Newsletter: Our burnout conversation is happening tonight!
Plus, what the streets of Chula Vista looked like during Mexico's World Cup match against England.
Tonight is the night! We hope to see you for “A Light on Mental Health and Burnout,” our free, community conversation at San Diego Made Factory from 6 to 8 p.m.
Why are we talking about burnout? We've heard from many of you that navigating burnout is limiting your ability to thrive at work, at home or in community.
In a society that teaches us that value comes from productivity, it can be difficult to let go of the need to be always producing something. In a moment when volunteering and mutual aid work feels so urgent because of what's at stake for the people needing help, it can be hard to take time to rest. In an information ecosystem where negative news is hitting your feeds constantly, it can be tempting to disengage completely for peace of mind even if you want to be involved.
How do we find balance? How do we support each other in getting there? These are some of the questions that we hope to navigate together this evening.
We'll start with a sound bath meditation hosted by Arielle Cook. Then we'll hear from our panelists Jessica Denise Dickson, Latoya Mckelvin-Westpoint, Nancy Phung-Smith and Olivia Steadman-Oladipo. You can learn more about them on our event page. We'll wrap up the event with a group activity to discuss and process together.
It's free to attend, but we recommend RSVPing to ensure that you have a seat.
We're also excited to announce that Valkyrie Yoga generously donated four 5-class packs for our community. Their classes include yoga and breathwork — two practices that can help people slow down, reconnect and care for their well-being.
Want a chance to win? Become a paid Daylight member today and attend the event, and you'll receive a free opportunity drawing ticket. See you tonight!
— Kate Morrissey
LGBTQ+ youth mental health is suffering
San Diego County LGBTQ+ youth were in dire need of a new kind of mental health support in the early 2000s. What community leaders saw then is that many LGBTQ+ youth didn’t feel affirmed and loved, and a lack of support systems continues to impact their mental health today amid political actions aimed at rolling back civil rights.
— Sam Barney-Gibbs
San Diego Bird Alliance hosted a native plant scavenger hunt at Otay Valley Regional Park to encourage communities to support the growth of native plant species. The self-guided tour featured San Diego’s official flower — the Blue-eyed Grass — and offered attendees a chance to learn more about different native plant and bird species.
— Rami Alarian
The San Diego California Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, an iconic landmark right off of Interstate 5 and long-time mystery to many San Diegans, is open to the public until July 11. Commonly known as the Mormon temple, it’s been over 30 years since community members have been allowed inside. The open house is a rare opportunity to visit the sacred space, and it has garnered the attention of tens of thousands of visitors.
— Jenna Ramiscal
Cheering for Mexico in Chula Vista
Crowds gathered at Chula Vista bars, restaurants and other community areas along Third Avenue to watch the FIFA World Cup match between Mexico and England. Despite the game's outcome, fans erupted on the streets in support of Mexico afterward.
— Rami Alarian
Otay Mesa Detention Center sold
The private prison company CoreCivic has sold two of the largest immigration detention facilities in California to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in a deal worth $1.5 billion, the company announced Monday. CoreCivic said it anticipates that the sale of the Otay Mesa Detention Center in San Diego County and the California City Detention Facility in Kern County will bring the company an estimated net proceeds of approximately $1.1 billion.
— Story by Wendy Fry and Nigel Duara, CalMatters
Immigrants who were detained during Operation Metro Surge are finding shelter and ways back to Minnesota through a community network.The United Nations is calling for independent investigations into deaths that occur in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody. The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship, protecting the children of immigrants from statelessness. Here's what happened last week in immigration news.
— Jenna Ramiscal
From Black Pride celebrations to an Encanto block party, San Diegans have many options this week to let loose, wiggle and groove.
— Jenna Ramiscal
Other news
The city of San Diego is using money raised from 2020's Measure C vote to replace general fund spending on homelessness rather than supplementing it with additional funding, Voice of San Diego reported.
Sleep cabins in Pacific Beach will house street cleaners who are working their way out of homelessness, KPBS reported.
A judge hearing a wrongful death case involving an in-custody beating called on San Diego County supervisors to attend ordered settlement talks, The San Diego Union-Tribune reported.
Waymo is beginning driverless testing of its fleet in San Diego, The San Diego Union-Tribune reported.
KPBS’ podcast The Finest reported that warehouse company Costco is inspiring community-building. University of California San Diego has a student club for Costco runs.
Upcoming Events
July 10
Heated Rivalry Vinyl Release Parties — "Gone to the Cottage": Indie record stores across the U.S. and Canada are celebrating the vinyl release of the "Heated Rivalry" soundtrack with freebies, activities, signed prizes and the chance to meet fans. July 10 - 12. 6 p.m., July 10, Track City Records, 105 W. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; noon, July 11, Re-Animated Records, 8320 La Mesa Blvd., La Mesa, CA 91942; 5 p.m., July 11, M-Theory Music, 827 W. Washington St., San Diego, CA 92103; 12 - 3 p.m., July 12, Soul Side Vinyl, 3535 Adams Ave., San Diego, CA 92116
San Diego Black Pride Weekend: San Diego Black Pride is hosting its annual weekend celebration centering Black LGBTQ+ makers. Vendor applications are open via this link. July 10 - 12, Waterfront Park, 1600 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA 92101
WTO/99 Screening with Filmmaker Q&A: Digital Gym Cinema is screening the archival documentary "WTO/99" about how tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets in Seattle in 1999 for four days to protest the World Trade Organization. After the screening, producer Alex Megaro will answer questions over Zoom. Tickets are available online. 7 p.m., Digital Gym Cinema, 1100 Market St., San Diego, CA 92101
San Diego Black Pride Mini Ball: San Diego Black Pride is hosting a ballroom competition themed "Unbound & Unlimited," featuring runway, face, realness, performance, best dressed and sex appeal categories for both new and experienced walkers. Tickets are available online. 8 p.m., Liberty Station Chapel, 2881 Roosevelt Road, San Diego, CA 92106
July 11
Career Readiness Workshops: Live Well San Diego's Central Region Community Leadership Team is hosting a summer youth workshop series for ages 16-24 covering financial literacy, resume building, interview skills, social media, professional presence, health, wellness and technology. Registration, which includes an assessment, is available online. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays, July 11 - Aug. 1, Elementary Institute of Science, 608 51st St., San Diego, CA 92114
Ghibli Fest: Manic Pixie Dream Market is hosting a Studio Ghibli-themed market with merch, piercings, art, jewelry, vintage finds, food, drinks and a photo booth. Attendees are encouraged to dress as their favorite forest spirit, fairy or witch. The event is free, and the first 50 guests will receive goodie bags. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., 3366 Adams Ave., San Diego, CA 92116
Kids Entrepreneurship Learning Session: City Farmers Nursery is hosting a free, drop-in workshop where kids can meet business owners, including Sam Tall of City Farmers and Cris Juarez of Inecui Floral, to learn what it takes to become an idea presenter or maker vendor at the nursery's summer fair. Attending this session qualifies kids to participate in Kids Entrepreneurship Day on Aug. 15. No RSVP needed. 11 a.m. - noon, City Farmers Nursery, 3110 Euclid Ave., San Diego, CA 92105
Frida's Birthday Art Walk: All for Logan is hosting a self-guided art walk to celebrate Frida Kahlo's birthday, featuring local galleries, murals, small businesses, DJ sets, a bookmark workshop and a Frida look-alike contest. Noon - 7 p.m., Logan Avenue Cultural Corridor, San Diego, CA 92113
North Park Record Fair: Chakasonica Fronterizx is hosting a record fair at North Park Mini Park as part of the North Park Sustainable Market hosted by Viridian Productions. Noon - 4 p.m., North Park Mini Park, 3812 29th St., San Diego, CA 92104
Force of July Volume 4: Full Force San Diego is hosting its annual summer dance battle in which competitors will face off in 1v1 footwork and 3v3 breaking battles. The event is free to watch, and competitors can register for $25 for one category or $35 for both. 1 - 7 p.m., Memorial Bowl, 373 Park Way, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Noche Cubana: Omo Ache is hosting an evening of Cuban music, dance, food and culture. The evening includes a salsa class as well as performances by Omo Aché Afro-Cuban Music & Dance Co., Juan Carlos y Sus Rumberos, Martin Aguilera and Valeria Corona. 5 - 11 p.m., La Vie Dance & Culture Studio, 1255 W. Morena Blvd., San Diego, CA 92110
July 12
Tio's Knife Sharpening: City Farmers Nursery welcomes Tio, a professional tool sharpener with culinary experience, to sharpen knives, gardening shears and pruners of any size. Pricing ranges from $6 to $10 per item depending on size and condition; cash and card accepted. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., City Farmers Nursery, 3110 Euclid Ave., San Diego, CA 92105
Mosquito Ecology and Diversity: City Farmers Nursery is hosting local researcher Natalie Castillo for a class on mosquito biology, diversity and ecology in California, including which species are found in San Diego and what habitats promote their abundance. Free to attend, no RSVP required. 10 - 11 a.m., City Farmers Nursery, 3110 Euclid Ave., San Diego, CA 92105
Encanto Block Party Music Festival: The San Diego Black Arts + Culture District, in partnership with Council District 4, presents a full day of community, music, culture and connection at Marie Widman Park. Noon - 7:30 p.m., Marie Widman Park, 6715 Imperial Ave., San Diego, CA 92114
Poolside at the Lafayette Swim Club: The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows is hosting a poolside vinyl DJ set. Noon - 4 p.m., Every Sunday and Monday in July, The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows, 2223 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, CA 92104
5th Annual Summer Limpia: Lone Labs is hosting a family-friendly spiritual wellness community event featuring limpias, tarot readings, reiki, chakra alignment, sound healing, herbalists, sage, candles and food vendors. 1 - 6 p.m., Mujeres Brew House, 1983 Julian Ave., San Diego, CA 92113
