Christine Davis, Program Manager for the Carlsbad Village Association, discusses the 20th Annual “Art in the Village” event that will be held on Sunday August 12 and will attract thousands of art enthusiasts. Attendees will experience new event features such as the Family Open Studios and Teen Art Pavilion. Davis chats about the annual Taste of Carlsbad Village that is slated for October 11.

Randy Bogle, Executive Director of the San Diego Military Advisory Council, talks about the August 22 SDMAC Breakfast that will feature VADM Dixon Smith, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations Fleet Readiness and Logistics.  Bogle discusses August 7-8 Gold Coast Conference;  next month’s All-California Defense Summit; and Propel San Diego’s “Defense Innovation Voucher Program.”

Sean Mahoney, Regional Chief Executive Officer for the American Red Cross of San Diego/Imperial Counties, and Emily Cox, Regional Communications Director for the Red Cross, talk about the Real Heroes Awards nominations deadline of July 31, in preparation of the annual Real Heroes event, slated for October 12 aboard the USS Midway Museum. Mahoney and Cox chat about the Red Cross’ services to the armed forces, as well as the importance of disaster preparedness.

Mara Bills, Director of Maternal and Child Health for the March of Dimes San Diego and Inland Empire, is joined by board member Crystal Sargent to discuss the mission of the organization; tips for preparing for a healthy pregnancy; and the upcoming Signature Chef’s Gala that will be held on Sunday, October 14 the Del Mar Race Track.

John McFadden, Football Coach, Eastlake High School

Saundra Cima, Advocate, Honor Flight San Diego

Randy Bogel and guest Host Wade Taylor discuss the involvement, importance and impact of the military on our community. The are our neighbors and customers. Also, we discuss the role of SDMAC as a resource and bridge for business and the military.

Rock n’ Roll Camp for Girls San Diego, a nonprofit organization that brings the community together to empower girls through music, will host its third annual camper showcase at the House of Blues San Diego on Saturday, July 28 at 12 p.m. Rock n’ Roll Camp for Girls San Diego is a week-long summer empowerment camp for girls ages 8 to 17 that consists of workshops and activities guided by female mentors, and a final performance by the young campers. The camp aims to foster an environment that encourages self-confidence, uniqueness, creativity and teamwork. In one week, young campers form bands, collaborate to write an original song, learn an instrument (they can choose from vocals, guitar, bass guitar, keyboards or drums) and perform live in front of their family, friends and the community at the House of Blues San Diego. Tickets to the camper showcase are $10. The event is open to the public and all ages.

Major donors include the Jason Mraz Foundation, Find Your Light Foundation, Clare Rose Foundation, The Arnett Family Charitable Fund, Callaway Golf Employee Matching Gift Program and Indo Custom Teak Flooring, LLC. For more information, please visit www.rockcampforgirlssd.org.