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Dangerous heat is expected across large swaths of the U.S. this week, according to the National Weather Service.

Since 1922, the Coronado Flower Show has invited neighbors and flower fans to gather “beneath the tent” to celebrate beauty, community, and heritage. Now in its 104th year, the festival takes place April 18-19; this year’s theme is “Welcome to the Jungle.” Organized by the Coronado Floral Association (CFA), the two-day festival is the largest tented flower show in the U.S. and Coronado’s longest running tradition. This year, the Association invites every visitor, exhibitor, volunteer, and gardener to wander into a wild and lush world where together the delicate and the bold, the native and the exotic, the sculptural and the wild promise: • Immersive installations, inspired by the forest canopy, understory, and hidden glades. • Botanical theatrics, featuring dramatic textures, tropical foliage, layered compositions, and surprise vignettes. • A lush visitor journey with meandering pathways, intimate hideaways, and moments of discovery. • Creative expression across horticulture and design, from floral arrangements to structural natural wonders. The main event is divided into five divisions: Horticulture, Design, Special Exhibits, Youth and Botanical Arts. Located at Spreckels Park, this two-day event includes landscape displays, a variety of floral competitions, educational lectures and demonstrations, live bandstand entertainment, food, a beer & wine garden with locally crafted beers, and shopping. The annual Coronado Flower Show is organized in partnership with the City of Coronado. Over 250 CFA volunteers work to make the flower show weekend a success. For more information on the Coronado Floral Association or the Coronado Flower Show, visit www.coronadoflowershow.com. Coronado Flower Show on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for our Summer Movies in the Park Series, with May 30th's showing of "The Sandlot" "The Sandlot" is a coming-of-age sports comedy about a shy new kid who joins a neighborhood baseball team and spends an unforgettable summer making friends, playing ball, and facing the legendary dog beyond the fence. Visit: 'The Sandlot' at Stanley Community Park Summer Movies in the Park on Facebook

County health officials are sticking with previous childhood vaccine guidance, despite new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations reducing routine vaccines.

This Veterans Day Weekend, SeaWorld San Diego is proud to partner with Navy Federal Credit Union to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces during the annual Red, White and Blue Salute. This year’s celebration introduces exciting new features including a community pop-up area hosted by local non-profit organizations. These activations will spotlight community impact, provide resources for veterans and their families, and offer guests meaningful ways to engage with causes that support those who have served. Veterans, active-duty members and up to three family members will receive complimentary one-day admission tickets through the Waves of Honor program. Thanks to Navy Federal Credit Union, veterans and active-duty military members visiting the park Veterans Day weekend will also receive special benefits, including a priority entrance. Red, White & Blue Salute Schedule of Events Throughout the weekend, the park will open each day with a flag ceremony and the national anthem, paying tribute to the service and sacrifice of all the brave men and women who have protected the freedoms of all Americans. A Field of Honor will also be created in the park with 1,000 American flags to represent local veterans and their families. Guests will also be able to dedicate a flag with a personal note to their hero. In addition, the park will be recognizing veterans and their service at the Orca Encounter presentation all weekend long. Navy Federal Credit Union will also host an onsite activation during select hours each day and Veterans and active-duty service persons are encouraged to visit this activation located on Sky Tower Lawn. Local community organizations dedicated to supporting service members and veterans, including Wounded Warrior Foundation, Freedom Dogs, Wounded Warrior Project, Paws for Purple Hearts, Blue Star Families and more will have a dedicated pop-up area at Orca Encounter, in which guests will have the opportunity to engage with these organizations and learn more about their impactful missions. In addition, guests can also visit a dedicated photo backdrop to reflect, remember and pay tribute to those who have served and sacrificed for the country. To cap off each night, guests can view a patriotic Veteran’s Day Fireworks Show presented by Navy Federal Credit Union from Saturday, November 8 through Monday, November 10. As the sun sets, the night sky will light up with a dazzling display of red, white and blue in celebration of the bravery and service of our nation's heroes. This special display will take place ten minutes prior to park closing. For those looking for unlimited fun throughout the year, SeaWorld offers former military personnel and their families the Military Silver Pass for just $113. The Silver Pass provides unlimited admission for 12 months, free general parking, three free guest tickets and up to 20% off in-park offerings. Up to six Military Passes can be purchased per former military personnel to share with their family. Veterans and active duty United States Armed Forces personnel can purchase a Military Pass online at WavesOfHonor.com or at select military bases. Complimentary single day admission is also available to active duty Military along with discounted admission for their family members. SeaWorld San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Broken Ballad returns to The Salty Frog. This time - it is a full evening of '90s alt rock party jams start to finish. Broken Ballad on Facebook / Instagram The Salty Frog on Instagram

'90s alt rockers Broken Ballad return to The Cowshed for an epic evening of punch-you-in-the-chest alt/grunge party rock to kick off your weekend. Get there early - it fills up fast! Broken Ballad on Facebook / Instagram The Cowshed on Instagram

As the federal government shutdown enters its second month, we hear about how it is impacting food aid and public health.

Explore ceramic handbuilding & funky glazes! Mondays, June 9, 16, 23, 30, July 14 From 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., with the last class of the series from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. In this 5-week series, students will learn the basics of handbuilding to create functional pieces with an emphasis on decorative techniques. Working with mid fire clay, we will explore various methods of building forms and decorative techniques with underglazes, slips, glaze, and various experimental materials. Students will complete multiple projects throughout the course with an artistic and creative approach to decorative designs. Inspired by printmaking, painting and drawing, we will explore image transfers, mark making, layering, stencils, and more! Through the use of technique and materials, students will explore the fusion of 2D art and 3D form. Students will be able to utilize a wide array of glazes and colors through the course. The instructor will have a wide array of custom decorative materials for use and sale. All materials provided. Additional materials available via the instructor for a fee. Ages 15+ welcome! • Military, first responders and sibling discounts: Email us for more information. • 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: 5-Week Surface Design | Handbuilding & Funky Glazes San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

The city is trying to turn that around. But so far, it’s not working.