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Join us at Glass Box, San Diego's premier dining destination, for an exquisite Tequila Pairing Dinner on November 29 at 6 p.m. Tickets can be purchased for $85. This event promises to be a sensational evening of culinary excellency, featuring a curated selection of various types of José Cuervo tequila, expertly paired with a delectable five-course menu. Chef Ethan Yang has created a beautiful 5-course meal that pairs perfectly with Jose Cuervo’s nuanced flavors. The menu consists of: 1st Course Tuna Tataki Tostada - delicate seared tuna served on a crisp tostada, adorned with avocado mousse, yuzu infused ponzu, and micro greens Tequila Pairing: Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Reposado 2nd Course Sake Ceviche - a refined ceviche featuring the freshest cuts of seafood marinated in premium sake, adorned with pickles jalapenos and served with taro chips Tequila Pairing: Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Platino 3rd Course Lobster Miso Soup - a velvety miso broth with tender lobster medallions, shimeji mushrooms, and scallions elevated with a hint of tequila Tequila Pairing: Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Anejo 4th Course Tequila Glazed Chilean Sea Bass - a perfectly seared Chilean sea bass glazed with a tequila infused reduction, served alongside a chili relleno and saffron jasmine rice Tequila Pairing: Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Platino 5th Course Matcha Tres Leches Cake - a sophisticated take on the classic tres leches cake, featuring layers of matcha infused sponge cake, sake soaked strawberries, and a delicate tequila infused Chantilly cream Tequila Pairing: Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Anejo Chef Ethan’s main motive in his dining experience is to inspire and create a memorable dining experience. He prides himself in creating unique and unforgettable menu items, and is extremely dedicated to giving back to our San Diego community. For this reason, he has paired up with The San Diego Hunger Coalition, in which 30% of profits will be donated to. "Embracing the belief that a thriving community is cultivated through shared abundance, I've partnered with The San Diego Hunger Coalition," said Ethan Yang, Owner and Executive Chef at Glass Box. "By donating 30% of proceeds from our tequila dinner, we're not just creating exceptional culinary experiences; we're also nourishing the spirit of giving, ensuring that every plate served contributes to the fight against hunger in our beloved San Diego." The San Diego Hunger Coalition is a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to eradicating hunger in San Diego County. With a mission to create a hunger-free community, they work tirelessly to improve food security, advocate for effective policies, and provide vital resources to those in need. Through partnerships, education, and advocacy, the San Diego Hunger Coalition plays a crucial role in addressing the complex issues of food insecurity, ensuring that all residents have access to nutritious food and a brighter future.

Take charge of your heart health! Join us at TrueCare’s family-friendly Love Your Heart Health Fair, in partnership with the County of San Diego and Live Well San Diego. TrueCare’s Love Your Hearth Health Fair, in partnership with the County of San Diego and Live Well San Diego, will feature FREE blood pressure checks and blood pressure monitors (while supplies last). The community health fair will also offer a wide range of wellness resources for a healthy heart tailored to families and individuals of all ages. There will be fun, interactive activities for kids and free food boxes with fresh produce (while supplies last), alongside TrueCare’s mobile unit with flu vaccines (while supplies last). Additionally, San Diego’s Blood Mobile will be on site to accept blood donations. The fair will present an opportunity to access a variety of resources, including health insurance enrollment assistance, resume reviews by TrueCare’s human resources team for anyone interested in working at TrueCare, and a voter registration booth. No-cost children’s dental screening, and HIV and Hepatitis C tests will also be available. Love Your Heart is an annual event in which organizations join together to educate the community on heart health. Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure and don’t know it, because most of the time there are no obvious symptoms. This event helps people understand what their blood pressure is and what the blood pressure numbers mean. As a recognized Live Well partner, TrueCare is hosting this free public event for the entire community to celebrate Love Your Heart Week and American Hearth Month in February. Attendees can meet several of TrueCare’s friendly medical and dental providers and team members who are passionate about ensuring health care for all. Community partners participating with TrueCare at the event include Live Well San Diego, San Diego Blood Bank, Migrant Education, California State University-San Marcos, Mathru Krupa, and Southern Care Resource Center. For more information, call (760) 736-6777 or visit www.truecare.org/events. About TrueCare | TrueCare is a community-based health center serving North County San Diego and South Riverside with comprehensive, quality health care services. TrueCare champions health care for all, making their services available to everyone regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. They offer a sliding scale of low to no-cost care for self-paying patients who qualify, along with flexible payment options. TrueCare also accepts a wide variety of health insurance plans, including Medi-Cal, Medicare, and some commercial health plans. For over 50 years, TrueCare has remained steadfast in its commitment to patients, their families, and its communities. The nonprofit organization is dedicated to delivering a superior and compassionate health care experience to more than 64,000 patients every year, reducing barriers and increasing accessibility to quality care. TrueCare serves its communities in San Diego and Riverside Counties through 21 health centers and WIC offices, providing primary care, pediatric, women's health, behavioral health, dental, chiropractic, acupuncture, podiatry, and cardiology services. In addition, TrueCare offers many other community support services such as mobile care, transportation to clinic appointments, insurance enrollment assistance, weekly food distributions, and integrated nutrition education, starting with breastfeeding. For more information, please visit here.

A new book looks at the history of slavery in California and how it continues today. In other news, four additional miles of carpool lanes on Interstate 5 have opened in North County. Plus, as part of KPBS’s public art series, we learn about one of longtime public artist Roberto Salas’s iconic local works.

The Alliance Française San Diego welcomes you to a panel of three French authors who live in San Diego: Claire Marti, Alain Rolland, and Fabrice Hoerner. The event is on Saturday, November 11, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Pacific Beach. In a friendly town-hall format, you will have the opportunity to discover their latest novels and discuss the real-life and literary influences that fueled their passion for writing. Our three authors will take you through a surprising journey into their creative worlds of Romance, Historical Fiction, and Fantastic, before concluding with a signing session. Their new books, "Hotel King ", "Six Ans d’Absence", and "Le Dernier Hôtel" will be available for purchase if you are interested. It will take place outdoors, at a private home in Pacific Beach. Please make sure to register to get the details. Drinks will be served. *In case of inclement weather, the event will be rescheduled on Sunday November 12, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The Trump administration has asked Congress to rescind funds for NPR/PBS and foreign aid. Congress has until the end of the week to approve the cuts.

From the organizers: The Rosin Box Project (TRBP), San Diego’s premier contemporary ballet company, is opening their 2023 Season: Impulse with Empower. A trailblazing female-led program coinciding with Women’s History Month, featuring three new works choreographed by Resident Artists Lauren Flower, Bethany Green, and Carly Topazio, to be presented at The Light Box Theater in Liberty Station. Performances are Thursday, March 23 through Saturday, March 25 at 7:30 p.m. Also, a special immersive-performance-style event featuring Bethany Green's new work will be presented on Monday, March 27 at 7:30pm. There will also be a Virtual Stream of the full program on March 25 at 7 p.m. (PST). TRBP thrives on expanding the definition of what dance is—who it’s made for and by—while presenting world-class dancers and choreography in an unfiltered and authentic space. Empower spotlights female choreographers that are evolving the art form with their own unique artistic voices. Receptions will follow the March 23 and 24 performances, giving attendees the opportunity to meet and mingle with the company artists, and an Artist Talk-Back (Q&A) will follow the March 25 performance, allowing the choreographers to speak about their work in more detail. Related links: The Rosin Box Project on Facebook The Rosin Box Project on Instagram

This weekend choose between Cassandro the Exotico or Agatha Christie's famous detective at the cinemas.

California allows anyone not currently incarcerated for a felony sentence to register to vote and vote in elections.

More than a week after the end of Title 42, local nonprofits are describing deplorable conditions for people seeking asylum in the United States. In other news, a Cal State San Marcos Army veteran graduates this weekend, with a mission to end her family’s cycle of incarceration. Plus, we have details on some weekend arts events happening in San Diego County.

The recent storms have left a significant amount of trash along the San Diego River, especially at one of the most narrow points between Fashion Valley Road and the 163 overpass. The river is in need of urgent care. Help us reach our goal of cleaning this entire area by joining the community for a Big River Post Storm Cleanup event on Saturday, February 24th from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.! There are two shifts due to the great need, so you can join us from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. or 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. or both! Thank you to our partner Think Blue San Diego for being a long time supporter of our cleanups. Also, thank you to Clark Construction, Riverwalk Golf Course, Town and Country Resort and Fashion Valley Mall for their support. For more information visit: sandiegoriver.galaxydigital.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram