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San Diego Dance Theater is proud to host Mademoiselle Cinema, a dynamic dance company from Tokyo, Japan, founded in 1993 by choreographer Naoko Ito. This summer’s Live Arts Fest celebrates international collaboration through "A Woman’s Journey (Onna wa Tabi de Aru)," a moving work inspired by the historical experience of Japanese “picture brides”—women who immigrated to the United States in the early 20th century with only a photograph of their prospective husbands, in search of new beginnings and uncertain futures. "A Woman’s Journey": "After spending ten years overseas, my grandmother—who lost her husband in America—returned to Japan to entrust her two children to her family. Yet she soon went back to America to work. In 1937, after two decades on that distant shore, she finally left America behind. One can only imagine the tumult of emotions that compelled her to choose homecoming as the ominous drumbeats of war drew near. Now, at the age of eighty, I find myself on a quest to understand what it truly means 'to become an immigrant' in place of the story she never told. This is a narrative dedicated to my 100 year old mother." Mademoiselle Cinema is celebrated for its distinctive dance-theater style, characterized by grounded, low-centered movement, rich visual design, and emotionally resonant storytelling. Blending costume, set, music, and occasional theatrical and cinematic interludes, the company’s performances are drawn from memories of girlhood and the everyday lives of women. Free from conventional modern dance technique, Mademoiselle Cinema creates original works that explore the deeply personal histories each dancer carries within her body, expressing the emotional and physical realities of contemporary life. As the modern age is often described as “the age of women,” Ito consciously works exclusively with female dancers, crafting choreography that weaves personal memory into collective narrative. Since its international debut in Paris in 1999, Mademoiselle Cinema has brought Japanese contemporary dance to global audiences, with appearances across Europe, South America, Africa, and Asia. The company has performed at renowned festivals including the Sibiu International Theatre Festival (2008), the Avignon Festival (2013), and the Gryfin6 International Theatre Festival in Poland (2011), where they received the Audience Award. In recognition of her innovative work, Naoko Ito was honored with the New Artist Award by the Agency for Cultural Affairs of Japan in 2008. Please join us in welcoming Mademoiselle Cinema to San Diego for an unforgettable performance that honors history, memory, and the enduring strength of women. Mademoiselle Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

The Gaslamp Artisan Market is a thriving outdoor-shopping event located on Fifth Avenue in the heart of the Gaslamp where shoppers will find hand-crafted treasures, art, jewelry and clothing every Saturday and Sunday. Visit: Gaslamp Artisan Market 2025

Get ready for our 5th Annual Juneteenth Summer Kick-Off BBQ — and this year, we’re going bigger than ever! Join us for a sun-soaked day filled with mouthwatering BBQ, beach games, live music, and all the good vibes. We’re honoring Black joy, culture, and freedom with community, connection, and unforgettable moments by the ocean. Whether you're coming to dance, eat, surf, or just vibe out — everyone’s welcome to this joyful celebration of summer and liberation. This is a free family friendly community event, Food ticket required for BBQ. EVERYONE IS WELCOME! View this event on Facebook

The Sierra Club Seal Society presents a free lecture about the local sea lion birthing season followed by a guide tour walk down to the shore. It’s where education meets nature! See you there! Sierra Club Seal Society of SD on Facebook / Instagram

Experience fight night like never before on one of our three 100-inch big screens! Gather up to 10 of your friends and enjoy the ultimate VIP viewing experience in the privacy of your own bay for $250! For an equally thrilling experience, join the excitement in our standing bar room with no cover charge all night. With great drinks, tasty bites, and a great atmosphere, make Swing Social your go-to place for every jab, hook, and knockout! Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ufc-317-topuria-vs-oliveria-tickets-1409425773429?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl Swing Social on Instagram and Facebook

The 101 Artists’ Colony invites you to the final Arts Alive Encinitas event of 2025, a Live Auction at Cardiff Town Center in the courtyard on July 13, 2025 1:30 p.m. This is when all 60 of the Arts Alive banners that have been hanging on the Coast Hwy light poles will be auctioned off with professional auctioneer Rich Houk at the helm. The Exhibit will be on display all morning. At 1:30 p.m., bidders can register to get a Bid Card to protect “silent” bids they’ve already made or to bid for the first time! Live bidding starts at 2 p.m. Bidding can get crazy and is so much fun. 101 Artists' Colony on Facebook

It’s that time of year once more! Join us for the Cooper Family Foundation's annual Juneteenth celebration. Enjoy: Live Music & DJs Local Food Vendors Inspirational Guest Speakers Fun Zone Arts & Crafts for Kids Black-Owned Business Market Raffles & Giveaways Let’s come together to celebrate culture, music, resilience, and progress! Free Admission | Family-Friendly | Open to the Public Contact us:6195693821|celebrationjuneteenth@yahoo.com Learn more: www.cfjuneteenth.com “None of us are free until we are all free.” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

5 Secrets for WINNING Personal Statement Essays Want your college essay to stand out in a sea of applicants? Join nationally recognized college admissions and essay expert Ms. G. as she reveals her Top 5 Secrets for crafting unforgettable personal statements. Perfect for students and parents, this free workshop will cover what colleges really want, powerful hooks, essay do’s and don’ts, and real examples that got students into Yale, Brown, Duke, UCLA, and more. Presented by Ms. Eva Goetze (Ms. G.) Founder of College Advising Boutique | Strategic College Consultant | Career & Major Specialist Eva Goetze, known to families as Ms. G., offers elite, personalized college advising for students of all motivation levels—whether driven or still discovering their path. With nearly two decades of experience mentoring teens and over a decade in high-level leadership roles—including former COO and three-time Chief of Staff in FinTech, AI, real estate, and marketing—Ms. G. brings sharp strategy and real-world insight to the college admissions process. At College Advising Boutique, she combines cutting-edge tools with a deeply personalized approach, guiding families through every stage: major exploration, college list development, essay editing, and application timeline management. Ms. G. stays on the pulse of emerging careers, trending majors, and competitive admissions standards, helping students prepare not just for acceptance—but for long-term success. Ms. G. is especially known for her essay expertise, having taught English in over four international countries and edited more than 20,000 essays and drafts. Her students’ essays have helped them gain acceptance to top-tier and highly selective schools, including Yale, Brown, Duke, Rice University, Tulane, Michigan State, Claremont McKenna, and all University of California campuses, including UCLA, UC Berkeley, and UC San Diego. Her approach empowers students to find their authentic voice, tell powerful stories, and submit applications that rise to the top. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/college-workshop-35972 College Advising Boutique on Instagram

Meet turtles and tortoises with San Diego Turtle and Tortoise Society on Friday, July 25, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The event will include a live presentation, meet & greet*, storytime, special craft, and more! Pre-registration is not required. Free with Museum admission. Opportunities to meet the animals are limited and timed tickets will be provided upon check-in. *Meet and greet is entirely contingent upon the animals’ well-being. We recommend arriving at the Museum early to maximize your chances of meeting the animals. A Hold Harmless form is required to be filled out for all guests who want to meet the animals. San Diego Children's Discovery Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Come in your tropical best to this seaside evening of tasting food, meeting your vendors, enjoying an open bar, and partying the night away in your wedding venue! Attendance is limited to our reserved couples only. If you reside out of town, and want to send someone in your place, that's perfectly okay, but only 2 tickets are permitted per event date due to capacity restrictions. 4 p.m. - 4:20 p.m. Check in/Appetizers Served 4:20 p.m. Buffet Service Begins 4:50 p.m. Late Night Snacks Available 7 p.m. Event Ends Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cuvier-clubs-copacabana-extravaganza-tickets-1278528275489?aff=ebdssbcategorybrowse Wedgewood Weddings on Instagram and Facebook