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Mar 13 2025

San Diego County Fair Summer Concert Series to Feature Maxwell, XSCAPE & Ziggy Marley

It’s almost that time ya’ll! The 2025 Toyota Summer Concert Series at the San Diego County Fair is bringing 20 electrifying nights of music to the Corona Grandstand Stage! From Maxwell to Ziggy Marley, 2 Chainz & Lil Jon, XSCAPE, and more—this lineup is set to make Del Mar the hottest ticket of the summer! 🌟 Pre-Sale Access: Use code SUMMER (March 12-13)🎟 General On-Sale: Friday, March 14 at 10 a.m.🎡 Bonus: Concert […]

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Mar 5 2025

San Diego Trailblazer: Leon Williams, First Black City Councilmember & County Supevisor Dies at 102

Leon Williams, a political trailblazer and civil rights leader in San Diego County, has passed away at the age of 102. As San Diego’s first Black city council member and later a San Diego County Supervisor, Williams helped pave the way for future leaders in the community. In 2020, the County Board of Supervisors established

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Feb 18 2025

San Diego Links to Host Black Family Wellness Expo

(San Diego, CA) The San Diego (CA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated will host the Black Family Wellness Expo on March 8, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at KIPP Adelante Preparatory Academy. This free, family-friendly event aims to address health and economic disparities in the Black community by offering valuable wellness resources. As part of The

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Jan 8 2025

Here are some tips for staying safe during & after a wildfire

Thoughts and prayers for everyone in Los Angeles County affected by the wildfires. Home to many of our family, friends and colleagues. Let’s keep our community and our brave first responders in prayer. Below are are few resources to help during this time of need: You can also prepare for wildfires by: You can find

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Jul 23 2024

The 11th Annual Bayside Gospel Concert Aboard the Midway

San Diego, CA – Guaranteed to get you out of your seat and on your feet! The 11th Annual Bayside Gospel Concert Aboard the Midway is set to light up San Diego with “The Evolution of Gospel Music,” featuring the unparalleled talent of multiple Stellar Award winner, Beverly Crawford, known for her raw fire and

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Jul 10 2024

San Diego: 13th Annual Jazz at The Creek 2024 Venue Change (ECC)

It’s that time again for the hottest Smooth Jazz festival in San Diego, Jazz at the Creek! Now in its 13th year, the annual music festival returns on Labor Day Weekend, August 31 – September 1, 2024, with a fresh new theme: “NEW BEGINNINGS.” Advancing STEAM through youth mentorship and training in entertainment industry arts

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Jun 5 2024

Chocolate Chat Exclusive: ‘Fat Ham’ Cast on Bringing Black & Queer Narratives to Life

Can you imagine a party where the heat is blazing, plastic lawn chairs are scattered around the yard and the grill is smoking with delicious BBQ? The music is bumpin’ old school jams and you, your family and close friends are doing karaoke. Oh yeah this ain’t a regular party, it’s a cookout. But it’s

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May 30 2024

San Diego Fair Bringing It Back to the Good Ole Days: “Let’s Go Retro”

Just like Sly Stone says, “Hot Fun in the Summertime” is coming, and there’s nothing quite like a trip or two to the San Diego County Fair. A tidbit of history for you: the fair has been a San Diego tradition since 1880! Wow! This year’s theme, “Let’s Go Retro,” encourages visitors to travel through

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May 25 2024

Civil Rights Advocate Areva Martin & Special Needs Network Celebrates Milestone with Tamera Mowry & More

BEVERLY HILLS, CA – The Special Needs Network (SNN) is excited to announce the resounding success of its 16th Annual Pink Pump Affair, which took place on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at the iconic Beverly Wilshire Hotel. The “Sweet Sixteen” event commemorated sixteen years of dedicated service to families affected by autism and other developmental disabilities.

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May 25 2024

The 2nd Annual Neighborhood House Association Block Party

San Diego, CA – May 23, 2024 – Looking for a FREE, fun-filled event that’s perfect for the entire family? Look no further! Join NeighborhoodHouse Association on Saturday, June 8, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at Snapdragon Stadium – Thrive Park for the much-anticipated return of the NHA Block Party! The 2nd annual NHA Block Party promises a

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