🌱 Rental Competition + New Offices For Alzheimer’s SD + Stuff The Bus

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First, today's weather:

Low clouds, then sunshine. High: 73, Low: 65.

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

1. According to rentcafe.com, there are 24 applicants for every rental unit in San Diego. "It has been very competitive, and people will do backflips to get into a place," said Brittny Brown, co-founder of Bridgehaus Property Managers. Brown adds that some will even offer to pay more than the listed price to get ahead. Get some tips on how to compete for that rental. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (CBS News 8)
2. Did you know that 100,000 seniors in San Diego are living with Alzheimer’s disease? Now, Alzheimer’s San Diego will open two new offices in San Marcos and Kearny Mesa. They will bring services closer to people in need. The centers will offer support groups, education groups and organized activities centered around music and art. And it is all free! To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (CBS News 8)
3. They need backpacks. They need school supplies. Now, you can help. Through July 31, you can contribute to helping students in San Diego who are in need. "Kids face many hardships —school supplies should not be one of them. That’s why SDCCU 'Stuff the Bus' is once again collecting monetary donations to purchase back-to-school supplies for students experiencing homelessness — to help set these students up for success in the coming school year," according to San Diego County Credit Union. Find out how to help. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (Patch)

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Today in San Diego:

• Simple Changes to Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke — San Diego Oasis. (10 a.m.)
• Wild Wonders - Walk on the Wild Side — Mission Hills Branch Library. (10 a.m.)
• Live Interactive Video Preschool/Kindergarten Storytime with Mr. Luan — Linda Vista Branch Library. (10:30 a.m.)
• Free/Low Cost Internet and/or Computers — Logan Heights Branch Library. (Noon)
• Friday Kid's Movie — University Community Branch Library. (2 p.m.)
• Hops on the Harbor with Harland Brewing Company — Flagship Cruises. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• San Diego Zoo: Orangutan Kaja and Indah have been bonding. Kaja has grown strong enough that Wildlife Care Specialists said the two can now habitat together. See these two orangutans at the SD Zoo. (San Diego Zoo via Instagram)
• San Diego Police Department: They drive the same vehicles, wear the same uniforms, and carry the same equipment. However, each individual in the San Diego Police Department has their own story. Find out more. (San Diego Police Department via Facebook)
• San Diego Botanic Garden: "Our Summer Nights series featured the Peter Sprague Quintet with Rebecca Jade! We were pleased to have such a talented band. We plan five other events including additional Amphitheater concerts, a wine tasting presentation, and our Concerts on the Lawn. Click the link to see what's coming up next and reserve your tickets and treats!" (San Diego Botanic Garden via Facebook)
• City of San Diego: We have a new website, sandiego.gov/homelessness-strategies-and-solutions. The website "offers a comprehensive overview of programs and services for addressing homelessness." Take a look! (City of San Diego via Facebook)
• San Diego County Library: We honor and accept each person's uniqueness. "Disability Pride" accepts each person as a beautiful part of human diversity. Check out our titles dedicated to Disability Pride. (San Diego County Library via Facebook)
• Feeding San Diego: Do you have two hours to sort, and pack produce? Or can you give 20 minutes to make gratitude calls? We invite you to join our community of volunteers who generously donate their time to help others in need. (Feeding San Diego via Facebook)

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You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Bettyann Pernice

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