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On Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, Change Begins With ME will host a Peace Pole Rededication Ceremony at Standley Park from 2 to 4 p.m., in honor of the International Day of Peace. The event will feature remarks from elected officials, including San Diego City Council member Kent Lee, and Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer (tentative), Proclamation by Congressman Scott Peters’ office, as well as performances by local students, civic groups, and artists. Family-friendly festivities, including multicultural craft booths and food trucks, will be open throughout the event. Event: Peace Pole Rededication Ceremony Date: Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024 from 2 to 4 p.m. Location: Standley Park, University City • 3585 Governor Dr, San Diego, CA 92122 Featured Speakers: San Diego City Councilmember Kent Lee Codi Vierra, Field Representative for Congressman Scott Peters Andrés Geurts-Barreto, Field Representative for Assemblymember Tasha Boerner San Diego County Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer (Tentative) Performances: Mission Bay Montessori Academy Peace Choir Girl Scout Troop 3266 - "What Peace Means to Me" UCHS Gender and Sexuality Alliance Club Presentation Hip Hop Tap Performance by San Diego Civic Dance Arts Martial Arts Demonstration by Grand Master Kim Spreckels Elementary Spanish Choir Performance by South African Artist/Performer Nomsa Burkhardt Dance of Universal Peace 4:15 PM: Event Ends Ongoing Throughout the Event: Multicultural Children’s Crafts Booths Kid’s Voting Booth Voter Registration Food Trucks: Taco Love Mobile Catering Kona Shaved Ice This event is free and open to the public. It promises to be a meaningful celebration of peace and community with activities for all ages. For more information, please contact Tama Becker-Varano / Changebeginswithmesd@gmail.com / (858) 405-5188 The Peace Pole features the message “May Peace Prevail on Earth” in 12 different languages: Arabic Chinese English (now in rainbow letters) French Hebrew Hindi Italian Japanese Kumeyaay Spanish Ukrainian (replaced Russian) Xhosa UC Peace Pole History In 2005, Girl Scout Troop 3004 installed a six-sided Peace Pole at Standley Park in University City and hosted a community-wide Dedication Ceremony to commemorate the occasion. After nineteen years, time took its toll on the Peace Pole.The language plaques cracked and blackened. The dedication plaque at the base gradually became hidden as it sank into the earth. Change Begins With ME raised funds to restore the Peace Pole. All twelve plaques were replaced and the pole reinforced. The base has been excavated and the old dedication plaque has been removed. New cement and a new dedication plaque were installed.

Encore Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS app. A documentary about the extraordinary man behind the American folk revival and profound influence on many of the most celebrated musical artists in San Diego and beyond.

Herbal Medicine Making Series - Tinctures - Syrups - Vinegars - Salves - Oils Build your home herbalism skills. This class is perfect for anyone wanting to make herbal remedies for themselves, family & friends. Making your own herbal remedies builds self-sufficiency and is good for your budget. Know exactly what you are putting into and on your body. At one time our ancestors knew how to make all of these preparations and it was an important part of daily and seasonal life. Visit: https://everydayplantmagic.com/herbal-medicine-making-san-diego-ca Cindy Saylor on Instagram

Enjoy a celebration of Buwan ng Wika, “Language Month”! Families will enjoy a bilingual storytime in Tagalog with local author Dr. Jocelyn Francisco, a traditional Filipino dance performance from Samahan Filipino American Performing Arts & Education Center, and creating paper dolls in traditional Filipino clothing while learning about the history and traditions of the Philippines’ annual holiday. Free with Museum admission. All adults must have a child present to attend. This project was made possible with support from Nissan Foundation. Children's Museum of Discovery on Facebook / Instagram

The Hot Chocolate Run series is back for the 2025/2026 season! Join the chocolate movement that's taking over the country. This race has it all - three distances, premium swag and a post-race chocolate experience like no other. To learn more about or purchase tickets for our San Diego event, visit: hotchocolate15k.com/city/san-diego Date and Time Sunday March 08 ( 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.) Venue Details: 100 Park BLVD, San Diego, California, 92101, United States Prices: 15K: $73.95 5K: $51.70 10k: $62.70 Hot Chocolate Run on Instagram and Facebook

The storm's slow movement is expected to bring a deluge of rain to multiple countries in the Caribbean, and prolong its dangerous impacts over a period of several days.

Feeling crafty? Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for arts and crafts. Don't have much of a green thumb? You're in luck because in July, we'll be making our own succulents that will never die! Made out of beads, these beautiful plants will add a touch of greenery to any home. This program is for adults over the age of 18. Registration is not required but recommended. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/crafty-hour-30014

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act would ban large investors from buying up single-family homes.

Featuring local artists from San Diego County. Enjoy a beautiful day in Seaport Village while you stroll through the Lighthouse District courtyard and browse artwork designed and crafted locally by San Diego artists. Visit: https://dosd.com/events/2024/11/9/the-seaport-village-art-walk-tickets Seaport Village on Instagram and Facebook

We look forward to seeing you at this treasured annual event! By shopping our sale, you: Benefit from incredible prices on textiles, embellishments, and sewing tools. Lower your carbon footprint by buying second-hand. (Reduce, reuse, recycle!) Support our museum so we can continue to provide free exhibitions and accessible workshops for visitors from around the world. Visions Museum of Textile Art on Instagram