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Villa Capri ristorante in piazza Carmel shopping Center launChes a Community ConneCtions eVening to help driVe business to restaurants in the plaza.

By Larry Kantor - Villa Capri Ristorante

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uring these COVID-19 times, nearly all businesses are being negatively affected, including restaurants. Since restaurants in the Piazza Carmel shopping center are now relying solely on takeout orders, all have been severely impacted.

Piazza Carmel is located at 3870 Valley Centre Dr. off the 56 Freeway. The anchor merchants are Pavilions, ACE Hardware, and Souplantation, which unfortunately is now closed. There are seven restaurants in the center (in addition to Baskin Robbins) including Villa Capri Ristorante, Gami Sushi, Market Place Grill, Royal India, Subway, Nikos Taco Shop, and Spices Thai Cafe.

As we get ready to open our establishments, we now will abide by many new COVID rules and regulations including, “social distancing”. All restaurant seating must be positioned 6ft apart from each other. With this new rule, it reduces the restaurants seating capacity by about 50%. Many of us were struggling to pay the rent before, with these new guidelines it makes it even more challenging.

Laura Bottoglia and Larry Kantor, the two proud owners of the Villa Capri Ristorante, came up with the idea of “Piazza Nights”, an evening under the stars with the intention of having fun and generating additional revenues for all of the restaurants.

Piazza Nights will begin on Saturday June 6t h beginning at 8:00pm. at Piazza Camel Shopping Center and will continue every Saturday Night for the foreseeable future. The first community connection evening will be sponsored by locally owned Helia Brewing Company. The first 25 people to arrive beginning at 8:00pm, will receive a Helia Beer for .25 cents.

David Dealva, will also be playing the flamenco guitar.

Villa Capri is also giving away a $100 “San Diego Restaurant” Gift Cards. It’s going to be a fun night. Due to COVID-19 some consumers may feel more comfortable ordering their food to go and eating at home, while others may enjoy the common area with live music. Either way you will be SUPPORTING the restaurants and contributing to their success.

Thank you to our sponsors for making this community connection happen.

Synergy World, Inc., Brew Luv, Helia Brewing Company, MODA Business Solutions, Torrey Pines Animal Hospital, Scripps Performing Arts, ACE Hardware, Lockout Garage Doors, David Dealva, and MD today Urgent Care.

We look forward to seeing you Saturday beginning at 8:00pm. We are respecting San Diego’s social distancing guidelines, so don’t forget your masks!

“We are hoping “Piazza Nights” will drive businesses to ALL the restaurants in the plaza, and we appreciate the support the local community has given us during these troubled times. “ Laura Bottoglia

For more information please contact Villa Capri Ristorante: 858-583-1624

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2121 Adams Ave. San Diego, CA 92116 619-677-2220 Sun: Closed Mon.-Sat: 5pm-10:00pm @SoichiSushi www.SoichiSushi.com

During our temporary closure, Soichi has been busy at work preparing to reopen with modifications! We have implemented new safety protocols and ordering processes to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience!

PRESERVINg ouR AMbIANcE In anticipation of reopening our dining room, Soichi built our custom plexiglass dividers for the sushi bar and table. The stylish design preserves our ambiance while adding an additional measure of safety for you and for us.

SAFETY PROTOCOLS IMPLEMENTED NEW SEATING ARRANGEMENT We removed seats and measured space between to ensure we respect Social Distancing guidelines. This will allow us to serve a max of six people at the bar and four at the table for a total of 10 per 2 hour seating with 2 seatings a night.

AIR PuRIfIcATIoN INTEGRATIoN We’ve implemented an air purification system using UV light, HEPA filters and nanotechnology removing viruses and bacteria from the air.

We now offer online ordering for our no touch payment option and we offer Doordash as our delivery service. Both options are available from our website. Visit www.soichisushi.com to place your take out or delivery order.

We hope that knowing about what Soichi Sushi is doing for the sake of safety and health during this unprecedented time will enhance your experience and make your visit with us more enjoyable (when the time comes) Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to serving you!

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TEACHERS OF THE YEAR DURING THE TIME OF A PANDEMIC

By Rebecca Jefferis Williamson

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he San Diego Unified School District announced the selection of three teachers of the year – Kelly Ann Young, Paula Richardson, and Deirdre Fabian.

The challenges of teaching in a classroom have been amped up to include the jolt of sharpening or honing their IT skills suddenly, instructing students how to use virtual learning via Zoom and other online programs, and making sure all students have access to a computer and WIFI. A historical time to teach via tech in America.

“I do Zoom,” said music teacher Richardson in a telephone interview. “Also, Google Classroom and SmartMusic.” Richardson has taught at Wilson Elementary School, located in north park, for 13 years.

“She has hosted full productions after school so her kids could participate,” said principal Dave Downey in a SDUSD video citing just one of many of her accomplishments.

She teaches band, guitar, drums, choir, created a mariachi ensemble and has written and received grants that created the ensemble.

She teaches all grade levels. For more on Richardson watch www.youtube.com/ watch?v=cYEr3Uhi9E&feature=youtu.be.

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Kelly Ann Young, a 4/5 teacher at Lindbergh-Schweitzer, Paula Richardson who teaches music at Wilson Elementary School and Deirdre Fabian who teaches adapted physical education at Morse and Lincoln High Schools respectively, were all singled out for the honors.

SDUSD also noted they wished to celebrate all teachers in an email.

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“I moved to distance learning on March 16th but had begun planning to make the move the week before,” she said. “Just to be safe, I started preparing my students for the possibility of learning online.

We made sure to practice how to log in on the devices in class, that we all knew our usernames and passwords for any and all digital platforms we would be using, and from March 16th until now, we’ve been slowly developing what our learning plan would look like when distance learning went into effect on April 27th.”

‘So, for the last 8 weeks, my 35 4th/5th grade students have been participating in every subject via YouTube LiveStream and Google Classroom, as well as several other digital platforms,” she said.

Young does have preferences in her digital world of teaching.

The joy of being selected as a teacher of the year is being tempered with the stark reality of teaching during a pandemic.

“I had a family that had a family member pass away of covid19,” said Kelly Ann Young in a phone interview. “And another that might not make it.”

Young, who is in her 11th year of teaching for SDUSD, has persevered through the hard-emotional times of her students to preparing them for virtual learning since the shutdown.

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“The most important digital platform, in my opinion, has been ClassDojo. This is an educational communication app that connects parents to the school community, and specifically to their child’s teacher,” said Young. “What makes it ideal is the fact that messages can be translated into over 30 different languages, including Arabic and Chinese. So, I am able to actively communicate with all of my families through it on a near daily basis and provide real-time updates on classwork, student progress, and district information.”

Young is sensitive to a variety of cultures in her classroom.

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These extraordinary teachers were outstanding even before their teaching skills were put to a higher test---teaching during the coronavirus pandemic and moving to online teaching.

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“Our first unit completed 100% through distance learning was an investigation into the archetypal stereotypes of the classic rags to riches tale,” she said. “We read nine different Cinderella-esque stories, each from a different background; Chinese, Iranian, Egyptian, Native American, Caribbean, and more. Students were also free to explore Cinderella stories of their own choosing by using the website, “365 Cinderellas.”

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“The unit was fully supported with open-ended questions for deep, analytical exploration and also had embedded sentences, frames and visual/language scaffolds. The goal was to make the entire unit as accessible as possible for every student, while maintaining high expectations, rigor, and engagement,” she stated.

Young Shared Her Reaction To Winning: “Winning has been such a humbling and moving experience. To be recognized by not only the staff members at my school, but also the amazing educators of this district, it leaves me feeling just so much gratitude and appreciation,” she continued. “It’s one that I don’t consider an individual award as I’m a product of every single class I have ever had. On March 13th, the day that we learned our class would be moving to a digital platform, I learned I had won. I literally looked at my class and

said, “We did it!” For me, this is a community win, and one that I am overjoyed and immensely honored to bring back to my Clairemont Mesa Community and my Lindbergh-Schweitzer family.”

The third teacher of the year, Deirdre Fabian teaches adapted physical education at Morse and Lincoln High Schools.

She began teaching in rural North Carolina. Since moving to San Diego she has added 29 years of teaching under her belt. Her personal philosophy focuses on putting the students first.

“I’ll brag and say I have the best job in special education,” said Fabian in a SDUSD video. During distance learning Fabian is putting videos together for her students.

Videos that show her and her son, who has autism, exercising for students to follow.

Fabian has also orchestrated adaptive high school games between Morse and Lincoln. To learn more about her accomplishments visit: https://youtu.be/A0TXO09na4k .

“The celebration (award ceremony) was to be May 5,” said Young.

“They’re talking about waiting until the fall.”

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ON THE FRONT LINES OF THE CORONAVIRUS IN NEW YORK Two nurses from sharp HealthCare share stories form the frontlines – including a harrowing experience on their return home.

By Ashley Roig

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veryone has been watching the media, anxiously awaiting any new updates regarding the cOVID-19 pandemic. Most people know the severity of the situation, but may not know what it’s really like in the hospital setting. My fiancé John and I are both Intensive care Unit (IcU) nurses and have spent the last 6 weeks in a new york city hospital as frontline healthcare workers. We would like to share a small piece of our experience in an honest light; the chaos, the lives lost, but also the resilient efforts of all the healthcare workers still fighting the cOVID-19 pandemic.

Our first few weeks could be described in two words: extremely overwhelming. My fiancé and I were amongst the first wave of nurses who came to new york’s aid. the doctors and nurses were trying to stay afloat with the influx of critically ill cOVID patients. they quickly filled every bed and easily surpassed the standard safe patient ratios. to put it into perspective, several units had been converted into makeshift IcUs, including the basement, just to make every inch of space usable for the most critically ill (the cafeteria was next). the hospital needed our help aSaP, so when we arrived in the city, all we had time to do was grab a disposable respirator mask and receive our work schedules on the spot. no orientation, no tours, and hardly any direction. In fact, as soon as we stepped foot on the unit, a supervisor said to us, “you have these patients, they have cOVID. Do your best.” that was it.

It became immediately apparent that the hospital was short on resources, both supplies and personnel. not knowing where anything was in all the chaos, each shift was a scavenger hunt for equipment. the scarcest and most precious resource was our personal protective equipment (PPE). We were told that the one-time-use respirator masks we received were to be worn for the entirety of the 6 weeks. If anything were to happen to the mask, we’d have to sign a log showing how many masks we’ve switched out.

Some frontline workers tried their best to step aside and remove their PPE to take a breather. Many, however, were unable to leave their patient’s bedside because of how severely ill they were.

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In order to lessen the chance of spreading the virus, this hospital prohibited visitation by patient’s loved ones. the best we could do was video chat on our phones so they could see their family members. the restriction was only lifted during end of life decision making, which unfortunately, became more frequent as the weeks went by. During my stay, I cared for a middle-aged woman, who was previously healthy.

Only two weeks prior to meeting her, she had walked into the emergency department with very mild cOVID-like symptoms. She waved to her family, and then she was my patient, attached to a machine that breathed for her. the staff was doing everything possible to keep her alive long enough for the family to say goodbye. We tried to explain what to expect before seeing their loved one: the tubes, alarms, the other patients in similar conditions, but no amount of preparation would have sufficed. Supervisors were keen on cutting the visitation short, 15 minutes at most, but the staff and I stood nearby, like a human barrier, to ensure the family had adequate time to grieve. after 6 weeks of helping in new york, John and I were returning to San Diego, ready to decompress.

Partway through our flight, a nervous announcement was made, “We have a medical emergency, are there any doctors or nurses on the flight?” John immediately rose to investigate. an 86-year-old woman, traveling alone, had become short of breath, and then unresponsive. Luckily, there was also an Emergency physician on board. together, he and John began performing cPr. She laid flat in the middle of a narrow airplane aisle, surrounded by scared passengers, John pushing on her chest. at one point, the physician deemed any further efforts futile, however, the flight crew urged them to continue until an emergency landing could be made. If she was infected, the potential risk for spreading cOVID to everyone on board because of the cPr was a real possibility. they continued for roughly 30 minutes until the captain was able to land at a nearby airport. John later explained that while performing compressions on the patient, he thought of how after 6 weeks of being surrounded by the coronavirus, this was the most exposed and vulnerable he had

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ever felt. all he had on was a simple facemask, not a respirator, no gloves, no gown, and no face shield. Unfortunately, after numerous life-saving attempts, the onsite paramedics had to cease efforts. the passenger had passed.

“Most people know the severity of the situation, but may not know what it’s really like in the hospital setting. My fiancé John and I are both Intensive Care Unit (ICU) nurses and have spent the last 6 weeks in a New York City hospital as frontline healthcare workers.”

Ashley Roig after returning to San Diego, John and I had some time to reflect. Despite the chaos and exhaustion, we witnessed a great degree of support from all those around us. regardless of how fatigued everyone was, there was always a hand ready to help, always someone to push you forward.

We recalled all the people who had thanked us for what we were doing. restaurants and grateful families regularly sent meals throughout the hospital, and lined the streets with posters of praise, thanks, and encouragement. John and I were called heroes at one point, but we don’t feel that to be true. after 6 weeks, we were able to pack our bags and fly back to San Diego. the frontline workers of new york are still there. they witnessed firsthand the initial waves of infection and continue fighting. to us, those are our heroes.

It is not our intention to scare anyone with our stories, but simply to provide a better understanding of the situation. It can be easy to scoff at cOVID-19 and be upset that life for everyone has been put on hold, but this infection and its consequences are quite real and need to be taken seriously. now more than ever, as businesses are beginning to reopen and life is slowly restarting, please do not treat this nonchalantly.

We urge you to use the recommended precautions to protect yourselves and your loved ones. Our hearts go out to all the families that have been affected by the virus. Stay safe.

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My MoTTo: Canine ConsCious, opTiMizing The ConsCious ConneCTion wiTh (hu)Mans besT friend.

Randy Ogden aRRived in San diegO COunty in 2019 afteR biCyCling fROm hiS hOme in Canada with hiS 3 tRuSted Canine COmpaniOnS. faSt fORwaRd tO 2020 and, aS OwneR Of Canine COnSCiOuS in OCeanSide, Ogden juSt may be the wORld’S next up-and-COming dOg COaCh. Ogden alSO ReCently fOunded the OCeanSide COnSCiOuS COlleCtive, a gROup that giveS baCk tO the lOCal COmmunity. OuR team waS intRigued and inSpiRed by hiS StORy Of the adventuReS that bROught him tO San diegO, the gOOd fORtune that gOt hiS buSineSS StaRted, and the authentiC way he giveS baCk tO hiS COmmunity eveRy day.

Q: So, Randy. Who are you? How would you describe yourself?

A: I’m a dog coach, writer, entrepreneur, artist, business owner, and lover of life.

Q: You have quite an interesting story of how you ended up in San diego, don’t you?

A: Well, on November 8th, 2018, I bought an endurance bicycle and trailer in order to pedal with my three dogs across the country. Cycling with nearly 350 pounds of gear, my dog pack and I departed from Algonac, Michigan, at the Canadian border, destined for Oceanside – a trek of 2200 miles! For two months, we averaged about 50 miles a day, with my highest daily mileage of 80 miles in the mountain ranges because there were so many downhills. It was epic traveling through Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arizona, and then finally following highway 8 into Southern California.

After 10 weeks, I made it to Oceanside.

Q: Wow! What inspired you to make such a trek?

A: My dream is to be the change I want to see in the world. I craved an adventure for myself, and was excited for a change in community and to reunite with old friends, who were already in Oceanside. That thought pushed me on each day on my ride. Daily, I meditated on the possibilities of masterminding with my friends and developing a thriving like-minded community once I arrived in Oceanside. One of my mottos is: Create, inspire, and aspire. I couldn’t wait to get there!

Q: Beautiful. So what are some ways that you were able to actualize that dream by coming to California?

A: A big aspect of how I aspire to make the world a better place is through working with canines. I am not your typical dog trainer, I work with energy and I work to build a language between canine and humans, deepening the understanding and creating a connection with a soul bond through my business, Canine Conscious. However, dog training was not my only motivation for pedaling across the country. Another way that manifested is through creating my nonprofit, The Oceanside Conscious Collective.

Q: What were your first steps when arriving in Oceanside?

A: The plan was to get a place to live with some old friends where I would be able to start my business. while also creating a community of like-minded individuals bent on building something better than what we now have. However, life doesn’t always let us have what we want, exactly the way we want it. As it turned out, my friends experienced unexpected setbacks and were unable to find an apartment together. So, when I arrived on January 14th I had no place to live, no place to sleep, and no place to keep my dogs while I searched for clients.

Q: That must have been quite a curve ball. How did you handle yourself during that time?

A: I was homeless for two months, striving every day to take care of myself and my pack of 3 while remaining as presentable as possible. I focused on maintaining morale, and most importantly, searching for that special client who would give me a chance to demonstrate my aptitude with dogs. Finally, after weeks of going to sleep in the rain, waking up before

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the sunrise to get to the food bank on time, and taking advantage of charity showers, socks, and some early morning smiles, a remarkable situation occurred.

Q: You met your first client in Oceanside?

A: Yes! While skateboarding one evening, there was a woman walking with her German Shepherd. My three dogs were off- leash, as is my custom. I wanted to approach the woman, who was showing signs of fear for the meeting of the dogs. I calmly and assertively told my three to sit and stay, perfectly demonstrating my adept handle on my dogs, at which point the woman became impressed and intrigued. This is the day that changed the trajectory of my luck. The woman had four large German Shepherds, and this was enough work for me to afford rent. My luck did not end there, either. A day later, I contracted my second client, securing my pass off of the streets.

Q: do you have any personal philosophies that have helped you preserve through these trials?

A: Service is love and I love life, so naturally, I am in service to it. I know that I am merely an instrument in the divine will of the symphony that is orchestrated by laws and energies beyond my human intellect.

Q: That’s so wonderful to hear! So, fast forwarding, what is happening with your business now?

A: Now my business, Canine Conscious, is fully up and running. Month by month, I’m able to support more and more dogs in the community. My specialty is difficult dogs, or what Cesar Milan calls Red-zone dogs. Cesar, along with other trainers, is a huge influence. Red-zone dogs are often misunderstood and their behaviors (aggression, fear, dominance, etc) are on a wide spectrum. Often simple training in canine consciousness is all that is needed for the owners to acquire the ability work well with their dog. Working with dogs, from red-zone to simple training issues, alleviates stress on both owners and their dogs. This is such a rewarding thing for me; watching lives change before my eyes. Several canines have been saved from kill shelters as a result, and several worthy owners have come to me to learn to work well with their animal’s needs. Dogs are happy, animals are happy, and that balance creates community.

A: This I am REALLY excited about! On September 15th, I created the group called the Oceanside Conscious Collective, which has evolved from being a group of friends from all over San Diego County to an active community of like-minded tribe-members, working to be the change we wish to see in the world.

Through events and workshops such as weekly masterminds, open mics, art nights, and more; we give charities, businesses, entrepreneurs, and entertainers a platform to bless the public. And we do so by sharing our unique set of artistic and administrative abilities freely with any and all in the collective. In other words, we collaborate together to make our dreams come true, collectively, and in support of each others individual dreams.

Q: That is a lot you have going on, there!

A: Well, yes. It’s all fun, so honestly none of it feels like a burden. Our collective does charity events and open mics, gives space for art nights, improv nights, and other great events. What’s really great is that every person in our community has either a business, an incredible skill, mad talents, and/or huge potential.

We collaborate and support each other in all of these things, and are watching our community grow, dreams begin to come true, and hearts be affected for good as a result. It’s an incredible thing.

Q: it does sound quite incredible. So, where can people follow your community efforts to learn about future events, when Covid-19 lockdowns are lifted, of course. Or does your group have an online presence right now?

A: Ahhh, yes. We have an instagram page: It’s @oceansideconsciouscollective

Q: So what can people expect from your Training?

A: I’m not your typical dog trainer. I begin with a month of intensive training, starting of with one on one interaction with your dog. I identify behavior patterns and create trust between myself the dog. As the month continues, I start to train the dog owner as well! I teach my clients how to create structure in the home and on walks! No matter what your dog struggles with, through basic structure and healthier communication between you and your dog, all bad habits can be healed. I believe there is really no such thing as a bad dog.

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Q: So tell us about the Oceanside Conscious Collective (OCC).

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i’d lOve tO OffeR ReadeRS a fRee COnSultatiOn and See hOw we Can wORk tOwaRdS making yOuR dOg a COnSCiOuS Canine.

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VOICES OF OUR CITY CHOIR TO APPEAR ON AMERICA’S GOT TALENT

By Rebecca Jefferis Williamson

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SAN DIEGO STATE CELEBRATES GRADUATES VIRTUALLY San Diego State University held its first-ever virtual commencement ceremony on Saturday amid the ban on large gatherings during the coronavirus pandemic.

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oices of our City Choir is a local choir comprised of San Diego’s homeless community. Below is the sentiment expressed by one of its choir members.

the livestream ceremony celebrated the class of 2020 which included over 10,000 graduates of all levels.

“I am loved and respected as a creative individual while being a part of a choir that is making a difference in our community,” said choir member Marilyn (no last name given) via their website.

although the graduates weren’t able to walk across a stage to accept diplomas, they were treated to some congratulatory video messages from famous SDSU alumni. an estimated 30,000 people tuned in and were greeted from the likes or Padres Executive chairman ron fowler, costco Wholesale cofounder Jim Sinegal, and

In fact, this choir of 40-80 or so (the size fluctuates) of musicians and singers, are so good they auditioned for America’s Got Talent before the lockdown and landed a spot to perform on season 15.

While graduates never imagined this type of ceremony, they were able to celebrate with friends and family over Zoom.

With the pandemic the timing of their appearance might change, and logistics will have to be worked out, but never-the-less they were chosen to be on the show.

That excitement of being chosen was expressed on their social media with: “Last month we had a blast at the audition for Season 15 of America’s Got Talent! Terry Crews was SO fun - we all had the best time hanging with him.” #AGT #AGT15 #AmericasGotTalent # AmericasGotTalent2020 #agtauditions # AGT2020 – wrote a choir member.

“We were one of the last to make a live audition,” said director of advocacy and outreach John Brady in a phone interview.

“It’s unclear how it will take place moving forward,” But imagine how it feels – the highs of the A.G.T. audition and then dropping into the pandemic-induced scramble to survive with food supplies and other services disappearing or greatly reduced.

Their executive director shared words of encouragement for her Voices of our City Choir team.

“This time is so challenging for all of us.

We have grown so much as a family. Not being able to see each other, each week at rehearsal or at a performance, is really difficult. Some days are harder than others, but I know we WILL get through this time!” wrote executive director Steph Johnson on their Facebook page. “And when we arrive on the other side of this pandemic—and we are finally able to gather—just imagine the feeling of pure joy we will experience singing together again. :) I can hardly wait. Stay strong, choir family. On behalf of the entire VOICES team - we are always here for you.”

Rehearsals, typically held on Friday, in person, have halted or moved to social media.

“Because of the age and medical conditions (of the choir),” said Brady.

“We’ve had to cancel our regular Friday rehearsals to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.” He added “VOICES has been making nutritious meal kits and delivering them directly to the apartments of our elderly and most vulnerable members. It’s Voices’ Flavors of Love!”

Now, during the pandemic, Voices of our City Choir, is helping their own even more.

“Since the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak, our team, led by Steph, has delivered over 525 healthy meals for our most food-insecure choir members,” elaborated Brady.

Voices of our City Choir have performed at a variety of venues---the San Diego Symphony, SDSU, TEDx San Diego, Solutions for Individual Homeless Adults: A National Conference, and UCSD to name a few. The choir was co-founded in 2016 by Steph Johnson and Nina Leilani Deering.

They are available for hire.

Their mission as stated on their website: “Help San Diego’s unsheltered neighbors reconnect with hope and possibility through the healing power of music, individualized and intensive case management and advocacy. We have helped over 50 people move from homelessness and into housing in 3 short years. With your help, we could do so much more.”

Another choir member stated: “I have been involved from the beginning and it has been a wonderful experience that I enjoy whenever we get together,” said Mark on their website.

Typically, they rehearsed every Friday from 11-12:30 at 1550 Market Street, downtown, and welcomed others to rehearse with them. They are non-denominational but lease a space from Living Water - The Church of the Latter-Day Saints according to Brady.

Now the guitar workshops are offered on Instagram, songwriting workshops on their private Facebook group, as well as choir practices are held on the same page.

“We do jazz, funk, Cole Porter to “We are Family,” and our own songs,” explained Brady.

Their music partners include Taylor Guitars, Deering Quality Banjos, Heritage Guitar, Inc. of Kalamazoo, and Line 6 to name a few.

REGISTRATION BEGAN MAY 18 FOR SUMMER SESSION AT SAN DIEGO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT the San Diego community college District for the first time is offering its entire schedule of summer classes online, with open registration beginning May 18 and sessions - which range from four to eight weeks -- starting as early as June 3.

With the cOVID-19 pandemic creating an abundance of uncertainty for suddenly out-of-work San Diegans, there may not be a better time enroll at the SDccD, which is the region’s largest provider of workforce training and education. those looking to explore a new career can find programs leading to a variety of growing professions such as graphic design, computer technology, social work, nursing, education, and public safety. those looking to sharpen their skills in a field they are already in can find specialized classes ranging from accounting to web development. a complete list of summer courses, programs, and schedules is available online. the SDccD is offering a comprehensive support system that includes an online student orientation help desk, and an online learning pathways program.

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To become a supporting member with a monthly donation visit: www.voicesofourcity.org/ .

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WARNING AVOID COVID19 SCAMS! HeRe aRe five THingS YOu Can dO TO avOid falling inTO a COROnaviRuS TRaP, COuRTeSY Of THe fedeRal TRade COmmiSSiOn. 1. ignore offers for vaccines, cures, and at-home test kits.

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he Pulitzer jury cited The Central Park Five as, “a courageous operatic work, marked by powerful vocal writing and sensitive orchestration, that skillfully transforms a notorious example of contemporary injustice into something empathetic and hopeful.”

The opera tells the story of five African American teenagers who were accused, tried and convicted of the assault and rape of a jogger in Central Park in 1989. The case against them was vacated in 2002 when a serial rapist, Matias Reyes, confessed. The five were released after more than a decade in prison.

Davis told interviewer Cecil Lytle, music professor emeritus at UC San Diego, that he believes this case marked the beginning uC San diegO anTHOnY daviS of Donald Trump’s political career. After the arrests, Trump took out several full-page newspaper ads calling for the reinstatement of the death penalty in New York. Trump is a character in the opera.

Davis is a musical polymath, composing not only several operas but symphonies and works for musical theater. He is also an accomplished jazz pianist.

Anthony Davis joined KPBS Midday Edition to talk about The Central Park Five, winning the Pulitzer Prize and the landscape for contemporary music today.

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The Rady School of Management at the University of California San Diego has launched the Rady School Business Recovery Coalition to help businesses in the San Diego region navigate the unprecedented challenges faced by COVID-19.

The new initiative draws on expertise from the UC San Diego community to provide immediate pro bono assistance and guidance to San Diego businesses during these extraordinary times.

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“We recognize the incredible hardships businesses have faced due to the COVID-19 pandemic,” said UC San Diego Chancellor Pradeep K. Khosla. “The Rady School was founded in conjunction with local business leaders who envisioned the school as a catalyst of economic development. Today, that goal is more crucial than ever, and the Rady School is ready to respond.”

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Faculty and mentors from the Rady School and across UC San Diego will provide virtual advice and insights to businesses seeking support. The services of the Rady School Business Recovery Coalition will be managed by the school’s Beyster Institute and the California Institute for Innovation and Development (CIID).

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Businesses will receive support from the Rady School Business Recovery Coalition in several key areas: * Today’s response -- such as financial planning, resource challenges, and Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) evaluation. aBigail WainWRigHT

allow yourself to live in your confidence, divine birthright & higher selfworth. close your eyes and imagine all of the other ninety-eight percent of your birthright flowing to you now. how does this energy feel for you to open to? are you able to allow yourself to receive this blessing or restrict and limit yourself? Do you put certain beliefs up about how much you can actually have? now, imagine going beyond this one hundred percent & open further to receiving more. then tap into the infinite fountain available at all moments. Keep letting more and more good flow into your life.

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* Tomorrow’s recovery -- focused on navigating safe and successful reopening and operations. * Future innovation -- including branding and re-establishing consumer confidence, business strategy, and identifying growth opportunities.

UC San Diego student teams will also be engaged to support businesses, offering students the opportunity to give back to the community while gaining real-world consulting experience.

“The Rady School Business Recovery Coalition is the next evolution of why the school was founded,” said Rady School Dean Lisa Ordóñez. “It’s in our DNA to help businesses with innovative ideas. We want to be at the forefront of the recovery effort in the San Diego region.”

Businesses that want a consultation with a Rady Business Recovery Coalition associate should visit rady.ucsd.edu/about/COVID-19/covid-small-business-recovery

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STICKING TOGETHER

By Angela Copeland

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iving through a disaster is hard. really, this is an understatement. It’s more than hard.

I grew up in a place where natural disasters are the norm. I grew up in a suburb of Oklahoma city. you would have never heard of it, except for the natural disasters (and one famous country music singer). It’s called Moore. you probably saw it on the news in 1999 and 2013 when f5 tornadoes destroyed much of the city. It was devastating. homes and businesses were destroyed. and, sadly, lives were lost.

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the special thing about Moore is just how resilient it is. Every time a tornado wipes the ground clean, people rebuild. they continue to have excellent public schools. It’s safe. the economy is doing well.

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If another city had been hit with the level of devastation Moore has, people would have packed up and moved by now. they would have had enough of the disasters and the drama and the heartbreak.

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In Moore, the people come together in a way that doesn’t exist everywhere. they’re a true community. they support one another. they know that in order to get through disasters, they have to do it together. and, they have lots of practice.

While shelter-in-place orders are in effect, San Diegans still need to get to essential jobs, run errands, or go outside to exercise. San Diego Mayor Kevin faulconer unveiled his slow streets initiative this week to make it easier for San Diegans to travel safely while social distancing.

I don’t live in Moore anymore. But, after cOVID hit, one of the first people I saw was a friend from Moore. although I hadn’t seen him in over twenty years, he personally drove a face mask to my home when I didn’t have one. he knew, as the community in Moore knows, that in order to get through this, we have to do it together.

Mayor faulconer’s slow streets initiative includes closing segments of Diamond Street, adams avenue, and howard Street to through vehicular traffic to allow for social distancing for people walking and bicycling. he also announced improvements to pedestrian crosswalk buttons and the re-opening of state route 56 Bikeway, rose creek Bikeway, rose canyon Bikeway and the state route 52 Bikeway.

When you go to work every day, I hope you’ll keep this in mind. We are all facing unique challenges. Some people are caring for small children. Others are trying to help their aging parents. and some are self-isolating completely alone. none of these different scenarios are easy. as businesses, we’re only going to make it through this in one piece if we do it together. We’ve got to pick up the slack for our colleagues when they can’t.

Everyone matters. this isn’t the time to judge harshly or to compete with one another. People have different levels of support or flexibility at home. no one was planning ahead for how to weather such a storm. not everyone has a nanny who can take care of their children during the day. not every older person has adult children nearby who can help. and, not every single person has loved ones nearby. Every scenario is creating stress and strain. the only answer is to work together. It’s not the time to make a fuss over little things. It’s not the time to feel guilty when you aren’t perfect. It’s the time to step forward with empathy and compassion, both for our colleagues and for ourselves. We are all struggling. and, that’s okay – as long as we stick together.

angela Copeland, a career expert and founder of Copeland Coaching, can be reached at copelandcoaching.com.

COVID-19 AND THE SAN DIEGO ECONOMY

By Alan Nevin

the impact of cOVID-19 on our economy is unmistakable. Is it like 1929? I think not. Is it very serious? absolutely. But, to accurately gauge the severity of the situation, we need to look at the national economy, first and foremost. from the time of the great Depression, we have gradually moved from a production economy to a service economy. In 1929, 39 percent of all non-farm jobs were in manufacturing. In 2019, it was 9 percent. thus, the current drop we are seeing in manufacturing jobs (due to reduced demand and an inability to obtain parts from other countries, especially china), will hurt the economy, but not destroy it, as it did in 1929.

clearly, manufacturing is not something that can function outside of a factory environment. however, the majority of our professional jobs can be conducted at home on our computers and by phone. While our offices are currently empty, business continues as usual telephonically and electronically. the big question on everyone’s mind right now: Will there be a recession?

My answer is yes, but it will not be severe. nothing like 2008-2009.

By federal definition, recession is two consecutive quarters with no increase in gross domestic product (gDP). By that standard, we will have a recession. however, there is a difference between a recession and a worldwide financial meltdown.

irculate San Diego encourages everyone to “go safely” on new “slow streets,” and all streets, during national Bicycle Safety Month

“now more than ever, San Diegans are finding that bicycling is a great way to travel to an essential job, to access essential needs, and exercise” Maya rosas, Director of Policy said. “It’s important for drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians to keep you and your family safe by remaining aware of your surroundings even though there is less vehicular traffic.” these changes come at a great time because May is Bike Safety Month. circulate San Diego has created a webpage with bike-friendly resources to encourage residents to get out and bike, safely and comfortably. Bike Safety Month is an important reminder about safety, but we should also remember to do everything we can to keep all road users safe.

Webpage link: www.circulatesd.org/may_is_bike_month

Circulate San diego suggests the following tips to help keep you and your family safe: • Always wear a helmet and never ride impaired.

• Follow social distancing measures and maintain at least six feet of physical space between other riders and those out walking.

• Be seen: wear brightly colored and reflective clothing, and have bike lights handy (front white light and rear red flashing light or reflectors) • Use hand signals when turning or stopping.

• Rules of the road still apply: Bicyclists must travel in the same direction of traffic and have the same requirements as any slow moving vehicle.

• Keep outside trips to a minimum; they should only be for essential items or exercise.

• Drive with patience: Drive cautiously and be mindful of the bicycle and pedestrian users. funding for this program is provided by a grant from the california Office of traffic Safety, through the national highway traffic Safety administration.

about Circulate San diego Circulate San Diego is a regional nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing mobility and making the region a better place to move, work, learn and play. Our work focuses on creating great mobility choices, more walkable and bikeable neighborhoods, and land uses that promote sustainable growth. for more information, go to www.circulatesd.org

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ariel levine’s new single drops may 22. “it’s #4 of 7 upcoming singles and it’s the first cover song, “maybe This Time” from the musical Cabaret.

• Missy Alcazar’s new song “Salamat Sa Iyo” can be heard in the new TLC network series, 90 Day Fiancé: Self Quarantined • Acclaimed 1970’s era prog-rockers Horsefeathers have a new collection of their vintage tracks, Symphony For A Million Mice, out now. Of the title track they say, “We explore the challenge of entertaining a bunch of hyperactive rodents.”

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• Ariel Levine’s new single drops May 22. “It’s #4 of 7 upcoming singles and it’s the first cover song, “Maybe This Time” from the musical Cabaret.

Jason mraz unveils his new album, looking for The good, on June 19. in the meantime, the album’s reggae tinged title track is out as the albums first single.

• The Wayne Riker Gathering is back in the studio working on a new album, Blues Lightning. It’s guitarist Riker’s 13th overall with guest vocalists set to include Lauren Leigh Martin, Michele Lundeen, Leonard Patton, Shelle Blue, Scott Mathiasen and Deanna Haala • Beach rock quintet Sandollar placed their song “Up Up” on the new Netflix series Outer Banks.

The song turns up at approximately 11 minutes into the first episode. Thier new album, Roller Coaster, is available on Pacific Records.

• The Midnight Pine have released a new vinyl album, Live at A.D.

• A new biography of legendary sitar player Ravi Shankar will be published by Genesis Publications in October.

• Jason Mraz unveils his new album, Looking For The Good, on June 19. In the meantime, the album’s reggae tinged title track is out as the albums first single.

• Congrats to blues singer Whitney Shay! She released her latest album, Stand Up, on February 21, ultimately scoring the #1 Billboard Blues album on April 18.

• The Monroes have a brand new song and video, “Caught In The Balance.” Meanwhile, their classic tune “What Do All The People Know” has been covered by former Runaways singer Cherie Currie!

• Guitarist Johnny Vernazza appears on the new compilation album, NOW That’s What I Call Yacht Rock 2. He appears with Elvin Bishop on the song “Fooled Around and Fell in Love.”

• Heavy metal favorites Ratt are in the latest round of commercials from Geico insurance, featuring their 1985 hit, “Round and Round.”

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• The Village People - which includes North County’s Victor Willis (aka The Policeman) - has had their song, “Y.M.C.A.” inducted into the Library of Congress’s National Recording Registry.

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Beach rock quintet Sandollar placed their song “up up” on the new netflix series Outer Banks. The song turns up at approximately 11 minutes into the first episode. Thier new album, Roller Coaster, is available on Pacific Records.

• Four discs of unreleased Frank Zappa music, recorded in 1970, are due soon – titled The Mothers 1970, the box set will be out June 26 on Zappa Records /Ume. • FYE.com has released a series of exclusive, limited edition versions of recent albums, including three from San Diego artists: P.OD. Circles (orange vinyl), Stephen Pearcy View to a Thrill, Switchfoot Native Tongue (ultra clear vinyl) • New videos just out include clips from punk quartet Bathwater Babies (“Subterranean Quarantine Blues”), pop punk trio Blink-182 (“Happy Days”), piano playing singer-songwriter Marie Haddad (“Atlantis II”), Rosa’s Cantina (“Kitchen Creek Road”) and surf / rock ‘n’ roll combo The Tourmaliners feat. Grace Berryhill (“Leaving Saladita”)

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• 1980’s era power-poppers Mark DeCerbo & Four Eyes and R&B rockers The Trebels will be the next two bands featured in the San Diego Underground Files series from Spain’s Bickerton Records, out this fall • New singles out now include: powerhouse singer Josie Day “Live For Love,” reggae/rock/pop musician Timothy H with “Three Waves Crashing,” rockers Overfall with “Not Alright,” • New albums / EP’s out in the next few weeks include: Ready Set Survive Keys, Black Hesher Saints And Sirens,

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S E I T I N U T R O P P O G N I Z I SE S N E P P A H ” T ” F I T H S F “ I N E H W “SH W

By Debra Rosen, President/Ceo North San Diego Business Chamber

e have heard so much about this giant monster we cannot see or touch. It is constantly in the news bringing only negativity, but what we don’t hear is the opportunity it has given us to grow. While the collateral damage from this pandemic is worse than COVID itself, we can all find something positive to come from this disruption of the old routines and this new way of life.

Retail has been hit hard and many who we have spoken to didn’t have e-commerce set up as they believe business is best done in person. Yes, personal relationships are wonderful but this new normal has given us the opportunity to showcase and diversify our businesses by selling goods and services online. While it is a small investment to set up, the returns have proven to be huge.

Besides letting our hair go gray, not having to wear makeup, or even checking the back of our heads before getting on a ZOOM meeting, the opportunities that can come out of this pandemic are many.

With many people working remote, there has been a cultural shift from the belief that you have to be in the office to get work done. I have to admit, it was a bit difficult getting this remote work down as I enjoyed being at the office with my colleagues and in the field with At the Chamber, we have embraced techmembers daily. Many companies are findnology for more connections using ZOOM for ing that their employees are more productive webinars, virtual networking, and even advisory and efficient working from home while saving councils. The number of attendees and enthem time with commuting and traffic. There is gagement is much higher than when we were always a benefit to being in the office, it builds doing them in person. Needless to say, this camaraderie and more collaboration can be exceeded our expectations and never did we done, but a balance between remote and ofthink ZOOM would be a great way to engage fice work can be good for everyone. new members and make new connections.

This technology is borderless, and we find our As we have worked from home and evaluengagement has grown outside of the North ated our processes, and programs, it became region with attendees from all over San Diego evident that there were some gaps where we County. It has also proven valuable in connect- can do things a bit more efficiently. What beting to a new customer base for us and many ter time than now, to focus on making a shift in in the business community. our normal responsibilities and doing our jobs

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a little different for a better outcome, stronger engagement and better relationships.

As our old normal shifts into anew we now have the opportunity to spend more time supporting the local business community and giving back to those who have supported all of our kid’s sports teams, charities, non-profits and school activities.

At the end of the day, we all have more time.

Time to appreciate the simple things in life such as taking walks, spending more time with family, and reflecting back on what is really important in life. Time also gives us perspective, reinforcing the importance of reaching out to those who have lost touch, and taking the time to assist and support those in need. And, when we find time to take that walk or bike ride, the air is cleaner from less traffic on the road.

Yes, this challenging time will come to an end but think about all of the opportunities we have to make a difference in our lives while we try to sort this all out.

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CIRCUS VARGAS RETURNS WITH BIG TOP DREAM!

By Rebecca Jefferis Williamson

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he show must go on, but during the pandemic lockdown--- the training must go on.

The show, this time, is a circus, as in Circus Vargas, an American circus who have been around for 50 years and are currently quarantined in Lucerne Valley located southeast of Victorville.

Circus Vargas’ performers must stay in shape and fit, ready to perform again as soon as the pandemic shutdown orders are lifted.

The troupe routinely perform in San Diego County, and most recently, in National City according to spokesperson Rolanda Kaiser Andrade via a phone interview.

These athletes have been practicing aerial acts and other acrobatic, gymnastic drills in the valley.

When they do reopen, expect the travelling Big Top to be ready for post-pandemic safety measures.

“We will follow all guidelines by the CDC as well as all state and city regulations,” she said. “We will have a health and safety plan that goes above and beyond to keep our audience, as well as our cast and crew safe.”

“We will follow all guidelines and will open up to whatever percentage is deemed safe,” she noted. “Just as all other entities will have to do.”

Additionally, besides following procedures on how to open; they are revisiting their social distancing requirements “We’re using this time to overview everything we do,” said Kaiser Andrade. “We’re going to do more than the minimum requirements for social distancing.”

Their plans include no waiting in line, and they will not be opening to capacity, which is 1,200, said Kaiser Andrade.

Focusing on staying fit is just a part of the challenge these performers have.

“They (the performers) can’t get unemployment,” said Kaiser Andrade.

Husband and wife, Katya and Nelson Quiroga, own this company, and are taking care of the approximately forty performers and their families said Kaiser Andrade. But

financial help is appreciated.

Their performers, who hail from a variety of countries, such as Italy, Argentina and others, are not able to return to their own countries during the shutdown according Kaiser Andrade.

But, the over-all experience of going to this animal free circus includes a variety of visuals.

These performers dazzle on the flying trapeze, perform a roller skate show, a teeter board act, act as daredevils, jugglers, clowns, tumblers and more.

Kaiser Andrade highlighted the family memories to be had by witnessing their circus.

“More important than ever will be the kind of experiences and memories families will make together,” she said.

“The kind of family entertainment that Circus Vargas brings, the memories and magic that we create, that will live on for generations….this is why it is so important that we continue.”

Tenacity, determination, and goals keep the circus company going.

“This is why it is so important that we continue and come back stronger than ever,” she added. “Because now, more and more people are realizing how life can change in an instant.”

Kasier Andrade voiced how the circus can affect ttendees.

“There is a magic that you can’t explain until you experience it and that is what we are about! That is what motivates us,” she said.

Their box office is closed, monies they relied on are gone but there is a way to assist these artists.

“We don’t have a GoFundMe but we are selling OPEN tickets to help support the cast since they have no income,” clarified Kaiser Andrade.

The website to help the company is www.showclix.com/event/circus-vargas-support for more information visit: www.circusvargas.com

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Many restaurants remain open with reduced staff and increased health protocols to service the community and to weather these very challenging times. To aid in the communication of dynamic changes in the industry, Local Umbrella Media is a resource for san diegans to find restaurants that are currently still open and offering food for pick-up and/or delivery. landini’s Pizza, little italy pick-up and third-party delivery only at little italy location. in-house orders for local deliveries within little italy are available; call 619.238.3502. liberty station location is closed. (liberty public market is closed until further notice.) landinispizzeria.com las Olas mexican Restaurant, Carlsbad and Cardiff pick-up only. call in order ahead. hours may vary. 10% off all food items. margaritas, beer and wine in sealed containers are available with food purchases. catering services via curbside pick-up also available. lasolasmex.com/index.html little Cakes Cupcake Kitchen, vista take-out and curbside pick-up. free next day delivery within 10 mile radius; call for details. email info@ littlecakeskitchen.com or call in for orders. vista location closed during the weekdays starting march 30; open on weekends. bakeries inside of gelson’s markets in la costa and del mar will stay open. littlecakeskitchen.com lobster West, all locations online ordering available at encinitas location only. carlsbad and coronado locations closed as of march 23. lobsterwest.com lotus Café & Juice Bar, encinitas take-out and delivery only. lotuscafeandjuicebar.com love Boat Sushi, Oceanside and San marcos take-out and delivery only. phone, online or in-person take-out orders (not delivery) receive 10% off with coupon (see facebook page). loveboatsushi.com mama’s ‘n Papa’s Pizza grotto, vista pick-up and delivery only. order by phone or online. mamanpapaspizza.com

to-go only. growlers available (new grower fee waived) as well as bottles and local honey. modified wednesday-sunday hours; closed monday and tuesday. check facebook page for menu. meadiocritymead.com

Hacienda de vega, Rancho Santa fe and Carlsbad pick-up and delivery only. family meals are available; $29 for twoperson dinner and $49 for fourperson dinner. haciendadevega.com

mendocino farms, la Jolla and del mar pick-up for online and phone orders, as well as catering and third-party delivery. la jolla and del mar locations open; carlsbad and downtown san diego locations closed. check website for updated location hours and closures. mendocinofarms.com

Helia Brewing Co., vista pick-up and delivery only. open for pick-ups and delivery monday through friday, 3 to 6 p.m. all orders need to be pre-ordered (and prepaid online with credit card) through direct message (@heliabeer), text message 760.274.4968 heliabeer.com Hooked On Sushi, encinitas and Carlsbad take-out only. closed sunday. see website for each location’s adjusted business hours. beer and cold sake are now available to-go. hookedonsushi.co

mikko Sushi, all locations take-out and delivery only. beer and sake available to buy with any food order. locations in carlsbad, vista and escondido. check website for adjusted hours and updates. mikkosushi.com mustangs & Burros, la Jolla to-go menu, drinks and produce bags available for curbside pick-up. see the full menu online. meritagecollection.com/estancia-lajolla/dining/mustangs-and-burros

iron fist Brewing, vista and Barrio logan to-go only. kegs, cans, bottles and growlers are available from vista location only. both tasting rooms in vista and barrio logan are temporarily closed. ironfistbrewing.com

nado republic, coronado take-out only. 15% off all orders. menu available online. nadorep.com

isabelle Briens french Pastry Cafe, encinitas take-out only. pre-order by phone at 760.942.7891. ibcafe.com

napizza, encinitas and little italy pick-up, delivery or catering only. call in or order online. na-pizza.com

Jacked up Brewery, escondido to-go only. kegs (multiple sizes) and $5 cans of beer available. call 760.300.0633 for questions. jackedupbrewery.com

Cesarina, Ocean Beach take-out and delivery only. order online. 100 percent of proceeds will be given to employees. cesarinarestaurant.com H Brothers, escondido open for take-out during temporary hours, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. call ahead at 442.999.5542. closed sunday and monday. hbrothers.net

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Jojo’s Creamery, encinitas pick-up and delivery only during modified shop hours. closed mondays. order online or by phone. jojoscreamery.com Jorge’s mexicatessen, encinitas (Two locations) take-out only at both encinitas locations. phone orders accepted; call at new number 760.452.2535. facebook.com/jorgesmexicatessen

Kai Ola Sushi, encinitas 15% off to-go and curbside pick-up orders. call ahead at 760.452.2493. see website for full menu. kai-ola.com Ki’s Restaurant, leucadia to-go only. order online or call ahead at 760.436.5236. kisrestaurant.com/ lamppost Pizza, vista to-go only. see website for menu. diy pizza kits offered (while supplies last), as well as four-pack beers and new growlers (growler fee waived). hours may change daily; call 760.407.7600 to confirm. lamppostpizzavista.gimmegrub.com Baps Restaurant, escondido open for curbside, pickup and delivery. bapsrestaurant.com Battlemage Brewing, vista online crowler sales available with curbside pickup. battlemagebrewing.com Birdseye Kitchen, encinitas take-out and phone orders only. call ahead at 760.479.0488. birdseyekitchen.com Bump Coffee, Cardiff By The Sea grab-and-go only. limited menu: hot and cold coffee, bags of coffee, and empanadas. drinkbumpcoffee.com Burger Bench, escondido take-out and curbside pick-up only. limited hours; no breakfast available at this time. burgerbench.com California Homemades, escondido to-go menu only. order online or by phone. preparation time is 25 minutes. prepacked soups and salads are also available. californiahomemades.com Cava, all locations online ordering and pick-up only.

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THE NEED FOR TOUCH

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DIRTY BIRDS IS WINGING IT FORWARD

By Dr. Enid V. Singer, MFT

By Noli Zosa; Founding Partner of Dirty Birds Restaurant Group.

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he Dirty Birds restaurant group is a locally established brand founded in 2008. the restaurant is nationally known for its’ award winning 41 flavors of chicken wings. It has grown to four locations; Pacific Beach, Ocean Beach, college area and Liberty Station. the fifth location on the UcSD campus was due to open in March but has been delayed by the coronavirus pandemic.

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was medical school bound, in my mind, before my life revealed that my true passion was the psychology of mind/body connection and emotional/spiritual healing. I volunteered at UCLA hospital during my last year of high school. My charge were the babies born to mothers unable to be with their newborns. These mothers were often crack, alcohol or heroin addicted and were coping with the roller coaster of withdrawal. Their babies desperately needed connection. In fact, their well-being depended upon touch. That was my job. I’d lift the little one into my arms and take a seat in the rocking chair in their hospital room. I’d hold the baby close to my chest while rocking, soothing, cooing and caressing these new arrivals.

Touch is so essential to well-being that we have a name for what happens when a child doesn’t get enough touch. It is called “Failure to Thrive”. The child does not gain weight, is easily fatigued, overly sleepy, irritable, in essence is undernourished.

The little one can look like a Raggedy Ann or Raggedy Andy doll. My job was to prevent that. I will always remember how; like Velcro, they clung to my chest for connection.

This basic human need for touch never really disappears. We learn and enjoy in our close relations how to give and receive this life-affirming ingredient. Touch and hugs feed us. We have been instructed for weeks due to COVID19 to stay a “life-saving” 6 feet from one another. There will be a time when we will again be able to greet each other with paradoxically “life-saving” touch.

Until then, I want to introduce you to Self-Havening. It is a method by which you can self-nurture, self-soothe and self- regulate at a time of so many unsettling unknowns. Self-havening is a neurologically healing exercise that takes very little time but has a huge positive impact. It calms our nervous system and restabilizes it by using gentle consistent self-stroking. There is a link to the SelfHavening technique at the end of this article. It is also a wonderful tool to teach children. What better gift besides our love and support can we give ourselves and our children than a way to self-regulate when feeling afraid and unsure in life. I remember once sitting on the edge of my seat at a conference on trauma recovery when a pioneer in the field was about to share what he would want if he were traumatized. I did not expect his answer. A “hug” from a friend he said. Selfhavening is a way to meet two needs at this time in history – one for touch when we may be touch deprived and one for self-soothing in a time of uncertainty.

Soon after all non-essential businesses were ordered to be closed; Dirty Birds created our ‘Winging It forward’ project as a way to say thank you to the unsung heroes of the medical community along with first responders during these trying times. for every 20 wings purchased, Dirty Birds donates 20 wings to Emergency room teams, fire Departments, Police Departments, EMt’s and staffing of various medical and first responder organizations. to date, over 60,000 wings have been donated as a result of this project. Just like all small businesses, Dirty Birds has been struggling to survive because of this mandatory shutdown, but the restaurant group values putting people over profits and giving back to those that take care of our communities. the Winging It forward Project has served over 35 facilities including 4 police stations, 5 fire stations, and hospital facilities such as Sharp and Scripps hospitals, UcSD and aMr EMt Stations. On thursday May 14th, Dirty Birds was proud to serve lunch to the hardworking first responders, medical staff, and city employees providing critical services in the Operation Shelter to home serving the over 1,100 individuals experiencing homelessness at the San Diego convention center.

With your support, our Winging It forward project has gained city wide attention and has received special recognition by San Diego Mayor Kevin faulconer during a recent press conference. for more information about Dirty Birds and the Winging It forward project, please visit our website at dirtybirdsbarandgrill.com or see our facebook page.

Google YouTube, “Simplified Self-Havening” (1 minute and 41 seconds) Dr. Enid V. Singer, MFT is a Certified Trauma Specialist whose doctorate is in Clinical Psychology. She is both Certified and a Consultant in EMDR and is in private practice in Del Mar/Carmel Valley, CA

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ILLUMINA, UK AGENCIES PARTNER ON $34.4 MILLION SEqUENCING STUDY OF COVID-19 PATIENTS San Diego-based Illumina and several UK agencies have committed $34.4 million to obtain wholegenome sequences of 35,000 patients affected by cOVID-19.

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ere are the tips you need for cooking the best possible burgers in your own backyard

the companies are partnering to study how genes affect a patient’s response to SarS-coV-2, the virus that causes cOVID-19. the consortium will sequence up to 20,000 genomes from patients currently or previously in intensive care due to the coronavirus and up Photo courtesy of Illumina to 15,000 patients who had mild or moderate symptoms. Illumina will perform all the sequencing at its cambridge, UK labs.

Some burgers are just better. It’s all in the technique — how you form it and how you grill it.

Start with the Right Beef

UK research and Innovation, the Department of health and Social care, and the national Institute for health research are funding the study along with genomics England. Illumina is providing an undisclosed in-kind contribution. this new study is the latest effort between longtime partners Illumina and genomics England. Illumina became a key partner for the 100,000 genomes Project in 2014 and in January the organizations announced a deal for Illumina to sequence 300,000 patients to support diagnosis and inform treatment.

Officials involved with the study expressed hope that whole-genome sequencing might also help in the search for cOVID-19 treatments. “By discovering why some people are predisposed to developing life-threatening symptoms, the consortium will be able to identify treatments which have the best chance of success in clinical trials, and potentially identify people at extreme risk if they develop cOVID-19,” said Kenneth Baillie, a clinical research fellow at the University of Edinburgh.

SCRIPPS HEALTH LAUNCHES RAPID COVID-19 TESTING AT HOSPITALS NEW DIAgNOSTIC TEST DELIvERS POSITIvE RESULTS IN AS LITTLE AS 5 MINUTES

the best burgers are made from freshly ground, high-grade beef chuck in an 80/20 mix (meat to fat). Spread the beef out flat and season with salt and pepper. If you have a secret ingredient like Worcestershire sauce or chopped bacon, add it now. toss together gently. you don’t want to overmix. making the Patties. grab 6 to 7 ounces of meat and lightly toss from hand to hand, forming a ball the patty should be at least as wide as your bun and about 3/4 to 1 inch thick.

Perfect-Burger Secret Tip...

Make a divot in the middle of the burger with your thumb to help it keep its shape while cooking. these patties can be made ahead and chilled in the fridge. get grilling.

Preheat the grill to medium or medium-high over direct heat. Oil the grate with a neutral-flavored oil like canola or vegetable. When the oil begins to smoke, it’s hot enough to add the burgers. Make sure your burgers are at room temperature and season them again with salt and pepper. Put the burgers on the grill and let them be. the less touching, the better the burger. for a juicier burger, resist the urge to press down. cover the grill.

Time to flip.

Scripps health today announced the launch of the fastest available molecular point-of-care test for detecting the novel coronavirus at its five hospital campuses in San Diego county. the test, which will be used to screen for cOVID-19 in hospitalized patients requiring quick diagnostic turnaround, can deliver a positive result in as little as five minutes and a negative result in 13 minutes. the diagnostic tool received emergency use authorization from the food and Drug administration on March 27. “testing is a critical part of the overall response to the coronavirus pandemic,” said chris Van gorder, president and cEO of Scripps health. “today, Scripps moves that important tool to the front line of our fight against this devastating disease. the ability to deliver results in minutes at our hospitals for patients exhibiting possible symptoms of cOVID-19 will allow our physicians to make faster and better decisions about delivering the best care needed.” the assay runs on abbott’s ID nOW infectious disease testing platform, a 6.6-pound, small toaster-sized portable device that uses molecular technology to deliver reliable and accurate results. for cOVID-19, the platform looks for the novel coronavirus rdrp gene in throat, nasal, nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal swabs taken from patients who might be infected.

It’s time to flip when the burger releases from the grate without sticking.

Toppings. to add cheese, move the burgers to the cooler side of the grill, top with cheese and cover the grill for a minute to let the cheese melt.

Place the patties on buns, add other toppings and serve.

Remember.....

“you don’t want anything leaner than 20% fat any less and the meat will be dry and break off into your mouth as you eat it. the truth is there is more beef flavor in the cheaper cuts of meat, like the chuck or brisket, than choicer and more expensive cuts.” ahmed abdelaziz is available for zoom cooking classes, or meal prep.

the ID nOW system joins several other platforms already in use at Scripps laboratories for in-house testing for cOVID-19, as well as outside testing capacity provided through Quest Diagnostics.

When you call ahmed and say: “I heard it through the grapevine” receive a one-hour free ZOOM cooking class.

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SAN DIEGO RESTAURANTS, BARS & BREWERIES OPEN DURING COVID-19 WHERE (AND HOW) TO ENjOY FOOD & DRINk

By Beth Demmon Now that we’re solidly several weeks into shelter-in-place, many of us are feeling burnt out on preparing the same meals at home day after day. Good news for everyone tired of cooking for themselves: it’s still possible to enjoy your favorite familiar flavors from many local restaurants, breweries, and bars during COVID-19. NPR recently reassured consumers that picking up food and drinks from restaurants is safe, but stressed taking proper precautions like hand-washing and social distancing during the exchange.

San Diego’s already resilient restaurant scene has responded to the pandemic by adjusting hours of operation, limiting menus, and increasing safety measures like requiring gloves, masks, and plenty of extra scrubbing. This means you don’t have to choose between enjoying your favorite noodle joint or living without that California burrito—plenty of places are still operating, and it’s a crucial time to support small, local businesses to make sure their doors stay open in the future.

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WHERE TO EAT In Mid-City, places like North Park’s Tribute Pizza and University Heights’ Pop Pie Company have successfully pivoted to to-go menus with virtually no human contact required. Tribute is now also offering bottled cocktails, which knocks off an extra stop for a drink to pair with your pizza. Additional collaborative efforts include underbelly in North Park, who launched a rotating menu of exclusive cocktails from places like Craft & Commerce, J and Tony’s, and Polite Provisions.

Even upscale eateries like Juniper & ivy in Little Italy, il dandy in Bankers Hill, and The Cork & Craft in Rancho

Bernardo have switched up their style to provide elevated cuisine for off-premise consumption. For anyone craving a special night in, it’s a great time to treat yourself.

For what smaller spots like giorgino’s deli in Golden Hill, California Tap Room in North Park, Saigon Sandwiches in City Heights, and Corbin’s BBQ in Rolando lack in social media prestige, they make up for with quality. Giorgino’s cheesesteaks and cold cuts are as good as anything on the East Coast, and Saigon Sandwiches is offering a 3-for-2 bahn mi deal during COVID-19.

WHERE TO DRINK If your bar cart is looking a little empty, South Park vegan eatery KindRed has also replicated their lauded libations into a to-go format for at-home enjoyment.

Nearby Rose Wine Bar and fernside now provide wine, cocktails, and growlers of beer to takeaway, so it’s easy to stock up on a variety of booze to make sure you still have the luxury of choice, even if it’s just in your own kitchen.

San Diegans who dove headfirst into the craft beer craze will be pleased to know there’s no shortage of breweries offering their wares in cans, crowlers, growlers, or even kegs at absurdly low prices. aleSmith Brewing Company in Miramar—who has

been named one of the best breweries in the world multiple times by RateBeer—is cranking out new releases as well as old favorites in a variety of packaging options to make it easy to enjoy fresh craft beer at home. Smaller breweries like Thunderhawk alements, Home Brewing Company, latchkey Brewing, Second Chance Beer Company, and Rouleur Brewing Company have limited their operations, but are still open for business to ensure thirsty patrons can still get their fill. Finally, Coronado Brewing Company, Original 40 Brewing Company, and all Pizza Port locations are all providing both beer and food options for people craving a brewpub experience at home.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Be sure to check social media before popping by. Some places are instituting reservation times for pick-ups to ensure proper social distancing protocols, and most places have reduced their hours. To reduce exposure, consider pre-paying for your order to limit time spent out and surfaces touched.

Bring a mask, gloves, and wipes to sanitize all packaging your food or drinks come in, and discard everything immediately after use.

If you aren’t comfortable getting food or drinks to-go, consider purchasing a gift certificate for future use. Posting a review on Yelp or social media is also an easy, no-contact way to promote your favorite places around San Diego.

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LEADERSHIP LESSONS FROM COVID-19 TIPS TO BECOME POSITIVELY CONTAGIOUS Brain fitness expert Dr. Heidi Hanna shares insights from helping San Diego companies use current challenges as opportunities for personal and professional growth.

How can our reactions and responses to the pandemic help us adapt in positive ways for our collective new normal

By Heidi Hanna, PhD

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aving interviewed hundreds of researchers, leaders and entrepreneurs over the years, there are core insights from the past that have proven helpful in navigating these uncertain and often confusing covid-19 circumstances more effectively. for those of us in the San Diego area, we’ve seen many great examples of this type of positive adaptability in action, positively highlighted by our local government and media.

is a mindset, 1 Preparedness not a commodity.

although pivoting to a more positive mindset may seem superficial at times of great worry and anxiety, the little nudges we provide to our nervous system on a daily basis can actually enhance our perceived ability to cope, giving us more cognitive and emotional bandwidth to be flexible and adaptable over time.

leadership isn’t 2 authentic easy, but it’s worth it.

Vincent B Davis who has led organizations such as Sony, amazon and now feeding america through disaster preparedness and recovery passionately shared his perspective that you can’t buy disaster kits and assume you are prepared. Perhaps nothing has made this more clear than our current crisis. While it will certainly be helpful to our recovery efforts to have the supplies we may need, we also need to build our mental and emotional capacity to navigate through difficult times in order to use critical resources to our advantage. When reviewing survivors of tragedies such as 9/11, it’s those who move from shock or surprise of the unexpected circumstances into action to do what’s required to cope.

3 We are truly better together.

Perhaps one of the biggest blessings in the midst of all of our collective covid-19 related suffering is that we are forced to face difficult conversations head on, including pre-existing mental health conditions. according to the World health Organization, anxiety and depression were the leading causes of disability in the workplace before covid-19, and it’s estimated that our mental health will be stretched even further as a result of our current challenges. In the past, many leaders were afraid to bring up these tough conversations, preferring to focus on the more tangible tasks at hand. now, many cEOs are choosing to engage employees in discussions around short and long-term mental health strategies in a variety of proactive ways, including town-hall discussions, leadership training and programs that are available to employees and their families.

the need for social support in stressful times has never been more obvious. neuroscience research has long supported the notion that stress can enhance performance when we feel connected to a cause we care about.

In fact, the stress hormone cortisol which usually causes the brain and body to atrophy and become inflamed, becomes a stimulus for growth when accompanied by the social bonding chemical oxytocin. When we feel supported by others, not only are we able to cope more effectively, but we are able to see more possibilities for collaboration and innovation in the midst of difficult times.

although many of us are forced to focus on the most critical steps to make it through another difficult day, we also have the possibility to look for opportunities to learn and grow stronger as a result of these experiences. Only time will tell if these lessons will be short-lived or provide sustainable brain-healthy habits that will enable us to thrive together in the foreseeable future.

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Dr. hanna is the chief Energy Officer of Synergy Brain fitness, a company providing brainbased health and performance programs to individuals and organizations,

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WHY WORKOUT DURING COVID -19

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By Joe Decker

I would imagine, like my wife and I, many of you are going stir crazy sitting at home during this time of international pandemic and lockdown. It makes it even worse that we weren’t able to run our favorite trails like PQ canyon or host our Gut Check Fitness outdoor classes in the local parks due to the closures. Not only are many of us not able to exercise but we’ve certainly seen our wine intake and propensity for day snacking on the rise as well. That being said, we’ve found to work around the new restrictions that we’ve had to get creative in an effort to maintain our physical and mental health and wellness. Trust me, it is that important.

SO, WHY IS ExERCISE IMPORTANT DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC? Regular exercise is essential for everyone under normal circumstances. However, here are a few reasons why exercise is especially crucial during the COvid-19 pandemic: Exercise boosts the immune system: Research shows that regular, moderateintensity exercise has immune-boosting benefits that may help your body fight off infections, including COVID-19.

Exercise may prevent weight gain: Exercise can help you burn extra calories caused by dietary changes, to much day drinking and offset the effects of sedentary activities.

Exercise reduces stress and anxiety: Exercise is a proven mood-booster and can help adults reduce stress levels and build emotional resilience.

Exercise improves sleep: There is evidence that suggests regular exercise helps you fall asleep faster and improves sleep quality — and getting a good night’s sleep has also been found to boost your immune system.

Exercise may be especially beneficial for older adults and people with chronic health conditions, such as diabetes, arthritis, or heart disease.

Regular exercise can help to improve balance, flexibility, strength, mobility, and cardiovascular health. Plus, it can boost energy and overall well-being.

How can i stay physically active despite COvid-19 closures?

There are many ways you can be active, even when the gym is closed and you are practicing social distancing. According to recommendations from the American Heart Association, adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity, or at least 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical activity, per week. I personally recommend to our clients that they try to get 2-3 days of strength/muscle endurance training and 4-5 days of cardiovascular training each week which we offer at our Gut Check Outdoor Fitness classes. I like to say, “it’s better to be prepared and not scared.”

Here are a few suggestions to help you get moving: exercise With family: Exercise is an excellent opportunity for family fun. Walks, bike rides, dance parties, or backyard soccer games are just a few examples of how you and your household members can exercise together. get Outdoors: Walking, cycling, jogging, and hiking can help you get some much-needed fresh air while staying safely away from others. Also, as soon as the parks open, you can join an outdoor fitness class too.

Take a virtual Class: If you have the financial resources, consider supporting your local fitness studio or personal trainer by signing up for online fitness classes or training sessions. We currently offer ZOOM live streaming classes Monday – Friday and you can find the schedule on our website www. gutcheckfitness.com.

Some personal trainers are even offering private virtual sessions customized to your needs, schedule, and preferences.

Plus, having a class or training session on your calendar allows you to interact with other people in a fun way, which may be just the motivation you need to keep up with your fitness regime. I currently offer personal training sessions virtually via the TrueCoach platform and the workouts are based upon the program I developed to become the World’s Fittest Man gutcheckfitness.com/company-history Challenge Yourself: Set an exercise goal — such as joining our Gut Check ZOOM classes 3-5 days per week or beating your best 5K time — and make a plan to work toward achieving it.

The Bottom line: Although it may take some effort to create and adjust to new fitness routines, regular physical activity can help you optimize your health and well-being during the coronavirus pandemic and hopefully help you maintain your sanity.

My wife, Nicole Decker and I own and operate Gut Check Fitness, an international Outdoor Fitness and Event company and host classes in the Carmel Valley area as well as many other amazing locations around San Diego. In addition, we do offer world class ZOOM live streaming classes and top notch personal training as well. If you have any questions at all, please feel free to email nicole@gutcheckfitness.com. Hope to see you virtually and eventually meet you in person.

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