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A San Diego sober bar offers a zero proof drag brunch experience catering to those who identify as sober, LGBTQ+ and “sober queerious.” Photo Essay by Sam Barney-Gibbs, Edited by Kate Morrissey As sunshine lit up a packed bar, five local drag artists stunted around velvet chairs and moody
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Plus, a monthly wellness market lowers barriers to self-care. Hello everyone! Becoming a mother 14 months ago not only transformed my family, but my friendships and community. With an added identity, new priorities and a whole new set of problems and things to learn, I found some of my
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Being a new mom can be isolating, especially in a city like San Diego that’s full of transplants. Written by Maya Srikrishnan, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Becoming a mother is a major transition — reshaping a woman’s body, brain, identity and relationships. Often, especially in a city like
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After pandemic isolation, Olivia Steadman-Oladipo launched Shore and Sage Wellness Market with a focus on access and community. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey and Maya Srikrishnan Before having her son, Olivia Steadman-Oladipo had researched a variety of resources for new parents in San Diego,
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Plus, Immigration and Customs Enforcement is monitoring San Diego activists. Third spaces offer a public, safe, alternative location for people to connect with each other outside of their homes, work or school. Around the world, a variety of places serve this role. Italy has its piazzas lined with tables to
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Nearing its first anniversary, the space has become a social hub within the Black Arts and Culture District. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Maya Srikrishnan Walking into The Block Club on Imperial Avenue, the space can feel completely different from one visit to the next. During Brushfire, it’