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The Smithsonian isn't a federal agency, but it gets much of its funding from federal appropriations.

President Trump's sweeping cuts to the federal government are also threatening a key banking watchdog.

You don't need to be religious to create a meaningful connection to something greater than yourself. If you're interested in examining that relationship, grab a pen and paper and answer these prompts.

Puerto Rican singer Luis Fonsi is known for his soulful and dance-oriented songs, most notably the award-winning "Despacito" in 2017. Fonsi received his first Latin Grammy® Award nominations in the Record of the Year category and won Song of the Year with "Aquí Estoy Yo". He also won one Latin American Music Award for "Échame la Culpa" with Demi Lovato. Please note: this is a rental event of The Rady Shell; the San Diego Symphony does not appear at this event. Gates will open at 6 p.m. Visit: https://www.theshell.org/performances/lattitude-live-starring-luis-fonsi/ Luis Fonsi on Instagram and Facebook

Learn strategies for adapting to daily challenges, enhancing health and well-being, and planning for the future. For individuals living with early-stage memory loss and their care partners. This class is presented by local nonprofit Alzheimer's San Diego. Pre-registration is advised. For more information visit: alzsd.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The international company that owns the American brands is struggling with a glut of unsold cars and smaller profits. The layoffs could have ripple effects through its U.S. workforce of 52,000.

Where there is smoke, there is Ardbeg Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Ardbeg, revered by connoisseurs around the world as the peatiest, smokiest and most complex of all the Islay malts, is bringing the Masters of Smoke National Tour to San Diego, California from September 14 (at BevMo in Point Loma) and 15 (at Total Wine & More) and they're bringing an airstream. The custom-designed Ardbeg Airstream immerses you in a sensory experience where you simultaneously learn and interact with the core smoke profiles that make up Ardbeg whisky. The experience provides guests with a unique peek into the barrel and an opportunity to learn about the distinct flavors that make up each iconic Ardbeg expression. The Ardbeg Airstream will make an appearance in the following venue: Total Wine & More located at 1018 N El Camino Real, Encinitas , CA 92024 Sept. 15, 2024 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Inside the vehicle, guests will be led through a sensorial activity which will unveil five unique smoke profiles of Ardbeg ranging from medicinal, coal, herbal, wood and savory. During a quick Q&A between the guest and ambassador, a unique smoke profile will be created along with a recommendation of which Ardbeg Single Malt Scotch whisky is best suited for their taste. Good things come to those who wait and where legal, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy their current or newly favorite dram or cocktail. For more info, please visit mastersofsmoketour.com. Kindly let me know if you need anything else or would like to visit any of the stops! Must be 21 or over to attend

This is a group exhibition hosted by GuruShots. GuruShots is a digital platform that gives photographers from around the world an opportunity to submit their work for a variety of thematic photo challenges every day. They seek to motivate, challenge, inspire, and empower photographers to expand their careers and exposure to a broader audience. Winning shots are chosen to be shown in GuruShots Exhibitions, held in major cities all over the world. With a remarkable collection of 80 printed works (and a wealth of digital winners) submitted by photographers spanning 30+ countries, this inclusive group show is not one to be missed. We invite you to join us for drinks and celebrations during our opening night, where you can witness incredible shots and meet like minded photographers. Visit: Sparks Gallery GuruShots on Instagram and Facebook

The former Meghan Markle's Netflix show has caused a stir among critics and social media users. A columnist tells NPR she knows why seeing the Duchess of Sussex flex her lifestyle bothers people.

This course is designed for students who wish to improve their conversational skills. Each session will focus on dialogues and discussions in Yiddish, to help students improve their fluency. Students will expand their vocabulary with new phrases and expressions, fine-tune their pronunciation, and gain confidence using Yiddish in diverse situations. Topics will include interests and hobbies, everyday situations, culture and current events. We will use interactive activities like role-playing and debates. Additionally, students will learn Yiddish songs that will deepen their understanding of Ashkenazi culture. When: Sundays 12:30 -1:30 p.m. PT / 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. ET / 9:30 -10:30 pm in Central Europe: Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2 Cost: 5 classes for $180 (early bird, if paid before December 22), $200 (regular price, if paid after December 22) Teacher: Julia Koifman Julia Koifman studied Slavic and German Studies in Berlin and Moscow, as well as Yiddish and Jewish Studies in Potsdam, Haifa, and New York. She worked at the Institute for Slavic Studies at Humboldt University and served as a tutor for Yiddish language and literature at the University of Potsdam. Her MA thesis is a comparative analysis of short stories by the Yiddish authors Rokhl Brokhes and Roze Palatnik. Julia also translates Yiddish literature into German and English. Please see our Events Calendar and Other Upcoming Events! Visit: Intermediate - Advanced Yiddish Yiddish Arts and Academics on Instagram and Facebook