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The Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation invites you to our annual signature event, the Fall Back Children’s Historical Street Faire, returning Sunday, November 8, 2026. This beloved tradition brings the Gaslamp Quarter to life as the street outside the Davis-Horton House fills with games and activities reminiscent of a San Diego long past, but not forgotten! Families enjoy contests, cultural dance troupes, live music, food and engaging historical activities. Now in our 26th year, thousands of San Diego families have gathered at Fall Back to experience a vibrant, one-of-a-kind history lesson, where children discover “the past” before the age of technology.

About this Grainbakers Class: Join us for a 90-minute Grainbakers breadmaking class featuring Spring flavors and seasonal beers. You’ll make our signature Spent Grain Artisan Dough and customize it from a selection of sweet and savory flavor options: Dark Chocolate & Cherry Lemon Poppyseed Cinnamon, Lemon Zest & Almond Cranberry Orange Walnut Cheddar, Jalapeño & Bacon Rosemary & Sea Salt Cinnamon Raisin Class includes: Lecture and hands-on instruction to make artisan spent grain baked bread Recipe and instruction guide. Super fun mixing session to make your dough One bread in its first rise, ready to head home to bake Extra spent grain for your freezer and recipes to make more bread VIP / FAQ: Participants must be 18 or older and have a ticket. Please wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. You will bake your bread at home. You’re welcome to invite a friend to hang out while you’re in class — grab dinner before, then let them sip a pint and doomscroll while you create your masterpiece. This class is: This class is fun for groups This class is fun for a solo outing This class is fun for couples This class is fun for a girls’ night out This class is fun for adults + their parents! This class is fun for a Birthday activity. Allergen Considerations: Almonds and Walnuts will be used. Pecans and Pistachios will not be used. Peanuts will not be used. https://www.pizzaport.com/brewpubs-Tasting-Room Instagram / Facebook

About this Grainbakers Class: Join us for a 90-minute Grainbakers breadmaking class featuring Spring flavors and seasonal beers. You’ll make our signature Spent Grain Artisan Dough and customize it from a selection of sweet and savory flavor options: Dark Chocolate & Cherry Lemon Poppyseed Cinnamon, Lemon Zest & Almond Cranberry Orange Walnut Cheddar, Jalapeño & Bacon Rosemary & Sea Salt Cinnamon Raisin Class includes: Lecture and hands-on instruction to make artisan spent grain baked bread Recipe and instruction guide. Super fun mixing session to make your dough One bread in its first rise, ready to head home to bake Extra spent grain for your freezer and recipes to make more bread VIP / FAQ: Participants must be 18 or older and have a ticket. Please wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. You will bake your bread at home. You’re welcome to invite a friend to hang out while you’re in class — grab dinner before, then let them sip a pint and doomscroll while you create your masterpiece. This class is: This class is fun for groups This class is fun for a solo outing This class is fun for couples This class is fun for a girls’ night out This class is fun for adults + their parents! This class is fun for a Birthday activity. Allergen Considerations: Almonds and Walnuts will be used. Pecans and Pistachios will not be used. Peanuts will not be used. https://www.pizzaport.com/brewpubs-Tasting-Room Instagram / Facebook

Join us on July 2 aboard the iconic flight deck of the U.S.S. Midway Museum for a once-in-a-generation event that will celebrate the history of our nation, our judicial system, its role in our democracy, and the rule of law. Justice 250 will coincide with the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This event will feature an array of legal luminaries including California Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero. The event is open to the public and designed to help attendees learn about their Constitutional rights and legal resources available in San Diego County. Both residents and visitors to San Diego are welcome to attend, along with school children, retired and active service members, and anyone interested in learning more about our courts and the rule of law. This event began development in late 2025 and has been a true collaboration among numerous prominent members of our San Diego legal community. It is co-hosted by: - United States District Court for the Southern District of California - San Diego Superior Court - Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division One - San Diego County District Attorney’s Office - San Diego County Office of the Public Defender - San Diego Office of the City Attorney - United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of California - Federal Defenders of San Diego - San Diego County Bar Association Learn more and register at: justice250.com

Join Meaghan Fitzsimmons for an hour of guided meditation and energy healing rooted in Jewish spirituality and timeless wisdom. This session focuses on healing trauma and reclaiming your narrative to create a healthier, more grounded context for daily life. Together, we will cultivate inner harmony and share a collective sense of compassion and hope within a Jewish communal framework. When: 2nd Thursdays of the month: July 9, August 13, September 10 Time: 12-1 pm. PT / 2-3 pm. CT / 3-4 pm. ET / 9-10 pm. CT / 10-11 pm. Time in Israel. Cost: Suggested Donation: $5-$36 (sliding scale) / Options: $5, $18, $36 Guide: Meaghan Fitzsimmons Our Coach Bio: Meaghan Fitzsimmons holds a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling and currently serves as a professional mental health care and lifestyle coach here in La Jolla Village. Her experience in the international field of disaster trauma and group counseling facilitation allows her to support this local Jewish community to share, grieve and empower each other through these radical times of terrorism, war and social upheaval.

Hangar 76 OMA Artist Alliance members and their guests are invited to gather each month for a lively social meetup hosted in San Diego and North County. These informal get-togethers offer a relaxed opportunity to connect with fellow artists, share ideas, and build community while exploring a range of hotspots across the region. Whether you’re catching up with familiar faces or meeting someone new, each gathering encourages conversation, collaboration, and camaraderie within the Artist Alliance network. This is a no-host event, attendees are welcome to purchase their own food and beverages. Ticket Prices: Artist Alliance Member: Free Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Get ready to market your book like a pro! Most authors don’t struggle with the writing—it’s what comes after that feels daunting. In today’s crowded marketplace, getting your book into readers’ hands takes more than hope and a few social posts. With millions of new titles published each year, visibility is everything—and a smart, strategic marketing plan makes all the difference. This six-week course helps independent authors build a clear, actionable marketing foundation—one that’s personalized, scalable, and sustainable. Whether you’re preparing to launch your debut title or breathe new life into a book that’s already out, you’ll learn how to think like a publisher and promote like a marketer. Each week, we’ll explore a key part of your author marketing plan—from brand identity and messaging to website visibility, SEO/GEO strategy, and book launch planning—so by the end, you’ll have a personalized roadmap to increase your visibility, strengthen your connection with readers, and expand your discoverability across platforms. You’ll discover how to: • Identify your ideal readers and understand what motivates them to buy • Build an author brand that resonates and sets you apart • Craft messaging that turns browsers into buyers • Design a website that converts visitors into fans • Use SEO and GEO-targeting to expand your reach online and locally • Plan and execute a book launch that builds buzz and drives sales • Sustain long-term visibility and reader engagement after launch Each week includes a short preparation assignment, practical examples, and guided discussion to help you apply these strategies directly to your book and brand San Diego Writers, Ink on Instagram and Facebook

Bring your appetite and your dancing shoes to celebrate San Diego’s original culinary tasting fundraiser, highlighting the city’s best chefs, caterers, and restaurants. Your attendance and support of this event help raise crucial funds to help Mama’s Kitchen deliver more than 900,000 scratch-made, medically tailored meals to home-bound San Diegans battling HIV, cancer, congestive heart failure, type 2 diabetes, or chronic kidney disease this year. Hilton San Diego Bayfront1 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101 Purchase Tickets Here MUST BE 21+ TO ATTEND Cocktail Attire

Join the Center Chorale, Pacific Coast Chorale, Guest Singers and Soloists with Orchestra Tutti of San Diego for a presentation of a symphonic work written for J.R.R Tolkien’s "The Lord of the Rings Trilogy." This exciting score, taken from the Tolkien films, includes 85 instrumentalists, 100 singers, soloists and children’s chorus. The music of "The Lord of the Rings" creates a new and dramatic live concert experience, led by Guest Conductor James Beauton of San Francisco. "The Fellowship of the Ring," composed by Howard Shore, won the Academy Award for Best Original Score in 2001. The score incorporates unusual percussion instruments, including Japanese taiko drums, metal bell plates and chains beaten upon piano wires to depict the mythical creatures called Orcs. Come join us for the rare opportunity to experience this epic choral symphony, performed in both English and Elvish. Visit: https://www.escondidochoralarts.com/ Escondido Choral Arts on Facebook / Instagram

Imagine miles of sun-drenched coast, an inviting ocean, and perfect weather pretty much anytime of the year, and you’ll understand why the La Jolla Half Marathon, our San Diego 10K, and La Jolla Shores 5K are some of San Diego California’s most picturesque running races. From start to finish these races offer runners a chance to experience the coast like never before. Discover the views from the summit of Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve as you listen to the sound of the ocean lapping the shore to help you keep pace. Whether you want to run your first half marathon, step up from our 5K to our 10K, or run your first 5K, no matter which race you choose, you’ll have gorgeous views from Del Mar to the La Jolla Shores. Race Expo Friday, May 15, 2026 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Ellen Browning Scripps Park:1100 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037 Race Shuttles Saturday, May 16, 2020 Half: 4:00am – 5:45 a.m. 10K: 4:30am – 5:45 a.m. 5K: 4:30am – 6:00 a.m. 1100 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037 Race Day Saturday, May 16, 2026 Start Time 6:30 a.m. Half: Del Mar Fairgrounds 5K: Ellen Browning Scripps Park https://lajollahalfmarathon.com/