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Over two hot days, the Sunland Park Fire Department responded to 10 calls to help migrants overcome by heat illness. Firefighters say heat emergencies are increasingly common along the border.

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Grab your best group of friends and get creative with paint! Enjoy an evening of creativity and relaxation at the gorgeous SD Art Advisory gallery in Mission Hills, San Diego. All art supplies are provided and Christy Ross, teaches painting techniques and just how to tap into your own creativity. Enjoy a glass of wine and light appetizers while on your painting journey. At the end of the night you will have a masterpiece to hang on your wall! We’re offering an early bird special of $10 off! This makes the ticket total $65 for the art lesson, all supplies, adult beverage and light appetizers. By completing registration before or on Saturday, April 13, they get $10 off! Coupon code: EARLYBIRD at check out on my website or type EARLYBIRD in the Venmo message. To buy tickets with Venmo, @Christy_Ross. Here's the link to buy tickets with a credit card:https://www.christyross.art/sdartadvisory Please reach out if you have any questions.

Explore your own creativity by learning a variety of painting techniques and new approaches to looking at and making art. Taught by experienced art educator and artist Christy Ross. This 2 hour painting class includes non-alcoholic drink, light appetizers and all supplies. Reserve your spot now! For more information visit: christyross.art Stay Connected on Instagram

Get ready for an extraordinary event that will dazzle your senses and touch your heart! The renowned fashion icon, Lizz Russell, is thrilled to present the highly anticipated 12th Annual Cocktails & Couture Charity Fashion Show, aptly themed "Celebrating Survivors." Mark your calendars for May 18, 2024, because this is a fashion extravaganza you don't want to miss. Hosted at the luxurious Vintana Wine + Dine at The Centre, located at 1205 Auto Park Way, Escondido, CA, this event promises an unforgettable experience from Noon to 2:30 p.m. Prepare to be captivated by the unveiling of the stunning new Lizz Russell Collection in a mesmerizing runway show. The fashion-forward designs will transport you to a world of elegance and glamour, leaving you breathless. But that's not all! Get ready to rub shoulders with the stars on the star-studded red carpet. Celebrity guests include Jolisa Webb, a highly decorated veteran and retired Lieutenant Colonel of the US Air Force, and Stephen Pierce, a former NFL star who turned soulful singer with the NFL Players Choir. Catch glamorous arrivals, exclusive interviews, and capture the essence of the celebrity lifestyle. This year, the event pays tribute to remarkable survival stories that inspire and uplift. Join us in celebrating the incredible journey of Semret Russom, a professional bodybuilder who has triumphantly returned to competition. Witness resilience and triumph in action as we honor those who have overcome adversity with grace and strength. Prepare to be amazed as influential figures grace the runway, from top businesswomen to a renowned former WNBA player. Experience the power of fashion with a purpose as we join hands to support Survivorlicious Inc., a newly established 501(c)(3) charity dedicated to maximizing support for survivors. Lizz Russell, Southern California's beloved celebrity designer, has not only made a mark in the fashion industry but also in the hearts of survivors. Throughout GBS-CIDP Awareness Month, Lizz showcases her latest designs while sharing a portion of the event's proceeds with Survivorlicious Inc. It's fashion with a cause, empowering individuals to embrace life fully despite challenges from GBS or CIDP. Survivorlicious Inc. stands as a beacon of hope for those affected by Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP). With a heartfelt mission to improve the quality of life for individuals and their families battling these conditions, Survivorlicious Inc. provides education, support, advocacy, and community connection. The Cocktails & Couture Charity Fashion Show is not just a celebration of survival and style—it's a powerful movement toward awareness and aid. Blending glamour with goodwill, this event is your invitation to make a difference, one runway at a time.

Second Tuesday Explorations is a monthly gathering of creative writers that fosters support, inspiration, and community. Second Tuesday is a generative meeting. New topics for each session will challenge writers to explore and expand their craft. Generative writing prompts will encourage you to grow and learn in exciting new ways. The first hour will be spent introducing the prompt followed by a sustained ‘free-write’ period. During the second hour, writers will be invited to share their writing with the group. Open to writers of all genres. Sharing your work within a safe, supportive community will help you discover and strengthen your voice. Come check out Second Tuesday Explorations! Please note that signing up for two months at a time will allow you to take advantage of the following discount: $62 for two months for members, $74 for two months for nonmembers. Members may also purchase a discounted bundle of six months for $186 total. April: Suspense & Tension: We will explore ways to sustain tension and create suspense in your writing. If you are working on a story, this is a good class to bring in a draft and do some rewriting! Techniques we will study will include setup, seed-planting, delay, image patterning, and complications. For more information visit: writeyourstorynow.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

“Words are the only bread we can really share.” – Luis Alberto Urrea …and sharing a feast of words is what masterful storyteller, New York Times bestselling author Luis Alberto Urrea, does best. You won’t want to miss this afternoon as he introduces his newest novel, 'Good Night', Irene, which highlights the fearless female volunteers who served overseas during World War II and presents a story of “survival, camaraderie, and courage on the front line” (Kristin Hannah). Join us to explore themes of hope, heartbreak, friendship, trust, and both the consequences and brutalities of war at the Georgina Cole Library. For more information visit: adventuresbythebook.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram