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Acupuncture is an ancient system of manipulating human energy pathways with thin needles to balance the body. It came to our shores with the Chinese immigrants in the 1800s, but was still illegal in the USA in the 1970s. Then, a bursting appendix, deep in the heart of China, exploded a media sensation in the New York Times in 1971. Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, James Reston, traveled to Beijing ahead of President Richard Nixon’s historic visit in 1972. There he underwent emergency appendix surgery and was given acupuncture to relieve intense post-op pain.Reston’s New York Times front page account of the mysterious nature of Chinese acupuncture ignited a media frenzy. However, it took decades of a hard-won fight for legalization, education and licensing to allow acupuncture to become established in the USA. Many insurance companies pay for acupuncture treatments as an alternative medicine now. Also, acupuncture is a typical service at the animal rescue centers.Our "Acupuncture" exhibition glimpses a rich history of the integration of cultures and medicine. Many warriors for Traditional Chinese Medicine won legalization and education, and continue the practice of this 5000-year old system in medicine here.Museum Hours: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays from Noon to 4 p.m.Socials: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

From the organizers:The evening starts with nosh and mingling then a panel discussion led by lifelong surfer and executive editor of the San Diego Poetry Annual, Michael Klam. Panelists are author and lifelong surfer, artist, and contributing writer at The Surfer’s Journal, Cher Pendarvis, surf journalist Scott Bass, classical pianist/surfer Jeeyoon Kim, and poet/visual artist Ted Washington. Open mic follows the panel. All poets and writers of any genre are invited to share their take on the influence and inspiration they draw from the sea. Open mic readers will share one poem (or two short ones) or one piece of short prose each. Writers can sign up on the night of the show or preregister at sdpoetryannual@gmail.com.The Friends of the San Diego Central Library will also be hosting a membership drive to support the library. Everyone who stops by their table will get a raffle ticket and be eligible to participate, no purchase necessary. Prizes include a Hank Warner custom surfboard, $100 dinner gift certificates to Bully’s East Prime Bistro Sports Bar (and ball caps and shirts from the restaurant), and assorted swag from Rocky’s Crown Pub.

Biologist Gerald “Jerry” Joyce takes over as Salk president next month with the task of expanding the campus and answering the question: what’s next?

A new study in PLOS Biology finds that bumblebees can learn to solve puzzles from each other — suggesting that even invertebrate animals may have a capacity for culture.

"Emergency" and "Vortex" open at art house venues.

As a kid, Kazuo Ishiguro saw Akira Kurosawa's 1952 film Ikiru. "It made a terrific impact on me," the Nobel prize-winner recalls. His film Living is nominated for an Oscar for best adapted screenplay.

Steven Spielberg says he's been hiding from his own story since he was 17. The Fabelmans is a lightly fictionalized version of his life, without raptors, sharks, or historical figures to hide behind.

She was inspired by her late brother to create new medicine to treat mental illness.

This luncheon hosts over 300 military enlisted guests and honors those who have distinguished themselves by their community service and within their commands. These guests are seated with leaders of the civic and business communities of San Diego, and are treated to gifts and raffle prizes.The highlight of this event is the presentation of the “Making a Difference Award.” Sponsored by Navy Federal Credit Union which recognizes an enlisted member of the active duty military services who has made extraordinary contribution to the San Diego military or civilian community during the preceding year.For details on the criteria for this award click here!

From the organizers:Bask in the evening glow of Liberty Station with our 2nd Annual Barre Crawl. Dine, drink, and win a Hawaii vacation in support of TRBP!About the event:Join the intrepid artists of The Rosin Box Project for our second annual Barre Crawl! Hosted by Event Chair John Velasco and TRBP’s Board of Directors, the Barre Crawl is exactly as the name suggests! Start the evening at Stone Brewing Company on their elegant outdoor pavilion, enjoying catered appetizers and drinks, then “crawl” over to the Light Box Theater and enjoy dance, gourmet Belgian waffles, and the world premiere of this year’s IN FOCUS Film by Myles Thatcher (Soloist and Choreographer with San Francisco Ballet) and Brandon Lazo of Kings and Priests Media.Ticket proceeds go towards TRBP’s 2023 season, and your ticket enters you to win our fabulous door prize: A one-week stay in Kaanapali, Hawaii! We can’t wait to toast the end of our 2022 season with you and cheers the dance splendors to come in 2023.*Please note that this event does require walking one block in Liberty Station. Transportation will be provided from Stone Brewing to the Light Box Theater for anyone needing assistance.Related links:The Rosin Box Project on InstagramThe Rosin Box Project websiteTickets