SAN DIEGO – The most anticipated event of the year is here through this weekend in San Diego. Or maybe not a “big deal” for us locals. But Comic Con is here whether we attend or not. My husband and kids have gone for years and now my brother in-law and family are also “big fans”. I hope to see some pictures of Gal Gadot (Wonder Woman) look a-likes.
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Public Service Announcement: Please be patient with the out-of-towners when out and about. Be cautious when driving around the Convention Center, and of course, have a “nerdy” good time.
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Coastal Roots Farm announces that farm eggs and eggplants are back. Farm stand hours are 12 p.m., on Thursdays and 10 a.m., on Sundays. With new flocks of chickens, eggs are now available on Sundays only and are limited to ½ dozen per customer. There is also an abundant variety of summer veggies that include eggplants, zucchinis, tomatoes, onions cucumbers and more. Click here for more information about the Jewish-themed farm in Encinitas.
Also, at 5 p.m., on Wednesday, July 31, Coastal Roots Farm hosts a “Paint and Nosh” with local artist and employee, Lara Lenta. This event is open to all ages and all levels of experience. Enjoy noshes and sips while painting an acrylic on canvas flower with a bee. Click here to register.
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Lawrence Family JCC ‘s “Club J” is back in session for grades TK-5 starting at 2 p.m., Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays; 12 p.m., on Wednesdays; and 2 p.m., on Fridays. Club J is an active and engaging after school program providing a safe space and nurturing to unwind, socialize with friends, complete homework with staff assistance and participate in a variety of stimulating social, cultural and recreational activities. Click here to register.
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Chabad of East County announces a July 31 deadline for its “Jewish Community Calendar.” The New Year 5785 (September 2024-September 2025) will be sent to over 2,500 homes and businesses across the eastern San Diego area. Click here to reserve your space.
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The Nova Exhibition announces it is coming to Los Angeles in August. The Nova Exhibition is an in-depth remembrance of the brutal massacre at The Nova Music Festival in Israel on October 7th. The installation sets out to recreate a festival dedicated to peace and love that was savagely cut short by a terrorist attack on that fateful day. Click here for ticket updates.
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San Diego klezmer musicians Yale Strom, Elizabeth Schwartz and Norbert Stachel will perform “Hallelujahs in the House: A Celebration of Gospel and Khasidic Music” along with other local artists, at 3 p.m., on Sunday, August 25, at Victory Fellowship Baptist Church in Detroit. Click here to register.
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Women’s Weekend Shabbaton returns Friday, November 1 through Sunday, November 3 at the Dovid Oved Retreat Center in the beautiful San Bernardino Mountains. This event is for women ages 21 and up and all levels of religious observance welcome. Click here to register and click here for questions.
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GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS
San Diego City Councilmember Sean Elo-Rivera (District 9) along with City of San Diego Councilmember Raul Campillo (District 7) announce the adoption of the City’s first comprehensive Child and Youth Strategic Plan, marking a significant step forward in ensuring the well-being and future success of San Diego’s youngest residents.
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Cailin Acosta is the assistant editor of the San Diego Jewish World.