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Just in time for the All-Star Game, pop culture critic and Phillies fan Linda Holmes is here to persuade you to turn on some baseball. If you don't have a team, just borrow hers; they're doing pretty well.

After publishing her first novel when she was 21, Brittany Newell started working as a dominatrix. The job gave her time to write — and plenty of material to draw from. Her new novel is Soft Core.

Having received rave reviews from the 4th Annual Power Women SD® Celebration held on September 24, 2023, our 5th Annual Power Women SD® celebration is now in planning, and a perfect time to confirm a placement on Cover, as a Participant, Sponsor or Vendor. The evening will include live entertainment, catered heavy hors d'oeuvres, fashion vendors, and hosted wine bar with over $15,000 in give-away prizes, which is certain to provide for a festive evening of fun and networking opportunities whilst celebrating San Diego's accomplished women who are achievers within the San Diego community as business owners or career professionals. The evening will be in celebration to honor all Power Women SD® participants, all of whom will be introduced during the presentation of awards. The festivities conclude with the free drawing of over $15,000 worth of give-away prizes. Reserved Tables: There will be both sit-down and stand up cocktail tables spread throughout the venue. If you wish to reserve a sit-down table for you and your guests, kindly reserve the table well in advance. This year's Gala will help to benefit Leap To Success Be on Front Cover of Our 5th Annual Power Sd® Celebration: Those on Front Cover of one of Discover Magazines 6 separate editions (Rancho Santa Fe, Carlsbad, Del Mar, Solana Beach, La Jolla, or America's Finest City®) receive 5 full inside pages within the magazine with a three page layout within the September/October issue and a 2-page layout within the November/December issue, 2024 with all inside pages shown within all 6 editions of the publication. A full page bio/photo will also be included within the evenings's program. High resolution photography is required; graphic design is included for the Front Cover, the three page and the two page layout. Front Cover also includes a reserved table for 8 guests, introduction as a Power Women honoree, a plaque with name and description thereon, and a collage photo of all Power Women SD® in our November/December 2024 issue. Early Bird: $5,990 - Thereafter: $6,990 - admin@discovermagazines.com Join as A Vendor: Vendors receive two tables, 6 feet in length at one location on site to promote and sell their goods or services, with their business ad shown on our wide digital screen during the event and the business logo included within the program: Early Bird Ticketing: $425 plus 2 / $50 gift cards - Thereafter: $475 plus 3 / $50 gift cards, all to be given away that evening. admin@discovermagazines.com For more information visit: discovermagazines.com/events Stay Connected on Facebook

Presented by Vegan Food Popup Events and hosted at AleSmith Brewing Company on the 1st Friday of every month. Music | Family-Friendly | Dogs Allowed | Free Parking Indulge in an epic assortment of eats and treats at San Diego’s biggest vegan night market, with over 40 vendors including Pizza, Burgers, Sushi, Donuts, Chick’n Sandwiches, Dumplings, Loaded Fries, Gyros, Tamales, Wings, Noodles, Cookies, Empanadas and so much more. The San Diego Vegan Night Market is located at AleSmith Brewing Company, an expansive indoor and outdoor venue that features several seating areas, fire pits, golf simulators, ax throwing and games. It's the ideal place for families and friends to meet up and enjoy food, drinks and music. Parking: There is a free parking lot onsite and free street parking nearby. Vendors: A Way Home For Dogs, Amazing Fries and More, Collective Inspo By Design, Down To Ferment, Forever Linked Permanent Jewelry, Gourmet Tamales, Jamul Candle Co, Krouned Body Care, La Boocha Kombucha, Lady G's Canteen, Living Sanctuary Design, Majestik Kulture, MANEATINGPLANT, Maya's Cookies, Ms Kim’s Kitchen & More, Rainbow Foods, Rizo's Kitchen, Sabor Piri Piri, Samadhi CBD, Teif’s Pacific Island Grill, Turkish Grill, Uprising Pizza, West Coast Hot Chicken, Yuseong Mandu *Additional vendors TBA Vegan Food Popup Events produces FREE monthly markets that showcase the best plant-based food in SoCal, featuring a rotating lineup of diverse vendors from San Diego, Orange County and LA. In between bites, shop a selection of local products and services. All locations are family-friendly and dog-friendly and offer music and free parking. Since launching in 2019, Vegan Food Popup Events has supported hundreds of local food and craft vendors by providing venues for sharing their offerings with the community. For more information visit: veganfoodpopup.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Emily Wenk is the mid-level development officer at KPBS with a passion for community engagement and creative expression.

Heat waves have killed hundreds of Californians and cost billions of dollars in the past decade, according to a new report from the state insurance department.

Officials involved in Jan. 6 prosecutions say the Trump administration isn't protecting them from threats. "We don't think they'll care — unless and until one of us gets killed," an official told NPR.

The San Diego Diplomacy Council is excited to announce the 2024 Global Leadership Youth Program (GLYP), a summer enrichment program designed for high school students passionate about global issues and leadership. Running from June 24 to July 19, 2024, the program will cover critical topics such as environmental sustainability, 21st century peacebuilding, and universal dignity. Participants will benefit from guest speakers, diplomacy simulations, group projects, and cultural activities. This immersive program not only builds critical thinking and negotiation skills but also fosters a global perspective, preparing students for future success. “The Global Leadership Youth Program is a pivotal experience for highschoolers who are interested in International Relations and/or interested in having a career that is impactful on a global scale,” says San Diego Diplomacy Council Program Officer, Carmelina Herrera. “GLYP gives students the opportunity to engage in important topics such as environmentalism and civil activism through an international lens.” Sessions run in week-long modules at the UC San Diego Park & Market Campus in downtown San Diego from 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. PDT: June 24 - 28: Introduction to International Relations: Peacebuilding in the 21st Century July 8 - 12: Environmental Sustainability: Cultivating Tomorrow in a Changing World July 15 - 19: Human Rights at Home and Abroad: Exploring Universal Dignity Students will receive a Certificate of Excellence in Global Leadership upon completing the program, a prestigious addition to college applications and resumes, and may be eligible to receive college credit through the University of California, San Diego’s Continuing Education Units. As in past years, GLYP 2024 will enable teens to engage in conversations of global importance. “We created the Global Leadership Youth Program to meet a need, to young leaders’ desire desire to develop their critical thinking and leadership skills through an international lens,” says Jawad Al Baghdadi, SDDC Program Director. Students are eager to engage with real-world issues, and this program is the perfect launchpad for doing so.” For more information visit: sandiegodiplomacy.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

"The Power of Porsche: Evolution of a Supercar" (June 15, 2024 to Aug. 4, 2024) From the lightweight and top-performing 1973 Carrera RS, born of homologation requirements in racing, to the ultra-high tech 2019 935, "The Power of Porsche: Evolution of a Supercar" chronicles the Porsche obsession with shattering its own records at the Nürburgring, fueling the evolution of the marque’s timeless and superlative vehicles and influencing the development of all supercars. The exhibit will feature a 1973 Carrera RS Touring, 1988 959 Komfort, 2004 Carrera GT, 2015 918 Spyder Weissach, and 2019 935- a truly remarkable collection of Porsche supercars from a single stable. "The Power of Porsche: From Stuttgart to SoCal" (June 15, 2024 to Nov. 24, 2024) Though a relatively small automotive marque, Porsche has emerged as a defining influence on the automotive aspirations of the Western world in the postwar era. Over its 70-year history, Porsche has achieved an iconic status, instantly recognizable to even non-enthusiasts. Southern California plays a significant role in the Porsche legacy, with collectors and club members in this region contributing to the brand's vibrant worldwide community and exemplifying the enduring allure of Porsche. "The Power of Porsche: From Stuttgart to SoCal" will feature 6-8 of these locally owned machines from various eras, showcasing their singular design, engineering, and outsize cultural influence. The San Diego Automotive Museum is open Tuesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the last entry at 4:30 p.m. Closed on Mondays. Admission (adults ages 18-plus) is $15:50; children (ages 4-15) are $10.25; seniors (65-plus), students (with ID), and military are $11.75. Children 5 and below are free. The San Diego Automotive Museum is proud to be a Blue Star Museum. All Active, Reserve, Coast Guard, and National Guard plus 5 dependents get in for free with military ID. Service members need not be present. For additional details about the exhibit please contact: Maria Romano de Leon maria@sdautomuseum.org or (619) 398-0309 For more information visit: sdautomuseum.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

On Sunday, April 28 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., the San Diego-based nonprofit FACE Foundation will hold its 13th annual Bags & Baubles fundraiser. This unique silent auction is held at an expansive private Rancho Santa Fe estate. All proceeds from this event will directly benefit pets in need of life-saving veterinary care. Bags & Baubles features luxury designer bags from various eras and price points, but also provides guests the opportunity to soak up the sun in a beautiful environment while enjoying complimentary drinks and gourmet bites. Each item up for bid in the silent auction has been donated to FACE Foundation and will benefit a pet facing economic euthanasia. FACE is proud to be there to provide financial assistance and resources to families in need of a helping hand during these veterinary emergencies. A $125 ticket provides access to this exciting event. Up for bid are hundreds of new and gently loved designer handbags, fine jewelry, sunglasses, accessories, men’s items, and more. Bags & Baubles is sure to be a fantastic day for both fashionistas and animal lovers to enjoy. For more information visit: face4pets.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram