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Genealogist and public historian Yvette Porter Moore of discusses researching and archiving Black history in San Diego. Despite its emergence as a top 10 city in the nation, San Diego's Black population has historically been smaller than in other large metropolitan areas. There were the early pioneers, entrepreneurs, and military folks, but also the social justice activists who challenged the status quo. And how does the presence since the 1990s of a growing East African community and recent Haitian migrants contribute to the history of Black San Diego? Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/preserving-black-history-san-diego-396381

Join us in a special holiday fellowship as we celebrate the Christmas spirit. The holiday season is a time of festive celebration with family and friends, as well as time of devotion and faith. During the season of good cheer, the Divine pours down blessings of spiritual power and love to uplift all humanity regardless of belief. Metaphysically, Christmas represents the birth of the Christed light which has brought in a new era of spiritual opportunity and inspired our modern age. It celebrates the rebirth of the spiritual teachings we study and partake of at the Institute—The Kingdom of Light Teachings. Special blessings and energy rays have been prepared to share in this glorious time of celebration. There has never been a better time to pursue your soul’s growth. We welcome you in the great spiritual adventure! Dimitri Moraitis is cofounder and spiritual director of the renowned Spiritual Arts Institute. An accomplished metaphysical teacher, Dimitri lectures across the country, appears on numerous podcasts and radio shows and leads workshops and training classes offered at the Institute. Barbara Y. Martin is one of the foremost clairvoyants and spiritual teachers in the world. Born with the gift of seeing the aura in all its subtleties, she is a pioneer in the field of metaphysics having taught thousands how to better their lives by working with the aura and spiritual energy. Martin and Moraitis are the award-winning authors of the international bestseller Change Your Aura, Change Your Life, Heaven and Your Spiritual Evolution, Communing with the Divine, Karma and Reincarnation, and the highly acclaimed The Healing Power of Your Aura. Visit: Metaphysical Celebration of Christmas Spiritual Arts Institute on Instagram and Facebook

San Pasqual Winery is celebrating 15 years at their downtown La Mesa Tasting Room located on La Mesa Blvd. this December with festive wine events for the public to enjoy, including a Vintage Wine Tasting Event from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 7th. The event will feature a tasting of 10 vintage wines from 2009 and beyond. Guests will also have the opportunity to win prizes from local businesses and talk with the owners, Mike and Linda McWilliams, one-on-one. Additionally, there will be a $10 discount on bottle purchases during the event. Tickets for the event are $20 for San Pasqual Winery Wine Club members and $25 for non-members. San Pasqual Winery is San Diego’s first urban winery and produces approximately 3,000 cases of wine each year. The winery sources its grapes from a variety of local and renowned vineyards across California, and produces the wine at La Mesa Wine Works, located in the La Mesa commercial district. San Pasqual Winery is a family owned and operated winery located in La Mesa, Calif. Owners, Mike & Linda McWilliams, purchased the winery in 2009 and have grown it into the thriving business it is today. The winery boasts three tasting rooms, including La Mesa Wine Works, La Mesa Village Tasting Room & Gallery, and Seaport Village Tasting Room. Wine Club membership is also available featuring quarterly wine releases, events and specials. Visit: https://www.sanpasqualwinery.com/ San Pasqual Winery La Mesa on Instagram and Facebook

Scripps Cancer Center will present its Melanoma and Cutaneous Oncology Symposium Jan. 25-26 at the Coronado Island Marriott in Coronado, Calif. The event is designed to provide relevant, practical, and focused educational updates specifically aimed at elevating the care of individuals with skin cancer. In engaging interactive lectures and patient case presentations, nationally recognized experts will present the latest data on prevention, risk assessment, early detection, genetic factors, current treatment options, and future therapies. A broad range of topics will be covered, including issues in surgical management, adjuvant therapy, treatment of advanced disease, strategies to individualize treatment plans, and more. For more information, call 858-678-6400, or email med.edu@scrippshealth.org.

The La Mesa Village Association's (LMVA) 9th annual Holiday in the Village event is getting a refresh this year focusing on enhanced holiday traditions that are fully immersed in La Mesa’s charm. This year, the organization will offer new and exciting activities during the one-day event while keeping the annual favorites the community has come to cherish. One of the biggest changes this year is that all the activities offered will be FREE to guests. The LMVA is adding fun new experiences, including skating on a synthetic “ice” rink, an “All White Wonderland” kids area filled with inflatable bouncies, Mrs. Claus Reading Nook where families can enjoy listening to holiday themed stories, an adorable Gingerbread House photo booth, Miniature Golf and a fun-themed Elf Adventure Trail where guests can seek out elves sprinkled throughout local businesses and can enter to win one of the elves! Treasured favorites returning to the Holiday in the Village event include the cherished “Selfies with Santa”, strolling carolers, holiday performances by local schools, clubs and more, fun-themed holiday stilt walkers – perfect for selfies, and an “Elf Yourself” station where guests can outfit themselves in whimsical elf ears. The event will also feature a variety of food vendors selling fresh popped kettle corn, hot food items, beverages and more, plus a fresh new variety of vendors to shop for unique holiday gifts! And, as the sun goes down, relax with friends and family around cozy fire pits and take in all the merriment of the season that surrounds you in downtown La Mesa. "We are so excited for this year's event! We love our community and are truly grateful for the support they give throughout the year,” says Pam Rader and Michelle Huey, co-chairs for this year's event. “As a giveback to our community, ALL of our activities are FREE! So, we hope everybody comes to the Village to bounce, “ice-skate”, golf, and selfie the day away!” The downtown restaurants and retail shops will also be open throughout the event for guests to shop, dine and explore. The 9th Annual Holiday in the Village takes place in the heart of downtown La Mesa along La Mesa Blvd. between 4th Street to Spring St. on Saturday, December 14 from Noon to 9 p.m. The La Mesa Village Association (LMVA) is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to enhance the La Mesa Village through promotions, improvements and community events making it the preferred destination for our businesses, the community, and visitors. For additional information about the LMVA, or to become a member, visit www.lamesavillageassociation.org.

Hundreds of hotel workers at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront were on strike for a third day Tuesday. In other news, California lawmakers have passed a bill requiring schools to come up with policies to limit the use of smartphones on campus, but some districts in San Diego County already have those rules. Plus, as part of our ongoing conversations with San Diego's congressional delegation about democracy, we hear a conversation with Democratic Congressman Mike Levin.

Spread cheer, support hope! Jingle and mingle for a cause with Community Resource Center on Thursday, December 5th, starting at 5:30 p.m. at Lomas Santa Fe Country Club in Solana Beach. Join CRC for a magical evening featuring mingling with CRC supporters, raffles and a program showcasing how your generosity helps those in need. Enjoy delicious food, drinks, and joyful tunes, all included in your ticket. Let's make a difference this holiday season while spreading cheer and supporting our community. Don't miss out on this festive celebration of giving hope and joy to those in need. Get your tickets by November 18th! Community Resource Center (CRC) is a nonprofit organization celebrating 45 years of service, with a mission to help our neighbors create paths to healthy food, stable homes and safe relationships. Visit: https://e.givesmart.com/events/FoV/ Community Resource Center on Instagram and Facebook

Let’s make this holiday fun and sustainable! On December 7th the San Diego Fixit Clinic has festive family-friendly activities such as a Furoshiki cloth gift wrapping station with Be Creative Zone and DIY upcycling holiday decorating with Rebelle for Kicks. From 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. repair your broken items with Fixit Clinic Coaches are available to help repair your broken household items. Plus, don't forget to bring dead batteries and used holiday lights for our recycling stations. Free offerings • Broken item repair • Furoshiki cloth gift wrapping • Upcycled holiday decorating • Holiday lighting & battery recycling stations December 7, 2024 at the Carlsbad Georgina Cole Library location. Visit: https://events.humanitix.com/sdfixitclinic_carlsbad

Election Day is Tuesday. We take one last look at some local races and the issues involved.

Several local members of Congress on Thursday announced a new bill to combat the impacts of raw sewage from across the border. In other news, with temperatures soaring over 100 degrees in some areas, extreme heat can be hazardous for anyone, and it’s especially dangerous for people with chronic conditions. Plus, a bill on Gov. Newsom’s desk could significantly boost voter registration at the DMV, but some are worried about unintended consequences.