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Valentine's Day is around the corner, and a local nonprofit is celebrating the season of love through a variety of artwork. St. Madeleine Sophie's Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is hosting the "Gotta Have Heart" art show on Friday, February 9 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. This free public reception will present the Sophie's artists' latest Valentine's Day-inspired exhibit that runs until the end of March. The student artists will showcase their love-themed pieces, including a weather-inspired collection of umbrellas embellished with original designs, paper mache´ sculptures, contemporary jewelry, heart prints, mosaics, and a Weaving Rainbow. Guests can expect a showcase of colorful and creative works done by students of St. Madeline's Sophie's Center. Artwork sales directly support Sophie’s artists and art program, with 40% going to the artists and 60% to the art program. Sophie’s Gallery is an art studio where adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities are given the opportunity and tools needed to realize their full creative potential. Students are taught a variety of media, including print-making, jewelry-making, painting, charcoal, pastels, fabric arts, and more. All of the classes are taught by professional artists. Stay Connected with St. Madeleine Sophie's Center! Facebook & Twitter

A brief primer on Iran's vote for president.

Join us for San Diego's hottest new run, the 3rd Annual Gaslamp Run 5K/10K on August 4, 2024 and save 20% OFF with code SD20! Trek through the beautiful and historic Gaslamp Quarter located in the heart of San Diego in your super-comfy Gaslamp Run t-shirt while enjoying that cool California breeze. Then grab your custom race medal and join us for an epic post-run celebration with food, and vendors, and grab your free beer (must be 21+). After the celebration, check out the Padres game with exclusive discounted tickets for an entire day of fun! Website: https://go.evvnt.com/2217413-0?pid=5498 Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App + Encore Thursday, June 27 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2. A lyrical tapestry of a place and people, "King Coal" meditates on the complex history and future of the coal industry, the communities it has shaped, and the myths it has created. The film reshapes the boundaries of documentary filmmaking and transcends time and place, untangling the pain from the beauty, and illuminating the innately human capacity for imagination and change.

Dr. Ken's Seriously Funny Comedy Hypnosis Show is a truly humorous, highly audience-interactive, thoroughly entertaining theatrical performance demonstrating the power and creativity of the human mind through the use of real hypnosis. This family-appropriate show features the application of hypnosis by a medical doctor in a really fun and safe way. Dr. Ken's Seriously Funny Comedy Hypnosis Show spotlights audience volunteers, who become the stars of the performance as they respond to the power of suggestion by exhibiting their creative talents in a natural and often hilarious way. The show demonstrates to the volunteers and to the audience the incredible resilience, creativity, and hidden talents all people possess. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

Basem Naim, a leader in Hamas' politburo, met with NPR in Qatar for an interview about the war with Israel, prospects for a cease-fire and how the Palestinian group now views its Oct. 7 attack.

Don’t miss San Diego’s biggest outdoor vegan market! Over 60 vendors including Pizza, Dumplings, Burgers, Donuts, Sushi, Tacos, Noodles, Corn Dogs, Nachos, Wings, Bao, Cookies, Curries and so much more. Vegan Food Popup is a FREE event that showcases the best plant-based food in SoCal, featuring a rotating lineup of diverse vendors from San Diego, Orange County and LA. In between bites, shop a selection of vegan-friendly products and services. Family-Friendly | Dogs Allowed | Live DJ | Free Parking The North Park Vegan Food Popup is located next to the North Park Mini Park. This spacious plaza features seating, gardens and a playground. Vendors are set up on both sides of North Park Way between 30th St and Granada Ave and on 29th St. PARKING: There is a 6-story parking garage on 29th St and North Park Way. Additionally, there is free street parking nearby. Please visit here for prices and the list of vendors. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

California’s rent cap doesn’t apply to low-income housing, which has its own rules. With inflation, some tenants have gotten much higher rent increases.

A barrage of Russian missiles hit Ukrainian cities Monday, killing at least 36 people and injuring more than 149, and destroying a large children’s hospital in Kyiv, the state emergency service said.

The stingray became a sensation earlier this year, in a purported case of asexual reproduction. She died weeks after her aquarium owners said she was not pregnant.