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NPR correspondent Rhitu Chatterjee visited a hit London museum show called "The Offbeat Sari." It showed her how the garment has changed — and made her reflect on what the sari means to her.

California’s Task Force to Study and Develop Reparations Proposals for African Americans held a meeting in San Diego over the weekend. The group heard public testimony and discussed questions around who should be eligible for reparations. Then, the federal government has made a $10 million investment to address overgrown forests across Southern California, but exactly how to best prepare for wildfires is still a matter of debate. Next, a look into some of the bumps in the rollout of California’s transitional kindergarten program. And, surfboards, model trains, aviation, and lots of fine art are just some of the things to see during February for Museum Month 2023. Finally, the Human rights Watch Film Festival returns this Thursday with an opening night screening of “Clarissa’s Battle.” The film documents the tireless efforts of Clarissa Dowtherd as she works for increasing access to childcare and early education for her community and beyond.

An Austin, Texas-to-Detroit flight along April's path of totality is sold out. There are other flights with a view, though your best bet may actually be here on Earth, says one astrophysicist.

Now in its 33rd year, the Environmental Media Awards might be the most celebrity-studded awards ceremony you've never heard of.

The Societe Makers Market is BACK for one of the most fun events of the season! Shop 25 local makers and artists with a drink in hand at Societe Brewing Co! Products will be a wide variety of handmade goods such as jewelry, knit goods, home decor, woodworking, prints, soap, paintings, candles, and so much more! No MLM or direct sales will be present. This event is free to attend! You only pay for the items you wish to purchase and the food and drinks you want to consume. This is a family-friendly event, however, please note alcohol will be present due to the nature of the venues. If you are 21 or older and choose to drink, please drink responsibly. For more information visit: fb.me/e/3r9BHLLj4

Chinese culture features a rich and eclectic wealth of stories. From legends and fairy tales to narratives steeped in history. From dragons (for this is the Year of the Dragon) to stories of love and luck to fish and fishing traditions that brought many to San Diego. January 27th, storytellers Jim Dieckmann, Aunt Li-Anne, and Mindy Donner will share tales at the museum to bring in the "Year of the Dragon." Join professional storytellers from the Storytellers of San Diego for an hour of engaging tales. Each program features different tellers and different stories. Come to one, two, or all three. Other Shows February 17th, "Love, Luck and Good Fortune" tales will be told by Fred Laskowski, David Schmidt, and Patti Christensen. March 3rd, " Tales of Fish and Fish" will be told by Marilyn McPhie, Lissette Ryan and Emily Stamets. Appropriate for all ages. This event is free for all museum members and children under 12; it also is available at no additional cost to visitors who purchase museum admission. For more information visit: sdchm.app.neoncrm.com Stay Connected on Facebook / Instagram

School staff across San Diego county will participate in training sessions for student mental health awareness starting this week.

The unrest has dealt a devastating blow to health care. Staff face the possibility of attack and abduction. Patients could lose their lives en route — or in a hospital where services are curtailed.

The Doris A. Howell Foundation is hosting a half-day Summer Symposium with prominent local physicians presenting the latest research findings impacting women’s health. The speakers and women’s health topics include: • Maternal Health – Maryam Tarsa, MD, MAS is a clinical professor in maternal fetal medicine at University of California San Diego. She has participated in the California Maternal Quality Care Coalition in multiple statewide projects including collaborative efforts to decrease cesarean section rate, decrease maternal cardiac morbidity and mortality through prenatal screening algorithms, and prevention of preeclampsia. • Anxiety/Depression – Fadi Joseph Nicolas, MD is chief medical officer for Sharp Behavioral Health. He treats psychiatric and addiction medicine disorders. Dr. Nicolas is Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the American Board of Preventive Medicine – Addiction Medicine. • Cardiovascular Health – Robert M Stein, MD FAHA, is the medical director of Cardiac Rehab at Palomar Health. He is currently the longest-serving member of the medical staff at Palomar Medical Center. For more information visit: howellfoundation.org

"Amazonia is paradise," the photographer Sebastião Salgado told NPR in 2022. He died at 81 in May.