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Join us this Labor Day weekend at the Piazza della Famiglia in Little Italy. Our Curated Marketplace will showcase over 55 local woman-owned small businesses, artisans and makers from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, September 1. We will feature live entertainment, activations like trucker hat bars, charm bars, permanent jewelry, and a live watercolorist too! For more information on this event, please visit our website at www.thefemalemakermarket.com and or via our social media page on Instagram @thefemalemakermarket

Learn to Carve a Decorative Spoon! In this 5-hour workshop, students will learn to carve a decorative spoon in basswood in the European carving tradition. Students will learn and apply the following skills that are needed to carve a simple decorative spoon: -Carving safety -Honing/sharpening -Tracing and transfer of the spoon layout to a piece of basswood -Hollowing out the spoon; carving the back; and removing thickness under the handle -Carving out the handle -Sanding the spoon and handle -Finish can be applied at home (instructor can offer shellac, which is non-toxic) This class is designed for the beginner as well as more experienced carvers. Different techniques and styles make it interesting for all skill levels. There is no prerequisite for this class. All of the necessary tools and materials will be available to students for this class. It is recommended that you bring your own safety gear (eye protection, hearing protection, dust mask, gloves). We have hearing and eye protection available if you do not have your own. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome, or 14+ years with an accompanying adult! • Scholarships available • Military and sibling discounts For more information visit: sandiegocraft.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Get ready to cheer the San Diego State University Aztecs to victory with a Game Day Party, on Saturday, September 16! Hosted by Gaslamp’s The Smoking Gun and barleymash, the event is for SDSU students, alumni, and Aztec fans alike. Start the day with a Beer Pong Tournament at The Smoking Gun - email Gary@thesmokinggunsd.com to get signed up. The bar will also be offering day-long specials that include $6 draft beers, $6 College Ave Fries, $6 Turtle Pond Tater Tots, $6 Montezuma Thick Chips, and a $10 SDSU Burger. Head down the street, to barleymash, for the SDSU Game Watch Party, taking place at 12:30 downstairs in ginger's. The Aztecs will take on Oregon State, and barleymash will be offering Beer Features and a special Concessions menu to enjoy. The Game Watch Party is free but requires a ticket which can be purchased here. The SDSU Game Day Watch Party is 21+ and is not affiliated with SDSU. The Smoking Gun SD on Facebook / Instagram barleymash on Facebook / Instagram

Come sail away on a sea of smooth music spun by DJ Claire, who has been hosting this annual summer party since 2009. After a COVID hiatus, Yacht Rock returns to the Whistle Stop in South Park for the first time since 2019! Enjoy only the smoothest records by Steely Dan, Michael McDonald, Christopher Cross, Kenny Loggins, Toto, among many other favorites from the late 70s/early 80s. Nautical attire encouraged. Visit: https://dosd.com/events/2024/8/24/yacht-rock-dance-party-tickets DJ Claire on Facebook

San Diego Pride Week Queer Comedy Special with River Butcher (as seen on movie Friendsgiving, Queer Riot, and Take My Wife) Queer comedians take over Mic Drop Comedy for San Diego Pride! A portion of proceeds benefit the Trevor Project. Come out to celebrate Pride with LGBTQIA+ comedians at San Diego’s newest comedy club. The Pride & Seek Comedy Show lineup includes Southern California’s favorites: - Headliner: River Butcher - Featuring: Sarah Rose Hyland (As seen on Punk’d & host of podcast “Not cool”) - Host: Cassidy Stains - Ray Earl - Brandon Potter - Alex Vo Produced by Dapper Punk Comedy’s Cassidy Stains & Asher Mac Doors Open: 7 p.m. Showtime: 8 p.m. Tickets: $23 after fees – No Two-Item Minimum – 21+ For more information visit: sdpride.org

It’s never too early to celebrate the holidays at Sesame Place! Join us as we bring festive holiday cheer to your summer fun! From July 21 to 31, the park will be offering festive activities that will get families excited for the holiday season ahead. The park will also feature festive Christmas décor to really bring the spirit of the holiday season to life during the sunny summer months. Park activities will include: • Christmas Photos with Elmo & Friends – Guests can visit Photos with Elmo & Friends each day during the Christmas in July Celebration to get a photo with Elmo and his friends in their festive holiday attire. • Christmas Storytime – Enjoy a Christmas themed Storytime with Big Bird as the best storyteller on Sesame Street welcomes all his friends to his nest for an interactive experience the whole family will love. • Cookie Claus Meet & Greets –Everyone is on Cookie Claus’ Nice List! Cookie Clause will be available for one-of-a-kind holiday photos with this merry monster. Guests can check the park website and/or the park mobile app for the daily schedule. To learn more about Christmas in July, please visit sesameplace.com Stay Connected on Facebook

Our sun was born in a cosmic cradle with thousands of other stars. Astrophysicists say they want to find these siblings in order to help answer the question: Are we alone out there?

Chinese people were the fourth-highest nationality, after Venezuelans, Ecuadorians and Haitians, crossing the Darién Gap during the first nine months of this year.

Dinaw Mengestu's ingenuity and eloquence as a writer are on display in this novel about an Ethiopian American man who returns home only to learn that his father has just died.

NOVO Brazil Brewing Company has partnered with sustainable repurposed clothing company Positive Phee to host the “Sip & Style” eco-fashion fill-a-bag event at its Mission Valley sports pub on Sunday, July 28. From 1 p.m. – 4 p.m., guests can fill their bags with curated ladies’ wear, shoes, and accessories while sipping one of NOVO’s craft beers or NOVA kombuchas. Tickets are $75 and can be purchased here. The price includes one bag to fill with curated apparel along with one beverage. Guests can use the promo code “NOVO” for $10 off. Visit: https://events.humanitix.com/sip-and-style-ticket-includes-a-bag-of-clothes-and-a-drink-xpwpkny7?hxchl=hex-pfl