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Al Jazeera's Anas al-Sharif and five of his colleagues at the network were killed in an Israeli airstrike targeting Gaza's most recognized television journalist.

Join Cheetah Outreach Trust USA for a purrrfect afternoon at Monserate Winery in Fallbrook on May 17 from 11:30 – 2 p.m. Help support the conservation efforts of Cheetah Outreach Trust while enjoying a casual afternoon filled with wine, food, fun, and a silent auction, all to support the conservation of these amazing animals. Meet fellow wildlife enthusiasts, learn about COT's conservation efforts and programs, and contribute to a great cause. Your attendance will make a real difference in protecting these incredible creatures for generations to come. Attendees will have the exclusive opportunity to meet Bear, an Anatolian shepherd, before he leaves for South Africa to play a big part in COT’s program to help save free roaming cheetah and other predators. Date: Saturday May 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location: Monserate Winery 2757 Gird Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028 Ages: 21 + Tickets available at wildwonders.org or call 760-630-9230 Contact: Jackie Navarro Phone: (760) 630-9230 Email: wildwonders@att.net Wild Wonders | Bonsall CA on Facebook / Instagram Cheetah Outreach Trust USA on Facebook / Instagram

The Winter’s Tale, one of Shakespeare’s very late plays, is filled with improbabilities. Before the conclusion, one character comments that what we are about to see, “Were it but told you, should be hooted at / Like an old tale.” Kevin Manley is our director. Visit: https://www.folger.edu/explore/shakespeares-works/the-winters-tale/read/

Move For Their Thoughts (MoveFTT) is a 35 Day "move-a-thon" (1 mile or 20 minutes of activity) to fight against Alzheimer's and Dementia, raise funds for caregiver support and awareness about the challenges 100s of 1000s of families face as they care for a loved one with dementia. Hosted by 501c3 nonprofit, For Their Thoughts Foundation, 100% of proceeds improves the lives of dementia caregivers with financial relief, custom-made care navigation and hands-on dementia care education. Run, walk, bike, dance, yoga...just MOVE! - *non-mile moving activities, 20 minutes = 1 mile. WHAT: 35-day mile a day Challenge WHEN: April 27 - May 31 HOW: Create a team or move on your own WHERE: Sign up today at MoveFTT.org WHY: Lift caregivers, lift the stigma, lift each other! 1. Pick a pledge that works for YOU - Join for free and pledge to raise $100. - Choose from $1 per day ($35 total), $2 per day ($70) or $4 per day ($140) - EARN your daily pledge back everyday you successfully move a mile! 2. Join as an individual or grab friends, family, colleagues and create a team! 3. Are you a business? Gift your employees with this wellness event by sponsoring them to join. Sponsorship includes recognition of your dedication to staff wellness and dementia support. www.moveftt.org/sponsor

A federal EV tax credit worth up to $7,500 ends Sept. 30. But the IRS has just clarified that shoppers don't need to actually have the keys in hand by the deadline to get the credit.

Interested in learning robotics and computer programming? Then this class is for you! Participants will learn to program the Micro:bit microcontroller, a fun hand-held computer used to make robots! In addition to being small and portable, Micro:bits interact with each other, allowing students to write programs with friends during this fun, educational, and physically active class, led by The League of Amazing Programmers. Registration is required! Audience: Recommended for kids ages 9-14. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/introduction-robotics-using-microbits-429813

Learn how to weave with an expert textile artist from the San Diego Creative Weavers Guild! This class is targeted to homeschooling youth ages 8+. No prior experience required, and all materials will be provided. Registration is required! Audience: Recommended for kids ages 8+ Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/learn-weave-children-and-teens-ages-8-420348 San Diego Creative Weavers Guild on Instagram and Facebook

Calling all cinephiles, filmmakers and film festival enthusiasts! The Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts together with Alumni Relations at UC San Diego invites you to an interactive discussion exploring film festivals, featuring a panel of award-winning industry experts and UC San Diego alumni. Hear from panelists as they share their experience working as film festival founders and CEOs, independent filmmakers, producers, distributors, programmers and screeners for events like Slamdance and Sundance. Gain insight on selecting the right film festival opportunities, creating meaningful industry connections and more. Ask questions, network and learn how to navigate a film festival like a pro! This unique event will be held within the 2025 UC San Diego Film Festival, offering an exciting opportunity for attendees to also experience the talent of emerging filmmakers. __________________________________________________________________________________ Panelists/moderator: - Rachel Makana'aloha O Kauikeolani Nakawatase, Co-founder, San Diego Underground Film Festival - Ryan Betschart, Co-founder, San Diego Underground Film Festival - Duy Nguyen, Senior Producer, Picturehead (formerly Technicolor) - Ei Toshinari, Co-founder, Arbelos Films - Tonya Mantooth, CEO and Artistic Director, San Diego International Film Festival - Michael Trigilio, Director, Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts, Professor of Teaching, Department of Visual Arts, Multimedia Artist (film/video, sound, music) Event is free. Please RSVP! __________________________________________________________________________________ About the sponsors: The Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts, part of the School of Arts and Humanities, serves as the university’s hub for creative and academic advancement in culture, music, theater, film and the arts. The center provides access and opportunity for UC San Diego students and scholars to pursue their passion in cinematics arts through research, scholarship, teaching, production and exhibition of film and moving-image arts. Established in 2021, the program honors the memory of aspiring filmmaker Suraj Israni, who pursued film as a way to inspire social change. By registering for this event you agree to receive future correspondence from the Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts, from which you can unsubscribe at any time.

On Friday, May 9, 2025, at 8 p.m., join us for a once-in-a-lifetime tribute concert to three of Mexico's most iconic musical figures -- Vicente Fernández, Juan Gabriel, and Rocío Dúrcal -- at the Magnolia Theater in El Cajon. This special concert, titled "Tribute to Three Greats," will feature a stunning performance by Mariachi Champaña Nevin, a world-renowned ensemble led by composer and trumpeter Jeff Nevin, Ph.D., who is widely considered a leading proponent of classical mariachi music. This unforgettable evening will transport the audience through a collection of timeless songs from these legendary artists, each performance evoking deep memories and emotions. With a 14-piece Mariachi accompanied by a 10-piece symphony orchestra, the show promises to be an emotional celebration of Mexico's musical heritage. Mariachi Champaña Nevin, who has been performing together internationally for the past five years, will bring the sounds of Mexico to life in a unique and breathtaking way. This will be the group's first performance in San Diego this year. Producer and promoter Javier Lugo, who grew up listening to the music of Fernández, Gabriel, and Dúrcal, has big plans to take this tribute on the road to share their unforgettable legacy with even more audiences. Mariachi Champaña Nevin's repertoire, which includes original compositions by Jeff Nevin and stunning arrangements of classic mariachi music, will be a fitting tribute to these beloved icons Tickets Available Now

Jeff Berkley and John Katchur share a long history at the forefront of the local singer-songwriter brigade, and both continue to put out vibrant new tunes, showcasing masterful songwriting, superb guitar playing, and a deep audience connection. John Katchur, winner of the San Diego Music Award for Best Acoustic Performer, has performed as opening act for such legendary artists as Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, Steven Stills, Don McLean, Arlo Guthrie, and many others. As a performer, John has a strong reputation for impeccable and captivating delivery. The San Diego Troubadour magazine says, “John Katchur plays guitar with equal measures of grace, complexity, and fearless confidence with an unbelievably effortless, sonorous, aching voice.” Jeff Berkley is a native San Diego songwriter, musician, and producer who has left an indelible mark on the music world. Known for his soulful songwriting, masterful guitar work, and visionary production, he has collaborated with some of the industry’s most revered artists, including Jackson Browne, David Crosby, Jim Messina, Ben Harper, Indigo Girls, Bruce Cockburn, Bob Weir, Tim Flannery, Steve Poltz, Arlo Guthrie, Pete Seeger, and many more. Visit: Jeff Berkley and John Katchur Jeff Berkley on Instagram and Facebook John Katchur on Instagram