The San Diego Union-Tribune

Hear from Gary Acosta about L'ATTITUDE, the largest event in the country focused on the new mainstream economy and the U.S. Latinos driving its growth. L’ATTITUDE 2024 will be held Sept. 12 to 15 in San Diego and will bring together many of the country’s most respected CEOs and luminaries live on stage and in special events.

Jorge Meraz speaks about the Crossing South Festival San Diego – Baja Wine + Food + Travel, taking place on Saturday, Aug. 24 at Liberty Station. The festival celebrates the vibrant culture of the Baja region, with culinary delights from renowned Baja chefs, wine, music, exhibitor booths and more. Admission to the exhibitor area is free; the food and wine tastings require a ticket. Some of the event proceeds will benefit the Baja Bound Foundation.

Raymond Ashley speaks about the new "Art of Navigation" exhibit at the Maritime Museum of San Diego that draws on some of the finest examples of period instruments, charts and voyage accounts, illuminated by the work of documentary maritime artist Gordon Miller. The museum also offers an array of exciting visitor experiences including bay tours aboard a Swift Boat and the 1914 Pilot, public sails on the schooner Californian and 16th-century galleon San Salvador, and overnight family stays on the Star of India.

Hear from Frank Urtasun about the Big Bay Boom, California’s largest fireworks show. As title sponsor, the Port of San Diego is proud to support the fireworks spectacular year after year. Urtasun will speak about the best places to view the iconic show and how the Independence Day celebration serves as a powerful economic engine for the San Diego region.

Amalia Ruelas speaks about the House of Mexico's mission, programs and home at the International Cottages at Balboa Park. The House of Mexico will commemorate its 20th anniversary on June 30 with a free event that celebrates the rich art, culture and history of Mexico. The event will include dance performances, entertainment, music and food and vendor booths.

Free summer fun activities and food for kids at Parks After Dark, kicks off today: Leona Sublett speaks about the Parks After Dark program, to be held at five San Diego city parks. Sublett shares information about the growth and positive impact of the program, which includes free activities for children and adults, such as arts and crafts, inflatable jumpers, facepainting, youth sports clinics, community resources and free food for kids. https://lnkd.in/gTC22t-E

Lea Slusher speaks about the San Diego Symphony’s upcoming 2024 Conrad Prebys Summer Season at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. Concerts this year will feature performances with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Rafael Payare, along with artists like John Legend and Jason Mraz, jazz virtuosos including San Diego’s own Gilbert Castellanos, Broadway stars like Audra McDonald, rock tributes and more.

The San Diego Union-Tribune Earns 5 Emmy Nominations SAN DIEGO, CA. – The San Diego Union-Tribune has been nominated for five 2024 Emmy awards by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) Pacific Southwest Chapter, the company announced today. The Union-Tribune’s nominations are in the categories of Business/Consumer – News, Education/Schools – News, Historical/Cultural – News, Documentary and Public Affairs Program. “These nominations are a testament to the versatility, creativity and deep commitment of our staff to telling the stories of our region and the people who call it home,” said Lora Cicalo, senior editor at the Union-Tribune. The nominations include: Business/Consumer – News: “The sole mate of Midway says goodbye” – Roxana Popescu, Lucía Serrano, Alejandro Tamayo Education/Schools – News: “Culinary Art School in Tijuana Celebrates 20 Years of Building Pride and Prosperity” – Alejandro Tamayo, Lucía Serrano Historical/Cultural – News: “Javier Bátiz: The Iconic Musician of Tijuana” – Alejandro Tamayo, Lucía Serrano Documentary: “From Tijuana to NYC, transgender asylum seekers turn to their own community to find freedom in U.S.” – Ana Ramirez, Kate Morrissey, Samuel Hodgson Public Affairs Program: “Nuestra Voz Today” – Luis Cruz, Alejandro Tamayo, Norma Paola Hernández-Jiao, Alexandra Mendoza “Congratulations to the staff of the Union-Tribune on this well-deserved recognition,” said Frank Pine, executive editor of MediaNews Group. “While our journalism is intended to serve our readers and communities first, we’re very proud of these nominations from the Pacific Southwest Chapter of the National Television Academy.” The Pacific Southwest Chapter of the National Television Academy (NATAS PSW) is a division of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. The 50th Annual Pacific Southwest Area Emmy Awards Gala will be held Saturday, June 15, 2024 at the Westin Rancho Mirage. 

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