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Join Alliant International University for a presentation focusing on a holistic perspective on health and well-being based on science and practice and look at research around the “nine variables of wellness” through an occupational lens.  For over two years, the world has been in a state of uncertainty, caused by a global pandemic, war, divisiveness and climate change – just to name a few factors. We are now at a critical juncture as we figure how to live and adjust to living with the uncertainty of what lies in the future. It is all the more important that we look at mental, physical and social well-being in a holistic way – including in the workplace. In order to cultivate a true culture of well-being, we must go beyond "drink water, exercise, sleep" interventions. For example, research indicates that you can spend an hour every day at the gym but if you then sit in front of the computer for another 6-8 hours, the exercise benefits are negated. RSVP NOW Dr. Debra M. Kawahara is the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Distinguished Professor in the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant. She is also a Board of Director for the American Psychological Association. Her work centers on multicultural and community psychology; Asian American mental health; women in leadership; and family systems and therapy. She maintains a private practice where she provides individual, couples, and family therapy as well as consultation to working professionals and organizations. Dr. Cheryl Fisher is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC)and licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) with over 20 years of clinical experience. She is the director of the Online MA in Clinical Counseling program with Alliant International University. Certified in EcoPsychology, a trauma specialist and suburban back-yard forager, Dr. Fisher’s research includes the examination of the reciprocal relationship between nature and humans in overall wellness. Alliant International University on Facebook / Instagram

Monthly course meets on Tuesdays from 4-5:30 p.m. Ages 6-12yrs Kids will explore clay as a creative medium. Ceramics entails a bouquet of science throughout the process, allowing children to learn and build skills through STEAM in this course. They will learn hand-building techniques and how to glaze projects as they create various objects to take home. Facebook & Instagram

Join Solana Center in partnership with the City of San Diego to become a Master Composter! This 5 week course provides training in the art and science of composting through lectures, demonstrations, and a field trip. The course covers the following topics: Traditional composting & vermicomposting Compost bin building and troubleshooting (in teams!) Microbiology of composting Bokashi fermentation Macrodecomposers in your compost pile Environmental impacts … and much more! This class will meet Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the Tecolote Canyon Nature Center: Week 1 – September 17 Week 2 – September 24 Week 3 – October 1 Week 4 – October 8 Week 5 – October 15 Course fee: $25 Hold your spot here! Class size is limited. Residents of the City of San Diego County will receive preferential registration. All others will be placed on a waitlist and apprised of space available 1-2 weeks before the start of the course. Made possible through generous funding by The City of San Diego Environmental Services. SOCIALS: Solana Center: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram The City of San Diego Environmental Services: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Nintendo and Ubisoft both return to form this Autumn, while massive games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Resident Evil 4 get new expansions. NPR rounds up the best and biggest new games of the season.

The implications are potentially enormous, says history professor Kimberly Hamlin: "The myth that man is the hunter and woman is the gatherer ... naturalizes the inferiority of women."

We will be reading 2022 One Book, One San Diego selection, "We are Water Protectors" by Carole Lindstrom, learning about the importance of water conservation, and exploring water through sensory and science activities. Oct. 17, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at the Civic Center Library Early Learning and Community Information Hub One Book, One San Diego is our region's premier literary program, presented in partnership between KPBS and over 80 public libraries, service organizations and educational institutions. Now in its 16th year, the purpose is to bring our community closer together through the shared experience of reading and discussing the same book. One Book, One San Diego is on Facebook+ @OneBookSD on Twitter

California wildfires every year emit as much carbon as almost 2 million cars, posing a threat to efforts to battle climate change.

The fentanyl-additive Xylazine causes open wounds, making the illegal drug supply even more dangerous and treatment more complicated

"The Inflation Reduction Act, the Midterm Election, and YOU" Please join us to hear from special guest speaker RL Miller from Climate Hawks Vote. One of the most important climate actions we can take is to vote for candidates who, regardless of their political affiliations, understand and accept the science behind climate change and are willing to make mitigating it their top priority. In this talk, we will learn about a resource that will help us evaluate how politicians rank in their commitment to fighting the climate crisis, protecting the environment, and ensuring environmental justice. We will also examine the intersection of climate politics and policy, learn more about the Inflation Reduction Act, and gain insights into the midterm election. There will be time for questions from the audience. While there is no charge for this online event you’ll need to register in advance. You can do so here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0tceCoqToiEtcHbfrfRmKethP--5_98zOp?fbclid=IwAR0RY5nZzoKgZDu1dOa_zkKpF1lcJpG1mit9ZjlGYR_sp5KhAyI0LkTBwp0 About our speaker: RL Miller founded Climate Hawks Vote to build grassroots political power for the climate movement. Miller is also a Woolsey fire survivor, elected to the Democratic National Committee (2020-2024), elected chair (emeritus) of California Democratic Party’s Environmental Caucus (2013-2021), and tweets way too much as @RL_Miller. Outside interests include keeping chickens and sleeping.

The AI programs we are creating could outsmart us and lead to our collective demise, according to the tech industry's leading experts who say it's time to address the threats they pose.