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Woo Studios (formerly the Woodbury School of Architecture), a project of Studio Culture, is proud to host "An Artist’s Duty," a bold and timely group exhibition amplifying voices of historically excluded artists from the region, produced by the xikanx collective. Opening Saturday, August 2 from 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. and running through September 26, 2025, this exhibit is inspired by Nina Simone’s declaration that “an artist’s duty is to reflect the times” in which we live. The exhibition features around 100 artists and performers whose work confronts the current political climate–ICE raids and abductions, ecological collapse, dismantling of the Education Department, attacks on freedom of expression, regression of civil rights, economic instability, and rise of U.S. isolationism and authoritarianism. Through visual art, installation, performance, and storytelling, "An Artist’s Duty" is coming together through the xikanx collective– led and curated by Monica Hernandez and Alejandra Ruiz. Monica is an interdisciplinary artivist, curator, and cultural strategist rooted in San Diego’s borderlands. She is co-founder of The Front Arte y Cultura and brings decades of experience working at the intersection of art, advocacy, and community empowerment, with deep ties to grassroots networks. Alejandra Ruiz is an emerging multimedia artist who has curated exhibitions on both sides of the border and is currently an Arts & Culture Coordinator for The Front Arte y Cultura. "An Artist’s Duty" features artists from the Emo Brown Art Dept, the Xoque Art in Motion collective, Art Through the Glass (ATTG), Cr34tive Gatherings, the Centro Cultural de la Raza, Proyecto Coyote, and SubCultura Curation, along with an impressive list of individual artists, such as Marcos Erre Ramirez, Einar & James de la Torre, and Pedro Rios, among others. The opening reception will have performances by Nicole McFly and Ramel Wallace, as well as spoken word and a perfoma protest developed by Chile’s La Tesis in collaboration with the Centro Cultural de la Raza. ATTG will also be hosting a free artmaking activity. This exhibition takes on even greater urgency given the current anti-immigrant climate in San Diego and across the nation. "An Artist’s Duty" is not just a show—it is intentionally creating a safe space for truth-telling, resistance, collective healing, and for community-building. It is bringing together the voices of San Diego’s most marginalized and impacted communities, and it is doing so with intention, presence, hope, and art to shape and shift our current atmosphere. Woo Studios on Instagram

Synopsis: "The Waiting Game" tells the little-known story of a renegade basketball league that inspired today’s NBA – and the mostly black players who have had to fight for decades for fair compensation and recognition. The ABA innovated pro basketball with the 3-point shot and slam dunk contest, and embraced black culture in ways that the NBA had not yet. And despite the pioneering way the players of the ABA players played basketball, when the two leagues “merged”, ABA players were forgotten in a business deal gone bad. "The Waiting Game" follows a dogged not-for-profit’s pursuit of benefits for former ABA players now struggling to survive. While the NBA generates $10+ billion a year, former ABA athletes struggle to buy life-saving medicines, avoid eviction, and worse. This documentary is about the fight to get them their due. Showtimes: Friday, August 29: 7 p.m. Ticket Prices: $13 Regular / $11 Students & Seniors / $9 Members Trailer: https://vimeo.com/1009585155 Parking Rates: $5 for 3 Hours. The $5 dollar parking rate is honored even when signage from ACE indicates other Special Event Pricing. Approach the attendant and let them know you are watching a film at the Digital Gym Cinema. They will honor the $5.00 fee. No cash accepted, card only. Please Note: The parking attendant will only accept payment by card, no cash accepted. Parking is limited. Occasionally there are other events inside the building; so although very rare, parking is unfortunately not 100% guaranteed. Guests must park in spaces labeled “UCSD PARKING” In the event there is no parking attendant stationed at the gate, please refer to the code in your ticketing confirmation email. Open this document for further instructions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/144UG0kaYEQRIHRfNjTnEflSB6DiP24RyEG06wHNUqms/edit?usp=sharing Access to our Cinema: You can access our cinema from the second level of the garage (one level below entrance) via two elevators. We are on the 2nd floor. Please note, access to other levels is not permitted. Pardon our building’s dust, there are still amazing renovations taking place! We encourage walk-ups or drop-offs to happen at the front door of our building, the first floor of 1100 Market St. You can walk in, go up the stairs to our cinema or take the elevator. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

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Thousands Will Bike, Run, Walk, or Spin to Support Groundbreaking Cancer Research When: Saturday, August 2, 2025 **Participant registration open until morning of event** 5 a.m. – 4 p.m. Schedule of Events: Cycling (Start times at UC San Diego): - Gates Open – 5 a.m. - 75-Mile Ride – 7 a.m. - 55-Mile Ride – 8 a.m. - 25-Mile Ride – 9 a.m. Finish line 11 a.m.– 4 p.m. Featuring live entertainment, family activities, a Team Village, and more. Run/Walk (Start times at UC San Diego): - 10K Run – 9:30 a.m. - 5K Walk/Run – 9:35 a.m. Spin Classes: - 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m. Event Ends: 4 p.m. Where: UC San Diego – RIMAC Field 9500 Gilman Drive La Jolla, CA 92093 Who: Curebound, a San Diego-based philanthropic organization accelerating cures for cancer, presents Curebound Cancer Challenge (formerly Padres Pedal the Cause) — a dynamic day-longevent uniting the community to raise critical funds for early-stage cancer research. So far, Curebound has funded $43+ million in cancer research, awarding 143 grants for 23 types of pediatric and adult cancers with one vision: cures in our lifetime. What: The Curebound Cancer Challenge (formerly Padres Pedal the Cause) invites participants to join in a series of athletic events, volunteerism and fundraising — including bike rides, a 10K and 5K run/walk, and spin classes — in support of world-class cancer research. 100% of every dollar raised will support cutting-edge research at top San Diego institutions including UC San Diego, Salk Institute, Sanford Burnham Prebys, La Jolla Institute of Immunology, and Scripps Research. The Day Will Feature: - 25, 55, and 75-mile bike routes along a NEW scenic Torrey Pines coastline - A 10K run and family-friendly 5K walk/run - Four 50-minute spin classes - Live entertainment, family activities, a Team Village, and more Registration open through August 2. Learn more at: www.curebound.org Curebound on Facebook / Instagram