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How brown are you? The government wants to know. Check out outrageous tales of censuses (censi?) past and, hopefully, future. Asian Story Theater, Teatro Máscara Mágica, and Umoja Theatre present comic episodes from some of the most creative writers in town in this musical-comical-video mashup! "The Last Census" will be the world premiere of an original script devised by a diverse team of writers, and performed by comics, musicians, dancers, and actors, all focused on the hilarious topic of The Census. About Asian Story Theater Asian Story Theater celebrates our Asian heritage, multicultural awareness, and understanding by dramatizing Asian and Pacific Island (API) stories. Visit: https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/asian-story-theater/6815235cd6f92340d4d971ce Asian Story Theater on Instagram and Facebook

Syria is holding parliamentary elections on Sunday for the first time since the fall of the country's longtime autocratic leader, Bashar Assad, who was unseated in a rebel offensive in December.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WLRN listener Christopher Hoffman, of Wellington, Florida, along with Weekend Edition Puzzle Master Will Shortz.

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Civic gardens reimagined, San Diego Made Summer Market, a Chicano Art Movement pioneer, queer comedy, model circus trains and so much jazz.

Hamas said it would agree to release the remaining Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. Despite not agreeing to the full U.S. peace proposal, President Trump said Hamas seemed ready for peace.

The Supreme Court term promises to be hugely consequential and focused in large part on how much power the Constitution gives to the president.

Join us on Friday, June 20 at 6:30 p.m. at Moonlight Beach in Encinitas for this magical experience on the longest day of the year. On the beach, just walk south of the lifeguard station. There is a large free parking lot and facilities. Bring your drum, your spirit, and something to sit on. All levels welcome — let's welcome the summer sun together! The summer solstice is a time to celebrate nature's abundance, the power of the sun, and the cyclical nature that sustains all life on Earth. Different cultures and people of various faiths worldwide have been celebrating this celestial event for millennia. The word “solstice” comes from the Latin words “sun” and “to stand still.” At solstice, we pause for reflection, gratitude, and a deeper connection to nature. Our drumming builds community and echoes the rhythms of the waves–everything is connected! Free will offerings accepted to benefit the work of ICEJ - the Interfaith Coalition for Earth Justice. Donations can be made at www.icejsd.org/donate. Questions? Contact info@icejsd.org Free will offering accepted to benefit the work of Interfaith Coalition for Earth Justice. All are welcome regardless of financial contribution. ICEJ - the Interfaith Coalition for Earth Justice on Instagram

A law firm appealing a stalled case against Tylenol's maker, Kenvue, says people are calling to join the suit, alleging the painkiller caused autism in children whose mothers took it during pregnancy.

Find community and learn the fundamentals of acting in a fun and supportive environment in this brand new 6 week workshop. Experienced teacher and theatre artist Catherine Greitzer will lead you in easy physical warmups and vocal exercises and introduce you to creating characters. Have a great time while sharpening your mind and staying active. No memorization required. Open to adults 50ish and above. Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., starting July 9-August 13. Plenty of free parking! Facilitator Bio: Catherine Greitzer is thrilled to teach her first class with The Actor’s Place! She earned her Masters degree and graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts focusing on Theater Arts, costuming and stage makeup. She was a founding member of the PACT Theatre out of New York and Gross National Product Comedy team in Washington DC. She's been a director, actress, production and administrative assistant and an active member of advisory boards. (Somewhere along the line she also earned her MA in Teaching ESL!) Bringing new projects to theatre companies, Catherine has acted as producer, director and Assistant to the Playwright for the award-winning show, "Pushcart Tony" in Chicago. On the West Coast, Catherine has written reviews for several productions including for Carlsbad's New Village Arts. Ms. Greitzer has acted and directed at Oceanside's Brooks Theatre as well as with Fallbrook's Senior Theatre, "AGE Upon Stage." Catherine is SO happy to continue working with adults at FSA's "Readers Theatre" and after school with teens in "ACT UP! A Teen Drama Club." Visit: https://www.actors-place.com/ The Actor's Place on Instagram

A new state law allows California to set its own vaccine recommendations and requires health plans it regulates to cover them.