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Colorado voters in 2020 approved raising hundreds of millions of dollars to establish a universal pre-K program. That money comes from a surprising — and controversial — source: tobacco tax revenue.

This class is aimed for children of all backgrounds, ages 5-10. The class will involve art making and interpretation, based on the rich cultural heritage represented at Yiddishland. Children will be introduced to Yiddish cultural concepts and biographies of Jewish artists. The objective of this course is developing creativity, critical thinking, and appreciation of the arts. No electronic devices are allowed in the classroom. Class materials are included in the price. Instructor: Preet Srivastava Stay Social! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

"Blacktronika: Afrofuturism in Electronic Music" exhibition runs Feb. 7, 2023 - March 25, 2023 This exhibit celebrates and shines a light on the UC San Diego course Blacktronika: Afrofuturism in Electronic Music, created by music professor and industry practitioner King James Britt. Throughout Winter Quarter 2023, view an assortment of Professor Britt’s exciting course materials, a selection of vintage and modern electronica instruments-of-interest, and ephemera associated with Britt’s career and his current research. Blacktronika: Afrofuturism in Electronic Music is a new UC San Diego lecture course that focuses on researching and honoring the people of color who have pioneered groundbreaking genres within the electronic music landscape. Genres span from Chicago house, Detroit techno and drum’n’bass music. Using his position in the industry, the class has been attended by many, including Questlove, Julian Priester and Flying Lotus. Location: The Nest at Geisel Library, 2nd Floor Parking: All visitors to the UC San Diego campus are required to display a valid parking pass. The closest parking to the Geisel Library is the Hopkins Parking Structure. More information about parking on campus. Follow these guidelines for accessible parking. Related Event: Blacktronika: Club Experience Friday, March 3 | 7 p.m. Conrad Prebys Music Center Experimental Theater The Blacktronika: Club Experience pop-up is a physical in-person extension of the Blacktronika: Afrofuturism in Electronic Music course. The course honors all the innovators of color that contribute to the advancement of electronic music. Chicago & NY house, Detroit techno, Jamaican dub, funk, disco, hip-hop, amipiano and more are all rooted in Black music. These nights provide a remote course with the opportunity to experience the music the way it is meant to be, on a sound system in a safe space. Also provides an opportunity for all to unite for the rhythm. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required at music.ucsd.edu/tickets. King Britt on Facebook

Kalei’s Kitchenette, a family-owned Pacific Rim cuisine business and partner of national restaurant incubator FOODWORKS, is excited to announce their official grand opening of their first brick-and-mortar location in Rancho Peñasquitos, at 9926-F Carmel Mountain Road on Saturday, June 24. The grand opening celebrations will kick off at 10 a.m. with a traditional ti leaf ribbon-cutting ceremony, accompanied by local dignitaries and community stakeholders. The festivities will continue with live hula dancers, raffles, and more, including small bites and giveaways from local small businesses such as Kapu Coffee and TEJO desserts, to pair with Kalei’s extensive menu of large and a la carte plates. Kalei’s is also excited to introduce new food specials to their menu this weekend, which will rotate on a recurring weekly basis throughout the year. Originally opened as a stall at a local farmer’s market, Kalei’s Kitchenette is a love letter to Pacific Rim culture created by husband-wife duo Chef Andy and Khara Mangiduyos. The Maui native uses local, fresh ingredients to serve Asian and Pacific classics like Huli Huli chicken, Loco Moco, Spam Musubi and Kalei’s signature Garlic Chicken. Kalei’s Kitchenette is a small business partner of FOODWORKS, a restaurant and small business incubator founded by John Coker under global food service leader Compass Group. FOODWORKS helps small businesses – especially those owned by women and minorities like Kalei’s Kitchenette – attain the resources needed to grow in a highly competitive industry throughout all regions in the United States. Kalei’s Kitchenette will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. through 6 p.m. and will offer signature dishes by Chef Mangiduyos, ready-to-eat meals, and easy catering solutions. To check out their full list of menu items and order online, visit their website https://www.kaleiskitchenette.com/. Kalei's Kitchenette on Facebook / Instagram

In the midst of a school shooting, UNC's student journalists kicked into action, covering the story as it unfolded. Now, the paper's front page — a block of heart-wrenching texts — is earning praise.

The birthing center at Palomar Health's Poway Medical Center is set to close soon with those services being transferred to Escondido.

Cinema Junkie Beth Accomando picks her favorite panels.

This month, each coop is partnering with their flock’s favorite local organization to give back to the community. Here’s how you eating all the eats and drinking all the drinks helps support local causes through all of December. Little Italy: Drop off canned or boxed non-perishable food items for the San Diego Food Bank’s Drive, and receive 10% off your order that day. All food will be donated to hungry local families in need. Encinitas: Drop off a pair of new socks for the Community Resource Center’s Drive, and receive 10% off your order that day. Or, order online and select the option to round up your receipt to the nearest dollar. All socks will be donated to local families in need. Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

There are efforts to change how decisions are made about which books libraries should stock and which section they belong in. Some advocate using a national rating system like the one used for movies.

While little is yet known about possible deaths or the full extent of the damage, experts are calling Otis the strongest storm in history to make landfall along the Eastern Pacific Coast.