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Saturday, August 16, from 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Ages 13+ years welcome! In this 2.5-hour, beginner-friendly ceramics workshop, you’ll explore the fundamentals of slab building while creating a one-of-a-kind altar infused with memory, meaning, and intention. Your finished piece can serve as a centerpiece for meditation, a space for prayer, or simply a beautiful expression of your personal story. Using slab-building techniques, you’ll design an altar that stands on a tabletop or hangs on the wall—perfect for holding your most cherished items, whether it’s crystals, candles, or that strangely comforting beach rock you’ve carried for years. This project is about shaping a space for reflection, connection, and quiet power. Feel free to bring any personal objects you’d like to incorporate or size your altar around. Projects will be handcrafted with speckled B-mix clay rather than the dark clay body in the photograph. Projects will be ready to pick up 3-4 weeks after class. No experience necessary. All materials and tools provided. • 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. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

A former senior CIA official with top secret-level clearance is accused of stealing hundreds of gold bars worth more than $40 million from the federal government and stashing them in his home.

The author is known for genre-bending stories that span Southern gothic, horror and fairy tale.

President Vladimir Putin says Russia will strengthen its air defenses to counter recent Ukrainian drone attacks, which have reached deep inside his country and cast a cloud over his showcase economic forum in his hometown of St. Petersburg.

Organization Systems International (OSI), a San Diego-based company specializing in science-based leadership and management talent solutions, will host a two-day, in-person business simulation experience January 21-22, 2026, at the UCSD Rady School of Management in San Diego. The $2 Billion Challenge Leadership Experience will give participants the opportunity to take control of Paper Nation—a global pulp and paper manufacturer—and compete to lead the company through six simulated years of growth. Emerging and mid-level leaders, HR and Learning & Development professionals, C-suite leaders seeking a fresh perspective, and multi-generational teams looking to enhance collaboration are invited to join us for the opportunity to experience: - High-stakes decision-making without the real-world risk - Strategic thinking as you navigate a shifting marketplace - Financial gameplay using P&Ls, balance sheets and ROI - Rapid rounds of action plus feedback The event will feature two engaging days of fun and learning led by Bruce Griffiths, OSI President, and Rick Morales, Senior Consultant. For registration details and more information visit https://orgsysint.com/2-billion-challenge-a-leadership-experience/.

Inspired by the American Jazz Age and Japan’s Taishō Romance, enjoy premium sake paired with creative small bites by Michelin-recognized Chef Brian Redzikowski at Kettner Exchange. Please join us for an intimate Sunday afternoon soirée where premium sake and chef-driven small bites come together in a refined yet playful setting. Designed to create new value for sake and spark the next wave of craft sake culture from San Diego, this experience blends timeless style with modern creativity for a truly elevated tasting journey. ++FEATURED EXPERIENCES++ WHOLE FISH BREAKDOWN - Watch our expert chefs perform a live breakdown of fresh hamachi, elevated with vibrant citrus and chili notes. CAVIAR TACOS - Experience the luxurious pairing of premium caviar with sake ++What to Expect & Your ticket includes++ - Explore 40+ Premium sake from variety of region in Japan - Opening remarks with Sparkling Sake Tower - Five refined bites by Chef Brian, composed to showcase harmony between food and sake - Action Station - Live fish breakdown show featuring the fresh seasonal catch, guided by expert chefs - Caviar Station - Experience the great pairing of Sake and Caviar - Original Sake glass to take home ++Event Theme & Attire: 1920s Vintage Glam & Jazz-Age Elegance++ We’d love for attendees to join in the fun by wearing outfits inspired by the theme!

For an evening at Sparks Gallery for our Annual Art Party, under the theme Black & White. This year’s event will transform the gallery into a timeless experience, featuring curated works of monochromatic art. Guests will enjoy a live jazz performance as well as a luxury raffle and experiences from local artists. Reserve your spot (https://sparksgallery.com/black-and-white-art-party) and support a local nonprofit with each ticket purchase. What to expect: Attire: “San Diego Dressy” – Comfortable, expressive, business casual to semi-formal, Black and White encouraged Menu crafted by the San Diego Wine & Culinary Center: - Bocconcini mozzarella balls + black olives in balsamic + black sesame seeds - Black & White Tacos: Tacos with black beans + white corn tortillas + white fish - Black & white dessert bar - Creative bar options Our Generous Sponsors: - San Diego Wine & Culinary Center - Gateway to Galleries - BLICK Art Materials - Spot Hero – new users get 10% off downtown parking with code SPARKS10 - The Oceanside Museum of Art - San Diego Museum of Art - Vanguard Culture - San Diego Art Directory Sparks Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

The vote by the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, whose members are supporters of the Republican president, clears the way for the U.S. Mint to begin production on the coin, whose size and denomination are still under discussion.

The Bridge program, which began July 1, makes some Medicare beneficiaries eligible for obesity drugs for $50 a month. CVS and Walgreens say they've each already filled 100,000 such prescriptions.

Acerca De: “El Mejor Mariachi del Mundo” regresa a San Diego, después de 3 años de espera. El Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan presentara su espectáculo El Legado, un viaje musical por la historia de las canciones e interpretes más importantes de la música mexicana. Este 2026 se conmemoran 129 años de la fundación del Mariachi Vargas. Con una producción renovada, ballet folclórico y acompañados por el Mariachi Garibaldi del Southwestern College, será una noche especial que no te querrás perder. About: “El Mejor Mariachi del Mundo” returns to San Diego after a 3-year wait. El Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan will present its show "El Legado," a musical journey through the history of the most important songs and performers of Mexican music. This year, 2026, marks the 129th anniversary of Mariachi Vargas' founding. With revamped production, folkloric ballet, and accompaniment by Mariachi Garibaldi from Southwestern College, it will be a special evening you won't want to miss. El Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan on YouTube