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McAlister Institute is proud to announce its 8th Annual Miracles of Recovery Luncheon, taking place on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 11:15 a.m. at Coasterra on Harbor Island. This special fundraising event supports McAlister Institute’s mission to break the stigma surrounding alcoholism and drug addiction, while also providing vital resources to individuals on their recovery journey. Hosted by NBC 7 Anchor and Reporter Omari Fleming, the luncheon will feature a keynote address from Scott Wahl, the 26th Chief of Police for the City of San Diego. This year’s event will also commemorate a significant milestone, as it marks the introduction of McAlister Institute’s new Chief Executive Officer, Marisa Varond. The luncheon will offer an intimate setting for McAlister Institute staff, donors, individuals in recovery, and community advocates to come together and celebrate the organization's ongoing mission of providing critical alcohol and drug treatment services to those in need. Event Schedule: 11:15 am – Check in 11:30 am – Networking 12:15 pm – Lunch & program Tickets for the Miracles of Recovery Luncheon are now available online for $250 per person. Guests are encouraged to dress in business attire. For more information on the event, purchase tickets, or donate if you can’t attend, please click here. Sponsorship Opportunities $2,500 Miracle Sponsor: digital event recognition & table of 10 $5,000 Courage Sponsor: exclusive welcome signage & 5 tickets. $10,000 Hope Sponsor: branded programs for paddle raise & table of 10 $20,000 Gratitude Sponsor: recognition as presenting sponsor, branded podium & table of 10 If you want to help sponsor this event or have any other questions, please contact us: 619.729.2338 or email: michelle.kveen@mcalisterinc.org

Join us for an artistic evening where music, art, and creativity collide. Gray Area Foundation for the Arts, G-Love, Monty Montgomery, and The Soap Factory proudly presents: A Night of Art & Music with G-Love & Friends, a one-of-a-kind experience featuring internationally acclaimed artist and musician G-Love, stepping into his artistic side featuring a custom gallery of well known artists carefully curated by Monty Montgomery. About the ARTISTS: Best known as the frontman of G. Love & Special Sauce, Garrett Dutton (aka G. Love) is also an accomplished visual artist. This special event celebrates his work as a painter—blending his love for music, color, and creative expression in an immersive art and music experience. G. Love is widely recognized for pioneering a laid-back fusion of blues, hip-hop, and funk, and this event highlights his dynamic artistry both on and beyond the stage. In addition to G. Love’s work, the event will showcase original pieces by renowned artists including Monty Montgomery, Amanda Lynn, German Corrales, Gloria Muriel, Jack Stricker, Maxx Moses, Nicholas Danger, Regan Russell, and Skye Walker. WHAT TO EXPECT: Live Art Installations - Watch renowned artists create original works in real time. Curated Art Gallery - Explore an inspiring collection of works from well-established artists, with all pieces available for purchase. Drink Specials - Sip on handcrafted cocktails and local brews in our industrial-chic venue. Local Food Vendors – Fuel your night with mouthwatering bites from some of San Diego’s favorite culinary creatives. Enjoy everything from wood-fired pizza, burgers, and elevated tacos to fresh, seasonal plates made with local ingredients. G Love Acoustic Concert - End the night with an intimate, soulful acoustic set from G Love himself. VIP Meet & Greet - Get exclusive access to meet G. Love up close with a social VIP experience, featuring a intimate VIP room, early entry, welcome cocktail, and the giveaway of 1 of a kind art piece made and signed by G Love & Monty Montgomery. (25 tickets available only for this experience and only 1 piece of the artwork will be raffled to all 25 guests.) When: Saturday, May 03, 2025 Where: The Soap Factory Address: 2995 Commercial St, San Diego, CA 92113 Ages: This event is 21+ G Love & Special Sauce on Facebook / Instagram

The Trump administration has reversed a rule that allowed undocumented immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as kids to buy health insurance on Affordable Care Act marketplaces.

Join us for our first Paint and Sip. Local artists will guide you every step of the way as you recreate a vibrant string of Red Chili Peppers, a perfect accent to anyone’s kitchen! All supplies are provided for this lovey 12×16 beginner friendly paint party, lasting 2.5 hours. Let’s create some beautiful memories together! Your ticket includes a complimentary glass of wine. so don’t miss out on this memorable creative experience! See you there! Alejandra’s invites guests to experience a unique twist on traditional Mexican cuisine. Using seasonal ingredients, made-from-scratch Mexican tastes are curated by our commitment to offering fresh, handcrafted recipes. Become enticed by our beverage program, offering patrons exemplary spirits incorporating freshly squeezed juices, hand-selected wines, and local beer options. At Alejandra’s, we strive to continuously raise the bar to serve a memorable family atmosphere to everyone. Come, celebrate with us and enjoy inspiring flavorful Mexican combinations. Make sure to visit early to catch their amazing HAPPY HOUR between 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.! Painters ages 15 and older are welcome to participate. All food and drink is through the venue. This venue accommodates a capacity of 20 guests with indoor and outdoor wheelchair accessible space. We encourage artistic freedom! You can alter the painting to fit your style and use any of our colors. Things to know: We require a 48-hour notice for cancellations/rescheduling. Refunds must be requested within 3 days of purchase. After 3 days a credit will be given. Check-in begins 15 minutes before the event start time. Give yourself time to park to avoid arriving late. No outside food or drink is allowed. They are available for purchase. Wine is not included in your ticket purchase. If you have any questions about the event, feel free to contact customer service. COVID Safety: For the Safety of our Guests, Venues & Instructors we make sure to sanitize and clean all supplies before every event. If you have a fever or do not feel well, please stay home. The 48-hour cancellation policy will still be in effect if you need to cancel due to illness.

It's been 70 years since Emmett Till, a Black teenager visiting relatives in Mississippi, was killed by white men because he whistled at a white woman. Now the gun used in his death is in a museum.

A 33-mile trip from one protest in Annapolis, Md., to the parade grandstand in front of the White House was like a journey between two different countries.

Federal tax credits for rooftop solar, heat pumps and other energy-efficient technologies are going away at the end of the year. Here's what consumers should know.

Sail the enchanting Dalmatian Coast with KPBS’s General Manager, Deanna Mackey, aboard the 102-guest National Geographic Orion. Journey through Greece, Albania, and Croatia, exploring UNESCO treasures like Delphi and Dubrovnik. Swim in the Ionian Sea’s turquoise waters and uncover hidden gems, from Croatia’s outlying isles to Albania’s ancient ruins. Visit Butrint National Park’s archaeological wonders and go birding in Divjakë-Karavasta. With an expert expedition team—including a National Geographic Photography Expert—this unforgettable voyage blends history, nature, and discovery.

Enhance Your Spiritual Evolution! Crystal gemstones and candles have been used for centuries for their beauty, mystery and metaphysical properties. They radiate their own aura and spiritual power and can greatly enhance the practice of meditation and prayer. Celebrating the 25th anniversary edition of "Change Your Aura, Change Your Life", join Dimitri in this interactive, comprehensive exploration of the transformative power of crystals and candles. Learn how these two essential tools can strengthen your aura field and boost the effectiveness of your spiritual light work and life. Discover: Nine types of crystals and their spiritual properties. New ways to use candles for prayer work, healing and spiritual transformation. How to include crystals and candles to enhance your meditation practice. Specific situations to apply crystals and candles including, strengthening relationships, healing physical, mental and emotional conditions, increasing prosperity flow, helping to resolve challenges and conflicts. You will be meditating with crystals in this workshop! Dimitri Moraitis is cofounder and executive director of the renowned Spiritual Arts Institute. An accomplished metaphysical teacher, Dimitri lectures across the country, appeares on numerous radio shows, and leads workshops and training classes offered at the Institute. With co-founder Barbara Y. Martin, Dimitri is co-author of Communing with the Divine, Karma and Reincarnation, the highly acclaimed The Healing Power of Your Aura, Heaven and Your Spiritual Evolution and the 25th anniversary edition of the international bestseller Change Your Aura, Change Your Life. Visit: Meditating with Crystals and Candles Spiritual Arts Institute on Instagram and Facebook

The suit was initially filed in October, claiming that the woman was lured by a limousine driver outside the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards and assaulted by the two rappers at an after-party.