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The federal government is offering local law enforcement incentives to join a program that gives their officers authority to make immigration arrests. Police leaders say the funds, which include money for salaries, equipment and vehicles, are enticing.

Planets, galaxies, stars & more! Monday through Friday Aug 3 – 7, from 1 – 4 p.m. Ages 8-12 years welcome! In this week-long kids camp, campers will learn and explore a variety of craft mediums. Kids will handbuild with clay to build space-inspired ceramic sculptures. They’ll learn woodworking skills to create a fun interstellar project. Kids will explore painting planets and galaxies. And, kids will have fun creating with a variety of fiber arts techniques. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Raised in Brooklyn, New York and now living in Los Angeles, American novelist Ivy Pochoda is the critically acclaimed author of seven novels, including "These Women" (Ecco 2021), a finalist for The Los Angeles Times Book Prize, The Edgar Award, the California Book Award, The Macavity Award, and the International Thriller Writers Award; and "Sing Her Down" (Picador 2024), which won the LA Times Book Prize. Pochoda is also a 2018 winner of Strand Critics Award for Best Novel and the Prix Page America in France. Her work often delves into themes of female violence, societal judgment, and mythology. Her latest novel, "Ecstasy" (G.P. Putnam's Sons 2025), was considered one of the most-anticipated horror books of 2025. A horror reimagining of playwright Euripides’s Greek tragedy, "The Bacchae," "Ecstasy" explores themes of empowerment, desire, and what happens when women reject the roles set out for them. Ivy Pochoda now leads a creative writing workshop in Skid Row, Los Angeles, where she helped found Skid Row Zine. She is currently a professor of creative writing at the University of California Riverside Palm Desert low-residency MFA program. Come attend this author's reading and Q & A event!

Starlight Solar is one of the latest renewable energy projects in the backcountry that would help the region meet statewide clean energy goals, but the plan has faced pushback from residents.

An art exhibition highlighting women artists of San Diego County. Visit: https://sandiegoartdirectory.com/directory/dames-on-grand-womens-art-exhibition/

San Diego local, Stuart Grauer, Ed.D., founder and head of school emeritus of The Grauer School, an independent school in Encinitas, is announcing his new book, “The Way to Pancho’s Kitchen: A Trail Guide for Small School Leaders.” Published by The Worthy Educator Press and available Saturday, April 4, this is Grauer’s third book. Through true poignant stories and lessons learned spanning the Grand Canyon to Encinitas, the book, described as an essential “trail guide” for the next generation of educational visionaries, will explore the art of leading small schools. On Tuesday, April 14, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., The Grauer School will host an in-person and public book launch and signing in Meyer Hall. Guests are invited to RSVP for the event. “Seven years in the making, this book grew out of an epic journey of reflection, writing and conversation with educators around the world,” said Grauer. “Through vivid stories, from Baja and the Grand Canyon to forests, classrooms and communities closer to home, the book explores what becomes possible when schools are built as human-scale communities rooted in curiosity, connection and the wisdom of the natural world.” Early readers have hailed the book as “elegant,” “poignant” and “captivating.” Grauer’s expertise in education leadership is recognized regionally and globally. Before opening The Grauer School in 1991, he was principal of the International School of Basel in Switzerland and founding assistant director of Fairbanks Country Day. He has taught at both U.S. International University and the University of California, San Diego, specializing in international education and teacher development. He is a regular Chairman of School Evaluation Committees for the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). His ASCD Smartbriefs have been the most popular of the year, nationwide. He is the Founder of the Small Schools Coalition. He was awarded a Fulbright Educational Administration fellowship in 2007. He was named Peacemaker of the Year by Encinitas Rotary International and an Encinitas “Legendary Local,” as well as one of San Diego Magazine’s 50 People to Watch in 2008. Grauer was awarded The Author E. Hughes Career Achievement Award for 2014, which is the University of San Diego’s School of Leadership and Education Sciences’ top alumni honor. “We look forward to hosting Stuart for a special evening of stories, conversation and community as we celebrate the release of a book shaped by the spirit and people of The Grauer School,” said Dana Abplanalp-Diggs, M.Ed., head of school for The Grauer School. At the Grauer School’s book launch and signing, Grauer will be signing books, and guests will be able to bring a copy or purchase books on site. Both the paperback and a full-color hardcover gift edition will be available. The book is available for purchase now on IngramSpark and Amazon. To attend the book launch and signing, RSVP at www.grauerschool.com/book-launch-event. Learn more about The Grauer School by visiting www.grauerschool.com.

The Poway Symphony Orchestra will open its 2025-2026 concert season with "Dvořák in America" on Sunday, Nov. 16, 202,5 at 4 p.m. at the Poway Center for Performing Arts. Under the baton of Conductor John LoPiccolo, the orchestra will present Dvořák's sweeping masterpiece, Symphony No. 9 ("From the New World") and his passionate Cello Concerto, with acclaimed cellist Cello (Qiele) Guo as guest soloist. This concert promises to capture the heart of Dvořák’s time in America — filled with warmth, spirit and unforgettable melody. Visit: https://pcpa.na.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/19149 Poway Symphony Orchestra on Instagram and Facebook

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents the free Opening Reception for “Singing Colors” on Friday, March 6, 2026 from 5-8 p.m. at our Gallery in The Arts District Liberty Station, with over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The water-based media exhibition runs March 1-28. Gallery hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 11a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Please visit www.sdws.org for more information. San Diego Watercolor Society on Facebook / Instagram

Compulsion Dance and Theatre stages a new play about the night the Vietnam War draft lottery began.

The agreement signed Monday aims to increase revenues and balance the budget. But Republicans say it is a temporary solution to the state’s budget woes because it focuses too much on delaying spending and not enough on finding places to cut.