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The Gaslamp Quarter welcomes its newest culinary destination with the grand opening of NOIR Sushi & Sake Fusion Lounge on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. Located at 926 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, NOIR blends the artistry of traditional Japanese cuisine with modern sensibilities, creating an elevated dining and nightlife experience at the heart of San Diego’s most vibrant district. Guests are invited to step into a stylish, contemporary atmosphere where every plate tells a story of craftsmanship, balance, and indulgence. From chef-driven sushi creations to curated sake flights, NOIR promises an unforgettable dining journey extends beyond just a restaurant, making it a destination experience. Highlights of the Grand Opening Experience: Culinary Showcase – Guests will enjoy premium nigiri and sashimi, inventive chef-curated sushi rolls, and the debut of the NOIR Signature Box, an elegant interpretation of the Japanese Kaiseki tradition. This multi-dish experience celebrates seasonal flavors with artistic presentation, nutrient-rich brown rice, and options that are gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian. Curated Sake Program – Launch of NOIR’s exclusive sake flights, featuring rare brews and one-of-a-kind pairings designed to complement both traditional and contemporary menu items. VIP Preview Hour – Select VIP guests and community partners will receive complimentary tasting menus and sake pairings as part of an exclusive welcome experience. Community Welcome – The opening event emphasizes NOIR’s commitment to providing a refined yet approachable venue for both locals and visitors, blending Japanese culinary artistry with San Diego’s modern, energetic spirit. NOIR Sushi & Sake Fusion Lounge brings an elevated dining experience to San Diego with a philosophy rooted in the beauty of life’s essentials: exceptional cuisine, refined drinks, and authentic connection. From curated omakase to an after-work sake pairing or a night out with friends, NOIR aims to redefine the city’s sushi scene. Following the grand opening, NOIR will be open daily for dinner service from 5 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (Sunday – Thursday) and 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. (Friday – Saturday), with lunch service launching soon from 11:45 a.m. – 2 p.m. For menus and reservations, visit noirsushi.com. Parking Information

This is the first time Pantone has chosen a shade of white. The company says it's "a lofty white that serves as a symbol of calming influence in a society rediscovering the value of quiet reflection."

Zen Soul Balance invites you to Skylight Venue in San Diego to kick off 2026 with the powerful 1.11 Wellness Activation, the first event in the exciting new Zen Collective series led by a team of amazing practitioners. Step into your power and ignite your best year yet. Zen Collective: 1.11 Wellness Activation is a half-day experience designed to reset your mind, realign your energy, and activate your highest potential. The day begins with a grounding welcome ritual that centers your focus and sharpens your intention. Flow mindfully through gentle yoga followed by breathwork designed to nourish both body and mind. Then, release tension and open space within during a powerful sound healing paired with guided meditation, your gateway to clarity and calm. Awaken your senses and amplify your intentions with an authentic cacao ceremony that fuels connection and presence. Next, dive into the Zen Lounge to engage with curated wellness stations, discover new tools for balance, and connect with like-minded changemakers. The experience closes with a collective circle to seal your commitment and amplify shared energy. Afterwards, celebrate in an energized mingling space featuring local wellness vendors, refreshing mocktails, and live beats because community fuels growth. This is more than an event. It’s your launchpad for 2026 – clear, focused, and unstoppable. Zen Soul Balance on Facebook / Instagram

Join us in Encinitas for even more ways to interact with contemporary art! Weekly Wellness Saturdays at ICA San Diego / North expands on our 2025-2026 exhibition season theme, "On Healing." The exhibitions are part of a year-long exploration of the ways artists address the various socio-cultural wounds revealed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Similarly, the associated programs and events seek to explore how art can serve as a vital tool for mental, physical, emotional, and community wellbeing. Weekly Wellness Saturdays will take place most Saturdays throughout the year during ICA San Diego’s open hours (Noon – 5 p.m.), and includes: 1–2 p.m.: A rotating healing session hosted by a local facilitator 2:15–3:15 p.m.: A complimentary tour of the current exhibition in its Lower and Upper Pavilions, the outdoor garden, and Sculpture Trail 3:30–4:30 p.m.: A rotating healing session hosted by a local facilitator 12–5 p.m.: An all ages art-making activity related to this year’s "On Healing" season 12–5 p.m.: Complimentary admission to ICA / North’s exhibitions Admission to Weekly Wellness Saturdays at ICA / North is free, and a donation will be suggested for healing activities, and made directly to the facilitator. (Sep. 20, Oct. 18, Nov. 15, Dec. 20): 1 p.m.: Energy Medicine for Self-Care with Noriko Whitfield — A gentle 1-hour outdoor self-care workshop designed to help you feel calmer, more energized, and balanced. Using simple, body-centered energy techniques like breathwork, meridian tapping, and movement, this class supports hormone health, emotional well-being, and digestion. No experience is needed. Just come ready to learn easy tools you can use daily to reduce stress, boost vitality, and reconnect with your inner calm. 3:30 p.m.: SOULscape Mindful Movement Meditation with Soultry Sisters— Are you looking for a practice to quiet your mind, ground your body, and elevate your spirit? Join us for SOULscape, a movement-based healing and communal practice led by the Soultry Sisters Arts + Wellness Collective. The session will include mindful movement meditation incorporating breathing, visualization, and creative movement, as well as journaling and collective reflection. In doing so, we will participate in a soft space for folks to embody rest, foster creative flourishing, and connect with the community. ICA San Diego / North in Encinitas is open Saturdays & Sundays, Noon – 5 p.m. RSVP to a Weekly Wellness Saturday! Donations made at time of RSVP or upon check-in will go to ICA San Diego, and a QR code and cash box will be available at the healing activity for donations to healing facilitators. ICA San Diego - Website / Facebook / Instagram

Beginner workshops are perfect for you to grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees! We’re bringing the awesome art of bonsai out of the hedged in gardens and into the streets! Or at least into your favorite bars/breweries/pubs. Bonsai Bar is a night of fun you don’t want to miss. Learn the fundamental skills and techniques behind the art of bonsai while enjoying a night out with friends! Our teachers will introduce core concepts and guide your experience as you pot, prune, and design your very own bonsai tree! Our Guarantee: These tiny trees are so hardy we guarantee you can keep yours alive, or we’ll replace it. This workshop will be hosted at Mission Brewing - East Village. Serving the San Diego community since 1913, Mission Brewery has a rich history and delicious craft beer. We’re excited to share our legacy with you. Mission Downtown is dog friendly and kid friendly. Under 21 policy: Please contact Mission Brewing - East Village for details regarding underage entry Visit: Bonsai Workshop at Mission Brewing - East Village Bonsai Bar on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for a transformative, liberating experience through the power of art! This in-person event is designed to help you reconnect with your inner niña and express any feelings that may arise. Through various creative activities, we will explore the feelings inside of us, fostering raw self expression and the experience of being held by community. During the workshop, you will have the opportunity to express yourself freely, using various art mediums and techniques. Possible activities so you can have an idea: watercolor, acrylic painting, playing with clay, oil pastels, collaging, poetry. No prior art experience is necessary – just an open heart and a willingness to explore. Discover the joy of reconnecting with your inner niña and unlocking your creativity. This workshop is perfect for anyone seeking personal healing, self-discovery, or an emotional release. This is a space for people who are seeking to be vulnerable and make genuine connections with others. All art supplies will be provided :) 100% of proceeds will go to TODOS SOMOS MIGRANTES, a local nonprofit that serves the migrant community.

In the summer, Texas drew new lines to help the GOP win in the midterm elections. California countered this week. The Republicans might have an edge in the redistricting battle as it spreads nationally.

2nd Annual Coronado Public Library Animation Celebration Wednesday, July 16 at 6 p.m. Film Forum Coronado Coronado Public Library 640 Orange Ave. Coronado, CA 92118 (619) 522-7390 Free Film and Discussion In the Winn Room Adults “FANTASTIC MR. FOX’ (2009. 87 min. PG.) - Wes Anderson utilizes stop-motion animation for this cheerfully twisted adaptation of Roald Dahl’s foxy tale. After 12 years of married bliss, the sly Mr. Fox, former chicken-thief turned columnist, wages one last war on three smug local farmers — endangering his marriage and his community. A cast of A-list actors lend their voices: George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Bill Murray, Willem Dafoe, Owen Wilson and Jason Schwartzman. “FANTASTIC FLYING BOOKS OF MR. MORRIS LESSMORE” ( 2012. 15 min. G) - A touching allegory for the curative powers of story that invokes silent movies, MGM musicals, literary references and rampant bibliophilia. Our straw-hatted hero is transported to an Oz-like fantasy land of living books.

This fall, Soulful artist Sarah Lightman will be joining Jimmy Pearson for a mini tour in Southern California. "The tour is focused on community, and how we empower each other through connection and meaningful interaction. This past year has carried a lot of difficult ups and downs in Southern California, and we aim to bring a bit of so-cal sunshine back to the coast. Join us for an unforgettable night of soulful live music - I’ll be bringing the band too!" Shows: October 25 @ The DoubleTree Hotel; San Diego, CA October 30 @ LaBoom; Chula Vista, CA Get Tickets: https://www.sarah-lightman.com/ **About Sarah Lightman:**
Sarah Lightman is an acclaimed singer-songwriter known for their heartfelt lyrics, soulful vocals, and captivating stage presence. With a unique blend of soul, folk, and pop influences, Sarah Lightman has quickly garnered attention for their honest storytelling and emotive performances. Her voice is most often compared to those of Amy Winehouse, Corrine Bailey Rae, Sara Bareilles, and Adele. Sarah Lightman on Facebook / Instagram

It establishes the CSU Direct Admissions Program, which builds off a pilot initiative implemented last year at CSU Riverside. Under this program, all graduating high school students who meet the university system’s requirements will automatically receive an admissions letter to 16 California State University campuses.