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This email contains updates on the Live Well San Diego Youth Sector and new opportunities for youth and young adults in San Diego County.
Please share the opportunities in this email with youth and families!
YOUTH SECTOR ANNOUNCEMENTS
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2025 Scoop From You(th) Challenge
The 2025 Scoop From You(th) Challenge: Piece of Mind invites youth and young adults ages 12-25 across San Diego to use art as a medium to share personal experiences with mental health, build a supportive network, and empower themselves and others to seek resources. The deadline for submissions is August 30th, 2025!
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Project Ready
Applications are open for Project Ready San Diego! This 4-year program empowers Black and Brown high school students through mentorship, leadership development, cultural literacy, and more. Applications are due by August 31st, 2025!
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Summer at Your Library
Participate in San Diego County Library's Summer Learning Challenge! Register online or stop by any library branch, keep track of your progress through the learning log, and complete books and activities from now until August 31st, 2025 to receive prizes!
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Youth Mental Wellness Practice
Check out the Youth Wellness Toolkit created by youth for youth! These resources strive to help you support your mental well-being, find relatable wellness resources, build healthy routines that stick, and thrive everyday.
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Words Alive Volunteer Service Day
Join Words Alive for their Volunteer Service Day! Help organize, prep materials, and work behind the scenes to help bring literacy to life in our communities. Sign up to volunteer today!
WHEN: Friday, August 22nd, 2025 | 10:30AM - 12:30PM
WHERE: 770 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
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Love SD Cleanup - Belmont Park
Join I Love a Clean San Diego and their partners for a post-Labor Day cleanup! Enjoy live music and giveaways while connecting with the community and protecting the coastline. Visit the event page to learn more and register!
WHEN: Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025 | 3PM - 5PM
WHERE: Fit Social at Belmont Park | 3125 Ocean Front Walk, San Diego, CA 92109
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LGBT Center Social Meetup
Check out what the Hillcrest Youth Center has to offer at their Friday social meetups! These meetups are for peers ages 18-24 to connect with each other and resources while hanging out in a safe and affirming place.
WHEN: Friday, September 5th, 2025 | 3PM - 7PM
WHERE: Hillcrest Youth Center | 514 Pennsylvania Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
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Garden Explorers
All K-6th graders are invited to Olivewood Gardens for their Garden Explorers with Petal Power event! Enjoy the colors of the garden, learn about the power of flowers, and design with petals during this hands-on educational opportunity! Register at the event page.
WHEN: Saturday, September 13th, 2025 | 9:30AM - 11:30AM
WHERE: Olivewood Gardens | 2525 N Ave, National City, CA 91950
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Clear the Shelters 2025
For the entire month of August, San Diego County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees at the Bonita and Carlsbad animal shelters! Find a furry friend and give them a forever home!
Bonita Shelter: 5821 Sweetwater Rd, Bonita, CA 91902
Carlsbad Shelter: 2481 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92011
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Cool Zones
Stay cool and stay safe this summer!
The County of San Diego's Cool Zones program provides free air-conditioned places to stay during the heat. The program runs from now until October 31! Visit the interactive map to find Cool Zones closest to you!
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First Time Camping Program
County Parks has a no-cost program for first time campers! Camping equipment is provided, and park staff will be on site to share helpful information like how to set up a campsite, how to start a campfire, and outdoor safety tips. Visit the website to learn more and reserve a campsite!
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Summer Movies in the Park
Summer Movies in the Park is back! Catch free screenings at dozens of parks in San Diego County under the starry night sky. Visit the website to view upcoming screenings!
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Community Events Calendar
Visit the Community Events Calendar for upcoming events in San Diego County. You can also submit events to be added to this calendar online.
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