nation has notched over 1,250 shows and attracted 2.5 million viewers worldwide. Queen Nation is recognized as the most popular, accurate, and highest-grossing fully-costumed re-creation of a vintage Queen concert in the US. Comprising four musicians to reflect the original Queen lineup, the band performs in detailed 70s & 80s Queen-era costumes. All of this is presented in a live 90-minute concert experience, with note-for-note renditions of classic Queen songs. Frontman Gregory Finsley’s voice and energy emulate Freddie Mercury, while playing piano live during all shows. Queen Nationpromises a seamless show without interruptions or cheesy props, focusing on delivering a pure vintage Queen show every time they take the stage. Queen Nation’s straightforward creed highlights their commitment to authenticity for Queen fans worldwide.

Connecting Creatures, Climate, and Communities with Serge Dedina, Ph.D: Rewilding our coast and ocean with blue-carbon based natural climate solutions. Join us for an evening of inspiration and learning as we explore the intricate connections between climate change and nature-based solutions with renowned environmentalist, Serge Dedina. This in-person event will take place on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at the Del Mar Town Hall. Serge Dedina, a passionate advocate for environmental conservation, and CEO of WILDCOAST will share his expertise and insights on how the well-being of creatures, the health of our climate, and the protection of our coastal wetlands are intertwined. Whether you are an environmental enthusiast, a concerned citizen, or simply curious about the fascinating connections this event is for you. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge on rewilding our coast and ocean with blue-carbon based natural climate solutions and be inspired to make a positive impact in your own community. Mark your calendars for the first Wednesday of the month Connecting Creatures, Climate, and Communities speaking series with Serge Dedina. Reception begins at 6:30 p.m., come enjoy light refreshments and wine before the presentation. Talk begins promptly at 7:00 p.m. If you already paid the Member ($25) or Non-Member ($50) Fee for an earlier Connecting Creatures, Climate, and Communities presentation, this talk is included. For more information visit: sdrvc.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Edward L. Quinn, an ANS member since 1984 with a focus on aerospace, human factors, and power divisions, leads Technology Resources. With 35+ years in utility management and extensive experience in licensing, design, and operation, he's also contributed over 50 papers on nuclear controls. Quinn's involvement extends to education and international projects, notably in China, and has been recognized with prestigious awards from the IEC and ANS. He holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and a Masters in Management, and is a Naval Nuclear Qualified Engineer. Schedule | 5:30-6:30 p.m. set up and social 6:00 p.m. Order dinner 7:00 p.m. Presentation 8:00 p.m. Q&A Please RSVP to Ron Petzoldt: https://www.ans.org/contact/form/?r=sandiego

Gather all your girls for a Galentine’s celebration at Punch Bowl Social, which is hosting a game night complete with cute swag, Instagrammable cocktails and a live DJ – female, of course – to keep the party going on Friday, Feb. 9 from 6:30 – 10 pm PST. For your $15 ticket, you’ll get a friendship bracelet, heart-shaped sunglasses reminiscent of Taylor Swift’s video for “22,” and your choice of board games. Don’t miss out on the pink punch, cocktails and karaoke! To add to the fun – Punch Bowl Social’s San Diego location will host a pop-up market with the following vendors: • Permanent Jewelry by Sparked Up • Nail Art from Anne Dominique Nail Artist • Flash tattoos from Stay Sacred Tattoo Register for the fun-filled Galentine’s night at Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/galentines-party-punch-bowl-social-san-diego-tickets-798854664807?aff=odcleoeventsincollection Punch Bowl Social on Facebook + Instagram

Join us for a Japanese storytelling tradition called kamishibai (kami = paper; shibai = theater). A storyteller stands behind a little wooden theater, also known as a storybox, and reveals a series of illustrations that tell a tale. Audience: Recommended for ages 3-5