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Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen went to El Salvador to lobby for the release of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, whose deportation has gripped the U.S. He isn't the only lawmaker with such a trip in mind.

Fixic Clinic and E-Waste Collection: Saturday, April 5 Learn how to extend the life of household items through repair, not disposal. The Fixit Clinic will offer tips on fixing bikes, appliances, clothing and more. Instead of throwing things away, discover simple repair techniques that help reduce waste, save money and keep your items in use longer. We'll provide workspace, specialty tools and guidance to help you take apart and troubleshoot your item. Even if we can't fix it, you'll learn more about how it was made and works. Drop off old and broken electronics for proper recycling during the Fixit Clinic at Dove Library. Visit: https://events.humanitix.com/sdfixitclinic_carlsbad

Join the annual search to observe birds during this year's Great Backyard Bird Count, February 14-17. Library staff will be at the park on Sunday from 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. with a Naturalist from SD Bird Alliance (formerly San Diego Audubon Society) to coordinate bird viewing and help you learn to identify birds. Bird identification books and taxidermy specimens will be available for participants to view and Library staff will be there to assist with using bird identification apps. SD Bird Alliance will provide a scope that participants can use to get better views of birds. Grand Caribe is loved by birds because of the native plants. SD Bird Alliance has been hard at work replanting the park with natives and you can help us plant some more at this event! Bring sunscreen, a smartphone, water, and your love for birds! Download the free Merlin Bird ID app before you come so you can be ready to report the birds you see. Teens can earn volunteer hours for their participation. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/great-backyard-bird-count-33224

With no help from the federal government, states are trying to regulate recreational marijuana. California's Department of Cannabis Control works to keep contaminants out of joints, vapes and edibles.

Create your very own fantasy characters and scenery using color, clay, foil, and string. From pixies to dragons, princesses, knights and magical trees: together, we will explore a world of make-believe! **** Students are welcome to sign up for both sessions, but please keep in mind the majority of projects will remain the same. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/kids-1b Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Each week, guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Chef John Mitzewich, Star Trek, the return of baseball and the videogame Teardown.

Create your very own fantasy characters and scenery using color, clay, foil, and string. From pixies to dragons, princesses, knights and magical trees: together, we will explore a world of make-believe! **** Students are welcome to sign up for both sessions, but please keep in mind the majority of projects will remain the same. Max students: 12 Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/kids-1a Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Are you a creative and curious problem solver? Spend the spring exploring with San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum! Each day of camp includes access to Museum exhibits, hands-on exploration with trained education staff, and an opportunity to make new friends. Explore the life of a bug this spring! Join San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum for a full week of outdoor exploration. Campers will enjoy learning about insects big and small through daily art and science activities. Little Explorers Camp: Ages: 4 – 5 years old Hours: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Big Explorers Camp: Ages: 6 – 8 years old Hours: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Visit: Explorer Discovery Spring Camp San Diego Children's Discovery Museum on Instagram and Facebook

Since 2017, Nathan Agin has produced and hosted "The Working Actor’s Journey", a podcast and workshop series that serves as a forum for professional actors to discuss their craft, dig into the text, and to impart insights for the benefit of others. The WAJ offers 30+ long-form interviews and 8 month-long workshops available for free (with more ongoing and others to be released from the archive); the podcast has 50K downloads from over 25 countries. For this online conversational session, Nathan will share what he has observed and learned specifically about acting Shakespeare. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/acting-shakespeare-lessons-learned-tickets-1229472468249?aff=oddtdtcreator San Diego Shakespeare Society on Instagram and Facebook

The CFPB says that Vanderbilt Mortgage & Finance, owned by Berkshire Hathaway, ignored evidence that borrowers couldn't afford loans to buy manufactured homes.