NASA Photo from 2007 showing Southern California wildfires. Via Wikipedia
Can We Talk about Climate Change Before the Next Round of Wildfires?
It’s the time of year when the smell of smoke in the air makes many of us afraid. The Santa Ana (Southern California) and (Northern California) Diablo winds become more frequent in October, with humidity and the temperature rising and falling through each week.
Our state’s “fire season” used to run from June to October is now a year-round threat due to a mixture of perennial drought and increasing development near canyons and on hillsides surrounded by brush and forest.
Ten years ago, thirty wildfires in Southern California burned near one million acres. Five massive fires in San Diego (there were others throughout Southern California) destroyed more than 2500 structures in the space of a week, starting on October 20th. More than 600,000 people were ordered to evacuate their homes.
In the last week, wildfires in Northern California have destroyed more than 7,000 structures and left at least 42 people dead.
The fossil fuel apologists running our government and their compatriots in the echo chamber otherwise known as Fox News have waved away meaningful discussion about the connections between climate change, wildfires in the west, and hurricanes in the Atlantic.
“It’s too soon,” they say, mimicking the approach used by the National Rifle Association and their toadies after every mass shooting.
Those of living through these disasters know better. Somehow, we’ve got to break through the “I’ve got mine, eff the rest of you” mentality in this country.
Here’s a good summation of what’s going on, via Media Matters:
Many scientists have pointed to climate change as a significant factor that’s intensifying fires like those in California. Columbia University bioclimatologist Park Williams, who co-authored a study last year that found climate change was markedly worsening wildfires in the American West, talked to McClatchy about the California fires last week: “The fingerprint is definitely there,” Williams said. “The connection between temperatures and fire is one we see again and again in the correlation analyses we do.”
California Gov. Jerry Brown emphasized the connection last week: “With a warming climate, dry weather and reducing moisture, these kinds of catastrophes have happened and will continue to happen,” he said.
And five of California’s biggest papers have published editorials clearly connecting the dots between this year’s out-of-control wildfire season and climate change.
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Happy Birthday!
The 2007 fires are significant to many of us around here for another reason. The angst, anger, and sense of needing to do something led to the rebirth of the OB Rag as an online publication. About five years later the San Diego Free Press grew out of the important work done by Frank Gormlie, Patty Jones, and numerous others in Ocean Beach. So I’m want to acknowledge the 10 year anniversary of the OB Rag. You should read the article on how it all started.
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Check out this week’s Progressive Calendar listings below. Following those listings are upcoming events of national importance, along with opportunities for organizational involvement.
Get your event listed: I try to list the next 10 days or so of mostly non-commercial events I think our readers might find of interest. I source my material from social media listings and press releases. Club meetings will be listed IF there are speakers and they are open to the public.
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Events that are listed on Facebook as ‘private’ or sold-out are not listed. In cases where there are competing but similar events or campaigns of the progressive persuasion, I do my best to list everything.
October 20
La Habitación – 100 Years of Mexican History
Friday, October 20 – Thursday, October 26
Digital Gym Theater
2921 El Cajon Boulevard
For More Information (Tickets/Showtimes)
In this anthology film, eight directors capture 100 years of Mexican history through the eyes of individuals who have occupied the same room at different time periods. This unforgettable film features segments directed by Daniel Giménez Cacho and Carlos Carrera with amazing performances from Sofia Espinoza, Noe Hernández, and Osvaldo de León.
Eight different stories that take place in the same room and in a different period of modern Mexican history.
Shoresh/The Ground is On Fire
Friday, October 20, 7pm
Centro Cultural de La Raza
Park Boulevard (Balboa Park)
For More Information
Shoresh (Uprising in Farsi) / The Ground is on Fire is a performance by the playwright and director Nasim Aghili and the visual artist and set designer Björn Karlsson, both international artists based in Stockholm, Sweden.
This once censored, politically charged performance connects civil disobedience on a global scale. Shoresh is a production which denounces police brutality and allies with those who fight against racism. It portrays the right to use mobilization and protest to demand a dignified life.
*****DOORS CLOSE AT 7:45PM TO START PERFORMANCE*****
October 21
Alianza Rapid Response Organizing Conference
Saturday, October 21, 10am
Universidad Popular Centro
1234 North Santa Fe Avenue (Vista)
For More Information (Tickets)
Please join us to receive training on developing alert systems in your cities and neighborhoods.
At the conference you will learn:
– How to organize an Alianza Confirmation Team (A.C.T.) to confirm and document police checkpoints or immigration enforcement activities.
– How to write up an alert that is effective and proactive.
– How to access and use a text message list.
– How to use social media effectively for alerting and communicating with the community.
– How to develop graphics and memes for online use.
– How to work with the attorneys and allies in support of community members that need legal assistance.
– How to fund and structure your own alert system.
San Diego Original Black Panther Party
Community Empowerment Breakfast Program
Saturday, October 21, 10am
Bonnie Jean Soul Food
1964 54th Street (Oak Park)
For More Information
Please come out and enjoy some community sharing, of issues which affect our community. Also, get some Black Panther Party history, while enjoying the great tasting soul food of Sista Bonnie Jeans soulful restaurant!
San Diego County Democratic Party Convention
Saturday, October 21, 8:30am-5pm
California Center for the Arts
340 North Escondido Boulevard (Escondido)
For More Information (Tickets)
Workshops – “Rise Up & Reach Out!”
– The Future of Single Payer Healthcare
– From Grassroots Energy to Election Victories
– The National, State, and County Dem. Parties
-Update on Statewide Electoral Reforms Cannabis in California
-Latino Voter outreach and turn out.
Rally With Rueben
Saturday, October 21, 10am
California Center for the Arts
340 North Escondido Boulevard (Escondido)
For More Information
Rally up a storm with CA Secretary of State candidate Ruben Major and team. Bring signs and yourself. We’ll bring food and beverage as we celebrate the campaign kick-off for the paramedic- turned -politician. Ruben is for safe and secure elections.
Annual Project Trans BBQ
Saturday, October 21, 11:30am
Balboa Park – Sixth & Quince
(Look for the trans flag)
For More Information
We will provide hotdogs and hamburgers. Please bring a potluck item to share, or donate the plates, napkins, cups, drinks (no one will be turned away for not bringing anything). Bring games to play, blankets, lawn chairs and pop tents. Everyone is welcome, including friends and family.
Love is Love; Songs of Liberty and Hope. An ACLU Benefit Concert
Saturday, October 21, 7pm
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of San Dieguito
1036 Solana Drive (Solana Beach)
For More Information
“Love is Love, Songs of Liberty and Hope”
Featuring:
Hima Joshi and Christine Lehman, sopranos
Katie Klaerich, pianist
Performing works by Barber, Bernstein, Faure, Laitman, and more!
All profits benefit the American Civil Liberties Union
Suggested donation $20
October 22
Natl Protest: Stop Police Brutality, Repression, Criminalization
Sunday, October 22, 1pm
Martin Luther King Memorial Park
6401 Skyline Drive
For More Information
Hosted by Activist San Diego
The San Diego Coalition for Racial Justice is calling for everyone to mobilize on October 22nd, the National Protest to Stop Police Brutality, Repression and the Criminalization of People of Color. The coalition brings together those under the gun and those not under the gun as a powerful voice to expose the epidemic of police brutality.
We will be MARCHING from Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park to the San Diego Police Dept Southeast Station. We have amazing speakers and musicians lined up to raise awareness and create cohesion in our community.
National Day of Protest to Stop Police Brutality,
Repression and the Criminalization of a Generation
Sunday, October 22, 5pm
City Heights/Weingart Library and Performance Annex
3795 Fairmount Avenue
For More Information
Hosted By: San Diego RedneckRevolt, Fuerza, Amigos de Aztlan, The Movement Productions, Our Realities Fighting Police Brutality, United Against Police Terror, Artful Activist
October 22nd is a day that people around the nation have mobilized every year since 1996 for a National Day of Protest to Stop Police Brutality, Repression and the Criminalization of a Generation. It is crucial that we bring forward a powerful National Day of Protest in cities and towns across the U.S. to challenge the ongoing violence against the people. This October 22nd, stand with thousands across the country to express our collective outrage, creativity, and resistance in response to the crimes of this system
S.D. Indivisible October Meeting
Sunday, October 22, 1:30pm
Tiger! Tiger!
3025 El Cajon Boulevard (North Park)
For More Information
San Diego Indivisible Downtown will have their monthly chapter meeting this month at Tiger! Tiger! on the back patio. New members are invited to arrive at 1:30pm, and our meeting will start at 2:00. This venue is family friendly, so feel free to bring your young resisters.
White Perspectives on Understanding and Ending White Privilege
Sunday, October 22, Noon
Pilgrim United Church of Christ
2020 Chestnut Avenue (Carlsbad)
For More Information
ACLU of San Diego & Imperial Counties and Pilgrim United Church of Christ Forum present “White Perspectives on Understanding and Ending White Privilege” with special guests, The Reverend Robert Wright Lee, IV (great-nephew of Confederate General Robert E. Lee) and The Reverend Carl Crider (ret.). Moderated by The Reverend Madison Shockley.
Encinitas Unity Indivisible CD-49 Monthly Meeting
Sunday, October 22, 5pm
534 Hygeia Avenue (Encinitas)
For More Information (Tickets)
Enjoy meeting like-minded individuals and learn more about California’s OWN Elizabeth Warren, a candidate in California’s 76th district.
Liz will present how a true-blue progressive can unseat “do-nothing” G.O.P. incumbent Rocky Chavez in 2018. Please bring a healthy potluck dish. Social hour begins at 5 pm and the program begins at 6 pm.
Forum: Women Running for Office
Sunday, October 22, 3:30pm
Scripps Ranch Library
10301 Scripps Lake Drive
Hosted by: Stand Up Scripps Ranch
Four panelists will discuss what it took to run and how you can support women who are running for office plus a host of other related topics. The meeting is open to all those interested in helping more women become our elected officials. The speakers are: Dede Albert, former CA State Senator; Mara Elliott, our current City Attorney; Maria Senour, current Trustee for San Diego Community College District; and Francine Busby, former Chair of the San Diego Democratic Party & former Trustee of Cardiff School Board.
October 23
Monthly Meeting
Escondido Indivisible, Together We Will and Concerned Citizens
Monday, October 23, 6pm
Chalice Universal Unitarian Congregation
2324 Miller Avenue (Escondido)
For More Information
Everyone is invited to meet and greet candidates running for office here in North County! 2018 will be here before we know it.
Ammar Campa Najjar is running for Congress against Duncan Hunter in District 50.
Paul MacNamara is running for Escondido Mayor against Sam Abed.
Consuelo Martinez is running for a seat on the Escondido City Council.
Let’s see what their plans are and be prepared to ask the candidates questions.
October 24
Uptown Democratic Club
Tuesday, October 24, 6:30pm
Joyce Beers Community Center
3900 Vermont Avenue
For More Information
We have invited the 4 candidates for County Supervisor District 4 to be our guests- Nathan Fletcher, Lori Saldana, Omar Passons and Ken Marlborough
Julian Indivisible Open Meeting
Tuesday, October 24,1pm
Community United Methodist Church of Julian
2898 Highway 78/79
For More Information
Plan to attend and bring interested friends to join you!
Black Leadership Matters
Tuesday, October 24, 4pm
Center for Intercultural Relations
5500 Campanile Drive (SDSU)
For More Information
Speakers: Dr. Luke Wood, Public Defender/Candidate for DA Genevieve Jones-Wright, Dr. Estralita Martin, City Council D4 Community Rep Mathew Gordon.
This forum was designed to give students, faculty, staff, and members of the larger San Diego community the opportunity to come together as a community to support, empower, and inspire one another and to ensure that we are creating the platform and discussions to create the next generation of Black Leaders in all sectors of our society.
Meet & Greet with Pete
Tuesday, October 24, 6pm
The Grand
351 West Main Street (El Cajon)
For More Information (RSVP)
Join Pete Beauregard, candidate for the 50th Congressional District. Bring some friends, grab a drink, meet the candidate, and ask your questions!
Pete Beauregard is a climate-change activist, peace advocate, and a man passionate about getting corporate money and influence out of politics! He is a Progressive Democrat and was elected both as an Assembly Delegate for the State party and as a pledged delegate to Bernie Sanders at the 2016 Democratic Convention. 3 of his top priorities in Congress are to get single-payer/
SDASA Monthly Chapter Meeting
Defeat Bonnie Dumanis!
Tuesday, October 24, 6:30pm
Giovanni’s Restaurant
9353 Clairmont Mesa Boulevard
For More Information
Hosted by San Diego Americans for Safe Access
SDASA is gearing up to oppose Bonnie Dumanis in the County Board Race! (and did you expect anything less?)
There is a coalition of representatives forming from across communities who have been harmed by Dumanis’s various policies. Come hear the strategy for the diverse and cohesive Dirty Dumanis Opposition Campaign from political strategist Larry Remer of The Primacy Group. SDASA has joined this coalition and we are asking for your input.
Issa Resistance Rally
Tuesday, October 24, 10am
1800 Thibodo Road #310 (Vista)
We are making a difference! Issa is feeling the heat. Let’s do this!
October 25
Tony – The Movie (Homelessness in San Diego)
Wednesday, October 25, 6pm
Lakeside Library
9839 Vine Street
For More Information
Learn about the challenges of homelessness and how the region of San Diego can address the issue. Meet the Dennis Stein, the filmmaker, and the Tony Rodriguez, featured in the film, during a Q&A following the film.
Film Synopsis – When Tony ends up homeless after losing his job as a waiter in San Diego, he is faced with the daily struggles of life on the streets. His search for housing begins but then turns into a quest for solutions to homelessness, not just for himself, but for thousands of people living on the streets across the county. The investigation takes him to the top levels of government locally, but also to regions across the country where progress is being made. What do communities do to significantly reduce homelessness? What is happening in San Diego? And does Tony find housing?
The 2017 PeaceMakers Panel
Wednesday, October 25, 6pm
Joan B Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice
University of San Diego
For More Information (Tickets)
The Kroc School’s Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (Kroc IPJ) at the University of San Diego is pleased to announce this year’s cohort of Women PeaceMakers from Afghanistan, The Gambia, Philippines and Trinidad and Tobago. Wazhma Frogh, Yamoundow Jagne Joof, Rochelle Mordeno and Sabrina Mowlah-Baksh will join the Kroc IPJ on September 24 for a seven-week residency.
Their first public event as part of the Peace exChange, the IPJ’s new event series, will be “Peace Officers, PeaceMakers, and the Power of Partnership: The 2017 Women PeaceMakers Panel”.
Climate Chat- Community Choice Energy
Wednesday, October 25, 6:30pm
3850 Westgate Place
For More Information
Hosted by SanDiego350
What is Community Choice Energy (CCE)? It is a program that brings choice and competition into the electricity marketplace. Right now SDG&E has a monopoly on that market. Also known as Community Choice Aggregation (CCA), it opens the market by allowing cities and counties to purchase power on behalf of their residents and businesses. It is also the most effective vehicle to get to our citywide goal of 100% renewable energy. Read more about Community Choice here.
This event is being sponsored by SanDiego350 and The Peace Resource Center of San Diego. During this Climate Chat, you’ll learn more about what CCE is, why SDG&E has been opposing it, how groups are working together and what you can do to get involved.
Our speaker Ty Tosdal, of Tosdal Law, represents and advises clients on energy regulatory matters and proceedings before the California Public Utilities Commission specifically related to renewable energy, electricity rates, distribution and transmission issues. He has acted on behalf of individuals, environmental organizations and alternative energy providers in these proceedings.
October Our Revolution General Meeting
in North County San Diego
Wednesday, October 25, 7pm
Indian Joe Brewing
2123 Industrial Court (Vista)
For More Information
We’re having various local candidates present their platform at ORNCSD Monthly General Meetings in the coming months. You’ll have an opportunity to ask questions after you hear their positions. In this way, you can make some decisions, early on, about which candidates merit your support. You can make a difference, when it matters most, in the campaign of your favorite candidates by contributing what you can or volunteering in whatever way you can.
The Sheriff candidate *Dave Myers* will join our Wednesday meeting to present his information and positions as one of the most thoughtful leaders in the San Diego Sheriff Department. *Pierre Pete Beauregard*, candidate for Congressional District 50 seat, currently held by Duncan Hunter, will present his positions on the issues. *Elizabeth Warren*, candidate for State Assembly District 76 seat, currently held by Rocky Chavez, will present her positions on the issues.
October 26
Chula Vista Democratic Club
General Membership Meeting
Thursday, October 26, 6:30pm
Mangia Italiano On Third
248 Third Avenue (Chula Vista)
For More Information
We will consider friendly incumbent endorsements for:
Mary Casillas Salas – Mayor of Chula Vista
Lorena Gonzalez Fletcher- CA Assembly District 80
Dr. Shirley Weber- CA Assembly District 79
Benjamin Hueso- CA State Senate District 40
Juan Vargas- US House of Representatives # 51
Susan Davis- US House of Representatives # 53
We also need your help developing a Superior Court Judge Candidate Questionaire. Plus, Presentation by Trustee Paula Hall, Sweetwater Union High School District
Encinitas Unity: Darrell Issa Street-Corner Protest
Thursday, October 26, 5pm
Encinitas Boulevard & El Camino Real (NE corner)
Please join us every Thursday to protest Darrell Issa! He was the deciding vote in the house to approve the AHCA. He is a strong ally and backer of Trump. He is the richest representative in Congress and votes party over country again and again.
We have had enough of Darrell Issa and we will vote Issa out in the coming mid-term elections next year. Please come join us with your signs, friends, neighbors and family members.
This is a friendly non-violent protest exercising our first amendment rights. Parking is available in the shopping center next to the Chase Bank and Discount Tires
October 27
AjA’s Community Event Series Featuring Kay Rufai
Friday, October 27, 6pm
4089 Fairmount Avenue (City Heights)
For More Information
AjA’s monthly community events are geared towards community building and education through social justice and art based programming. Join us for AjA’s first community event series program featuring Artist in Residence Kay Rufai!
Kay Adekunle Rufai is a British-born Nigerian who identifies as a citizen of the world, having lived in The UK, Nigeria, and America and has truly undergone immersive cultural experiences due to his nomadic wanderlustful addiction. He is a Poet, Author, Motivational Speaker, Photographer, Activist, Youth Worker and Creative Expressionist and founder of Universoul Brand which is a personal development initiative through creative arts and self-expression via exhibitions, Workshops, motivational talks and empowering events.
Kay Rufai will speak about the inception and ethos behind the T.R.I.B.E (Testing Realities Invariably Binding Everyone) concept, explorations of his experience living with 7 tribes in southern Ethiopia through videos, poetry reading, and visual immersions. There will be some opportunity for audience participation through poetry and photography to explore commonality within the audience, community, and attendees.
City Works Press Release Event
Friday, October 27, 8pm
Verbatim Books
3793 30th Street (North Park)
For More Information
San Diego City Works Press is celebrating the release of our new book, Mel Freilicher’s American Cream. Come listen to the author in San Diego’s jewel of a spot, Verbatim Books. American Cream marks the third book in acclaimed San Diego author Mel Freilicher’s trilogy of avant garde experimental historical fiction. His other two books, The Unmaking of Americans: 7 Lives and The Encyclopedia of Rebels are also on City Works Press. Freilicher’s work melds postmodernism, politics, and slapstick humor to relate a searing series of tales that take America to task for a variety of sins.
October 28
Alternative Housing Solutions – Community Event
Saturday, October 28, 9am
Market Creek Plaza
310 Euclid Avenue
For More Information
This community event will look at how Accessory Dwelling Unit’s (ADU’s), Tiny Home Villages, and Modular housing can help address San Diego County’s homelessness and housing affordability crisis
23rd Annual Dia De Los Muertos Festival
Saturday, October 28, 10am-6pm
Sherman Heights Community Center
2258 Island Avenue
For More Information
Join us for San Diego’s most authentic and longest standing Dia de los Muertos Celebration in the heart of Sherman Heights! Come embrace Mexican culture and experience a traditional celebration, honoring our departed loved ones.
This fun-filled day begins with an official blessing of the community altars, followed by live performances, food, shopping, altar tours and Day of the Dead themed workshops!
Community Strike Team in Carlsbad Barrio
Saturday, October 28, 10am
3304 Roosevelt Street (Carlsbad)
For More Information (RSVP)
Hosted by Flip the 49th Neighbors in Action and North County Latino Democrats
No experience needed! We provide training, script, walk lists, and snacks. Wear walking shoes, hats (or sunscreen) and sunglasses; and get ready to take some direct action and talk to voters!
10:00am to 10:30: Training and Preparation
10:30 to 2pm: Talking to Voters!
Getting rid of Darrell Issa depends on engaging Latinos and informing our communities about the federal issues. We just need 1000 more voters to get to the polls next year and say NO to Issa and he is gone. YOU can help make that happen!
Free Screening in North Park: Tony – The Movie
Saturday, October 28, 11:30am
The Observatory
2891 University Avenue
For More Information (Tickets)
Learn about the problem of homelessness and solutions to it at a free screening of Tony – The Movie!
11:30am Steph Johnson and The Voices of Our City Choir
12:00pm: Film Screening, plus Shine short film
1:00pm: Panel Discussion with Lisa Halverstadt of the Voice of San Diego, Jim Vargas of Father Joe’s Villages, Tony Rodrigues (featured in film), Dennis Stein (filmmaker), and others.
2:00pm: City Tacos and Mike Hess Brewing Company
Film Synopsis – When Tony ends up homeless after losing his job as a waiter in San Diego, he is faced with the daily struggles of life on the streets. His search for housing begins but then turns into a quest for solutions to homelessness, not just for himself, but for thousands of people living on the streets across the county. The investigation takes him to the top levels of government locally, but also to regions across the country where progress is being made. What do communities do to significantly reduce homelessness? What is happening in San Diego? And does Tony find housing?
SDASA’s 4th Annual Potluck in the Park
Saturday, October 28, Noon
Golden Hill Park
For More Information
Hosted by San Diego Americans for Safe Access
It’s that time of year! Fall is upon us and San Diego ASA is proud to host our 4th Annual Potluck in the Park. Please bring your chair, games, a smile and your favorite dish to share.
As always, this event is held in the beautiful and picturesque Golden Hill Park on Golden Hill Dr. in the heart of the city. The views are spectacular and there’s plenty of uncrowded space!
Enter the park at 25th and Russ and watch for the SDASA banner.
October 29
SURJ SD Show Up
Sunday, October 29, Noon
Hillcrest Farmers Market
For More Information
Hosted by Showing Up for Racial Justice
We’ll meet at the astroturf patch at the corner of Normal and Harvey Milk streets to talk to people at the Sunday Hillcrest farmer’s market about racial justice. We’ll also be passing out flyers for our November 9th event with Geneviéve Jones-Wright!
Even though it can sound scary, we’ll get a lot of appreciative folks. SURJ member Matt Warren will be leading this effort, so show up and look for the folks in SURJ t-shirts (bring your own if you have one). Get there early to pick up some delicious lunch from one of the vendors, and be prepared to park a few blocks out (a shuttle runs from the school admin building parking lot on Campus and Tyler, where there are always plenty of spots).
The Avengers
Sunday, October 29, 2pm
2251 Catalina Avenue (Vista)
For More Information (RSVP by 10/23)
Hosted by Nikki Leeds, Mustafa Nizam and Jim Hesson. Please join us Sunday the 29th to meet 3 candidates running for county election, Genevieve Jones-Wright for District Attorney, Matt Strabone for County Assessor and Dave Myers for Sheriff. These are countywide elections and some may be decided as early as the June primary. Ask your questions and join the conversation on what issues are most important in our county. This is a free event and donations to the candidates are suggested but not required.
Tony – The Movie (Homelessness in San Diego)
Sunday, October 29, 6pm
Bread and Salt
1955 Julian Avenue
For More Information
Learn about the challenges of homelessness and how the region of San Diego can truely address this issue.
Watch Tony – The Movie and then participate in a panel discussion with:
* Councilmember David Alvarez
* Advocate Michael McConnell
* Film Subject Tony Rodriguez
* Filmmaker Dennis Stein
August 2017 – Learn about how to solve homelessness in San Diego. – Film Synopsis – When Tony ends up homeless after losing his job as a waiter in San Diego, he is faced with the daily struggles of life on the streets. His search for housing begins but then turns into a quest for solutions to homelessness, not just for himself, but for thousands of people living on the streets across the county. The investigation takes him to the top levels of government locally, but also to regions across the country where progress is being made. What do communities do to significantly reduce homelessness? What is happening in San Diego? And does Tony find housing?
October 30
San Diego County LGBTQ Latinx Coalition
Monday, October 30, 6pm
The Center
3900 Centre Street
For More Information (Tickets)
Join queer, transgender, bisexual, lesbian, and gay Latinx community members, activists and leaders from across San Diego County as we work to enhance the capacity of our community’s ability to build a movement and mobilize. Together we can strengthen the educational, health, cultural, civic, political, and economic power of our LGBTQ Latinx community and the region.
This is a bilingual space. Beverages and light food provided.
Save the Date
Sunday, November 5, 10 am
Climate Mobilization March
San Diego Civic Center Plaza
For More Information
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