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Learn to Carve a Decorative Spoon! In this 5-hour workshop, students will learn to carve a decorative spoon in basswood in the European carving tradition. Students will learn and apply the following skills that are needed to carve a simple decorative spoon: -Carving safety -Honing/sharpening -Tracing and transfer of the spoon layout to a piece of basswood -Hollowing out the spoon; carving the back; and removing thickness under the handle -Carving out the handle -Sanding the spoon and handle -Finish can be applied at home (instructor can offer shellac, which is non-toxic) This class is designed for the beginner as well as more experienced carvers. Different techniques and styles make it interesting for all skill levels. There is no prerequisite for this class. All of the necessary tools and materials will be available to students for this class. It is recommended that you bring your own safety gear (eye protection, hearing protection, dust mask, gloves). We have hearing and eye protection available if you do not have your own. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome, or 14+ years with an accompanying adult! • Scholarships available • Military and sibling discounts For more information visit: sandiegocraft.org Stay Connected on Facebook

This exhibit features the work of two MiraCosta College Art Faculty: Ryan Gray and Dean Ramos. Gray's work is often an attempt to shed light on the devastation that nuclear and chemical contamination has on our bodies and environments. Ramos uses a variety of materials to create artworks that range from abstract explorations of materials and forms to depictions of the body that investigate psychological and emotional states. This will be held at the Kruglak Gallery, at the Oceanside Campus (OC3400). The gallery will be closed November 23 & 24. For more information please visit miracosta.edu/gallery

Forecasters with the National Weather Service are calling it a “relentless parade of cyclones” as more severe weather threatens Northern and Central California. An atmospheric river with high winds will dump another 1.5 inches of rain over the next two days in San Diego. Then, border officials anticipate that the PedWest pedestrian crossing reopening will help ease congestion at the San Ysidro Port of Entry. Business leaders, on the other hand, are hoping the increased foot traffic will provide a much needed boost for local commerce. And, Imperial Beach has long had a reputation as a scruffy beach town. But it's been gentrifying in recent years. Now city officials unveiled a new plan to make it a destination city. Finally, Lee Herrick is California’s first Asian American poet laureate. His work has touched on some of the experiences Californians share, including our diverse culture and food, as well as questions of identity. Herrick shares some poems and his plans to spread his love of poetry across the state.

The project aims to provide permanent housing for dozens of people amid rising homelessness across the county.

The Boar's Head recall was first issued in July and linked to a ready-to-eat liverwurst product. The recall has since expanded to products including sliced ham varieties, sausages and loaves.

San Diego County issued a warning for the Imperial Beach and Silver Strand shorelines, advising residents that the water may contain sewage and be a health hazard, according to a news release today.

Palestinians from Gaza were working in Israel when Hamas attacked the country on Oct. 7. Now, many are unable to go back and in limbo in the West Bank.

A new California law will allow low-income teens on Medicaid to get therapy without parental approval. That's already allowed for teens on private insurance. But the change aroused opposition.

Join us at Societe Brewing in Kearny Mesa for an evening of Trivia and fundraising put on by the 100% volunteer-based nonprofit behind San Diego Festival of Beer, San Diego Professionals Against Cancer. Happening on June 15 at 5:30 p.m., the event is free to attend. There will be fun prizes, a Beer Puppeteer as well as a DeLorean onsite for photo opportunities as the San Diego Festival of Beer’s theme this year is “Back to the Beer.” Stay Connected on Social Media San Diego Festival of Beer Instagram / Facebook Societe Brewery Instagram

The project will consist of one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom and four-bedroom units designed around the Stadium Station trolley stop and public transit.