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Welcome to another session of San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy's Natural Impressions: Art in Nature program May 23rd features San Dieguito River Park's Ranger Dave! When: Thursday, May 23 at 9 A.M. - 11 A.M. Location: Piedras Pintadas / Bernardo Bay Staging Area Join us for a fun-filled day of photography and exploration in the great San Dieguito River Park. Ranger Dave will guide us through some photography basics, inspiring us to create our own masterpieces. Let your imagination run wild as you connect with the world around you through photography. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to celebrate National Photography Month [May] with a knowledgeable photographer! To learn more about the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy visit here. Donations help to further the Conservancy's mission of conservation, education and recreation for future generations. The San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy is a 501(c)3 Nonprofit Our work is supported by generous donors like YOU! Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Trump announced Chris Wright, the CEO of oil and natural gas fracking services company Liberty Energy, as his pick for energy secretary.

The word "squaw" was declared derogatory by the Department of Interior in 2021. Since then, hundreds of geographic features have been renamed with input from local tribes and Indigenous communities.

The daily effects of strong winds, large waves, as well as rising sea levels — which are fueled by human-caused climate change — are causing beaches on the Outer Banks to wash away.

In 1944, as Allied troops celebrated D-Day victory, a French family experienced a trauma that would be felt for generations: a murder and sexual assault so traumatic they are only now coming to terms with it.

When it comes to celebrating moms this Mother’s Day, Punch Bowl Social is pulling out all the stops! On Sunday, May 12, in partnership with LaMarca all Punch Bowl Social locations will honor moms with delicious brunch, beats and ‘Momosas.’ Dive into Punch Bowl Social’s diverse brunch menu and as an extra treat, Punch Bowl Social will be offering a special $3 mimosa, or in honor of the occasion, a bubbly ‘Momosa.’ Plus, Punch Bowl Social is bringing out flower vendors and setting up a dazzling tinsel backdrop for those Insta-worthy selfies to capture the special day with your favorite people. To elevate the experience further guests can enjoy live entertainment by a local jazz combo. For more information visit Punch Bowl Social. Punch Bowl Social on Facebook / Instagram

Orli La Jolla, a high-design modern hospitality concept in a San Diego landmark residence, invites moms to a "Burn & Build" class, a strength and endurance experience hosted by Asia Feiss of AMI Fitness on the picturesque grounds of La Jolla Woman’s Club. Kids of all ages are welcome. After class, head next door to Orli's courtyard and grab a complimentary refreshment from Jai Jus. Plus, enter a Lululemon giveaway, get a custom, permanent piece of jewelry from Forever Lovely (price not included in ticket), get an adjustment from chiropractor, Dr. Christopher Zeiter, and enjoy live music from Marian Murlock.

Bread & Salt's main gallery will open a new solo exhibition by sculptor and installation artist Richard Keely. About the artist: Richard Keely is an artist and educator from Southern California. Originally trained as a painter Richard’s work during the last twenty years has turned towards sculpture, photography and installation. With the sculptural work Richard is often concerned with transforming ordinary objects into visually dense wall pieces that have the potential to evoke an array of experiential possibilities. Richard's Installation projects have included collaborations with Sante Fe based artist Lynne Hendrick, and his wife Anna O’Cain. With these installations Keely, Hendrick, and O’Cain explore ideas concerning the visceral side of accumulating, storing, preserving, and communicating ideas and information. Additionally Keely and O’Cain have collaborated on a large body of work on the topic of hurricane Katrina that includes photography, installations and film. Keely and O’Cain also collaborated with San Diego artist Kristine Diekman and dance artist Karen Schaffman on United and Severed an installation that was shown at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido and Art Produce in San Diego. Richard’s work has a national reputation including solo exhibitions at gallery 4016 in Los Angeles and CAD/XO Gallery in Chicago and recent collaborations with Anna O’Cain for the Alt Picture Show, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, Ben Maltz Gallery (Otis School of Art, Los Angeles), Art Around Adams and the Spruce Street Forum in San Diego. Additional collaborations with O'Cain include a Ceremonial performance Kat and Lilly Lee at Beyond Baroque in Los Angeles and INSITE 2000 in San Diego. Richard has also exhibited his work and given lectures at several well-known Universities and has been a “Visiting Artist” at Murray State University, Oberlin College and Montana State University. In 1996 he was awarded a grant from Art Matters in New York. Richard has traveled extensively throughout Europe, Asia, and Africa and has lived and studied Chinese painting in Taipei, Taiwan. Currently Richard is living in San Diego CA and is an Associate Professor of Art at San Diego State University, where he teaches sculpture for the School of Art and Design. Related links: Bread and Salt gallery: website | Instagram Richard Keely: website

On Saturday, May 11, community members are invited to Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center to browse and shop for locally grown plants. Guests can choose from a variety of items, including succulents, herbs, hanging baskets, zucchini, peppers, heirloom tomatoes and more. The in-person sale will also feature Olivewood’s high school urban agriculture students who have participated in a 12-week program focused on plant propagation, greenhouse management, and growing and caring for a variety of plants. Our garden experts will also be available to answer questions and provide helpful insight about the plants and produce for sale. The plant sale will allow community members to shop directly at Olivewood Gardens, a stunning and spacious outdoor garden that focuses on environmental justice and health equity through programs, action and education. Visit: www.olivewoodgardens.org/events/olivewood-gardens-plant-sale/ Olivewood Gardens on Instagram / Facebook

ASIAN SCARY THEATER recalls old-style radio theater and "chicken-skin" storytelling. Featuring those taboo stories from Asia and the Pacific Islands - the ones your auntie or grandparents only spoke of in whispers lest they tempt a being from the other side to show up or stay too long. All performed live, where the audience can see the foley, watch the performers transform, and join in creating a unique audio experience. Genre: Theatre Duration: 45 mins Venue(s): New Destiny - Lincoln Park Rating: PG Country of Origin UNITED STATES San Diego International Fringe Festival runs May 16 - 26, 2024 SD Fringe on Facebook / Instagram