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"Purpose" by playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, now on Broadway under the direction of longtime actress Phylicia Rashad, explores the generational conflicts in the civil rights movement.

An experiment with threadfin butterflyfish finds that these fish may experience pleasure while being cleaned by bluestreak cleaner wrasse — suggesting this capacity goes far back in animal evolution.

Please join us to hear from Bill Toone, Founder of ECOLIFE Conservation and author of the award-winning book, "On the Wings of the Condor." While there is no charge for this online event you’ll need to register in advance. You can do so here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpf-2hrTkuGdBIg7-gc2H1RXK0hBLkaIjY?fbclid=IwAR0_L0Smhyifhjp2SwNiCvBamew8nDnYxnVIYwD--nxV9HxXzhvbFkDyygw Bill will speak on: Roar of the Monarch Butterfly. The story covers the unique migration of the monarch butterfly and the challenges for their survival. The migratory race of the monarch butterfly was recently listed as endangered by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. Of the many challenges facing the monarch butterfly, climate change may be the most significant. We will also hear about his new book! Bill Toone is the Founder of ECOLIFE Conservation. He holds a Master’s Degree in Biology from University of California. Toone became the youngest Curator of Birds for the Zoological Society of San Diego at the age of 28. In 1983 he and Noel Snyder led the recovery team for the world-renowned, federally mandated California Condor Recovery Team retrieving the first wild California condor egg and safely transported it to the San Diego Zoo; later to be hatched in the zoo. He oversaw the care and nurture of this first chick and many that followed. Because of these events, Bill Toone, along with Betty Jo Williams (President of the Board) and Arthur Risser were bestowed with the nation’s highest award in conservation from the Secretary of the Interior. There will be time for questions from the audience. ECOLIFE Conservation on Facebook

A recently televised documentary in Spain rekindles competing versions of the famed explorer's origins, but the scientific community is viewing it with caution.

Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was acquitted of a royal defamation charge by a court on Friday, in a case that could have sent him to prison for up to 15 years.

Comedian John Mulaney is going live on Wednesday nights for 12 weeks on Netflix. NPR's TV critic says that in the first episode, Mulaney seemed to be enjoying the absurdity of the whole setup much more than any of the actual content he was presenting.

This documentary-drama hybrid is one of the best new movies our critic's seen this year. It draws on archival footage to tell a story of two lovers separating and reuniting over roughly two decades.

President Trump's effort to "rein in" independent agencies is raising particular concern among those who follow the work of the Federal Election Commission, which enforces campaign finance laws.

Art San Diego, to be held at the San Diego Convention on Harbor Drive from November 1-3, 2024, is an annual cultural experience featuring approximately 500 leading contemporary artists, fine art photographers, and designers; it offers dynamic programming that includes curated exhibits, local talent, and student artists. Now celebrating its 16th year, Art San Diego is the region’s most acclaimed and longest-running contemporary art and design fair and the only marketplace where artists, art publishers, galleries, art students, and dealers all come together to celebrate and showcase postmodern art. Produced by Redwood Art Group, with presenting sponsor UBS Wealth Management, Art San Diego is a unique art fair that serves to enhance the artistic culture of “America’s Finest City” while it also raises thousands of dollars through its Access to Art program, via student artwork sales and donations, to help Monarch School and Humble Design, both of which are non-profits that benefit unhoused families. UBS hosts a VIP reception of high-net-worth collectors, by invitation only, on Friday evening. Over the weekend, ASD attracts more than 5,000 art lovers, giving them insights into San Diego’s vibrant and diverse cultural art scene alongside an exciting collection of international galleries. Visit: https://redwoodartgroup.com/category/art-san-diego/ Redwood San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

We invite you to be part of our transformed "Metamorphosis" art exhibition, showcasing student artwork done in collaboration with Monarch resident artists and artists from Space4Art. The evening will include guided tours led by our talented student artists and a chance to bid on your favorite pieces. This year, all artwork will be exclusively available through our auction and is not included in the ticket price. This event will also highlight community artists and performances from our Monarch Dance Team as well as a robust silent auction. All proceeds directly benefit our arts programming. Join us for an inspiring celebration of creativity and community! Monarch School San Diego on Facebook