​🌱 Chula Vista Bayfront Convention Center + Rescued Beagles + Weekend

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Here are three of the top stories today in San Diego:

1. Leaders of the Port of San Diego and City of Chula Vista gathered to break ground on the Gaylord Pacific Resort and Convention Center. "The Chula Vista Bayfront is the defining project of a generation for the South Bay. We are finally realizing the fulfillment of all the tireless effort that hundreds if not thousands of people have invested in this project over the past few decades," said Chula Vista Mayor Mary Casillas Salas. "I am beyond proud and honored to be here to celebrate the start of construction on the Gaylord Pacific Resort and Convention Center." The project, which will open in 2025, will create 3,580 jobs during construction, will have an economic impact of half-a-billion dollars each year, and will produce 4,000 permanent jobs. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (Patch)
2. Forty-three beagles, recently rescued from a breeding facility, are currently in foster care here in San Diego. These dogs are at the Helen Woodward Animal Center learning how to be dogs for the first time. “We typically have a very loud van that’s coming in full of barking dogs, just dogs who are very, very loud and excited,” said Petruzzelli. "When this intake came in, they were all quiet. They were as quiet as could be, all 43 of them. They’ve never known not to be scared.” After some socialization, the beagles will be available for adoption this week. HWAC is accepting donations on their website, as well as new foster families. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (NBC San Diego)
3. Looking for fun this weekend? Check out the events around town. Today, you can attend the ‘La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival,’ or the ‘San Diego Padres Italian Heritage Night.’ On Saturday, there is the ‘Adopt First, Drink Second’ event, the ‘Mic Drop Comedy with Jamie Kennedy,’ and the 'Marine Band Summer Concert.’ The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park presents Grammy Award-winning R&B recording artist Leon Bridges, in Balboa Park there is the ‘Pure Project Education Series: Off Flavors Class,’ or you can root for the home team at the Padres vs. Twins game at Petco Park. So, get out there, mask up, and have a great time. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (ABC 10 News San Diego KGTV)

Today in San Diego:

• Free Microsoft Tools Online — San Diego Oasis. (10 a.m.)
• American Red Cross Blood Drive — Mission Valley Library. (10 a.m.)
• Kids On the Move — Kensington/Normal Heights Branch Library. (10:30 a.m.)
• Friday Kid's Movie — University Community Branch Library. (2 p.m.)
• Dinner Steaks — San Diego Elks Lodge #168. (5 p.m.)
• Head Over Heels at SD Junior Theatre — Casa del Prado Theater, Balboa Park. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• San Diego Humane Society: Donate your unwanted car, truck, or motorcycle to San Diego Humane Society to help transform the lives of animals in need! Whether your vehicle is working or not, we offer free towing for your tax-deductible donation. (San Diego Humane Society via Facebook)
• City of San Diego: City of San Diego residents may take home up to two cubic yards of compost or four-inch mulch from the Miramar Greenery, free with proof of residency. (City of San Diego via Facebook)
• San Diego County Library: Join Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center in celebrating the community on July 30, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Learn how healthy food supports good health. There will be fun activities including hands-on gardening, food tastings, and more! Families and children are welcome. Register now. (San Diego County Library via Facebook)

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