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McAlister Institute will host its 9th Annual Miracles of Recovery Luncheon on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at Coasterra on Harbor Island. This inspiring event brings together supporters, community leaders, and individuals in recovery to celebrate healing and expand access to life-changing treatment services. Hosted by NBC 7 News Anchor Omari Fleming, the luncheon will feature a keynote address from a special guest speaker, remarks from the Miracles of Recovery Awardee, and powerful personal stories that highlight the resilience of those on the path to recovery. Designed as an intimate and meaningful gathering, the luncheon offers attendees a direct connection to McAlister Institute’s mission and impact across San Diego County. This year also marks a period of exciting growth for the organization, including the introduction of Incidental Medical Services at its Lemon Grove Campus—home to adult detoxification and residential programs such as the Kiva Women & Children’s Learning Center—as well as a major rebrand and plans for a new campus to expand access to care. The Miracles of Recovery Luncheon highlights the transformative journeys of individuals and families affected by substance use, demonstrating how recovery can restore relationships and strengthen communities. Proceeds from the event support McAlister Institute’s comprehensive prevention, treatment, and long-term recovery programs. Tickets are $250 per person, with opportunities to learn more, purchase tickets, or donate available online.

The School of Theatre, Television, and Film at SDSU invites you to join us for an in-person networking event connecting designers, technicians, stage managers, craftspeople and Actors with employers from across the San Diego region. This event is free and open to the public. Learn about job openings, over-hire lists, and future opportunities. Kick off the day with a public forum exploring the challenges and opportunities shaping today’s theatre community. Public Forum: 2:30-3:30 p.m. Job Fair: 3:30-5:30 p.m. Job seekers can upload their resumes and/or headshots in advance with the link provided. Questions can be referred to Associate Director Katie Turner, 619-594-4936, or the contact email.

Be sure to follow us for upcoming details on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tianguis.raza Hola and Happy Spring! Mark your calendars for the next Tianguis de la Raza! Time to SHOP EAT PLAY HEAL this April: SHOP our Mercado Artesanal, find unique gifts and treasures. EAT Enjoy offering from local food vendors. PLAY Bring the kids to create and play in our Kid Zone, while listening to live music. HEAL Visit our very unique healing area for specialized services made for the community. Sunday, April 19, 2026 from Noon - 5 p.m. Location: Centro Cultural De La Raza: 2004 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA 92101 Located in Balboa Park This Tianguis celebrate Dia de La Tierra. Cuidar y proteger a los defensores de la tierra y mar y celebrar fertilidad. Nos Vemos en Abril! #TianguisDeLaRaza #BalboaPark #CentroCulturalDeLaRaza #ShopLatinx #ShopSanDiego

New reporting has led to the guilty please of two men behind a charity scam at San Diego stadiums. Plus, Mexicali farmers are fighting for compensation for water conservation. And, the hosts of KPBS' Port of Entry break down what it's like to make a show about living along the border.

First, we’ll tell you how a long-standing tradition was manipulated by two locals. Then, the mental health impact of ICE detaining kids and their parents. Also, we dive deeper into the cost of transportation and offer some ideas on how to save a buck. And, a local exhibit that takes inspiration from the artist's Iranian childhood. We will also tell you about some weekend events happening across the county.

A recent state law lifted the statute of limitations on sex abuse lawsuits, driving a huge increase in payouts by school districts and government agencies. It has also increased insurance premiums for all agencies.

Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026 Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Where: Alma San Diego Downtown 1047 5th Ave. San Diego, CA 92101 Limited Spots Available! Join us for a special rooftop edition of our signature Flower Arranging 101 workshop, hosted at the beautiful Alma San Diego Downtown, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel. Set above the city with sweeping downtown views, this hands-on class offers a creative, welcoming space to learn the foundations of floral design. This workshop is designed for beginners and curious creatives alike. With guidance from one of Native Poppy’s professional florists, you’ll learn the core mechanics of arranging while creating a lush, garden-style centerpiece using seasonal blooms. We’ll cover foundational techniques including shape, balance, and natural movement—giving you the tools to design with both intention and ease. For a seamless arrival, valet parking is included for the day. After the workshop, guests are invited to continue the experience with 20% off food and beverage at Alma’s Leave of Absence rooftop bar & restaurant or The Café + Lobby Bar—perfect for easing into the rest of your day. Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram

Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026 Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Where: BeeWorthy Farms 441 Quail Gardens Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024 Limited Spots Available! Join us on the farm for a morning immersed in flowers, rooted in place and seasonality. This Flower Arranging 101 workshop invites you to tour the fields at BeeWorthy Farms before arranging with flowers grown right there on the land—harvested just that morning. This foundation-building class covers all the core mechanics of Flower Arranging 101 while highlighting the beauty of working with flowers grown and harvested on a single local farm. Using blooms exclusively from BeeWorthy Farms, color, texture, and form are guided by what’s in season and available in the fields that day. Designed for beginners and curious creatives alike, this workshop begins with a guided farm tour led by the growers at BeeWorthy Farms, followed by a hands-on Flower Arranging 101 workshop on-site. The experience offers a deeper connection to the land, the flowers, and the process—from field to finished arrangement. The BeeWorthy Farms tour begins promptly at 9:30 a.m., followed by two hours of flower arranging workshop. Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram

Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026 Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Where: Native Poppy Solana Beach 142 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Limited Spots Available! Becoming a Florist is a rotating workshop series built around the wide range of floral designs professional florists create for weddings, events, retail, and everyday work. Each month focuses on a different core floral form, giving students the opportunity to gain real-world design experience across styles, scales, and applications. You’ll learn professional florist approaches to mechanics, structure, flower care, and design decision-making, along with practical considerations like handling, transport, and longevity. This series is designed to support both arranging hobbyists and working florists looking to expand their technical skills and confidence. This Month’s Focus: Flower Crowns In this workshop, we’ll focus on designing a collection of wearable floral pieces, including a corsage, boutonnière, pocket boutonnière, and hair comb. Instruction will cover the specific mechanics, proportions, and techniques used for each format, along with guidance on flower selection and construction suited to movement, wearability, and longevity. Participants will create one of each wearable style during the workshop to take home. Perfect for weddings, events, and the upcoming dance and prom season, this class offers practical, real-world applications for floral design on the body. Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram

Date: Sunday, May. 3, 2026 Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Where: Native Poppy Solana Beach 142 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Limited Spots Available! Learn to arrange flowers like your favorite Native Poppy designers in this fun, after-hours Flower Arranging 101 workshop. Each month, we create a brand-new signature mood board to guide our seasonal color palette to inspire the flower designs featured in our shops — and in this class. Every workshop in the Color Play Series is unique and designed to be taken as a stand-alone experience or as part of a year-long journey through color. Your class will cover all the fundamentals of Flower Arranging 101 while highlighting our signature seasonal color pairings, with extra instruction tailored to your skill level. It’s the perfect way to build your floral skills, spark your creativity, and make something beautiful to take home. Your ticket includes: - Comprehensive and entertaining instruction of our Flower Arranging 101 curriculum, and hands-on assistance from Native Poppy's professional florists - All materials, tools, and fresh seasonal flowers to create our signature classic arrangement - A Flower Arranging 101 Outline + Note Sheet designed exclusively for our workshops - Access to the monthly Color Series Mood Board featuring our curated seasonal palette - A self-serve tea bar with light refreshments - Plus: the floral arrangement you design to take home! Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram