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This program features a collection of six (6) short narrative films: fictional, creative, or dramatized accounts centered around military and veteran experience. "Chorus" "Brainstorms" "Touch" "The Soldier" "Where to?" "Return to Remembrance" The topics covered and storytelling methods in these films vary widely, each offering a unique perspective. Some were created by veterans themselves; others were created by filmmakers. Total run time is approx. 90 minutes. In this program "CHORUS" Directed by Daniel J. Egbert After missing his wife’s phone call goodbye on the morning of September 11, a now listless and brokenhearted music teacher must harmonize with his increasingly desperate fourteen-year-old son. "Brainstorms" Directed by Aron Meinhardt, Julie Pacino “Brainstorms” is an experiential look inside the mind of Brian, a veteran who has sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) during combat. "Touch" Directed by Andrew Brame In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, a young woman with an autoimmune condition that makes her particularly vulnerable to disease is torn between preserving her own safety and her need for human contact. "The Soldier" Directed by Devin O’Guinn When a homeless veteran receives news of his former wife dying, he embarks on a journey to reunite with his daughter while experiencing his PTSD episodes in the process. "Where to?" Directed by Brian Thompson As Kabul falls to the Taliban, Brett Chapman, an Afghanistan combat veteran turned rideshare driver, struggles to connect with his employer and passengers. "Return to Remembrance" Directed by John Marrs A soldier searches the West for his family after the Civil War. What he finds is not what he expected. The festival is organized by KPBS in partnership with the Film Consortium San Diego to present the Local Film Showcase. The festival is a proud member of the San Diego Veterans Coalition and the San Diego Military Family Collaborative. GI Film Festival San Diego on Facebook / Instagram / Twitter

The southern Brazilian states of Rio Grande do Sul and neighboring Santa Catarina are reeling after a devastating cyclone killed 27 people and displaced thousands.

The San Diego Foundation and Mission Driven Finance Thursday announced that of $5.2 million lent to nonprofits during the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been repaid with less than one-tenth of 1% in losses.

Come enjoy a FREE yoga class from Fit Athletic! This "Bootcamp Yoga" session will be led by Viktoria Talbot at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, so be ready to WORK! Allow your body and mind to joyfully connect for a full hour in one of the most beautiful settings in all of San Diego! Bring your mat, bring your sun-block, and prepare to breathe in some healthy Bayside air at this and future yoga classes at The Rady Shell. Parking is limited so come early or walk in if you can...maybe even take the Coronado Ferry! There are many ways to get to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. Note: due to somewhat limited space, registration is required for this FREE event...walkups cannot be allowed at this time. Though dogs are welcome on the perimeter of Jacobs Park, we cannot allow them onto the artificial grass of The Rady Shell. PRE-PAID PARKING Ace Parking has provided a DEDICATED PARKING PURCHASE PAGE for this event. Connect with Rady Shell on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

"Page Against the Machine" is a collection of short films and music videos from the magical mind of Gregory Page, a musician who has nothing better to do than to make a movie about himself. This is the debut screening of a film that is 60 years in the making. With special guest appearances from Jason Mraz, Jack Tempchin, Billy Galewood and Uncle Dave Page, Page Against the Machine promises to have you laughing and eating popcorn. A Q&A session with Gregory Page follows the screening! Seating is limited, so get your tickets now ! You will love experiencing Gregory’s film in this brand-new, state of the art 58 seat theater. Digital Gym is a GEM!

Coronado Public Library, Coronado Cultural Arts and Bay Books present An Evening with Admiral William H. McRaven, USN (Ret.) on Thursday, August 3 at 7 p.m. at the Coronado Performing Arts Center, located at 650 D Avenue in the Coronado School for the Arts. This event is free and open to the public, and seating is general admission. Note: - There will be no book sales at this event. Admiral McRaven will sign books owned by attendees from 6:15-6:45 p.m. - Admiral McRaven's books area available for purchase prior to the event at Bay Books. Admiral McRaven is the author of Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life ... and Maybe the World, The Wisdom of the Bullfrog: Leadership Made Simple (But not Easy), The Hero Code: Lessons Learned From Lives Well Lived, Sea Stories: My Life in Special Operations, and the children's book Make Your Bed with Skipper and Seal. For more information visit: coronado.librarycalendar.com

A year ago, China lifted its draconian COVID restrictions. Many expected the country to bounce back quickly. That hasn't happened.

Fan favorite Peanuts is returning to San Diego Comic-Con, and they’re inviting you to celebrate 50 years of the Beagle Scouts with them, as well as the upcoming Apple TV+ series CAMP SNOOPY, with merchandise, a pop-up, panel, and more. In the Gaslamp, Peanuts will be setting up camp at 200 J. Street, Suite 105 for a "Camp Snoopy" and “Beagle Scouts” pop-up. Attendees will find plenty of activities, with bird spotting (how many Woodstocks and his fellow Beagle Scout bird friends can you spot?), learning how to read a Peanuts-themed compass, and a writing-letters home station (“Send cookies!”). The offsite will also feature merch, including an adorable Woodstock Youtooz plush, Pintrill pins of Snoopy and the Beagle Scouts; iron-on merit badges; a Snoopy canteen; a compass; a burritote (for keeping your burrito warm, of course!). And with prices ranging from $10 to $25, you can snag what you want while still saving some pennies for the booth merchandise. The pop-up will be open Thursday, July 20 – Sunday, July 23 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily. On the show floor of the Convention Center, you’ll find Peanuts at Booth #1635, where you’ll be a happy camper to discover Snoopy himself, making in-person appearances throughout the con. Fans will also get a chance to purchase even more Peanuts merchandise in celebration of the Beagle Scouts, including: Snoopy tees with a desert motif Snoopy-and-Woodstock lanyards for visitors’ Comic-Con passes Aposter of one of the original Beagle Scout comic strips, featuring Scout leader Snoopy in his sleeping bag Retro Charlie Brown checkers set Snoopy bandana Beagle Scouts trucker hat Super 7 vinyl figure; a shopping tote A compass A Snoopy burritote ABeagle Scout Youtooz plush Pintrill pins; iron-on patches A canteen A zine Copies of "Charles M. Schulz: The Art and Life of the Peanuts Creator in 100 Objects" Unique daily buttons available each day of Comic-Con

A world premiere two-person show with live music and theatrical mime elements. Set in an abandoned boxcar, Willie, a traveling hobo who once dreamed of being a circus clown, is visited by a jovial apparition, Ring, who guides him to rediscover his lost joy. A homage to Chaplin, Skeleton, and Emmitt Kelly, as well as insight into the world of hobos in 1935. Performed by renowned San Diego mime, theatre artist, and teacher Jerry Hager, who has performed locally since 1980, and award-winning musician Jason Berman (Millennial Tech Middle Teacher of the year 2022-2023, and Musical Coordinator for SDSU Performing Arts Troupe). For more information visit: mojalet.com Stay Connected on Facebook

Board Chair Nora Vargas and Vice Chair Terra Lawson-Remer, who authored the resolution in support of Newsom's "Right to Safety" amendment proposal, voted yes. Their colleagues Joel Anderson and Jim Desmond voted no.