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One Book, One San Diego has announced the selections for the 2025 region-wide read: “Deacon King Kong” by James McBride has been chosen for adult readers; “Family Style: Memories of an American from Vietnam” by Thien Pham for teens and tweens; and “The Interpreter” by Olivia Abtahi and illustrated by Monica Arnaldo for children.

The Trump administration may end leases for some of NOAA's offices while the agency terminates several advisory committees at the important weather and climate agency.

Firefighters are working to contain a blaze currently tearing through California's beloved wine country. The Pickett Fire first sparked Thursday afternoon and continued to rage Saturday.

Sunday, September 7, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. This beginner 3-hour woodworking workshop will acquaint students with a woodturning lathe, its parts, the tools needed, safety tips, tool sharpening techniques and how to shape wood on a lathe. The class will consist of students learning to round a piece of square stock, learning the four basic cuts and turning a honey dipper as their take home project. This class is appropriate for ages 16 years and older. All materials included. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

In 2025, fandom is complicated. Music is at nearly everyone's fingertips. Concert ticket prices are through the roof. Some fans take devotion to new extremes. What do we owe to the artists we love?

Imperial Beach Mayor Paloma Aguirre will break the current partisan tie at the county — hear from one political analyst about what that means. Then, Voice of San Diego CEO Scott Lewis again joins us with his take on the District 1 election. Also, find out why area beaches are subject to closure. And, from reporting partner inewsource, hear about a new affordable housing project in the heart of Chula Vista. Finally, we’ve got a feature story on the 100th birthday of the oldest roller coaster in the county.

Sundays, September 7 & 14, from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Steam bending wood is an efficient and environmentally-friendly process that has been used for hundreds of years in the construction of chairs, boats, tools, and countless other wooden objects. In this workshop, students will learn the fundamental process of steam bending wood, from wood selection and preparation, to the actual bending and drying process. Through demonstrations and hands-on exercises, students will each make their own steam-bent flower vase to take home. Materials are included. Students are asked to wear/bring long-sleeved clothing and a pair of thermal or heavy gloves. These are the instructor’s favorite gloves. Ages 18 and up. No experience necessary. Materials included. • Military & first responders discounts • Scholarships available • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Cal State University San Marcos (CSUSM), is happy to be offering classes in person at the San Marcos campus Extended Learning Building, and classes online via ZOOM as well. We're kicking off our fall term on Monday, September 8, with an awesome variety of classes. We welcome you to explore our offerings and our fascinating Destination Learning Trips as well. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Cal State University San Marcos provides adult learners (50+) with college level courses free of tests, quizzes and homework. Lifelong Learners come together simply "for the pure joy of learning". This program recognizes that an active mind fosters an overall sense of well-being, improves memory, increases self-confidence, and promotes independence. Connect with others who share your interests and remain intellectually active and socially engaged. Check us out at www.csusm.edu/el/olli or call (760) 750-4020 for more information or to register. We look forward to seeing you in classes or on Zoom! Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at CSUSM on Facebook

Join us for a Spring themed Paint and Sip party at the beautiful Cheval Winery, the perfect family activity right before Easter! Dip your brushes in vibrant acrylic paints and get to work on a 14×14 canvas with local artists guiding you step by step to help you create your own rendition of “New Beginnings”, a cozy bird’s nest cradling vibrant blue eggs surrounded by purple flowers. Beginners and experts a like can mingle and enjoy an evening of drinking wine and tapping into hidden creativity. This venue is dog-friendly and wheel wheelchair accessible. This venue does not offer food but has visiting food vendors (make sure to contact the venue to see if there is a food truck visiting on the day of the event). Feel free to bring snacks, or make sure that you can get a bite to eat before our paint-and-sip event. Plenty of parking is available. This is a 21+ venue. Hours of operation are Friday 4 p.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Visit: 'New Beginnings' Paint and Sip Cheval Winery on Instagram and Facebook

Mientras la vicepresidenta Kamala Harris avanza para tomar su lugar como la abanderada demócrata, los logros de Biden siguen estando en riesgo en caso de que el republicano Donald Trump logre triunfar.