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The annual influx of charity-seekers to Pakistan's biggest city has gained increased government attention this year as Pakistan steps up efforts to curb begging.

High temperatures across San Diego County are coinciding with the start of school for many students. In other news, San Diego State University President Adela de la Torre again defended the schools handling of rape allegations against three football players. Plus, some weekend arts events you may want to check out.

Learn to dye with locally foraged Acorns & Oak Galls! No experience necessary. Ages 14+ Welcome! Natural dyes are super popular right now, and for all the right reasons. And ’tis the season to learn to dye with plentiful acorns & galls! In instructor Jeanine Ertl’s experiential workshop, you’ll learn the basics of dyeing with both Acorns and Galls, ancient dye-stuffs native to Southern California. You’ll also learn to Shibori dye two gorgeous warm browns and dipping for inky charcoal grey highlights. Learn to create your own creative color and pattern with the bounty of the season. In this workshop, students will receive instruction on foraging for dyestuffs; Acorn & Gall dye prep; instruction on basic Shibori technique; and 2 Natural fiber fabrics to Shibori & dye. Students are welcome to bring along a glass jar or two (these can be old jars that are cleaned or new ones, as long as they have a tightly sealing lid), and are welcome to take home natural dye from our class so you can continue to experiment and explore at home! All materials included. For more information visit: sandiegocraft.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Research shows that 5-minute walking breaks every half hour offset the harm of too much sitting. But that is easier said than done. These 5 tips can help you maintain movement throughout your day.

This hour-long love letter to the San Diego music community sold out its downtown opening in June. This is a special reprise screening for North County residents, and anyone else who missed that (or wants to see it again!). You may know Lou Curtiss from his long running radio show, or his column in the San Diego Troubadour magazine, or his numerous folk festivals, or his legendary record store. Whatever you know about Lou, you will learn more, as one after another of his musical friends pays tribute in this documentary film. There will be Q&A following with director Yale Strom. Presented by San Diego Folk Heritage. For more information visit: sdfolkheritage.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Our premise is that after King Claudius orders Hamlet sent to England for his killing of Polonius, a great storm at sea arises that prevents Hamlet and his escorts Rosenkrantz and Guildenstern from taking ship. In the meantime, Laertes returns from France, learns of his father’s death, and raises a rebellion against Claudius. Always the consummate politician, Claudius orders Hamlet seized and put on trial, hoping to assuage Laertes. The audience will serve as the jury and deliver its verdict by voice vote at the conclusion of the trial. We will also hold a talkback session with the cast and audience. For more information visit: sandiegoshakespearesociety.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Come join us at 829 Seacoast Drive, Imperial Beach, CA for a day filled with all Sanrio items! Get ready to shop for your favorite Sanrio characters' merchandise, enjoy some great goodies from local vendors, and participate in fun activities for all ages. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of Hello Kitty, Kuromi and friends by the sea. Grab your friends and family for a day of shopping, fun, and creating lasting memories together. We can't wait to see you there! Don't miss the opportunity to take your picture with Hello Kitty! For All Vendor Opportunity Email Us Directly at ibartisanmarket@gmail.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

An ancient and eco-centered craft, Natural Dyes are a place to connect with the beauty and bounty of our planet’s rich offerings while creating with color and using our hands and minds to refresh our homes, wardrobes and to create one-of-a-kind palettes. In this hands-on workshop students will learn the entire process of natural dyeing while incorporating creative design elements through resist dye methods of Shibori. Each student will Shibori and hand-dye three natural fiber silk &/or bamboo scarves or squares to take home or gift to loved ones. If you’ve ever looked into using Natural Dyes, you may have been intimidated by the many facets of the process. We’ll cover them all–scour, mordant, preparation of natural dye, basic Shibori dye resist methods, natural dyeing & finishing–in great detail so you can get to creating with natural color today. All materials included. Students will receive an ‘Intro to Natural Dyes’ booklet that covers the entire process in detail, three natural fiber scarves to dye and Shibori, and samples from the dye pots. Students are also invited to bring one or two glass jars to take home dye at the end of class to continue to explore and experiment at home. No experience necessary. Age 15+ welcome! For more information visit: sandiegocraft.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Celebrate Pumpkin Season! No experience necessary. Ages 13+ welcome! Celebrate the season and get into the fall spirit with this unique macrame workshop by Macrame educator, Jordan Masters. Each student will create a fun, one-of-a-kind macrame pumpkin! Perfect for decorating for the season or gifting! Color choice will include cream/natural, soft orange and bright orange. NOTE: lights in pumpkins not included. For more information visit: sandiegocraft.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Learn to Make the perfect loaf of Sourdough Bread! Select a date from the drop-down menu. In this 3-hour workshop, you will learn all about sourdough, and how to make your first loaf of sourdough bread with organic flour and local sourdough starter. Nothing tastes quite like fresh-baked, naturally leavened bread!* We’ll explain fermentation and have a brief discussion about the benefits of making and eating fermenting foods. We’ll show you how easy it is to start making naturally-leavened bread yourself at home! We’ll have a variety of sourdough bread flavors and will bake bread fresh during the workshop. And you’ll do it yourself by rolling up your sleeves and making your very own dough (to be baked the next day!). Includes your own sourdough starter and take-home loaf of sourdough bread! Note: You will also need to turn your dough for about 2 hours after the class to prepare it for baking! Please note: In the workshop, we will NOT be showing how to make gluten-free dough. This workshop is for all ages 12+years with adult, or 16+years. All ingredients and materials included. Special Offer | Austin is teaching a Fermenting the Fruits of Summer Workshop on Saturday, September 14, 12 - 2pm. Purchase both classes at once and save 10% using code FERMENTFALL! Learn more about that class here! For more information visit: sandiegocraft.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram