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With refugee resettlement organizations stretched thin, the U.S. is trying a different approach. The new private sponsorship program will allow groups of regular people to sponsor refugees.

With limited work opportunities, they can't leave shelter programs or pay for immigration attorneys. The mayor and other officials says the cost has put a strain on the city budget.

Explore the exhibitions and stay for the music as Oceanside’s First Friday Art Walk extends into the night at OMA with Singer / Songwriter Jonny Tarr and his Quintet A winner of the 2020 San Diego Music Award for Best Pop Artist, Tarr describes himself as a left of center maverick and musical rogue. Heavily influenced by "music that makes people dance,” The Jonny Tarr Quintet has headlined the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) show's D'Angelico Stage and been part of the opening act for the Pink Floyd Experience. Foodies by Sonia. Food and beverage available for purchase beginning at 5:00 p.m. Music starts at 6:00 p.m. Book premium reserved tables or presale drink tickets. VIP tables are limited and often sell out. Book early. VIP tables $100 for four Drink Tickets $7 for wine and beer, $14 for premium wine. For more information about this event, click here!

Weaving is an ancient craft; it shelters and clothes as well as adorns our spaces, adding texture, color, design and inspiration to our lives. But it is the actual Process of Weaving that has caught the attention of so many as we’ve stepped into this new century. The practice of selecting fibers + natural objects; warping a loom; guiding weft through the vertical foundation; creating pattern/texture as the process unfolds…. These steps continue to connect us with the past, and more importantly, with ourselves. Join in this Weaving Workshop as we weave intuitively and work together in a space of creativity and openness. I will provide guidance in a variety of Weaving Techniques and will surround you with warped looms to work on, tools to learn with, natural fibers, and foraged and gathered natural objects to incorporate into your weavings. Feel free to bring your own items to weave into your piece, especially if there are any fibers/yarns, stones/crystals, shells, leaves/grasses, etc. that you’d like to experiment with. Each Weaver will complete a one-of-a-kind Woven Textile. I’ll have rods on hand for those who would like to adapt their pieces into Wall Hangings. And, if you find that you’re in love with the practice, you’ll have an option to purchase the loom you are working with, as well as additional fiber and tools to continue at home. I’ll have tea and water on-hand, as we explore mindfully making in a space of creativity & harmony with others. Materials included. No experience necessary. Age 14+ SOCIALS: Facebook & Instagram

Promises2Kids’ annual Dream On Concert Gala will be an exclusive evening of dinner and music to benefit foster youth. The event will take place at the La Jolla estate home of Joan Waitt, and will feature a sunset cocktail reception and an elegant dinner, followed by a private concert. There will also be items up for auction, including luxury vacations and private dinners. The annual event is attended by over 600 philanthropists, community, and business leaders dedicated to creating a brighter future for foster children. Each year is a sell out and raises critical funds benefiting San Diego County foster youth of all ages. WHEN | Monday, September 12, 2022 • This event runs from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. WHERE |La Jolla Estate home of Joan Waitt • 2681 Idle Hour Lane, La Jolla, 92037 ADMISSION | Tickets can be purchased here! • General Admission starts at $1,000 • One (1) general admission ticket for the Dream On Concert Gala; includes reception, dinner & concert • Click the here to view other table/ticket options SOCIALS | Follow Promises2Kids on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

A truck hit the center divider on I-80 between San Francisco and Sacramento, Calif., Monday morning, slathering several lanes in quickly crushed tomatoes and forcing morning commuters to play ketchup.

Want to learn a thing or two about comedy from the guy who wrote the book (specifically The Comic Toolbox: How to be Funny Even if you’re Not)? Then don’t miss this workshop – party, really – ‘cause we’ll be looking at comedy through the specific filter of Halloween – and we’ll be doing it in costume! Is that right? Did you hear right? Are you really expected to come in costume to a Zoom writing workshop in the privacy of your own home? You bet you are. Just think about how daring you’ll feel, and recognize that daring is to comedy as apples are to candy apples – indispensable! Does this sound frivolous or really not like a writing class at all? Come on – haven’t you ever struggled to come up with a great Halloween costume? Isn’t it the same struggle as writing a joke? Can’t we fix that? Yes, we can! Or say, how about this? Have you ever thought of a great idea for a Halloween gag or event only to hear a little voice inside your head saying that they’ll never let you get away with that? Isn’t that the same as self-editing a non-Halloween joke or story? Can we fix that? Yes, we can! And even if you don’t care all that much about Halloween, it’ll still be a fun and festive workshop that’ll kick start your comedy and creativity just in time for… well, for whatever comes next. You want topics? We got topics! Fast iteration Clash of context Using taboo as a tool How to FAIL BIG! Plus plenty of time for Q&A Don’t miss out! DO COME IN COSTUME! It won’t be a party without you. This session is also available via Digital Ink recording. The recording price is $10 less than the live session price for both members and nonmembers. To purchase the Digital Ink version, please select “Digital Ink” at checkout. Please Note: By registering for the live version of this course, you give your consent to being recorded. If you do not wish to be recorded, you may keep your camera and microphone off during the session. Thank you for your understanding. You will be emailed the Zoom link 24 hours before the start of class. If you sign up less than 24 hours before the start of the class, please email Kristen at programs@sandiegowriters.org for your link. Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

More than 200 million people — about 60% of the U.S. population — were under a winter weather advisory or warning on Friday, the National Weather Service said. Over 5,000 flights have been canceled.

The president said he's already used the "full extent" of his executive authority to combat gun violence. GOP lawmakers argue it's premature to press bills before the facts are out.

This is your chance to hear about highlights from the past five years and plans for the future, as well as to socialize with other supporters, including our Board members. Nosh will be generously provided by La Jolla’s Olive and Basil restaurant; drinks are on us! The event will take place in a residential venue in La Jolla. We will send the address information to registered guests. The event will also be broadcast on Zoom. WHEN| Saturday, August 27, 2022 • 7:30 p.m. Pacific Time (9:30 p.m CT, 10:30 p.m ET) WHERE | A venue in La Jolla (address provided upon registration) and via Zoom TICKETS | Tickets can be purchased here! • $18 for in-person early bird tickets (the discount expires this Saturday, on August 20) • $25 for last-minute in-person tickets. Nosh and drinks included • $10 for Zoom early bird tickets (the discount expires this Saturday, on August 20) • $15 for last-minute Zoom tickets