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📱 Who you gonna call?

What is 211 San Diego? A closer look at the resource in America’s Finest City
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211 San Diego offers resources to locals across the county, 24/7. | Photo via Monica Garske + SDtoday
It’s difficult to remember anyone’s number these days but if you’re a San Diegan, commit these digits to memory: 2-1-1.

Those three numbers will get you to 211 San Diego, a local nonprofit organization available year-round, 24/7, as a trusted source for community, health, and disaster-related resources across our county. Hold the line — here’s what 211 covers.

If you need health resources:
  • Head to 211’s flu page filled with health tips and locations where you can get a flu shot this season.
If you need housing info:
  • Check out 211’s housing hub featuring details on local emergency shelters (and bed availability), low-income housing, transitional housing, and rental assistance.
If you need food assistance:
  • Learn about CalFresh, WIC, the Restaurant Meals Program (for elderly, disabled, and unsheltered San Diegans), Summer Meals Program, and local food banks.
SD 211 explainer

Remember these digits — 2-1-1.

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Photo via Monica Garske + SDtoday

If you’re a US military veteran or service member:
  • If you need someone to talk to, dial 211 and get connected to Courage to Call, a free, confidential helpline staffed by veterans and military family members.
  • Find employment opportunities, mental health resources, housing resources, or get help with VA benefits and claims.
If you want to brush up on your disaster preparedness:
  • Use 211 to stay informed (pro tip: register for Alert San Diego), make an emergency plan, and find recovery resources.
If you need utility assistance:
  • The 211 team can help you figure out if you qualify for SDG&E’s discount programs or Power Saver Rewards, and help you find ways to make your energy use more efficient.
If you need to find a county Cool Zone:
  • You can check out this map or call 211 for the latest information; The annual Cool Zones program typically runs from June 1 to October 31.
 
Events
Tuesday, Sept. 12
  • OASIS presents: Frida Kahlo’s Art | Tuesday, Sept. 12 | 1 p.m. | Mission Valley Branch Library, 2123 Fenton Parkway, San Diego | Grossmont College Professor of Humanities Gwenyth Mapes leads this in-depth look at the life, art, and legacy of Frida Kahlo.
  • Pub Choir | Tuesday, Sept. 12 | 7 p.m. | House of Blues, 1055 Fifth Ave., San Diego | $30 | Sing your heart out at this event originally created in Australia where Astrid Jorgensen arranges a popular song and teaches it to the crowd in a three-part harmony — culminating in a performance shared on social media.
  • Music for Maui Benefit Concert | Tuesday, Sept. 12 | 8 p.m. | Moonshine Beach, 1165 Garnet Ave., San Diego | $10 | Country stars like Brian Kelley of Florida Georgia Line, Chase Matthew, and Runaway June unite for this 21+ show to raise money for those impacted by the devastating Maui fires.
Wednesday, Sept. 13
  • National City Job Fair | Wednesday, Sept. 13 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Southwestern Community College, 880 National City Blvd. | Free | Find your next gig at this job fair organized by the National City Chamber of Commerce.
  • “Saturday Night Fever” | Through Sunday, Sept. 30 | 7:30 p.m. | Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1200 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista | $48-$53 | Groovy: This adaptation of the 1970s throwback follows Tony Manero who works at a paint store by day, but moonlights as the king of the disco dance floor.
Thursday, Sept. 14
  • Best of La Jolla Guided Walking Tour | Thursday, Sept. 14 | 12:30-4:30 p.m. | Edna Pines Art Studio, 7752 Fay Ave., San Diego | $125 | This 4-hour walking tour includes attractions like MCASD, La Jolla Historical Society, and La Valencia, plus hosted happy hour at three eateries with ocean views.
  • Ashley Gavin | Thursday, Sept. 14 | 7 p.m. | Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave., San Diego | $30+ | The comedian, writer, podcaster, and digital creator brings her stand-up act to downtown SD.
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News Notes
Civic
  • The Port of San Diego and the US Navy have agreed to a historic deal that would return a row of buildings on Pacific Highway owned by the Navy back to the Port for possible redevelopment of waterfront hotels and public amenities. Commissioners will vote on it today. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Development
  • San Diego has unveiled the first renderings envisioning the possible redesign of the Ocean Beach Pier — designs that aim to “maintain and enhance the pier as a local icon.” Public workshops are being held to gather feedback; the leading design concept will be unveiled in early 2024.
Open
  • La Bamba Room — a Mexican restaurant and Japanese-inspired listening bar — has debuted at 2196 Logan Ave. in Barrio Logan, right next to Salud Tacos! It’s open Tuesday-Sunday, 4 p.m.-12 a.m.
Real Estate
  • A $29 million estate is on the market in Rancho Santa Fe. The resort-like, 8 BD “Castillo Pacifico” spans 14 acres and 15,000-sqft. It features a tennis court, pool, guest house, library, staff quarters, groomed hiking paths, “museum-like hallways,” and ocean and mountain views. (Robb Report)
Coming Soon
  • Curacao — a retail chain offering home goods, furniture, and appliances — will open soon at Chula Vista Center, at 555 Broadway, Ste. 1019. The store is hiring across departments and will host in-person hiring events Friday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., through Sunday, Oct. 8. You can apply online, too.
Theater
  • The Old Globe has released its lineup of plays hitting the stage in 2024. The bill includes Pulitzer Prize-winning productions like “English” and “Fat Ham” (a comedic twist on Shakepeare’s “Hamlet”), the London musical “Ride,” and the world premiere adaptation of “Henry 6.” Snag season tickets.
Outdoors
  • SD is located on the Pacific Flyway — a path taken by millions of birds during migration seasons. San Diego Audubon wants locals to join Lights Out San Diego, its pledge to minimize light pollution for birds by turning off non-essential lighting, 11 p.m.-6 a.m., through Thursday, Nov. 30.
Announced
  • Rapper Rod Wave will bring his “Nostalgia Tour” to Pechanga Arena on Monday, Dec. 4, with Ari Lennox, Toosii, G Herbo, and Eelmatic. Tickets start at $44.50 and will go on sale this Thursday, Sept. 14, at 10 a.m.
Drink
  • The Whiskey House in downtown San Diego — holder of the Guinness World Record for most varieties of whiskey — will host its September Whiskey Club Event at 7 p.m. tonight. A ticket includes a welcome cocktail, 1.5-ounce pours of featured whiskeys from Kentucky, and food.
Sports
  • With a loss to the Astros, the Padres have been eliminated from National League West contention — and, as Juan Soto put it, “It feels bad.” The team’s stacked lineup of the MLB’s highest-paid players was expected to shine this season, but dang, it’s been disappointing. (San Diego Union-Tribune + Sports Illustrated)
Coming Soon

🤖 Well, technically…

‘Popnology’ exhibit will headline Comic-Con Museum in Fall 2023
SD Popnology exhibit Comic-Con Museum October 2023
Where we’re going, we don’t need roads. | Photo via “Popnology” and Comic-Con Museum
How does technology influence how we play, connect, live, work, and move? That’s what the Comic-Con Museum’s newest exhibit, “Popnology,” will explore.

The immersive exhibit — opening Wednesday, Oct. 4 — will take over the museum’s main space with interactive displays centered on tech’s connection to pop culture’s biggest movies, toys, TV, art, and books.

It’ll touch on virtual reality, robots, drones, 3D printers, driverless cars, and the future of transportation. Guests can expect to see a full-size replica of the DeLorean from “Back to the Future” and the world’s first 3D printed car.

The museum is closed through Tuesday, Oct. 3, for the exhibit’s installation.

When it reopens, fans will also find two more new exhibits: “Colleen Doran Illustrates Neil Gaiman” and “From Big Dots to the Digital Universe: The Evolution of Comic Book Color,” featuring art by longtime comic book colorist Steve Oliff.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Monica
From the editor
Fact: Anytime is a good time for ice cream in San Diego. I recently treated my little ones to a scoop at The Craft Creamery in Point Loma and let me just tell you, the shop’s minimalist aesthetics are the coolest.

The Craft Creamery was taken over by The Moniker Group earlier this year and is attached to Moniker Coffee Co., so you can grab a cup of coffee before or after your treat. Honestly, I’m not sure there’s a more heavenly combo than that.
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