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The San Diego World Affairs Council and National University present the Distinguished Speaker Series Le Ly Hayslip in conversation with Professor Gregory Daddis Presenting:"Beyond the American Lens: The Legacy of War, Transgenerational Trauma, Reconciliation, and Healing" San Diego World Affairs Council is pleased to partner with National University to engage the public on this timely topic, as it coincides with the 50th anniversary of the U.S. withdrawal from Vietnam. This program will be structured as a guided conversation between Daddis and Hayslip, including ample time for participant questions and answers. About Le Ly Hayslip | Le Ly is an internationally known Vietnamese-American author, philanthropist, peace activist, and speaker. She grew up in Ky La (now known as Xa Hoa Quy), Vietnam during the American-Vietnam War. She wrote two best-selling memoirs—When Heaven and Earth Changed Places and Child of War, Woman of Peace, based on her painful and ultimately triumphant journey from a traumatizing childhood in war-ravaged Vietnam to her new life in America. Having grown up in Central Vietnam as a woman, Le Ly shares a perspective that is unique when it comes to the Vietnam War. She received raving reviews for both books, including from The New York Times and The Washington Post. When Heaven and Earth Changed Places was included in the 1990 edition of Reader’s Digest’s Today’s Best Nonfiction. Her memoirs, having been published in 17 different languages throughout the world, are now used in several universities as course material to study women in history, the American/Vietnam War, and other topics. In 1993, the books were adapted into the film “Heaven & Earth,” directed by the award-winning director Oliver Stone and starring Hiep Thi Le and Tommy Lee Jones. Le Ly’s life as a humanitarian began after she arrived in the US in 1970 and became a US citizen, but returned to her native Vietnam in 1986. Her shock from the devastation, poverty, and illness left by the war became the impetus for her two philanthropic organizations, East Meets West Foundation and Global Village Foundation. Both organizations dedicate their efforts to humanitarian relief, education, and development to help rebuild Vietnam through providing basic needs (shelter, clean water, medical facilities, education), establishing revolving loan programs, and finding homes for several hundreds of orphaned children. Hayslip continues to lead groups and delegations in cultural and anthropological studies in her home village. About Professor Gregory Daddis | Gregory is the Director of the Center for War and Society and the USS Midway Chair in Modern U.S. Military History. Originally from the Garden State of New Jersey, he holds a bachelor of science degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point, a master’s degree from Villanova University, and a Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After graduating from West Point, he served for 26 years in the U.S. Army, retiring as a colonel. He is a veteran of both Operations Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom and his military awards include the Bronze Star, the Legion of Merit, and the Meritorious Service Medals. His final assignment in the army was as the Chief of the American History Division in the Department of History at the United States Military Academy. Daddis specializes in Cold War history with an emphasis on the American war in Vietnam. He has authored five books, including his most recent with Cambridge University Press, Pulp Vietnam: War and Gender in Cold War Men's Adventure Magazines (2020). Daddis also has published a trilogy on the American war in Vietnam with Oxford University Press: Withdrawal: Reassessing America’s Final Years in Vietnam (2017), Westmoreland’s War: Reassessing American Strategy in Vietnam (2014) and No Sure Victory: Measuring U.S. Army Effectiveness and Progress in the Vietnam War (2011). Additionally, he has published scholarly articles in some of his field’s leading journals, to include The Journal of Cold War Studies, The Journal of Military History, and The Journal of Strategic Studies.

The North San Diego County NAACP Branch 1086 will host its Annual Blue and Gold Awards Gala on Saturday, 7 October 2023 at The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa . This year commemorates 58 years of advocacy in the North San Diego County; you are invited to join us as we honor the selfless efforts of those who’ve contributed to the betterment of San Diego County. Sponsorship opportunities are available, both at the event and via online promotions. For sponsorship options, please contact Stephen Davis at nsdcnaacp@gmail.org

The San Diego World Affairs Council and Royal India Delmar present the Lunch & Learn Series featuring Dr. Chayanika Deka WHAT | Presenting: "The Rise of Terrorism in Africa" WHEN | Wednesday, September 20, 2023 - 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. WHERE | Royal India Restaurant In an increasingly multi-polar world, the continent of Africa has assumed a greater significance by becoming home to the world’s 25 fastest-growing economies and the largest reservoir of crude natural resources such as oil, gas, cobalt, diamond, uranium, and plutonium. Africa matters in a global platform not just because of its untapped economic resources, but also politically, as the continent finally spread its wings and presented itself as the biggest and consolidated voting bloc at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) with fifty-four member countries. As a result, it is not surprising that all of the world's major powers including the US, UK, China, Russia, India, and even emerging Middle Eastern nations like Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates are engaging in every opportunity to invest in Africa. However, this pleasant picture of such a strategic portfolio of Africa came into question recently as much of the continent became the harbor of ferocious global jihadi activities. Jihadi violence has increased extraordinarily in North Africa, the Horn of Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa, and Central African regions. Terrorist groups such as al-Qaeda in Islamic Maghreb(AQIM), Boko Haram, Al-Shabaab, and Islamic State consisting mainly of jihadist or ethnic or religious militias, operating across Africa and creating havoc in the continent. Africa's everlasting security and prosperity rely on its ability to deal with challenges of terrorism. Stay Connected with Royal India Restaurant on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

This seasonal event includes fun for both kids and adults alike! Feel free to bring a blanket and lunch, while relaxing under the autumn blue sky overlooking Volcan mountain in the distance. U-pick veggies, pumpkin patch, reptile zoo, hayride, cider pressing, hoedown and jug band show, petting zoo, candle dipping, and painting craft included with a festival package. Archery, paintball gallery, and tomahawk throwing included with adventure package. Every Weekend beginning September 23 - October 29, 2023 *dates and times subject to change Saturdays 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sundays 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X/Twitter

True victory is victory over oneself Entrenched in an elite sumo training facility in Tokyo, six men practice, eat, love, play and ultimately fight. Akio arrives as an angry, ambitious 18 year old with a lot to learn. Expecting validation, dominance and fame, and desperate to move up the ranks, he slams headlong into his fellow wrestlers, especially Mitsuo, the highest ranked fighter. With sponsorship money at stake, their bodies on the line, and their futures at risk, the wrestlers struggle to carve themselves – and one another – into the men they dream of being. Lisa Sanaye Dring has painted a vivid world with poetic precision, mixing ancient, divine ritual with the guttural ferocity of competition. "SUMO" was a hit as part of our DNA New Work Series in 2021. Directed by Ralph B. Peña (artistic director of Ma-Yi Theater) and featuring live taiko drumming, we are thrilled to bring this tenderly drawn and unique work to life for San Diego audiences. “Welcome to the dohyō. Where the national heroes of Japan are made. These men are not gods, they are sumo. But sumo wrestlers were once gods.” Stay Connected with La Jolla Playhouse! Facebook | Instagram | X/Twitter

The Jinx ended with Robert Durst, a wealthy man suspected of multiple murders, making self-incriminating statements on a hot mic. Part Two picks up where the original left off: arrest and conviction.

4 Thursdays each month from 4 – 5:30 p.m. Ages 6-12 welcome! This month-long series is full of hands-on, engaging crafts using STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics). These hands-on activities will allow your child to express themselves in a creative way while practicing and building fine motor skills, eye-hand coordination and much more. This series is a wonderful introduction to a creative and nurturing learning environment. Projects encourage problem-solving in creative and innovative ways, and include wood, textiles, clay, paper, and glass arts. Students will make fun, beautiful pieces to take home over the course of the series. Students explore a variety of mediums to teach hand skills to children using safe, natural materials. Each project teaches craftsmanship, dexterity and material exploration. Projects range from woodworking, sewing, ceramics, paper crafts, textiles to fusing glass. Young students will make beautiful pieces to take home over the course of the series. All materials included. Projects are changed regularly, so students can return month after month to continue exploring and developing their skills! • Scholarships available • Homeschooler vendors welcome • Military and sibling discounts • Drop-in's welcome Stay Connected with San Diego Craft Collective! Facebook | Instagram | X/Twitter

4 Tuesdays each month from 5 – 7:30 p.m. No experience necessary. Ages 12+ welcome! This four-class series taught by ceramicist Isra Basurto serves as an introduction to wheel-thrown ceramics where teens will learn the important steps of throwing, trimming, and glazing. Each week a different step is taught. Within this 4-week course, students learn how to create functional pottery pieces while exploring their creativity! Projects will be ready to pick up 1-2 weeks after the last class. All skill levels, beginner to advanced, are welcome. • Scholarships available • Homeschooler vendors welcome • Military and sibling discounts Stay Connected with San Diego Craft Collective! Facebook | Instagram | X/Twitter

San Diego Gives & Lakeside's River Park Conservancy - Day of Service Volunteer with us Friday, September 8, 2023, from 8 a.m. till 11 a.m. Come one, come all for a river bed cleanup event at Lakeside's River Park Conservancy! Show your commitment to positive change in San Diego County by volunteering with us September 8 for San Diego Gives Day of Service, a one-day, countywide collective volunteer effort to help support the transformational work of San Diego County nonprofits. We can accomplish great things with the support of volunteers like you. To register for this event, please visit here. For more information, email us or call 619-443-4770. This is an opportunity to enjoy a morning with family and friends helping to take care of our river bed. Careful removal of trash from the San Diego River Bed improves the health of the river ecosystem and all the creatures that depend upon it. Volunteers will bag trash and place items in provided containers T-Shirts will be handed out to all who pre-register and bottled water will be on hand if you forget to bring your own, compliments of United Way. * Families, corporate groups and service groups are welcome * Minors must be accompanied by an adult * Closed-toed shoes and long pants required * Sun protection is highly recommended: hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, etc * Bring a reusable water bottle * Tools and supplies will be provided... BUT... * ... If you have a favorite pair of work gloves, snake gaiters, or 'grabbing' tool to pick up trash, then please feel free to bring them! * Restroom facilities available * Plan for walking on uneven terrain, stooping, and bending We hope to see you here! Connect with Lakeside's River Park Conservancy on Facebook!

Quartet Nouveau returns to the garden at Art Produce joined by baritone Jonathan Nussman for a free community concert. This one hour performance features the "Juliet Letters" by Elvis Costello and The Brodsky Quartet. This piece was inspired by a Veronese academic who had taken on the task of replying to letters addressed to "Juliet Capulet." The idea of what was in these letters provided the inspiration for this work and Costello said about the music, "It's not a rock opera. It's a new thing." Quartet Nouveau is a San Diego based string quartet and is happy to collaborate with Jonathan whose varied interests include opera, theater, improvisation and chamber music. This concert is made possible by a grant from the Qualcomm Foundation. Related events: Connect with Quartet Nouveau on Facebook!