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East County Multicultural Festival on November 4 set to host the event in El Cajon in person for the 6th year Welcome Newcomer Network is pleased to announce our 6th Multicultural Festival will take place Nov. 4, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at EJE ACADEMIES. The event will include multicultural food, cultural dance, a show of traditional costumes, story-telling, games and raffle drawings. For this year, we anticipate over 1,000 attendees. The Welcome Newcomer Network (WNN) is a working group which consists of over 40 agencies, school districts, social service organization, health facilities, and the County of San Diego. The WNN was formed to aid agencies in reaching out to our new families as they adapt to life in East County. The mission of the WNN is to encourage respect and understanding of diverse cultures through community education and new comer support coordination. Our festival was inaugurated in 2017 to salute and activate our newcomers to contribute to the community as fully empowered and engaged citizens. Our 2017, 2018, 2019 festivals were both joyous and uplifting events connecting people from so many different countries, cultures and languages, and in 2021 and 2022 we held a drive-thru event! The entertainment is provided by local musicians, school bands, dancers and poets. Our festival is a truly exhilarating display of the harmonious possibilities for San Diego’s fast-growing hub for our refugee and immigrant populations. It is critical that we spread some good feeling in today’s divisive climate. Help us spread the word and join us in celebrating and empowering our newcomer voices to participate fully in weaving the fabric of this amazing diverse community. For more information on the Multicultural Festival, please contact the team or Dilkhwaz Ahmed. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

A 35-year-old man has been charged after he allegedly set fire to a door outside the senator's office on Friday, trapping people inside and damaging the building. No injuries were reported.

Pickleball noise is pitting homeowners against players, and some disputes are winding up in court.

Known best for her story quilts depicting African American experiences and feminine life, she also created paintings, sculpture and children's books. She was 93.

The self-proclaimed misogynist — who faces several allegations of sexual assault in multiple jurisdictions — will be extradited to the U.K. after facing trial in Romania.

Ceres Madoo is a Los Angeles based mixed media artist, who describes herself as a mix of a mix. West Indian, American, Black, Indian, Jewish and Mormon, like her art work, Ceres’ personal identity defies categorization. With a BA from UC San Diego ('89) and an MFA from Rutgers University, her conceptual, fluxus, critical educational roots happily collide with her inherent interests in non-western art, folk and craft methodologies. Ceres teaches and works in all mediums. This year, her primary focus has been in working in ceramics and painting with a re-imagination of what it means to be a human creature. For more information visit: visarts.ucsd.edu

Moises Esparza looks back on ten years of programming for San Diego Latino Film Festival to curate a list of film recommendations.

Lori Vallow Daybell's husband could potentially face the death penalty over the killings of two children and his former wife.

Coronado Historical Association Presents: 🎉 100th Birthday Block Party on Park Place 🎉 Honoring CHA's Model T Laundry Truck Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime event! Help us celebrate the 100th birthday of the iconic Model T Laundry Truck with an unforgettable afternoon filled with history, fun, and community spirit! Event Highlights: 🕰️ Time Travel: Step back in time and explore the remarkable history of the truck that revolutionized laundry services in Coronado. 🎶 Live Music: Enjoy toe-tapping tunes from the era and get your groove on! 🍰 Birthday Cake: Savor a delicious birthday cake, specially baked to honor the occasion. 📸 Photo Booth: Capture the memories with friends and family at our 1920s-themed photo booth. 🎁 Prizes and Surprises: Get a chance to win exciting prizes and experience some delightful surprises throughout the afternoon. 🤝 Community Bonding: Connect with fellow families and history enthusiasts and celebrate a century of memories. 🍺 1920s Speakeasy: With a VIP ticket you will have access to CHA's 1920s Speakeasy. VIP tickets include 2 drinks. Be sure to wear your 1920s-inspired costumes! There will be prizes for best costume. Save the date and be part of this incredible milestone in Coronado's history! This is an event you won't want to miss. Join us in commemorating the legacy of the Model T Laundry Truck and celebrating its 100 years of service to our community. See you there! 🎂🚗🎈 Tickets: Family (Includes 2 VIP Adult Tickets with access to the Speakeasy, 2 Child Tickets, and 1 Laundry Truck Pin) - $75 Child (Must be purchased with an Adult or Family Ticket) - $10 Adult - $20 VIP Adult (Includes a Laundry Truck Pin & access to the Speakeasy) - $30 Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Some attendees and vendors said the pop culture convention benefitted from the absence of studios and celebrities.