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From derogatory insult to a symbol of empowerment, the changing meaning of the word "queer" is explored, and "Queer" actor Drew Droege reflects on his journey of embracing it and its cultural impact.

When President Trump was flying to Alaska to meet Vladimir Putin, he said the goal was a ceasefire. But after they talked, Trump aligned himself with Putin and downplayed the need for a truce.

Mark your calendars for Valley Vibes, a free, family-friendly fiesta with interactive exhibits, great food, crafts and live music courtesy of North Park Rock-n-Blues Band. Valley Vibes will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 1, at the Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead, 12655 Sunset Drive, Escondido. The San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy and San Dieguito River Park Joint Powers Authority are hosting the free event to celebrate nature and draw attention to the organizations’ conservation, education and recreation programs. “Our plan is to have a great time while showing visitors the value of nature and how much it deserves our protection,” said Conservancy Executive Director Cheryl Goddard. More than a dozen partner organizations are joining the party to showcase wildlife in the watershed. Visitors can participate in demonstrations of outdoor skills, get up close with reptiles, meet adoptable senior dogs, learn to track wildlife and interact with conservation experts. Exhibitors include: San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy; San Dieguito River Park JPA; Volcan Mountain Foundation; Southwestern Field Herping Society; Master Gardeners; Surprise Farm Retreat Center; Friends of Sikes Adobe; Ilan-Lael Foundation; San Diego Turtle and Tortoise Society; San Diego Mountain Biking Association; Frosted Faces Foundation; San Diego Tracking Team; Kit Fox Outfitters; Free Flight Exotic Bird Sanctuary, and City of Escondido. To offset costs, organizers are seeking a headline sponsor: Interested in sponsoring Valley Vibes? As a $5,000 headline sponsor, your organization can be front and center during the event while tying your brand to our conservation and education mission. Exclusive headline sponsors benefits include: Prominent placement on all digital and print promotions including websites, social media, newsletters and press releases; display of your banner for maximum exposure at the event, and multiple sponsor announcements during the event to highlight your support. Sponsorship of Valley Vibes is tax deductible. Let’s make Valley Vibes a huge success together! San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

The best writing comes from writing what you know, and based on Joel Rafael’s life experiences and over fifty years of making music, he has a deep well from which to draw. He has chronicled his life and the world around him with passionate songwriting rooted in the folk tradition. Joel began performing in showcases and small clubs around Southern California in the early 1970s. In 1981, he toured with Jesse Colin Young, and released his debut album, "Dharma Bums." Joel won Kerrville’s new folk award in 1995 and gained national airplay with the seminal Joel Rafael Band. He composed and performed all original music for the LA Theatre Works production of "The Grapes of Wrath" in 2002 and toured the southwest with Joan Baez in 2003. No influence is more obvious in his work than that of Woody Guthrie, with whom he shares five co-writes, and Joel has been a featured performer at the Woody Guthrie Folk Festival for all twenty-seven years. Rupert Wates is a London-born, award-winning songwriter who signed an exclusive publishing deal with Eaton Music in the late 1990s and has been writing full-time ever since. Since relocating to the United States in 2006, he has released eleven acclaimed full-length albums, earning airplay across the United States, Canada, Europe, Israel, and Australia. His work has inspired over fifty songwriting awards and more than twenty cover recordings by other artists, including two full tribute albums recorded in Nashville and Los Angeles. Performing an average of 120 shows a year across North America and Europe, Rupert continues to captivate audiences with his haunting, melodic brand of acoustic art-folk. General admission $25, Current SDFH members $20 Children 17 and under free Tickets will also be available at the door Joel Rafael on Youtube Rupert Wates on Facebook / Youtube

Kendrick Dial and Brisa Lauren of The Lyrical Groove perform "spoken soul" set to live instrumentation for a captivating sound that combines poetry, music and is intertwined with San Diego's rich spoken word and hip-hop history.

🌟🎨 **Join Us for Our First Paint and Sip of 2025 at Local Roots!** 🍕✨ Get ready to unleash your creativity and enjoy a fantastic evening at Local Roots in Vista! We’re thrilled to invite you to our inaugural Paint and Sip event of the year, where you’ll indulge in delicious pizza and refreshing hard kombucha on tap while expressing your artistic side. 🖌️ **What to Expect:** – **Guided Painting Session:** Local artists will lead you step-by-step in creating your masterpiece: “Moonlight in Winter.” Whether you’re a seasoned painter or a complete novice, this is your chance to explore your creativity in a fun and relaxed environment. – **Delicious Food & Drinks:** Savor mouthwatering pizza paired with a variety of hard kombucha options, making for the perfect creative fuel. Bring your friends, relax, and enjoy a night filled with art, laughter, and great company. Don’t miss this opportunity to create something beautiful while sipping on your favorite beverages! Local Roots Kombucha & Pizza brings a unique vibe to North County with their better and bold-flavored hard kombucha. Local Roots offers a selection of locally crafted brews on tap and wine by the glass. Don’t forget to check out their food menu as well!! They are a family-friendly tap house with plenty of room for pets as well!! This event is held outdoors, so make sure to bring a jacket. There will be plenty of space heaters provided. Plenty of parking is available as well! 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. Visit: https://paintingandvino.com/event/moonlight-in-winter-paint-and-sip/?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Local Roots Kombucha on Instagram and Facebook

The Charity Fair Horse Show takes place during the San Diego County Fair and is a benefit for the Pet Encounter Therapy and Therapeutic Riding programs at Helen Woodward Animal Center, and the Don Diego Scholarship Foundation. The show features American Saddlebred Horses, Hackney and Roadster Ponies, Morgan Horses, Friesian Horses, Andalusian Horses, and Carriage, Equitation and Medal Classes. The Charity Fair Horse Show runs June 10 - June 13, 2025 from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Located at the Del Mar Arena San Diego County Fair on Facebook / Instagram / X

The 21st Century India Center at the School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS) is hosting a spring mixer event open to students, staff, faculty and friends of the center. The mixer will be held in-person at GPS on the Global Leadership Institute patio (just next to the courtyard). Come mingle with our amazing faculty, staff and students and learn how we are working to drive policy solutions and create actionable change in India and beyond! Visit: The 21st Century India Center Spring Mixer UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy on Instagram and Facebook

Elon Musk's new online encyclopedia aims to challenge Wikipedia, which he has accused of left-leaning bias. We used them to search for data about each other.

The model regents approved allows the system to increase undergraduate tuition and systemwide fees by as much as 5% annually, depending on inflation, and locks in that rate for students enrolling that year for up to six years.