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The Youth Leadership Academy (YLA) is now accepting applications for its upcoming leadership conference. YLA is a transformative one-day workshop designed to empower and educate LGBTQ+ youth, their parents, caregivers, and educators. Through engaging discussions, outdoor activities, and team-building exercises, participants will gain valuable knowledge on LGBT history, youth advocacy, higher education, and civic engagement. The Youth Leadership Academy will take place on Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the SSDCCE ECC Campus, located at 4343 Ocean View Blvd, San Diego, CA 92113. Applications are open to all middle and high school-aged youth interested in learning, growing, and connecting with others in the LGBTQIA+ community. To cater to diverse needs and roles, separate workshops will be offered with a focus on the following key areas: Building resilience & self-confidence / Mental health & wellness Communication & advocacy / LGBTQ+ rights & policies Leadership development / Building inclusive community Managing an LGBTQ+ Inclusive Classroom By participating in YLA, attendees will acquire essential tools and resources to thrive as leaders and build inclusive, supportive communities. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity – apply for the Youth Leadership Academy today and embark on a journey of personal growth and empowerment! San Diego LGBT Pride is accepting applications until Nov 2, 2024. Youth Leadership Academy attendees at at a table “I learned how to be a leader in my community from listening to the panelists of elected officials, business people, and students who are out in our community talking about their stories,” said Jay Sieber, freshman at San Diego High School. “When I first did the Youth Leadership Academy, I met so many new friends that I still have to this day.” Visit: Pride Youth Leadership Academy San Diego Pride on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for our 14th Annual Community in Unity as we return to the City Hall Rotunda for this annual kick-off to the Holiday Season. The evening's festivities will include a variety of local restaurants, breweries, and wineries showcasing their epicurean delights, savory dishes, sweet desserts, and libations for everyone to enjoy. Holiday entertainment from local choirs provides a truly joyful atmosphere, and guests are encouraged to bring NEW pajamas and toys to help spread some holiday cheer! Pajama Drive: Please bring NEW, unused Pajamas of ALL sizes to benefit the children and teens at Solutions For Change. Toy Drive: Please bring NEW, unwrapped toys for both boys & girls ages 4-12, to benefit the Escondido Police Athletic League. Escondido Chamber of Commerce on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate the spooky season and enjoy daily chapters of Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus" sent straight to your email. Register to be sent a chapter of the story each day. No strings, no time commitments!* Your email will not be shared with other participants. Late sign-ups will receive a link to previous chapters and be added to the main newsletter list within two business days. New sign-ups may not be accepted after October 13. *An entirely optional Zoom discussion will be held on November 4 from 6:30-7:30 p.m., a few days after the final chapter is sent out. A Zoom link will be included in the final email and the session is visible on our event calendar to register for without joining the email newsletter club. For parents: This book is generally considered appropriate for older teens and adults, particularly high school age and up. There are descriptions of murder, child death, death, depression, xenophobia (briefly), corpses, and some common horror elements. Descriptions are not overly gratuitous or severely graphic. Some themes are a product of their time and should be read with that context in mind. Newsletter extras and linked-to documents will usually have content warnings, but you are the best judge for what is appropriate for your child. The views and descriptions within this book and the newsletter extras are those of their individual creators and do not represent the views of the San Diego Public Library. https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/frankenstein-spooky-email-serial-401659

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JAR Senior Club (JSC), the first senior club in San Diego dedicated to bringing together seniors and local community resources at no cost to individuals 64 years old and older, will host the 3rd annual JSC Wellness Event during Long-Term Care Awareness Month on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 2340 East 8th St. National City CA 91950. Admission is free to all seniors and community members. JSC expects to draw over 200 attendees. The event will feature community resource booths, activities, music and entertainment, fashion show, food and refreshments, raffle prizes and more. JSC will award special recognition to those 85 years and older and a salute to senior veterans. The office of San Diego District Attorney and office of Chula Vista Mayor John McCann along with National City Mayor Ron Morrison and Vice Mayor Ditas will be present to speak on elder abuse and senior care. “The holiday season can sometimes bring feelings of sadness, especially for older adults who may reflect on how quickly time has passed or feel the absence of loved ones more deeply during this time of year,” said JSC Founder Angel Ogapong. “Having been the primary caregiver for my grandparents, I recognize the importance of encouraging seniors to stay proactive in their care for long-term health, which includes making sure they are knowledgeable on the valuable resources that are available to them.” Founded by San Diego native Angel Ogapong, JSC aims to provide seniors with a sense of belonging through community, engagement, education and health and wellness. JSC also assists seniors in navigating Medicare benefits and connecting them with additional resources they may not be aware of, all at no cost. Tagalog and Spanish translators will be available to assist. The San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) will be present to provide resources for low-income seniors. The Union of Pan Asian Communities (UPAC), the only organization throughout the county that offers mental health services for seniors, will also be available. Community partner American Medical Response (AMR) will provide free healthcare screenings for attendees. Local nonprofits including the National City Chamber of Commerce, Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Greater San Diego, National Latina Business Women Association San Diego, San Diego County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Olongapo City Bayanihan Club and Silayan Filipina will be at the event. JSC is currently seeking community partners and local vendors for the event. For more information, contact JSC Founder Angel Ogapong at Angel.ogapong@jaragent.com Visit: https://patch.com/california/san-diego/calendar/event/20241123/7c6f5b8e-1a65-4cd0-8611-ebc16d0fe65b/jar-senior-club-hosts-3rd-annual-senior-wellness-event-during-long-term-care-awareness-month