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Best-selling award-winning children’s and young adult author Maggie Tokuda-Hall delivers the 5th Annual Clara Breed Civil Liberties Lecture, named after heroic former San Diego Public Library director Clara E. Breed. Maggie Tokuda-Hall is the author of numerous award winning children’s and YA books including "Love in the Library" and "The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea". She has been called “… one of the most unflinching voices in contemporary genre literature.” She reached national attention when she publicly refused to accept a licensing offer for "Love in the Library", from Scholastic, who demanded a series of edits to her author’s note that whitewashed the history of Japanese American incarceration during WWII. The Clara Breed Civil Liberties Lecture honors Miss Breed's triple legacy of service, decency, and advocacy on behalf of Japanese Americans wrongly imprisoned in concentration camps by the federal government during World War II. Learn more about this on our website: mysdpl.org/civilliberties. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/clara-breed-civil-liberties-lecture-ft-maggie-tokuda-hall-493943 Maggie Tokuda-Hall on Instagram

Soccer fans are invited to Moonshine Beach’s for a high‑energy World Cup Watch Party as Team USA faces Bosnia & Herzegovina on Wednesday, July 1! Doors open at 4 p.m., with kickoff at 5 p.m. on the venue’s massive outdoor big screen. Expect a lively beach‑bar atmosphere, patriotic crowd energy, and drink specials including 5‑can buckets of Buena Cerveza for $25, Bud Light, Michelob Ultra or Budweiser for $30 and Sun Cruiser for $35. It’s an ideal open‑air setting for cheering on the red, white and blue with friends and fellow fans in the heart of Pacific Beach! Moonshine Beach on Facebook / Instagram

Join us at Piper for an intimate culinary collaboration with Uka Sake, where innovative coastal cuisine meets the refined elegance of premium Japanese sake. This one night only dinner experience celebrates balance, seasonality, and craftsmanship through a meticulously designed multi course menu. The evening begins with a trio of playful passed bites, each thoughtfully paired with the bright, expressive character of Uka sake. Guests will savor a sake cured salmon cornette kissed with yuzu kosho and chives, a dramatic flambéed oyster enriched with XO mignonette and sansho pepper, and a whimsical Kejora sweet potato bomboloni glazed with aged balsamic. A warm interlude follows as Piper’s kitchen presents an indulgent steamed bun with caviar and bone marrow butter, bridging comfort and luxury. The progression continues with a geoduck crudo, accented by rhubarb, green strawberry umeboshi, and a refreshing tomato–olive oil granita—an exploration of oceanic delicacy and vibrant acidity. For the second course, guests enjoy charcoal grilled sable, elegantly paired with caviar, roasted leeks, and a shio koji beurre blanc that harmonizes beautifully with Uka’s nuanced sake profiles. The evening culminates in a rich, expressive finale: A5 wagyu beef accompanied by king trumpet mushroom custard and a deep black garlic bordelaise—an umami driven dish designed to complement the depth and structure of Uka’s premium selections. Throughout the night, guests will experience bespoke sake pairings and insights into Uka’s brewing philosophy, creating a journey that is equal parts sensory, educational, and celebratory. An evening for gourmands, sake lovers, and anyone who appreciates the art of a truly exceptional dining experience. Piper on Facebook / Instagram

Former Congressman George Santos has been banned from the prediction market site Kalshi for life. The betting site announced several enforcement actions against suspected insider traders.

This market is held annually to support small businesses by showcasing local crafters and artists. It's the perfect occasion for guests to purchase gifts for the holidays while supporting local businesses. Visit: https://www.niwa.org/holiday-market Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

San Diego Board Chair Lawson-Remer says recent federal cuts will cause tens of thousands of individuals in the county to lose access to affordable healthcare. What can be done to restore it? Then, we bring you the details of a new partnership that was approved by county supervisors this week. Plus, the need for renewable energy clashes with the choice to preserve a community’s history in far east San Diego County. Finally, the La Jolla Playhouse has announced its next artistic director.

With the buzz of the final in the air, we celebrate the beautiful game with music from countries that have won the World Cup in recent years. Look for Tiny Desk Radio on your local NPR station.

About the speaker: Alex Villafuerte (he/him) is the Executive Director of Pacific Arts Movement, home of the San Diego Asian Film Festival (SDAFF), now in its 26th year as one of the largest showcases of Asian and Asian American cinema in North America. A Filipino American executive with nearly a decade of nonprofit and community leadership, Alex has advanced cultural equity through film, coalition-building, and advocacy for underrepresented communities. Since becoming Executive Director in 2023, Alex has overseen the organization’s 25th anniversary celebrations, launched new community access programs such as free tickets for high school-aged youth and younger, and deepened partnerships across Southern California’s arts and cultural sectors. Under his leadership, Pac Arts continues to present hundreds of films annually, nurture the next generation of filmmakers through Reel Voices, and bring global stories to local audiences. Beyond Pac Arts, Alex is co-chair and a founding member of the San Diego API Coalition, convening more than 50 AA & NHPI-serving organizations to foster collaboration and capacity-building across the region. His career has included leadership roles with San Diego Pride, the Asian Business Association San Diego, and NQAPIA, where he has championed intersectional communities and amplified underrepresented voices. He also serves on the Board of Directors of Diversionary Theatre and on the Trustee Advisory Council for the San Diego Community College District. Born in Oʻahu and raised in San Diego, Alex is a proud graduate of Morse High School and San Diego State University, where he earned a B.A. in Economics. CreativeMornings | San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

This film presents a fond and informative portrait of pioneering female jazz trumpeter Clora Bryant, a proponent of West Coast jazz whose early stints with the International Sweethearts of Rhythm led eventually to collaborations with Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker, among others. Rich with tunes and anecdotes, the documentary handsomely details Bryant’s long journey in music and her influence on generations of musicians. UCSD prof and filmmaker Zeinabu irene Davis will be in attendance. The only reason Ms. Bryant isn't better known is because she's a woman. Part of "More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series," an engaging public library 6 month film series exploring the sweeping history and evolution of African diasporic music. It traces the journey of rhythm and sound from the West African roots of the banjo to the electronic beats of modern house and funk music. More info on the series: https://sandiego.events.mylibrary.digital/series?si=&sn=More+than+Rhythm%3A+A+Black+Music+Series

Discover the ancient art of Qigong and its profound spiritual and health benefits! This immersive experience will guide you through gentle movements and powerful meditations, fostering a harmonious flow of Divine Light and vital life force (Ch’i) throughout your body. Qigong exercises are moving meditations that accentuate the natural energetic flows and rhythms of the auric field to keep you in body, mind and soul in harmony. Through the power of your aura, you manifest everything in life. Qigong enhances your aura to help embody the attributes of the Divine Light and walk in greater step with the cosmic dance of life. What you will experience: Gentle Qigong movements that release tension, improve circulation, and enhance flexibility. Movement of the Ch’i, similar to the health benefits of the meridian system in acupuncture. Release of energetic blockages that may be hindering your spiritual evolution. Tapping into the universal life force (often referred to as Fohat in esoteric traditions) to align with your highest purpose. Each session opens and closes with a Divine Light meditation. Wear comfortable clothing. If joining online, please leave space to perform the exercises presented. Amelie Catheline is a Qigong and Tai Chi teacher in North County San Diego, CA. She guides students to calm their mind through gentle movements and deepen the connection to their body. Amelie trained with Marie-Laure Jousset and Francois Maurios at Ecole Equilibre and Chemins de Vie, practicing Yang Shaohu style Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong of the Mindful Health since 2010. She studied at the White Dragon Martial Art School’s Yang Style Tai Chi for eight years reaching the Senior Black Fringe level. Spiritual Arts Institute on Facebook / Instagram