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Culinary Historians of San Diego will present “Modern Kosher; Global Flavors, New Traditions,” featuring author Michael Aaron Gardiner, at 10:30 am Oct. 16, at the San Diego Central Library’s 9th floor Shiley Suite, 330 Park Blvd. While most of us have a vague idea of kosher food, perhaps gleaned from a favorite Jewish deli, Michael Aaron Gardiner is here to flesh out the full picture. Rather than simply updating the story of those who “keep kosher,” he will guide us through this little understood cuisine from its early history to today’s varied and vibrant global practice. Michael Gardiner is a regular feature writer for the San Diego Union-Tribune, and the restaurant reviewer for San Diego CityBeat, and has won 2018 and 2019 San Diego Press Club awards for his contributions to both publications. Gardiner is also a freelance writer for Edible San Diego, Thrillist, and Fox News Latino, as well as the primary writer for the San Diego Food & Travel Blog, sdfoodtravel.com. In addition, he is the creator and co-host of the podcast Art of Spooning, on the Specialty Produce Network. Baja California is a big part of Gardiner’s life. He owns a family home in South Rosarito and spends every other weekend in Baja, covering the dining scene extensively for various publications. The event is free and open to the public. Date/Location Oct. 16, 2021 @10:30 am San Diego Central Library Darlene Shiley Event Suite Cost= Free For more information on this event please visit: https://chsandiego.org/events/modern-kosher-by-michael-gardiner/

Utilizing studies from a range of disciplines, researcher and ocean enthusiast Deirdre Encarnación recounts how the Native people of San Diego utilized the seasonal and year-round resource base available along the coast. Archaeological data and analysis is combined with oral history, ethnographic reports, historical accounts, geologic maps, and ecological studies to tell the story of the first people to call the beaches and shores of San Diego home. Date | Thursday, April 7 at 6:30 p.m. Location | Online via Zoom Register here! Pay what you wish. Registration closes at 4 p.m. on April 7. This lecture is brought to you by the San Diego Archaeological Center. For more information, please visit sandiegoarchaeology.org/coastal-heritage or call (760) 291-0370.

Rising Arts Leaders San Diego presents Creative Conversations, Voices of Tomorrow. Four Distinguished artists and culture makers discuss their ground-breaking careers and uplifting the Black voices of tomorrow in the Arts. Moderated by Camille McPherson and Chris Cloud, Rising Arts Leaders is proud to welcome four distinguished artists and culture makers to the Creative Conversations stage: Roger Guenveur Smith, Charles McPherson, Gill Sotu and Gaidi Finnie, for a one-night only event, highlighting their groundbreaking careers in film, music, theatre and visual art with a special focus on uplifting the Black voices of tomorrow in all aspects of the arts and culture sector. Date | Thursday, October 14 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Location | Quartyard, Market Street Register here! This is a free event for all attendees, registration is required. We are thankful to our generous sponsors. For more information, please visit the Rising Arts Leaders website or contact them at risingartssd@gmail.com.

The Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour presented by Jersey Mike’s Subs is coming with game like never before! Your favorite Globetrotter stars are bringing out their amazing basketball skill, outrageous athleticism and a non-stop LOL good time. Join the Globetrotters as they go head-to-head against the Washington Generals who will stop at nothing to try and defeat the world’s winningest team! Tickets are on sale NOW - Use promo code 1114RK15 to get %15 off! Stay Social! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

February is the designated month to celebrate and honor African Americans, and SDSU has a loaded calendar of events to celebrate African Americans and their contributions to our society. The Black Resource Center, Africana Studies, Afrikan Student Union and various Black student organizations have planned robust and educational programming this year with campus and community partners. This month’s events focus on local advocacy, issues related to overcoming colorism and racism, as well as our usual programming to empower Black students. Our Black History Month events list includes: African American Mentoring Program | Tuesday, February 15 at 11 a.m. AAMP seeks to enhance graduate students' professional growth, self-awareness, self-confidence, cultural responsiveness, and historical presence. Click here for more information. Protest Music: Creative Writing Workshop | Wednesday, February 16 at 4:30 Participants will review a range of music including selections from Billie Holiday to Kendrick Lamar and create their own poetry inspired by Black History Month. Click here for more information. Stacy Dyson Poetry Event | Thursday, February 17 at 5:30 p.m. Poet, Stacy Dyson, is the featured artist for this event. SDSU students will also have the opportunity to share spoken word and other open mic artistry. Movie Night: "Dark Girls" | Thursday, February 17 at 7 p.m. Students are invited to the Black Resource Center to watch a movie and have a discussion on colorism within the black community. SDSUs Women's Basketball Game | Saturday, February 19 at 1 p.m. "Together We Rise for Black History." This basketball game will have a special halftime show featuring performances to honor Black History Month. Paint Taks | Monday, February 21 at 6:30 p.m. Paint Talks is a space to connect with the community and express yourself through art and discussion. Blackness is Queerness | Tuesday, February 22 at 2 p.m. Come paint with us! Students will have the opportunity to paint a character/trans icon from the show, POSE, and learn about important Black, queer figures. The SDSU Black History Month events and workshops are free and open for SDSU Students and Staff. For more information, please visit sacd.sdsu.edu/black-resource/black_history_month or call (619) 594-5200.

AI tools have helped the people behind influence operations produce more content, but OpenAI says the operations it disrupted didn't gain traction with real people or reach large audiences.

A UC San Diego doctor is working with a San Diego company that makes prosthetic limbs to bring mobility back to amputees.

In an all too familiar trend, case numbers, hospitalizations and deaths are on the rise as the U.S. makes its way through another summer coronavirus surge. Next, months after a vaccine mandate went into effect for San Diego city employees, those employees who refuse both vaccines and COVID testing are starting to get Notices of Termination. Then, KPBS investigative reporter Amita Sharma tells us the story of Sara Kruzan, who was pardoned by Governor Gavin Newsom last week after being imprisoned for murder in 1995. Next, how a free yoga class in South Los Angeles came to be in the wake of protests against Black lives lost to violence. Then, KPBS North County reporter Alexander Nguyen shares the story of a San Marcos man connecting with his Nordic roots by building a Viking ship. Finally, as costs from climate related disasters continue to climb, a new book makes the case that the battle against climate change is more than an environmental issue, but also an economic one.

Too often, debates between candidates for office or two opposing sides of an initiative happen in hotel ballrooms hosted by special interests. Even when a media organization or general interest group hosts a debate, it’s usually just one discussion. Politifest is Voice of San Diego’s annual summit dedicated to the most relevant debates and discussions for local voters and residents. Launched in 2011, we strove to gather the most interesting debates, candidates and issues and make them accessible to anyone who cares about them. During election years, we emphasize candidates and ballot measures. In non-election years, we focus on the most important topics that drive public policy and community conversation. For 2022, we’re hosting a robust schedule of debates and panels at the University of San Diego, including an important discussion on homelessness with Mayor Todd Gloria and Board of Supervisors Chair Nathan Fletcher and a highly anticipated statewide ballot initiative primer with our friends at CalMatters. Politifest South: This year, Chula Vista and National City voters also face big decisions about who should lead their cities. We’re doing a special event to host voters for those races closer to home. It’s a two-part live podcast featuring National City mayoral candidates Alejandra Sotelo Solis and Jose Rodriguez, followed by Chula Vista mayoral candidates Ammar Campa-Najjar and John McCann. Click here to register for this event and!

CHA is hosting an orientation and training session on Thursday, January 11, at 2 p.m. in the Coronado Historical Association's lecture hall for anyone interested in volunteering for the Island Icons Program This session will equip volunteers with the necessary skills and insights needed to excel in this unique role. The Island Icons program is the result of a special archival project led by CHA volunteers. Rooted in the association's commitment to being the primary hub for community history in Coronado, this initiative showcases monthly interviews with community-nominated Coronado icons. These individuals, often seniors with a wealth of life experiences, share personal memories and insights, contributing to the living history of Coronado. This project is ideally suited for individuals who are passionate about preserving history, enjoy engaging in conversations, and are comfortable writing articles within the specified word count. Whether you're an existing CHA volunteer or looking to join our community, the Island Icons program provides a unique and fulfilling opportunity to contribute to the rich tapestry of Coronado's history. If you're interested in becoming a volunteer for the Island Icons program, sign up by emailing Will Steinfield, calling 435-7242, or by RSVP'ing. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram