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During his residency of the famed Blue Note jazz club in New York, the OutKast-rapper-turned-flutist showed us why New Blue Sun is both less and more than that question.

The mundane becomes mesmerizing in David Fincher's dark comedy, which tracks every detail of a hit man's routine: the scheduled naps, the fast-food runs, the yoga stretches he does to stay limber.

Join Solana Center for this 2-hour presentation where you will learn the basics of traditional composting and get an introduction to bokashi, a fermentation method that will enable you to compost all your food waste, including meat, dairy, and liquids. This “pre-composting” process uses an inoculant of effective microbes to preserve kitchen scraps until you’re ready to incorporate them into your soil or compost bin. Learn how bokashi can be used to increase your organic waste diversion and enrich your soil microbiome. You must register here to attend. Residents of unincorporated County of San Diego will receive preferential registration. All others will be placed on a waitlist and notified of space available 1-2 weeks before the workshop. In this workshop, we will cover * What is composting and why it is so important * What tools and materials you’ll need * What is bokashi, how does it work, and what are its benefits? * Successfully fermenting your food scraps with bokashi * Methods for composting bokashi-treated materials Stay Social! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Israel's military said it is still fighting Hamas militants in southern Israel after they broke through the Gaza border to launch an unprecedented wave of attacks. Israel responded with air strikes.

The Green Living Tour is a bi-monthly, one-hour tour at our home-base in Encinitas that showcases sustainability in action. On the tour, our knowledgeable Eco Team docents walk you through our worm bins, greywater systems, innovative compost projects, tool lending library, water-wise garden, and more simply, DIY, climate-friendly solutions. Find inspiration for your at-home sustainability projects, learn more about Solana Center and our programs, and meet other Eco-Stewards in your neighborhood! If you are interested in buying composting supplies or borrow tools, our store and lending shed will be open. If you wish to make a purchase after the tour, we encourage you to buy your items online beforehand to ensure we will have the items in stock. We also encourage you to bring your e-waste to drop off! Tour is free with a $15 suggested donation. For individuals and groups of 6 or less, sign up through this page to reserve your spot here. Space is limited. For groups of more than 6, email Solana Center to set up a private tour for a nominal fee. Stay Social! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Israel has already allowed civilians to use a "humanitarian corridor" into southern Gaza in the past week. Thousands of Palestinians have managed to use this time to head south.

Join Solana Center for this 1-hour webinar where you will learn the basics of traditional backyard composting. Using trial-tested advice and demonstrations, experienced educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a bin that fits your needs and lifestyle. The webinar will be recorded, and the recording will be available for 2 weeks to City of Encinitas residents only. This webinar will cover: - What is composting and why it is so important - Various types of compost bin options and how to pick which one works best for your needs - What tools and materials you’ll need - Which items are compostable and which are not - How to build a compost pile Register in advance here! Made possible with generous funding from City of Encinitas. Follow on Socials! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Join Solana Center for this 1-hour webinar where you will learn the basics of traditional backyard composting. Using trial-tested advice and demonstrations, our experienced educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a bin that fits your needs and lifestyle. In this webinar, we will cover: What is composting and why it is so important Various types of compost bin options and how to pick which one works best for your needs What tools and materials you’ll need Which items are compostable and which are not How to build a compost pile NOTE: This webinar will be spoken fully in Spanish. Please visit our events page for other English workshops/webinars. Made possible through generous funding by the City of San Diego. Follow on Socials! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Join Solana Center for this 2-hour workshop at Weidner's Gardens where you will learn the basics of traditional backyard composting. Using trial-tested advice and demonstrations, our experienced educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a bin that fits your needs and lifestyle. This webinar will cover: What is composting and why it is so important Various types of compost bin options and how to pick which one works best for your needs What tools and materials you’ll need Which items are compostable and which to avoid How to build, maintain, and troubleshoot a compost pile Register in advance here. Made possible with generous funding from City of Encinitas. Social Media Solana Center: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Weidner's Gardens: Facebook & Instagram

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