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A team of researchers tracked thousands of people who took a daily multivitamin for three years. At the end of the first year, they performed slightly better on memory tests than people on a placebo.

The agency says it will strip Morris & Dickson of its license to sell highly addictive painkillers after finding it failed to flag thousands of suspicious orders at the height of the opioid crisis.

For years, Kuumba Fest was held downtown. This year, it’s moving to the newly formed Black Arts and Culture District.

As war threatens lives and livelihoods across Ukraine, what impact can sanctions have on the Russian invasion? Plus, as the nation recognizes Black History Month, a closer look at how far San Diego has (or hasn’t) come since the civil rights movement, through the eyes of local civil rights hero Harold K. Brown. And, in the arts this weekend, a touring dance performance full of horror and fairy tales, a one-night theatrical production celebrating Black joy and creativity,

Curious about where you come from? Want to know more about your ancestors? Ms. Kathy will help you get started researching your family's history. Learn about what resources there are and get some tips to make your searches more efficient and enjoyable.

Make a beautiful flower arrangement to take home! Classes are taught by master artist Jackie Zhang of the Ohara School of Ikebana. Contact Jackie Zhang directly at (858) 337-5671 or jzhana@hotmail.com to sign up. Registration for the class is required at least three days in advance. $19 per class to cover the cost of materials. Offered on the following select Saturdays: 1st Series: Feb. 5, 12, 19 2nd Series: Mar. 19, 26, Apr. 2 3rd Series: May 7, 14, 21 4th Series: June 18, 25, July 2 5th Series: July 30, Aug. 6, 13 6th Series: Sep. 10, 17, 24 Exhibition: Oct. 22 (10am-5:30pm); Oct. 23 (12:30-4:30pm) 7th Series: Nov. 5, 12, 19 Holiday Workshop & Party: Dec. 10 (9:30am-3pm

The Joshua White Trio: Joshua White, piano Rob Thorsen, bass Tyler Kreutel, drums Joshua White is one of the music scene’s most creative and technically accomplished pianists. Praised by legendary musicians like Herbie Hancock as having “immense talent” and lauded for his “daring and courageous approach to improvisation … on the cutting edge of innovation,” Joshua has distinguished himself as a formidable leader of distinct voice among his peers. Joined by Rob Thorsen on bass and Tyler Kreutel on drums, don't miss this opportunity to see Joshua White's debut on the Central Library stage.

Storybox Theatre is a wonderful way to present illustrated stories to youngsters. Storybox is the American name we have given to the Japanese storytelling tradition called kamishibai. (Kami = paper; shibai = theatre). A storyteller stands behind a little wooden theatre and reveals a series of illustrations as he narrates a story, doing all the characters’ voices and the many sound effects.

Join us every Monday for LEGO Power Hour! Build your own creations to display in our library. Program will take place in our study rooms 3 and 4.

The Paradise Gardeners is a 501(c)(3), tax exempt organization that contributes to Southeastern San Diego’s diverse communities in areas of civic engagement, tree planting and other improvements, and educating community members in the disciplines of home gardening.