May Community Events

Health Impacts of Border Crossings Conference 2012
Friday, May 4 from 9:00am to 2:30pm at the San Ysidro Civic Center
This binational conference focuses on local health impacts of the U.S.-Mexico border. The emphasis is on avenues for reduction of exposures to traffic pollutants experienced by people crossing the border at the U.S.-Mexico Ports of Entry, workers and the community on both sides of the border. The conference includes participation of researchers and stakeholders from the San Diego-Tijuana region and other areas along the U.S.-Mexico border with similar issues. For more information, visit http://www.healthyborders2012.com/. Registration Fee: $25 (lunch will be provided)

Cinco de Mayo Festival
Sunday, May 6 from 11:00am to 5:00pm on Third Avenue
The Third Avenue Village Association invites you to experience a taste of Mexico at the Festival Cinco de Mayo on Sunday, May 6. Festival guests will receive a true cultural experience as they sway with Mexican dancers, peruse the work of local artisans and taste authentic south of the border cuisine. For more information, visit http://www.thirdavenuevillage.com/.

Chula Vista Community Fun Run
Saturday, May 19
Registration is now open for the 4th Annual Chula Vista Community Fun Run set for Saturday, May 19. Held at the inspirational U.S. Olympic Training Center, walker, runners, families, and kids are welcome to partipate in this fun and engaging 5K event. Strollers and four-legged friends on leashes are welcome. To register, visit www.chulavistaca.gov/goto/funrun.

Child Care Provider Appreciation Day
Saturday, May 19 at UltraStar Cinemas in Hazard Center
Sunday, May 20 at PETCO Park
As San Diego County's largest child care provider, the YMCA Childcare Resource Service will honor more than 1,000 child care providers from all around the county at two events for this year's Child Care Provider Appreciation Day. On Saturday, May 19 we will be hosting a movie morning at UltraStar Cinemas in Hazard Center and on Sunday, May 20 we will be at the Padres vs. Angels game at PETCO Park. For more information, visit http://www.crs.ymca.org/events.html.

Building Your Child's Self-Esteem (in Spanish)
Thursday, May 24 from 9:00am to 10:30am at the Southwestern College Family Resource Center
Have you ever questioned your own child's self-esteem? Learn the importance of self-esteem for children and various techniques to build your child's self-esteem in a positive environment. RSVP Required: (619) 216-6672

Dementia Care Without Drugs: A Better Approach for Long-Term Quality of Care
Monday, June 4 from 9:00am to 4:00pm at the Vi and Joe Jacobs Center, Market Creek
The use of anti-psychotic drugs nearly doubles the risk of death for seniors with dementia-- and yet they are often the first-line of treatment! Join us for a symposium to learn about new breakthroughs in non-pharmacological dementia care. To reserve your spot, visit http://www.seniorlaw-sd.org/. Registration Fee: $30 (lunch will be provided)