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Exhibition Dates: May 6 – June 10, 2023 Reception: Saturday May 6, 4:30 – 7 P.M. Welcome to Spring with a celebration of California Plein air in the Sweetwater Valley in South San Diego County. In the exhibition find a celebration of the diversity of cultures in our region. The exhibition Cultural Celebrations will feature works by California Art Club members that showcases the artists’ personal cultural celebrations, or celebrations that they have had the opportunity to witness. Exhibiting artists from Southern California include Cliff Barnes, Nikita Budkov, Gloria Chadwick, Chona Doering, Jessica Falcone, Samantha Fried, Larry Hemmerich, Carolyn Hesse-Low, Joseph Iantorno, Cheryl Kampe, Chuck Kovacic, Margaret Larlham, Robert MacPherson, Hilary Paul McGuire, Linda Morton, Lisa Mozzini-McDill, Nadalena Radis-Cobbs, Junn Roca, Naomi Shachar, Alexey Steele, Andria Sullivan, John Paul Thornton, Durre Waseem and Sharon Weaver. The exhibition also features a “wet gallery” with artworks painted in Bonita during the open Paint-Out with Mehl Lawson (9 a.m. May 4 & 5) and artwork painted at the museum during the “Gathering of Nations” held in Nov. of 2022. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Join us at AR Workshop for a DIY class to make one of our many Wood Projects! Choose from a Plank Wood Sign, Porch Sign, Bath Tray, Framed Wood Sign, Round Lazy Susan, Centerpiece Box, or Plank Wood Tray. Multiple projects and designs available for all ages. In the workshop, you will have the opportunity to select and customize your project with your choice of designer paints and (non-toxic!) stain colors. This is an instructor-led workshop and no previous experience is required. All guests will leave with a completed project at the end of class. You are always welcome to BYO food and refreshments to sip and enjoy during the workshop! Workshop Registration: Registration for this workshop will close 24 hours before the scheduled workshop start time to allow us time to prepare your materials. Once in the studio, you will customize your project with the selection of our designer paint and stain colors. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Recommendations start "with those folks who are clearly descendants of 250 years of wage theft in this country," says Sen. Steven Bradford.

Join us at AR Workshop for a DIY class to make one of our many Wood Projects! Choose from a Plank Wood Sign, Porch Sign, Bath Tray, Framed Wood Sign, Round Lazy Susan, Centerpiece Box, or Plank Wood Tray. Multiple projects and designs available for all ages. In the workshop, you will have the opportunity to select and customize your project with your choice of designer paints and (non-toxic!) stain colors. This is an instructor-led workshop and no previous experience is required. All guests will leave with a completed project at the end of class. You are always welcome to BYO food and refreshments to sip and enjoy during the workshop! Workshop Registration: Registration for this workshop will close 24 hours before the scheduled workshop start time to allow us time to prepare your materials. Once in the studio, you will customize your project with the selection of our designer paint and stain colors. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Lawyers for the former president and the special counsel team argued before a federal appeals court about the scope of a gag order lodged against him. The court gave no timetable for a ruling.

The Carlsbad Oceanside Art League is pleased to announce a call for art for its upcoming youth art exhibition, “Inspire”. It is the 27th annual youth art exhibition and will be showcasing the talents and creativity of young artists from the San Diego County area. The exhibition, titled "Inspire," will feature a variety of artwork, including paintings, drawings, and mixed media pieces, all created by talented young artists aged 8-18. The "Inspire" exhibition represents one of the organization's missions to encourage and support the creative expression of young artists in our community. The exhibition is a testament to the incredible talent and dedication of these young artists, who have poured their hearts and souls into their work. A hosted reception will be on May 13, 2023, between 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Gallery located at 300 Carlsbad Village Dr. Suite 101. Awards and refreshments will be served and free to the public. Related links: Carlsbad Oceanside Art League on Facebook

He was tasked with ending abuse at a federal penitentiary in Illinois but says his own staff and Bureau of Prisons officials blocked his efforts.

As Israel intensified its attacks on the militant group Hamas, Gaza remained under a near-total communications blackout. More than 1.4 million people in Gaza are displaced, the U.N. estimates.

San Diego, CA – Show you care by dining where it matters throughout the month of May to benefit 3,000 current and former foster children in San Diego County. Promises2Kids has partnered with local restaurants to raise funds for San Diego foster children. The campaign will run throughout the month of May, in honor of National Foster Care Month. Participating restaurants include: 20|TWENTY Angry Petes Pizza (Santee Lakes location) Artesano Taco Beeside Balcony Blanco Cocina + Cantina Dockside 1953 Dolce FIREHOUSE American Eatery + Lounge Firenze Trattoria Funky Fries & Burgers (El Cajon location) GOODONYA Hammond’s Gourmet Ice Cream Ironside Johnston’s JoJo’s Creamery L’Auberge Del Mar La Cajita Mustangs & Burros Park & Rec Pretzels & Pints Sisters Pizza Tamarindo Del Mar The Crack Shack The Macaron Shop SD Three Hills Winery Toasted Gastrobrunch + Dinner Urban Plates Each restaurant will designate a select menu item which will support the Foodies 4 Foster Kids campaign. Funds raised will benefit foster children by reuniting siblings living apart in foster care, supporting foster youth in reaching their educational and career goals, providing birthday gifts, school clothes and opportunities to participate in extracurricular activities, and providing an emergency shelter where children feel safe and cared for. Promises2Kids helps foster children overcome the difficulties of their past and grow to become healthy and successful adults. The community is invited to support Promises2Kids by dining in or ordering online at participating businesses. The community can also make an online gift. About Promises2Kids Promises2Kids is dedicated to our mission of creating a brighter future for foster children® in San Diego County. From the moment they come into foster care and through to adulthood, Promises2Kids provides the hope, support, and opportunities these individuals need to change their lives for the better… now and for years to come. Our programs include Camp Connect, Guardian Scholars, Foster Funds, and the A.B. and Jessie Polinsky Children’s Center. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Saturday, May 6 from 1 – 4 p.m. OR Saturday, July 29 from 1:30 – 5 p.m. Have you wanted to dive into the mindful, rhythmic, magic of weaving? In this rigid heddle loom workshop, students will learn to weave their own unique handwoven fabric in both plain weave (a classic, simple pattern) and clasped weft (where two wefts interconnect, creating unique patterns). Each student will learn the basics of how the loom works, a variety of simple weaving techniques, plain weave, clasped weft weaving, and finally, hemstitching for a finished piece. Students will weave a length of handwoven fabric of their choosing using the techniques in-class. Looms will be pre-warped in this class and students will weave together on Ashford Looms with 100% cotton fiber for a fiber-friendly afternoon. Beginners, as well as those with weaving experience are welcome. No experience necessary. Ages 14+ welcome! • Scholarships available • Military and sibling discounts Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter