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PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID SAN DIEGO, CA PERMIT NO. 3175 LOCAL POSTAL CUSTOMER *******ECRWSSEDDM**** 4S Ranch, Crosby Estates, Del Sur, The Lakes, Santaluz www.localumbrellanews.com June 2021 | VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 We’re Back!!! Sushi on the Rock is now serving the community with pick-up, delivery, catering, and special events. SEE PAGE 3 Better Call Ray Shay! DRE 01946504 Keller Williams Luxury International

2 June, 2021 | VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 Jay, Amber and Chef Rob Photo by Stunning Photography www.stunning-photography.com WE’RE BACK!!! Sushi on the Rock now rocking custom take-out, delivery and catering Sushi on the Rock is back in the community and has created a new dining experience featuring a unique take-out and delivery concept. Amber Johnson, who owned the 4S Ranch location, has teamed back up with Executive chef Robert Cassidy and Sushi chef Jay Mercado. The three were known for years with the 4S Ranch-based location as the “local favorites.” “Sushi on the Rock is back,” Cassidy says, “with our culinary catering facility in Rancho Ber- nardo we have put a new twist on local dining. People have embraced dining more in their homes with friends and family and we help create a beautiful array of cuisine to be taken home and shared.” Sushi on the Rock has catered for the MLB, NHL and NBA,” Cassidy continued. “We have a long list of celebrities, athletes and businesses that indulge in the amazing food, presentation and outstanding service. We are thrilled to be in a beautiful LOCAL NEWS | LocalUmbrellaNews.com /LocalUmbrellaMedia @LocalUmbrellaMedia ADVERTISE | [email protected]

VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 | June, 2021 3 state of the art culinary kitchen to bring the Sushi on the Rock experience through takeout and delivery.” Friends include a wide and im- pressive array of local MLB stars including Dave Roberts, Trevor Hoffman, Brian and Marcus Giles, Mark Kotsay, James Shields, David Wells and these days Fernando Tatis, Jr. and Manny Machado. In fact, Hoffman, Giles and company got the Paterson sushi into the Padres clubhouse. It proved so popular that visiting teams also requested the catered experience with the Patterson eventually securing catering deals to MLB clubhouses throughout California. Sushi on the Rock partnered with a large-scale Rancho Bernar- do wholesale kitchen facility to create an in-person, warehouse storefront take-out experience as they beefed up their home, and event, catering operations. This direct kitchen to consumer concept has proven deliciously successful for sushi dining fans alike. That’s why Sushi on the Rock, along with its catering, and events, arm, Olive & Spice, is expanding its community con- sciousness, letting residents from the I-5 Corridor to the Del Mar beaches, and throughout North County to the great beyond know that convenient sushi takeout and delivery and catering is widely available, affordable and fun. Chef Cassidy grew up in the greater Los Angeles area, and then he moved to San Diego to pur- sue a career in firefighting. Later while working as a Sushi Chef ap- prentice, he discovered his passion for Asian cuisine. Since 2001, Chef Rob has been dedicated to SOTR with honest passion, and innova- tive techniques. His culinary flair continues to impress, delivering unique dishes and creating a variety of sauces that are unparal- leled. “Being behind the sushi bar for 20 years has been an incredible journey,” Cassidy said. “I have had the opportunity to learn, grow, train, mentor and most of all have met some of the most amazing people who have become family to SOTR.” Chef Cassidy added, “During the last year the challenges we have all faced is unfortunate, this shift is a new chapter, and I am looking forward to putting all of my focus in the kitchen and being able to continue to create a new platform for this industry.” Here are the details. Pick up in Rancho Bernardo is at 11035 Technology Place, Suite 600. Fine food aficionados can pick up the right stuff at the kitchen store- front from 4.30 p.m. to 7:30 PM Wednesday, Thursday and Sun- day; 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, dark on Monday and Tuesday. If you are craving a sushi night out, Chef Cassidy will be the guest chef at 067 Eatery in Rancho Santa Fe every Tuesday evening from 5:00-8:00pm. Contact the sushi masters by phone at (858) 451-4712 or vis- it on the World Wide Web at https://www.sushiontherock.com. If you are craving a sushi LOCAL NEWS | LocalUmbrellaNews.com /LocalUmbrellaMedia @LocalUmbrellaMedia ADVERTISE | [email protected]

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VVOOLULUMMEE66| I|SISSSUUEE36| M| Jaurnche,, 22002211 195 PUBLISHER’S PICK Local finds and observations by our publisher ELLIPTIGO - CONFESSIONS OF PLATE 3VOLUME 6 | ISSUE THEI’VBEESETVEBRLINHDADD?ATEA REFORMED BICYCLIST Honestly, it’s been over 30 years since my last blind date, and after his stuff! He explained that he grew up in “the blind business” and nearly 27 years of marriage I really wasn’t anticipating another… ever. PUBLISHER’S PICKMy wife had other ideas. had over 30 years’ experience including having his own production facility in the past. VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 3 | March, 2021 19 I made a date. Her first idea was to remodel our bathroom, which – tahsoinseglwehidoeLa ohcaBadolubsfdeidindinnd’tosduerlaaryenmthdoed“eodla.btTew”sofeodrrawyvseealakttseilroikhenesssohmobwe eyodf tuohpeuaosrtphrpeorsmuwibseedlisher have been through this process know all too well – isn’t PUBLISHER’S PICKises, and messes that last for weeks or months. Like something else blind date according to my wife). but a series of ideas, estimates, decisions, returns, delays, false prom- and was a true gentleman (always the first two things to test on a THE BEST BLIND DATFinally, the mess and noise ended, the constant early morning dai- able to find exactly what she was looking for. we atroemalylsteolof “ftahmisilHiaArSwtiothenindtshoamt hetaipmpeLe!n”oedcian l20f2i0n, Idkesptathnindk- obpsleBesowrbivtdhrairvetecisooamncmussetonbmdaytviaononswutiotrhmpaantucehxbttrhleiemscehhlyoeilcaerrsg,eanvadrmietyywoiffseawma-s ing ly visits by our “guests” (construction workers) ended, and my wife was happy with the results – whew! Only one thing remained. Hence the blind date. We had installed a very large beautiful new window that allowed THE BESIT’VBELEINVDERDHAATED?mywifetoenjoyourspectacularEastCountyviewfromthebath- tuIb’ve–ablwutayws elonvededbeidcywcleins!dow coverings for it. Bob promised a price and a proposed schedule – both of which were delivered promptly and within budget. Less than a week later Express Blinds installed our new blinds, our remodel was complete, and our marriage survived. I’m not saying a blind date is necessarily a good idea for your rela- tionship or marriage, but it worked for us in this fashion! 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6 June, 2021 | VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 TWO UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURES AWAIT YOU Experience Vietnam and Spain/Portugal with the Chamber June 9, 2021 –North San Diego and encourage your friends to join Meals Consisting “We’re offering the Business Chamber has announced you. Of 7 Buffet Break- opportunity for the their International travel plans for fasts and 3 Din- community to travel 2021 - 2022 and never before, has The Vietnam adventure will ners. Wine and with the Chamber traveling to exotic places been this take place from February 19-28, Water Included at competitive and affordable. These international 2022. The $2399 offers an inclusive with Dinners inclusive rates,” said trips are open to anyone 18 and package that includes 10 days/8 • Sightseeing Tour Debra Rosen, Pres- over. nights. North San Diego Business Program - - Sight- ident and CEO of Chamber President, Debra Rosen seeing, including the North San Diego The destinations of travel for experienced the Vietnam trip in local guide and Business Chamber. 2021 include Portugal and Spain February of 2019 and said, “it was all entrance fees “The Chamber has November 1-9, 2021, and a trip to the experience of a lifetime, prob- as follows: City traveled to China, Vietnam February 19-28 2022. For ably the second favorite trip of the tours of Lisbon, Spain, Italy, Ireland, more details and information on all many we have taken.” Évora, and Seville South Africa, Croatia trips visit https://sdbusinesscham- as well as tour of and the Rhine River.” ber.com/travel/ Vietnam Tour Price $2399 In- Jerez and Arcos One does not need to cludes: de la Frontera be a member of the Thursday July 29, the Chamber including horse Chamber to travel will host a complimentary preview • Roundtrip International Airfare show and a visit with them. meeting to talk about the Vietnam & Tax from LAX to Bodega. trip and enlighten potential trav- • Optional tours available Chamber travel- elers of the amazing journey that • Vietnamese Domestic Airfare • Cultural Discovery Series - er, Melissa DeLaCazada and her awaits them. Admission is free but & Tax • Professional Tour Director - friends have been on all of the preregistration is required. Call 858- • Deluxe Motor Coaches - Chamber trips and she shares, 487-1767 Ext 10 to register yourself • 4- and 5-Star Hotel Accommo- • Baggage Handling and Trans- “Chamber trips are ideal for those dations fers – traveling alone or with friends, • Optional Madrid extension and a great deal featuring all-inclu- • Daily 3 Meals available sive travel destinations. I’ve visit- • Deluxe Bus Tours Destination Highlights can be ed countries, always dreamed of • Fluent English-speaking Tour found at https://sdbusinesscham- visiting, and felt completely com- ber.com/travel/ fortable and safe doing so with the Guides Chamber.” • Entrance Fees to Attractions Not Included: • Visa Fee • Gratuities • Personal Shopping Destination Highlights can be found at https://sdbusinesscham- ber.com/travel/ The Portugal/Spain adventure will take place November 1-9, 2021 Portugal/Spain price from $3299 Includes: • 9 days, 7 nights including ho- tels, meals, day trips, and airfare from San Diego, CA • Round Trip Air Transportation - Air Transportation from San Diego, Ca • First-Class Accommodations - Hotel Accommodations for 7 Nights • Superb Cuisine - 10 Included LOCAL NEWS | LocalUmbrellaNews.com /LocalUmbrellaMedia @LocalUmbrellaMedia ADVERTISE | [email protected]

VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 | June, 2021 7 I’M ALRIGHT NOW My vaccination story By Barbara Pryor es or there could be only 6.  It felt ahead of me as we had lost each After nearly a year of varying somewhat like a reverse Hunger other in the shuffle.  I could see Games.   him waiting several rows in front stages of stay-at-home orders, work of me. When his time was up, he at home, isolation, and social dis- I struck up a conversation with moved to the check-out line and tancing, the vaccine for COVID-19 the guy in front of me and we received his final paperwork. began to roll out and phases of chatted every now and again individuals were able to qualify throughout the 3 hours as we wait- Before leaving the building, and begin receiving vaccinations.  ed in a socially distanced line.  We he stopped in his tracks, turned Before my group was eligible to stood, sat, stretched, and paced.  around, and scanned the room schedule an appointment for the We watched many groups ahead filled with anxiously awaiting vaccine, stories of leftover doses at of us receive their paperwork and humans staring up at the clock the end of the day at major vac- make their way into the building.  on the wall until he found me.  cine sites circulated.  One of the With each group that left the line, I stood up and we both waved site locations in our city was at our the nervousness ticked up a tad for exuberantly and smiled behind beloved Balboa Park.  On a love- those of us remaining, and it was our masks, our eyes relating our ly Friday afternoon, I decided to palpable as we inched closer and relief and joy.  I felt the sharp sting head out to wait for one.   closer to the front of the line. of tears as they came to my eyes.  Then, he turned around and was By the time I arrived, I was #99 When we were numbers 6 and gone. in the stand-by line.  I wasn’t very 7 from the front, the officer with hopeful, but decided to stick it the paperwork headed our general A few minutes later, my time on out.  The wait was an interesting direction.  With wide eyes, I felt the clock was up and I rose from one, similar to observing the mass- an amazing sense of hope build- my seat to check out.  Paperwork es at the airport.  Many busied ing inside of me as I watched each in hand, I felt like I was in a movie themselves on their phone, a few step that he took toward us.  As he as I burst through the gymnasium had little table stations set up with handed each of us a clipboard with double doors into the beautiful their laptop, a family played soccer paperwork to complete, I jumped fresh air.  I will never forget the with their children, and others for joy and did fist pumps.  My feeling of peace and gratefulness ate snacks.  I heard that the folks buddy and I exchanged a look of that washed over me as I emerged in the front of the line arrived at absolute relief - we had made it into what seemed like a new 7 am.  It was apparent that many through!  We then began the pro- world.  I was overwhelmed with had been through this waiting cess of disclosing our medical life hope as I contemplated the impact game before. stories and more waiting.  Finally, the vaccine would have on our I was seated in a cold chair by a city, our country, and the entire The “people with appointments” very kind woman and the coveted world.  I paused for a moment, line moved at a steady pace as and quite painful vaccine was in taking in the amazing and timely excited individuals made their way my body.  My heart was pounding sunset, took a long deep breath systematically into the gymnasium and I reminded myself to calmly filled with hope, and let it all sink where a multitude of staff pro- breathe as I began to realize the in.   cessed them and eventually admin- magnitude of this experience and istered the vaccine.  These folks of the impact it would have on my Although I don’t even know his laughed and joked and literally life as I had known it for over a name, my brief connection with seemed giddy. year. this human was profound. The image of the tattoo on the back In the “stand-by line”, the at- Immediately following our shot, of his arm made an unparalleled mosphere was quite different.  I we were in another line moving to impression on me and will be with couldn’t help but notice there a different room in the gym and me always - “I’m alright now.” was a sense of anxiety in the air.  on to more waiting.  We were all Most people were subdued and seated 6 feet apart to wait out our I am endlessly grateful for those kept to themselves.  We were all staggered 15 minute observation who produced this vaccine and for concerned that we wouldn’t make times in case of allergic reaction.  those who distribute and adminis- it in.  The word on the street was At this point, my buddy was well ter it. Due to their tireless efforts, that there could be 90 leftover dos- soon we will all be alright. LOCAL NEWS | LocalUmbrellaNews.com /LocalUmbrellaMedia @LocalUmbrellaMedia ADVERTISE | [email protected]

8 June, 2021 | VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 Big Bear Exactly Enough Big Bear Offers Four-Season Escape By Marlise Kast-Myers same day, admiring each resort for its distinct Vegas, and Los Angeles, it makes for easy sum- The year was 2008 when I met the man who personality. mer getaways where fishing, boating, golfing, ziplining, and biking are all on the mountain would be my match. My list of relationship Family-friendly Snow Summit is like the tame menu. requirements spanned from traveler and linguist sister—structured, orderly, and predictable. to musician and artist. Near the top was a pas- With plenty of beginner-to-intermediate slopes, Considered the jewel of the San Bernardino sion for snowboarding and surfing, two sports I she teases with a few back-country challenges National Forest, it beckons hikers to the famed considered life giving. worth exploring on powder days. Pacific Crest Trail running 40 miles through the Big Bear Valley. In the past, my husband and I Having checked every box on my wish list, my Bear Mountain ski resort is like the rebellious had rented snowshoes, trekking from the Discov- man sealed the deal in 2011 with marriage and a brother with a bounty of terrain parks, half- ery Center to the PCT that merges with Cougar honeymoon that took us surfing in Mexico and pipes, and steep groomers to boot. His followers, Crest trail. snowboarding in Mammoth. immersed in their own selfie-stick world— adorned in baggie pants and layered hoodies— But on this anniversary trip, we had boarding Now 10 years later, we longed to return to capture nearly every GoPro jump and jib as if on the brain. With one foot in winter and one where it all started. The only caveat was that our stars of their own movies. foot in spring, we held out for midweek March lives had adopted something called “responsibil- and paid a reasonable $150 per night at Holiday ity.” With full-time jobs, a fixer-upper property, Admittedly, we love them both equally. Inn Resort The Lodge. The free slope shuttle ser- and a hobby-turned-business antique store, we These sibling mountains didn’t always get vice and proximity to the Village won us over. had little margin for active getaways. along, however. In 2002, the former compet- Within walking distance of our hotel were 120 itors—just two miles apart—came under the shops, restaurants, and bars that made up Big When my husband suggested we celebrate our same umbrella to form Big Bear Mountain Bear Lake Village, the commercial area. anniversary in Big Bear, it sounded completely Resorts. In 2014, they were adopted by new doable. And it was. Departing Thursday after parents, this time by Mammoth Mountain for We purchased lift tickets from the new-and-im- work, we made it from our home in San Diego $38 million. Three years later, Mammoth sold proved Big Bear Visitors Center, complete with to our hotel in Big Bear in just over two hours. to Alterra Mountain Company, making all three touch-screen kiosks and live wildlife cams. It’s California ski resorts part of a conglomerate of Framing the banks of Big Bear Lake, this small more than 15 resorts across the U.S. SoCal town first lured us over a decade earlier Although Bear and Summit may not be phys- with its rugged trails in the San Bernardino Na- ically connected, a free shuttle transports the tional Forest. We weren’t the only ones. masses between the two resorts every half hour. The rewards for hitting both peaks include 438 In 1845 a group of renegades stole a herd of acres, 26 lifts, 55 runs, 8,805 vertical feet, and an cattle, only to be chased by Benjamin Wilson average snowfall of 100 inches. who served as Justice of the Peace. In his quest The 2021 season was percolating at 120 inches for the thieves, he discovered a forest alive with so we knew it was time to pay Big Bear a visit. grizzlies, soon labeled “Big Bear Valley.” Our only problem was that we didn’t have a friend with a cabin. If you love the mountains, Fifteen years later, prospector Bill Holcomb always have a friend with a cabin. struck gold in nearby Holcomb Valley. News Big Bear has over 300 of them available for spread and population grew, eventually leading rent, and come winter, the majority flirt proxim- to infrastructure of roads, dams, and mountain ity at a price. During the holidays, expect to pay communities. The real “gold” however, came five times the standard rack rate, plus a three- about in 1938 with the opening of the area’s first night minimum as part of the commitment. ski lift. Hotels are not far behind, unless its midweek late season when prices drop by nearly half. At the time, the town itself—originally called From April through November, Big Bear “Pine Knot”—was nothing but a lodge and a becomes financially fair. Tack on a fourth day, small cluster of camps. That year, the name was and it’s not too painful on the budget. While the officially changed to Big Bear Lake, and those majority of visitors come to ski, there are still camps marked the early center of the communi- plenty of activities to keep families entertained ty. including tubing, bobsledding, bowling, heli- copter tours, and a zoo that rehabilitates local Big Bear continued to grow over the years, Alpine species. now drawing over six million annual visitors When winter melts into spring, this four-sea- who rub ski poles with 5,000 permanent res- son escape doesn’t disappoint. Close to Phoenix, idents. We too are part of that six million, naming Big Bear as our home mountain. The proximity makes it a no-brainer, and the fact they have two ski resorts under one lift ticket keeps us on winter repeat. Every season, we hit both Snow Summit and Bear Mountain on the LOCAL NEWS | LocalUmbrellaNews.com /LocalUmbrellaMedia @LocalUmbrellaMedia ADVERTISE | [email protected]

the go-to spot for local weather, road conditions, ijuana, mountain air, and a smack of cocksure VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 | June, 2021 9 upcoming events, cabin rentals, and everything adolescence. in between. with a cold one. At least one of us was acting our Skiers were clearly outnumbered. From the age. After settling into our hotel, we walked to the parking lot came hordes of snowboarders, rising Village for dinner at The Bone Yard Bar & Grill. from tailgate parties, accessorized in everything By 4 pm, we were back in the car, and by din- Charbroiled burgers, ribeye steak, and baby back from bunny ears and Mohawk helmets to Cap- ner time we were trailing at the coastline. That’s ribs fed the après ski masses. With options like tain America capes and football jerseys. We felt what makes Big Bear so magical; From moun- “redneck tacos” and collard greens, it’s only log- rather drab in our normalcy. But alas, we were tain to beach, there are few destinations where ical that country music, televised sports, and 44 there to ride and literally approaching the “hill” one can technically snowboard and surf in the beers on tap should put a bow on the ambiance. (thankfully, not yet over it). same day. With my head against the window, I Albeit far from romantic, it’s where we went to thought for a split moment if I should give it a fuel our day on the slopes. Like the bulletproof crowd, I too tackled try, perhaps add it to my bucket list and give it a slopes, jibs, and jumps I probably shouldn’t go someday. Late to bed, early to rise, Snow Summit had have. From the double black Geronimo peak us carving corduroys by first bell at 9 AM. We at 8,805, to the box rails in the terrain park, I We pulled into the driveway, and my husband hit far left, claiming intermediate-and-advanced too—for just a moment in time—longed for a turned off the ignition. Turning toward him, I runs to ourselves before day-skiers arrived from helmet cam. exhaled deeply and smiled. LA and beyond. Making up roughly 70% of the runs, experienced riders have plenty of cherries Blame it on that maverick mountain that “Happy anniversary,” I said. for the picking, best explored post-storm or makes one come alive and do dirty tricks that And there it was — that moment when you early-groom. battle the body. My heart said “yes” but by legs realize that a weekend at the best ski resort in paid the price, reminding me come sundown, Southern California, is just exactly enough. At Big Bear, bluebird days after a “dump” are that I was 40-something. Of course, my husband Marlise Kast-Myers is a writer based in North epic, and when they happen, it’s definitely worth played the wisdom card and relaxed lodge-side County San Diego. She runs Brick n Barn at the skipping work. You’ll be snaking between Chairs Betty Crocker Estate in Valley Center. Learn more 11 and 7. Beginners and park rats can claim at marlisekast.com and bricknbarn.com. Summit Run, as well as the freestyle terrain parks peppered throughout the slopes. We tapped it all, hitting nearly every run by late afternoon. There were no lift lines or chair-strangers to speak of; it was just the two of us, reveling in the moment of being 40-ish and free on a Friday. Lift conversations covered the spectrum of achy muscles, random contrails, real estate, and returning for Oktoberfest. During the fall, Big Bear takes German tradition to 7,000 feet with live music, a vendor village, fun zone, and plenty of brats and beer to make it official. This 50-year Big Bear tradition was still going strong and we wanted to be part of it. In the meantime, we would act our age at Sweet Basel, the closest thing to fine dining Big Bear had to offer. White linens, candle-lit tables, and soft music set the stage for our romantic evening. It was intimate in a town of tourists, with just 13 tables where signature lobster and gorgonzola-stuffed filet mignon were served. We indulged in the homemade doughnuts and tiramisu, knowing both would be burned off at Bear Mountain the following day. And they were. But this time, we were not alone. We were joined by the young LA aggres- sors, living out their personal music videos, feel- ing invincible in a plume of smoke and vapor. Unlike family-friendly Snow Summit, “Bear” felt different, smelling of barbeque, Red Bull, mar- LOCAL NEWS | LocalUmbrellaNews.com /LocalUmbrellaMedia @LocalUmbrellaMedia ADVERTISE | [email protected]

10 June, 2021 | VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 BROKERS CORNER CBORROKNEERRS :RAYSHAY Dreaming of a Bigger Home? Why Not Buy It BROKER I OWNER This Year? DRE 01946504 Are you clamoring for extra rooms or a more function- Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National As- al floorplan in your house? Maybe it’s time to make a sociation of Realtors (NAR), also explains: move. If you’ll be able to work remotely for the long- term or your overall needs have simply changed, it’s a “ The market is hot pretty much everywhere great time to sell your house and move up. Why? With and across all price points . . . The only area mortgage rates in their favor and higher-priced home where there is sales powering more moves across the country, sellers in ”sufficient inventory is in $1 million-plus today’s market are finding the space they need (and have homes . . . . always dreamed of) by purchasing a home in the upper end of the housing market. While this price range certainly doesn’t fit every bud- With so few homes available for sale and high demand get, if it’s in your reach this summer, you may want to from today’s homebuyers, sellers are profiting in ma- make your move sooner rather than later. Today, more jor ways this season. Bidding wars are gaining trac- homes are available in this segment of the market, but tion, driving up the sale price of more and more homes as the report mentions, more buyers are investing here throughout the country. This means sellers are able to too, so competition may heat up sooner rather than leverage extra cash from higher-priced sales while also later. taking advantage of today’s low mortgage rates when they purchase their next home. It’s the perfect scenario to move up into a true dream home. According to the April Luxury Market Report from the Institute for Lux- ury Home Marketing: The Institute’s recent analysis of sales in 2020 for homes over 5,000 square feet sup- port the continuing preference for larger homes. The analysis determined that there was a 17% increase in the number of 5,000+ sq ft homes sold when compared to the number of sales in 2019. Luxury home prices continue to see record Bottom Line- highs in the majority of affluent ex-urban communities, as the influence of being able If you’re planning to sell your current home to move to work from home is still driving buyers into a larger one, let’s connect today. We’ll discuss away from living in high density areas. Low your current situation and the opportunities in our interest rates also remain in play, allowing local market. buyers to realize the affordability of owning Sincerely, a larger property, which further reinforces ”this trend. FINDING OR SELLING A HOME?CONTACT SHAAYNRD AESAK LABTOOURT OSFFAMTAR8K5E8T H-4OM4E9O-7PP3O5R5TUNITIES. LOCAL NEWS | LocalUmbrellaNews.com /LocalUmbrellaMedia @LocalUmbrellaMedia ADVERTISE | [email protected]

VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 | June, 2021 11 New Book Offers Moms Permission and Tools to Find Personal Joy and Purpose Del Sur resident and Author Danielle Kloberdanz, wants to help moms feel more joy and fulfillment, and less ‘Mom Guilt’, with the release of her new book, Inner Compass Mom: Finding Peace and Purpose in the Midst of Motherhood (BBL Publishing, May 2021). The first book from her new business venture, Inner Compass Living, which also offers individual coaching and small group work- shops. The book was a result of Danielle’s own journey as a stay-at-home mother of four who found herself disillusioned and overwhelmed, even though being a mom was all she ever wanted. “I had everything, a great life: a happy marriage, four beautiful children, a happy home,” says Danielle. “But I found myself wondering, Is this all there is to life? And then dealing with the guilt of those thoughts.” “I hope that my book gives moms permission to create space for themselves to pursue their path of inspiration and fulfillment,” said Kloberdanz. “The easy-to-use tools in this book are meant to help moms connect to their own Inner Compass, helping them find their path towards a greater sense of inner peace and inspiration.” Inner Compass Mom details simple steps to: -Increase inner peace in the midst of motherhood -Release the “Mom Guilt” and follow your own Inner Compass -Uncover your true desires, your life’s purpose -Create greater fulfillment and purpose in your life while raising a family CONNECT WITH DANIELLE Follow her on Facebook and Instagram under Danielle Kloberdanz and join her amazing moms group: Inner Compass Moms. Receive her monthly blog and newsletter by signing up through her website: www.innercompassliving.com or drop her a line at [email protected]. Elite Basketball Training in 92127 Making a name for himself in San Diego, “Coach Cal” (Cal- vin Fowler) has become one of the most demanded basketball trainers in town. With an impressive resume, Calvin flourished as the shooting guard star of his college team, Bellarmine Uni- versity (NCAA Division 1). He played professionally overseas in Europe, Asia, Africa and Mexico where he was the leading scorer for each of these teams. After having a successful career overseas, Calvin was sought-after by the Kobe Bryant Acade- my to train with other professional athletes as well as coach the academy invitees. As a long-time Kobe fan this was a highlight of his career. With a passion to inspire the next generation, Calvin trans- formed into “Coach Cal”. His experience and skillset with training former and current professionals as well as beginners, Coach Cal has mastered each end of the spectrum and is cur- rently head trainer of KAO travelling basketball club as well as training his own private clients through Fowler Elite Basketball. One thing that sets Coach Cal apart is his heart, he has a strong passion for empowering youth, both on and off the court. In addition to teaching the skills of the sport, he also teaches life lessons through the game of basketball. From beginners to professionals, Coach Cal is your guy! If you are interested in learning more about Coach Cal and Fowler Elite Basketball train- ing, reach out to Cal at [email protected] or Instagram @calvinfowler9 LOCAL NEWS | LocalUmbrellaNews.com /LocalUmbrellaMedia @LocalUmbrellaMedia ADVERTISE | [email protected]

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VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 | June, 2021 15 SHAWY AITFHTETRINDAARK TRAVELING WITH TROY La Jolla STORY TIME It’s hard to believe my son just turned 21. I thought a great way to Have you heard of Kiawah Island in celebrate this milestone is going to a speakeasy bar together to have South Carolina? I most definitely had his first alcoholic drink. not and strangely enough I ended A speakeasy inside a suburban San Diego shopping mall? It works, up there for a family vacation and I and it is fun. Raised by Wolves pairs a cocktail-centric boutique absolutely was blown away. Talk about with a hidden bar. a slice of paradise. The lobby is set up like an old time liquor store with many bot- tles on display in glass cases. You enter the hidden bar through I first arrived in the historic town of Troy Shay a fireplace with a mantle that sits atop a rotating platform. After Charleston, South Carolina and boy entering through a revolving fireside sitting area, we found our- was it so fascinating with an abun- Realtor® CalDRE #02081818 selves transported back in time to a speakeasy of the roaring 20’s! dance of culture. The tall, pointed So much fun!! The drinks are tasty and most are reasonably priced. churches and brick buildings were just Direct: (858) 449-0335 However, read the dimly lit menu carefully, one drink was over some of the many things to stare at in $700! awe especially as a California kid. As we continue on our 45 minute Service was efficient and knowledgeable and they were able to drive from the airport to Kiawah customize a special drink for the birthday boy! Raised by Wolves Island, we begin to pass the beautiful is definitely a fun place that is worth a visit. The only downside is Spanish moss and extensive salt water there’s no food service here. We had a round of drinks here be- marshes that continues to catch my fore the birthday dinner at Javier’s. It’s a short walk from Raised eye. by Wolves. The ambience and the decor is amazing at Javier’s La Jolla. The food is traditional mexican prepared with top notch We hit the gates of Kiawah Island and show our guest pass and slowly ingredients. We had a guacamole with chips to start, which was drive 10 minutes on a one way in and one way out road. There is some great, especially when it’s paired with warm chips! Then we had traffic as the PGA tour starts to kick off in a few days but nonetheless, the beef fajitas and green enchiladas. Everything tasted delicious, everything looks very promising. and the service is fast and attentive. It was a great night to celebrate our special occasion in La Jol- Curving along the well groomed streets while passing award winning la. Who would of thought you could have all the fun in the strip golf courses, I start to see our new, home away from home, and I mall?! immediately fall in love. A warm green colored residence with cedar siding that exemplifies the Craftsman style so elegantly with a touch of Southern charm thrown in. The wildlife was absolutely insane with alligators peaking their heads out of the water to deer walking through the dense foliage on the beach. Seeing a deer on the beach was a first for me! Just imagine if the Hampton’s and Costa Rica made a baby, that’s Kiawah in a nutshell. Thick tropical plants so dense it takes constant attention to manage and wide, gentle, sloping beaches that extend to the horizon. To break that down, we stayed a block from the beach and it was like living in two different worlds. You walk the meticulously maintained boardwalk and see a tropical foliage along the beach and seeing a variety of animal life. The beach and boardwalk was a snapshot from the Hamptons or Nantucket. Then step right off the boardwalk and indulge in the Costa Rican like landscape with breathtaking beauty of the palmettos and live oaks draped with Spanish moss. My highlights of the trip: There was plenty to do from golfing, swimming, long walks on the open beach, dog friendly, family friendly, and I would definitely rec- ommend finding a place with a pool as it can get very humid especially during the summer months. But anytime it’s a wonderful escape and sightseeing destination. Tina Wu Realtor® CalDRE #02070656 Direct: (760) 473-8649 LOCAL NEWS | LocalUmbrellaNews.com /LocalUmbrellaMedia @LocalUmbrellaMedia ADVERTISE | [email protected]

16 June, 2021 | VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 RECORD NUMBER OF TEENS EARN GIRL SCOUTING’S HIGHEST HONOR A record 87 local young significantly revise their I diabetes; and Carina Troop leader Irene Barajas women have reached the approaches to execut- created an online STEM presents Gold Award to Thaily pinnacle of Girl Scouting ing the projects. Among tutoring network for mid- by earning the Girl Scout the awardees and their dle school girls. Gayton-Romero Gold Award. Just five per- projects: Laney connect- cent of eligible Girl Scouts ed teens with seniors to The Gold Award gives According to a Girl attain the prestigious des- alleviate isolation during girls a competitive edge Scout Research Institute ignation. quarantine; Megan re- in the college admissions study, Gold Award Girl cruited registrants for process and job searches. Scouts are more likely The Gold Award Girl an international bone Gold Award Girl Scouts than other girls their age Scouts were honored on marrow registry; Shruti are also eligible for special to have positive attitudes Saturday during a social- educated 5,000+ people in scholarships and enlist in and be optimistic about ly distanced ceremony at five countries about Type the military at a higher the future, view them- Liberty Station. San Di- pay grade. selves as leaders, believe ego County District Attor- they can achieve their ney Summer Stephan was goals, and volunteer and the keynote speaker. Last make charitable dona- April, Stephan was hon- tions in the future. ored as one of Girl Scouts San Diego’s “Cool Women of 2021.” Girl Scouts earn the Gold Award by demonstrating accomplishments in lead- ership, community service, career planning, and per- sonal development. Each girl chooses a local or glob- al issue she cared deeply about, thoroughly inves- tigates the issue, creates a detailed plan to address it, recruits others to help her execute it, and take steps to ensure its sustainability. To overcome the chal- lenges of pandemic re- strictions, the 2021 Gold Award Girl Scouts had to LOCAL NEWS | LocalUmbrellaNews.com /LocalUmbrellaMedia @LocalUmbrellaMedia ADVERTISE | [email protected]

VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 | June, 2021 17 STUDY - CANNABIS IS NOT A GATEWAY DRUG by Michael Patterson use patterns observed in the USA.” studies and data will continue to of years. No matter what prohibi- Results from this study indicate be published. These studies will tionists do, cannabis legalization For decades, prohibitionists prove that cannabis is beneficial is coming to the USA and most have lived and died by the claim that marijuana use is not a reliable to patients and our society. With of the planet. It is not a matter of that cannabis is a “gateway” drug gateway cause of illicit drug use. more objective and clear-cut data, “if”, but “when”. that will lead people onto harder As such, prohibition policies are prohibitionists will have to think drugs. However, there has not unlikely to reduce illicit drug use. of other lies and fearmonger- Michael Patterson been widely accepted objective ing techniques to keep cannabis is the CEO of US data to backup those claims. Now, They concluded: “In sum, the illegal. Cannabis has been a part based on a recent study published findings from the current study of human history for thousands Cannabis Pharmaceutical in April 2021 in the Journal of Ex- … provide further support of Research and perimental Criminology, claims that previous research questioning the the initiation of marijuana use is causal claims of the MGH. While Development LLC independently linked to the later there is strong support for correla- use of other controlled substances tion and sequencing in marijuana lic #: c10-0000323-lic / c10-0000634-lic are not supported by longitudinal and hard drug use, correlation and data sequencing alone cannot provide 20 percent off all sufficient evidence for causality. Researchers affiliated with Boise Factors other than marijuana use MMIISSSSIIOONN VVAALLLLEEYY SSOORRRREENNTTOO VVAALLLLEEYY State University analyzed the such as genetic predisposition, relationship between self-reported peer associations, or access to the 1299 CAMINO DEL RIO S. 10150 SORRENTO VALLEY RD. marijuana use in late-adolescence illicit drug market could be the SAN DIEGO CA 92108 SAN DIEGO CA 92121 and the use of other illicit sub- primary causes of hard drug use stances later in life in a nationally instead of marijuana use itself. LL AA RR GG EE SSTT SS EE LL EE CCTT II OO NN representative sample. Using three As such, any public policy that (619) 906 - 5546 (858) 380 - 4637 waves of data from the National prohibits the use of marijuana in BB II GG GG EE SSTT DD EE AA LL SS Longitudinal Study of Adolescent an attempt to curb hard drug use to Adult Health (1994–2002), is unlikely to succeed.” www.sandiegorecreationalcannabis.com eighteen propensity score-match- Analysis ing tests of the marijuana gateway 20% OFF BUY 3 GET 1 hypothesis were conducted. Six of This study is based on objective the eighteen tests were statistically data analysis. The Marijuana DELIVERY ONLY significant; however, only three Gateway Theory is based on lies CODE: DELIVERY20 were substantively meaningful. and fear. Lies and fear have been These three tests found weak ef- used by prohibitionists for almost fects of frequent marijuana use on 100 years to keep cannabis illegal illicit drug use but they were also and away from people who need sensitive to hidden bias. this life saving medication. This study is just the beginning of The researchers reported, “Polit- objective, clinical data coming out ical discourse advocating marijua- about the benefits of cannabis in na prohibition commonly hinges our society and proving the claims on the assumption that marijuana of the prohibitionists of cannabis causes hard drug use. The MGH being bad for society as false and [marijuana gateway hypothesis] misleading. is by far the most common justi- fication for prohibiting the use of With the US Government cannabis. However, the current recently approving over ten new study provides further evidence research licenses to allow culti- that common liability arguments vation of cannabis for research are more in line with substance purposes, more and more quality LOCAL NEWS | LocalUmbrellaNews.com /LocalUmbrellaMedia @LocalUmbrellaMedia ADVERTISE | [email protected]

18 June, 2021 | VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 WELCOME HOME – RADY RESIDENCE Help for families experiencing homelessness their apartment. The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary honors 12 Women for their contribution to the community in San Diego at its annual Women of Dedication Event. The 2020-2021 Women of Dedication Luncheon “Women of Vision – Looking to a Brighter Future” will be on September 17, 2021, at the Marriott Marquis and Marina. Proceeds from this event go directly to The Salvation Army in The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary is they welcome a family to their new home by San Diego to support the programs that help proud to announce that it will be the first to purchasing all of the necessities and needs for with homelessness, such as the Salvation Ar- kick off the new Welcome Home Program my’s Door of Hope Rady Residence. at The Salvation Army’s Door of Hope Rady Residence, in Kearny Mesa, 2799 Health Cen- For more information on The Salvation ter Drive, San Diego, CA 92123. Army Women’s Auxiliary or the new Wel- come Home Program, please visit Door of The Salvation Army offers safe shelter and Hope Welcome Home. For questions, please supportive services to families who are expe- contact Pamela Lennen at pamela.lennen@ riencing homelessness. usw.salvationarmy.org or (619) 881-7353. With a $50 million pledge from philanthro- pists Ernest and Evelyn Ready, the Rady resi- dence offers a place to call home for homeless families in transition. There are many pro- grams to assist these clients with counseling services, parenting classes, educational sup- port and budgeting assistance. The goal is to teach life skills so they may lead independent lives. The Rady Residence provides housing arrangements for 200 men, women and chil- dren along with support services, rehabilita- tion, job training and much more. On June 10th members of The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary prepared an apart- ment for a new family. Each apartment needs necessary items such as linens, kitchen items and cleaning supplies every time a new family comes into the Rady Residence. There are 4 categories of necessities and needs that one can purchase for the apartments and The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary is the first to participate in this new program as ABOUT THE SALVATION ARMY WOMEN’S AUXILIARY The history of the Women’s Auxiliary originated in the 1950s. The wives of the Advisory Board began by serving as an arm of the Board. The Women’s Auxiliary of San Diego County enhances The Salvation Army programs through fundraising, donations, ad- vocacy and hands on volunteer efforts; and in turn, help those in crisis – to heal, to develop and learn new skills. The Women’s Auxiliary is a non-profit, benevolent organization comprised of caring, dedicated women. As a major philanthropic organization in San Diego County, member- ship helps support many altruistic activities, programs and individuals in need. LOCAL NEWS | LocalUmbrellaNews.com /LocalUmbrellaMedia @LocalUmbrellaMedia ADVERTISE | [email protected]

VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 | June, 2021 19 30 e d i b l e s a n d i e g o . c o m Edible San Diego’s Guide to the Coolest Local Treats Takeaway | ILLUSTRATIONS BY LULU YUEMING QU This is the one way we could spotlight what’s cool here and now in summer 2021 across San Diego County. Here’s a keepsake guide of locally owned shops that sell an assortment of ice creams, gelatos, smoothies, shaved ice, paletas, acai bowls, and more to chill with. COASTAL NORTH COUNTY Gelato Love Bobboi ▶ Carlsbad disFRUTA Ocean Rainbow natural gelato smoothies and acai bowls chamangos La Jolla San Marcos Oceanside Wynn’s Ice Cream Co. Cali Cream EscoGelato ▶ San Marcos Homemade Ice Cream Encinitas gelato Local Krave Escondido acai bowls Jojo’s Creamery ▶ Midway CENTRAL Mariposa Encinitas An’s Dry Cleaning ▶ ice cream Normal Heights Juice Wave gelato acai bowls and smoothies North Park Milkissimo ▶ Mission Beach Bing Haus Thai-style rolled ice cream gelato La Michoacana Estrella Convoy Mission Valley paletas Gelati and Peccati Pacific Beach North Park Rockie’s Frozen Yogurt ▶ Hammond’s Gourmet Ice Cream Light House Ice Cream Point Loma Linda Vista Ocean Beach Iceskimo San Diego Snowy Village Taiwanese shaved snow, bubble waffles, and boba Mira Mesa Little Fox Cups + Cones ▶ Convoy District Senor Mango’s Juice House Kula Ice Cream licuados ice cream tacos vegan North Park Encinitas farmers’ markets, pop-ups, and pints at Specialty Market Stella Jean’s inventive ice cream Mr. Frostie University Heights banana boats and specialty shakes Pacific Beach Scoops La Jolla SOUTH BAY UPTOWN ▶EAST COUNTY Cookie Monster monster cones Cow-A-Bunga Ice DixiePops Blendees El Cajon Cream and Coffee Mission Hills smoothies and acai splits Miner’s Diner shaved ice and El Cajon old-fashioned phosphate ice cream Holy Paleta ▶ sodas, malts, and Imperial Beach milkshakes Mexican popsicles Julian Moo Time ▶ Little Italy SNOICE Spring Valley Creamery Mr. Trustee Creamery ▶ Coronado chef-driven soft serve Niederfrank’s ▶ Mission Hills Ice Cream since 1948 National City S U M M E R 2 0 2 1 | edible SAN DIEGO 31 Oasis Ice Cream Mutual Friend Ice Cream ▶ Parlor Coronado coffee and donuts Paletería La vegan ice cream Michoacan Golden Hill National City Pop Pops paletas Tocumbo Ice ▶ Little Italy Tribute Pizza Cream housemade soft serve National City North Park Have a cool, locally owned food business to add to a list like this or want to find other community-inspired guides? Check out ediblesandiego.com/in-your-neighborhood. LOCAL NEWS | LocalUmbrellaNews.com /LocalUmbrellaMedia @LocalUmbrellaMedia ADVERTISE | [email protected]

20 June, 2021 | VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 MARK YOUR CALENDAR ART ALIVE SYMPHONY AT THE SALK WOMEN OF VISION San Diego Museum of Art August 21 | 6:00 - 10:00 pm San Diego Salvation Army June 17 - 20 | Various Times 10010 Torrey Pines Road September 17 | 10:30 am - 1:30 pm San Diego Museum of Art La Jolla, CA 92037 Marriott Marquis Hotel 1450 El Prado [email protected] 333 West Harbor Drive San Diego, CA 92101 San Diego, CA 92101 sdmart.org BOW TIES & SANDALS [email protected] SPRING FLING GALA August 28 | 5:30 - 10:00 pm AN EVENING OF CHANGING LIVES Rooftop La Jolla Cove Hotel Helen Woodward Animal Center 1155 Coast Boulevard Boys & Girls Clubs of San Diego June 19 | 6:00 - 11:00 pm La Jolla, CA 92037 September 29 | 5:00 - 9:00 pm Fairbanks Country Club [email protected] Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina 15150 San Dieguito Road 333 West Harbor Drive Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 SPOTLIGHT GALA San Diego, CA, 92101 [email protected] [email protected] North County Rep Theatre MUSICAL MOSAICS August 29 | 5:00 - 9:00 pm MIDNIGHT IN PARIS Fairmont Grand Del Mar San Diego Opera 5300 Del Mar Court Patrons of the Prado June 26 | 5:00 - 9:00 pm San Diego, CA 92130 October 9 | 5:00 - 11:00 pm La Jolla Estancia Hotel ticketsnorthcoastrep.org Spreckels Organ Pavilion Balboa Park 9700 N. Torrey Pines Road 2125 Pan American Road East La Jolla, CA 92037 POWER WOMEN SD® San Diego, CA 92101 sdopera.org|midsummer-gala Patronsoftheprado.org Discover Magazines | SD Int’l Film CHAMPIONS SOIRÉE Fest. ALL REVED UP GALA September 09 | 6:00 - 10:00 pm July 10 | 6:00 - 9:00 pm The Brick San Diego Automotive Museum Champions for Health 2863 Historic Decatur Road October 16 | 6:00 - 9:00 pm Birch Aquarium at Scripps San Diego, CA 92106 2080 Pan American Plaza 2300 Expedition Way sandiegofilmfest.com San Diego, CA 92101 La Jolla, CA 92037 [email protected] LA JOLLA FASHION FILM FEST FOUNDERS GALA July 23 - 24 | Various Times University of San Diego Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Ctr. November 13 | 6:00 - 10:00 pm 7600 Fay Avenue Petco Park La Jolla, CA 92037 100 Park Boulevard ljfff.com San Diego, CA 92101 [email protected] JEWEL BALL TEDDY BALL Las Patronas August 7 | 7:00 - 11:00 pm Cruise 4 Kids La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club November 27 | 7:00 pm - 1:00 am 2000 Spindrift Drive Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine La Jolla, CA 92037 3777 La Jolla Village Drive laspatronas.org San Diego, CA 92122 [email protected] LOCAL NEWS | LocalUmbrellaNews.com /LocalUmbrellaMedia @LocalUmbrellaMedia ADVERTISE | [email protected]

VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 6 | June, 2021 21 HOMETOWN AWARENESS TASTE OF LITTLE ITALY RAMONA COUNTRY FAIR FESTIVAL OF CARS June 22 - 23 | 4:00 - 8:00 pm July 29 - August 1 | Various Times August 22 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm 1747 India Street 421 Aqua Lane Port Pavilion | Broadway Pier San Diego, CA 92101 Ramona, CA 92065 1000 North Harbor Drive [email protected] ramonachamber.com San Diego, CA 92101 CORONADO JULY 4 PARADE CITYFEST ART & MUSIC FEST CARLSBAD MUSIC FESTIVAL July 4 |10:00 am - 11:30 am August 8 | 12:00 - 11:00 pm August 27 - 29 | Various times Orange Avenue Fifth Avenue Hillcrest Lawn at St Michael’s By The Sea Coronado, CA 92118 San Diego, CA 92103 Carlsbad, CA 92008 coronadochamber.com fabuloushillcrest.com carlsbadmusicfestival.org BIG BAY BOOM FIREWORKS SUMMER GRASS (BLUEGRASS) SAND SCULPTING CHALLENGE July 4 Fireworks | 9:00 pm August 20 - 22 | Various Times September 4 - 6 | Various Times Various Locations SD Harbor Antique Engine Museum Broadway Pier & Landing 3165 Pacific Highway 2040 North Santa Fe Avenue 1140 North Harbor Drive San Diego, CA 92101 Vista, CA 92083 San Diego, CA 92101 bigbayboom.com summergrass.net ussandsculpting.com SD SMOOTH JAZZ FESTIVAL GEM FAIRE SAN DIEGO SAN DIEGO SPIRITS FESTIVAL July 9 - 11 | Various Times August 20 - 22 | Various Times September 11 - 12 | Various Times Embarcadero Marina Park North Scottish Rite Cathedral San Diego Port Pavilion on Broadway Pier 400 Kettner Boulevard 1895 Camino Del Rio South 1000 North Harbor Drive San Diego, CA 92101 San Diego, CA 92108 San Diego, CA 92101 portofsandiego.org gemfaire.com sandiegospiritsfestival.com SAN DIEGO BAYFEST SAN DIEGO FESTIVAL OF ARTS July 10 | 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm September 11 - 12 | Various Times Waterfront Park San Diego Surf Sports Park 1600 Pacific Highway 14989 Via de La Valle San Diego, CA 92101 Del Mar, CA 92014 [email protected] sdfestivalofthearts.org OPENING DAY HORSE RACES July 16 | 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Del Mar Fairgrounds 2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard Del Mar, CA 92014 dmtc.com LA JOLLA FILM FESTIVAL July 23 - 24 | Various Times Conrad Prebys Arts Center 7600 Fay Avenue La Jolla, CA 92037 ljiff.com LOCAL NEWS | LocalUmbrellaNews.com /LocalUmbrellaMedia @LocalUmbrellaMedia ADVERTISE | [email protected]

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