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For 10 years the farm was not only a place to grow food, but also the setting for events celebrating different cultures and communities. But the church that owns the land doesn’t support some of those events.

Become a Master Composter! Join us at the beautiful Water Conservation Garden to gain in-depth composting knowledge to expand your sustainable gardening practices. You can earn a certificate of completion after attending all 5 weeks, then go on to receive the Master Composter certification and badge after completing the additional requirements! Meet new people in this fun, hands-on course. Class size is limited. Attendees must preregister. After completing this 5-week course you will have a better understanding of how to: * Minimize your carbon footprint and reduce your methane emissions by keeping food and yard waste out of the landfill. * Create natural nutrient-rich soil amendments with your food and yard waste that help your garden grow. * Avoid using synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. * Reduce water use and increase water retention. Compost increases your soil’s water-holding capacity and improves water retention. The Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting through lectures, demonstrations, and a field trip. The course covers the following topics: * In-depth traditional composting and the basics of composting with worms (vermicomposting) * Compost bin building and troubleshooting (in teams!) * The microbiology of composting, including the role of fungi and bacteria * Bokashi fermentation for saving food scraps to compost * Macro decomposers in your compost pile * A tour of the Water Conservation Garden’s composting exhibit * The environmental impacts of composting * … and much more! Schedule (This class will meet Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.:) * March 15th, 2025 * March 22nd, 2025 * March 29th, 2025 * April 5th, 2025 * April 12th, 2025 How to get certified: Master Composter certification requires attendance at all 5 classes, as well as 30 volunteer hours of related community service. Certification is optional. Residents of unincorporated San Diego County receive preferential registration. All others will be placed on a waitlist and apprised of space available 1-2 weeks before the start of the course. Course Fee: $25* *If this course fee presents a financial hardship, it may be waived upon request. Please contact Erin Stone at erin@solanacenter.org before registering to inquire. Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego. Thanks to our host, The Water Conservation Garden. Visit: Master Composter Course – El Cajon Solana Center for Environmental Innovation on Instagram and Facebook

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Hours after President Trump tried to remove three board members, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting responds with a lawsuit arguing he does not have that authority.

Join us for Day Camp at ArtReach! Experience the world of using our art to spread joy, belonging, and generosity to our community! Students will be inspired to create like famous artists such as Kieth Haring and Jean Michel Basquiat, and Faith Ringgold, whose legacy of art brought people and communities together through Social and Environmental Justice. What to expect at ArtReach HQ: What to bring: Please pack a water bottle, lunch, and snacks for your child. A water refill station is available onsite. When: Art camp will be Monday, December 23 from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Select the Day Camp and Extended Care options for pickup at 5 p.m. Please arrive no more than 15 minutes before class. Where: We are located at 1065 University Ave. San Diego, CA 92103 (on the corner of University and Vermont). Parking: We have limited space in our parking lot for drop off and pick up. Seats are limited! If you would like to add on a ticket for a friend, reach out and we will try to accommodate your needs. Running late? If you’re running behind, ArtReach staff members will be ready to catch you up! Something came up and you can’t make it? Please email us. Refunds are not available for no-shows, but credit will be provided for a future class at ArtReach HQ if you cancel at least 24 hours before the class. Safety: All participants must sign a waiver before attending a workshop. All students under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Parent/Guardian Waiver Youth drop off: Please plan to drop off students at the start of class. Only adults listed on the waiver may pick students up (with a matching driver's license or ID card). Visit: Art Day Camp, Mon, December 23, grades K - 5 ArtReach San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

The company said China and other nations are covertly trying to use chatbots to influence opinion around the world. In one case, operatives also used the tools to write internal performance reports.

Westwind Brass (san diego state university MUSIC DEPARTMENT) will perform a kaleidoscopic set of many styles and from many composers...rich Baroque sonorities of Handel and Bach to music of other cultures and including serious art music of jazz artist Dizzy Gilespie and Thelonious Monk. For the complete program being performed go to the HVCCA website.

Photos, hours of footage and other documents were made public Tuesday after a recent court order that mandated any depictions of the deceased couple would be blocked from view.

Mondays, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. January 6–March 3 (no class January 20) (8 weeks, 24 total hours of instruction) La Jolla Studio Working with a life model, students will learn to identify and depict the core “gesture” of any pose. Emphasis is on short poses with the goal of increasing our ability to capture the body in motion. By focusing on the “verb” of the pose, and not the “noun,” we will explore the storytelling potential of the figure. This is an excellent class for those interested in animation and the entertainment arts or for anyone looking to inject more dynamism into their life-drawing practice. This class is for all skill levels. Materials: Newsprint pad, 18” x 24”; compressed charcoal pencils; grease pencil. Other materials are possible with instructor consultation. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/4 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

University leaders are under pressure to comply with federal executive orders and policy changes or risk losing federal funding. Some college presidents say that makes their jobs more challenging.