Lemon Grove Library Hosts Special Event in Honor of Mexican American Pioneers
The community of San Diego is invited to honor Mexican American pioneers from the Lemon Grove Incident Era during a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration taking place on Wednesday, October 12 at 3 p.m. at the Lemon Grove Library, 8073 Broadway in Lemon Grove. The celebration will include music, guest speakers, recognition awards, and the conclusion of Héctor Ericksen-Mendoza’s Hispanic Heritage Month photography exhibit which will be up at the library from October 3 through October 12.
The Lemon Grove Incident Era took place in 1930 and 1931 when a local school board attempted to build segregated schools for children of Hispanic origin. Residents boycotted and a court decision resulted in the first successful desegregation ruling in the United States. Music will include a classical guitar solo performance by José Rodríguez, followed by remarks by John Valdez, professor at Palomar College, who will discuss the landmark court case, along with Howard Cook of the City of Lemon Grove, photographer Héctor Ericksen-Mendoza, and Library Director José Aponte. Special recognition will be given to Lemon Grove residents who were pioneers and activists for equality during the Lemon Grove Incident Era.
“The Lemon Grove Incident Era changed United States history and the lives of millions,” said Branch Manager Amparo Madera. “The library is the perfect place to honor the pioneers and activists who fought for civil rights and equality as the public library represents the freedom to learn.”
30+ High School Teams Build VEX Robots to Compete in “Gateway”
Over 30 robotics teams will gather in the Otay Ranch High School theatre to compete in the South Bay’s 4th Annual VEX Robotics Tournament – “Gateway.” This year’s game will be played on a 12’ x 12’ square field. Each alliance, combining their thinking strategies with their robot driving skills, will strive to attain a higher score than their opponents. Top scoring robots will advance to the Championships that will be held in Anaheim, California in April, 2012. To watch a Youtube video animation of the game, go to: http://www.vexforum.com/wiki/index.php/Gateway
Date/Time: Saturday, October 8, 2011, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Location: Otay Ranch High School Theatre, 1250 Olympic Parkway, Chula Vista, CA 91913. Cost: Free! Free! Free!
Walk for Warriors San Diego to Honor Wounded Warriors
On October 8, the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) will host Walk for Warriors in San Diego to raise funds to support and care for wounded warriors and their families.
Participants will have the option of walking either a 10 mile or a 15 mile course for the event, while also having the opportunity to enjoy food, prizes and live entertainment. All proceeds will benefit the Wounded Warrior Project More information is available at www.woundedwarriorproject.org.
To register for Walk for Warriors San Diego, visit www.sandiegowalk.racesonline.com
Northwest Civic Association Town Hall Meeting
The next Northwest Civic Association Town Hall Meeting will be held in the auditorium of the Chula Vista Civic Center Library (at 4th & F), Wednesday, October 12th at 6:00 p.m. The topic will be the status of Chula Vista’s bay-front. Allison Rolfe, Director of Planning at Pacifica Companies, will speak on their hotel & condominium project plans for the bayfront. Also invited to speak are members of the Port of San Diego & Goodrich Aerostructures. The event is free.
Everyone is welcome. For further information, please call 619-307-3460. www.northwestchulavista.org
Southeastern X-Fest
Saturday, October 8, 2011, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Charles L. Lewis III Memorial Skate Park, 6610 Potomac Street
The Training Center, a state licensed residential drug and alcohol program, in collaboration with the City of San Diego Park and Recreation Department and the San Diego Police Department, will be sponsoring Southeastern X-Fest. The event is free to the public.
X-Fest will feature BMX bicycle and skateboard demonstrations, lowriders and vintage police cars, music, a rock climbing wall, clowns, bounce houses for the kids and local high school dance teams.
The San Diego Police Department and our event sponsors encourage public safety through an active lifestyle that includes healthy recreational activities.