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The suffering of America's gun violence crisis is concentrated in Black neighborhoods damaged by decades of disinvestment and racial discrimination. Trump is unravelling efforts to solve the problem.

Cafe con Pam Live Experience celebrates 8 years of empowering stories and meaningful connections through the globally recognized podcast, Cafe con Pam. Taking place on October 13, 2024, at Marina Village in San Diego, this special event offers a transformative experience where attendees will participate in Pam's Own Your Voice Workshop, to write their vision for their most aligned life. The day will also include a tea experience from Tadin Teas, a vegan and gluten-free lunch from Brujas Cocina, and conclude with a live podcast recording featuring special guests, Ashley Nell Tipton and Daisy Romero from El Cholo’s Kid. It’s the perfect blend of celebration, personal growth, and community. Visit: https://ccp8years.heysummit.com/ Cafe con Pam on Instagram and Facebook

Did you know that one blood donation can save up to three lives? Or that someone in the United States needs blood every two seconds? You can help save a life by donating blood at your library. Sign up online at redcrossblood.org, using the sponsor code MVLIBRARY. Audience: Adults Location: Community Room Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/american-red-cross-blood-drive-385776 American Red Cross on Instagram and Facebook

Come learn about how the Mission Valley Friends of the Library support our mission! This meeting is both in-person and on Zoom. If you would like a Zoom link so that you can participate, please email MissionValleyFriends@gmail.com. Audience: This event is recommended for adults. Children are welcome! Location: Seminar Room B Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/mission-valley-friends-library-monthly-meeting-400025

Ninety-five percent of the more than 800 eucalyptus species are native to Australia, New Zealand, and nearby Southeast Asian Islands. This tour examines how and why they became one of the most common coastal trees in California and why they inspire such passionate debate among their supporters and detractors. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the second Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 90 minutes and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. It is advised that potential attendees contact the Balboa Park Visitors Center prior to the scheduled walk to determine if there are any last-minute changes or cancellations to the tours. Visit: Forever Balboa Park Forever Balboa Park on Instagram and Facebook

Celebrate New Year's Eve in style at The Marine Room with an elegant 4-course prix fixe dinner. Delight in sophisticated dishes such as Grilled Chicory Salad, Miso-Glazed Tasmanian Sea Trout, and Triple Mousse Cake, with optional enhancements like Lobster Thermidor and Winter Black Truffle. Guests can also enjoy a curated wine pairing to elevate the experience. Pricing starts at $195 per person, with the wine pairing for an additional $95. A kids' menu is available upon request. The special NYE dinner will be available on December 31st from 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., with live music from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Make your New Year’s Eve unforgettable at this iconic San Diego oceanfront destination. Additionally, La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club is offering a New Year’s Eve Stay The Night Package, exclusively on December 31st, where guests can enjoy a one-night stay, complete with two complimentary welcome drinks upon arrival, and dinner for two at The Marine Room. Visit: https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=23464&restref=23464&experienceId=393215&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared&_ga=2.97317471.1950226661.1735334790-1597459002.1735334790 The Marine Room on Instagram and Facebook

When do compromises turn into full-blown capitulation? Daniel Kehlmann's new novel draws on the true story of German film director G.W. Pabst.

San Diego New Music and the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library present the 2025 soundON Festival, exploring cutting-edge contemporary music from around the world. Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of San Diego New Music and the 25th Anniversary of San Diego New Music's ensemble-in-residence NOISE with all-time favorites alongside brand-new works. Enjoy three nights of concerts in two separate locations in San Diego! Housing for artists is generously provided by Ann Craig and Garna Muller. The soundON festival is partially underwritten by Garna Muller. Thank you to our Friends of soundON—Julia S. Falk, Ph.D., Drs. Sally and Einar Gall, Christian Hertzog and Susan Dorin, Garna Muller, Catherine and Robert Palmer, Erika and Fred Torri, Eric Starr and Sarah Skuster—and to the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library for their continued support. Thank you to Ann Craig and Garna Muller, to San Diego State University for providing rehearsal space and instruments, and to the University of San Diego for providing audio equipment. NOISE (Ensemble-in-Residence) Christopher Adler, piano Lisa Cella, flute Franklin Cox, cello Colin McAllister, classical guitar and conductor Mark Menzies, violin Morris Palter, percussion Robert Zelickman, clarinet GUEST ARTISTS Duo Entre-Nous: Jackie Glazier, clarinet, and Don-Paul Kahl, saxophone Matt Kline, conductor Stephanie Aston, mezzo-soprano Ryan Nestor, percussion Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/sound-on Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

World Premiere Music and Dance First up, the evocative, mysterious Tangata. Tango and Ballet come together to create a world of dangerous beauty within the sensual music of Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla. Then, Carnival of the Animals gets a new life, set to a world premiere Latin jazz score by San Diego’s own trumpeter and composer Gilbert Castellanos with the Gilbert Castellanos Quartet. Join us on this dazzling look at the animal kingdom through the lens of Latin rhythms. The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center located at 7600 Fay Ave. La Jolla, Ca. 92037 Schedule: February 15 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Visit: https://sandiegoballet.org/carnival-of-the-animals-and-tangata/

Native San Diegans showed us how plants can build and heal. Their medicines continue to this day.