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Join us on Thursday, August 29, from 6-8 p.m. for an enlightening evening with our Resident Artist, Oscar Romo, as he leads a dynamic panel discussion titled DISCOVER! The Promise Zone. This event will focus on crucial notions of sustainability, featuring insights from Oscar and other renowned experts. Together, they will delve into pressing issues affecting the Promise Zone residents and brainstorm innovative opportunities for a sustainable future. The panelists will explore sustainability through the lens of four foundational domains, each integral to comprehensive sustainability knowledge, values, and practices: Interconnection within Nature: Understanding the intricate web of relationships that sustain our ecosystems. Environmental and Human Health: Examining the vital link between a healthy planet and the well-being of its inhabitants. Equity and Social Justice: Advocating for fair and inclusive solutions that uplift all community members. Movement Building and the Economy: Exploring how collective action and economic strategies can drive sustainable change. One of the fundamental principles we'll discuss is entropy—the natural tendency of systems to wear out and break down. This concept underscores the importance of sustainability, as it reminds us that without proactive efforts, structures crumble, resources deplete, and the environment deteriorates. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with thought leaders, share your ideas, and contribute to the vibrant future of the Promise Zone. Secure your spot today and be part of the conversation that shapes tomorrow. RSVP now and join us for an evening of inspiration, connection, and action. RSVP LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/discover-the-promise-zone-a-panel-discussion-on-sustainability-tickets-956491410557?aff=oddtdtcreator ¡DESCUBRE! La Promise Zone: Una Mesa Redonda sobre Sostenibilidad Únase a nosotros el jueves 29 de agosto, de 6 a 8 PM, para una noche iluminadora con nuestro Artista Residente, Oscar Romo, mientras lidera una dinámica mesa redonda titulada ¡DESCUBRE! La Promise Zone. Este evento se centrará en nociones cruciales de sostenibilidad, presentando las ideas de Oscar y otros expertos reconocidos. Juntos, profundizarán en los problemas apremiantes que afectan a los residentes de la Promise Zone y explorarán oportunidades innovadoras para un futuro sostenible. Los panelistas explorarán la sostenibilidad a través de la lente de cuatro dominios fundamentales, cada uno integral para un conocimiento, valores y prácticas sostenibles: Interconexión con la Naturaleza: Entendiendo la compleja red de relaciones que sostienen nuestros ecosistemas. Salud Ambiental y Humana: Examinando el vínculo vital entre un planeta sano y el bienestar de sus habitantes. Equidad y Justicia Social: Abogando por soluciones justas e inclusivas que eleven a todos los miembros de la comunidad. Construcción de Movimientos y la Economía: Explorando cómo la acción colectiva y las estrategias económicas pueden impulsar el cambio sostenible. Uno de los principios fundamentales que discutiremos es la entropía, la tendencia natural de los sistemas a desgastarse y descomponerse. Este concepto subraya la importancia de la sostenibilidad, ya que nos recuerda que sin esfuerzos proactivos, las estructuras se desmoronan, los recursos se agotan y el medio ambiente se deteriora. No pierda esta oportunidad de interactuar con líderes de pensamiento, compartir sus ideas y contribuir al futuro vibrante de la Promise Zone. Asegure su lugar hoy y sea parte de la conversación que dará forma al mañana. Confirme su asistencia ahora y únase a nosotros para una noche de inspiración, conexión y acción. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/discover-the-promise-zone-a-panel-discussion-on-sustainability-tickets-956491410557?aff=oddtdtcreator

The Martin Luther King Junior Choir San Diego, also known as the MLK Choir, will depart from their usual repertoire of Negro Spirituals and gospel music to present “All ‘Bout the Blues,” an annual music revue that celebrates the many genres of American music derived from the Negro Spiritual. In its 14th annual fundraising event, MLK Choir members will perform popular music from yesterday and today, in keeping with this year's theme, “Back and Forth Through Time.” Audience members can expect dancing, comedy, and, of course, the powerful vocals typical of this local community choir in a show conceived of, directed, and produced by local artist Arnessa Jones. The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Choir San Diego (MLKCCSD) is a nonprofit charitable organization. The Choir's purpose is to raise funds through a series of concerts to fund educational grants awarded to aspiring San Diego County college-bound high school graduates going on to major in Visual and Performing Arts. For more information visit: mlkccsd.org Follow on Facebook

On Sunday, February 19, First Lutheran Church of San Diego’s Music & Arts @Third&Ash will present BLACK VOICES/BLACK WRITERS, a staged reading of the work of classic and contemporary black writers including Toni Morrison, James Baldwin, Bil Wright, Audre Lorde, and more. The cast: Rhys Greene ("Emmett Till," ION Theatre, "Father Comes Home from the War," Intrepid Theatre, "Sizwe Banzi is Dead," San Diego Black Ensemble Theatre), Portia Gregory ("The Trip to Bountiful," ACT Award Winner Best Actress, "The Music Sounds Different to Me Now," La Jolla Playhouse Without Walls Festival ) author, playwright Bil Wright (American Library Association Stonewall Award, LAMBDA Literary Award), and Karole Foreman (Lady Day, 2019 Ovation Award, "Blues in the Night" (Northcoast Rep.), "A Little Night Music," San Diego Theatre Critics Nomination). Curtain at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. (doors open at 3:30 & 6:30.) First Lutheran Church of San Diego, 1420 Third Ave. $20 donations suggested. First Lutheran Church San Diego on Facebook

Leonard Patton is one of the premier jazz vocalists in Southern California and has recorded and performed with some of the top musicians including Antonio Sanchez, Lionel Loueke, Peter Sprague and recently Pat Metheny. Mr. Patton is also the proprietor of the Jazz Lounge in San Diego. Ed Kornhauser is San Diego's jazz piano workhorse performing with all the top musicians in town and one of the most in demand pianists on the West Coast. He was named Best Jazz Artist of 2022 by the San Diego Music Awards. For more information visit: encinitaslibfriends.org

Current students discuss what campus is like for them today, and administrators share their efforts toward equity.

From Altadena to Asheville, people devastated by recent disasters encountered helpers trained in Psychological First Aid. Like CPR, anybody can learn it.

According to the agencies, this closure will allow crews to continue with placing an overhead sign structure, spanning all lanes of travel.

Developing countries owe billions to China, which threatens to undermine poverty reduction efforts and fuel instability, according to a new report from Australia's Lowy Institute.

Super Wave Surf Guitar band returns to the Front Porch Gallery April 27 from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.! Surfing Madonna Oceans Project is sponsoring this event in a continued collaboration between our like minded organizations! Be part of the perfect conversation between art and music as Super Wave plays and you enjoy the exhibit “Unveiling Creativity: The Art of Conversation”.

Rwandan backed rebels have entered the city of Goma, a key city in neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo. Could the mineral rich region be in danger of tipping into all out regional conflict?