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A Delta passenger plane and an Air Force jet flew narrowly close to one another outside Washington, D.C., on Friday, prompting a collision warning and "corrective instructions" from air traffic controllers.

This year's wackiness — notably from non-candidates renting campaign billboard space — is proving exceptional, and residents have flooded election offices with angry calls and messages.

Today’s national crisis of climate change, endless war, and the deliberate dismantling of democracy calls for more than petitions, street protests, and letters to congress. There is a growing movement saying No to war and to paying taxes for the weapons being sold to support Genocide in Palestine. This interactive workshop with Cathy Deppe will describe practical steps, options, possible consequences for war tax resistance and options for redirection. Q & A, discussion time, and free resources. Visit: Peace Resource Center of San Diego

It’s time to play the music! It’s time to light the lights! Join Musical Theatre Composer & Performer Tyler Tafolla and some of SoCal’s most sensational, Muppetational performers & puppeteers as they celebrate the music, laughs and work of Jim Henson at the historic Sunshine Brooks Theater (217 N. Coast Highway). In this one night only concert, you’ll hear those classic songs you know & love from The Muppets, Sesame Street, Fraggle Rock and many more! It will be a night of music, laughter, hysteria and of course, puppets! An evening you won’t forget! Featuring performances from Jordan Brownlee, Shaun Conde, Gio Aparicio & Megan Tafolla. As well as a virtual performance from Cameron Blankenship. Guests are encouraged to come in as colorful and as Muppet-y attire and bring their own puppets! It’s gonna be a night you don’t want to miss! See you there! Wocka Wocka! Visit: Oceanside Theatre Company

Join us at UC San Diego's Conrad Prebys Concert Hall to listen to world renowned maestros of Indian Music: Pandit Kartik Seshadri (playing the sitar), accompanied by Anubrata Chatterjee (playing the tabla). Pandit Kartik Seshadri on Facebook / Instagram Anubrata Chatterjee on Facebook / Instagram UC San Diego Department of Music on Facebook / Instagram

Get ready for a gnarly night of music trivia for a great cause with Fresh Start Surgical Gifts. Join the San Diego nonprofit at 90’s-themed bar Weir Beer in Vista at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 18, to take part in a radical partnership that combines the excitement of music trivia with giving back to those in need. Proceeds from this event will go toward Fresh Start Surgical Gifts, a local nonprofit dedicated to changing the lives of children from around the world through the gift of free reconstructive surgeries and related medical services, and Unbranded for a Fresh Start, a Fresh Start program dedicated to helping survivors of human trafficking by providing them with free tattoo removal services and more. Trivia is free to play with a suggested donation of just $10 which will help fund life-changing services and reconstructive surgeries for disadvantaged infants, children and teens and can also help victims of human trafficking find a fresh start. Be sure to study your 90’s bangers, because the top three winning groups will also win exclusive prizes! No need to register in advance, just come prepared with your 90’s knowledge and a winning attitude. To learn more about Fresh Start, visit FreshStart.org. To learn more about Unbranded, visit FreshStart.org/unbranded-for-a-fresh-start. Fresh Start on Facebook / Instagram Weir Beer Event Calendar / Instagram

Thinking about having a baby, but feeling overwhelmed with advice? Whether you’ll be a first-time parent or you’re growing your family, our experts will help you sort fact from fiction and explain all you need to know before getting pregnant. At this free webinar, you can ask questions and get direct advice from trusted experts. An OBGYN and fertility specialist will discuss:  How to track ovulation  Lifestyle changes that can improve fertility  How age affects fertility  How to minimize the potential risks of getting pregnant later in life  Personalized birthing options available at Sharp  What makes a pregnancy “high-risk”  The prenatal care and testing you can expect.  Join us to discover why more San Diego parents-to-be choose Sharp. Please note that this class is intended for women or couples who are planning to become pregnant. If you are currently pregnant, Sharp offers hospital tours and childbirth preparation classes. Wednesday, April 9 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Location: Online, via zoom Visit: https://www.sharp.com/health-classes/path-to-pregnancy-webinar-2191 Free (Registration required)

If you or someone you love is living with significant hip or knee pain, attend a free Sharp HealthCare webinar led by a board-certified orthopedic doctor. Learn about the latest nonsurgical and surgical treatment options. Free (Registration required) at sharp.com/jointwebinar or 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277). Sharp HealthCare accepts most health insurance plans. Date: Tuesday, April 8 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Location: Online, via zoom Visit: https://www.sharp.com/health-classes/advanced-treatments-for-hip-and-knee-pain-webinar-1834 Sharp HealthCare on Facebook / Instagram

Charlie Javice, whose startup claimed to be revolutionizing the way college students apply for financial aid, was convicted of defrauding the banking giant by exaggerating her customer base tenfold.

Make a Turkey Wing Hand Broom! Sunday, May 25, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. A Turkey Wing hand broom is an epic example of Appalachian folk art. It could be considered a functional tool or a decorated art piece. These brooms are made with natural broomcorn. Instructor AB will teach you the traditional techniques for binding and shaping the broomcorn, which is made from sorghum, to create a fun and unique experience…others call it a spiritual occurrence. Let’s sweep it up. Ages 13+ years and up is recommended. Materials fee: $10 (cash) to be paid to instructor at the start of the workshop. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • Homeschool funds accepted. • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Visit: San Diego Craft Collective