August, a month synonymous with warmth, adventure, and a vibrant energy, has arrived with its unique charm and allure. As the sun-soaked days stretch on, August offers us the perfect opportunity to slow down, bask in the warmth, and appreciate the simple pleasures that life has to offer us. As always, we have curated a collection of recommended reads, thought-provoking articles, and noteworthy resources to expand your knowledge and stimulate your curiosity.
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Real Estate in the News
Selling Your House? Check Your Feelings at the Door
Selling your home can be a very emotional decision because this is where many milestones in your life occurred. Perhaps it was your very first home, or the first home you bought with your significant other. And if you’ve lovingly and painstakingly made renovations and upgrades, the home may hold even more significance. However, when you decide to put your home on the market, it’s best to keep your feelings in check.
Started to highlight the cuisine of the African Diaspora, this event aims to reinvent what most people think about when it comes to soul food. Tickets provide you with access to all food vendors plus three free tastings of your choosing.
Once known as the “Lemon Capital of the World”, Chula Vista is hosting their 26th annual fest of agricultural history, live music, lemon cook-off, a wine & beer garden, plus plenty of other zesty opportunities!
Put on your sneakers for the 46th annual half-marathon and 5k, starting at Cabrillo National Monument and ending at Balboa Park — iconic San Diego views, perfect for an early morning jog.
Think back to this time last year when the “coastal grandma” trend was influencing both how people dress and how they decorate their homes. In the fashion world, this look falls somewhere between beachy and bougie, with pieces like a chunky-knit sweater layered over flowing white linen pants. (Think: Diane Keaton on the beach in the movie “Something’s Gotta Give.”)
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