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The Trump administration says it plans to layoff about 80,000 workers at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Pam Bondi sought to move past questions about her handling of the Justice Department's files from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, as pressure continued to grow for her to release them.

On Sunday, February 16, 2025 mycophiles, educators, chefs, supportive businesses and dedicated mushroom amateurs, enthusiasts and professionals will gather at our Annual Fungus Fair in San Diego’s Balboa Park, continuing our mission to help educate our community, exchanging knowledge and celebrating all things fungi. The San Diego Mycological Society was established in 1997 and our group gathers for the many facets of fungi such as culinary, cultivation, identification, photography and art, ecology and more. We have monthly seminars, conduct classes, lead forays to find mushrooms, assist in mushroom identification, and share joy in commensality at member potlucks and chef prepared full course mushroom dinners. We put the fun in fungi! Visit: Fungus Fair 2025 San Diego Mycological Society on Instagram and Facebook

Concert Hour is a music enrichment series presented on the campus of Palomar College for our students, staff, and community by the Palomar College Performing Arts Department. Enjoy a range of exciting artists and musicians in the beautiful Howard Brubeck Theatre or Performance Lab D-10. The program is presented weekly during the Fall and Spring Semesters at 1 p.m. and ends at approximately 2 p.m. Admission and Parking are FREE. This Week’s Performing Arts Will Be Located in Performance Lab D -10 Paul Tseng and Ching-Ming Cheng **Paul Tseng (cello) has performed in venues such as Avery Fisher Hall, Carnegie Hall, and the Cairo Royal Opera House. He holds a master’s and bachelor’s Degree from Juilliard, and a Doctorate from the Peabody Institute of Music of Johns Hopkins University specializing in Prokofiev’s cello music. Paul has served as principal cellist for various professional orchestras and holds degrees from the Juilliard School. He has taught in multiple colleges and while performing as a recitalist, chamber musician, and concerto soloist. As a founding member of the Logos Trio and artistic director of the San Diego Music Society, he oversees the Music by the Sea Concert Series in Encinitas, CA and the Intimate Classics Concert Series at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. Dr. Ching-Ming Cheng (piano) professor and chair of the Music Department at CSU San Marcos, has been recognized with the Top Music Teacher Award from Steinway & Sons annually since 2016 and was inducted into their Teacher Hall of Fame in 2023. Originally from Taiwan, she began playing piano at five and has won several competitions, including a silver medal in the International Keyboard Odyssiad Piano Competition. Dr. Cheng holds degrees from National Taiwan Normal University and the University of Miami. An active performer, she has toured internationally and performed with various symphonies. She is also a dedicated faculty member, helping to expand the music department at CSUSM and establishing the first All-Steinway School in the region. Visit: Paul Tseng and Ching-Ming Cheng – Concert Hour Palomar Performing Arts on Instagram and Facebook

Movies can tell us a lot about what scares us. And ever since the U.S. dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the fear of nuclear war has reverberated across decades of film.

Our team looks back at the wellness experiences that stood out this year, offering ways to revitalize mind and body in San Diego.

The Frontwave Foundation invites you to be a force for good at the 2024 Charity Golf Tournament on Monday, Dec. 2, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Emerald Isle Golf Course in Oceanside. This isn’t just a day of golf — it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of veterans, families and individuals across Southern California. Whether you’re a golfer, a business owner or someone simply driven to give back, there are many ways to participate. Together, we can help fund essential financial literacy and education programs and support those who need it most. How You Can Make an Impact: • PLAY: Join solo or with a team for a day on the greens while supporting a worthy cause. • SPONSOR: Showcase your business with a customized sponsorship package. • DONATE: Contribute items or services to our silent auction or donate. • BID: Take part in our silent auction, where the Grand Prize is a VIP Suite (20 tickets) to the sold-out KSON Country Christmas Concert at Frontwave Arena on Dec. 7. “We’re proud to host this event as a platform for impactful giving,” said Chip Dykes, VP of Community Development at Frontwave and Vice Chairperson at the Frontwave Foundation. “By participating, you’re not only enjoying golf but helping us provide essential resources to strengthen our community.” Event Details: • Date: Monday, Dec. 2, 2024 • Time: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. PST • Location: Emerald Isle Golf Course, 660 S El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA 92057 Can’t attend? You can still make an impact by donating or participating in our silent auction. Bid on an unforgettable experience: a private suite for 20 at the sold-out KSON Country Christmas Concert at Frontwave Arena on Dec. 7. Click here to place your bid and secure your spot. Every action you take helps build brighter futures. For questions, contact Chip Dykes at 760-908-2322 or cdykes@frontwavecu.com. About the Frontwave Foundation The Frontwave Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3), was created to be a force for good and expand on the legacy of giving established by Frontwave Credit Union. Through its Give360 initiative, the foundation embraces a full-circle approach to support, offering grants, sponsorships and volunteer efforts to strengthen communities in San Diego, Riverside and San Bernardino counties. Its mission is to empower lives through collaboration, advocacy and education, creating lasting change for those who need it most. For more information, visit frontwavefoundation.com. About Frontwave Credit Union Frontwave Credit Union, a member-owned not-for-profit, serves over 124,000 members and manages over $1.4 billion in assets across San Diego, Riverside and San Bernardino counties. Founded in 1952 as Camp Pendleton Federal Credit Union, Frontwave has grown from eight members with $40 in assets to a leader in the industry, offering a full range of financial services, including checking, savings, loans, credit cards and financial planning. Frontwave has been named San Diego’s Best Credit Union four out of the last five years and Morongo Basin’s Best Bank for three consecutive years. It has also earned the Department of the Navy’s Distinguished Credit Union of the Year Award six times in the past eight years. The credit union is a 10-time recipient of the Peter Barron Stark Award for Workplace Excellence, with the most recent recognition in 2022. Visit: https://www.frontwavecu.com/Our-Mission/Our-Community/Events-Webinars/golftourney Frontwave Credit Union on Instagram and Facebook

Cisneros will appear at the 30th annual Writer's Symposium by the Sea. Also, we get a behind-the-scenes look at two musicals currently onstage in San Diego — "Wicked" and a new La Jolla Playhouse production, "3 Summers of Lincoln."

Upcycle Your Own Item! Learn to Carve & Block Print! Choose from upcoming dates: Thursday, March 6, 6-8 p.m. -or- Thursday, May 1, 6-8 p.m. Have you ever wanted to print your own designs on shirts and bags?! In this 2-hour workshop, you’ll learn the art of relief printing! Students will learn to design and carve their own linoleum stamp and block print an image onto fabric. We invite you to upcycle fabric from your own wardrobe or home for this class, so grab a well-loved favorite item or something that could use a fun refresh and begin imagining some fun designs you might carve and print! Because this class focuses on upcycling, please bring your own fabric to block print on. This can be clothing, a tote bag or something else. You may bring more than one item and the instructor can help you choose which to print on in class. We recommend you avoid fabrics that are especially thin, like satins and silks. All other tools and materials needed for this class will be supplied for use. This class is appropriate for ages 14 years and older. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts: Email us for more information. • Scholarships available: Click here for an application. • Homeschool funds accepted: Click here for enrollment details. • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.

Don't miss an immersive nostalgia party celebrating 2000s MTV Spring Break glory with live tribute band "It's Britney Beep" Experience, plus Y2K makeover station, music videos, costume contest, themed drinks, DJ playing throwbacks, dance party and surprises. Rep your hottest 2000s styled look and hit me baby one more time! ⚡️Check Out The Artist: "It's Britney Beep", The Live Band Tribute to Britney, as you remember her ⚡️Art & Vendors: Art Install by Red Thread Society Live Painting Toxic Doll Clothing Tooth Gems ⚡️How to Win the Costume Contest: In spring break style, we're inviting you on-stage to strut it on our catwalk - winner takes all! Wear your best 2000s inspired look from the Real Slim Shady to Paris Hilton to Blink 182 and beyond. Visit: https://dice.fm/event/xew2em-iconic-2000s-party-ft-its-britney-beep-11th-apr-adams-avenue-theater-san-diego-tickets It's Britney Beep on Instagram and Facebook