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Teens ages 11+ can create a small rug from scratch! Rugs have a deep history as textile art and as objects that create specific spaces. Using handheld tufting machines, participants can create and design their rugs using colorful yarn. This is a two-part class! In this first session, learn how to create and translate a design for the medium, learn the basics of tufting, and begin filling in your designs. In the second session, participants will fill in their designs, and trim and finish up their rugs. Visit: Rug Tufting for Teens (Part 1 and 2) ArtReach San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Fiber Fest Upcycling & Mending Fun! Sunday, June 15, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. We are excited to offer this fun Sunday workshop for Fiber Fest! Join us for a morning of creative mending in good company. Come learn simple hand sewing techniques in order to turn your damaged clothing items into a one-of-a-kind garments. In this 2-hour class with upcycling sewist Keira McGee, you will practice hand sewing stitches and have the opportunity to repair a piece of your own clothing. Please be prepared with an item or two from your closet that are in need of some mending. We suggest items such as jeans and button down shirts, but feel free to bring several options. All other materials will be provided by the instructor. This class is appropriate for ages 14 years and older. All materials included. This workshop is part of Craft Collective’s 2nd annual Fiber Fest! Join in the main day of festivities on Saturday, June 14th, for a day filled with fiber fun! It’ll be a vibrant celebration of natural textiles and sustainability, bringing together fiber artists, artisans, sustainability advocates, and local farmers. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Two workshops to choose from: June 15, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. We are excited to offer this fun introduction to spinning workshop for Fiber Fest! Join us for a Sunday afternoon of fiber friendship and camaraderie. In this introductory class led by instructors from the San Diego County Spinners, you’ll learn the fundamentals of spinning yarn using a drop spindle. We’ll start by teaching you how to draft and spin singles, and then move on to plying two singles together to create a beautiful, balanced yarn. Plus, we’ll share tips on where to find spinning supplies and resources to keep you going after class. Whether you’re completely new to spinning or just looking to refresh your skills, this hands-on class will give you a solid foundation in drop spindle spinning! No experience necessary. 13+ years welcome! This workshop is part of Craft Collective’s 2nd annual Fiber Fest! Join in the main day of festivities on Saturday, June 14, for a day filled with fiber fun! It’ll be a vibrant celebration of natural textiles and sustainability, bringing together fiber artists, artisans, sustainability advocates, and local farmers. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Eat - Drink - Make a Difference Limitless Adventures is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that provides outdoor recreational experiences for people with disabilities. We operate within the Greater San Diego area. Hiking is our most frequent recreational activity, but we offer other activities throughout the year. To date, we have organized surfing, kayaking, rock climbing, tennis, yoga, and exercise classes! Our organization was founded on the belief that everyone, regardless of ability, deserves to experience the beauty of nature and all of its benefits. We aspire to create an inclusive, social community in which our participants have fun and build lasting friendships. We enrich and transform lives by: - Empowering participants to witness the beauty and power of nature firsthand - Challenging participants to step out of their comfort zones, try new activities, and build lasting skills - Providing a social community for participants to build new friendships and create lasting memories - Inspiring participants to reimagine their capabilities and develop newfound confidence Every time our participants are enjoying the thrill of an outdoor adventure, we want them to feel limitless. Visit our website and make a difference: https://www.limitless-adventures.org/about Limitless Adventures on Facebook / Instagram

The updated dress code prohibits nudity on the Red Carpet and in other areas of the festival. The new rules surprised one jury member, who had to make a last-minute outfit change.

The NEA will no longer fund many arts programs that promote DEI or "gender ideology." The federal agency has cancelled grants for 2026 that have funded programs for underserved communities for more than 20 years.

No Other Land has no U.S. distributor, so the filmmakers have had to make one-on-one deals with cinemas. Art house theaters such as O Cinema have been screening the film independently.

Shop Arts & Craft Supply Surplus! Sunday, January 12 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Save on craft supplies this season! We’ll have beads, fabric, yarn, wood & more for sale at bargain prices. By shopping our sale, you benefit from great prices on crafting supplies, while lowering your carbon footprint by buying second-hand. We love the motto: reduce, reuse, recycle! And, by shopping with us, you support Craft Collective so we can continue offering you fun crafting opportunities! We’ll have a Free Kids Craft and Raffle as well! Stop in, shop supplies & save your space in an upcoming workshop & begin creating art yourself! ARTS & CRAFT SUPPLY SALE | We’ll have a wide selection of our surplus of arts and craft supplies for sale. FREE KIDS CRAFT | RSVP for a surprise hands-on kids craft! *This project is great for children of all ages. Young children may need help from an accompanying adult. RAFFLE | Join in the fun with an in-person raffle! We can’t wait to see you there! Grab a friend or family member and stock up on fun crafting supplies! ABOUT SAN DIEGO CRAFT COLLECTIVE Craft Collective is a nonprofit arts studio dedicated to the craft journey, from start to finish! We’re committed to: -our local community and schools; -teaching traditional craft to all people, of all ages & backgrounds; -creating a welcoming, safe, and inclusive family-friendly learning environment; -sustainably operating and sharing eco-friendly approaches to life-long craft journeys! Visit: Art & Craft Supply Sale! San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

From Buenos Aires to Bangkok, Montreal to Moscow, nearly every taxi driver in the world understands "OK." It's a gift from American English that's spread across the globe in less than 200 years.

A new executive order instructs tech companies to address what the White House sees as "woke AI." Receiving future federal contracts could hinge on whether AI firms respond.