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President-elect Donald Trump has said his tariffs will raise revenues, boost U.S. jobs, and help stop the drug trade. But some of these goals are at odds with the others.

Seasonal employees counting on housing at Yosemite were asked to volunteer for the park while the government was unable to onboard them at the start of the summer.

Books Through Bars San Diego fulfills thousands of book requests from incarcerated people nationwide. Volunteers ship books and write letters in response.

Art Scene West presents its upcoming Abstract Exhibition with an Opening Reception to celebrate the artists, gallery, and their wonderful display of unique artwork from all around the country. There will be music played live inside the gallery, and refreshments and snacks for guests while they last. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/abstract-exhibition-opening-reception-tickets-1030499701347 Art Scene West on Instagram and Facebook

The ruling marked a win for civil liberties groups who say the mandate violates the separation of church and state, and that displays would isolate students — especially those who are not Christian.

On February 22, the AFSD welcomes three authors: Vanina Joulin-Batejat, Claude Koehl, and Kitty Morse, whose diverse backgrounds and literary styles promise a rich and engaging experience for attendees. The event will be animated by Daria Samokhina, our book club coordinator. Program: 2 p.m.: Q&A session animated by Daria Samokhina 3 p.m.: book signing and meet the authors Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to attend. Free for members, $5 donation for non members to support our association. The event can be attended with minors. They remain under the responsibility of the parents at all times. Address: 6390 Greenwich Dr, #185, San Diego, CA 92122 More about the authors - Vanina Joulin-Batejat brings her expertise as an international consultant and Executive Coach to her first novel “A la Recherche du Sens Perdu”, blending personal experiences and her experiences in intercultural business development with her passion for storytelling. Vanina explores universal themes with great sensitivity, while offering a hard-hitting reflection on the human condition and contemporary challenges. Through these interwoven narratives, the novel offers a veritable autopsy of our societies, questioning notions of resilience, identity and the quest for meaning. Her work reflects her deep understanding of human connections and cultural dynamics. - Claude Koehl, a trailblazer in intercultural communication, will discuss her book The American Way of Life: The Foreigners’ Perspective. Drawing on over 20 years of experience, Claude founded Intercultural Services in 1994 to enhance cross-cultural leadership and communication skills, aiding global employees in navigating cultural differences and adapting to new environments. Her book reflects her personal journey and professional insights, offering a unique perspective on life in a new country. With a Master’s in Social Psychology and degrees in Teaching, Health Promotion, and Organizational Development, Claude is fluent in English, French, German, and Italian, and continues to perfect her Spanish. - Kitty Morse, an award-winning author born in Casablanca, Morocco, intertwines personal history and culinary heritage in Bitter Sweet: A Wartime Journal and Heirloom Recipes from Occupied France. Inspired by family documents discovered after her mother’s passing in 2017, the memoir delves into her great-grandfather’s journal detailing the German advance in Le Grand Est (Alsace/Lorraine) in 1940, and her great-grandmother’s notebooks containing 65 heirloom recipes. The story unfolds in Nancy and "Châlons-en-Champagne," blending the cuisine bourgeoise of her Ashkenazi ancestors with poignant family history. Kitty’s maternal great-grandmother, Blanche Lévy-Neymarck, perished in Auschwitz, leaving a legacy of resilience, memory, and culinary artistry. More about Daria Samokhina Daria graduated in French literature at Notre Dame (MA) and Stanford (Ph.D.). In 2008, she moved to San Diego, where she currently lives, sharing her love for French language, culture, and literature with her students, family, and friends. Visit: https://www.afsandiego.org/events-1/rencontre-dauteurs-et-dedicaces-2 Alliance Francais San Diego 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 The Cal Poly Pomona Piano Ensemble is directed by GRAMMY® Award-winning pianist Nadia Shpachenko, who often performs with the group. The Piano Ensemble performs repertoire for piano 4-hands, duo-piano and for 3-20 keyboard players on multiple instruments, which include pianos, toy pianos, and harpsichords. The Collaborative Piano Ensemble also collaborates with singers and instrumentalists. In addition to performing repertoire from the classical canon, the group’s mission is to program and promote newly-written piano ensemble repertoire and to collaborate with contemporary composers. Most recently the Cal Poly Pomona Piano Ensemble worked with composers Zoltan Almashi, William Alves, Armando Bayolo, Madelyn Byrne, Nimrod Borenstein, Martin Bresnick, Tom Flaherty, Dai Fujikura, Christopher Jessup, Thomas Kotcheff, James Matheson, Evgeni Orkin, Tristan Perich, John Proulx, Samara Rice, Michael Roth, Jonathan Russell, Isaac Schankler, Adam Schoenberg, William Susman, Alex Weiser, Jack Van Zandt, and others. They recently toured many newly-written works in Boston, Florida, New York and California, and made many recordings, often in collaboration with professional guest artists. Visit: Dr. Nadia Shpachenko-Gottesman – Concert Hour Nadia Shpachenko on Instagram and Facebook

Westwind Brass (san diego state university MUSIC DEPARTMENT) will perform a kaleidoscopic set of many styles and from many composers...rich Baroque sonorities of Handel and Bach to music of other cultures and including serious art music of jazz artist Dizzy Gilespie and Thelonious Monk. For the complete program being performed go to the HVCCA website.

The remnants of the fire-damaged Oceanside Pier are set to be cleaned up, including the pier's hammerhead, what is left of the old Ruby's diner and the Brine Box food kiosk.

Directed by Doug Oliphant In present-day America, when four childhood friends reunite to sit shiva for the toxic father figure who failed to teach them how to mourn or love, they gather in a dank basement filled with unresolved secrets and past failures. Through sharp dialogue and intense emotion, The Treehouse explores the complexities of friendship, family, and the burdens of unaddressed grief. It is a raw, cathartic experience that invites audiences to reflect on their unspoken truths. Visit: https://www.theoldglobe.org/smartseat/?itemNumber=26110#/ The Old Globe on Instagram and Facebook