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Please join the San Diego Council on Literacy and the San Diego Public Library for a screening of "The Truth About Reading," a new eye-opening documentary from Emmy-Award® winning director Nick Nanton and produced by San Diego-based nonprofit, the John Corcoran Foundation! Tuesday July 16 at 4:30 p.m. at the San Diego Central Library (Downtown) Neil Morgan Library Auditorium, 330 Park Blvd., San Diego. "The Truth About Reading" looks at the illiteracy problem in America, highlighting people who learned to read as adults, and sharing proposed solutions for working towards a future where every child learns to read proficiently. Following the film screening, we’ll be joined by John Corcoran, author of "The Teacher Who Couldn’t Read," for a discussion. This is a free event. Register now

Presenting the World Premiere of “All We Need: Meditations on Queer Being” by composer Cory Hibbs. Devised as a season-long collaborative project, this stirring new piece is a multi-movement choral work drawing from the personal narratives of the composer, choir members, and members of the queer community, exploring the significance of safe spaces to the survival of any marginalized community. For more information visit: sacraprofana.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Las deportaciones de Trump podría afectar directamente a algunos sectores, como la agricultura, pero muchos otros rubros podrían sentir los efectos secundarios.

Sunday Brunch and New Orleans Jazz Trios only at Books & Records Bar! About JP Balmat Jean-Paul (JP) Balmat is the award-winning educator and performer leading the internationally recognized music program at Mission Bay. His award-winning groups have been invited to perform throughout California, New Orleans and most recently Japan. Jean-Paul is an accomplished educator, performer, composer and arranger. As a professional saxophonist, he performs regularly in San Diego. He is artistic director of the Euphoria Brass Band and his recordings and compositions have been nominated for San Diego Music Awards the past six years. In 2019 and 2020 Euphoria Brass Band won the San Diego Music Award for “Best Jazz.” Most recently he has performed with New Orleans trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis, drummer Marvin “Smitty” Smith (Tonight Show Band) and GRAMMY award winning and nominated musicians Oscar Hernandez, Francisco Torres (Poncho Sanchez, Gordon Goodwin) and Javier Cabanillas (Pacific Mambo Orchestra, Cabanijazz Project). Through his career he has had the honor of opening for Dr. John, Trombone Shorty, Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Cowboy Mouth, Rebirth Brass Band, Funky Meters, Big Sam’s Funky Nation, Soul Rebels Brass Band, Honey Island Swamp Band, Rosie Ledet, California Honeydrops, Red Baraat, Chali 2na, and Rusted Root, among others. See More Events www.booksandrecordsbar.com www.bardicmanagement.com/events

The FBI says three statements claiming to be from the agency are in fact a hoax. America's geopolitical adversaries have been active in trying to influence the election.

The Port of San Diego is excited to present “A Day at the Park”, a FREE family-friendly multicultural celebration at Cesar Chavez Park on the Barrio Logan Bayfront! The celebration will feature performances by local artists and musicians, activities for kids of all ages, and opportunities to shop and eat from your favorite local vendors. On-site parking will be available. For more information visit: portofsandiego.org

Outdoor summer concerts get elevated at Layover, the InterContinental San Diego’s rooftop bar and poolside lounge, featuring acclaimed local bands & musicians during the 2024 Summer Sunset Live Music Series. Celebrate the sounds, styles and flavors of summer at InterContinental San Diego during their Summer Soiree event on Saturday, July 27 from 1p.m. - 6 p.m. featuring the return of the hotel’s rooftop concert series, brand-new food and beverage offerings from their pool bar, Layover, and pop-ups featuring global fashion brand LoveShackFancy, San Diego based brands Local Beach and VOLO Beauty, and summer inspired flash tattoos by @twin.suns. Plus, during the Summer Soiree pop-up you can shop for a good cause with global fashion brand LoveShackFancy . Shop from the brand’s bestsellers and newest fashions while enjoying Layover’s special cocktail created for the collaborative event, the Bayside Blushin’, a refreshing pink guava slushie made with Silver tequila, triple sec, guava nectar, lime, with Tajin rim. 25% from every Bayside Blushin’ cocktail sold at Layover and 10% of all LoveShackFancy sales will be donated to local nonprofit My Girlfriend’s Closet, that collects quality, gently used clothing, shoes and accessories and distributes these items to foster, homeless and economically disadvantaged teenage girls and young women. Clothing donations will also be accepted during the event for any new or lightly-worn clothing. Every Saturday through October 5 from 3-6 p.m., Layover will welcome a talented selection of local artists who will provide the soundtrack for your summer, performing at the rooftop lounge. Patrons can enjoy the live music for free, discounted Resort Pass to take a dip in the pool, unparalleled sunset views over the San Diego Bay along with island-inspired food and signature cocktails, and samples and swag from beverage partners. Alific on Facebook / Instagram Layover on Instagram

Join Master of Ceremonies Jose Sinatra and Java Joe, with an All-Star lineup of luminaries from the legendary coffeehouse, including: Berkley Hart, Carlos Olmeda, Dead Rock West, Gregory Page, Jack Tempchin, Lindsay White, Lisa Sanders and Brown Sugar, Shawn Rolf, John Katchur, Tim Flannery, Bug Guts, and the Hatchet Brothers (Gregory Page and Frank Le Drennen) … and who knows what other talented folks might find their way onto the stage. Last year’s show SOLD OUT quickly, so this show has moved to a bigger venue, the OASIS campus in Rancho Bernardo, just off I-15. It is very possible that this show will also sell out, so it is recommended that you purchase tickets now, so you do not miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime event. For more information visit: sdfolkheritage.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Nearly 40% of food produced worldwide is wasted. You have the power to help change this statistic by making small changes to your daily life and habits. If you would like to be a part of this change, join our workshop on Saturday, July 13th from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Solana Center’s knowledgeable speakers will offer live demonstrations to share practical solutions for reducing food waste in your home, and discuss how incorporating these practices into your daily life can be a great way to help the environment and save money. In this workshop, we will cover: - Practical and successful methods to prevent food waste in your own kitchen - Where and how is food being wasted in the U.S. and around the world - The social, environmental, and economic impacts of food waste - Best options to divert food waste that can’t be avoided All pre-registered attendees will receive a sample bag of compost from Miramar Greenery. Please contact us with any questions: Phone: (760) 436-7986 ext. 700 Email: compost@solanacenter.org Made possible through generous funding by the City of San Diego. Thanks to our host, the San Diego Public Library. This program is neither sponsored nor endorsed by the San Diego Public Library. The Library is not responsible for the information presented in this program. For more information visit: solanacenter.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Kick off your weekend with a special dining experience at the exclusive Turf Club at Del Mar, ordinarily a members-only spectator area. Every Friday, the Turf Club offers the ultimate happy hour with specially crafted drinks and delicious food. Tickets include one Turf Club admission and seat, two drink tickets (premium cocktails, wine or beer), two appetizers, and chips and guacamole for the table. Tickets are $125 per person and tables seat up to 4. Turf Club membership is not required, but please review the website for dress code details. For more information visit: dmtc.com/turf-club Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram