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Join us at Swatch at UTC San Diego on May 3 for a Mother’s Day pressed flower workshop in partnership with Flora and The Sun. Create your own unique card and experience the perfect spring accessories from Swatch’s "BLOSSOM TIME" Collection and Flik Flak’s "BUBBLY HOURS" Collection firsthand. Swatch on Facebook / Instagram

A Biden-era rule eases the path for workers to be sponsored for U.S. permanent residency, an attractive option for those in horse-racing looking for a competitive edge.

La Jolla Playhouse recently opened a production of Jocelyn Bioh's Tony Award-winning play "Jaja's African Hair Braiding." Set in a Harlem hair braiding salon, the story explores love, family, friendship and the complexities of being an immigrant.

El Eternauta has acquired near-mythic status in Argentina since it was first published in 1957.

Make Mother's Day a grand occasion with Westgate's time-honored tradition of Afternoon Tea. Enjoy quality time with Mom over freshly brewed pots of tea, delicate tea sandwiches from the kitchen of the Westgate Room, and a selection of handmade pastries, French macarons, and cakes. A live harpist will serenade throughout tea service, and a take-home rose for Mom will make the day especially sweet. Parking: $10 for three hours with validation. $12 per hour thereafter. Dietary Restrictions: We are happy to accommodate guests who have dietary restrictions. Guests can mention dietary restrictions on the reservation notes, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Please specify if an adult or a child has dietary restrictions and how many people. Cancellations: Mother’s Day Tea reservations will require a credit card guarantee 72-hour cancellation policy. Canceling after the deadline will cause a penalty of $50 cancellation fee per person. Saturday & Sunday, May 10 & 11 are sold out. May 3, 4 & 7 - 11 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Weekends) | 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. (Weekdays) $95 Adults (All-Inclusive) $65 Children ages 2-12 (All-Inclusive) Complimentary for infants 1 & under The Westgate Hotel on Facebook / Instagram

They said Friday's raid on Buona Forchetta was reminiscent of a dictatorship. A warrant for the raid, unsealed on Monday afternoon, alleges nearly half the workers there used fraudulent IDs to obtain employment.

Want to skip the traffic and parking headaches? Here are three car-free ways to get to San Diego Comic-Con.

A new cultural tradition is coming to East County! On Saturday, June 7, 2025, Downtown El Cajon will debut Artivál, East San Diego County’s first-ever arts festival. The free, open-air celebration brings together local creatives, musicians, food and drink vendors, and the community to highlight the city’s cultural identity. Held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the heart of Downtown El Cajon at Main & Magnolia, the free festival kicks off the summer season with a vibrant showcase of more than 50 artists and makers, interactive installations, live music, and gourmet food trucks. For those 21 and up, East County Arts Association has curated a ticketed Wine & Beer Garden experience that adds an elevated experience with tastings from local wineries, craft brew, and beverage brands. Artivál’s mission is clear – to transform Downtown El Cajon’s public spaces into a living canvas, spark cultural dialogue, and create lasting access to the arts in a part of San Diego that’s long been underserved by creative programming. Featuring a dynamic lineup of visual and performing artists, from rising talents to veteran creatives, Artivál celebrates the full spectrum of local artistry across disciplines and cultures. FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS · Art Walk (10 a.m. – 6 p.m.): A vibrant outdoor gallery featuring local and regional artists across diverse mediums. · Food Trucks (10 a.m. – 6 p.m.): Flavor-packed bites from East County’s favorite mobile kitchens. · Wine & Beer Garden (Noon – 6 p.m.): Guests 21+ can sip and relax with beverages JuneShine, Flying Embers, Burning Beard Brewery, The Tap Truck East San Diego, Granite Lion Winery, Fog Wine Co., and Snake Oil Co. · Live Music (Noon – 6 p.m.): - Cassie B (11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.): High-energy pop, funk, and soul. - Kimba Light (2:45 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.): Latin, funk, and Afro-Caribbean fusion. EVENT DETAILS WHEN: Saturday, June 7, 2025. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. WHERE: Main & Magnolia, El Cajon, CA 92020 TICKETS: FREE Entry Wine & Beer Garden: - 10 Tastings Tickets - $45.00* - 5 Tastings Tickets - $25.00* *Tasting = 1 Ticket *Full Pour = 2 Tickets Cocktail Tickets: $15 each Wine & Beer Garden Tickets and Cocktail tickets will only be available for purchase onsite (cash or card). Wine & Beer Garden Tickets will be sold at the entrance within the fenced garden, while Cocktail Tickets will be sold at Belly Bar next to Snake Oil Canopy. To learn more, visit www.artivalsandiego.com. “El Cajon is one of the most diverse cities in the county, and yet, East County has never had an arts festival to call its own,” said Chris Berg, Marketing & Engagement Manager for the City of El Cajon and Downtown El Cajon Business Partners’ Board Member. “Artivál is our way of creating a new tradition for the community and visitors to experience the city’s creativity. Plus, the sun is always shining in El Cajon in June!”

Stretch Affect, known for their concierge physical therapy and movement optimization, is throwing a Grand Opening Fundraiser this Sunday May 18 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at their new 10,000-square-foot facility in Sorrento Mesa (9945 Pacific Heights Blvd, San Diego, CA 92121). The event aims to raise $50,000 for the Challenged Athletes Foundation and will feature a Paralympian guest speaker, and a live auction boasting signed sports memorabilia, training packages, travel getaways, and more to further help propel fundraising efforts. The fundraiser will also include demonstrations of wheelchair tennis and racing, and hands-on access to state-of-the-art fitness and recovery technology—including DEXA scans, 3-D motion capture from Kinotek, and interactive showcases by Blazepod, Gibbons, Matrix, and Hyperice. Families can enjoy a kid-friendly zone with inflatables and games, while attendees can explore supercars from Fast Lane Drive, sample food from Glass Box, and receive water bottles from Fill-It-Forward to support clean water initiatives worldwide. The day will also include a special Live Well San Diego proclamation, recognizing Stretch Affect’s continued commitment to community well-being. Stretch Affect on Facebook / Instagram

The goal of the changes, which head to the Senate next week, is to save money and send a signal that Republicans are tough on immigration.