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The true story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, her struggles for equal rights, and the early cases of a historic career. Back by popular demand! Join us for one of two showings on Wednesdays. Screening times are offered at 4 p.m. & 7 p.m. in order to accommodate more patrons. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. Films will be shown in original language with English subtitles. Visit: https://library.carlsbadca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/13442/17770

San Diego came alive in 2024 with festivals celebrating dance, food, film and quirky traditions.

Illume Speaker Series Knapp Lecture On James Baldwin: Racial Progress without Redemption Melvin L. Rogers, PhD | Knapp Chair of Liberal Arts Thursday, February 27, at 6 p.m. IPJ Theatre, Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice The lecture invites the audience to travel back to the 1960s and to think through the assumptions that frame our discussion about racial progress. Baldwin asks us to disentangle our preoccupation with redemption to achieve democratic progress. Advancing democracy through dialogue may mean we don’t completely forget our missteps and trauma. Advancing democracy may involve figuring out how to dialogue, given that the past and present trauma may persist. Melvin L. Rogers, PhD, is the Edna and Richard Salomon Distinguished Professor of Political Science and associate director of the Center for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics at Brown University. Co-sponsored by the Department of Political Science and International Relations and the Africana Studies Program.

Google, Microsoft, Adobe and IBM will offer AI-related tools to California’s schools and universities in an effort to prepare the state’s students for a changing economy.

Gov. Gavin Newsom and Texas Democrats jointly promoted California’s plan to redraw congressional lines and offset a redistricting scheme in Texas. The proposed map is expected to be made public next week.

Gov. Gavin Newsom alleges the Trump administration broke a 19th Century law called the Posse Comitatus Act when it deployed military units to Los Angeles in June.

Everyone in the community is invited to attend Wings of Hope, hosted by The Elizabeth Hospice, on Sunday, April 27, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. This event will take place at the California Center for the Arts, located at 340 N. Escondido Blvd in Escondido. Attendees will have the opportunity to honor and celebrate the special people who have touched their lives. Admission is free. Registration is required by April 18 online at: https://elizabethhospice.org/wings/ or by calling 760.796.3708. Attendees will receive a butterfly for release, listen to live music, hear uplifting messages from The Elizabeth Hospice’s grief support team, and enjoy sweet treats. The Elizabeth Hospice, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit healthcare leader, has been providing hospice care, palliative care and grief support services to children and adults in San Diego County and Southwest Riverside County since 1978. The organization’s highly trained grief counselors help children and adults understand their feelings and thoughts and guide them through the process of coping with the death of a loved one. Grief support services are available to everyone in the community, including those who do not have a patient affiliation with The Elizabeth Hospice. No one needing these services has ever been turned away for financial reasons. In support of the organization’s nonprofit mission, a donation of $50 is suggested to reserve a Painted Lady Butterfly. Additional giving opportunities are available. For more information, contact Tylie Daniels at Tylie.Daniels@ehospice.org or 760.796.3708. All donations benefit The Elizabeth Hospice’s vital services for children and adults impacted by serious illness, grief and loss.

If elected governor, Toni Atkins faces potential conflicts of interest with her spouse’s consulting firms. Atkins and her spouse, Jennifer LeSar, earn hundreds of thousands of dollars annually from clients that also lobby state government.

You’re Invited to Arte Latino! Join us on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, for an extraordinary evening celebrating the vibrant creativity and cultural heritage of the Latino community. This special event, hosted by the San Diego Latino Film Festival (SDLFF), will take place at the renowned Pako Pablos Studio in Escondido Mall from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Arte Latino Highlights: Meet and Mingle: Connect with talented local artists whose works have become iconic in SDLFF’s visual storytelling. Exhibits and Inspiration: Explore stunning exhibits that highlight the intersection of film, art, and Latino heritage Filmmaker Opportunities: Learn about upcoming filmmaking workshops and networking events for North County filmmakers. Community Engagement: Discover ways to volunteer and build community partnerships with SDLFF. Live Entertainment: Enjoy music from a DJ, complemented by beverages, to celebrate the richness of our cultural legacy. Exclusive Offer for North County Residents: Attendees will have the opportunity to purchase the SDLFF FESTIVAL PASS at an exclusive 50% discount—a $200 value for just $100! The pass grants access to all films showcased at the San Diego Latino Film Festival 2025. Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in incredible Latino cinema. About Arte Latino and the San Diego Latino Film Festival: For over 30 years, the San Diego Latino Film Festival has been a cornerstone of the community, showcasing exceptional work by Latino filmmakers and artists. Arte Latino is a curated celebration spotlighting the visual artists whose creativity brings the festival to life. This event aims to foster connections and honor the beauty, diversity, and vibrancy of Latino art in our community. Don’t miss out—save the date and bring a friend to Arte Latino! Date: Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025 from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Location: Pako Pablos Studio, Escondido Mall

El jefe de operaciones en la frontera estadounidense Tom Homan visitó el Capitolio pocas semanas después de que el presidente Donald Trump fue juramentado, junto con otros funcionarios de la administración y un mensaje singular: necesitaban dinero para la agenda de seguridad fronteriza y deportación masiva.