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Come to our free, family-friendly event which promotes diversity, solidarity, and love, while providing a space where diverse perspectives, cultures and values are accepted, appreciated, and celebrated. Over 25 booths will showcase the services of non-profit community partners such as La Maestra Clinic and Ocean Discovery Institute. Multicultural performances are by Drummers Without Borders (interactive drumming and parading with giant lanterns, Vietnamese dance group, San Diego Ballet, Fern Street Circus, Bailando con El Alba, Majesty in Motion youth dancers, Pakaraguian Kulintang Ensemble (Samahan Filipino Arts,) Karen Dancers, and Rick and friends. The Festival welcomes Chanh Kien Lion Dancers, a favorite with all ages. Surprises will pop up! City Heights Multi-Cultural Festival of Love on Facebook

Wednesdays, 4 – 5:30 p.m. Ages 9-12 years welcome! Instructors Steffi Dotson and Jon Raleigh teach this month-long series is full of hands-on, engaging crafts using STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math). We teach handtool skills to this age group using safe materials and practices. Each project builds on craftsmanship, dexterity and material exploration. Students will get acquainted with various woodworking tools and techniques and will be guided through a series of exercises that exercise hand-eye coordination, problem solving, and creativity. Students will make at least one project to take home over the course of the series. All materials included. Projects differ each month. Repeats are encouraged! • Scholarships available • Homeschoolers enrollment info • Military and sibling discounts • One-day /Drop-In Ticket available Social Media Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program was initiated by President Barack Obama in 2012. But it was not supposed to last this long. Permanent immigration reform is still out of reach and the futures of DACA recipients remain uncertain. Then, the looming Supreme Court Decision on Roe v. Wade has some experts questioning whether the state of women’s health in America may be reversing course. Next, California’s wildfires have become bigger, hotter and more destructive. The firefighters themselves are suffering and many have quit. Plus, local dairies in a small community west of Fresno are pioneering promising methane reduction technology - but not everyone is sold on the benefits. Then, if math and numbers seem hard to comprehend, or even imagine, it may be because humans did not evolve to count and multiply. Also, the inaugural student member of the San Diego Unified Board of Education graduated this week and will be passing the torch to two new student board members. And finally, last week San Diego Repertory Theatre announced it would be suspending operations. Shortly thereafter the cast of its recently closed show “The Great Khan” released a statement on social media alleging racism and misogyny at the 46 year old theater.

Fernando Villavicencio was shot and killed Wednesday by an unidentified gunman while at a political rally in the country's capital of Quito, President Guillermo Lasso said.

Despite promises of reform, migrants in Tijuana struggle to find legal representation and live in fear of being robbed and assaulted in Mexico, say migrants and their advocates. Meanwhile, a San Diego City Council committee on Wednesday endorsed updated regulations for dockless scooters and bikes to crack down on unsafe riding and parking habits. Plus, what little is known about long covid is that it can be just as disabling for kids and teens as it is for older adults.

Calling all budding young artists! EC Gallery is holding a Kids Art Contest Saturday, Sept 10 from 11:00am – 5:00pm. All kids from 5 – 12 are eligible to enter the contest. This is your opportunity to get in front of some amazing artists to hone your skills and see how you compare to the professionals. Participants will choose from three paintings they would like to emulate. The kid who most closely replicates the painting in their individual age group will receive a winner certificate as well as a wonderful Pop Dog art piece. There will also be an overall winner who will receive the grand prize of having their painting professionally framed and hung in the gallery for a full month. In addition, they will get a gift basket of art supplies worth $250. The artists' pieces to be emulated will be Gloria Lee, Michael Flohr, and Danny Ryan who will also be judging the contest. Winners will be announced Sunday at 2:00pm Limited spots are available so interested artists should call 800-599-7111, email info@ecgallery.com or stop by the gallery in advanced to reserve your spot TODAY. Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

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HealthySteps is an intervention where new parents get practical help with their lives, allowing them to create stable, nurturing bonds with their babies. It all starts at the baby's checkups.

Native Americans are returning to raising buffalo and plants that tribes have grown for millennia. It's a way to reconnect with historic traditions, and to bring healthy eating to their communities.

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