From an insightful look at America's war on terrorism since 9/11 to a session on how to help San Diego County take part in a global competition of nature-loving regions to a performance by a homegrown indie pop band, there's plenty to do in San Diego this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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Talk-About Series: Three Presidents at War
From the event description:
Brett McGurk, former special presidential envoy for the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, will discuss U.S. foreign policy decisions related to the fight against terrorism since 9/11.
When: Thursday, Jan. 16, 5:30-7:45 p.m.
Where: Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center, 5250 55th St.
Admission: Free
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City Nature Challenge iNat Training - Partner Meeting
From the event description:
Help San Diego County win the 2020 City Nature Challenge, a worldwide competition to see which region has the most nature-loving residents. It uses the iNaturalist website to make observations of wild plants and animals over a 4-day period. This session will cover an overview of the challenge, the resources we can offer partners, as well as an iNaturalist tutorial.
When: Friday, Jan. 17, 1-7 p.m.
Where: San Diego Natural History Museum, 1788 El Prado
Admission: Free
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Boychick, Spooky Cigarette, Ten Bulls and Kodalith
From the event description:
Headlining this show will be local band Boychick, which was born out of the now-defunct act, Della!Della! Boychick is a four-piece indie pop group with a groovy 1970s vibe. Influenced by artists such as The Beatles, David Bowie, The Pixies, The Strokes, and Alabama Shakes, Boychick’s style is a unique-yet-accessible blend of classic and contemporary pop and rock.
When: Friday, Jan. 17, 9 p.m.- midnight
Where: Soda Bar, 3615 El Cajon Blvd.
Admission: $8
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