Community Events: Cultivate After Dark; Real estates open house; Summer Fest at GCC

Cultivate After Dark: Celebrate culture, community and cannabis

The Homegrown Collective will host Cultivate After Dark, commemorating the group's official recognition as a registered nonprofit organization on Guam.

The event, slated for July 12 starting at 6 p.m. at Hotel Nikko, also marks the successful launch of Cannabis Culture Marianas, the island’s first magazine dedicated to cannabis education, sustainability and holistic wellness in the Marianas.

Headlining the evening is Guam’s own Jason J., a rising star who recently took the stage at NBC’s American Song Contest, representing the island with his signature blend of soulful reggae, island rock and heartfelt lyricism.

The event also features local vendors and Doodle Table, where guests can create art and add stickers to the sticker wall.

Tickets are $35 and available now at guamtime.net.

Open House Extravaganza: Check out properties around Guam

Today’s Realty will host an Open House Extravaganza on July 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., featuring a curated selection of homes and properties available across the island.

Featured properties include:

• Mangilao: with Janet Calvo and Jackie Calvo at 479 Areca Palm Street: beautiful 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home perfect for modern living.

• Inarajan: with Dennis Couzijn at 112 Tun Pedro Rivera: 5,294± sqm lot with a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home—an ideal blend of space and charm.

• Santa Rita-Sumai: with Julie Paxton and Kimberly Nelson Ad at Buena Vista Drive home site, a 1,441± sqm lot to build your dream home.

• Yigo: Three homes are featured this weekend:

  • 120 Nonnak Road: with Clariza Samaniego: a spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home on a 1,774± sqm, approximately 2,500± sqm of interior space.

  • 148A Gayuman Avenue with Sandy and Duane: a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering 954± sqf of affordable living.

  • 334 Mount Santa Rosa: with Richard Eugenio and Suzanne Naputi: 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home, set against serene surroundings and panoramic views.

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Representatives from CMG Home Loans, Title Guaranty of Guam, and Security Title will be on-site at select locations to answer questions about financing and title services.

• Visit www.GuamOpenHouse.com for detailed property descriptions, photos, and directional maps.

  
  

  
  

Summer Fest at GCC

Guam Community College will host GCC Summer Fest on July 26, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Mangilao campus.

The event, which is free to the public, features an all-day block party with food and entertainment, Christmas in July bazaar, an open house of all the programs GCC offers, and a concert featuring local homegrown bands.

GCC President Dr. Mary A. Y. Okada said: "Whether you are a future student, a parent, or just want to enjoy a great day out of the house, there is something for everyone at the GCC Summer Fest. This is GCC’s chance to show the community that we are not just about education – we are about building connections, celebrating our island culture, and creating opportunities for everyone."