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Learn to Knit this Season! Saturdays, May 10, 17, 24, from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. In this workshop series students will knit a hat, work with natural yarns and acquire life long skills. Students will expand their knitting basics including rib stitch, shaping, sewing and finishing techniques. Students bring their own knitting needles, 16” circular needles size 8/5.5 mm (wood or bamboo recommended) and size 8/5.5mm double pointed needles; worsted weight yarn, about 150 yds (wool or wool blend recommended), and a crochet hook, any size (for picking up dropped stitches). Hat pattern is provided. For ideas for purchasing yarn, a great local yarn store, Apricot Yarn, offers many worsted weight options, including Brooklyn Tween Shelter Yarn that works well for this class. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of the knit and purl stitch required. Ages 14+ are welcome. • Military, first responders & 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. Visit: 3-Week Knitting Series | Knit a Hat San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

The Street Stewards have now grown to clean up communities across the county.

A volunteer-run mobile library helps kids discover love for reading in communities south of the border.

Join the Del Mar Village Association (DMVA), Del Mar Plaza, and the City of Del Mar as we proudly welcome Camino Books to the Village! April 10, 2025 at 10 a.m. Location: Del Mar Plaza - Camino Books (Street Level) Camino Books brings a vibrant new chapter to our Village, offering a thoughtfully curated selection of literature, fostering a love of reading, and creating a space for the community to gather, learn, and connect. Their presence will enrich Del Mar’s cultural landscape, support local authors, and provide an inviting spot for book lovers of all ages. Celebrate this exciting addition and be part of the story as we welcome Camino Books to our community! Store Hours: Sunday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday - Tuesday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Camino Books Del Mar on Facbook / Instagram

Here's how the Turkish city of Gaziantep became synonymous with baklava, the sweet pastry made of layers of phyllo dough, filled with nuts and soaked in syrup or honey.

We will explore the fundamentals of watercolor—adding pen-and-ink as well. The class is designed to break down fear and encourage spontaneity. All levels are welcome in this positive and encouraging class. Materials: Paper: two 22” x 30” sheets of 100%, 140 lb., rag, cold-pressed paper (such as Arches or Fabriano). Brushes: one #8, #10, or #12 round brush (with a good point); one 3/4” or 1” flat brush; one large (2” or 2 1/2”) cheap bristle brush (from hardware store). Other: palette (any palette with eight or more color wells will do); water container; sketchbook; two No. 2 pencils; 3/4” or 1”–wide masking tape; small drawing board (Gatorfoam board or Masonite, 12” x 16” minimum); paper towels (Viva preferred). Paint: Any colors you have. Must-have colors (at least 14 ml) are Daniel Smith New Gamboge; Winsor & Newton Burnt Sienna (do not substitute another brand for this one); Alizarin Crimson Permanent; French Ultramarine Blue; Phthalo Blue; Burnt Umber. Please prepare a selection of photo references. Have ready several still-life or landscape reference photos. Max students: 13 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Copenhagen is expected to receive 30% more rainfall by the end of the century. The city is responding with a massive long-term adaptation plan.

A section of California's scenic Pacific Coast Highway that has been closed since January's deadly Palisades Fire reopens in time for holiday weekend traffic, to mixed emotions and high hopes for Malibu businesses.

Fast-paced floodwaters in San Antonio left 13 people dead. West Virginia also witnessed at least three deaths from flash flooding, with more people missing.

A bonus episode of The Finest! Meet the team behind the podcast as we talk hot takes, art vs. culture and what makes the San Diego region so special. It's casual, candid and very fun.