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The report analyzed the career trajectories of more than 1.2 million students attending California's 327 two-year public and private institutions using U.S. Department of Education data.

Super hero wings return to Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial to support the Run For The Wall 35th Anniversary and the 50th Anniversary of the End of the Vietnam War. RFTW is an annual motorcycle ride from California to Washington D.C. Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall to honor veterans and call for an accounting of Prisoners of War (POW) and Missing In Action (MIA). The inaugural RFTW took place in San Diego, Calif., May 1989, led by U.S. Marine Corps veteran, James “Gunny” Gregory to bring awareness of the POW/MIA dilemma. Today, the RFTW is the largest and longest organized motorcycle ride of its kind in the world. The Honor Wings will be displayed at Mt. Soledad as they did for Honor Ride 2021- The impressive super hero steel wings are comprised of dog tag "feathers" that represent the MIA from the Vietnam War (1573 at present). Each dog tag is embossed with the name of the MIA veteran, branch of service, location last seen and date of disappearance-similar to the POW/MIA memorial bracelets concerned citizens wore during the Vietnam War in hopes of their return. The POW/MIA Wings is an art piece based on the wings that belong to the super heroine character LT Williams in the story "Purple Foxes United." The historical fiction story was inspired by the Son Tay raid, the most daring mission executed to save Prisoners of War. Many of the characters are based on legends of carrier aviation and Honor Flight San Diego alumni veterans. Local WWII child Prisoner of War, Tom Crosby (91) will convey his support and share his POW experience, then ride in a motorcycle escort to Ontario, Calif. to meet the main group of riders for the official RFTW cross-country kick-off. Tom and his family of five were held captive for 37 months shortly after the Japanese entered Manilla. “I’m so honored to participate in this event in support of the Run For The Wall as it is a tremendous undertaking the riders commit to each year to ensure the Prisoners of War and Missing In Action are never forgotten. May God be with them,” stated Tom Crosby.

Join Improv Troupe Kid Goblin for "How the Goblin Stole Christmas: An Improv Show," where festive cheer meets mischievous mayhem. This fully improvised holiday adventure will take you on a hilarious and unpredictable journey filled with quick wit, quirky characters, and side-splitting twists. Perfect for anyone who wants to add a little goblin mischief to their Christmas season, this show promises laughter, surprise, and a touch of holiday magic. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind festive performance! About Kid Goblin: In 2022, six lifelong friends with decades of combined improv experience came together with a shared mission: to spread joy through laughter. And thus, Kid Goblin was born! With boundless creativity and quick thinking, founders Chanel, Joel, Spencer, Mateo, Sara, and Itzel craft a new show every time they hit the stage. From the depths of the underworld and onto the stage, Kid Goblin whisks audiences away to another realm of long-form improv. Based in San Diego, California, this powerhouse team brings infectious energy and comedic prowess to every performance, leaving audiences craving more. Visit: https://newvillagearts.org/event/how-the-goblin-stole-christmas-an-improv-show/ Kid Goblin Improv on Instagram

Since its appearance at ArtPower in 2017, the “elegant and bold, inventive and joyful.” (Times Union) Malpaso Dance Company has become one of the most sought after Cuban dance companies with a growing international profile. Emphasizing a collaborative creative process, Malpaso is committed to working with top international choreographers while also nurturing new voices in Cuban choreography. Visit: Malpaso Dance Company Malpaso Dance Company on Instagram and Facebook

Spanish Nights: A Concert of Passion and Fire - Carmen, Bolero, and More! The Grossmont Symphony Orchestra welcomes its new conductor, San Diego Symphony Orchestra violinist and Mainly Mozart Director, Hernan Constantino. Welcome Hernan and join us for an unforgettable evening of Spanish music and culture as we present Spanish Nights: A Concert of Passion and Fire. Our orchestra will take you on a journey through the works of Ravel, Bizet, and de Falla, featuring some of the most iconic and beloved pieces in the Spanish repertoire. From the seductive rhythms of Ravel’s Bolero to the dramatic flair of Rimsky-Korsakov’s Capriccio Espagnole, and from the haunting beauty of Bizet’s Carmen, this concert promises to be an unforgettable experience. Don't miss this opportunity to be transported to the sun-kissed hills and vibrant cities of Spain, where music and passion come alive. Get your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable night of Spanish music and culture! Visit: https://gcccd.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1882

Assistance League of Greater San Diego will hold its annual Treasure Bazaar on March 29 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and March 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. We are located at 108 University in Hillcrest. Extraordinary (pre-loved) signed art, sterling and gold jewelry, vintage and designer clothing and furs, table linens, artifacts from all over the world, vintage toys, hats, coats, wall hangings and other special treasures, will be on sale at great prices! Come early so you won’t miss the perfect pieces to make you happy! We operate an all-volunteer, award-winning thrift shop, supporting local philanthropies to help the underserved. Enjoy guilt-free shopping because the money you spend goes to help our less fortunate neighbors. We are a nonprofit organization and have over 250 volunteer members. We are celebrating our 60th year anniversary and our mantra is "Helping People Thrive Since 1965”! Philanthropies Supported by Assistance League of Greater San Diego: OPERATION SCHOOL BELL – We provide clothing and school supplies for underserved students in our community to help them look and feel their best, ensuring they are engaged in education and they thrive academically, regardless of their circumstances. COMMUNITY SUPPORT – We provide clothing and supplies to unhoused people (both children and adults), victims of domestic abuse, foster youth, refugee families, community resource centers, and victims of emergencies such as floods and fires. ENRICHING FOSTER YOUTH – We help to expose foster youth to the arts with a focus on visual arts, music and performing arts in local venues by partnering with local foster organizations. BOOK BUDDIES – We assist students to become lifelong learners by collaborating with their teachers to encourage reading by practicing reading either in person or online in a one on one or group setting. OPERATION LOANER HEARING AID – We provide short term loaner hearing aids for newborns to young adults up to 21 who are waiting for replacements which can take 6 months. We also provide long term use for low-income families and children with significant hearing loss. We partner with San Diego United School District (East and South Counties) and SDSU Audiology Department. SNEAKERS FOR MILITARY PRESCHOOLERS – We provide sneakers, Bombas socks, sweatshirts, pants, pajamas, sunsuits and jackets for children of enlisted military personnel in partnership with STEP (Support the Enlisted Program). TWAIN HIGH SCHOOL – We provide recognition events to support students in this alternative high school program on the main campus, Mira Mesa, Morse, Crawford and Hoover High School campuses. We also provide financial scholarship support for students attending one of San Diego’s community colleges. UPPER DIVISION SCHOLARSHIPS – We provide scholarships for fulltime students who have completed community college and are transitioning to an accredited college or university in pursuit of a four-year degree or continuing in those community colleges that offer baccalaureate degrees.

A house is more than a container for the things we spend a lifetime collecting, storing, arranging, and insuring. It is the repository of our memories, the life we spend there. We will make an accordion book with text and images of your home and/or family members or ancestors that reflect your perceptions, memories, family relations, and personal history. The structure of the pages will reflect the book’s subject, with openings that represent doors, windows, and the movement from room to room inside a house. Materials: Cutting knife, stylus (for scoring), sharp pencils, a good eraser (Pink Pearl is good), glue (UHU glue stick or PVA & brush or small roller), 12” ruler, scissors. In addition, you will want to bring room layout drawings, photographs, and/or black-and-white-on-paper printouts of your home or other drawings of the interior or exterior (sizes to be emailed once you have registered). Optional/recommended: 12” centering ruler, bench hook with cutting mat (9” x 12” cutting mat size is ideal), bone folder. Materials for the pages and cover will be provided to create the books. If you do not have personal images or drawings, images relating to “house-ness” will be available for completing the book. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/class/72 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Edith Edmunds, who is 99 years old, the art of quilt making is inextricably linked to the Black struggle for freedom. That's why she plans to be sewing Thursday on Juneteenth.

The national tour of “Wicked” has landed in San Diego. Join us backstage to meet the actor bringing Elphaba to life and discover what it takes to embody the iconic green witch.

Our roundup of arts and culture to discover in San Diego this month: Visual art, music, theater, dance, outdoor festivals, books, film and more. Up next: The Rosin Box Project's women choreographers showcase; "Land and Sea" at MCASD; Omar Sosa; Sacra/Profana; San Diego Short Film Festival; Ron Currie; and Domonique King's "Get Hammered."