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Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026 Door Time: 10 p.m. Age Restriction: 21 Address: 454 Sixth Ave Electrik Seoul on Instagram

Write Out Loud - an organization founded in 2007 with a commitment to inspire, challenge and entertain by reading literature aloud for a live audience announces The Festival of American Literary Heroes. The Festival takes place Sunday, September 13th from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the Dottie Studio Theater, part of the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center www.writeoutloudsd.com Funded by the NEA, American Literary Heroes is a unique program highlighting four iconic American writers who have left a lasting impact on the social consciousness of the United States, as well as across the globe. As one of only 50 organizations in the nation to be awarded a National Endowment for the Arts - Celebrating America 250 grant, Write Out Loud is currently bringing Emily Dickinson, Henry David Thoreau, Mark Twain and Walt Whitman to life in libraries, classrooms, senior residences and other community venues. Each presentation reminds us of the importance of our humanity, our personal responsibility and respect for our world and each other. Write Out Loud Artistic Director, Veronica Murphy shared “The 4 performance pieces highlighting Dickenson, Thoreau, Twain and Whitman have been presented individually across the county since Mid March, to rave reviews. Many of our audiences have experienced one of the author performances and immediately want to see another. The Festival of American Literary Heroes on September 13th gives our audience an opportunity to experience all 4 American Literary Heroes up close and personal, in one day. We can’t wait to share them with you!” Spend the morning with Emily Dickinson and Walt Whitman. Enjoy a break for lunch at one of the many Liberty Station restaurants. The afternoon features Mark Twain and Henry David Thoreau. Festival tickets are only $40 and can be purchased HERE THE FESTIVAL OF AMERICAN LITERARY HEROES PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE: 10 a.m. Emily Dickinson "A Still Volcanic Life" Written and Performed by Rhianna Basore Emily Dickinson’s innovative use of form and syntax made her a pioneer in modernist literature. 11 a.m. Walt Whitman Direct from the Afterlife Written and Performed by Todd Blakesley Walt Whitman’s focus on the common man and his break from poetic structures caused him to be known as “the father of free verse.” 1 p.m. Mark Twain Of Sound Heart and Deformed Conscience Written by Rachael VanWormer Performed by Paul Maley Mark Twain was a prolific writer and humorist, who has been called “the father of American literature. 2 p.m. Henry David Thoreau Ripples from Walden Pond Written by Richard Platt Performed by Steve Smith Henry David Thoreau was a philosopher and political ally for human rights and respect for nature and the environment.

Duck Dive, in Pacific Beach, is hosting New Girl Trivia on Wednesday, August 26! Join the beach restaurant and bar for a night dedicated to everyone's favorite loft mates. From True American to Nick's questionable life choices, your knowledge of all things New Girl will be tested with themed trivia, drink specials, and prizes that Jess would absolutely make a homemade certificate for. Expect multiple rounds covering iconic episodes, memorable quotes, relationship drama, and all the hilarious chaos that came out of Apartment 4D. Bring your roommates, your Schmidt-inspired confidence, and your competitive spirit. Trivia begins at 8 p.m., and is 21+. Tickets can be purchased here - New Girl Trivia at The Duck Dive Tickets, Wednesday, August 26 • 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. | Eventbrite. Once you purchase your ticket, call Duck Dive at (858) 273-3825 to reserve and make sure your group sits together. Duck Dive is located at 4650 Mission Boulevard The Duck Dive on Facebook / Instagram

UC San Diego's Stein Institute presents The Changing Landscape of Cancer: Prevention, Emerging Therapies, Survivorship, and Healthy Aging Join us for the 4th Annual LEE Tuh-Fuh & Ruby LEE Wang Zu-Ming Endowed Education Fund for Healthy Aging Lecture featuring Samir Gupta, M.D., Rana R. McKay, M.D., and Danielle K. Glorioso, LCSW. This year’s lecture, “The Changing Landscape of Cancer: Prevention, Emerging Therapies, Survivorship, and Healthy Aging,” explores advances in cancer prevention, innovative treatments, survivorship, and strategies to promote healthy aging in the face of a changing cancer landscape.

You’re invited to this year’s Halloween celebration, the Yokai Masquerade, an evening of artistic wonder, and festive programming inspired by the storied spirits of Japanese folklore. Guests are encouraged to arrive in costume and to explore all that the evening has to offer. From the intimacy of after-hours exhibit viewing to the grandeur of the yokai parade, the Yokai Masquerade offers an experience unlike any other. Visit: https://www.niwa.org/ The Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Recent works by Ariana Kier, Ashley Bohne, Christine Lee, Itamar Lilienthal, Michelle Montjoy, Oscar Romo, Sage Serrano, Sofia Gonzalez "Practice/Practica 2" is an exhibition featuring binational artists working with natural materials and processes. It builds on the earlier exhibition "Practice/Practica," presented during World Design Capital in Spring 2024, which focused on sustainable architecture and the use of natural building materials. Exhibit Reception: Sept 3, 5 - 7 p.m. Visit: https://citygallerysdcc.weebly.com/

Join us at Modern Times Brewing in North Park for some news trivia! Join inewsource staff and reporters for a fun night covering the latest news and issues going on in San Diego, and hear about our latest investigations! Plenty of parking is available in the neighborhoods along Upas Street near Modern Times. inewsource on Facebook / Instagram

For over 10 years, the Sierra Club Seal Society (SCSS) has wanted a large sculpture of a sea lion statue to be created and placed in a prominent area for all San Diegans to see. Sergey Gornushkin, President of the SD Sculptors Guild in Balboa Park, is now doing just that. My son, a friend of Sergey, initiated this wonderful event by asking him to design the statue. We are having a free commemorative event on August 29 to celebrate the unveiling of Sergey’s 7-foot long, 6-foot-high statue. It will be held in Balboa Park, by Spanish Village, Studio 36 on Saturday, August 29 from 4 - 8 p.m. There will be several speakers starting at 4 pm. Food and drinks will be served and there will be a band and DJ to dance to. Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026 a Spanish Viliage, Studio 36 from 4-8 p.m.

2026 Annual Symposium - AI and Healthy Aging: Advancing Health and Longevity Thursday, September 24, 2026 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Join us on Thursday, September 24, 2026 from 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Park & Market, UC San Diego (1100 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101) for our Annual Healthy Aging Symposium exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming health and longevity. We’ll explore how AI is opening new possibilities for living healthier, more independent lives as we age. The day will feature keynote talks from Jeffrey Egler, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Noom, and Amy Sitapati, MD, Chief Medical Information Officer for Population Health and Clinical Professor of Medicine at UC San Diego — Along with three expert panel discussions, we’ll examine how AI can support your health, independence, and everyday well-being, with conversations focused on independent living, personalized healthcare, and using new technologies safely and confidently. Registration is now open. This event is free to attend, but space is limited! Visit: https://healthyaging.ucsd.edu/

KPBS arts reporter Audy McAfee and her partner, Miles Price, moved to San Diego nine months ago. In this Price of San Diego story, they set out to see whether they could enjoy a day at the San Diego County Fair for under $200.