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Discover the ancient art of Qigong and its profound spiritual and health benefits! This immersive experience will guide you through gentle movements and powerful meditations, fostering a harmonious flow of Divine Light and vital life force (Ch’i) throughout your body. Qigong exercises are moving meditations that accentuate the natural energetic flows and rhythms of the auric field to keep you in body, mind and soul in harmony. Through the power of your aura, you manifest everything in life. Qigong enhances your aura to help embody the attributes of the Divine Light and walk in greater step with the cosmic dance of life. What you will experience: Gentle Qigong movements that release tension, improve circulation, and enhance flexibility. Movement of the Ch’i, similar to the health benefits of the meridian system in acupuncture. Release of energetic blockages that may be hindering your spiritual evolution. Tapping into the universal life force (often referred to as Fohat in esoteric traditions) to align with your highest purpose. Each session opens and closes with a Divine Light meditation. Wear comfortable clothing. If joining online, please leave space to perform the exercises presented. Amelie Catheline is a Qigong and Tai Chi teacher in North County San Diego, CA. She guides students to calm their mind through gentle movements and deepen the connection to their body. Amelie trained with Marie-Laure Jousset and Francois Maurios at Ecole Equilibre and Chemins de Vie, practicing Yang Shaohu style Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong of the Mindful Health since 2010. She studied at the White Dragon Martial Art School’s Yang Style Tai Chi for eight years reaching the Senior Black Fringe level. Spiritual Arts Institute on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for the inaugural KPBS San Diego Book Festival presented by the University of San Diego, Saturday, August 23, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Attendees will enjoy panel discussions with award-winning authors, activities, live entertainment, exhibitors including local authors, independent booksellers, and more. Let’s bring our community closer together through the shared experience of reading and discussing great books! The festival is a FREE event for book lovers of all ages. What to expect: The announcement of the 2025 One Book, One San Diego selections! More than 40 award-winning authors will participate in interactive panel sessions and book signings. New featured authors will be announced each week! For the young and young at heart, check out the youth reading stage and exploration area with hands-on activities. Meet PBS Kids beloved friends Clifford the Big Red Dog, Curious George and Cat in the Hat! Additional highlights include bilingual programming, poetry readings, live music and entertainment, exhibitors, and food trucks. Truly something for everyone! The Finest Podcast Live: Fact, Fiction and Fantasy - Featuring authors Moses Ose Utomi and Emily Greenberg: Be a part of the audience for a live taping of The Finest, KPBS' new podcast about the people, art and movements redefining culture in San Diego. Go behind the scenes of how a podcast is made, and dive into a lively conversation on truth, identity, storytelling and creativity with local authors Emily Greenberg ("Alternative Facts") and Moses Ose Utomi ("Daughters of Oduma," "The Lies of the Ajungo"). From pop culture- and politics-inspired experimental fiction to YA fantasy rooted in West African mythology, their work explores how societies — both real and imagined — wrestle with truth and lies, facts and fictions and what it all means for the stories we tell. The agenda above is subject to change. Please subscribe to the email list for updates. Learn more and register at: https://sdbookfestival.eventbrite.com

Bethune was one of four transitional kindergarten through eighth grade schools set to lose its middle school grades in the next two years.

Join Community Resource Center in celebrating 30 years of CRC’s Tea on Saturday, April 5, at Fairbanks Ranch Country Club! Tickets and tables are on sale now. Enjoy a delightful afternoon with traditional tea fare and an inspiring program as we come together to raise funds to help our neighbors in need. The CRC Tea features a silent auction, raffle and shopping gallery. Hats and pearls are welcome as we honor three decades of heartfelt support from those dedicated to changing lives! The CRC Tea sells out ... please don't wait to purchase your tickets! If you are interested in becoming a partner for event recognition, please contact us at development@crcncc.org. Visit: https://e.givesmart.com/events/GYJ/ Community Resource Center on Instagram and Facebook

Experience the rich traditions of Bird Singing, Bird Dancing, and Contest Dancing as we honor Indigenous culture. The event will feature a blessing by Jesse Pinto, a formal welcome from Chairman Curtis La Chusa, and a Flag Raising ceremony led by Bobby Wallace. Additionally, we invite you to explore a diverse selection of Native vendors and connect with community outreach organizations dedicated to supporting Indigenous communities. Come be part of this meaningful celebration; join us in celebrating Native American Heritage Day at the San Diego County Fair! San Diego County Fair on Facebook / Instagram

Stephen Nakagawa, a former Washington Ballet dancer, will be the new director of dance programming. The announcement comes five days after the Kennedy Center's previous chief was dismissed.

For centuries, we've known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how to make lifestyle choices that may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging. Visit: https://www.alz.org/sandiego

Tired of toxic politics? Tired of people in power speaking ill of our neighboring nations? So are we. Join us for a 30-minute orientation to the FRIENDS ACROSS BORDERS — a coalition rooted in the power of friendship — and help us plan a demonstration of unity across North America. Then stick around if you want to learn more about events being planned for August 16, A DAY OF INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP. On that day, peaceful, positive, creative demonstrations of cross-border friendship will take place across the continent. Come as you are. Bring your ideas. Whether you're new to Friends Across Borders or you've been around for a bit - this meeting is for you. Let’s build something beautiful — together. FRIENDS ACROSS BORDERS is fiscally sponsored by Friends of International Friendship Park, a nonprofit organization based in San Diego. To learn more about FRIENDS ACROSS BORDERS, or sign the Friendship Pledge, please visit us here. https://www.friendsxborders.org To learn more about the Friends of International Friendship Park, please go here. https://www.friendshippark.org FRIENDS ACROSS BORDERS on Facebook / Instagram Friends of International Friendship Park on Facebook / Instagram

The banned words list applies to all work done at the largest federal funder of clean energy technology.

The Due Process and Safety Ordinance will set "clear legal boundaries that protect residents, workers, and visitors regardless of immigration status, gender identity, disability, or healthcare decisions," according to a staff document from Councilman Sean Elo-Rivera's office.