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Topic: Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant: Continued Operations Plan Post-2025 Speaker: Al Bates, Engineering Director, Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant, Pismo Beach, California Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Agenda 5:30-6:30 p.m. set up and social 6:00 p.m. Order dinner 7:00 p.m. Presentation 8:00 p.m. Q&A Venue: IHOP Restaurant in Rancho Bernardo: 16759 Bernardo Center Drive, San Diego, CA, 92128 Please to RSVP Ronald Petzoldt: https://www.ans.org/contact/form/?r=sandiego Background: Located near Avila Beach in San Luis Obispo County, California, the Diablo Canyon Power Plant (DCPP) proudly stands as California's sole operational nuclear power facility, following the regrettable shutdown of the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station in 2013. Occupying a modest 12 acres out of a sprawling 700-acre site, DCPP has been a cornerstone of reliable and clean energy production since it began operations in 1985. Its two advanced Westinghouse Pressurized Water Reactors, with licenses extending through 2024 and 2025, produce a staggering 18,000 gigawatt-hours of electricity annually. This substantial output provides power to over three million people in Northern and Central California, contributing nearly 10% to the state's energy portfolio and fulfilling 20% of PG&E's service area demand. The plant's inception in 1963 marked the beginning of a visionary project by PG&E, initially planned for Nipomo Dunes but later relocated to Diablo Canyon in 1965 after thoughtful consultations with environmental groups. Despite facing extensive reviews and debates over safety and environmental implications, the project exemplified resilience and dedication to safety, leading to the successful commissioning of Unit 1 in 1985 and Unit 2 in 1987. In 2016, PG&E, in a decision that has been met with disappointment by advocates of clean nuclear energy, announced plans to decommission the DCPP reactors by 2024 and 2025. This announcement, later confirmed by the CPUC in 2018, signals the end of an era for nuclear power in California, underscoring the need for continued advocacy and support for nuclear energy as a critical component of a sustainable and reliable energy future. Visit: local.ans.org/sandiego/events/

Revel in the magic and mystery of Vivaldi concertos for flute and guitar. Additional baroque treasures include masterworks by Marin Marais and J. C. Bach. Also featured is Concierto Barocco by José Enrique González-Medina; a glowing work with ardent Baroque nuance. Music of Antonio Vivaldi, José Enrique González-Medina, Marin Marais, and J. C. Bach.Beth Ross Buckley, flute David Buckley, violin Angela Xing, violin Travis Maril, viola Abe Liebhaber, cello Andrés Martín, double bass Dana Burnett, piano/harpsichord Fred Benedetti, guitar Matt Armstrong, percussion Concert kindly underwritten by Jeffrey Barnouw. For more information visit: theconrad.org Stay Connected on Facebook / Instagram

Whether you are seeking physical, mental or emotional transformation, Divine Light healing is a full-spectrum aura therapy. It offers spiritual upliftment in every area of life including a greater sense of self-reliance and self-confidence, release of past traumas and negative habits, accelerated development of talent and abilities and greater harmony in all types of relationships. “Spiritual energy is the single biggest key to building and sustaining health, because it connects you to your source of health.” - Barbara Martin & Dimitri Moraitis – The Healing Power of Your Aura The aura is crucial to healing because it is the place where you generate the spiritual energy to manifest health. Built on the clairvoyant experiences of renowned teachers Barbara Y. Martin and Dimitri Moraitis, these healing techniques have been endorsed by medical luminaries C. Norman Shealy and Dr. Richard Gerber. NEIL MINTZ is a certified Divine Light Teacher through Spiritual Arts Institute, with 12 years of intensive study in metaphysics and healing. A devoted husband and father of two sons, Neil founded a highly successful manufacturing company innovating new products. Neil currently volunteers his fulltime to serving the Institute as Director of Events and Outreach, on the Board of Directors, and teaching workshops and classes. Neil’s teaching style is open and accessible. He focuses on helping students understand how to apply the teachings in their everyday lives. For more information visit: spiritualarts.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Blue Water Film Festival celebrates UN – World Water Day and promotes San Diego, California as a hub for marine science, naval exploration and an epicenter for environmental storytelling. The mission of the Blue Water Film Festival is to encourage attendees to think broadly about how climate change affects planet Earth and think deeply about the universal concerns and actions needed to bring us into balance. 50% of all film selections are non-US productions, helping to fulfill the festival mission of promoting cross-cultural understanding through film. For more information visit: theconrad.org Stay Connected on Facebook / Instagram

Not many early-round exits at the Olympics trigger conspiracy theories, fact-checkers, a week’s worth of memes and an online petition.

Experience the wonder of our underwater world through riveting stories by Emmy Award-nominated director, Nat Geo photographer, and accomplished musician Andy Mann. For the past decade, Andy has traveled the seven seas to show the interconnectedness of our planet. His work has enabled the protection of large sections of wilderness, including the world’s largest Arctic National Park in Franz Josef Land. For more information visit: theconrad.org Stay Connected on Instagram / Facebook

The Home of Guiding Hands (HGH), a nonprofit organization that provides quality support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will host its 50th annual fundraising gala on April 27 from 5:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Pendry Hotel. With this year’s theme “Glitz and Glam”, guests will enjoy live entertainment, delicious food, complimentary cocktails at the Oxford Social Club, dinner and wine service, a casino and more! This evening will benefit more than 4,500 infants, children, adolescents, and adults with special needs. For more than five decades, HGH has been committed to providing quality community support, critical housing and life skills training for children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Home of Guiding Hands’ commitment goes beyond providing quality programs; they are deeply invested in creating a community that actively empowers people to create and lead fulfilling, high-quality lives. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now. Pricing begins at $300 for an individual ticket. For more information, to purchase tickets, or become a sponsor, please visit here. About Home of Guiding Hands: Home of Guiding Hands (HGH) was created as a result of a small, but dedicated and ambitious group of leaders in East County. Since its inception in 1961, HGH has provided benchmark programming and housing for men, women, and children with developmental disabilities. It is one of the largest providers of supports and services in San Diego County, serving more than 4,500 infants, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Get ready to dive into the world of poetry like never before! The Robert Frost Society, in collaboration with Library Foundation San Diego, is thrilled to announce an unprecedented event set to engage the San Diego literary scene like never before in March 2024. To celebrate the 150th birthday of Robert Frost, one of America's most cherished poets, we are bringing together ten of the top poets from across the nation! FREE and open to everyone! This once-in-a-lifetime Sesquicentennial event will showcase some of the brightest stars in poetry, including Pulitzer Prize-winner Tracy K. Smith, Ruth Lilly Prize-winner Allison Joseph, Pulitzer Prize-finalist Bruce Weigl, and Guggenheim Fellowship winner Jay Parini! These literary luminaries will take center stage to read and discuss their poems alongside the timeless works of Robert Frost himself, including classics like “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening,” “Mending Wall,” and “The Road Not Taken.” This gathering isn’t just for the elite few. It’s a celebration for everyone who cherishes the power of words and the magic of poetry. Join us for free public sessions where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of verse, gain insights into Frost's profound influence, and connect with fellow poetry enthusiasts from around the world. Never before has Frosts’ poetry been so relevant to so much that is happening in our contemporary world. His work cultivates understanding, cooperation, an appreciation for nature, and healing. Expect an electrifying atmosphere filled with poetry workshops, engaging lectures, and captivating roundtable discussions, all designed to deepen your appreciation for Frost’s legacy and the art of poetry itself. Complementing this stellar lineup of keynote speakers and readers are renowned poets such as San Diego Poet Laureate Jason Magabo Perez, performance artist Karla Cordero, Poet’s Prize finalist David Yezzi, Ohio Poet Laureate Amit Majmudar, Cave Canem Award winner Ruth Ellen Kocher, and Donald Justice Poetry Prize-winner, Ryan Wilson. Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to embark on a poetic journey like no other! For more information visit: sandiego.librarymarket.com

Shop local this holiday season for unique gifts from kitchenistas and small vendors! Food will be available for pre purchase & at the event. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

The alleged assassination attempt of a Sikh activist in the U.S. is part of a broader trend around the world in which foreign governments seek to silence critics overseas.