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The Second Continental Congress produced the Declaration of Independence 250 years ago, and its legacy can be seen in the Congress we know today. But are lawmakers living up to the founders' ideals?

Crafting for Critters Thursday, Jan. 15 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at College-Rolando Library, located at 6600 Montexuma Rd., San Diego Make enrichment items for shelter animals! No supplies or advance registration needed — show up and have some fun while giving back! Children of all ages are welcome. College - Rolando Library on Facebook / Instagram San Diego Humane Society on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

Create a unique Bandsaw Box! Sunday, December 21, from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Bandsaw boxes are beginner-friendly and have a variety of uses. Once you make one you can make many! In this 7-hour workshop, students will create a box made from a single block of wood using the bandsaw. Students will learn to design and create organic forms on the bandsaw while observing wood grain and learning to make cross cuts and rip cuts. We will cover shop safety and methods for cutting and gluing your box. Students will also learn sanding best practices and how to achieve a perfect finish using beeswax. We welcome all makers, from beginners to advanced. Materials are provided. We recommend students bring your own eye protection, ear protection & apron. Aprons for sale here. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome. Students are welcome to bring a lunch or snack for a short break mid-class. • Military & first responders discounts. • Scholarships available. • 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

Join us for a fun and free evening variety of science and craft activities for all ages. This ALL-HOLIDAY celebration will honor Kwanza, Hannukah, and Christmas. • Quilt-making (No Borders Butterfly Project by Educreate) • Mini Stocking Crafts • Fun Science Activities • Tacos • Hot chocolate • Caroling Workshop • Photo Booth Date: Friday, December 12 Time: 4 - 7 p.m. Location: Elementary Institute of Science, 608 51st Street, San Diego, 92114 Everyone is welcome here! Únase a nosotros para una divertida y libre noche variedad de actividades científicas y artesanales para todas las edades. Esta celebración de TODAS LAS FIESTAS honrará a Kwanza, Hannukah y Navidad. • Fabricación de edredones (Proyecto de mariposas sin fronteras) • Mini Almacenamiento Artesanías • Actividades Científicas Divertidas • Tacos • Chocolate caliente • Taller de Caroling • Cabina de fotos Fecha: Viernes, 12 de diciembre Hora: 4 - 7 p.m. Ubicación: Elementary institute of Science, Calle 608 51, San Diego, 92114 ¡Todos son bienvenidos aquí! Elementary Institute Science on Facebook / Instagram

Saturday, December 6, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Join us in the woodshop for this 4-hour brush making workshop! We will cover shop safety and how to use various machines such as the bandsaw, spindle sander, edge sander, and drill press. You will hone your carving skills by adding curves and texture to your piece. We will build upon machine knowledge and cover wood shaping using various hand tools such as rasps, files, spoke shaves, hand planes, chisels, and gouges. We will also discuss design principles, functional applications, the properties of wood, and brush materials such as Tampico fibers. At the end of the workshop, each student will leave with a unique brush to be used in the home, the shop, or as a beautiful sculpture or gift. Materials are provided. We recommend students bring their own eye protection, ear protection & apron. Aprons for sale here. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome. Students are welcome to bring a lunch or snack for a break mid-class. • Military & first responders discounts. • Scholarships available. • 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

Michel Martin speaks with sports journalist Albert Samaha about Game 3 of the NBA Finals and New York City's response to having President Trump in attendance.

No one was injured at Altman's home or the company offices, authorities said.

Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a time to honor and remember those we have lost, and welcome them back to visit the land of the living. San Diego will hold several events and festivities to commemorate the tradition, and KPBS found a list of places you can attend and enjoy.

Join us for a 90-minute Grainbakers breadmaking class featuring Spring flavors and seasonal beers. You’ll make our signature Spent Grain Artisan Dough and customize it from a selection of sweet and savory flavor options: Dark Chocolate & Cherry Cheddar, Jalapeño & Bacon Rosemary & Sea Salt Lemon Blueberry Poppyseed Cinnamon, Lemon Zest & Almond Cranberry Orange Walnut Cinnamon Raisin Midnight Mocha Madness DOZENS of other flavors! Class includes: Lecture and hands-on instruction to make artisan spent grain baked bread Recipe and instruction guide. Super fun mixing session to make your dough One bread in its first rise, ready to head home to bake Extra spent grain for your freezer and recipes to make more bread. VIP / FAQ: Participants must be 18 or older and have a ticket. Please wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. You will bake your bread at home. You’re welcome to invite a friend to hang out while you’re in class — grab dinner before, then let them sip a pint and doomscroll while you create your masterpiece. This class is: This class is fun for groups This class is fun for a solo outing This class is fun for couples This class is fun for a girls’ night out This class is fun for adults + their parents! This class is fun for a Birthday activity. Allergen Considerations: Almonds and Walnuts will be used. Pecans and Pistachios will not be used. Peanuts will not be used. Grainbakers on Facebook / Instagram

Visitors to Balboa Park will be asked to pay to park their vehicles in city lots Monday, breaking a tradition of more than 100 years of the city's crown jewel being free for visitors in private vehicles.