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El Niño is warming up the water in the Pacific Ocean. That extra heat affects the whole planet, and has helped drive record-breaking hot weather.

In honor of Veteran’s Day, Helmand Valley Growers Company (the cannabis brand who donates 100% of their profits to help vets) will be hosting a special pop-up at Coastal Wellness on November 11. The event will allow fans of the brand, cannabis enthusiasts, and the canna curious to meet the HVGC team and enjoy top notch cannabis while thoughtfully giving back to the military community. All HVGC products will be BOGO on Veteran’s Day. Attendees can expect to enjoy games, raffles, and tasty snacks from local food trucks. The event will also be hosted along with cannabis brands STIIIZY, Level and Revenant; in addition to local community groups Veterans Walk and Talk and VetArt. San Diego local cannapreneur and Navy Vet JM Balbeuna will also be taking part in the socially conscious festivities.

Learn how to create a less thirsty and more environmentally-friendly landscape at this workshop at the Fallbrook Branch Library! Solana Center’s knowledgeable educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a garden that fits San Diego County’s semi-arid climate. All pre-registered attendees who are residents of unincorporated San Diego County will receive a free kitchen scraps container, courtesy of the County of San Diego. In this workshop, we will cover: * Climate-appropriate planting * Using mulch and compost to build healthy soil that conserves water * Managing irrigation efficiently * Soil types and gardening styles Please contact us with any questions at (760) 436-7986 ext. 700 or at compost@solanacenter.org. Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego and County of San Diego Recycling. Thanks to our host, the San Diego County Library. Fore more information visit: solanacenter.org Stay Connected on Facebook

At least nine bills introduced in Congress take aim at pharmacy benefit managers, the powerful middlemen that channel prescription drugs to patients. Here's what the fuss is all about.

Based out of Conrad Prebys Learning Center and sprawling into the galleries, we invite you to a Play Day inspired by Celia Álvarez Muñoz’s art installation "El Limite" (1988) and the stories her veteran father shared. Together, we will combine and paint wooden blocks to create toy trains while learning about veteran artists in MCASD’s collection. Art activity: Create toy trains with the MCASD education team in Prebys Education Center Schedule: - At 10 a.m., explore our galleries with a kid friendly tour focused on Veteran artists in the museum’s collection. - At 12:30 a.m., listen to train stories, songs, and rhymes in Storytime with Ms. Katia from the La Jolla/ Riford Library. - From 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Enjoy live music by local DJ Xochi, a book nook, and free play in Jacobs Hall. *Museum admission is free from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. for all visitors, with Play Day offerings happening between 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. MCASD is a Blue Star Museum offering free admission to military members and their families until September 4, 2023. For more information visit: mcasd.ticketapp.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Thanksgiving Holiday Camp: Grades K-7 Monday, Nov. 21 - Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022 | 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Come join in on the fun at Thanksgiving Camp! We offer a variety of fun, hands on activities from creating delicious treats to crafting up a storm of possibilities. All camp days include swimming(weather permitting), outdoor play, group games and so much more. All 3-Days: Price/ Day: $338 | JCC Member $270 Price with AM/PM Care/ Day*: $500 | JCC Member $432 Single Days Price/ Day: $125 | JCC Member $100 Price with AM/PM Care/ Day*: $185 | JCC Member $160 Extended Care*: AM Extended Care: 7:30am until 9 a.m. PM Extended Care: 3:30pm until 5:30 p.m.

This workshop teaches the basics in Stained Glass. No previous glass experience is needed. During the workshop, students will complete a small project using glass they select from a variety of colors and textures. Different patterns are available to choose from. Students will learn how to handle glass, cut and grind glass, apply copper foil, and solder pieces together. Glass is included in the class price and all tools are supplied. Material fee: $10 payable to the instructor at the start of the workshop. No experience necessary. Ages 14+ welcome. • Scholarships available • Homeschoolers welcome • Military and sibling discounts Stay Social! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Join us December 31, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Plunge San Diego located inside Belmont Park as we count down and ring in the New Year with a balloon drop at 12PM {NOON!}. This event is presented by Children's Primary Care Medical Group. There will be a great lineup of family friendly entertainment, the option to swim or take on the Plunge obstacle course (even after the event until 3pm!), games, bounce houses, thousands of dollars in giveaways, crafts, dessert bites, music, dancing and much, much more!!! Adult beverages will be available for purchase. Plus, we have a special guest stopping by for a special meet and greet, with thanks to The Storybook Character Company. Plus, additional entertainment and show-stopping fun you don’t want to miss! Check out our recap post from 2021! If you are interested in becoming an event sponsor, please click here! We have two family ticket options for a family of four or a family of two. Must be family members from the same household. All event attendees must complete the Plunge Waiver FORM before entering the event. Stay tuned for more info!!! Each family ticket (GA or Early Bird) will receive access to the entire event + the option to stay and swim until 3pm, ONE FREE Day Pass to come back to Plunge at a future date, Belmont Park Coupons, New Year Party Favors (kids) and two raffle tickets. Ticket information: Early Bird (11/29-12/25) - Family of 4 Ticket: $85 - Family of 2 Ticket: $45 General Admission (12/26-12/30) - Family of 4: $100 - Family of 2: $50 General Admission Day of Event (12/31/22 Only) - Family of 4: $135 - Family of 2: $75 Sibling Ticket (MAX 1 per Family Ticket Order) - $20 - Please note if you purchase ONLY a Sibling ticket not in addition to a family ticket order it will be canceled and refunded. VIP Ticket: Includes a swag bag valued at $500+ (see below) Limited QTY Available. - Family of 4: $199 - Family of 2: $100 VIP Family Tickets Include a Swag Bag valued at $500+ Here is what we have so far: New Year Celebration Party Favors for a family of 4 or 2, (2) Plunge Snack Shack coupons, 5 Plunge Day Passes to come back at a future date with Family of 4 ticket and 3 Passes with a Family of 2 ticket, 5 Extra Raffle Tickets and more! (Keep checking back). All items are subject to change, but the total value of the swag bag is guaranteed. No refunds will be given, but should you request a refund we will offer day passes to check out Plunge at a different date, based on the ticket purchase.

Bobby Caldwell's smooth soul jam "What You Won't Do for Love" went to No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100. It became a long-term standard and career-defining hit for Caldwell, who also wrote the song.

The Wall Street Journal reporter has been held in Russia since March. Thousands have written him letters for the Jewish new year, as the campaign for his release hones in on next week's U.N. meeting.