Get a sneak peek at the silent auction and opportunity drawing for our launch party
Plus, some detainees are pursuing deportation under ICE pressure, and youth reporters cover connections between science and pop culture at Comic-Con.
Sekon everyone!
Our launch party for Daylight San Diego is only a week away, so it’s time to talk about some of the items that will be available during our silent auction and opportunity drawing.
Before we jump into it, I want to express how grateful we are to all of these local groups for supporting our mission by donating items, gift cards and tickets. All funds raised during the event will go directly toward supporting our community-centered journalism in San Diego, helping us to tell the stories that matter most, especially in and for communities that have been historically underrepresented in mainstream media.
Craft beer lovers will enjoy a gift basket from Shogun Brewing filled with seasonal four-packs and a branded hat. If you're a fan of green tea, Matcha Cafe Maiko San Diego has donated a basket of tasty treats, stickers, a T-shirt and a gift card to the shop.
For those who like a little creativity while staying organized, Passion Planner contributed two curated gift sets — one in their “Midnight Meadow” green theme and another in “Dreamy Lilac” — featuring undated planners, journals, washi tape, stickers and highlighters.
Local Kumeyaay artist Johnny Bear Contreras from the San Pasqual Band of Mission Indians is donating a piece of art — come through to the launch party to see the work for yourself.
We also have some offerings donated by our Daylight team. There's a basket of handmade cards and notebooks from my brand Off the Mapp Cards & Gifts, and Brittany is donating a professional photo session, which is perfect for updating the family picture on your mantle.
In our opportunity drawing, we’ll have tickets from San Diego Whale Watch and La Jolla Playhouse, plus vinyl from Mo Records and Sure Fire Soul Ensemble. There are also gift cards, hats, totes and t-shirts from Common Theory, Live Local Apparel, Part Time Lover and more.
We can't wait to celebrate with you all, and we hope you'll consider bidding on these prizes or trying your luck by purchasing tickets for our opportunity drawing.
And, if you haven't reserved your sliding-scale tickets yet, don't worry — there are still some available. But, they're going fast, so make sure to reserve yours today.
— Lauren J. Mapp
Indigi-Con debuts in San Diego
Indigenous comic book artists, writers and fans came together during the inaugural Indigi-Con in downtown San Diego last week to discuss how they preserve Native history, culture and storytelling through the comic book genre. With panels touching on tribal sovereignty, federal recognition and traditional basket weaving, the event honored Native history, art and culture.
— Lauren J. Mapp
People in ICE custody are pressured into deportation
At the immigration court inside Otay Mesa Detention Center, many people are asking to give up their cases. Detainees say Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers pressure them into asking for deportation, and flyers on housing unit walls promise potential payments if they accept.
— Kate Morrissey, Capital & Main
Four teenagers stepped into the role of science reporters during San Diego Comic-Con last weekend, interviewing engineers, scientists and even the creators of “Phineas and Ferb.” As part of the Fleet Science Center’s BE WiSE program, the girls explored careers in science communication while covering panels on artificial intelligence, film, television and innovation.
— Lauren J. Mapp
From family gardening and art receptions to powerful conversations and an outdoor film screening in Chicano Park, here’s what to do in the region if you want to make space for creativity, connection and culture from Aug. 8 to 12.
— Lauren J. Mapp
States fight back in support of Planned Parenthood
California and 22 other states have filed a lawsuit challenging a Trump administration-backed provision that cuts Medicaid funding to large nonprofit clinics providing abortion services, a move they argue is targeted punishment against Planned Parenthood for its advocacy. While abortions make up only a small portion of Planned Parenthood’s services, the funding cut could significantly reduce access to basic health care like cancer screenings and sexually transmitted infection treatments for millions of low-income patients, including those who rely on Medi-Cal in the state.
— Story by Mark Kreidler, Capital & Main
Other news
A new safe parking spot opened in Grantville on Thursday, offering 20 overnight spaces for people experiencing homelessness in their vehicles, the county said. Operated by Dreams for Change on county-owned land, the site provides case management services, housing navigation and connections to other support services as part of the county’s effort to expand emergency housing options.
The city of San Diego announced parking meter rate increases within half a mile of Petco Park during special events starting in September. During events with 10,000 people or more, the rate will increase to $10 per hour for six hours starting two hours before it begins. The increased funds will be used for parking and mobility improvements in metered zones, allowing the city to use its general funds for other purposes.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers arrested a mother outside of an elementary school in Chula Vista. A reporter with inewsource spoke with other parents at Enrique S. Camarena Elementary School.
The Imperial Beach City Council replaced former Mayor Pamela Aguirre, who is now a county supervisor, with one of its own members, according to KPBS.
Upcoming Events
Aug. 8
Xareni Opening Reception: Longplay HiFi once again turns its cafe into a gallery space to host the work of Xareni. The opening reception includes musical selections from Campbell Wallace. 7 to 9 p.m. at 2547 Imperial Ave, Suite B, San Diego, CA
Aug. 9
International Day of the World’s Indigenous People: Visit the Bonita Museum & Cultural Center to enjoy Indigenous cultural exhibitions, workshops and performances. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Bonita Museum & Cultural Center, 4355 Bonita Rd., Bonita, CA 91902
Soul Food Fest: Celebrate the flavors of the African diaspora at the San Diego Soul Food Fest in North Park. The event will include a variety of food vendors offering dishes, including barbecue ribs, mac and cheese, jollof rice and desserts. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., 4044 Idaho St., San Diego, CA 92104
Aug. 10
Crafting Picnic: Queer Crafting San Diego celebrates its first anniversary with sweet treats and crafting at Kate Sessions Memorial Park. Attendees should bring current crafting projects and something to comfortably sit on. 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Kate Sessions Memorial Park, 5115 Soledad Rd, San Diego, CA 92109Vaso Robe Ceremony: The Sahapunnakari Buddhist Organization hosts its annual Vaso Robe Offering Ceremony. The event will include an offering of robes to Theravada Buddhist monks, a Dhamma talk and free Burmese lunch. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., 3743 Chamoune Ave., San Diego, CA 92105
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