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Returning for its second year, Cura Smiles is bringing back the annual Sips and Smiles Soirée fundraiser on Friday, September 18 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at BoujieMana Estate. Join the City Heights nonprofit for a night filled with lively energy, seasonal bites, a live and silent auction all set with beautiful views of San Diego’s harbor. Featuring a sophisticated and vibrant ambiance, the night will start with a champagne reception followed by a selection of fine wines, beers, and gourmet bites. As the sun sets, attendees can participate in a silent auction offering unique experiences and premium items. Tickets start at $225 with sponsorship packages starting at $1,000. Funds raised from the evening will directly support the free dental care efforts at Cura Smiles. Focused on enhancing quality of life one smile at a time, Cura Smiles provides essential dental care and education that helps prevent chronic pain, reduce stigma, and support long-term health. To attend, donate or learn more, please visit https://www.curasmiles.org/get-involved. Cura Smiles on Facebook / Instagram

The U.S. Supreme Court has wrapped up its term and begun to agree to cases it will hear in its next one, to begin in the fall.

Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas. Inspired by world renowned artists, you will explore different media, techniques and subjects found in an artist’s studio. After a brief slide presentation for inspiration and context the session will continue with demonstrations. The Colors of Venice Monet was inspired to paint the reflective light off the water canals and architecture of Venice, Italy. Drawing inspiration from Monet's limited, vibrant color palette and thick brushstrokes, you will create energetic and fluid paintings that evoke visual poetry in this very special art workshop. This full day workshop held from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. is meant to get you in the art making groove and develop new approaches to seeing and creating artworks. Whether you have a lifetime practice or are new to expressing yourself, we exchange ideas and techniques in a supportive and challenging environment. Students of all levels are welcome to stretch their creative muscles and build community with us. All supplies and light refreshments for each workshop are included in the cost. A break for lunch and relaxed discussion will occur midday. Please bring your own bagged lunch or feel free to visit one of the restaurants close by on our provided list. Ticket Prices: Adult: $100 Member: $70 Space is limited. Register today! Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

The School of Theatre, Television, and Film at SDSU invites you to join us for an in-person networking event connecting designers, technicians, stage managers, craftspeople and Actors with employers from across the San Diego region. This event is free and open to the public. Learn about job openings, over-hire lists, and future opportunities. Kick off the day with a public forum exploring the challenges and opportunities shaping today’s theatre community. Public Forum: 2:30-3:30 p.m. Job Fair: 3:30-5:30 p.m. Job seekers can upload their resumes and/or headshots in advance with the link provided. Questions can be referred to Associate Director Katie Turner, 619-594-4936, or the contact email.

Arts Unite at Oceanside Theatre Company (217 N. Coast Highway) launches its inaugural play reading series celebrating the work of military veteran playwrights — an evening of bold, diverse storytelling shaped by lived experience. Directed by Liz Frances, the program features six short plays by local writers Peter Mitsopoulos, Victor Lang, Mark Holley, Laura Vines, Scooter, and Janiece Jordan. While the playwrights share a background of military service, the stories themselves span a wide range of themes, styles, and experiences. The evening will conclude with a conversation with the artists, offering audiences a chance to engage more deeply with the work and creating space for dialogue, reflection, and connection. Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram

In welcoming U.S. President Donald Trump to Beijing in May for a summit, Chinese President Xi Jinping sought to find an answer to the question of whether China and the U.S. would be able to overcome the Thucydides Trap and create a new paradigm of major country relations. After two days of intense conversation, the two leaders offered a tentative “yes,” proposing to create a new era of what they called “constructive strategic stability.” Following in the tradition of Susan Shirk, who insists on asking difficult questions and challenging conventional wisdom, the political scientist Graham Allison will devote this lecture to examining both the promise and the limits of that vision. Presider: Meghan O’Sullivan, Director, The Belfer Center; Jeane Kirkpatrick Professor of the Practice of International Affairs, Harvard Kennedy School Speaker: Graham Allison, Douglas Dillon Professor of Government, Harvard Kennedy School ------------------ This public lecture is organized by the 21st Century China Center (21CCC) at the UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy. For more information about this and other 21CCC events, please visit china.ucsd.edu.

J. Brix Wines, an award-winning, couple-owned San Diego winery, is partnering with FMI, a San Diego-based wine club that hosts culinary and wine pop-up events across the city, to host a Chef Pop-Up with MabuHI at its flagship tasting room in the North City district in San Marcos. Taking place on Saturday, July 25 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., guests are invited to sip J. Brix's natural wines by the glass or bottle while enjoying chef-driven cuisine and live DJ sets in a relaxed indoor-outdoor setting. MabuHI, a food truck specializing in Filipino and Hawaiian cuisine, will serve a menu of pork BBQ, kalbi short ribs, chicken katsu and more, accompanied by DJ sets from Brayisme and Hundo. The event is walk-in only, with food and wine available for purchase. J. Brix Wines is located at 250 North City Drive in San Marcos. Free and plentiful parking is available at North City. For more information, visit https://www.northcity.com/places/jbrix.

This immersive session blends the vibrations of crystal singing bowls with the guided meditation of Yoga Nidra. Sound Bath + Yoga Nidra San Diego Experience a deeply restorative Sound Bath + Yoga Nidra San Diego designed to help you unwind, reset your nervous system, and reconnect with yourself in a calm, supportive space. This immersive session blends the healing vibrations of crystal singing bowls with the guided meditation of Yoga Nidra, creating a powerful experience for stress relief, emotional balance, and deep rest. What is Yoga Nidra? Yoga Nidra, also known as “yogic sleep,” is a guided meditation practice that brings you into a state between wakefulness and sleep. While your body fully relaxes, your mind remains gently aware. During Yoga Nidra, you’ll be guided through breath awareness, body scanning, and visualization techniques that help: • Calm the nervous system • Reduce stress and anxiety • Improve sleep quality • Support emotional healing and clarity It’s often said that one hour of Yoga Nidra can feel like several hours of sleep, making it one of the most effective practices for deep restoration. What to Expect You’ll be comfortably supported as you lie down and are guided through Yoga Nidra, followed by a soothing sound bath using crystal singing bowls and other instruments. The vibrations help quiet the mind and bring your body into a deeply relaxed, meditative state. No prior meditation or sound bath experience is necessary. Simply arrive, get comfortable, and receive. What’s Included • Yoga mats • Blankets, bolsters • Water and tea Everything is provided for your comfort. Free parking available. Reserve Your Spot Spots are limited and sound bath events in San Diego often fill in advance. Reserve your space today and give yourself the gift of deep rest and renewal. To stay up to date on future events, follow us on Instagram: @savvy_staci

Prepare your appetite because the College Area Business District is excited to announce the 3rd Annual Taste of College Area, happening on Sunday, September 27, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come experience the flavors of one of San Diego's most diverse and evolving culinary destinations with a self-guided tasting tour through the College Area and Rolando neighborhoods. Featuring more than 20 restaurants, coffee shops, pubs, and eateries, the event highlights the incredible variety of local dining experiences, from international cuisine to artisan coffee and neighborhood favorites. To help you make the most of your tasting adventure, complimentary Old Town Trolley rides will run throughout the event route, making it easy to explore participating restaurants at your own pace. The route stretches along El Cajon Boulevard from 55th Street to 73rd Street, showcasing the vibrant businesses that make the College Area a unique dining destination. This year's lineup includes returning favorites such as Tokyo Sushi Loha, Penelope's Mexican Food, Charoen Krung Thai Cuisine, and Scrimshaw Coffee, along with exciting first-time participants including Pokedon, BarLando, and Love Letters Pizza. Early Bird tickets are on sale now for just $35, and groups of 10 or more automatically receive a 15% discount through July 31. Beginning August 1, individual tickets increase to $40, while qualifying group discounts will be 10%. Don't miss this flavorful celebration of food, community, and local businesses. Mark your calendar for a culinary adventure unlike any other at the 3rd Annual Taste of College Area. For event details and ticket information, visit https://collegeareasd.com/taste-of-college-area.

Four-day fall celebration features gourd art, workshops, demonstrations, vendors, cultural performances and family activities FALLBROOK, Calif. — The California Gourd Society (CGS), in partnership with Welburn Gourd Farm, will present the 2026 Southern California Gourd Competition and Raffle during Welburn’s Gourd Art & Harvest Days, September 24–27, 2026. The four-day event will celebrate creativity, community and the harvest season with gourd art classes, artist demonstrations, local vendors, cultural activities, music and family-friendly fun. Visitors can also enjoy U-Pick pumpkins and sunflowers at the farm. The schedule includes: Thursday, September 24: Preregistered art workshops Friday, September 25: Workshops, CGS Gourd Art Competition People’s Choice voting Saturday, September 26, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.: Artist and local-vendor marketplace, gourd art demonstrations, competition voting and awards, cultural workshops and performances, and pumpkin and flower shopping Saturday, 4–6 p.m.: Advance tickets required Sunday, September 27: Half-day art classes Advance registration is required for workshops and certain ticketed activities. The complete schedule, class information and tickets are available at welburngourdfarm.com/pages/2026-gahd. Welburn Gourd Farm is located at 40635 De Luz Road, Fallbrook, California 92028, approximately 25 minutes north of central Fallbrook. Known for its sustainably grown, thick-shelled gourds, the farm carefully harvests and hand-selects gourds for artists, crafters, musicians and decorators. Directions are available at WelburnGourdFarm.com. Founded in 1997, the California Gourd Society brings together artists, farmers, gardeners, educators, crafters and gourd enthusiasts who share an appreciation for hard-shelled gourds. A state chapter of the American Gourd Society, CGS supports education, creativity and charitable activities through 12 regional groups and a monthly online group. The organization has approximately 225 members throughout California. Debra Zimmerman California Gourd Society dzgourd@gmail.com Welburn Gourd Farm on Facebook/ Instagram