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🇺🇸 Observing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy

Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy in San Diego
Breaking of the Chains by Mel Edwards at MLK Promenade in San Diego

“Breaking of the Chains” by Mel Edwards.

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Photo by Michael Beausoleil + SDtoday

In 1964, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. stood in front of thousands of San Diego college students and declared, “I am convinced, deep in my heart, that by using non-violence we can turn racial discord into a symphony of brotherhood.”

This impactful speech was delivered at both San Diego State University and Point Loma Nazarene University (then known as California Western University) during one of the few times Dr. King came to San Diego. He visited Calvary Baptist Church in Barrio Logan in 1962 where he addressed the costs of prejudice, but his exact number of local visits is not definitively known.

Today, San Diegans can find tributes to MLK across the city like the Gaslamp Quarter’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Promenade that contains artwork like Melvin Edwards’ “Breaking of the Chains.” There’s also a 10-mile stretch of the Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway — aka state Route 94 — decorated with murals in his honor.

The mural at the WorldBeat Cultural Center at Balboa Park

Find this mural outside the WorldBeat Cultural Center.

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Photo via @divalins

MLK Day observations

In 1971, San Diego Mayor Frank Curran declared January 15 “Martin Luther King Day” – three years after the civil rights icon was murdered and 12 years before President Ronald Reagan declared it a federal holiday. This year, local organizations are hosting these events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.:
More about MLK's local history
Events
Thursday, Jan. 11
  • Oceanside Sunset Market | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 5-9 p.m. | Pier View Way, Downtown Oceanside | Cost of purchase | 200+ vendors span four city blocks for this weekly food and live music gathering in North County.
  • Door 13 | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 6:30 p.m. | The Music Box, 1337 India St., San Diego | $12 | The San Diego-based, hard rock band brings down the house.
Friday, Jan. 12
  • Hollywood Showcase Comedy Show | Friday, Jan. 12 + Saturday, Jan. 13 | 6:30 + 8:30 p.m. | Grand Comedy Club, 340 E. Grand Ave., Escondido | $10 | A roster of five comedians headline this stand-up show.
  • San Diego Rodeo | Friday, Jan. 12 | 7 p.m. | Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd., San Diego | $45+ | Yeehaw — this is, in fact, the ballpark’s first rodeo.
Saturday, Jan. 13
  • Community and Family Art Workshop | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 1 p.m. | The San Diego Museum of Art, 1450 El Prado, San Diego | Free | Create a shadow box inspired by the museum’s special exhibition, “Korea in Color: A Legacy of Auspicious Images” — all ages welcome.
  • Leo Skepi: “Confidence Unleashed” | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 7 + 9:30 p.m. | The Observatory North Park, 2891 University Ave., San Diego | $25-$45 | The YouTuber and TikToker brings his tour to SD.
  • Monster Jam | Saturday, Jan. 13 + Sunday, Jan. 14 | Times vary | Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way, San Diego | $28-$120 | The stadium has been transformed into a dirt obstacle course where the biggest, baddest rides will perform gravity-defying tricks.
  • San Diego Gulls vs. Iowa Wild | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 6 p.m. | Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego | $10+ | Root for the hometown hockey team during Country Night — plus score Chase De Leo and Hansel Bobblehead giveaways.
Sunday, Jan. 14
  • Street Barber Battle 2 | Sunday, Jan. 14 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | California Barber and Beauty College, 5315 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego | $30-$250 | Watch barbers go head-to-head (literally) with a haircut showdown — and sign up to get a fresh cut.
  • San Diego Sockers vs. Chihuahua Savage | Sunday, Jan. 14 | 5:05 p.m. | Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego | $25-$55 | The professional indoor soccer team faces their opponent from Mexico.
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News Notes
Weather
  • King Tides are rolling in to San Diego County beaches today and tomorrow, bringing waves that could reach 11 ft. A High Surf Advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. tonight, while a Coastal Flood Advisory is in place today until 12 p.m.
Civic
  • The San Diego County Board of Supervisors has selected Sarah Aghassi as Interim Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) following Helen Robbins-Meyer’s recent retirement. Aghassi brings 20+ years of political and operational leadership and will serve in the role until a permanent CAO is chosen.
Development
  • The US Navy has selected Manchester Financial Group/Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate as its developer for the potential NAVWAR revitalization project. The development aims to demolish buildings at the 70.3-acre Naval Base Point Loma Old Town Campus and replace them with updated, mission-ready facilities.
Open
  • NOVO Brazil Brewing Company’s newest restaurant opens today in Mission Valley — 1640 Camino Del Rio N., Ste. 341 — at the former Tilted Kilt site. The 11,500-sqft eatery features 100 ft of LED video walls for prime viewing of sporting events, while the menu includes craft brews, kombucha, and Brazilian-inspired dishes.
Older Adults
  • The San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved a 2-year pilot program to help address the growing need for senior housing. The income-based initiative will match participating adults aged 55+ with a home that has a spare bedroom, ensuring rent does not exceed 30% of their monthly income.
Announced
  • The stars are out this winter. Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero — the outdoor screening location at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego — announced it will be open year-round. The theater has posted its early 2024 schedule, with films Friday-Sunday and holiday events like a Super Bowl LVIII watch party.
Festival
  • Get amped for CRSSD Spring 2024. The electronic music fest has announced its lineup including Tale Of Us, Armand Van Helden, and Black Coffee. The show will come to Waterfront Park on Saturday, March 2, and Sunday, March 3 — general public tickets go on sale tomorrow at 12 p.m.
Try This
  • Yeehaw — for the first time, Petco Park will transform its baseball diamond into a rodeo tomorrow through Sunday, Jan. 14. You can still wrangle up tickets and three Gaslamp Quarter bars will offer special, rodeo-themed drinks: Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine, El Chingon, and Havana 1920.
Fun Fact
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Community

📊 How would you improve Balboa Park?

Balboa Park begins creating its Projects Prioritization Framework
A sign for the Balboa Park Cultural District with archways behind it.
Balboa Park needs your help to set priorities. | Photo by Michael Beausoleil
What does a perfect walk in the park look like? The City of San Diego wants to know so it can improve Balboa Park.

Officials are currently creating the Balboa Park Projects Prioritization Framework — an initiative that was introduced during last year’s first-ever State of Balboa Park address. The effort aims to find an unbiased way to allocate the landmark’s limited funding to best serve projects with the most impact.

The city has hired AEA Consulting to lead the charge. Locals are able to take a survey and provide opinions through Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024. The city is also hosting four public engagement sessions to gather input. The first meeting is Tuesday, Jan. 30, 6-8 p.m., at Bankers Hill Club.

All feedback will be used during the analysis phase; the final framework is expected to be presented for adoption in December 2024.
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From the editor
Good morning, San Diego. Did you know, the Casbah is turning 35? The small, Middletown venue only holds ~200 people, but many legendary artists have stopped by on their way to super stardom — imagine being able to say you saw Nirvana or The White Stripes before they blew up.

While many of the celebratory shows are sold out, you can grab commemorative merch to show love to the longtime, local music hall.
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