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First Trump got Texas to redistrict to help Republicans win five House seats there. California Democrats are trying to counter that. Now Missouri lawmakers move to help the GOP win another seat.

President Trump's U.K. state visit this week won't include the Scottish island where his late immigrant mother was born. Mary Anne MacLeod was a Gaelic speaker who learned English as a second language.

Get a gift for a friend or yourself at the Athenaeum's quarterly book sale on our patio! As usual, we will have a large selection of gently used books, CDs, vinyl LPs, and sheet music. Hundreds of recordings of classical, jazz, and popular music are just $1 per disc, making this a music lover’s paradise. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas. “Experimental Multi-Media Materials” Bring in found or discarded objects and give them an artistic life with stencils, modeling paste, paint, flora, or fabrics added to them. Many unique materials will be provided to create an eclectic art object. A break for lunch and a relaxed discussion will occur at midday. Please bring your own bagged lunch or feel free to visit one of the restaurants close by on our provided list. Space is limited. Register today! Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Joshua Roman is a cello soloist and composer, hailed by the New York Times and the San Francisco Chronicle for his “effortlessly expressive tone” as well as his “blend of precision and almost improvisatory freedom." His debut solo album, "Immunity," is an intimate musician exploration of his experiences with ongoing Long COVID that altered his entire life and nearly ended his career. This free live performance of the album shows the cellist at his most vulnerable and showcases the ultimate strength found in such vulnerability. Joshua Roman on Facebook / Instagram / Youtube

The 2025 North Park Music Fest is back with a brand-new format! We’ve rolled all your favorite North Park events into one epic day of Live Music, Live Art, the Verbatim Book Fair, plus Craft Eats & Drinks. Catch 30+ live acts across your favorite North Park venues, explore the Creator Fair on Ray Street and North Park Way, and enjoy pop-up activations all throughout the district. It’s not just a music fest — it’s a choose-your-own-walkable-experience through the neighborhood. Here’s the deal: A $25 wristband gets you access to all the live music and exclusive drink specials. It’s part paid, part free — and totally worth it. Tickets are limited, so grab yours now before they’re gone! Explore North Park on Facebook / Instagram

Join us at MOXIE Theatre for a cozy play and escape the chill in a cozy diner located in upstate New York, and meet characters Paul and Katie for a cup of coffee… and their secrets. A heartwarming exchange at the doorway of what lies after grief, should you choose to open that door or run away. Run time: 75min Tickets: General - $48 Senior/Military - $44 Students - $20 Limited 'Pick Your Price' - $5-$88 Visit: www.moxietheatre.com/shows/the-counter/ MOXIE Theatre on Facebook / Instagram

Scripps Cancer Center will host a free men’s cancer support group to help participants connect with others going through similar experiences. It is open to men of all ages and all types of cancer diagnoses, and will provide a safe space for sharing experiences and offering mutual support. The group will meet virtually via Microsoft Teams and by phone, making it easy to participate from anywhere. To ensure everyone has an opportunity to share, each session is limited in size. The event is part of the national cancer survivors day observance in June. Advance registration is required for the June 18 event. Call 858-280-5652, or email fong.senchi@scrippshealth.org. Visit: https://www.scripps.org/events/men-s-cancer-support-group-virtual-june-18-2025-1 Scripps Health on Facebook / Instagram

Lambda Recovery Weekend is a transformational spiritual retreat designed for LGBTQ+ individuals in recovery, focusing on unity and healing. Participants engage in fellowship, attend 12-step meetings, and enjoy various workshops and activities that deepen their spiritual experiences. The retreat offers inclusive packages that cover lodging, meals, and programming, with options for financial assistance to support those with financial hardship. This endeavor fosters community and spiritual growth among attendees, ensuring a supportive environment for personal recovery journeys. Lambda Recovery Weekend on Facebook / Instagram

Let your teen’s imagination soar in this exciting four-week creative writing and publishing workshop. Young Writers Ink: Word Magic + Publishing blends playful creativity with real-world writing skills. Young writers (ages 14–18) will experiment with poetry, short stories, creative nonfiction, hybrid writing, and mixed media in a fun, supportive environment. Each session begins with a quick unjournaling warm-up, followed by short pieces of poetry or prose, hands-on creative activities, and time to develop longer pieces of writing. Along the way, students will learn how to polish their work and submit to real contests and anthologies, building confidence and pride in their voices. Please note: There is not a session on Friday, July 4. SD Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram