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Miracle Babies, a nonprofit organization whose mission is dedicated to helping perinatal mothers and their families during their time of need by providing transportation, mental health assistance and supportive services, will be hosting its next diaper distribution on Saturday, June 8th, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Mira Mesa High School (10510 Marauder Way, San Diego, CA 92126). Registered guests will be able to attend the free diaper distribution from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and then it will open to the public from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Over 350 local families are anticipated to attend. Registration is open through Friday June 8th at 12 p.m. or until supplies last. Since the creation of their diaper distributions in 2020, Miracle Babies has supplied over 1.5 million diapers to over 15,000 families in need. To ease the burden of financial stress, diaper drives are for all families, not just families with babies in the NICU. Families in need of products should register online at the Miracles Babies website to ensure availability of diaper sizes. Diaper donations and volunteers are welcome and accepted at all distributions. Visit the Miracle Babies website to sign up to volunteer at the next diaper distribution and impact the lives of over 300 families. Major thanks to the following sponsors: Baby2Baby, Rent-A-Center, San Diego Food Bank, and Councilmember Kent Lee. Miracle Babies is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is dedicated to helping perinatal mothers and their families during their time of need by providing transportation, mental health assistance and supportive services. Our tagline is “Together for a better beginning,” reflecting the importance of this family connection in the critical early weeks and months of an infant’s life and its linkage to improved health outcomes. Transportation issues, including the increasing cost of gas, hospital parking fees, or medically unable to drive are significant barriers that many families in San Diego County, Los Angeles, and Orange County must overcome to be with their babies. Miracle Babies newest initiative, My Brain & My Baby, aims to support mothers suffering from perinatal anxiety or depression with early detection and acute medical care. By providing free transportation and mental health assistance to families, Miracle Babies helps alleviate the stressors of everyday life resulting in better health outcomes for the growth and development of baby. For more information about Miracle Babies, please visit www.miraclebabies.org or email info@miraclebabies.org. For more information visit: miraclebabies.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Join us for two interesting and informative talks. At 1 p.m. "Growing Up on Alcatraz" with local lecturer and historian Dick Fisher. Mr. Fisher spent his youth on the prison island in San Francisco Bay and has lots of stories to tell! At 2:30 p.m. "Propositions on This Year’s Ballot". The League of Women Voters, an American nonprofit, nonpartisan political organization, will impartially discuss the Propositions on this fall’s ballot. Parking pass is required on campus. LIFE members support scholarships thru donations to the LIFE Scholarship Fund. Visit: https://miracosta.edu/community/life.html MiraCosta College on Instagram and Facebook

Classics 4 Kids Gala - Join us in a heartfelt celebration as we honor the lasting impact of Classics 4 Kids. Help under-resourced students access transformative music education programs! Visit Classics 4 Kids on Facebook / Instagram

From a traditional fireworks show to new-age drone spectaculars there are plenty of options to celebrate the Fourth of July in San Diego County.

In remarks to NBC News, Trump also said "there are methods which you could do it." Trump would need either a two-thirds vote in Congress or a constitutional convention to serve a third term.

The think tank is laying off nearly all of its staff, as its former board sues to stop what it calls a "takeover" by the Trump administration.

Premieres Monday, Dec. 30, 2024 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app. A South African beauty queen faces an identity crisis upon learning she's born genetically male. Her path crosses with an intersex activist as they navigate a common journey marked by society's stigma and inner struggles in a male-female world.

This weekend in the arts: Poets laureate at the downtown library; Medium Festival of Photography; indie bands Jupiter Flight and Nite Lapse at the Casbah; Mathieu Gregoire at ICE Gallery; Barrio Art Crawl and Fern St. Circus; "Exotic Deadly: Or the MSG Play" at The Old Globe; and Prebys Play Day at Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego.

Join Classics 4 Kids for an afternoon of music, mingling, and giving back! Enjoy a hands-on ukulele group class with a Classics 4 Kids instructor, sip on your choice of wine, beer, or a tropical mocktail, and indulge in a delicious island-inspired buffet. Learn to play a classic song by the end of your lesson while supporting music education! This class is designed for beginners, but all levels are welcome. Instruments will be provided during the class, or bring your own. Participation in the ukulele group class is optional. All funds raised at this event will build our new Ukulele Scholarship Program to bring skilled Classics 4 Kids instructors into under-resourced schools, giving students the chance to experience the joy of music-making and the accomplishment of learning and performing a song! Learning to play an instrument builds confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love for music. The ukulele is the perfect gateway instrument, offering students an accessible, hands-on way to develop rhythm, coordination, and self-expression. Classics 4 Kids on Facebook / Instagram

Join us at Solterra Winery and Kitchen for our next Paint and Sip Night! Escape the heat and join us in the cool ambiance of Solterra’s private barrel room for an unforgettable evening of dining and painting. This summer, we are embracing the vibrant and refreshing “lovely lemons” theme! Whether you’re an experienced artist or just starting your artistic journey, our professional instructor will guide you step by step, ensuring that everyone leaves with a beautiful creation. Solterra is a local gem with amazing food and prize-winning wine. Their kitchen offers tapas, flatbreads, burgers, charcuterie boards, and more!! Check out their menu here. This event will be held indoors in their beautiful and private barrel room! Solterra’s happy hour starts at 3:30-5:30 p.m. daily, so if you want to take advantage of a happy hour make sure to show up early to place your order!! We encourage artistic freedom! You can alter the painting to fit your style and use any of our colors. Things to know: - We require a 48-hour notice for cancellations/rescheduling. - Refunds must be requested within 3 days of purchase. After 3 days a credit will be given. - Check-in begins 15 minutes before the event start time. Give yourself time to park to avoid arriving late. - No outside food or drink is allowed. They are available for purchase. Wine is not included in your ticket purchase. - If you have any questions about the event, feel free to contact customer service. COVID Safety: For the Safety of our Guests, Venues & Instructors we make sure to sanitize and clean all supplies before every event. If you have a fever or do not feel well, please stay home. The 48-hour cancellation policy will still be in effect if you need to cancel due to illness. For more information visit: paintingandvino.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram