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The San Diego French Film Festival, presented by the Alliance Française San Diego, is back for its fourth edition from June 2nd to June 5th, with a glamorous opening ceremony on June 2nd at the high-end movie theater THE LOT in the heart of La Jolla, followed by the “Festival days”, three days of screenings at the Reading Cinemas Town Square in Clairemont. The SDFFF is an opportunity for the San Diego francophone community to come together to celebrate the richness and diversity of the French language, culture, and gastronomy, and to experience the magic of cinema in all its glory. Monday, June 3rd, will be dedicated to the ocean, a central element in San Diego's lifestyle, featuring two environmental documentaries. “Humanatee”, (2023) a short film produced by Planet Froth Productions, and the feature documentary “Oceans” (2009) directed by Jacques Perrin and Jacques Cluzaud, co-produced by Galatee Films. The screenings will be followed by a panel discussion moderated by Clay Epstein, President of Film Mode Entertainment, alongside Oscar winning producer Antoine de Cazotte, co producer at Galatee Films of the movie Oceans, Ricky Rhodes (writer/director) & Jordan Henderson (producer/creative director) from Planet Froth Productions producers of Humanatee. Scientists Arnaud Le Boyer, Physical Oceanographer and Julie Dinasquet, Marine Biology Oceanographer will bring their expertise to the discussion. On Tuesday, June 4th, the evening will commence with the screening of the short film "Monochrome" (2023), directed by Cédric Prévost. This will be followed by the feature film "Omar la Fraise" (2023), directed by Elias Belkeddar, starring Reda Kateb and Benoît Magimel. The festival will draw to a close on June 5th, featuring the short film "Riad" (2023), directed by Yann Verburgh, and the feature film "Marinette" (2023). Following the screenings, there will be a casual gathering to conclude the festival on a convivial note. Sponsors of the event include The LOT, Lycee Français de San Diego, Travelbootik, events.com, Film Mode Entertainment, San Diego French American School, Jonville Team, Jonathan Le Salon, Ingrid Pasco, Unifrance, Arif Law Offices, Clotilde French Book Store, Desserts by Clement, Diane Hamacher Photography, Française For more information visit: afsandiego.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Taylor Swift, whose latest album is now the first to surpass one billion Spotify streams in a single week, has smashed another record as well.

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Space 4 Art is gathering artists, students, arts leaders, policymakers, and other stakeholders to assess community needs and shape the conceptual & physical future of S4A's large-scale, community-based, multidisciplinary Arts Center. 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. - Design Workshop (Share input. Ask questions. See models/options.) 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Networking Reception (Music, Food Truck, Bar) Parking: free parking is available (first-come, first-served) at 340 16th Street. Event entrance is actually at 325 15th Street. For more information visit: sdspace4art.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Amos, who played James Evans Sr. in the 1970s sitcom Good Times, showed TV critic Eric Deggans what it was like to have a concerned, ethical father at home. Behind the scenes, Amos pushed for more authentic Black characters — sometimes leading to conflict.

More than half of young adults feel anxious, angry and powerless over climate change, a recent survey found. But there are ways to help turn that distress around. Here's how to give them a try.

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July is Disability Pride Month, an event celebrating the diversity and contributions people with disabilities have made. NPR wants readers to share what they wish other people knew about disabilities.

Some companies are trying something new: Instead of offering a group health insurance plan, they're giving workers a contribution to buy their own individual plans.

The degenerative brain disease can only be diagnosed after death. But hundreds of retired players reported symptoms linked to CTE, like depression, mood swings and suicidal thoughts.