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

The Smithsonian isn't a federal agency, but it gets much of its funding from federal appropriations.

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.

On November 24, 5-6 p.m. we will be hosting a talk titled “Visualizing Light and Enlightenment Ideology in ‘Glimmer.” This talk will be given by Professor Scott Dale, a professor of Spanish Studies at Marquette University in Milwaukee. The talk is part of Julia San Romans exhibition. The European Enlightenment championed faith in the human spirit, ingenuity and our capacity to reason and overcome adversity. Scientific discoveries in the 18 th -century modernized Western civilization, but it also inspired us to ask questions, inquire, solve complex problems and, more importantly, have faith in our ability to move forward intellectually. Although the Enlightenment was the philosophical sunrise for a new era in social progress over two centuries ago, we still see reiterations of this positivist spirit in various forms in our world today, whether it be in architecture, literature, design, cuisine, fashion or art. In Julia San Román’s series called, “Glimmer,” we find ourselves before a bifurcated, intense, compact and abrupt visual space where Enlightenment energy is revisited once again. In several iterations of “Glimmer” we see that the pictorial plane is divided into two very different languages to underscore the brilliance of the spirit of the Enlightenment. These two juxtaposed visual languages are accentuated to paint us a poignant philosophical contrast all too familiar: the tension between anxious, emotional, melancholic and expressive reality and the more abstract space characterized by clarity, intelligence, reason and optimistic determinism. They are clearly two opposing spaces and forces, and, for San Román, this graphic union in "Glimmer” underscores the beauty, necessity and desire for eternal hope and optimism. Sparks Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

Copley Library at the University of San Diego is pleased to unveil its most recent acquisition, "In Blue Time," followed by a talk given by artist Tatiana Ortiz-Rubio as part of Hispanic Heritage Month. About the Artist: Tatiana Ortiz-Rubio is a Mexican artist whose work includes oil painting, drawing, muralism and installation. Her current work focuses on the concept of time, disability, and the transitions of change through the perspectives of her individual narrative, astro-physics, philosophy and memory. She received her MFA from the New York Academy of Art and her BA in Art History and Visual Arts at the University of San Diego. Ortiz-Rubio has exhibited her artwork internationally in the Dominican Republic, Mexico, and the United States, in such places as the Timken Museum of Art, Centro Cultural Tijuana, Oceanside Museum, Quint Gallery, Athenaeum Music and Arts Library, Instituto Cultural Cabañas in Guadalajara, and Bread&Salt Gallery among others. Her permanent public murals can be seen through out the city of San Diego and has work in the San Diego Civic Art Collection as well as the University of the Claustro de Sor Juana in Mexico City and now in the University of San Diego. Ortiz-Rubio partnered with the State of California for the Action Saves Lives campaign to create a mural to commemorate COVID victims and raise awareness. In addition, she was an Artist in Residence at the Timken Museum of Art, Chavon School of Design in the Dominican Republic, and at Bread&Salt Gallery in San Diego. She currently teaches drawing and painting at the University of San Diego.

Visions Museum of Textile Art is hosting their 25th international juried art quilt exhibit, "Quilt Visions 2024." Discover innovative textile art that explores form, craftsmanship, and surface design techniques from 28 artists. This exhibit is on display from Oct. 19 to Dec. 28, 2024 at Visions Museum of Textile Art: 2825 Dewey Rd. Suite 100 San Diego, CA 92106. Visions Museum of Textile Art is free and open to the public on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Accessible parking is available in front of our building, with a ramp entrance to the left of our main door. Visions Museum of Textile Art on Facebook / Instagram

The White House says the federal employees union is doing its members a disservice by urging them not to resign with the promise of administrative leave until September.

On Saturday, March 29, 2025, San Diegans will participate in the Screen Your Gut - Save Your Butt 5K Challenge at De Anza Cove, 3000 North Mission Bay Drive, Mission Bay Park, San Diego, CA. The event is to raise awareness about colorectal cancer, the 2nd deadliest form of cancer, and to promote its prevention and early detection through screening. Screen Your Gut - Save Your Butt is sponsored by the California Colorectal Cancer Coalition (C4), a statewide non-profit organization whose mission is to save lives and reduce suffering from colorectal cancer in all Californians. Funds raised from the event will be used to support C4's grants program. This program is designed to increase screening to prevent the development of colorectal cancer and to detect existing cancers early, for better patient outcomes. In 2022, more than 23,000 Californians were diagnosed with colorectal cancer, and more than 8,000 Californians died of the disease, according to California Cancer Registry data. What makes this disturbing is that through timely screening, colorectal cancer is mostly preventable or detectable at an early stage, when treatment is most effective. It is recommended that persons of average risk get screened starting at age 45. Regular screening is the key to preventing colorectal cancer. If you are younger than 45 and have a family history of colorectal cancer, or you think you may be at high risk, or if you're older than 75, talk to your doctor about screening options. From Dr. Stony Anderson, past-president of C4: "Colorectal cancer kills more Californians than any cancer other than lung cancer. With screening, most of these deaths can be prevented. For every 50 people screened for colorectal cancer, we will prevent one person from dying from colorectal cancer, but only if people get tested. There are multiple available effective tests. The best test is the one that gets done. Ask your doctor when you should get tested." Date and Time: On Sat, 29 Mar 2025 8 a.m. - Sat, 29 Mar 2025 12 p.m. Venue Details: De Anza Cove Park, 3000 North Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, California, 92109, United States Visit: https://charity.pledgeit.org/C4SanDiego

Port of Entry, KPBS’ cross-border podcast, tells stories that question what it means to belong to a region that exists at the edge of distinct cultures and languages. KPBS has created a space in the airwaves where those cross border stories can resonate. Now we want to jump from the airwaves into a live production and you are invited. We are opening our doors and inviting you to the KPBS studio for a behind-the-scenes look at Port of Entry. Join us September 22 and see our podcast creation first-hand and meet the team. The excitement doesn't stop there — you'll also participate in the crafting of an actual episode during a live interview session with the incredibly talented graphic artist Charles Glaubitz, and actor and screenwriter Giancarlo Ruiz. Plus, you'll enjoy an exclusive tour of the newly renovated KPBS building and light refreshments. Hope to see you there! This event is part of World Design Experience powered by San Diego Design Week. Port of Entry is made possible with support from California Humanities, a non-profit partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with an inspiring artistic journey at Exclusive Collections Gallery (EC Gallery). Join us from November 8 to 10 for the "Native American Art Show," highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the nation's top Native American artists through remarkable sculptures, paintings, and mixed media pieces. There will also be apparel from renowned Native American artists including bags and designer hats. Don't miss this opportunity to explore exceptional creativity in one place. The weekend show will be held Fri & Sat 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. and Sun 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. where attendees get to meet internationally acclaimed Native American artists, Cara Romero, LX Lewis, Ruben Chato, George Rivera, Jeremy Salazar, Votan, Cody Sanderson and Stuart Sampson. Stepping things up a notch this year there will be specialty hats by Auntie Creations and custom bags by Wabanoonkwe. There will also be a VIP reception on Saturday, Nov 9 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. In addition to meeting the acclaimed artists, guests will also be able to enjoy wine, beer, light bites, and music. EC Gallery always goes big for these events. EC Gallery is located area at 621 Fifth Street, San Diego, CA 92101. In the heart of downtown San Diego at the corner of Fifth and Market in the Gaslamp area. RSVP is recommended. The cost for the show is free and open to all ages -- except the Friday VIP event where guests must be 21+ Visit: https://www.ecgallery.com/show/exclusive-collections-native-american-group-show-i Exclusive Collections on Instagram and Facebook