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Communities around the U.S. are putting on epic fireworks shows for America's 250th birthday — but that spells trouble for dogs and cats. Here's a guide to help the animals in your life.

Colombian-American photographer and filmmaker Juan Arredondo turns his lens on the people of the world who do not have birth and death certificates — and how these vital records are created.

This July marks a major milestone for one of Little Italy San Diego’s most recognizable dining destinations: Barbusa celebrates its 10-year anniversary. Since opening in 2016, the restaurant has become a defining part of the neighborhood’s modern culinary identity, known for its high-energy atmosphere, Sicilian-inspired dishes, house-made pastas, and commitment to the family-centered hospitality that has long defined the Busalacchi name. A decade later, it remains one of the most in-demand reservations in Little Italy, continuing to play a role in defining the neighborhood’s national reputation as a dining destination. Over four decades, the family has expanded its footprint along Little Italy, building a collection of concepts that have grown alongside the neighborhood itself, including Barbusa, Nonna, Lala, and Café Zucchero. Each restaurant reflects a different expression of the family’s culinary heritage while reinforcing their long-standing presence in the community. As attention continues to grow around Little Italy San Diego, Barbusa’s 10-year anniversary offers a timely moment to reflect on its impact in the neighborhood and its place as a staple in San Diego’s culinary scene – not to mention a favorite of many local celebrities. HOURS: Lunch: Saturday – Sunday: 11:30am – 4pm Dinner: Sunday – Thursday: 11:30am – 10pm Friday – Saturday: 11:30am – 10:30pm Barbusa on Facebook / Instagram

This week, FIFA finalized the list of where competitors will train during the tournament. Here's a breakdown of the U.S. cities that are included.

The artists of Village Arts Center invite you to visit their working artist studios and colorful courtyard in Balboa Park for the holidays. Bring your guests to visit the working art studios and meet artists, see demonstrations, collect one-of-a-kind creations, take a class, and enjoy the unique atmosphere. Their 36 working artist studios, galleries and art guilds host over 200 local juried artists. The Center offers classes, workshops and art camps all year long. Open daily from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Visit villageartscenter.org for calendar of events and artist/studio directory. Village Arts and Education Foundation on Facebook

Retro Tapestry Weaving 4 weeks | Instructor Lauren Becker Downey Learn to weave! Explore the ins and outs of weaving including proper terminology and methods, how to read weaving drafts and where to buy weaving yarn. Practice plain weave, twills, tapestry, sumac, fringe making and more. Weave traditionally and create four richly textured and tactile samplers of fiber art. This class is designed to focus on learned skills rather than a final product. By the end of this class, you will have the confidence and the skills to weave just about anything on any size or type of loom. A frame loom will be built for you, learn to warp it and practice about a dozen basic weaving techniques. What you learn and practice in this class will equip you with life-long skills to enable you to weave on any loom of any size on your own. There will be homework and the loom is yours to keep. If you already know how to weave, tighten up your skills with more advanced work. Be the envy of all your friends when they see your handcrafted work. Please bring a heavy dinner fork and a pair of sharp scissors. Please register in advance. $228 Bravo member / $264 non-member + $38 Supplies fee Sundays, June 7, 14, 21 & 28 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Bravo School of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Local officials celebrated the grand reopening of the Ramona Air Attack Base Monday following a monthslong construction project that paves the way for a new tanker base at the fire station.

Ekphrastic writing has been described as “taking the visual and transforming it to the verbal.” This form of writing, used for centuries, encourages writers to use visual art as a muse for putting words to paper. In this highly generative, immersive workshop, participants will engage with imaginative writing prompts, exploring the use of images as a source of inspiration for creativity. This generative, interactive session will cover numerous ways on how visual art can be a wellspring for new projects and a way to infuse current projects with energy and excitement. We’ll experience the various forms ekphrastic writing can take, using our own unique perspectives to create fresh narratives. The workshop will include a taste of SoulCollage®, an expressive arts method, through which we’ll create and write from our own images. (No artistic background required.) Participants will have the opportunity to share their work and receive positive, uplifting feedback, and they’ll leave with several short pieces they may wish to develop further. Materials will be provided. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Quinceañeras are pricey, averaging almost $30K, but for many parents, it’s an important milestone marking a transition from childhood to adulthood. It’s also an opportunity to connect with culture, friends, family and faith. We spoke to families in San Diego to find out how they are affording them.

A dozen states and the Writers Guild of America had challenged the merger.