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LEARN. CONNECT. GET INSPIRED. MAKE. The Crafter’s Retreat is an in-person event that gives makers of all levels the opportunity to disconnect from daily life, dive into the art of slow crafting, and handcraft beautiful projects from start to finish. Over 300 crafters will meet, mingle with, and learn from talented artists in various mediums. Workshops range from fiber art to wood carving to wax resist—there is something new for everyone. Outside of our creative time together, we’re hosting special events to enjoy, including sunrise yoga, a Saturday evening happy hour, community dinner meet-ups, and special sponsored surprises. Visit: The Crafters Retreat The Crafters Box on Instagram and Facebook

Sauk County Sheriff's Office says Audrey Backeberg, now in her 80s, is living outside of Wisconsin. The detective who managed to track her down says she "had her reasons for leaving" in July 1962.

LIFE AT MiraCosta College invites you to join us for two FREE lectures. At 1:00 p.m. "El Corazon, The Heart of the City" presented by John Daley, VP Oceanside Historical Society. John Daley returns to give us a look at El Corazon’s history from ranch land to mine and to the Park it is today. At 2:30 p.m. Today we "Celebrate Arbor Day" with Magen Shaw, Urban Forestry Coordinator. What is an urban forest? Learn about the history of Arbor Day, tree introduction to San Diego and current urban forestry missions. Meetings are held in person at the MiraCosta College, Oceanside Campus, at 1:00 p.m. in the Board Room Trailer T200 by the Police Station and by the Internet Application Zoom. For more information visit: miracosta.edu Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Sculptor, architect, designer and naturalist James Hubbell was known for the way his organic designs, sculptures, art and buildings were informed by the natural environment. A major exhibition of Hubbell's work is still on view across four San Diego library galleries through Aug. 4, 2024.

The weight-loss drugs are linked with reduced rates of excess drinking and opioid overdoses, suggesting they may tamp down substance use cravings too.

Experience the magic of multi-GRAMMY® Award-winning mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato as she joins forces with the dynamic four-piece vocal group Kings Return, alongside the brilliant pianist Craig Terry. This special Christmas program promises a delightful blend of sacred and popular repertoire, transporting you to a world of joy and wonder. Don’t miss this unforgettable collaboration of world-class talent, as “KINGS: ReJOYCE!” brings the true spirit of the season to life. For more information visit: theconrad.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Iran says it will have indirect talks with the U.S. Saturday in Oman, opening possible diplomacy over Iran's nuclear program but revealing a potential sticking point about the format for negotiating.

President Trump said he plans to speak by phone with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, followed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and leaders of NATO countries, about ending the war in Ukraine.

Section 1: Friday–Sunday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. October 25–27 (3 days, 15 total hours of instruction) AAC Art Studio $245/265 + $75 materials fee Section 2: Friday–Sunday, 11 AM–4 PM November 8–10 (3 days, 15 total hours of instruction) AAC Art Studio $245/265 + $75 materials fee Encaustic painting (painting using hot wax and beeswax) is an ancient medium that not only looks luminous and dreamy, but it smells nice too. Working in hot wax allows for fast assembly of many mixed-media compositions. The warmed wax is applied by brush then set by heat gun. Once it has cooled, the piece has a durable finish. You may add layers on top of the finish, dig into it, or embed things. In fact, there are an amazing number of ways to work in this medium. You may leave your work at your station for the entire workshop. Materials: The material fee includes three small wood-panel supports, 8” x 8”; R & F encaustic medium; some R & F wax colors; R & F wax colors sticks; heated palette; some brushes; heat guns; some collage materials; some paints; images; things to embed; mark-making tools; oil pastels; collage materials; transfer materials; paints; gloves; scissors. Optional: you may bring to class an apron; mask for face if sensitive to the smell of heated wax; paper towels; tracing paper; larger cradled birchwood boards or Ampersand Encausticbords; notepad and pen; your own mark-making tools; dried botanicals to embed. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/class/58 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

The Home Equity Leveraged Program is an estate planning arrangement that is a contractual agreement between you and Grossmont Hospital Foundation. You retain the use of your home for the rest of your life and the Foundation promises to pay an annuity to you for life. A raffle prize will be given at the conclusion. Visit: https://www.sharp.com/health-classes/the-home-equity-leveraged-program-workshop-2813 Sharp HealthCare on Instagram and Facebook