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Monday, August 12, 2024 12 p.m. Patrick Hadley plays, creates, and manufactures an African thumb piano called a “mbira” or “kalimba.” The Array mbira is a highly modernized version of an ancient African instrument. In Zimbabwe they are known as mbiras, however, these types of plucked metal tine instruments are known by many names, such as likembe, sanza, kalimba, and, simply, thumb pianos. Patrick and his business partner, the inventor of the array mbira, Bill Wesley, have been building these instruments for over 30 years. They are fully chromatic and play in every key, up to six octaves. Many professional musicians are using these instruments and they can be heard in several major motion picture soundtracks as well as songs by Taylor Swift and many others including Sting, Imogen Heap, RyCooder, Pharaoh Sanders, and others. Patrick's music has been heard on NPR, and one of his videos reached a staggering 22 million views! Free concerts at noon every Monday year-round . . . no wonder the Mini-Concerts are the longest-running and one of the most popular classical music series at the library! This series was founded by Glenna Hazleton in 1970 at the Athenaeum, and has been going strong ever since. The concerts feature both local and touring musicians, prize-winning students, university music faculty members, local chamber ensembles. . . and the repertoire also includes jazz, folk, and world music. There are no reservations, no tickets . . . just line up at the side door of the Athenaeum before noon. (Donations are always welcome!) Mini-Concerts take place every Monday at noon and last about an hour. The concerts will be in person at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library. There are no physical tickets for these events. Doors open at 11:50 a.m. Seating is first-come; first-served. These events will be presented in compliance with State of California and County of San Diego health regulations as applicable at the time of each concert. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/mini-concert-2024-0812 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Get ready for a day filled with adventure, learning, and excitement at this year’s Family Safety Day “Hangin’ with Heroes”! We are thrilled to announce that this fantastic event will be hosted at the Mission Valley Shopping Center, right outside the all-new Novo Brazil Brewpub, an internationally acclaimed and award-winning California brewery. At Family Safety Day, we’re rolling out the red carpet for the real-life heroes who work tirelessly to keep us safe every single day. But that’s not all – brace yourselves for an incredible surprise appearance by your favorite big-screen superheroes! This is a day you won’t want to miss. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to equip local San Diego families with vital safety information while ensuring everyone has a blast. Whether you’re learning CPR techniques or discovering how to stay safe in the digital world, our goal is to make this event a one-stop hub for essential safety insights and resources. Early Bird Family Tickets start at just $10! Buy tickets here: https://bit.ly/4feXy3B Event Highlights: Meet and celebrate the heroes who keep us safe every day at Hero Headquarters and check out their Emergency Service Vehicles: Families will explore fire trucks, police cars, and ambulances, meeting the real-life heroes who operate them. Explore over 6+ emergency service vehicles and interact with the brave men and women who use them every day. Hear their stories, gain valuable safety tips, and discover what it takes to be a community protector. This hands-on experience is perfect for aspiring heroes of all ages. Remember, not all heroes wear capes! Fun for the Whole Family: Pet Safety Park: Visit this area where our partners will share essential safety tips for your household pets as well as advice on handling wildlife encounters, from the mountains to the ocean! Big-Screen Superheroes: Enjoy surprise appearances by your favorite superheroes. Superheroes in Training Scavenger Hunt: Kids can join an adventure-filled scavenger hunt, learning valuable safety lessons while having fun. Kids Superhero Costume Contest: Young heroes, come dressed as your favorite superhero for a chance to win exciting prizes and meet real superheroes! - Safety Insights: Gain essential safety information, from CPR techniques to digital safety. - Water safety tips, CPR demos, childproofing, disaster preparedness, and more. - Up Close with Reptiles: Explore Ecovivarium’s Mobile Reptile Zoo and learn rattlesnake safety tips. - Fire Safety: Be prepared for any situation with fire safety education. - Digital Safety: Learn about cyberbullying, child abductions, online trafficking and navigating the online world. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day of safety, learning, and superhero fun! Mark your calendars, gather your family and friends, and join us for Family Safety Day on September 21st! Visit: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/sandiegomoms/1307779

Gelson’s Market continues a seasonal, spicy tradition and is set to host their annual Hatch Chile live roasting event at the La Costa store on Saturday, September 7 starting at 7am! Hatch Chile lovers are invited to experience the unique flavor of the prized peppers known for their hot yet sweet taste that adds a bold, smoky flair to any dish. This year, Gelson’s Kitchen will offer an array of ready-to-eat Hatch Chile infused dishes that cater to all heat preferences – from mild to hot to extra hot. Selections are available in-store and include Hatch Chile Super Lump Crab Cakes, Hatch Egg Salad, Hatch Chile/Grilled Corn/Heirloom Tomato Salad, Hatch Mac & Cheese, Hatch Chicken Sausage Onions and Peppers, Hatch Chicken and Cheese Quesadilla, and Hatch Chile Turkey Meatballs. Customers can place orders for the Hatch Chiles online starting July 22. Chile orders must be placed before 4pm on the Wednesday prior to the weekend of pick up. Gelson’s Hatch Chiles will be ready for delivery and pick up at the Carlsbad store on Saturday 9/7 and Sunday 9/8. Don’t miss out on the chance to spice up summer with Gelson’s Market! For more details about Gelson’s Hatch Chile Roasting events, please visit: gelsons.com Stay Connected on Instagram

The new film Emilia Pérez follows a Mexican cartel leader (Karla Sofía Gascón) who was assigned male at birth but transitions to become her true self as a woman.

At age 12, Yura Lee became the youngest artist ever to receive the Debut Artist of the Year prize at the Performance Today awards given by National Public Radio. Since then, her record-breaking and award-winning achievements have only continued. She’s a multifaceted musician as both a violinist and violist, and one of the very few who is equally virtuosic on both instruments. As a soloist and a chamber musician, her performances cover various musical mediums, captivating audiences with music from baroque to modern and enjoying a career that spans three decades and takes her all over the world. ARTIST LOUNGES The spark of creativity is unique for every individual. Drawing on the theme “Inside Stories,” the Artist Lounge is an intimate, in-depth conversation hosted by Artistic Director Leah Rosenthal. Come discover more about these great artists in a warm, intimate setting. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/artist-lounge-4-yura-lee/ La Jolla Music Society on Instagram and Facebook

Miracle Babies, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting perinatal mothers and their families during their time of need by providing transportation, mental health assistance, and supportive services, is excited to announce their upcoming “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” event. The event will take place on August 14th from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the La Valencia Hotel. “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” will include a delicious brunch, a cocktail hour, an engaging program, and a chance to win fantastic raffle prizes. Guests are encouraged to don attire inspired by Holly Golightly. The event will celebrate the Miracle Circle, which was established in 2014 to unite philanthropic and creative visionaries as goodwill ambassadors dedicated to supporting Miracle Babies through fundraising, community outreach, and advocacy efforts. The keynote speaker for this event will be Cory Richards, an internationally renowned photographer, filmmaker, director, author, and mental health advocate. Cory, who survived an avalanche in 2011, has courageously shared his journey with PTSD and other mental health challenges to inspire and help others. Pricing starts at $250 for individual tickets, and sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, to purchase tickets, or to become a member of the Miracle Circle, please visit www.miraclebabies.org. About Miracle Babies: Miracle Babies is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is dedicated to helping perinatal mothers and their families during their time of need by providing transportation, mental health assistance and supportive services. Our tagline is “Together for a better beginning,” reflecting the importance of this family connection in the critical early weeks and months of an infant’s life and its linkage to improved health outcomes. Transportation issues, including the increasing cost of gas, hospital parking fees, or medically unable to drive are significant barriers that many families in San Diego County, Los Angeles, and Orange County must overcome to be with their babies. Miracle Babies newest initiative, My Brain & My Baby, aims to support mothers suffering from perinatal anxiety or depression with early detection and acute medical care. By providing free transportation and mental health assistance to families, Miracle Babies helps alleviate the stressors of everyday life resulting in better health outcomes for the growth and development of baby. For more information visit: miraclebabies.org or email info@miraclebabies.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Green eggs and ham? Even toddlers know when an event appears to be impossible, not just improbable.

Neopets, the original virtual pet site that galvanized a generation of online gamers, is celebrating 25 years of epic fandom at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con! Following two fan-fuelled years at the iconic convention, the brand will be back with even more merchandise and activations to connect with passionate event-goers. Neopets will be setting up shop from Wednesday, July 24 to Sunday, July 28 at booth #3839 where fans can meet The Neopets Team (TNT) and access exclusive PhatMojo plush, Neohoods with exclusive codes, Con bag, contests, rare photo opportunities, new plot sneak peeks, and MORE! The brand’s appearance at SDCC will bring color to Neopets’ 25th Anniversary celebrations, and round-off an exciting year of new updates, which kicked off with a leadership change this time last year. Visit: https://sdccblog.com/2024/07/neopets-returns-to-san-diego-comic-con-2024-with-exclusives-panels-more/ “We can’t wait to celebrate with our dedicated players and fans,” said Dominic Law, CEO, Neopets. “We are so indebted to our wonderful community who have supported Neopets through the years and to showcase all our latest projects, we’ve taken out our biggest booth to date!” Full Booth #3839 Activities Include: ● EXCLUSIVE Phat Mojo SDCC plush: Collect the limited edition Aisha and Shoyru plushes from Phat Mojo, along with an exclusive in-game code! This very limited run of 500 Aisha plush can only be found at the Neopets booth, while the 500 Shoyru plush can be found at the UCC Distributing booth. Purchases at either of these booths will give you access to exclusive codes, which will NEVER be available again – a true SDCC exclusive! ● Marvelous Merch: Be sure to check out all of the other exciting merch we’ll have in store at booth #3839, including What’s Your Passion pins, lanyards, NeoHoods and some epic surprises! Every Neohood and WYP Pin Set will come with an exclusive in-game code, redeemable in the Grundo Warehouse on Neopets.com! ● Social Media Giveaways: Attendees are encouraged to share photos from the event on social media and tag our official account handle (see below) with the hashtag #NeopetsSDCC2024 to be entered for a chance to win a Neopets prize pack! Winners will be selected each day of the convention. ● Meet Big Aisha: Our mascot, Big Aisha will be present every day throughout the show for photo opportunities. Stay tuned to our socials for more information on exactly when and where you can meet our big pink pal. ● Wheel of Excitement: Try your luck at Faerieland’s most famous attraction! Will you win it big? There’s only one way to find out! In addition to all the booth activity, Dominic Law and Jason Masherah, President at Upper Deck will be hosting an on-site panel titled “Neopia Reimagined!” Upper Deck and Neopets will chat on bringing virtual characters to life on Thursday, July 25 from Noon - 1 p.m. at Room 28DE! For more information on Neopets, head to Neopets.com and join the community! Make sure to follow the Neopets social channels to keep track of all upcoming Neopets events, including highlights from San Diego Comic-Con: ● Facebook: @Neopets ● Instagram: @NeopetsOfficialAccount ● Twitter: @Neopets ● TikTok: @OfficialNeopets Comic-Con International on Facebook / Instagram / X / YouTube

Abortion is on the ballot in 10 states. The vote results will have consequences beyond women's reproductive rights.

WHAT: TrueCare™’s annual “Flourish & Nourish” Health Fair and Breast Milk Drive invites the community to promote infant health and support mothers and babies in need. In partnership with University of California Health Milk Bank, TrueCare will collect nutritious human donor milk for babies in need. This family-friendly event also offers an array of free goodies, fun activities for children, and exciting giveaways and prizes for the whole family. Event highlights include food distribution, activities for kids, breast milk drive, dental screenings/fluoride varnish, health screenings, blood drive benefiting the San Diego Blood Bank and more. To sign up to donate breast milk, please visit https://health.universityofcalifornia.edu/patient-care/milk-bank. This year we are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of TrueCare WIC, a vital program that has provided crucial nutritional support to families. WHY: Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) is a leading cause of infant mortality, affecting thousands of newborns each year. Proper nourishment is critical for these vulnerable infants, and when a mother's breast milk is unavailable or insufficient, pasteurized donor human milk is the best alternative to prevent NEC and boost survival rates. Despite high breastfeeding rates in California, there is a large donor milk distribution problem, leading to shortages for sick or premature infants. WHO: TrueCare is a community-based health center serving North County San Diego and South Riverside with comprehensive, quality health care services. TrueCare champions health care for all, making their services available to everyone regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. They offer a sliding scale of low to no-cost care for self-paying patients who qualify, along with flexible payment options. TrueCare also accepts a wide variety of health insurance plans, including Medi-Cal, Medicare, and some commercial health plans. . For more information, please visit https://truecare.org/ TrueCare on Instagram and Facebook