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INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS FOR 2023

In life there are constant changes, so too in the world of interior design. Trends are always shifting. The themes for 2023 seem to be: Sustainable living and health & wellness designs. There has been a move away from minimalism to individualism which has created more personalized and decorative styles. In this new, post-Covid world, there have been many changes to the way we live, both inside and outside of the home. Many of us spend much more time in the house, so people have adjusted their priorities in the way the home is used.

With a new focus on wellness and healthy living, more attention is paid to comfort and overall well-being.

Kitchens are central to this new lifestyle and the open kitchen is an important aspect of this new trend. Most desirable are large islands that seat the family comfortably and provide lots of workspace. Upper and lower cabinets of different colors are in fashion as are stainless steel cabinetry and fixtures. To update a kitchen, a coat of paint can completely change the feel and be extremely cost effective. Lighting is also a key component, particularly if natural light is not available. A growing number of homeowners are installing led lights underneath their cabinets to illuminate the kitchen counter top.

With so many people still working at home, a designated office is often a necessity and needs to be incorporated into the design of your home. First of all, it should be comfortable and functional. It is desirable to have natural light and natural materials wherever possible. Try colors that are inspired by nature for a calming environment. For a more dramatic approach, an interesting background wall color can be useful for

all of your zoom meetings.

Furnishings will feel more organic with the use of cotton, wool, and velvet fabrics. Of course fabric decisions can depend on the location within the home; it’s recommended that the home match its natural environment. There is still a movement toward coordinating the indoor and outdoor environments. Arches and architectural details are in as are soft edges, curved sofas, and personal pieces.

Multi-function rooms that cater to entertainment and exercise are in vogue. More people will want media rooms for movies and games as well as gyms and saunas.

Mud rooms and laundry rooms are no longer just utilitarian spaces. Today, homeowners want these spaces to coordinate with the rest of the home. Sometimes they even want to accommodate a pet with a special tub. Think about maximizing natural light throughout your home. Big open

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The focus of home design in 2023 is a calm, comfortable environment in harmony with nature that incorporates work, entertainment and relaxation spaces.

windows which bring in natural light can improve mood, focus and sleep patterns which will improve one’s health.

It looks like 2023 may bring with it the end of the white wall trend. Currently, designers are reporting

clients wanting jewel tones in blues, greens and even rust, which creates a cozier environment. This is part of the eco-friendly trend of the last few years which incorporates elements of nature. Gold will also be popular as an accent color.

It is important to revisit one’s estate planning periodically, as both circumstances and laws can change without notice. If you do not have an estate plan, it is time to create one. You probably have more assets than you think.

First of all, estate planning is an opportunity to designate who will receive your assets upon death or incapacitation. It will also allow you to designate a guardian for your children. With the advice of counsel, your plan will manage assets to minimize estate

taxes, gift taxes and any other tax issues. And most importantly, a good estate plan will avoid disagreements between heirs and probate which can be time consuming and expensive.

Begin with an assessment of all your assets, including your home and other real estate, art, collections, vehicles, and jewelry. List your checking and savings accounts, investment accounts, life insurance policies, IRA or 401 accounts and ownership interests in any businesses. Estimate the value in order to divide among your heirs.

A COMPLETE ESTATE PLAN INCLUDES SEVERAL DOCUMENTS:

POWER OF ATTORNEY

A durable power of attorney allows a person of your choosing to handle financial, legal and other matters if you are otherwise incapacitated. It remains in effect until death or revocation.

REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST

A revocable living trust is an instrument that allows the owner (grantor) of assets to establish a trust for beneficiaries with the help of a trustee. You can be your own trustee with an alternate upon death or incapacity. This document can be amended or revoked as needed. The most important aspect of a consuming and expensive probate.

MEDICAL CARE DIRECTIVE

A living will specifies your wishes for medical care. A medical power of attorney gives authority to a trusted person to make decisions if you are unable.

WILL

A will, though desirable, is not essential if you have a revocable trust. The main reason to write a will is to include assets which may not be included in one’s trust. A will is meant to simplify things. You can designate child custody and also the recipients of your most valuable possession, such as cars, jewelry or other personal items.

COUNTRY CLUB Weddings

Looking for an elegant and classic wedding venue to celebrate your big day? Country clubs are ideal for a variety of reasons.

Here are some reasons why country club wedding venues are among our favorites.

IT’S A CLASSIC VENUE.

A country club wedding has long been a time-honored tradition for couples with family ties to a members-only venue. Childhood memories of playing tennis or learning to expertly hit 18 holes can add sentimental meaning to a country club wedding. A country club also provides a familiar, picturesque venue. Expansive green spaces pair up with a stately ballroom to offer a magazine-worthy setting for a large indoor-outdoor wedding. Not a member of a nearby club? Some clubs are open to the public for

events, while some private clubs will allow non-member weddings if the couple is “sponsored” by a member—meaning you just have to know someone who can connect you with the club’s in-house wedding planner.

IT OFFERS A ONE-STOP-SHOP.

Like a hotel, a country club often has many wedding services on-site. Catering, flowers, linen rentals and even the wedding planner may all be available for one package price that can reduce planning time and stress. All you have to do is worry about finding the perfect country club-appropriate wedding attire for you and your wedding party.

IT’S A GREAT PLACE TO HAVE A RAIN BACKUP PLAN.

Maybe you’ve always dreamed of getting married in an outdoor ceremony—but then the skies open up right before you walk down the outdoor aisle. A country club offers the peace of mind of a rain plan with multiple ballrooms, dining rooms and other suitable indoor venues that can work as a stand-by on your big day.

IT CAN ACCOMMODATE MANY SIZES OF WEDDINGS.

Those aforementioned outdoor spaces, ballrooms and dining rooms also mean a country club can accommodate a variety of wedding sizes. Want an intimate wedding for 20? That gazebo in the formal gardens might make a great place for your I Do’s. Is a wedding for 250 of your friends and family more your style? Many country clubs can host very large weddings in their wow-worthy ballrooms, too.

TWO WORDS: LAWN GAMES

Those green spaces can do a lot more than hold chairs for your wedding ceremony. The large swaths of grass at a country club are a great space to entertain your guests with classic games like croquet, boccie ball and corn hole. And don’t let the golf course go to waste! A round of golf for your guests should definitely be in order at some point during the wedding weekend.

Bianco, Katie (2017, March 8). 5 Reasons to Get Married ... at a Country Club [Web log post]. Retrieved from https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/5-reasons-to-get-married-at-a-country-club

2024 PGA TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

* Schedule subject to change

DATESTOURNAMENT COVERAGE

JAN 1 - 7

JAN 8 - 14

JAN 15 - 21

The Sentry + Plantation Course at Kapalua, Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii

Sony Open in Hawaii

Waialae Country Club, Honolulu, Hawaii

PGA WEST

Pete Dye Stadium Course, Nicklaus Tournament Course, La Quinta Country Club, La Quinta, California

GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

JAN 22 - 27

JAN 29 - FEB 4

FEB 5 - 11

FEB 12 - 18

FEB 19 - 25

FEB 26 - MAR 3

Farmers Insurance Open Torrey Pines Golf Course, (South Course, North Course) San Diego, California

AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am + Pebble Beach Golf Links, Spyglass Hill Golf Course, Pebble Beach, California

WM Phoenix Open

TPC Scottsdale (Stadium Course), Scottsdale, Arizona

The Genesis Invitational + The Riviera Country Club, Pacific Palisades, California

Mexico Open at Vidanta Vidanta Vallarta, Vallarta, México

The Classic in The Palm Beaches

PGA National Resort (The Champion), Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

MAR 4 - 10

MAR 4 - 10

MAR 11 - 17

Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard +

Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge, Orlando, Florida

Puerto Rico Open

Grand Reserve Golf Club, Rio Grande, Puerto Rico

THE PLAYERS Championship

TPC Sawgrass (THE PLAYERS Stadium Course), Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

GOLF

NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

+ Signature Event

# Not PGA TOUR Co-sponsored

^ Co-sanctioned with DP World Tour

2024 PGA TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

DATESTOURNAMENT

MAR 18 - 24

MAR 25 - 31

APRIL 1 - 7

APRIL 8 - 14

APRIL 15 - 21

Valspar Championship Innisbrook Resort (Copperhead Course), Palm Harbor, Florida

Texas Children’s Houston Open Memorial Park Golf Course, Houston, Texas

* Schedule subject to change

COVERAGE

NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

Valero Texas Open TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course), San Antonio, Texas

Masters Tournament # Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta, Georgia

RBC Heritage + Harbour Town Golf Links, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

CBS, ESPN+

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

APRIL 15 - 21

APRIL 22 - 28

APRIL 29 -

MARCH 5

MAY 6 - 12

MAY 6 - 12

MAY 13 - 19

MAY 20 - 26

MAY 27 - JUNE 2

Corales Puntacana Championship Puntacana Resort & Club (Corales Golf Course), Punta Cana, Dominican Republic GOLF

Zurich Classic of New Orleans TPC Louisiana, Avondale, Louisiana

AT&T Byron Nelsons TPC Craig Ranch, McKinney, Texas

Wells Fargo Championship + Quail Hollow Club, Charlotte, North Carolina

Myrtle Beach Classic

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

Dunes Golf & Beach Club, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina GOLF

PGA Championship # Valhalla Golf Club, Louisville, Kentucky

Charles Schwab Challenge

Colonial Country Club, Fort Worth, Texas

RBC Canadian Open amilton Golf & Country Club,Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

CBS, ESPN+

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

JUNE 3 - 9

The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday + Muirfield Village Golf Club, Dublin, Ohio

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

+ Signature Event

# Not PGA TOUR Co-sponsored ^ Co-sanctioned with DP World Tour

2024 PGA TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

* Schedule subject to change

DATESTOURNAMENT COVERAGE

JUNE 10 - 16

JUNE 17 - 23

JUNE 24 - 30

JULY 1 - 7

JULY 8 - 14

JULY 8 - 14

JULY 15 - 21

JULY 22 - 28

JUNE 29 - AUG 4

AUG 5 - 11

U.S. Open #

Pinehurst Resort & Country Club (Course No. 2), Village of Pinehurst, North Carolina

Travelers Championship + Highlands, Cromwell, Connecticut

Rocket Mortgage Classic Detroit Golf Club, Detroit, Michigan

John Deere Classic TPC Deere Run, Silvis, Illinois

Genesis Scottish Open ^ The Renaissance Club, North Berwick, Scotland

NBC, USA NETWORK, PEACOCK

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

TBA Event TBA, TBA GOLF

Barracuda Championship Tahoe Mountain Club (Old Greenwood), Truckee, California GOLF

3M Open TPC Twin Cities, Blaine, Minnesota

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

Olympic Men’s Golf Competition # Le Golf National, Paris, France GOLF

Wyndham Championship Sedgefield Country Club, Greensboro, North Carolina

FEDEX CUP PLAYOFFS

CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

AUG 12 - 18

AUG 19 - 25

AUG 26 - SEP 1

FedEx St. Jude Championship TPC Southwind, Memphis, Tennessee

BMW Championship Castle Pines Golf Club, Castle Rock, Colorado

TOUR Championship East Lake Golf Club, Atlanta, Georgia

NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

NBC, GOLF, ESPN+, SXM

+ Signature Event # Not PGA TOUR Co-sponsored ^ Co-sanctioned with DP World Tour

2023 LPGA TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE SAN DIEGO

PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.

AUGUST

AUG 11 - 13 | BAJA BEACH FEST

Baja Beach Fest is the Reggaeton and Latin Music Festival, located on the beach. The festival will be a 3-day experience, with over 25 Reggaeton & Latin artists performing, featuring experiential installations, sponsored activations, a variety of food options, and a plethora of bars onsite. Baja Beach Fest’s beachside experience has a vibe like no other festival in the world! For more info visit: bajabeachfest.com

SEPTEMBER

SEPT 8 - 10 | YOGA FESTIVAL

It is San Diego’s largest yoga festival reaching thousands of holistically-minded people! It celebrates humanity and health offering nonstop yoga and healing classes every hour on the hour from morning to sunset! It is open to all people, of all ages and all levels of yogic understanding.

For more info visit: sandiegoyogafestival.com

SEPT 29 - 30 | OKTOBERFEST

La Mesa Oktoberfest continues to top its traditions and present Bavarian festivities that San Diegans of all ages can partake in! La Mesa Oktoberfest is the perfect opportunity to create meaningful memories, enjoy the company of friends and family, and come together for an unbeatable FREE weekend in a German paradise in the heart of La Mesa. For more info visit: lamesaoktoberfest.org

OCTOBER

OCT 7 - 8 |

SPIRITS FESTIVAL

It’s a Cocktail Extravaganza with twelve years of exhilarating entertainment! It’s beginning to look a lot like cocktails at the annual San Diego Spirits Festival. We promise to open your eyes to new and unique cocktails, introduce you to great liquor purveyors and talented mixologists. For more info visit: sandiegospiritsfestival.com

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE SAN DIEGO

PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.

OCT 7 - 8 | ART & WINE FESTIVAL

The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival returns with even more prestigious art, international wine, craft beer, and family fun. With over 150 juried artists from around the globe, 3D chalk art displays, interactive art murals, non-stop live music, family art center, roving entertainment, gourmet food court, and a wine, craft beer, and spirits garden featuring local brews, distilleries and global wineries.There is truly something for everyone to enjoy! For more info visit: LJAWF.com

NOVEMBER

NOV 8 - 12 | WINE & FOOD FEST

Welcome to the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival, where sailboats and sandy beaches serve as the backdrop to one of the country’s most talked about weeks in food. Featuring dozens of events, hundreds of domestic and international wineries, the celebration of craft beer and spirits, local culinary legends and nationally acclaimed chefs.For more info visit: sandiegowineclassic.com

DECEMBER

DEC 3 | HOLIDAY FESTIVAL

The Holiday Festival is located on Wall Street, between Girard & the alley by the Athenaeum. The Christmas Parade kicks off at Kline & Girard. Come on by and bring your hoilday spirit! For more info visit: ljparade.com

DEC 27 | BALLOON PARADE

The scenic, bayside streets of downtown San Diego will come alive with the Port of San Diego Holiday Bowl Parade. As always, this exciting family event brings together world-class marching bands, magnificent floats, entertaining drill teams, and a procession of enormous balloons – more than any other parade! For more info visit: holidaybowl.com

JANUARY

JAN 1 | TANGO FESTIVAL

San Diego Tango Festival will provide a welcoming environment to enjoy social tango dancing in, within the line of dance, respect-

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PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.

ing the crowded dance floors with the etiquette that we can all believe in.For more info visit: sandiegotangofestival.com

FEBRUARY

FEB 16-18

| LUNAR NEW YEAR

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon at the annual Lunar New Year Tet Festival held at Mira Mesa Community Park. The free, family-friendly event features a cultural village, a beer garden, carnival rides, food, and children’s games and activities. For more info visit: sdtet.com

MARCH

MARCH 7 - 10 | CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL

The Japanese Friendship Garden is proud to announce that Cherry Blossom Week returns to welcome the spring season! The celebration will continue to combine both cultural education with family fun and will offer various special daily programs. From ken-

do demonstrations to week-long vendors, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! For more info visit: niwa.org/cbw

March 14 - 24 | Film Festival

The San Diego Latino Film Festival is an 11 day celebration of Latino Cinema, Arts & Culture. The festival will present over 160 films from Latin America, the United States, all the way to Spain as well. Audiences will have the rare opportunity to meet filmmakers and actors from all over the world. Stay tuned! For more info visit: sdlatinofilm.com

APRIL

APRIL 28 | CHEESE EXPO

Bringing together a curated list of San Diego top breweries, coffee roasters, distillers, kombucha and cider makers, this one day EXPO features unique one-off collaborations, educational presentations, demonstrations, and explorations with cheesemakers from across America and some of the best,

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LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE SAN DIEGO

PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.

local liquid talents. For more info visit: liquidcitysd.com

MAY

MAY 1 - 31 | THEATRE MONTH

San Diego Theatre Month, Formerly Theatre Week, is an exciting program of the San Diego Performing Arts League. The mission of San Diego Theatre Month is to highlight the variety and enhance the awareness of San Diego’s diverse performing arts community. So come on by and enjoy the magic of live theater! For more info visit: sandiegotheatreweek.com

MAY 9 -12 | GATOR BY THE BAY

Largest, authentic Louisiana-themed festival this side of the bayou. Features 4 days of live music - more than 100 performances on 7 stages, dancing, delicious Southern food - including beignets, gumbo, jambalaya & 10,000 lbs of crawfish. The Most Fun You’ll Find This Side of the Bayou! For more info visit: gatorbythebay.com

MAY 16 - 26 | FRINGE FESTIVAL

Theater lovers from all over the West Coast and across the United States are attracted by this great festival, celebrating performing arts in all forms from street performers to cabaret, comedy, circus, and dance. The mission of the San Diego International Fringe Festival is to provide a platform for artists and boost the culture scene. For independent artists, San Diego International Fringe Festival is an encouraging environment to communicate and display their work. Fringe is the only festival where 100% of the profits go to artists. For more info visit: sdfringe.org

JUNE JAN TBA | BREW FEST

The annual San Diego Brew Festival returns to Liberty Station for a fun-filled day with unlimited tastings from more than 70 craft and international breweries, live music, and some of San Diego’s most popular food trucks. For more info visit: sandiegobeerfest.com

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE SAN DIEGO

PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.

June TBA | COUNTY FAIR

The San Diego County Fair offers all of the deep fried-food-on-astick, rides, animals, and games you’ve experienced at other state and county fairs, but is also known for world-class exhibits in fine art, photography, woodworking, jewelry/gems & minerals, and home & hobby, and garden show...not to mention an unsurpassed view of the Pacific Ocean from the ferris wheel! For more info visit: sdfair.com

JULY

JULY

TBA | JAZZ FESTIVAL

This three-day San Diego Smooth Jazz Festival unites music lovers from around the world and includes performances by celebrated artists in a variety of genres, such as smooth, fusion, and blues. For more info visit:

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JULY 4 | INDEPENDENCE DAY

Can you think of a better 4th of July celebration than relaxing on a beautiful beach while watching a spectacular firework show? No wonder San Diego is one of the most popular destinations to mark America’s Birthday.For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3h7LiWS

2024 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

* Schedule subject to change SAN DIEGO | CALIFORNIA | VOL. 6

1Monday, Jan 1511:00 amMen's and Women's 1st Round

2Mon, January 157:00 pmMen's and Women's 1st Round

3Tue, January 1611:00 amMen’s and Women’s 1st Round

4Tue, January 167:00 pmMen’s and Women’s 1st Round

5Wed, January 1711:00 amMen’s and Women’s 2nd Round

6Wed, January 177:00 pmMen’s and Women’s 2nd Round

7Thu, January 1811:00 amMen’s and Women’s 2nd Round

8Thu, January 187:00 pmMen’s and Women’s 2nd Round

9Fri, January 1911:00 amMen’s and Women’s 3rd Round

10Fri, January 197:00 pmMen’s and Women’s 3rd Round

11Sat, January 2011:00 amMen’s and Women’s 3rd Round

12Sat, January 207:00 pmMen’s and Women’s 3rd Round

13Sun, January 2111:00 amMen’s and Women’s 4th Round

14Sun, January 217:00 pmMen’s and Women’s 4th Round

15Mon, January 2211:00 amMen’s and Women’s 4th Round

16Mon, January 227:00 pmMen’s and Women’s 4th Round

17Tue, January 2311:00 am

18Tue, January 237:00 pm

19Wed, January 2411:00 am

20Wed, January 247:30 pm

21Thu, January 2511:00 am

22Thu, January 257:30 pm

23Fri, January 263:00 pm

24Sat, January 277:30 pm

25Sun, January 287:30 pm

Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals

Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals

Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals

Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals

Women’s Semifinals

Men’s Semifinal

Mixed Doubles Semi / Women’s Doubles

Final / Men’s Singles Semifinal

Women’s Singles Final / Men’s Doubles Final

2024 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

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If you haven’t been to Africa and are looking for an amazing experience, consider a safari. The only question is where to start, as there are many African countries with amazing national parks and various wildlife, all of which can provide a once-in-alifetime vacation. The top countries for safaris are Tanzania, Kenya, South Africa, Namibia and Botswana.

MASAI MARA

JUNE - OCTOBER

Masai Mara National Reserve is the most famous. It is known for its herds of plains’ game which include Masai lions, African leopards and Tanzanian cheetahs. The park is also home to the annual migration of zebra, gazelle and wildebeest to and from the Serengeti in Tanzania.

LAKE NAKURU

Lake Nakuru National Park is known for pink flamingos flocking along the shore of the lake. Also notable are the park’s white rhinos, warthogs, giraffes, zebras, hippos, ostriches and lions.

AMBOSELI

JUNE & OCTOBER

Amboseli National Park is best known for its view of Mount Kilimanjaro and over 300 species of birds. You will also see zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, lions, cheetahs, buffalo, jackals, giraffes and leopards.

TSAVO

MAY - OCTOBER

Tsavo National Park, which is made up of two smaller parks, is the largest in Kenya and also the most remote. Famous for elephants playing in the Galana River, you will also find 500 species of birds and also giraffes, gazelles, lions, antelopes, impalas, hyenas and oryx.

Samburu Game Reserve is known for rare species such as Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, and the Beisa Oryx. It is also home to around 900 elephants as well as lions, leopards, cheetahs and over 450 bird species. It is also famous for Kamunyak, the lioness that adopted 6 baby oryx.

There are 22 national parks in Tanzania, making it difficult to decide where to go. Serengeti, which is a UNESCO world heritage site, and Ngorongoro are the largest and most popular destinations and are often toured together along with Lake Manyara National Park. You will spot the big five mammals - buffaloes, elephants, rhinos, leopards and lions as well as giraffes, zebras, hippos and 500 species of birds on your nature walk, game drive, or in a hot air balloon.

LAKE MANYARA

JUNE - OCTOBER

Lake Manyara Park was established to protect large herds of elephants and is also famous for tree-climbing lions. With its beautiful setting on the lake, it is perfect for viewing pink flamingos and over 400 species of birds.

NGORONGORO

APRIL - MAY

The Ngorongoro Conservation Centre (world heritage site) is known for the Crater which was formed when an ancient volcano exploded and collapsed on itself, creating vast plains that attracted wild life. The big five can be viewed here as well as black rhino. The Massai tribe still grazes their livestock here. Also, the Olduval Gorge is found here. This is where the Leakeys, in 1959, discovered evidence of human origins, fossilized bones, and stone tools dating back millions of years.

TRENDS FOR 2023 Health Food

Rarely do we think about what is trending in the world of food and drink, but there are organizations that study this issue constantly, including Whole Foods, Innova Market Insights and even Martha Stewart herself. The current trend seems to be towards a focus on healthier eating due to an interest in sustainable agriculture, climate change and possibly as a result of correcting those bad habits acquired during Covid lock down.

In the drink space, mocktails, or virgin cocktails, have become more and more popular for health reasons, even spawning a number of new establishments devoted exclusively to alcohol-free night life. This trend expands well beyond Shirley Temples and there is an emphasis on alcohol free cosmopolitans, margaritas, mojitos

and other more original creative drinks. As an example, Whole Foods points to yaupon, a caffeinated plant, to be brewed for tea and also used in new mocktail creations. Also growing in popularity are milk substitutes like oat, soy, almond, and even potato. They are typically lower in fat, sugar and are also cholesterol free.

In the world of foods, there has been significant and growing interest in nutrition and sustainability. We will be interested in more natural less processed foods as well as more traditional ethnic menus. Plant based foods will be a growth area as the number of vegans has increased significantly and most of us have cut down on meat consumption for health and environmental concerns. We will want more locally produced ingredients due to interest in climate change. There is actually a new word for this - glocal. Think global and eat local!

Plant based pasta made from chickpeas, cauliflower and zucchini are already popular but new ones made from hearts of palm and green

bananas are coming. And of course there is spaghetti squash which is the true vegetable pasta. Plant based meats have been available for quite some time but expect to see more plant based chicken and cheese.

Interestingly, mushrooms are of particular interest as they are actually a super-food and contain so many necessary nutrients such as vitamins B and D, potassium, and antioxidants that can reduce signs of aging. With over 400 species, there is always a new one to try and the latest trend is toward oyster and trumpet mushrooms. What makes mushrooms such a versatile substitute is they are naturally chewy, crisp up when cooked, and absorb a variety of sauces. Don’t forget the portobello, which is a great meat replacement or even king oyster mushrooms as a replacement for scallops.

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