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This plein air class is taught at the quirky Model Yacht Pond in Mission Bay. Watch ducks fight with toy sailboats, speedboats, and steamships while listening to the running commentary of Mission Bay’s colorful inhabitants. Painting outdoors gives the artist the opportunity to experiment with light, color, and atmosphere. Work with San Diego landscape painter Kevin Inman to learn how to paint spontaneously, appreciate nature, and enjoy the moment. Topics include color mixing, design, and letting go of your inner critic. For more information visit: ljathenaeum.org/class/14 Stay connected on Facebook and Instagram

The Biden administration introduced new consumer tax credits for climate-friendly heat pumps. What does a Trump administration and GOP-led congress mean for that money?

Find out how a Baptist from Texas and a woman who wanted to be a nun ran strip clubs and challenged San Diego's censorship laws.

Learn strategies for adapting to daily challenges, enhancing health and well-being, and planning for the future. This free class is presented by local nonprofit Alzheimer's San Diego and is designed specifically for individuals living with early-stage memory loss and their care partners. Pre-registration is recommended. Please register at the ticket link and learn more at www.alzsd.org/education. Alzheimer's San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Annual trends reports from YouTube, TikTok and Spotify reveal how fans had an outsize impact on entertainment, culture and politics this year.

Una nueva entidad de conservación supervisará las obras para mejorar la vegetación, la calidad del agua y el hábitat natural en Salton Sea. ¿Serán suficientes casi 500 millones de dólares en proyectos?

Tuesday's strike was among the deadliest strikes yet in a sprawl of crowded tent camps along the Gaza coast that Israel designated as a humanitarian zone for hundreds of thousands of civilians.

June 14 - Sept. 1, 2024 San Diego and Tijuana have magnificent sacred buildings that effectively illustrate the history of modern architecture. Leading architects throughout the century designed buildings of the highest quality. Some of these architects had national reputations, such as Irving J. Gill, Richard Neutra and Charles Moore, others, like Robert Mosher and Robert Wellington Quigley, were local. Together, they have created a wonderfully diverse collection of sacred architecture. The exhibition will lead viewers through the major architectural movements of the twentieth century and introduce ideas and theology which have shaped sacred buildings in the region and highlight the work of contemporary architectural photographers Maha Bazzari, Estefany Maya, and Darren Bradley. Curated by Rev. Dr. Mark Hargreaves Related programs: For a full list of exhibition events go here. Robert Wellington Quigley Architecture Lecture and Clairemont Church Tour: 2-4:30 p.m. Saturday, July 20 at St. David's Episcopal Church ($10) Sacred Site Tours, Saturday, Aug. 10 10 a.m. Church of the Nativity 1 p.m. First United Methodist Church of San Diego Curator-led tour at Wisteria Cottage 5-6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15 Family Days: 12-2 p.m. July 14 - Stained glass windows 12-2 p.m. Aug. 11 - Build your own sacred building Related links: La Jolla Historical Society: website | Instagram | Facebook

Coastal cities often bear the brunt of hurricanes. But as Hurricane Helene showed, extreme rainfall can be life-threatening hundreds of miles away.

Join us for our Modern Calligraphy workshop for beginners, where you will learn the art of hand lettering using a traditional pointed dip pen and ink with a contemporary approach. Many people find Modern Calligraphy attractive to learn because it allows them to create beautiful, fun, and hand-crafted letters that are unique and personal. Modern Calligraphy is often characterized by its use of thick and thin lines, giving the letters a dynamic and expressive quality. Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages. Space is limited, so be sure to register early. Note: This is a two-part workshop. The uppercase alphabet will be taught on a separate date, and you will need to purchase the ticket separately. Instructor: Claudia Strenger Who should attend? This class is encouraged for students of all levels, including someone who has never taken a calligraphy class before. Traditional calligraphers who would like to learn modern calligraphy techniques. Lefties are welcome :) In this 3-hour session, we will cover: - The basics of pointed pen calligraphy - How to create thick and thin strokes with a pointed pen - Materials included - Beginner calligraphy pen - Calligraphy nibs - Sumi ink - Cancellation Policy All workshops are non-refundable. However, tickets can be easily transferred to another person by emailing the name and email address of the new participant to design@strengerstudio.com For more information visit: strengerstudio.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram