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It's a grueling and risky life for these miners, known as zama zamas, an isiZulu phrase translating loosely as "those who take a chance." Says one: "Bit by bit it's killing something inside me."

Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. April 5 (1 Day, 6.5 hours of instruction) AAC Print Room Everyone enjoys receiving “real” mail. Even better is the wonderful surprise of receiving a handmade card to treasure. We will make simple cards with leaf prints, as well as more intricate cards with interesting folds. Making cards is a great way to relax, offers a straightforward creative outlet, and produces beautiful items to share with friends and family. Materials: Cutting knife, stylus (for scoring), sharp pencils, a good eraser (Pink Pearl is good), glue (UHU glue stick or PVA & brush or very small roller), 12” ruler, scissors. Optional/recommended: 12” centering ruler, bench hook with cutting mat (9” x 12” cutting mat size is ideal), bone folder. Materials will be provided to create the cards and make envelopes for them. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/75 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Tuesday–Thursday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. March 25 – 27 (3 Days, 18 total hours of instruction) La Jolla Studio Geoff begins all classes with lessons in watercolor handling, notably the relationship between brush mixture and paper moisture and the concept of connection. During the daily demonstrations, the class will cover color mixing, brush handling, and contour drawing skills. Painting from life gives you the opportunity to observe directly from nature different forms of light and surfaces. There will be a focus on impressionistic interpretations of fruit and flowers through the use of watercolor techniques to express form: wet on wet, wet on dry, dry brushing, splattering, lifting, and most importantly adding water. Ideally students will learn to see nature in a new way. Materials: Geoff will share a materials list after registration. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/19 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with listener Clive Jerram of Rockville, Md., and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

Celebrate love in all its forms with Opera À la Carte San Diego! Join us for an enchanting evening of music at New Village Arts on February 11 at 7 p.m., where passion, romance, and timeless melodies come to life. Our talented singers will serenade you with a carefully curated selection of operatic favorites, art songs, and popular standards celebrating the beauty and complexity of love. Whether you’re sharing the evening with someone special, friends, or treating yourself, this performance promises to be a heartwarming and unforgettable experience. Featuring: Abla Lynn Hamza, soprano | Chelsea Seener Gornall, soprano | Christopher Walters, baritone | Emma Ginzell, mezzo-soprano | Lauryn Jessup, soprano | Malachi Marshall, bass-baritone | Accompanied by Michele Scanlon New Village Arts on Facebook / Instagram

It's the nation's semiquincentennial! July 4, 2026, is the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Here's how the United States of America is planning to party.

The president's highly unusual announcement underscores the Trump administration's desire to take control over U.S. businesses.

Seabreeze Craft Chocolates is hosting special Easter-themed chocolate decorating classes on April 12 and 13 at 11 a.m.! Children ages 5 and up will enjoy a fun and interactive 90-minute session, decorating their own Easter-themed chocolate bar and a chocolate-covered Oreo cookie while learning the art of chocolate making. Kids will get hands-on experience with chocolate decoration, tapping into their creativity while discovering the delicious world of chocolate. All materials and tools are provided, and each child takes home their custom-designed Easter treats to enjoy. A parent or guardian must accompany their child(ren) throughout the class, and parents are welcome to join in and decorate a chocolate bar for an additional $35. Space is limited, reserve your spot in advance by visiting https://www.seabreezechocolates.com/chocolate-classes. Seabreeze Craft Chocolates on Instagram

En noviembre, los votantes de California decidirán si aprueban un nuevo mapa electoral que podría dar a los demócratas cinco escaños adicionales en la Cámara de Representantes, mientras que en Texas los republicanos, respaldados por Donald Trump, avanzaron con su propio rediseño para ganar la misma cantidad de escaños.

Al redistribuir a su favor los distritos de la Cámara de Representantes de Estados Unidos antes de las elecciones del próximo año, los republicanos de Texas y los demócratas de California podrían alterar un raro equilibrio partidista en la política estadounidense.