🌱 Senior Housing Coming To SD + Affordable Wifi For Low-Income Homes

Good Monday morning everyone! Sip that cup o' Joe, crunch that French toast with strawberries and almonds, and read on to find out what's happening today in San Diego:

• More senior housing coming to San Diego.
• FCC makes Wifi available for low-income homes.
• Cervantes festival at the House of Spain

But first, today's weather:

Low clouds, then sunshine.⛅High: 67, Low: 58.

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Here are the top stories today in San Diego:

1. According to the nonprofit, Serving Seniors, too many seniors are homeless and affordable housing. It plans to build a 174-unit senior housing complex in San Diego’s Clairemont neighborhood, along with a senior center for the community. The project will begin in late summer. (Star News)
2. Thanks to a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) grant, low-income families will get affordable, quality, reliable broadband internet services. The project, called the Affordable Connectivity Program hopes to ensure that no home is left behind in this digital era. It is estimated that 120,000 eligible households would benefit from the grant. (NBC San Diego)
3. The Cervantes Festival at the House of Spain in Balboa Park, featured Flamenco dancers; authentic Spanish paella, jamón serrano, and Manchego cheese; a kids art table, and more. The festival began with young people reading Cervantes,’ Don Quixote. It was a fun learning experience for all. (Cool San Diego Sights)

Today in San Diego:

• Conquering the iPhone Photo App - OASIS San Diego (10:00 AM)
• Mini Movers and Music - Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center (11:30 AM)
• Mindful Meditation - Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center (1:00 PM)
• Beginning Genealogy - Mira Mesa Branch Library (1:30 PM)
• DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY - San Ysidro Branch Library (3:00 PM)
• Paws to Read - Serra Mesa -Kearny Mesa Branch Library (3:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Guinea pigs for pets: "If you're looking for a pal with delightfully round cheeks, adorably regal whiskers, and a unique "popcorn" jump for when they are excited, then you're in luck! Not only do guinea pigs bring all this and more, but we have 158 of these perfectly petit pets seeking sidekicks of their own!" (San Diego Humane Society via Facebook)
• Old photos bring back memories: "Photo Collections - Balboa Park - 1935 Shown in image 1 | Balboa Park - 1935 Shown in image 2 | Balboa Park today. View looking southeast over Lily Pond from Botanical Building to Casa de Balboa on left and House of Hospitality, partially seen on right during 1935 Expo. Browse more historic by visiting https://collections.sandiegohi..."
• Environmental conservancy: "Here are six things to consider incorporating into your gardening routine to help conserve resources year-round and create a healthy environment for your plants and the world around us. Plant native and other appropriate water-efficient plants, practice Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and minimize fertilizer and pesticide use, and conserve water. These are just a few examples that gardeners can do to make a positive impact on the environment and help protect our planet for future generations. Happy Earth Month, and happy gardening!"
• Repurpose old things: "One way we celebrate earth day at Old Town San Diego SHP is through recycling. Our blacksmiths take used iron such as horseshoes that are no longer needed for their original purposes and create art! How do you reduce, reuse and recycle in creative ways? https://sdbg.org/tips-to-celeb..."

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with another update.

— Bettyann Pernice

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