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Kevin Inman Thursday, May 22 from 2–5 p.m. (1 day, 3 total hours of instruction) On location in Sherman Heights This plein air painting class is taught on location in beautiful San Diego. Enjoy the golden afternoon light in the vibrant downtown neighborhood of Sherman Heights. The Villa Montezuma is a 19th century Victorian mansion set on a hill overlooking the city skyline and the bay. Join San Diego landscape painter Kevin Inman to learn how to paint spontaneously, simplify a complex subject, and enjoy the moment. Topics include color mixing, design, and how to let go of your inner critic. Materials: Recommended oil or acrylic colors (Gamblin and Rembrandt paints): Limited palette: Alizarin Crimson Permanent, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White. This palette saves money but limits your options in advanced painting techniques. Basic palette: Cadmium Yellow Medium (or Hue), Cadmium Yellow Deep (or Hue), Cadmium Red Medium (or Hue), Alizarin Crimson Permanent, Ultramarine Blue, Cerulean Blue Hue, Titanium White, Burnt Umber, or preferred alternatives. Recommended but optional palette: Ivory Black, Burnt Sienna, Yellow Ochre. Brushes: a range of brushes from #2 on up. I prefer hog bristle flats and filberts. Other: cup or jar for solvent; paper towels; palette or paper palette pad; Gamsol or Turpenoid; linseed oil or Gamblin Solvent-free Gel; sketchbook; pencil; vine charcoal; palette knife; gloves; travel easel or pochade box; hat and sunscreen. Supports: stack of inexpensive materials for quick studies and exercises, such as a five-pack of Blick canvas boards, size 8” x 10” or 11” x 14”, an Arches oil paper pad, or a canvas pad. Two larger canvas boards or stretched canvases, 11” x 14” to 16” x 20”, for longer projects. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

DOGE recently gained high-level access to a database that controls government payments and loans to farmers and ranchers across the U.S.

The U.S. House voted Thursday on a rescission bill to claw back money for foreign aid programs, along with the next two years of funding for the public media system. The measure now goes to the Senate.

While mostly symbolic, the move to revoke security clearances for over a dozen former officials has been seen as a warning to President Trump's adversaries.

Budget reconciliation may not be catchy, but it's been a vital tool for many presidents, including Ronald Reagan, whose first federal budget was a watershed in the history of federal fiscal policy.

The town of Swannanoa is a mess after Helene. Some businesses may never reopen — including the only grocery store. "Swannanoa is a food desert," says the head of a nonprofit that brings in fresh food.

Cinema Under The Stars presents "Flirting with Disaster" Friday, March 14 at 8 p.m. Saturday, March 15 at 8 p.m. Cinema Under The Stars 4040 Goldfinch Street San Diego, CA 92103 Phone: 619-295-4221 Website: www.topspresents.com "Flirting with Disaster" (1996. 93 min. R) - Inspired lunacy from director David O. Russell. Ben Stiller headlines this screwball, whacked-out road comedy about a man’s frenzied search for his biological parents. The All-Star supporting cast includes Patricia Arquette, Mary Tyler Moore, Alan Alda, Lily Tomlin, George Segal and Richard Jenkins. Cinema Under the Stars is an intimate outdoor movie theater in Mission Hills with single and double zero-gravity reclining lounge chairs, sky-boxes and love seat cabanas. Heaters, pillows and blankets are provided. A vintage cartoon is shown before most films. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. Members may make phone reservations up to one week in advance. Online reservations for Members begin on Mondays at 9 a.m. Online reservations for Non-Members begin on Tuesdays at 9 a.m. The box office opens at 6 p.m, Fridays - Sundays. Admission Prices: Members - $17. Non-members (at the box office) - $18. Non-members (with online reservations) - $20. Annual Memberships - $125 (for two people). Pay with Cash, Checks, or Venmo. All concessions are $3.00 each Free popcorn for Members. Reservations must be cancelled by 5 p.m. online, or call the Cinema before 6 p.m. Come early to avoid a line. For more information, call (619) 295-4221, or visit the website (www.topspresents.com)

Join us for an exquisite Mountain Sunset Wine Dinner in the Cornfeather Suite at the TERI Campus of Life, featuring a curated four-course menu by Chef Peter Moceri with expertly paired selections from J. Brix Wines. Set against a breathtaking mountain sunset, this exclusive dining experience leads into the high-energy Piano Smash Show at The Bornemann Theatre. Evening Highlights -Expert Wine Pairings – Delight in a perfectly paired wine selection with each course, showcasing the nuanced complexity of J. Brix Wines. From the crisp minerality of “Limestone + Schist” Chardonnay to the effervescent charm of “Cobolorum” Pèt Nat, every sip enhances the flavors of the evening’s menu. View the full dinner menu here. -Scenic Sunset Dining – Experience the beauty of the San Marcos hills at golden hour, creating the ideal setting for an intimate and unforgettable culinary journey. -Pre-Show Indulgence – Following dinner, immerse yourself in the high-energy Piano Smash Show at The Bornemann Theatre, a one-of-a-kind performance that blends music, fun, and audience interaction. About the Presenters: -J. Brix Wines: A family-owned winery dedicated to producing alive wines from soulful California vineyards, embracing the philosophy of "Only Love." -Chef Peter Moceri: As the Food and Beverage Director at TERI Common Grounds Café, Chef Pete brings a wealth of culinary expertise, focusing on creating memorable dining experiences that celebrate local flavors. Reserve Your Seat Now -Limited seating available. Secure your place for this extraordinary evening of fine wine, gourmet cuisine, and live entertainment. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to savor handcrafted wines, inspired dishes, and an unforgettable night of entertainment—all under a breathtaking mountain sunset. Visit: https://events.humanitix.com/mountain-sunset-wine-experience?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaa1iATjCxR_Lc2Yiv5t3eUqKXCaxHe0HcvwWZ-ijRI5pfQf4vn3MtvCQbU_aem_iowWHESGFRiubyIp2Q1gHg

The San Diego Excursion is a repeat of the 1915 San Diego Road Race Centennial Celebration. Please join us on January 12th from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. to see over 50 vintage cars driving through Bankers Hill and Mission Hills as they travel to Point Loma to reenact the route used in the 1915 Point Loma road race, which was put on in conjunction with the start of the Panama-California. We'll leave the Automotive Museum in Balboa Park at 9AM and travel along the streets shown on the attached map. We’d love to wave and honk our old horns as a way of saying thanks for coming out to view the cars go by. You can stage anywhere along the route shown on the attached flier. Visit: San Diego Excursion and Centennial Race through Point Loma San Diego Automotive Museum on Instagram

President Donald Trump on Monday signed the Take It Down Act, bipartisan legislation that enacts stricter penalties for the distribution of non-consensual intimate imagery, sometimes called “revenge porn,” as well as deepfakes created by artificial intelligence.