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Promises2Kids’ annual Dream On Concert Gala will be an exclusive evening of dinner and music to benefit foster youth. The event will take place at the La Jolla estate home of Joan Waitt, and will feature a sunset cocktail reception and an elegant dinner, followed by a private concert. There will also be items up for auction, including luxury vacations and private dinners. The annual event is attended by over 600 philanthropists, community, and business leaders dedicated to creating a brighter future for foster children. Each year is a sell out and raises critical funds benefiting San Diego County foster youth of all ages. WHEN | Monday, September 12, 2022 • This event runs from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. WHERE |La Jolla Estate home of Joan Waitt • 2681 Idle Hour Lane, La Jolla, 92037 ADMISSION | Tickets can be purchased here! • General Admission starts at $1,000 • One (1) general admission ticket for the Dream On Concert Gala; includes reception, dinner & concert • Click the here to view other table/ticket options SOCIALS | Follow Promises2Kids on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Join Solana Center at Highlands Organic Orchard & Farm for a free workshop where you will learn the basics and many benefits of raising chickens at home. From producing beautiful, high-quality eggs, assisting in keeping waste out of the landfill, to protecting your garden from pests - chickens have a lot to offer! Plus, they are fun pets and are guaranteed to make you smile. Now that’s something to cluck about! Register in advance to hold your spot! This workshop will cover: ‣ Local regulations for keeping backyard chickens ‣ Basic requirements for making a home sweet chicken home ‣ Feeding and keeping hens healthy and happy ‣ Local and online resources Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego WHEN | Saturday, September 10, 2022 • From 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. WHERE | Highlands Organic Orchard & Farm • 1095 Julian Orchards Drive, Julian, CA, California 92036 ADMISSION | This is a FREE workshop, click here to register! SOCIALS | Follow Solana Center on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

As the delta variant of the coronavirus becomes the dominant strain in the U.S., 54 cases have been reported in San Diego County. Plus, the results come despite California losing a congressional seat for the first time in history due to slow population growth and some high-profile technology companies and billionaires leaving the state. And increasing numbers of asylum seekers are being allowed to enter the United States. But with the asylum system still severely curtailed, thousands remain stuck in dangerous conditions in Tijuana. Finally, “Say Their Names” is a new memorial exhibit coming to San Diego honoring Black Lives lost to police brutality and systemic racism.

The attacks came only hours after Russia blamed Ukraine for a weekend explosion that partially damaged a strategic bridge that connects Russian-occupied Crimea to mainland Russia.

The Elizabeth Hospice invites individuals interested in helping adults and children facing the challenges associated with a life-limiting illness and those grieving the death of a loved one to a free volunteer orientation session via Zoom videoconferencing. Hospice volunteers are an important part of the care team at The Elizabeth Hospice and have an opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life. Attendees will learn about a wide variety of virtual and in-person opportunities throughout San Diego County and Southwest Riverside County, including: serving as a patient companion, providing caregiver respite, performing aromatherapy, sewing Cuddle Bears, officiating at veteran pinning ceremonies, and much more. Information will be provided on both the application and training process. An email address and a device with a camera interface are needed to participate in the training session or attendees can join by phone. Prospective volunteers can choose from the following dates: • December 14, 2021 from 10:00am to 11:00am • January 6, 2022 from 4:00pm to 5:00pm • January 17, 2022 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm • February 4, 2022 from 10:00am to 11:00am • February 15, 2022 from 4:00pm to 5:00pm To ensure a place at the volunteer orientation session, please contact the Volunteer Department at 800-797-2050 or send an email to volunteer@ehospice.org .

St. Petersburg and Tampa are preparing for what could be their first direct hit by a major hurricane in over a century. Officials there are urging people to comply with evacuation orders immediately.

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'The Big Boss' took a genre from working-class neighborhoods and turned it into a commercial powerhouse. But as the trailblazer retires, reggaeton meets a new moment for rebellion and experimentation.

Join the Writing Den for a virtual session! When was the last time you sent a thank you note to a loved one, wrote a letter to an elected official or composed a poem or story? Come 'put pen to paper' in our Virtual Handwriting Den with Jill Higson, Co-Founder of The Writing Den, SDPL Staff, and new online friends. Write, chat, and share (not required but encouraged!) in a safe, welcoming, and friendly for all ages environment. Registration for this event will close on Nov. 8, 2021 @ 5:00pm. When: Nov. 9, 2021 (12:00pm-1:00pm) Where: Virtual Zoom Link Who: Teens, and Adults For more information on this event please visit HERE!

Data was released briefly, then rescinded. As NPR reported previously, there is already strong evidence pointing to these animals in the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market in Wuhan.