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The San Diego Automotive Museum is thrilled to announce an exclusive exhibition showcasing some of the most iconic supercars of the 1980s and 1990s. This one-of-a-kind event will provide visitors with a rare opportunity to admire and learn about these legendary vehicles, which have defined the supercar era and continue to captivate automotive enthusiasts worldwide. Exhibition Highlights Lamborghini Countach SP400: With its striking design and powerful V12 engine, the Countach SP400 represents the epitome of 1980s supercar styling. Porsche 959: A technological marvel, the 959 was the world's fastest street-legal production car upon its release. Ferrari F40: Known for its raw performance and lightweight design, the F40 remains a symbol of Ferrari's engineering prowess. Bugatti EB110 Le Mans: A rare gem, the EB110 features a quad-turbocharged V12 engine and advanced all-wheel-drive system, making it a true engineering masterpiece. Ferrari F50: Combining Formula 1 technology with road car practicality, the F50 offers an unparalleled driving experience. Jaguar XJ220: As one of the fastest cars of its time, the XJ220's sleek design and exceptional performance make it a standout in the world of supercars. The exhibition will run from February 4 to March 31, 2025 and will include interactive displays, informative panels, and guided tours by our knowledgeable docents. Whether you're a seasoned car enthusiast or simply curious about automotive history, this exhibition promises to be an unforgettable experience. Admission Tickets are available for purchase at the museum's website or at the entrance. Special group rates and membership discounts are also offered. Location San Diego Automotive Museum 2080 Pan American Plaza San Diego, CA 92101 Contact For more information, please visit our website or contact Brandi Wilson - brandi@sdautomuseum.org. Visit: Decades of Trifectas - Part 1 San Diego Automotive Museum on Instagram and Facebook

Learn to Carve a Decorative Spoon! Saturday & Sunday, March 8 & 9 from 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. In this 5-hour workshop, students will learn to carve a decorative spoon in basswood in the European carving tradition. Students will learn and apply the following skills that are needed to carve a simple decorative spoon, like carving safety, honing/sharpening, tracing and transfer of the spoon layout to a piece of basswood, hollowing out the spoon; carving the back; and removing thickness under the handle, carving out the handle, sanding, and finish. This class is designed for the beginner as well as more experienced carvers. Different techniques and styles make it interesting for all skill levels. There is no prerequisite for this class. All of the necessary tools and materials will be available to students for this class. It is recommended that you bring your own safety gear (eye protection, hearing protection, dust mask, gloves). We have hearing and eye protection available if you do not have your own. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome, or 14+ years with an accompanying adult! • Military, first responders and sibling discounts: Email us for more information. • Scholarships available: Click here for an application. • Homeschool funds accepted: Click here for enrollment details. • 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.

The Trump administration wants to allow a cutoff date for housing subsidies. The plan is deeply controversial, but Delaware offers a potential model for success.

Some Yankees players used a new bat during the second game in the Major League Baseball series against the Milwaukee Brewers.

UC San Diego researcher says migration to the U.S. is not a zero-sum game and the data reveals many benefits for all countries involved. It’s not brain drain but a brain gain.

The San Diego Re-Entry Roundtable: Education Subcommittee invites you to explore how individuals in the reentry population successfully pursue higher education and vocational careers. Attendees will learn through students’ lived experiences as they share their personal journeys and discuss the potential for high school completion all the way through to earning a doctoral degree. The event will also feature resources for basic needs, including food, housing, and employment. The event is fully online on Zoom. Visit: Education for Empowerment Symposium

This Saturday, March 1, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Learn foldforming and the art of patinas with award-winning metal artist and blacksmith, Pat Downing. In this all-day class, students will learn about safety, tools, and the basic methods of both foldforming and patinas. The class will consist of 3 hours of forming techniques and 3 hours focusing on patinas, with a one-hour lunch break. This is a hands-on techniques class designed to show how one can achieve folds and then apply patinas to finished pieces. In this class, students will work in copper, but the methods taught can be used in almost any metal and size, from jewelry to public art. What to bring: BYF (bring your favorite) hammer & safety glasses, if you have them. If not, you can borrow from ours. Students are welcome to bring a lunch to eat at the studio or nearby, or may purchase lunch nearby (there are many options in Liberty Station). Materials fee of $10 (cash only) to be paid to the instructor at the start of the class and includes copper and patinas. This class is appropriate for ages 18 years and older. No prior experience necessary. All materials included. • 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.

Monday is the Met Gala, known as fashion's grandest event, where celebrities from various realms come together at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art to celebrate fashion and each other.

The rapper's Instagram account says his lungs collapsed after he was stabbed 14 times, but he is "in good spirits." Lanez is serving a 10-year sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in 2020.

Chinese consumers have less and less confidence to splurge, which spells trouble for government efforts to jump-start consumer spending to offset deflation and mitigate the trade war with the U.S.