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NPR member station reporters across the U.S. asked people how they are thinking about their country on its semiquincentennial.

NPR's Michel Martin asks Dan Woike of The Athletic where LeBron James might be headed next now that he's leaving the LA Lakers.

Learn to Sew & Hem! This class is a continuation of the Family and Beginner Sewing 101. In this next series, Instructor Hannah Gioutlos will guide you through the process of sewing a drawstring backpack. We will learn how to place our pattern on your fabric and cut it out with scissors or a rotary cutter. Then we will show tips on using a seam gauge to find the hem allowance. Next we will learn the proper way to press our fabric into place to get ready for hemming. For students who complete this project early, you can also learn to sew a pet bandana for your furry friends. REQUIREMENT: If you are new to using a sewing machine, you must take Family & Beginner Sewing 101 | Sewing Machine Basics first. In order to enroll in 102, a student must know how to thread and use a/their sewing machine and be comfortable with beginner sewing techniques. FABRIC CHOICE: All materials are included. If you’d like to bring your own fabric to sew with, students must bring at minimum a half yard or two fat quarters of 100% cotton quilting or cotton canvas. Cotton jersey and stretchy fabrics will not be sewn in this class. MACHINE CHOICE: It’s ideal to bring your own sewing machine for this class, but you may also borrow and learn on one of ours. Please note if bringing your own sewing machine it is very important to make sure it is fully functional. No experience necessary. Materials included. Ages 12+ years are welcome. Ages 7+ must attend with an adult to assist! ***If you’re attending with your child, and participating only as support, just purchase 1 space. If you both will learn and create a project side-by-side, please purchase 2 spaces. Please be punctual to this class. Students who show up more than 15 min late will not be able to catch up, and will be turned away to keep the class on schedule. Plan ahead for traffic and parking. Family & Beginner Sewing is a fun sewing series aimed at acquainting students with a/their sewing machines, beginning with the basics and growing skills. This class, 102, is the second in the series. If you don’t know how to use a/your sewing machine, please take Family & Beginner Sewing 101 | Sewing Machine Basics first. After 102, check out the next class in the series, Family & Beginners Sewing 103 | Zippers, Linings & More. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • 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.

Several lawmakers around the state — including L.A. County Supervisor Janice Hahn and state Senator Shannon Grove, who represents a large swath of the Central Valley — have called for César Chávez Day to be renamed “Farm Worker Day” in light of the allegations.

The story of Motown Records is a quintessentially American story about the American Dream, civil rights and entrepreneurship — but it has a special significance in Detroit, where it all started.

Julia Masli’s award-winning solo phenomenon "ha ha ha ha ha ha ha" (a New York Times Top Pick of the Year) arrives in San Diego for two weeks only following a string of critically acclaimed runs across the world, from Edinburgh to New York to Melbourne. The Guardian says it's “The year's most exciting, have-to-be-there comedy moment." Theatermania agrees: “It’s a testament to what a community can achieve when it works together.” La Jolla Playhouse on Facebook / Instagram

"Pop Culture Remix" Exhibition Dates: August 1 – October 4, 2026 Opening Reception & Sparks Art Party: August 15, 2026 | 4:30 p.m. Sparks Gallery presents "Pop Culture Remix," a vibrant group exhibition showcasing contemporary artists from across the nation who reimagine the enduring influence of Pop Art. Selected through a national call for artists, this exhibition explores the colorful, playful, and thought-provoking relationship between art and popular culture. Featuring works inspired by advertising, celebrity culture, comics, nostalgia, consumerism, and everyday life, "Pop Culture Remix" highlights how today's artists continue to reinterpret the visual language of Pop Art for a modern audience. Through bold imagery, humor, critique, and innovation, the exhibition celebrates the movement's lasting impact while offering fresh perspectives on the culture that surrounds us. Join us for the opening reception of "Pop Culture Remix" during Sparks Gallery's annual Sparks Art Party! This year's celebration embraces the vibrant and playful theme of Pop Culture. Enjoy an evening of art, music, community, and creative expression while exploring the exhibition and celebrating the artists. Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pop-art-art-party-at-sparks-tickets-1983208313452 Sparks Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

Garibaldi, located on the third floor of the InterContinental San Diego, is celebrating Easter with a Mediterranean-inspired menu that blends coastal tradition with springtime flair. Guests can enjoy festive starters like Braided Greek Easter Bread (Tsoureki) and Harissa Deviled Farm Eggs before savoring in Roasted Volcano Lamb Shank. End your meal on a sweet note with the Spiced Carrot Cake. Set against sweeping bay and skyline views, the experience captures the relaxed elegance of Mediterranean coastal dining for the holiday. The restaurant will open early at 3 p.m., with the holiday menu offered at $65 per person and à la carte options available. Enjoy complimentary 3-Hour parking with a purchase of $50 or more. Reservations can be made via OpenTable. Garibaldi on Instagram

For the sixth World Cup in a row, no team from the Asian Football Confederation made it past the first knockout round, winning only three games out of 29. Asian teams are competitive — up to a point.

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks to Anita Lee, reporter for the Sun Herald, about the growing national attention in the case Nolan Wells, a teenager found dead off of Mississippi's gulf coast.