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The Urban Greening Community workshop is an event discussing existing green spaces and planning for the addition of other green spaces, tree spaces, community led maintenance in Southeastern San Diego, specifically for the neighborhoods of Chollas View, Emerald Hills, and Lincoln Park. This free family-friendly workshop will host interactive activities facilitated by the Urban Greening Taskforce that will target community member feedback for the development of the following three subtasks of the UG: - Community led maintenance for green spaces, tree spaces - Identification of green and tree spaces in project area - Conceptual designs for green spaces and tree spaces in project area Join us to learn more about the Community Planning Collaborative for a Green Southeastern San Diego, a planning project funded by the Transformative Climate Communities led by UCP and various community based organizations and community members. The Urban Collaborative Project on Facebook

Journey through the history and geography of Mexico through music & dancing from two of San Diego’s finest mariachi & dance troupes! This Concert is to benefit: Friends of Friendship Park. Visit: https://www.bodhitreeconcerts.org/mariachi-folklorico Bodhi Tree Concerts on Facebook / Instagram Friends of Friendship Park on Facebook / Instagram

Enjoy delicious international baked goods at the Friendly Feast International Bake Sale. Guests can pre-order a box of six items created by local pastry chefs, including opera torte, vanilla bean basque cheesecake, mango sticky rice choux au craquelin, and more! Boxes are available for pre-order starting on Thursday, May 8. Pick up date is Sunday, May 18 at Born and Raised in Little Italy. Featured chefs: Ashley Papa, Born and Raised Adrian Mendoza, Knead Bakery Kelly Kim, Mon Chourie Kari Cota, The Desmond Mackenzie Rubish, Umu Bakehouse Sara Polczynski, San Diego College of Continuing Education Indulge for a good cause! Proceeds from this community fundraising event support Friendly Feast and Kitchens for Good. Bake sale boxes must be purchased in advance via the Friendly Feast website for pick up at the event venue on Sunday, May 18. Quantities are limited. This event will sell out early. Friendly Feast on Instagram

Join us for an enlightening evening during International Dark Sky Week as we explore the often-overlooked impacts of noise and light pollution on both people and wildlife. In partnership with Dark Sky Network San Diego Chapter and the Fleet Science Center, this event will highlight the urgent need for light justice—ensuring that everyone, especially marginalized communities, has access to dark skies and a healthier environment. Event Highlights – Understanding Light Pollution & Bird Migration – A presentation by Cathy Handzel (Dark Sky Network) on how artificial light disrupts migratory birds and ecosystems. – Environmental Equity & Light Justice – A discussion with Mwenda KudumuBiggs on the social and environmental impact of excessive artificial lighting. – Mindful Birding Sessions – Learn how birdwatching fosters mindfulness and a deeper connection with nature. – Native Planting Workshop – Discover how native plants create bird-friendly habitats and help restore biodiversity. – Night Sky Star Party – Enjoy a stargazing experience and connect with the beauty of the universe. At WorldBeat Cultural Center, we believe in holistic solutions to environmental challenges. Our Healing Peace Garden serves as a model for transforming noisy urban spaces into places of peace, while this event will inspire action against light pollution and promote greater awareness of its effects. RSVP now and join us in creating a brighter future by keeping our skies dark. WorldBeat Cultural Center on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for a fun and informative event where you can meet and learn about the fascinating insects commonly found in gardens! From the squirmy worms that help our soil to the quirky potato bugs that can be both a gardener's friend and foe, we’ll dive into the world of garden critters. Come ready to explore, ask questions, and maybe even discover a new appreciation for the little guys that play such a big role in our gardens. It's going to be a bug-tastic time! This is an in-person workshop for youth in Grades 3 - 8. Registration is encouraged. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/microscopes-garden-bugs-455931

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Water for People San Diego Committee along with Avista and KSDS Jazz 88.3 are proud to present Jazz on Tap 2025, a charity Jazz concert to support Water For People, a global nonprofit promoting the development of high-quality drinking water and sanitation services. The jazz festival will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at the Quartyard. Doors open at 1:15 p.m., with live music starting at 2 p.m. grooving away until 8 p.m. There will be food, drinks and live high-energy jazz music, highlighting local artists in a fun outdoor setting. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the door for $45 each. MUSIC LINEUP with Start Times (See JazzOnTap.org for additional information) The Steely Damned 2 (2:05 p.m.) Euphoria Brass Band (3:35 p.m.) Monette Marino World Jazz Ensemble (5:35 p.m.) Gilbert Castellanos (6:50 p.m.) Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the venue. Public transportation and ridesharing are encouraged. Parking may be able to be found on 11th St north of E St (see Map below). The venue is easily accessible via the Blue and Green trolley lines. The closest trolley stop is one block away at Park and Market Station. Visit: https://jazzontap.org/ San Diego Water for People on Instagram and Facebook

The State Department is slashing hundreds of jobs in what's being called its biggest shake-up in decades — drawing sharp criticism from former diplomats who say the cuts risk gutting America's diplomatic muscle.

At the end of the brewer’s day, we will use their fresh, spent grain and work it into a beautiful artisan bread. Guests will make the Grainbakers Spent Grain Artisan Bread Dough. Once created, you can customize your bread by adding various flavors from our spice selection.* This class will have many selections, including: - UBE Purple Sweet Potato - Cinnamon Raisin - Rosemary & Sea Salt - Dark Chocolate & Cherry - Tomato Basil - Cheddar, Jalapeño & Bacon - Honey, I love you, Whole Wheat - BYO Inclusions - We don't mind at all! (Frozen fruit, Frozen fancy cheese etc.) Class includes: Lecture and hands-on instruction to make artisan spent grain baked bread Recipe and instruction guide. Super fun mixing session to make your dough One bread in it's first rise, ready to bake at home Extra spent grain for your freezer and recipes to make more bread VIP / FAQ: You will bake your bread at home. Participants must be 18 to participate and must have a ticket. Please wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. You are WELCOME to invite a friend to wait for you while you’re in class. You can have dinner together before class, and then they can doomscroll some social media over a pint while in class. This class is: - This class is fun for groups - This class is fun for a solo outing - This class is fun for couples - This class is fun for a girls’ night out - This class is fun for a small office holiday activity - This class is fun for Adults + their Parents! - This class is fun for a Birthday activity. *From time to time, one of our spice selections might have run out. Please be prepared with a second and third choice so you are not completely totally disappointed. Our spice bar always has new, unadvertised, exciting surprise flavors as well! Grainbakers on Facebook / Instagram

At the end of the brewer’s day, we will use their fresh, spent grain and work it into a beautiful artisan bread. Guests will make the Grainbakers Spent Grain Artisan Bread Dough. Once created, you can customize your bread by adding various flavors from our spice selection.* This class will have many selections, including: - UBE Purple Sweet Potato - Cinnamon Raisin - Rosemary & Sea Salt - Dark Chocolate & Cherry - Tomato Basil - Cheddar, Jalapeño & Bacon - Honey, I love you, Whole Wheat - BYO Inclusions - We don't mind at all! (Frozen fruit, Frozen fancy cheese etc.) Class includes: Lecture and hands-on instruction to make artisan spent grain baked bread Recipe and instruction guide. Super fun mixing session to make your dough One bread in it's first rise, ready to bake at home Extra spent grain for your freezer and recipes to make more bread VIP / FAQ: You will bake your bread at home. Participants must be 18 to participate and must have a ticket. Please wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. You are WELCOME to invite a friend to wait for you while you’re in class. You can have dinner together before class, and then they can doomscroll some social media over a pint while in class. This class is: - This class is fun for groups - This class is fun for a solo outing - This class is fun for couples - This class is fun for a girls’ night out - This class is fun for a small office holiday activity - This class is fun for Adults + their Parents! - This class is fun for a Birthday activity. *From time to time, one of our spice selections might have run out. Please be prepared with a second and third choice so you are not completely totally disappointed. Our spice bar always has new, unadvertised, exciting surprise flavors as well! Grainbakers on Facebook / Instagram