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Pendry San Diego is hosting a Summer Wellness Soirée this Friday, August 8 — a rooftop beauty and wellness event at The Pool House. The event kicks off with a morning Pilates class led by SALTVAULT, followed by refreshing poolside bites and bubbles. Guests can also enjoy wellness and retail cabanas curated by Spa Pendry including a complimentary post workout cool down with Hyperice, red light recovery with Higher Dose and KNESKO, summer style cabanas with LSPACE, and more. Attendees will enjoy special offers and all-day access at The Pool House and Spa Pendry. Doors open at 9 a.m., and the 50-minute SALTVAULT class will begin at 10:00am. Lite bites and bubbles from The Pool House will be served at 11 a.m. Shopping and wellness cabanas will be open until 2 p.m. Guests are asked to enter the event via The Pool House entrance on Fifth Avenue. This experience is $35 for registered hotel guests and $55 for non-hotel guests, and can be booked online. Pendry San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Camino Books welcomes award-winning author Shobha Rao for a discussion and signing of her novel "Indian Country" on Thursday, August 14 at 6 p.m., on the Pacific Breeze Cafe Deck at Del Mar Plaza. Joining Rao in conversation will be Jason Blitman, who hosts the podcast "Gays Reading." "Indian Country" follows a newly arranged married couple’s journey from India to Montana, and their firsthand experiences enduring colonialism and racism in the American West. Rao, who moved to the United States at age seven, is also the author of the short story collection, "An Unrestored Woman," and the novel, "Girls Burn Brighter." Rao is also the winner of the Katherine Anne Porter Prize in Fiction and was a Grace Paley Teaching Fellow at The New School. The event is free and open to the public. Reserved seating is limited, but guests can purchase a signed copy of the book in exchange for one seat. For more details and to reserve a seat, visit https://caminobks.com/event/2025-08-14/shobha-rao-indian-country. Camino Books on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate the end of summer in downtown San Diego with unforgettable waterfront views, poolside vibes, and vibrant activations at our Rooftop Pool Deck and Sally’s Waterfront Dining! Poolside Vibes – Rooftop Pool Deck (4th Floor) Live DJ Sets | Sun, Sound & Sips Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in August Friday, August 29 DJ Joshwayy| 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday, August 30 DJ Kev Mighty | 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday, August 31 DJ Joshwayy | 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Monday, September 1 DJ Tiger Lily | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. All Weekend Long Pool Drink Specials! Weekend Brunch at Sally’s Join us for coastal brunch with fresh flavors, now extended through Labor Day Weekend from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Meet us on the Marina behind the hotel. Saturday, August 30 & Sunday, August 31 8/30: Live Music by the Bay by Emmy Jones (12 p.m. – 4 p.m.) Tasting Activations: El Cristiano Tequila & Kulena Rum Works Sally’s Seaside Sounds Wednesday, August 27 & Sunday, August 31 Live music by the bay between 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Tasting Activations: El Cristiano Tequila & Kulena Rum Works Visit: https://www.hyattexperiences.com/grand-hyatt/sanrs#!/e/labor-day-weekend-at-grand-hyatt-san-diego-11672e27 Grand Hyatt San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Learn and practice meditation, improve harmony at home and at work, and build your wisdom and inner peace. This secular and modern approach to traditional Buddhist teachings is led by Ashley Davis, co-founder of The Center for Harmonious Living. Audience: Adult Location: Homeschool Resource Center Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/meditation-happy-life-449162

The public is invited to join the League of Women Voters of North County San Diego and the LWV of San Diego to hear three experts discuss the ways money and politics influence local entities. Our panel is: Brian Adams, of the SDSU Political Science Department. His book: "Campaign Finance in Local Elections: Buying the Grassroots" examines whether the campaign finance system undermines the capacity of local elections to enhance the democratic character of American elections. Lucas Robinson, investigative reporter for the San Diego Union-Tribune. His work has covered politics, the courts, schools and the pandemic. He will report on his recent investigation of SANDAG's failure to reform no-bid contracting. David Edward Burke, founder of Citizens Take Action. This nonprofit supports policies and programs that enhance the voices of individuals within our political system. As an attorney, he has worked in Congress, coordinated statewide ballot initiatives, and clerked for two Superior Court judges, among other nonprofit work. The public is invited; a Q&A session will follow; light refreshments will be served. League of Women Voters of North County San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Music and Lyrics by Cyndi Lauper | Book by Theresa Rebeck Based on the Twentieth Century Fox Motion Picture written by Kevin Wade Choreographed by Sarah O’Gleby Directed by Christopher Ashley Tess McGill is a Staten Island secretary with big dreams and even bigger ideas, but when her scheming boss Katharine Parker steals one, Tess decides to take matters into her own hands. With Katharine unexpectedly out of town, Tess seizes the chance to prove herself, making a bold business move that could change her life forever. With some help from her savvy friends and a charming businessman, she’s got one shot to pull it off – before the boss returns! This sharp and hilarious adaptation of the iconic 1988 film features an exhilarating original score by the legendary Cyndi Lauper, a smart, fresh book from award-winning playwright Theresa Rebeck, and direction by our own Tony Award-winning Christopher Ashley. "Working Girl" is just as much about the power of friendship as it is about chasing ambition and success. Don’t miss it. La Jolla Playhouse on Facebook / Instagram

This year, in honor of its 100th Anniversary, Le Creuset is embarking on a global celebration of the culinary traditions that have shaped kitchens for generations. Honoring its legacy in fostering these traditions, Le Creuset has once again joined forces with Secret Supper to bring back La Carte by Le Creuset, an unparalleled dining experience for passionate culinary enthusiasts. The Supper series kicked off this spring in New York City, made its second stop in Chicago, and will conclude in San Diego as the final destination on its three-city tour. • What: A three-market, ticketed dinner series taking place in New York City, Chicago, and San Diego, La Carte by Le Creuset will be co-curated by some of the country’s most accomplished chefs. Each in unique location, consumers will be immersed in a one-of-a-kind dining experience that can’t be found in a restaurant. • Where: The exact Supper location will be revealed to guests 24 hours in advance of cocktail hour. • Who: Along with the location, the Featured Chef for the evening is not revealed until you take a seat at the table. • When: October 16 (Tickets go on sale 9/4 at 12 p.m. ET) Please note, tickets are anticipated to sell out quickly. Le Creuset on Facebook / Instagram Secret Supper on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for an extraordinary evening where the vibrant sounds of Westwind Virtuosi strings meet the world-renowned public art of the Stuart Collection at UC San Diego! Westwind Virtuosi is thrilled to present a unique concert program on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at The BEAR, one of the iconic public art installations within the Stuart Collection at UC San Diego. Prepare for a captivating “Bridgerton Classical String Spectacular" – an enchanting musical journey featuring themes from the beloved series and more. This program celebrates the enduring power of music, traversing classical elegance, cinematic beauty, and beyond. This is a free community concert! We are immensely grateful for the generous support of the Music Performance Trust Fund and the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture, whose contributions make this event possible. Westwind Virtuosi on Facebook

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with “Bora Bora en Blanc – Soirée Blanche” at The Rooftop Bar! Saturday, August 30 | 5 p.m.–12 a.m. This Labor Day weekend, step into the dreamscape of Bora Bora without ever leaving the coast. The Rooftop presents Soirée Blanche—reimagined with island luxury, sultry rhythms, and ocean-kissed glamour. In celebration of Mai Tai Day, we’re mixing timeless Polynesian vibes with modern elegance, featuring the tropical touch of Flor de Caña Rum and the French flair of Grey Goose Vodka in a collection of exquisite tropical cocktails. From bold, barrel-aged indulgence to crisp, crystalline pours—your glass will stay full, and your night unforgettable. Expect sunset DJs, chic cabana bottle service, late-night bites and an unforgettable welcome cocktail as you arrive dressed in radiant white. It’s the final glow of summer, drenched in style and spiked with flavor. Highlights: – Live DJ sets – Signature tropical cocktails featuring Flor de Caña and Grey Goose – Seafood towers, mezze platters and late-night bites – Photo opps and cabana lounge vibes Attire: – All white attire is encouraged, not required. Bora Bora energy encouraged. Admission: – General Admission – Now available $20 (GA ticket includes one welcome cocktail)! – Bottle Service & VIP Table Experiences – Now live! Don’t miss out on this chic celebration of sun, sound and style—set high above Oceanside. The Rooftop Bar at Mission Pacific Beach Resort on Facebook / Instagram

Have you completed a beginner Ladino course and want to go further? Or perhaps you have a basic knowledge of Spanish? Join our next-level Ladino course and keep exploring the rich language and culture of Sephardic Jews! What to Expect: - Expand your vocabulary and improve your speaking skills - Read longer texts in Judeo-Spanish (Ladino) – in both Latin and (a little) Rashi script - Discover Sephardic proverbs, stories, and traditional songs - Learn basic grammar structures and everyday expressions This course is designed for learners who have completed a beginner-level Ladino course or have basic knowledge of Ladino or Spanish. When: Mondays, February 9 – March 23, 2026 (no class on March 2) 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Costs: Early bird (if registered before January 26): 6 classes for $250 Regular Registration: 6 classes for $300 Teacher: Agnieszka August-Zarębska She is an assistant professor in the Taube Department of Jewish Studies at the University of Wrocław, Poland. She has a degree in Spanish Studies and her current research interests include contemporary Ladino poetry, contemporary literary translations into Ladino and Sephardic children’s literature. She also worked on critical editions of the early 20th century Judeo-Spanish literature. Yiddishland California on Facebook