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Interior Department employees say they have been scrambling to keep the lights on and do their jobs as budget cuts driven by the Department of Government efficiency team start to bite.

Gerlinde Kaltenbrunner has climbed all 14 of the 8,000+ meter peaks, from Annapurna to Everest. Upon completing the most daunting and feared mountain, K2, in the remote Karakoram Range, she became the first woman climber to do so without supplemental oxygen or porters. On stage she shares the highlights of a remarkable career and what it was like to be the first. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/gerlinde-kaltenbrunner/ Gerlinde Kaltenbrunner on Instagram and Facebook

On November 6, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 p.m., the SoCal French-American Chamber of Commerce (SoCal FACC) will host a special event at the Intercontinental San Diego to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The evening will honor veterans of the Normandy landings, with seven of these heroes, aged between 98 and 104, in attendance. Veterans Clayton B. Baum, Bill Becker, Andre Chappaz, Betty Rosevear, Peter S. Sanzo, and Calvin Shiner will share their experiences of courage and sacrifice, offering attendees a unique, firsthand perspective on their historic contributions to freedom and peace. The event will feature a distinguished guest, Adrien Frier, Consul General of France in Los Angeles, who will join the celebration. This gathering, held in partnership with Delta, Intercontinental San Diego, and the Best Defense Foundation—a nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans of historic conflicts—aims to honor the enduring legacy of the Normandy landings. It also highlights the continued partnership between France and the United States. The veterans participated in the 80th-anniversary Battlefield Return Program to Normandy in June 2024, a collaboration between Delta and the Best Defense Foundation that allowed them to revisit the sites of their bravery. Guests at this tribute event will not only have the chance to connect and network but also to engage with these veterans, hear their remarkable stories, and celebrate the strong Franco-American ties. Sylvie Almeri, Managing Director of the SoCal FACC, emphasized the privilege of honoring these veterans, noting that the event reinforces the shared values and bond between the two nations. Adding to the evening’s excitement, attendees can enter two exclusive giveaways: Delta will provide two round-trip Main Cabin tickets from the USA to Paris, and the Intercontinental San Diego will offer a luxurious night's stay. These prizes further commemorate the occasion, making it memorable for the guests as they celebrate a significant historical milestone and honor the courage and resilience of the D-Day veterans.

The Murray Family is finally organizing, planning, coordinating and executing a long awaited celebration and appreciation gospel musical program for our Mom. In 2017, a proclamation made by the previously standing San Diego City Council President Myrtle Cole that on “October 13th is Ann Murray Day” indefinitely in “America’s Finest City of San Diego, California”. She organized, led and emceed numerous gospel programs/concert events, and introduced high-profile quartet gospel groups, choirs, praise teams and single artists to the San Diego local community, California State and nationwide highly notable gospel venues. She was also the first premier African American female gospel radio DJ in the 60s, 70s and 80s in San Diego, and was deemed “The Queen Of Gospel Radio” in The City of San Diego, California. She was also the founder and originator of the Gospel Music Day held at the San Diego Del Mar Fair every summer for years also introducing numerous groups and solo artists that is still being featured to this very day. For years Ms. Murray personally provided community outreach providing food and Easter baskets for numerous low-income families that were in dire need in the immediate San Diego area. Please participate in honoring of our mother who has given so much of herself to the city of San Diego, Los Angeles, the Golden State of California and the National Quartet Singing Alliance of America, Inc. Thank you so much in advance for caring and the acknowledgement of mother and what she stood for! We appreciate you deeply from the bottom of our hearts! Come celebrate Ann Murray Day with a soul-stirring Gospel Extravaganza filled with uplifting music and joyful praise! Welcome to The Ann Murray Day Celebration Gospel Extravaganza! Come join us at North Park Apostolic Church for a day filled with soul-stirring music and uplifting performances. This event is a celebration of gospel music and the legacy of Ann Murray. Get ready to be inspired and moved by talented artists and groups as they spread the message of faith and love through music. Featuring performances by Archie Dale & The Tones of Joy, Bishop John W. Haynes & Change, 3MC Tri-City Ministers for Christ, Brothers of Praise, and much more! Don’t miss out on this special event that promises to touch your heart and lift your spirits. Mark your calendars and spread the word – The Ann Murray Day Celebration Gospel Extravaganza is an experience you won’t want to miss! Purchase tickets on Eventbrite at theannmurraydaygospelextravaganza.eventbrite.com Stay tuned for special events, news, and more as we celebrate the great life of Sister Ann Murray on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/sisterannmurray Written by: Clennon “Wayne” Murray wmurray1446@gmail.com 530-990-7296

The Justice Department alleges the Dassault Falcon 900EX aircraft was purchased in Florida by the Venezuelan leader's associates through a shell company in violation of sanctions and export controls.

During this special summer fundraiser, Kendra Scott Jewelry at Fashion Valley Mall will donate 20% of their proceeds to support our lifesaving work! Join us in store on Aug. 17 to browse stunning jewelry, meet our Canine Ambassadors and help save animal lives. Can't make it to the event? Use the code “GIVEBACK-HAZVY” on Aug. 17 and 18 to have 20% of your online purchase donated! Visit: https://www.kendrascott.com/ https://www.sdhumane.org/ Kendra Scott on Instagram and Facebook

JAMES LEE III - Joyous Advocate SCHUBERT - Piano Sonata in A Major, No. 13, D. 664 SCHUBERT - Arpeggione Sonata for Clarinet and Piano PRICE - Adoration JESSIE MONTGOMERY - Peace ADOLPHUS HAILSTORK - The Blue Bag BERNSTEIN - Sonata for Clarinet and Piano For more information visit: theconrad.org

The monarch butterfly is widely recognized and widely dispersed across North America and it's in trouble. Federal officials decide soon whether it gets protection under the Endangered Species Act.

The San Diego Chapter of the California Native Plant Society (CNPS) is hosting its annual native plant sale at Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead in Escondido this year! Come explore the historic Sikes Adobe Farmhouse and its surrounding native gardens to inspire plant purchases for your home, yard, balcony, or restorative, water saving, & fire resilient landscape. Browse an extensive selection of California native shade trees, water-wise shrubs, seasonal flowers, bunch grasses, ground covers, and succulents sourced from CNPS and Southern California native plant nurseries: SAN DIEGO COUNTY Moosa Creek Nursery - moosacreeknursery.com Native West - nativewest.com Neel’s Nursery - neelsnursery.com ORANGE COUNTY Tree of Life - californianativeplants.com LOS ANGELES COUNTY El Nativo Nursery - elnativogrowers.com Theodore Payne - theodorepayne.org SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY Native Sons Nursery - nativeson.com Las Pilitas Nursery - laspilitas.com In addition to live native plants, the open-air garden market will include vendor booths offering seeds, bulbs, books, wildlife arts and crafts, and expert advice from seasoned landscape professionals. Food trucks will be available to provide refreshments as supplies last. Partner organizations will provide information on local programs and share some secrets of the wild! Make friends with great folk and learn about these amazing organizations and how they protect, restore, and enhance our open spaces and conservation areas. Learn about ReWilding efforts, water savings programs, and upcoming events great for families of all ages! Check out the native gardens of the historic adobe and the efforts of the San Dieguito River Park volunteers and Rangers to rebuild and preserve this cultural gem at Lake Hodges on the banks of the San Dieguito River where the newest cross county ‘Coast to Crest Trail’ is now being pieced together. Discover this hiking and biking paradise and share connecting moments with friends and family. Create new wildlife habitat around your home and join a peaceful celebration of life with those who share your love of plants and wildlife in San Diego. For more information, please visit the CNPS San Diego website: https://www.cnpssd.org/fall-plant-sale-2024 California Native Plant Society on Instagram and Facebook

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents “Scintillation”, juried by award-winning artist, Robin Erickson. The water-based media exhibition runs July 28 to August 31, 2024, at our Gallery in The ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station. The Opening Reception is Friday, August 2, 5 - 8 p.m. with over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The Gallery is open Weds-Sun, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Please visit www.sdws.org for more information. Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram