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A former USAID worker has a new mission. She's hoping to connect philanthropists with overseas programs that have lost — or are likely to lose — their U.S. funding.

The Trump administration is developing plans to build immigration detention facilities on bases nationwide, a step that could significantly expand the military's role in immigration enforcement.

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with an inspiring artistic journey at Exclusive Collections Gallery (EC Gallery). Join us from November 8 to 10 for the "Native American Art Show," highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the nation's top Native American artists through remarkable sculptures, paintings, and mixed media pieces. There will also be apparel from renowned Native American artists including bags and designer hats. Don't miss this opportunity to explore exceptional creativity in one place. The weekend show will be held Fri & Sat 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. and Sun 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. where attendees get to meet internationally acclaimed Native American artists, Cara Romero, LX Lewis, Ruben Chato, George Rivera, Jeremy Salazar, Votan, Cody Sanderson and Stuart Sampson. Stepping things up a notch this year there will be specialty hats by Auntie Creations and custom bags by Wabanoonkwe. There will also be a VIP reception on Saturday, Nov 9 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. In addition to meeting the acclaimed artists, guests will also be able to enjoy wine, beer, light bites, and music. EC Gallery always goes big for these events. EC Gallery is located area at 621 Fifth Street, San Diego, CA 92101. In the heart of downtown San Diego at the corner of Fifth and Market in the Gaslamp area. RSVP is recommended. The cost for the show is free and open to all ages -- except the Friday VIP event where guests must be 21+ Visit: https://www.ecgallery.com/show/exclusive-collections-native-american-group-show-i Exclusive Collections on Instagram and Facebook

Thursday, 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. March 20 (1 Day, 4.5 total hours of instruction) La Jolla Studio Paint from a beautiful still life inspired by spring flowers! This is a one-day intensive workshop focusing on painting flowers alla prima. Students will learn about composition by designing and setting up a floral still life. We will take a closer look at the structure of flowers and techniques for painting them. A fun, fast study, and an excellent opportunity to develop painting skills and study floral painting in depth. The workshop will conclude with group critique. For oil painters of all levels. Materials: 9” x 12” or 11” x 14” canvas or linen panel; half-dozen brushes, white bristle flat or filbert, size 2, 4, and 6. One medium-size steel palette knife; small, pointed round brush for detail, size 2–4. Paper towels; Gamsol solvent; small jar for turpentine; wooden palette; oil paints: Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red Medium, Cadmium Yellow Medium Cadmium Lemon, Phthalo Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White, Raw Umber, Cadmium orange. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/18 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Formed in 1961, the agency with a roughly $40 billion budget provides humanitarian assistance abroad and funds other projects to further U.S. interests.

On Midday Edition Monday, we look at how voters are thinking about the war in Gaza ahead of the presidential election.

There will be engines running around the park courtesy of Poway-Midland Railroad, model trains inside, and some of San Diego’s best musical talent on the Gazebo Stage, with shaded seating for the audience. Master storyteller Marilyn McPhie will keep things on time and will tell some train stories! Check out the Farmers Market in the morning. The following is the music schedule: 10 a.m. Now & Then. Super-versatile and talented group featuring Scott Culver Thomson, Paul Castellanos, and Carol Mellor (who will also be working sound crew). We expect they will bring as many different instruments as they can carry in one load. 11 a.m. Johnny High-Hat Combo. Johnny does his best to pack a circus, a swing dance, and a tent revival into a single set of music. Noon Robin Henkel. Robin plays old bluesy songs on old funky guitars like nobody’s business, and could probably fill the whole day with train songs if we had the time. 1 p.m. Sharon Katz & The Peace Train. Sharon and her crew will take us on a ride from South Africa to Baja to Poway, and give us the opportunity to get up and dance if we have a mind to. 2 p.m. Joe Rathburn. Perhaps the most accomplished and versatile solo musician in San Diego. We can always count on Joe for a first-class performance on any occasion. 3 p.m. Splendid Torch. Down home Americana, filtered through the East Coast folk scene, presented by a trio of young, energetic musical standouts. Visit: https://poway.org/calendar.aspx?EID=2710 City of Poway on Instagram and Facebook

San Diego’s biggest vegan night market. Presented by Vegan Food Popup Events and hosted at AleSmith Brewing Company on the 1st Friday of every month. Music | Family-Friendly | Dogs Allowed | Free Parking Indulge in an epic assortment of eats and treats, with over 20 vendors including Pizza, Burgers, Sushi, Donuts, Chick’n Sandwiches, Dumplings, Loaded Fries, Gyros, Tamales, Wings, Noodles, Cookies, Empanadas and so much more. The San Diego Vegan Night Market is located at AleSmith Brewing Company, an expansive indoor and outdoor venue that features several seating areas, fire pits, golf simulators, ax throwing and games. It’s the perfect spot to gather and share food, drinks and good times. Stop at the A Way Home For Dogs booth to meet adoptable pups and to learn about fostering and other volunteer opportunities. This is a rain or shine event. PARKING: There is a free parking lot onsite and free street parking nearby. VENDORS A Way Home For Dogs African Food Kitchen Casa de Luz Farm Fresh To You Gourmet Tamales Golene's Vegan Kitchen MANEATINGPLANT Maya's Cookies Phatties Sabor Piri Piri Salty Lemonade Sky’s The Limit Foods Stone Monkey Teif’s Pacific Island Grill The Donuttery The Grateful Taco Company Truth Council 23 Underdog Uprising Pizza West Coast Hot Chicken About the Organizer Vegan Food Popup Events produces FREE monthly markets and festivals that showcase the best plant-based food in SoCal, featuring a rotating lineup of diverse vendors from San Diego, Orange County and LA. In between bites, shop a curated selection of local products, crafts and services. Since launching in 2019, Vegan Food Popup Events has supported hundreds of local vendors by providing venues for sharing their offerings with the community. Learn more: https://veganfoodpopup.com Vegan Food Popup Events on Instagram and Facebook

The federal government told states to turn over names, birthdates, Social Security numbers and other sensitive data about food assistance recipients. Amid a legal challenge, the agency says the request is on hold.

Schools in Maine are in the middle of a political and legal battle between the Trump administration and Gov. Janet Mills. Key programs for the most vulnerable students are at stake.