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Vermicomposting (worm composting) has a benefit for everyone, whether you want to divert kitchen scraps from the landfill, compost in small spaces, or create a natural fertilizer for your plants. Join us at the San Diego Botanic Garden to learn how to start and maintain a happy home for red wiggler worms. In this workshop, we will cover:* Benefits of composting with worms* Tools, materials, and steps to start a vermicompost bin* How to feed your worms and which foods are suitable* Troubleshooting and maintaining your worm bin* Harvesting and using finished castings* Composting benefits for your garden and living a greener life include:* Save money on purchased worm castings and soil amendments* Lower your contribution to landfills* Increase soil health & soil microbiome* Increase water retention in soilPlease note, access to the gardens are not included in workshop admission.Thanks to our host, the San Diego Botanic Garden.Visit: All About Composting with Worms Workshop – EncinitasSan Diego Botanic Garden on Instagram and Facebook

The San Diego Automotive Museum and the San Diego Blood Bank are teaming up to save lives through their annual blood drive on March 8 from 10 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. The event will take place in the Ray Brock Hall of Fame on the second floor of the museum, located at 2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA 92101.Last year’s drive made a significant impact, with 40 draws helping to save around 120 lives, thanks to the generosity of community donors. As a token of appreciation, all donors will receive a free family membership to the San Diego Automotive Museum, which guarantees free unlimited admission for one year for two adults and four children in the same household as well as two guest passes. While appointments are preferred for participation in this life-saving initiative, walk-ins are also welcome, subject to availability.The San Diego Blood Bank must collect more than 350 units of blood each day to meet the needs of local patients throughout Southern California. Blood donations help those facing life-threatening conditions, including cancer, severe burns, trauma, emergency surgeries, organ transplants, and childbirth complications. Just one pint of blood can save three patients. All blood types are needed.Individuals who are interested in donating blood at this blood drive are encouraged to create an appointment online at https://www.mysdbb.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/83280. A photo ID will be required during check-in at the event.For more information on blood donation or to check eligibility please visit https://sandiegobloodbank.org/. For more information on the San Diego Automotive Museum, their events, and installations please visit https://sdautomuseum.org/. About the San Diego Automotive Museum: Since 1988, the mission of the San Diego Automotive Museum is to tell the story of the social and technological past, present, and future of motorized vehicles throughout its collections, exhibitions, and educational programs. For more information, please visit www.sdautomuseum.org.

Sunday, June 15, from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.Come and explore the gorgeous natural blue of indigo in this Fiber Fest Sunday workshop. Students will learn a range of shibori dye resist processes in this hands-on, creative workshop, including tegumo (spiderweb), ori nui (stitched), and itajime (clamped) shibori methods. We will be using a natural indigo vat to dye a bamboo scarf and better understand the process and symbiotic relationship with indigo dye and this traditional textile surface design.Students will acquire the basic techniques to continue their journey into creating beautiful, unique textiles.This class is appropriate for ages 14+ years old.No prior experience necessary. All ages welcome!All materials included.This workshop is part of Craft Collective’s 2nd annual Fiber Fest! Join in the main day of festivities on Saturday, June 14th, for a day filled with fiber fun! It’ll be a vibrant celebration of natural textiles and sustainability, bringing together fiber artists, artisans, sustainability advocates, and local farmers. On June 14th, we’ll host a live demonstration of sheep shearing, more live artist-artisan demonstrations, interactive craft for families, artist vendors, food and more. This event is designed to build community within the Southern California Fibershed, showcasing the journey of natural textiles from sheep to finished fabric. Learn more here!• Military, first responders and sibling discounts• Scholarships availableVisit: Natural Indigo Dye & Shibori Techniques WorkshopSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Skip the lines and shop the hottest deals of the year during Gelson's Online-Only Black Friday Sale, running from November 29 to December 2. Enjoy exclusive savings on all your favorite products—from fresh produce to everyday essentials—all from the comfort of your home. Quickly find grocery items, save time, and take advantage of free pick-up on orders of $35 or more, or opt for delivery to your door.This year’s specials include wild-caught jumbo shrimp at $9.99 per pound, fresh blackberries for only $3.99, La Croix 12-packs (selected varieties) at $4.49 each, Gelson’s fresh all-natural chicken breast tenders for just $4.99 per pound, High Noon Spirit Cocktails 8-pack (selected varieties) for $16.99, and Bumblebee Solid White Tuna (selected varieties) for 2/$3.Plus, save an additional $20 on orders of $125 or more on shop.gelsons.com with code BLACKFRIDAY (terms apply).For more information, visit https://www.gelsons.com/.

Medicaid cuts loom over House Republicans' budget reconciliation. Rep. Jeff Hurd, R-Colo. says the "right reforms," like work requirements and stopping "improper" spending, could save money.

Learn to Knit this Season!Saturdays, May 10, 17, 24, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.In this workshop series students will knit a cowl, work with natural yarns and acquire a lifelong skill. Students will learn knitting basics including casting on, the knit and purl stitches, casting off, simple sewing and finishing techniques. No experience necessary. Ages 14+ welcome. Students bring knitting needles, size 15 (10mm) (wood or bamboo recommended); bulky/chunky yarn, about 138 yds (wool or wool blend recommended), and a crochet hook, any size (for picking up dropped stitches).For ideas for purchasing yarn, a great local yarn store, Apricot Yarn, offers super bulky Malabrigo Yarn ‘Rasta’ that works well for this class. Instructor Bianca Rennick will have additional yarn available for purchase.• Military, first responders and sibling discounts:• Scholarships available• Homeschool funds accepted• 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.Visit: 3-Week Knitting Fundamentals CourseSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Learn the Art of Intarsia Woodworking!Saturday, May 10 or August 16, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.Join us in the woodshop for this 5-hour intarsia woodworking workshop!Intarsia is a woodworking technique that involves the use of varied shapes of wood to create an image or pattern. In this class, we will cover shop safety and how to use a scroll saw, as well as best practices for sanding and finishing.Students will choose from a template to transfer to their wood, creating a mosaic-like decorative wall piece. Template options will be provided, and may be altered and edited based on skill level.At the end of the workshop, each student will leave with their own intarsia project.Materials are provided. We recommend students bring their own eye protection, ear protection & apron, but we have some for borrow if needed. Aprons for sale here.No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome. Students are welcome to bring a lunch or snack for a break mid-class.• Military & first responders discounts• Scholarships available• 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.Visit: Woodworking l Scroll Saw Skills & Intarsia San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Chaired by Anna Haudenschild Meier, Jennifer Nelson, and Alex High, The Avant Garde Ball invites you to celebrate the fusion of art, music, and fashion in a way that San Diego has never experienced before. Save the date—Saturday, May 3, 2025—for a night of self-expression, where art extends beyond the gallery walls and MCASD transforms into a living runway. Guests are encouraged to let the works of contemporary art inspire their Avant Garde attire—fashion as bold, captivating, and expressive as the pieces on display.Please note: The Avant Garde Ball is a 21+ event.TicketsMCASD on Instagram and Facebook

President Trump and the first lady welcomed an estimated 40,000 people to the South Lawn of the White House on Monday for its annual Easter egg roll event. The annual tradition dates back to the presidency of Rutherford B. Hayes, and save for war and food shortages, has been a mainstay of Pennsylvania Avenue since 1878.

Life doesn’t always go according to plan. Many people set powerful intentions in January, only to feel stuck or discouraged by March. This can lead to a cycle of self-doubt and inaction, making it easy to give up on goals altogether. Join us and get back on track—your dreams and ambitions don’t have an expiration date.Best Year Ever Workshop:Reset & Realign – Getting Back on Track to Make 2025 Your Best Year YetWhen: Saturday, April 26, at 11 a.m. or May 1, at 3 p.m.Where: Online via Zoom (Recording will be made available to ticketholders)This 2-hour experience helps you course-correct with clarity–without guilt or pressure. It’s an opportunity to take stock of where you are, realign with your values and goals, and build a clear, actionable plan that creates real shifts in how you approach your goals, your time, and your energy.Why Attend:Reconnect with your original intentions and values for 2025.Identify what’s working and what needs to shift to move forward effectively.Release distractions and misalignment that have derailed your progress.Create a clear plan to stay on track and finish the year strong.Anchor your vision with a powerful future-self-visualization meditation.What You’ll Get:A clear understanding of where you are and what needs to shift.A revised personal blueprint for staying aligned and committed.Tools for sustained focus and intentional decision-making in Q2 and beyond.A renewed sense of motivation, alignment, and direction.Included Free With Registration:Intention Setting Workbook: A strategic guide to align your goals and clear roadblocks.Weekly Intentions Tracker: A blueprint to turn weekly intentions into unstoppable momentum.Follow-Up Session with Lisane: Ensure your success with a follow-up group session that helps remove roadblocks and keeps you on your path to a transformational 2025.Lifetime Access to our Resource Library: Our exclusive community resources will help you set and keep your goals for 2025 and beyond.Customizable AI Prompts: Exclusive prompts to keep you inspired, focused, and consistently moving toward your goals.Lifetime Community Support: Connect with peers in the Intention Setting group who will inspire and support you.Reserve your spot now!Save 20% with code “thrive25” by 4/21/25Testimonials:• I Highly Recommend Shaping Freedom's Events, They Are Worth Every Penny. I've attended the 3-day Shaping Freedom event and an Online Goal Setting event that was led by Lisane, and I must say that Lisane has a true gift of speaking life into each attendee with amazing listening skills and insight that is specific to each person's situation and she makes each person feel heard and seen. The life tools that she shares will change your life and she makes them palatable so that you want to take action when you leave. I highly recommend Shaping Freedom's events, they are worth every penny and I will surely be attending more in the future! Thank you Lisane, you are amazing!! PS: I purchased candles and a yogamat, and they are fantastic. I love mv mat so much I'm orderina a second one.-Kathy C.• Gave Me The Jumpstart To Make Huge Changes In My Life.I met Lisane many years ago and always knew that I wanted to work with her. In 2020, in the midst of COVID I was feeling very unfulfilled in my personal relationship and my career. I am use to setting and achieving goals each year, which was difficult to do when the world shut down. I joined Lisane's program and I'm so happy I did. It gave me the jumpstart to make huge changes in my life. With her support, I finally obtained my Crossfit L-1 Trainer Certificate.Something I was trying to achieve for a few years but limiting beliefs held me back. From there it was a domino effect. I moved back to NYC, found my dream job, let go of a relationship that was draining my soul and relocated to Florida to start a beautiful new chapter in my life. Yes, I put in the work but Lisane provided the tools, guidance, support and her beautiful kindness. She hears what you are saying and helps to reframe thoughts so you can continue moving forward. If you are willing to put in the work, Lisane's programs are worth joining. I will forever be grateful.-Cheryl F.Shaping Freedom on Facebook / Instagram