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The Federal Emergency Management Agency needs $16 billion in emergency funding, the White House says. That's up $4 billion from a request it made last month, due to recent disasters.

No longer are just books under fire, but also the library administrators, teachers and long-beloved librarians who are defending them.

Crossover to the dark side of San Diego history in California’s Oldest Town and let us enchant you with spirited tales of the past. Duration: Approximately 30-40 minutes. Tours begin at 5 p.m. and end at 9 or 10 p.m. See the full schedule of tours and reserve your spot Location: 2476 San Diego Ave. Intersection of Harney St. and San Diego Ave. Parking: There is free parking available at Old Town State Park. Please plan accordingly. *Reservations are required. Check-in time as early as 4 p.m. and no later than 20 minutes prior to the tour starting. Late check-in may result in forfeited reserved entry. Reservation based tickets are non-refundable. You may reschedule up to 24 hours in advance of your tour time by calling 619-298-8687. The Night Tour has a restricted capacity of 20 people in each tour. **The Whaley House Night Tour is rated PG-13. Tour is not recommended for children 12 years of age or younger. As seen on the Travel Channel, SyFy Channel and Discovery Channel. Be part of the historic legacy, mystery and legends of the Whaley Family, and hear of their myths and misconceptions. Approximately 30-minute guided tour through the historic Whaley House and the surrounding grounds. Regale in the tales of the spirits from the past and perhaps even experience the paranormal. Visit: https://www.whaleyhousesandiego.com/ Whaley House San Diego on Facebook / Instagram / Twitter

Overdose deaths from fentanyl and other opioids have surged but medications that could save thousands of lives "are sitting on the shelf unused," according to new research.

The Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts, Film Studies Program, and Center for Hellenic Studies are pleased to invite you to the screening of "Lynch/Oz" followed by Q&A with Alexandre O. Philippe on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 5 p.m. at the Mosaic Building 113 in the North Torrey Pines Living and Learning Neighborhood. About the Film: The films of David Lynch and "The Wizard of Oz" have held a mirror to each other for decades. "Lynch/Oz" explores one of the most fascinating puzzles in the history of motion pictures: the enduring symbiosis between America’s primordial fairytale and David Lynch’s singular brand of popular surrealism. About Alexandre O. Philippe: Swiss-American filmmaker Alexandre O. Philippe has written and directed numerous award-winning films and documentaries, many of which take on the role of unpacking the most influential works of master filmmakers. His most recent film, "78/52: Hitchcock’s Shower Scene," is a documentary about Alfred Hitchcock’s iconic shower scene from Psycho. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and screened extensively at festivals before its release by IFC Films. The documentary explores the intangible cinematic space between the shots and delves into Hitchcock’s genius in unprecedented fashion. It is the first feature-length investigation into the art, craft, and influence of a single extraordinary scene. Philippe holds a master’s degree in dramatic writing from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts and is creative director at Exhibit A Pictures. Other past works include "Doc of the Dead," "The People vs. George Lucas," and an ongoing series of short films for The Criterion Collection titled "Double Exposure." Over the years, he has conducted numerous film analyses and written seminars at schools, universities, film festivals, and museums around the world, featuring in-depth deconstructions of classic and contemporary films. Philippe has also served on several film-festival juries, including the Edinburgh International Film Festival, Rome Film Festival, and New Zealand Film Awards. Location: The Mosaic 113 Auditorium is located in the Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts at UC San Diego. Parking: The closest visitor parking is located in the Scholars Parking underground parking structure. Weekend parking is $2/hour. Questions: Email surajisranicenter@ucsd.edu.

World AIDS Day is Friday and events are being held throughout the county. That includes the Oceanside Public Library, where panels of the National AIDS Memorial quilt will be on display.

Organized by South Bay San Diego Art & Science team Vallo Riberto and Kaz Maslanka, this symposium offers performances and discussions about the San Diego Microtonal Music Scene. The title alludes to the infinity of pitches in microtonal music coined by one of San Diego’s must celebrated microtonal composers, Harry Partch. The Bonita presentation will be a one day event from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., with an extended gallery exhibition of hand crafted instruments, pictorials and graphic illustration. The program will include a short introduction by our moderator, followed by a short, musical performance by William Wesley, a renowned composer, and instrument maker. This will be followed by a variety of informative talks by the participating musicians, interspersed with actual musical demonstrations. The final portion of the program will include an open-ended Q & A session, followed by a musical ensemble. Featured: John Chalmers, Jonathan Glasier, Joseph Monzo, Daniel Corral, Bill Wesley Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

The Six String Society’s Celestial Sirens production is ready to dazzle Poway with some of the most fantastic female performers in music today. As the show unfolds, each of the Sirens take the stage to perform their own unique style of music featuring the electric Ms. Whitney Shay, (a 4 time San Diego Music Award winner & Performer of the Year in 2019) who will light up the night’s sky with her powerful, soulful voice and her fun loving personality. Hailing from Kansas City, Julia Othmer is a one of a kind piano-playing songstress known for her breathtaking live performances. Her passion is truly unique, leaving the audience wondering if she is actually part Superhero! hosted by the lovable international folk legend Mr. Gregory Page. The VIP Party will take place on the Plaza of the Poway Center for the Performing Arts before the show from 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Compensation for descendants of enslaved people is broadly controversial, and especially so among whites and Republicans. Researchers say one reason may be misperceptions about the racial wealth gap.

Please pre-register here to attend! At this workshop, you will learn how you can both protect your local watershed and produce a fantastic soil amendment by composting large animal manure. Improper disposal of manure is unsightly, breeds flies, may create health hazards, and can contaminate local streams and water sources. Composting is easy and inexpensive, and can help reduce these issues. Using composted manure on your garden and landscaping will also help your plants thrive and conserve water, too! This workshop will cover: - Basic composting - Manure composting - Manure management - Preventing odors and flies - Benefits of composting - Protecting local water sources Thanks to our sponsors, the County of San Diego and County of San Diego Recycling. Thanks to our host, Twin Oaks Valley Equestrian Association. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter