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A year ago, on Aug. 14, 2024, the World Health Organization declared mpox a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Why are health experts so frustrated by the world's response?

Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is more than simply putting flowers in a container. It is a disciplined art form that breathes life into each composition, harmonizing the elements of nature and humanity. Learn to create these stunning pieces of art that intertwine Japanese culture and the changing of the seasons. By end of the semester, you will have learned to design beautiful and professional looking arrangements for both everyday and special occasions. Contact Prof. Takeya for more information at mtakeya@sdccd.edu. This class is free and open to the public. You may register when you attend the class. Audience: Adults, Seniors Location: Community Room Visit: Mission Valley Branch Library

Curious about entrepreneurship but not sure where to start? This 5-day course is designed for teens excited to learn about starting their own businesses. Through lectures from UC San Diego faculty, teamwork, exercises, and discussions with founders of startups, you’ll learn how to come up with viable business ideas; understand the marketing mix and choose your target customer; and develop your positioning and entrepreneurial strategy. The program culminates with a team pitch to expert judges from our startup community! Audience: 9th through 12th grades Location: Homeschool Resource Center REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/launchpad-entrepreneurship-boot-camp-412712

In this six week class students ages 13-17 will begin by learning the basics, focusing on 3 essential steps of the throwing process: centering, opening, and pulling. Students will be led in working with ceramics, hand-building and wheel throwing, learning slab construction, pinch pots, surface texture, clay impression and more. Skills: Proper hand placement, sculpting, proper tools knowledge, learn to create functional wares, problem solving All materials are included. Wear clothes that can get messy! Visit: Teen Wheel Throwing (6 weeks) ICA San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

On Midday Edition, we explore an exhibit highlighting expressions of the Arab American identity.

In this provoking presentation, Sheri Nasim, President & CEO of the Center for Executive Excellence, helps participants understand how to clarify, codify, and deploy their purpose as a performance accelerator. Drawing on examples from history, the latest research, and client case studies, she helps leaders reconnect to the backbone of what they exist to do. Discover the five levels of organizational purpose engagement and walk away with a roadmap for leveraging purpose as a competitive advantage and performance multiplier.

Get ready for the ultimate celebration of Latin music, food, and culture as Viva La Música returns to SeaWorld San Diego. This exciting festival brings the rhythms, flavors, and festive spirit of Latin culture to life with sensational live music, incredible cuisine, and family-friendly entertainment. Guests can enjoy high-energy headlining concerts at Bayside Amphitheater, along with a lively festival area near Manta featuring performances from local musicians and community groups. New this year, SoCal Taco Fest joins "Viva La Música" for a special two-day celebration on Saturday, May 3, and Sunday, May 4. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, SoCal Taco Fest will take place at SeaWorld for the first time, making it bigger than ever. Visit: https://seaworld.com/san-diego/special-offers/taco-fest/ SeaWorld San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with Weekend Edition puzzlemaster Will Shortz along with listener Cynthia Rose of Littleton, Colorado.

The former leader of FAIR, the Federation for American Immigration Reform, Dan Stein, retired this year after more than 40 at the helm of the organization. The right-wing group has long fought to reduce immigration and for tougher border controls. Under President Trump, Stein's once-fringe ideas are now being enacted.

Within two hours of a Supreme Court ruling that limits the ability of federal courts to impose universal injunctions, lawyers for immigrant rights groups filed a class action lawsuit on behalf of their clients.