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Are you a small business owner or non-profit leader? You might be trying to figure out how to connect and serve very different, or niche markets. Our dynamic speaker, Jenny Case will talk about how she cultivates niche loyalty here in San Diego. As the Executive Director of Diversionary Theatre, the nation's third-oldest LGBTQIA+ theatre company, she is leading the way on entertaining and inspiring several niche audiences. How does she do it? Jenny will share practical insights on how she fosters meaningful connections within the community. You'll get tips and tools on how you can foster connections in your niche market and start cultivating customer loyalty. Join us for networking, and enjoy this fun, motivational and inspirational talk! ($30 Guest / $80 Exhibitor, Breakfast included.) For more information visit: score.org/sandiego

Sew Loka Presents "Legends Never Die" an art show dedicated to our ancestors. Saturday July 20th at Mixed Grounds @mixedgrounds in Logan Heights. Textile artist, Claudia Rodriguez-Biezunski @sewloka will be creating 10 x original textile art pieces, that each tell a story about a deceased relative from her past. Also, a group of twenty local artists will be joining Claudia and creating original paintings in dedication to the ancestors they love @wdcsandiegotijuana2024 #worlddesigncapital2024 The live music, live poetry & live sewing will begin at 4 p.m. but the art show is happening all day (12 p.m. - 8 p.m.) inside the beautiful Mixed Grounds gallery space. Enjoy your favorite iced coffee while listening to live music and soaking in all of the incredible textile art pieces and paintings located throughout Mixed Grounds Hand stitch with your friends inside the Sew Loka embroidery lounge while listening to purposeful poetry performed live by Poets Underground. Cut and sew together recycled denim squares and contribute to a #artforplanetaryhealth community quilt @fleetscienescenter while watching a very special live sewing performance by Sew Loka #sewloka & friends We encourage everyone to please come early and celebrate with us. It is going to be a beautiful San Diego afternoon filled with art, sewing, music, poetry, family, coffee, and fun! Thank you to The William Male Foundation for supporting our "Legends Never Die" art show, We Appreciate You! Featured Artists: - Maritza Garcia @maritzaisawesomedesigns - Emily McMullan @practices_in_art - Juan Pacheko @_jpacheko - Selena Idioma @selenaidiomaart - Julia Martinez @juliamartinezart - Claudia Rodríguez-Biezunski @sewloka - Michael Woodward @michaelwoodwardart - Dentlock Angeles @dentloktattooarts - Wendy Gracia @wendyg.art - Shirish Villaseñor @shirishtheartist - Ainara Callahorra @muxu.creations - Earl Dove @earldove - Barbara González @gonzalez_art - Concetta Laren Armijo @doveandtoad - Isabel García @artbyisbl - Manny Biezunski @moviemannysd - Isabel Mad Mindzz @_mad_mindzz_ - a few surprises Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

It comes weeks after Netflix's attempt to broadcast live boxing between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson was rife with technical glitches.

London born Gregory Page is an eclectic, prolific, genre-bending, award-winning international performing songwriter, balladeer, recording artist, film maker, art activist, music producer and published poet. This artist has an extensive worldwide tour history having performed in a wide range of iconic venues such as London’s 02 Arena, headlining the Main Hall Paradiso Amsterdam and international music festivals including the Woodford Music Festival in Australia and the Woody Guthrie Festival in the US.His music has appeared in film and television soundtracks from Showtime to Dutch National television. With endearing stage presence, evocative lyrics, stunning fingerstyle guitar work and unforgettable voice, Gregory Page seamlessly draws from imagination and experience transcending traditions of folk, Celtic, American Roots, Jazz, ragtime, blues, swing and French Romanticism into his own signature musical idiom. Come experience the warmth, wit, wonder and epiphany of Page on the Stage in the comfortable Vision Concert Hall. For more information visit: visioncsl.org

Closing Reception and Curator Walk and Talk with C Fodoreanu, MD MFA C Fodoreanu will talk about the current exhibition "room in a room in a room" and the works contained in it. Hear the stories behind each art work and details about the artists invited for our inaugural exhibition. Also, learn first hand about the future programming of our gallery, including upcoming shows and events. Questions are welcome! Fine wine, fruit and cheese will be served! Thursday, July 11, 2024, 6-8 p.m., Walk and Talk at 6:30 p.m. Stay Connected on Instagram

Paul Ninson had an old-school, newfangled dream: a modern library devoted to photobooks showing life on the continent. He maxed out his credit cards, injured his back — and made it happen.

Jamul Casino will kick off Independence Day weekend with Summer’s Biggest BBQ at JIVe Lounge on Saturday, July 6. The lively community event filled promises an unforgettable day of fun, with mouth-watering food, live entertainment and chances for big wins. From Noon – 4 p.m., guests can listen to live music from local artists as they enjoy a delicious spread of smoked BBQ pork riblets, chili mac ‘n cheese, fresh watermelon and glazed donuts – all free of charge. Live entertainment adds to the festive atmosphere. And the day doesn’t end with the food, as guests can play their favorite slots or table games for a chance to win up to $1,000 in free play every 10 minutes from 2-6 p.m., with a total of $25,000 in hot seats available. The excitement and rewards are endless. Coinciding with the BBQ bash, military and first responders Can take advantage of Stars & Stripes Saturday from 6 a.m. - midnight. The weekly deal offers those who’ve served $10 in free play, a complimentary meal from the special Stars & Stripes menu after earning 30 points and a 15% discount on dining and retail purchases on top of existing Sweetwater Rewards discounts. Please note, poker play is excluded from this offer. For more information, visit JamulCasinoSD.com/casino/promotions Jamul Casino SD on Instagram

The American Library Association (ALA) is hosting its 2024 Annual Conference & Exhibition through July 2 at the San Diego Convention Center, 111 Harbor Dr, San Diego. This is the largest library event in the world and for the next five days thousands of librarians and library workers (included 330 from the San Diego Public Library) will connect with authors, publishers, educators and vendors to take part in education, discussions and sharing resources on the most urgent topics facing libraries today including book banning, artificial intelligence, and intellectual freedom. Over 500 speakers and authors will be featured including Trevor Noah, Taraji P. Henson and Anika Noni Rose. This year’s conference will also include many exciting and revamped events for ALA – including the Banned Books Big Chair, Intellectual Freedom Rally, an expanded Sails Pavilion, JobLIST Placement Center for emerging talent looking to grow professionally, and a United For Libraries Main Stage with Connie Chung. ALA will also debut two new features within the Library Marketplace year: STEAM Pavilion - where the wonders of the world come to life through science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics ALA @ The Beach – a one-of-a-kind experience paying homage to San Diego The speaking roster also includes many other acclaimed, bestselling authors and newsmakers, including Ali Velshi from MSNBC, global gymnast phenomenon Maggie Nichols, and best-selling poet Kwame Alexander. The ALA President’s Program will feature panelists such as Christina Gavin, Gerald B. Moore, Kathleen Nubel, and Angela Watkins. They will join ALA President Emily Drabinski in conversation to discuss The Heart of Our Story: A Celebration of Library Workers. Advance registration for the Annual Conference & Exhibition is currently open at 2024.alaannual.org. Standard registration rates will apply from June 22 through July 2. There are options for full five-day registration, Single Day, or exhibits-only, and group discounts are available for libraries that want to send several staff members. The ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition will explore issues impacting libraries and their communities, with a packed five-day agenda that includes more than 175 educational programs created and curated by library professionals. 500+ speakers and authors will be present, in addition to nearly 550+ exhibitors. The programs cover a diverse range of urgent topics facing libraries, such as artificial intelligence, health and wellness, intellectual freedom, strategic partnerships and justice-involved services. For more information, visit 2024.alaannual.org or ala.org. Schedule-at-a-Glance American Library Association on Facebook / Instagram

A reflection on the comedy stylings of Pope Francis, who is telling priests to lighten up and not be so dour.

We break down what these drugs are, and how doctors are adapting their practices, while navigating weight stigma.