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The Los Angeles Basketry Guild and Misti Washington Gourd & Basket Guild proudly present Special classes with Lissa-Jane de Sailles. Four 1-day, 8-hour workshops with 12 students maximum. Lissa-Jane de Sailles lives and works on Jerrinja/Wandi Wandian Land on the south east coast of New South Wales, Australia. Lissa-Jane teaches fiber art locally and internationally and works with basketry techniques to create sculptural forms and installations with locally foraged natural fibers and textiles. This is a rare opportunity for students to learn from an Australian basketry artist! Two classes in Los Angeles area are September 21 & 22, 2024, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Two classes in San Diego area (El Cajon) are September 28 & 29, 2024, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Classes are for all levels of experience and cost for each is $95 (price covers class fee, materials and teacher preparation and expenses). Tools to bring vary for each class and a list will be available for download on the LABG and MWGBG. Make check payable to MWGBG. When mailing your check, include a note with your name, email address, phone number, and class choice(s) and mail to: MWGBG, c/o Willie Ziegler, 1120 Pepper Drive, Spc. 159, El Cajon, CA, 92021. Email Willie Ziegler (wznvrhpn@aol.com) and let her know you’ve mailed a check, what classes you want to register for and if you have any questions. Exact location of classes will be shared after registration is confirmed. Registration deadline: Sept. 18, 2024. $25.00 fee for cancellations before Sept. 14 and no refunds after Sept. 14, 2024. For more information contact wznvrhpn@aol.com or go to baskets-gourds.com

Named after the first American to orbit Earth, the New Glenn rocket blasted off from Florida, soaring from the same pad used to launch NASA's Mariner and Pioneer spacecraft a half-century ago.

Staff at risk of losing their jobs at the end of the school year include counselors, special education staff and those who work with English language learners.

Join Us for a Spooktacular Halloween Paint and Sip at Giaola Italian Restaurant! Get ready to unleash your creativity this Halloween season! Join us for a fun-filled evening where you’ll learn to paint a mesmerizing “Moonlight Witch” under the guidance of our talented instructor. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine as you unleash your inner artist! Whether you’re a seasoned painter or a complete beginner, our friendly class is designed for everyone. All painting supplies will be provided, so just bring your enthusiasm and a friend or two! Why Join Us? – Connect with friends and family in a relaxed, festive atmosphere. – Create a beautiful piece of art to take home. – Sip on delicious wine and enjoy the ambiance of Gia Italian Restaurant. Experience North County’s newest destination for modern fine dining. Giaola Italian Kitchen has meticulously crafted a one-of-a-kind culinary experience, which masterfully blends the flavors of Italy with sleek, modern design. Giaola Italian Kitchen offers patrons superb dining, takeout, delivery, and catering. Check out their menu HERE! There is plenty of free parking for guests, wheelchair accessible, and indoors. If you are wanting to dine in before the event, feel free to check out their happy hour which is 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. every day. This is also a kid-friendly venue and their outdoor patio is a pet-friendly space! Their maximum occupancy for this venue is 20 guests. We can’t wait to see you there! 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-witch-paint-and-sip/?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Painting and Vino on Instagram and Facebook

Los marines desplegados en Los Ángeles por órdenes del presidente Donald Trump aún no han sido llamados para responder a las protestas de inmigración en la ciudad y están allí solo para proteger a los funcionarios y propiedades federales, dijo el martes el comandante del Cuerpo de Infantería de Marina de Estados Unidos.

Less than half of those displaced received money from the San Diego Housing Commission to help secure new housing or get back into their homes.

Make a Difference by recognizing the signs of human trafficking At the event, there will be informational booths/tables and also special speakers at the Annex area - all there to participate in raising awareness and sharing valuable information and resources. Participating organizations: City of San Diego’s Attorney’s Office and Your Safe Place San Diego Public Library Big Brothers Big Sisters Bilateral Safety Corridor Coalition Children of the Immaculate Heart Family Heath Centers of San Diego Global Communities La Maestra Project Life Project Roots San Diego County Health & Human Services Agency SD HHSA’s Department of Homeless Solutions & Equitable Communities San Diego Organizing Project Geanie Franco, Commander of the San Diego Human Trafficking Task Force, will be the first to speak at the event among four other Guest Speakers from some of the participating organizations listed above to talk about subjects ranging from online safety to restorative work for victims that are women and children. Visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/services/sex-trafficking-awareness

Feeding San Diego Holiday Food Distribution at Park Avenue Community Center at 210 E Park Ave., Escondido, CA 92025 Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 from 9 – 11 a.m. *Drive-through Find the Help You Need, When and Where You Need It! In partnership with more than 300 local charities, schools, faith communities, meal sites, and food pantries, Feeding San Diego distributes more than 29 million meals a year to people facing hunger. Feeding San Diego on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

Tangier Island in Virginia — one of the last inhabited islands in the Chesapeake Bay — is under threat from rising sea levels and climate change.

It's national farmers market week. We're taking you outside to farmer's markets and highlighting local efforts to prioritize food access and healthy neighborhoods.