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Learn to Carve a Decorative Spoon! November 16 & 17, 9-11:30 a.m. In this 5-hour workshop, students will learn to carve a decorative spoon in basswood in the European carving tradition. Students will learn and apply the following skills that are needed to carve a simple decorative spoon: Carving safety; Honing/sharpening; Tracing and transfer of the spoon layout to a piece of basswood; Hollowing out the spoon; carving the back; and removing thickness under the handle; Carving out the handle; Sanding the spoon and handle; Finish can be applied at home (instructor can offer shellac, which is non-toxic). This class is designed for the beginner as well as more experienced carvers. Different techniques and styles make it interesting for all skill levels. There is no prerequisite for this class. All of the necessary tools and materials will be available to students for this class. It is recommended that you bring your own safety gear (eye protection, hearing protection, dust mask, gloves). We have hearing and eye protection available if you do not have your own. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome, or 14+ years with an accompanying adult! • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • Military and sibling discounts • If this class is full, join the waitlist. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the waitlist to be notified when new dates are offered.

It's looking like 2024 will be the hottest year since record-keeping began, unseating 2023 for the top spot. Climate change is playing a role, and scientists say it was even hotter than expected.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture must temporarily reinstate nearly 6,000 probationary employees fired since Feb. 13, according to a ruling by the Merit Systems Protection Board.

The Food and Drug Administration has told food manufacturers the psychoactive mushroom Amanita muscaria isn't authorized for food, including edibles, because it doesn't meet safety standards.

5 Tuesdays from 6 – 8 p.m. Sept 10, 17, 24, Oct 1 & 15 In this 5-week series, students will learn the basics of handbuilding to create functional pieces with an emphasis on decorative techniques. Working with mid fire clay, we will explore various methods of building forms and decorative techniques with underglazes and slips. Students will complete multiple projects throughout the course while applying handmade stencils and layering techniques with colorful patterns as well textured colorful designs using the sgraffito technique. Students will be able to utilize a wide array of glazes and colors through the course. All materials provided. Ages 15+ welcome! • Military and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • Homeschool funds accepted. • If this class is full, join the Interest List. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Visit: 5-Week Surface Design in Clay

The law is intended to help those who might not have the access or knowledge to use digital coupons. Many grocery stores offer deals through phone apps or otherwise online only.

Sheel Seidler, the wife of late San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler, has sued two of her brother-in-laws in an attempt to prevent a third Seidler brother from taking control of the team rather than her.

Students observing Ramadan generally fast from dawn to sunset. This year, that won’t prevent them from getting school breakfast and lunch.

Dr. Gabriel Leger, nationally recognized neurosciences faculty member at UC San Diego will present "Understanding Memory Loss Together." Preceded by a light fellowship supper and dessert. Dr. Leger specializes in Alzheimer's Disease and related disorders. His expertise covers diagnosis and treatment of multiple forms of dementia including Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson's and Primary Progressive Aphasia among others. The event is free and open to the public, reservations are required by October 21 due to limited seating. A free-will offering is accepted with proceeds supporting St. Peter's Senior Ministry. To Register: office@stpetersdelmar.net or 858-755-1616. To Give: stpetersdelmar.net/give and designate "Senior Ministry" in comments. Visit: https://www.stpetersdelmar.net/events/understanding-memory-loss-together-dr-gabriel-leger St. Peter's Del Mar on Instagram and Facebook

Learn about physical and cognitive changes, how to evaluate driver safety, local transportation resources, and tips for having difficult conversations about driving. This class is presented by local nonprofit Alzheimer’s San Diego and is designed specifically for care partners Register >