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January 7, 2009
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Nonprofit Leadership & Management 2009 Open House
Think about all that you do in 90 minutes... So, why not take 90 minutes out of your day and join us for the 2009 Open House for the Nonprofit Leadership and Management Program?
Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Location: USD's Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice
A continental breakfast will be served NEW AND IMPROVED: Open House Highlights This year's event will include highlights like the new online library of portfolio and projects done by... US! We will also be including tours of beautiful Mother Rosalie Hill Hall (School of Leadership and Education Sciences Building). Please register for the Open House by clicking on this link: Nonprofit Leadership and Management Program Open House |
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2009 San Diego Multicultural Festival
Celebrate cultures from around the world at the free 11th annual San Diego Multicultural Festival on Saturday, January 17, 2009, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown San Diego. Attendees will enjoy storytellers, musicians, activity booths and a variety of food, merchant, informational and educational booths representing local to international organizations. Students from four local schools will construct Global Villages, which showcase international customs and cultures they have studied in depth. The family-friendly free festival will take place along the Martin Luther King Jr, Promenade (between Fourth Ave. and Market St. on Harbor Dr.). For more information about the festival or to learn more about vendor or sponsorship opportunities, visit www.ccdc.com and click on Special Events. |
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Sherman Heights Community Center Open House
"Reconnecting with our Vision"
Thursday, January 22nd, 2009 at 6:00pm
Special Guest: San Deigo City Council President Ben Hueso
Hosted Event Featuring: Entertainment, Refreshments, 50/50 Raff;e, and Silent Auction.
RSVP: Chelita Flores (619) 232-5181
2258 Island Avenue, San Diego, CA 92102
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Optimizing your LinkedIn Profile for Success
It is becoming standard practice for HR departments to scrutinize your LinkedIn profile as input to your application when applying for a job. In today's market it is critical that you not only have a profile, but that you've optimized it for success and tell a story about who you are in a way that makes the most impact. Speaker: Torrey Lincoln, Western Regional Sales Manager with LinkedIn, will cover the insider tactics to get the most mileage out of your profile and ensure it's working as hard as possible for you. WHEN: Thursday, January 15, 2009 11:30 AM-1:00 PM WHERE: Doubletree Hotel Mission Valley at Hazard Center- 7450 Hazard Center Drive San Diego, CA 92108 Registration Fees: AMA member$39.00, Non-Member
$49.00, Walk-ins day of event $55.00.
Please RSVP by January 13, 2009
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Youth Empowerment Summit
Friday, January 30th, 2009
8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
War Memorial Building @ Balboa Park
3325 Zoo Drive San Diego, CA. 92101
An opportunity for Youth: to talk straight about important issues; give input to the Commission on Gang Prevention and Intervention; to be celebrated for their involvement in their community
The Commission on Gang Prevention and Intervention is collaborating with San Diego City Schools, San Diego County Office of Education, Tariq Khamisa Foundation, The Children's Initiative to have a Youth Empowerment Summit at the War Memorial on January 30th, 2009. Organizations and Schools are responsible for the transportation of youth to and from the free event. Lunch will be provided. Thank you all for your interest and support!
We want your input and ideas on some important topics. Your attendance at this event will help us gather important information. You will meet a lot of youth interested in making a difference in our community and have fun.
The purpose of the Youth Empowerment Conference is to build on the assets in youth, families, and communities in order to prevent violence. This half day event will encourage youth to openly discuss key issues in the community and allow youth to discuss strategies that increase their feeling of empowerment and safety within our community. These strategies will be included in the Commission on Gang Prevention and Intervention's discussion on its Strategic Work Plan for 2009.
For more information or to request a registration form contact:
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Call for Artists!
The Coalition of Neighborhood Councils is seeking local community artists that are interested in displaying their artwork on the walls of southeastern San Diego's community hub, the Tubman Chavez Multicultural Center. Interested artists, please contact April Phomthavong at 619.325.3580, extension 410for more information. Deadline for applications is January 28, 2009.
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Marriage Equality March
Marriage Equality March on Jan. 10 and Prop. 8 Lawsuit Blog. Still burning about Prop. 8? Join the ACLU at a rally against federal government discrimination against same-sex couples on Saturday, January 10th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Details here. Interested in what's going on with the lawsuit by ACLU and others to invalidate Prop. 8? Follow our new Prop. 8 Lawsuit Blog, which we will update regularly as the case progresses. |
Community Artist Connection Television Show
January 29, 2009 6:00 PM
We will be conducting two television interviews on this date and continuing to train activists in running their own TV shows.
During our first show, Walter Davis will be hosting and interviewing Laura Thompson, Producer of this show. We will focus on Laura's plans for the show, and she'll reveal a partial guest line-up for future shows.
The second show Laura Thompson will host and a surprise guest will be interviewed. The guest has played an important part in our community by providing art/photography and music to raise funds for San Diego's homeless youth.
Expect to be at the studio between 6 PM and 10 PM in El Cajon....(you must call Laura to RSVP and directions at 619-750-6205).
We are extending the invitation to anyone interested to FREE training as a camera operator, assistant director, floor director, sound engineer, set designer, graphics generator, webcast director, and producer. Normally, you select one position and remain on it for the entire evening. You can change positions during subsequent shows.
The training is free. We only ask that you commit to helping during subsequent shows. You are always welcome to attend just to observe and be an audience member. Our objective is for you to become the producer of your own show, at some point....or.....become a crewmember on one of our other shows.
We request you call for reservations and information in advance, if you are unable to call until the day of teh show we may not be able to get back to you. Additionally, we will not be able to respond during the taping of the show.
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| Women's Caucus for Art/San Diego Planning Meeting
January 11, 2009 12:00 PM
Join us for our special planning meeting where we get together, plan activities, network and generally have a great time after we get business taken care of.
If you're an woman and an artist in San Diego County you should be a member! If you're a man and love a woman who is an artist you should be a member!
This meeting will nominate members for the 2009 board, and set the calendar of events for 2009.
Find out more about The Women's Caucus for Art at our website www.sdwca.org . Women's Caucus for Art was founded in 1972, is a national, professional organization devoted to championing the contributions of women in the arts. During 1991, in San Diego, a small group of activist women artists and art historians founded a local chapter in order to inform the public regarding the role of women in the arts throughout history.
Click Here to Learn More
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An Acoustic Performance by Los Lobos David Hidalgo & Louis Perez
 Saturday, January 10, 2009 8pm David Hidalgo and Louis Perez are the founding members and principal songwriters of Los Lobos, the legendary band from East LA that has defined Chicano rock and roll for the past 20 years. Los Lobos topped the charts with their 1987 reprise of Richie Valens' "La Bamba" and continue to be one of Southern California's greatest concert draws. Don't miss this intimate evening of stories and songs. Watch David Hidalgo perform "The Valley" on YouTube. "With the possible exception of U2, no other band has stayed on top of its game as long as Los Lobos." -- Rolling Stone Magazine Adults: $42 Youth (18 and under): Just $5 (with purchase of an adult ticket). Be sure to click "Youth tickets" from the Discount column in the check out screen. CLICK TO BUY TICKETS Group pricing: Special pricing is available for groups of 10 or more. For prices and information, call 858.668.4799.
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JFS Economic Crisis Response Program
In response to the economic crisis, Jewish Family Service is offering several programs, workshops, and services to meet the growing needs of our community. Updated December 26, 2008
If you or someone you know may benefit from one of our programs,please call the JFS Access Line at (877) 537-1818. All calls are completely confidential.
Groups & Workshop Topics Include:
Coping With Loss During this Economic Crisis
Lost Your Job? � Facing Bankruptcy or Foreclosure?
Living with Uncertainty:A Support Group for Coping During These Tough Economic Times
Career Planning and Job Search SkillsSeries of 3
Introduction to Stress Reduction
The Road to Retirement & Beyond
How to Navigate Through Today's Economic Challenges
Family "Cents": Living on a Budget
To Register or for a complete listing of available workshops CLICK HERE |
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Nonprofit Governance Symposium
Register today and kick off 2009 to a great start! This year's Nonprofit Governance Symposium is almost sold out. Begin the year by invigorating your nonprofit board.
5th Annual USD Nonprofit Governance Symposium
Governance Rocks: When you Know the Score
When: Friday, January 9 & Saturday, January 10, 2009
You may register for one or both days.
Where: University of San Diego, Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice
Registration: For online registration and event information, please visit:
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"In Our Lifetime- 2009 Inaugural Gala Celebration"
Mark the historic triumph of president-Elect Barack Obama
The Urban League of San Diego County along with the Rotary Club of Southeast San Diego, Black American Political Association of California, and the San Diego Chapter of the NAACP will host an Inaugural Gala Celebration to mark the historic triumph of President-Elect Barack Obama.
The black-tie event will take place on Tuesday, January 20, 2009, from 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm at the new Joe & Vi Jacobs Center located at 404 Euclid Avenue San Diego, CA 92114, in Market Creek Plaza. Guests will enjoy dinner, dancing, entertainment, a live video feed from Washington, DC and remarks by some of the nation's most prominent leaders at this exclusive event. Ticket prices will range between $75.00 - $100.00 per person.
The celebration will commemorate the accomplishments of African Americans leading up to this historic moment, a moment that many people did not think they would see in their lifetime.
For additional information on the "In Our Lifetime - 2009 Inaugural Gala Celebration", please use one of the contacts below.
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 Free Rubios Fish Tacos
There's another reason to cheer after the San Diego Chargers' victory over the Indianapolis Colts this weekend. Rubio's Fresh Mexican Grill plans to treat guests to a free fish taco on Wednesday from 2:30 p.m to close. The restaurant's owners said they would give the tacos away if the Bolts beat the Colts in the wild-card game on Saturday.
Hungry fans have to go to www.rubios.com and print out a coupon to take with them to Rubios's to get their free taco. |
Relay for Life Southeastern San Diego Planning Meeting
Host: American Cancer Society
Location:
Tubman Chavez Center
Euclid & Market Street
San Diego, CA 92114 US
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When: Monday, January 19, 6:00PM
Phone: 619.682.7423
Please join us as we come together as a committee to plan for the Southeastern San Diego Relay For Life of 2009.
Please RSVP so that the Tubman Chavez Center can accomodate our needs. If you have any questions please feel free to contact the Event Manager at 619.682.7423.
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Friday, January 9, 2009
12 Noon
The Economy in 2009: Is There Good News Ahead?
Ruben Barrales, President and Chief Executive,
San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce, and
Gary London, President of The London Group Realty Advisors.Joint meeting with the City Club
San Diego Hall of Champions
Balboa Park
2131 Pan American Plaza
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"Unnatural Causes: Is Inequality Making us Sick?"
"Unnatural Causes: Is Inequality Making Us Sick?"
a talk presented by Sandra Daley, M.D. (UCSD's Chief Diversity Officer)will be held at UCSD's Biomedical Library on campus in La Jolla
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Obama Inagural Live Broadcast at the San Diego Public Library
Due to strong community interest in the Inaugural of President-Elect Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States on Tuesday, January 20th, the San Diego Public Library will host several exciting events to mark that momentous occasion. The Library envisions San Diego residents from all walks of life attending the many events, fostering fellowship and entering in dialogue with one another each other.
The community at large is invited to attend some of the most imaginative inaugural events occurring in the San Diego area at Rancho Bernardo, Malcolm X and City Heights, three of the largest branch libraries in the system that have partnered with a diversity of community groups, including artists and performers, to mark the historic day.
Rancho Bernardo Branch Library at 17110 Bernardo Center Drive, San Diego, CA 92128-2002, will broadcast the televised inauguration live and replay the recorded version soon after for those who missed it. For more information call 858-538-8163.
Valencia Park/Malcolm X Branch Library at 5148 Market St., San Diego, CA 92114-2209, envisions a daylong hour by hour inauguration day from 12:00 noon to 7:00 pm including performance segments each hour, food, educational components, musical components, the recorded swearing-in ceremony, etc., elected and community leaders, community "open mic" for residents to share their views, and on-site video documentation for those who wish to record their impressions regarding the once-in-a-lifetime election of the new president. For more information call 619-527-3405.
City Heights/Weingart Branch Library Performing Annex at 3795 Fairmount Ave., San Diego, CA 92105-2605, will cap off the day's activities from 7:00 to 10:00 pm with an evening inaugural ball with the taped ceremony, food, and live blues and salsa music. Please RSVP to the Performance Annex at 619-641-6103.
Learn about other events at the San Diego Public Library's Central Library and 35 branches, find links to numerous additional resources, or search for materials in the Library's catalog online at
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WHAT IS LA VOZ? La Voz is a personal e-mail list that over the last 12 years has worked towards keeping the San Diego non-profit, Latino, and community at large connected . It consists of e-mail contacts that include students, educators, elected officials and their representatives, media, organizers and activist, clergy, non-profit executive directors, and business leaders. La Voz consists of three weekly e-mails consisting of community events, grant and funding opportunities, and job opportunities. Additionally La Voz reserves the right to send out ocassional e-mails on behalf of its community partners and sponors. The majority of the e-mails are San Diego based but are increasingly becoming more diverse in geographic origin and relevance.The e-mails sent out are done as a free service and are not connected to any particular organization. | |
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