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Please join us for our "Candles In the Velvet Night" concert -- an intimate journey of music, poetry, storytelling, and reflection into the wisdom of the beatitudes with Heatherlyn and Steven Bassett of the critically acclaimed 9BEATS Collective -- at our next PRC-CoB Friday Night Peace Venue on February 21, 7-9 p.m., in the Gathering Place of the Church of the Brethren, 3850 Westgate Place, San Diego, 92105.

For a relaxed yet memorable Valentine’s Day, Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern is the perfect hidden gem. Enjoy the marina views and comforting yet elevated all-American fare made with thoughtfully sourced ingredients, along with special entrées and desserts for the holiday.Guests can enjoy favorites like the dueling dips appetizer, alongside filet or salmon entrées, crafted with thoughtfully sourced ingredients. To complement the meal, sip on handcrafted cocktails, mocktails, local brews on tap, a curated bourbon-centric whiskey selection, and a fine wine list, all while taking in the stunning marina views. Jimmy’s Famous is open daily: Monday - Thursday from 11a.m. - 9 p.m.; Friday 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. To make a reservation or for more information, visit jfamous.com. Walk-ins are also welcome. Follow Jimmy’s Famous on Instagram at @jimmys_famous.

Join us at the Job Fair at Camp Pendleton, where over 50 companies will be offering employment opportunities and actively hiring veterans. Veterans bring a wealth of skills and expertise from their military service, making them invaluable assets across various industries. However, navigating the job market can be challenging. That's where RecruitMilitary steps in.DAV & RecruitMilitary will break down barriers for veteran employment at the Camp Pendleton Veterans Job Fair on Thursday February 13 at Pacific Views Event Center from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pacific. Registration is free and available online to all transitioning military, veterans, military spouses and dependents.

Love is in the air, and there’s no better place to celebrate Valentine's Day than the Gaslamp Quarter – the heartbeat of romantic festivities. Discover a plethora of enchanting happenings, special menus, hotel and restaurant specials, and more throughout the district, making Gaslamp Quarter the ultimate destination to create and cherish memorable moments of love.When: Valentine’s Day - February 14 & the week leading up to February 141. LIONFISH: GALENTINE’S GIRL DINNERWhen: Thursday, Feb 13, 2025 5 p.m.Details: Ladies, it’s time to treat yourself and your besties to a flirty, fabulous Galentine’s Day at Lionfish! Sip on the Pretty Pink Paloma Tower, indulge in the bestie bites, and savor sweet treats, all for just $29. A girls night out with fun, food, and lots of romance. Let’s make this Galentine’s unforgettable!2. LIONFISH: LOVE BITES - VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIALSWhen: Friday, Feb 14Details: Valentine’s Day Specials - $72 Grilled Lobster & Filet- 8oz Filet Mignon, Grilled Lobster Tail, Red Wine Demi, Spicy Kosho-Lime Beurre Blanc, Charred Broccolini, Sesame & Chili Flake, Crispy Potato Pavé. $50 Crab Agnolotti- Corn Chowder, Bacon Crumble, Corn & Crab, Negi, Roasted Corn, Pinenuts, Micro Cilantro3. MARGARITAVILLE HOTEL SAN DIEGO: LOVE AT FIRST SUITEWhen: Travel dates: Now – 3/31 | Book dates: Now – 3/31Details: 25% off your room rate, 50% off parking, and a $50 dining credit4. BARLEYMASH: VALENTINE’S DAYWhen: Friday, Feb 14, 2025Details: This Valentine’s Day, spice things up at Barleymash with some seriously hot drink specials! Sip on the Hott to Go, fall in love with Love Me, Love Me Not, or indulge in a glass of Perrier Jouet Blanc Gass for a little extra sparkle. Join us on Friday, February 14th, 2025, and let the drinks do the talking! Whether you’re celebrating with your special someone or enjoying the single life, Barleymash is the perfect place to feel the love.5. GINGERS: VALENTINE’S DAY SINGLES MIXERWhen: Friday, Feb. 14 - 7-9 p.m.Where: Gingers at BarleyMashDetails: Single and ready to mingle? Come heat things up at the Gingers Valentine’s Day Singles Mixer! Join us on Friday, February 14th, 2025, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. for a flirty night full of fun, connection, and maybe a little romance. With tickets at just $10 per person, this is your chance to meet someone special or simply enjoy a night out with other fabulous singles. Who knows? Cupid might just be working overtime.6. THE PENDRY: VALENTINE’S DAY HAPPENINGSProvisional KitchenWhen: Friday, Feb. 14 – Sunday, Feb 16, 2025Details: Bring your favorite Valentine to Provisional Kitchen for an enchanted evening featuring Executive Chef Brandon Sloan’s dinner for two alongside live music, champagne pairings, special surprises and more.Spa PendryWhen: Monday-Thursday for the month of FebruaryDetails: So much to love. Soak up a dose of self-care this month at Spa Pendry where a very special Pendry Rose Renewal signature treatment features a complimentary glass of rosé, a Gemstone & Collagen Eye Mask Treatment and a rose oil-infused gift to take home.7. HILTON SAN DIEGO GASLAMP QUARTER: VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIALSValentine’s Day Romance PackageWhen: Feb 1 – Feb 16Details: Indulge in the ultimate romantic getaway with our Valentine’s Day Romance Package, designed for couples, romantic travelers, and weekend getaway seekers. Available from Feb. 1st to Feb. 16, 2025, this package includes:Wild Hare Bar GardenWhen: Feb 14Details: Located in the heart of the Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Wild Hare Bar Garden invites you to a romantic dining experience on February 14th. Enjoy specially crafted cocktails and a delectable dessert in a cozy, intimate atmosphere.8. LUMI: VALENTINE’S DAY WEEKENDWhen: Tuesday, Feb. 11 – Sunday, Feb. 16Details: At Lumi, love doesn’t wait—celebrate Valentine’s Day all week long with heart-shaped Akira Back pizzas, delicious chef specials, signature Valentine cocktails, and more. Looking for Galentine’s Day plans? Grab your besties and head to Lumi Rooftop for a Galentine’s night under the stars! Laugh, sip, and snack your way through the perfect evening with great vibes and even better company.9. CAFE SEVILLA: VALENTINE’S DAY WEEKENDWhen: Thursday, Feb. 13 – Sunday, Feb. 16Details: Special four-course Valentine’s Menu and 4th Annual Galentine’s Day Brunch. Reservations: Call 619-233-597910. HUNTRESS: VALENTINE’S DAY CHEF’S TASTING MENUWhen: Feb. 11 – 16, 2025Details: Book our Sweethearts Table—perfect for a romantic night or Galentine’s celebration, complete with roses and festive décor. Reservations11. HAVANA 1920: HAVANA NIGHTS – GALENTINE’S DAY EDITIONWhen: Thursday, Feb 13 | 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.Details: Get ready for a sizzling Galentine’s celebration at Havana 1920! Enjoy the sultry sounds of a live band, sip on smooth rum, and indulge in mouthwatering Cuban bites – all for free when you RSVP. Join us on Thursday, February 13th, 2025, for a night full of rhythm, rum, and unforgettable vibes. You and your besties won’t want to miss this!12. ALMA SAN DIEGO: VALENTINE’S DAY OFFER & HAPPENINGSWhen: Now-Feb 14Details: Available offerings include a Sweethearts Package, 24K Gold Amenity Package, live music, seasonal drinks, and a paint & sip night!13. RUSTIC ROOT: VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIALSWhen: Friday, Feb 14 – Sunday, Feb 16Details: Celebrate love and friendship at Rustic Root with Valentine’s dinner specials, Galentine’s brunch delights, signature His & Her cocktails, themed photo ops, and a DIY charm bracelet activation to make with your besties during brunch.14. THE SMOKING GUN : VALENTINE’S DAY LUAUWhen: Friday, Feb 14Details: This Valentine’s Day, The Smoking Gun is turning up the heat with a tropical Valentine’s Day Luau! Join us on Friday, February 14th, and get Lei’d as you indulge in Hawaiian-inspired dishes and sip on refreshing tropical drinks. It’s a night full of island vibes, delicious bites, and unforgettable fun!15. THE SHOUT! HOUSE: VALENTINE’S DAY – DUELING HEARTSWhen: Friday, Feb 14 | Doors 6 p.m., Pianos 6:30 p.m.Details: Celebrate love with an unforgettable night at Dueling Hearts! Whether you’re enjoying a romantic evening with your partner or having fun with friends, this Valentine’s Day promises a night filled with music, laughter, and memories to last a lifetime.16. PARQ NIGHTCLUB: VALENTINE’S DAY – LOVE LUSTWhen: Friday, Feb 14Details: Get ready for a seductive night at Parq Nightclub’s Love Lust Valentine’s Day celebration! Join us on Friday, February 14th, 2025, for the unforgettable Parq 360 Show featuring a full 360-stage experience, complete with electrifying beats by DJ Kaos.17. GALENTINE’S: GOOD NIGHT JOHN BOYWhen: Thursday, Feb. 13 | 7 p.m.Details: Ladies, it’s time to turn up the heat at Good Night John Boy! Kick off the night with a bubbly welcome champagne, then enjoy espresso martinis for just $5 – because who needs sleep when you’re having fun? Sip on Hot Stuff, Roxanne, & Jolene cocktails, nibble on small bites, shop from local vendors, and even get a flash tattoo to mark the night.PARKING:The Gaslamp Quarter offers parking at the following garages:· Park-It-On Market· 6th & K ParkadeFor more information and themes, visit www.Gaslamp.orgGaslamp Quarter on Facebook / Instagram

Come one, come all! The Crisis Carnival is back in town for one night only! We're a collective of student artists promoting collaboration, connection, and creativity!On February 27, we'll be setting up our tents at the San Diego Museum of Photographic Arts for a night full of student and independent artists and creatives from across San Diego. Come for a night filled with stories, poetry, visual art, music, and more! The event is free and open to all on Thursday, February 27 from 6 p.m. -11 p.m. RSVP now as seats will be limited! Visit: https://crisiscarnivalsdsu.wixsite.com/crisis-carnival/event-details-registration/crisis-carnival-spring-showcase-invasionMuseum of Photographic Arts at The San Diego Museum of Art on Instagram and Facebook

Celebrated harpsichordist Jean Rondeau returns to San Diego, this time with his ensemble Nevermind, to present their brand-new transcription of the Goldberg Variations, BWV 988, by Johann Sebastian Bach. With Anna Besson on flute, Louis Creac’h on violin, and Robin Pharo on viola da gamba, the ensemble worked extensively on the transcriptions, shining new light on Bach’s masterpiece and unveiling new possibilities within the music. The concert will be held at St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church on March 14th at 7:30 p.m. Tickets and additional information are available on the society’s website. Founded in 2013, Nevermind champions and transcends the quartet repertoire (flute, violin, viola da gamba and harpsichord) of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries.Nevermind have showcased their virtuosity at prestigious venues across Europe including the Auditorium of the Louvre, Wiener Konzerthaus, Wigmore Hall and the Barbican in London, Amsterdam’s Muziekgebouw, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Konzerthaus Dortmund, Alte Oper Frankfurt, Centra Nacional de Difusión Musical in Madrid, the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées in Paris, Concertgebouw Brugge, and the Salle de Musique in la Chaux-de-Fonds.Their international tours have also taken them as far afield as the United States, Canada, Russia, Iceland, and the Far East; notable highlights include the Boston Early Music Festival, Oberlin Conservatory in Ohio, Hong Kong City Hall, and a highly successful tour of Australia in 2019 with visits to Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Adelaide, Newcastle and Brisbane. A typical Summer season will also see them perform at numerous festivals, with past appearances at the Rheingau Musik Festival, Utrecht Early Music Festival, the Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival, Prague Spring Festival, Festival Ravel, Festival of Saintes, Bel-Air Claviers Festival, and Gstaad Menuhin festival in Switzerland. (Harrison Parrott)Visit: https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/sdems/876/event/1393074San Diego Early Music Society on Instagram and Facebook

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The event will feature presentations of the Guild’s prestigious Odin Award to four local authors: Matt Coyle, author of the Rick Cahil crime novels; Jonathan Maberry, New York Times best-seller and five-time Bram Stoker Award-winning author; and SDSU professors emeriti Philip Pryde and Bob Riffenburgh for their contributions to science, literary fiction, and non-fiction.The Odin Awards are periodically presented by the Guild in recognition of local authors’ bodies of work.Instituted by Dr. Carl Nelson, past Guild President, Odin Awards have thus far been awarded to over 20 local authors, among them Chet Cunningham, Susan Vreeland, Steve Breen, T. Jefferson Parker, and Alan Russell. A complete list of previous Odin Award recipients is on our website. For four decades, the Guild has served as a San Diego organization dedicated to the advancement of writing and those who pursue it. The Guild has a current membership of over 200 published and aspiring authors. The Guild hosts monthly meetings featuring speakers of interest to the writing community. It also maintains an active website, publishes an annual anthology of members’ works, manages a Manuscript Critique Program, and presents workshops on a variety of writing topics. The 45th Anniversary Gala Event is open to the press and to anyone with an interest in the San Diego writing community. To join with our gala, please visit the Guild’s website at sdweg.org/event-5793668 for ticket information.San Diego Writers & Editors Guild on Facebook