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We live among the sacred. We all have rituals, traditions, and daily pleasures that often go unnoticed. Many writers are burned out on trauma work or simply trying to digest the daily headlines. This writing class invites writers to slow down and turn their attention to the everyday beauty that surrounds them. Through brief readings, guided prompts, and quiet reflection, students will explore how ordinary moments can carry meaning, wonder, and reverence. The sacred is open to all of us, and this class welcomes writers of all backgrounds and belief systems. We will focus on short forms such as flash nonfiction, devotionals, odes, poems, and fragments, using concrete detail and careful attention rather than abstraction. By focusing on short works, we can finish several pieces in a short time. Sharing is always optional, and the emphasis is on attention, presence, and discovery rather than performance or productivity. By the end of the course, students will have completed multiple short drafts and will have renewed ways of noticing and honoring the sacred in daily life. Instructor: Rebecca Chamaa frequently celebrates the everyday in her writing and has contributed devotionals to Strength and Grace and spiritual reflections to Guideposts magazine. Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2026-02-25-writing-the-sacred-ordinary-with-rebecca-chamaa/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

In honor of the 2026 NFL Big Game, Hendo’s Barrel House is throwing a Big Game Watch Party on Sunday, February 8 with wall-to-wall TVs, a special game-day menu, drink and bucket promotions, and football squares with prizes! The party starts at 2:30 p.m., with 25+ TVs ensuring there's not a bad seat in the house, a buzzing game-day crowd, and nonstop action from kickoff to the final whistle, making it the ultimate spot to catch every big play! Guests can enjoy a game-day buffet featuring fan favorites like a Taco Station, Bacon Dogs, BBQ Ribs, Wings, Italian Sandwiches, and sides including Cheese Curds, Beans & Rice, and Salad. Drink specials include $6 house beers, bucket specials on select beers and canned cocktails, and $8 U4RIK Añejo "Touchdown" shots. Tickets are $40 for adults and $19 for kids 10 and under, with buffet access included in the ticket price. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hendos-big-game-party-tickets-1980589279852?aff=oddtdtcreator Hendo's Barrel House on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for an evening of deep rest, gentle reflection, and intentional sound. This Sound Bath + Guided Meditation is a grounding, immersive experience designed to help you slow down, soften the nervous system, and reconnect with your inner stillness. Through guided meditation and the soothing vibrations of quartz crystal singing bowls, you’ll be supported in releasing mental clutter, easing physical tension, and creating space for clarity and calm. The experience begins with a guided meditation, helping you settle into the body and breath. From there, you’ll be guided into a sound bath, where layers of resonant sound wash over you, encouraging deep relaxation and a meditative state. You are invited to simply lie down, get comfortable, and receive. What’s Included: Yoga beds, pillows, blankets, bolsters and eye masks provided for your comfort Water, tea Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Location: The Meditation Nook — 4710 Ruffner St, Suite C, San Diego, CA 92111 Free parking is available in the lot in front of The Meditation Nook and along Ruffner Street. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sound-bath-meditation-tickets-1980928041096 The Nook on Instagram and Facebook

Embrace calm and renewal this February with Zen Soul Balance and a group of talented sound artists and musicians for a 90-minute sound healing session inside the breathtaking St. Paul’s Cathedral in San Diego. Set against the cathedral’s stunning architecture and candlelit ambiance, this soulful wellness experience invites you to slow down, reset, and reconnect with yourself in community. Immerse yourself in the synergy of crystal singing bowls, gongs, didgeridoo, handpan, chimes, and the meditative sounds of our premier pianist as masterful artists guide you on a profoundly restorative journey. Cathedral of Light is more than a personal healing experience—it’s a call to community care. We’re hosting a donation drive to benefit Your Safe Place – the San Diego Family Justice Center, an organization dedicated to supporting survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, family violence, elder abuse, and human trafficking by providing confidential, comprehensive services to help individuals and families find safety and begin healing. Visit: https://www.zensoulbalance.com/all-events/cathedral-of-light-immersive-sound-healing/ St. Paul's Cathedral San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Come home to your desires for life and within your body. This intentional, curated evening is a gentle invitation to awaken your femininity through creativity, womb awareness, and embodied presence, while deepening your relationship with self. Together, we will explore the intersection of the sacral chakra, womb wisdom, desire, and creative expression in a safe, nourishing community, an experience created for you and you alone. This evening is a devotion to your inner feminine and includes ceremonial cacao and womb-nurturing tea, a nourishing gluten-free and dairy-free meal, sound healing, guided meditation, and supported journaling with creative project space. You will be deeply held throughout the experience to receive exactly what you are needing at this moment. In addition, you will take home thoughtfully crafted, premium herbal offerings to continue your grounding and integration, including handmade herbal epsom salt, an herbal-infused nourishing abdominal oil blend, and a custom herbal tea blend. Visit: https://www.womensholisticcare.com/workshops Mantra Sukha on Facebook / Instagram

WHAT: Bridal Bazaar – Bridal Expo & Wedding Show San Diego’s premier wedding expo and bridal show, the Bridal Bazaar is a one-stop destination for couples planning their dream wedding. This highly anticipated event brings together nearly 150 of San Diego’s top wedding professionals, offering everything needed to plan a grand celebration or intimate elopement—all under one roof. WHO: Engaged couples, brides, grooms, wedding parties, and San Diego’s leading wedding vendors, including experts in photography, videography, catering, floral design, décor, entertainment, invitations, coordination, and more. WHERE: Del Mar Fairgrounds WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026 check The Bridal Bazaar for times and info WHY: Meet hundreds of engaged couples actively seeking wedding vendors • Explore stunning wedding dresses, bridesmaid gowns, accessories, and premium men’s suits and tuxedos with custom tailoring • See live models showcasing the latest bridal and groom trends • Enjoy exclusive show-only discounts and exciting prize opportunities • Connect face-to-face with trusted wedding professionals • Over 90% of attending couples hire at least one vendor they meet at the show • Nearly 1 in 3 engaged couples in San Diego attends a Bridal Bazaar • 9 out of 10 exhibitors return year after year due to strong results and high attendance ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The Bridal Bazaar is more than a one-day event. Exhibitors receive a post-show lead list with attendee contact information, a listing on the Bridal Bazaar website, and the opportunity to build lasting relationships with San Diego’s busiest wedding professionals. TICKETS: FREE tickets available, $20 at the door DON’T MISS: San Diego’s ultimate bridal expo and wedding planning event—where dreams begin and love stories come to life. For tickets and more information, visit the Bridal Bazaar website. Bridal Bazaar on Facebook / Instagram

Note: Week 1 and 2 are sold out Gaslamp Urban Pickleball is making history as San Diego’s first-ever urban pickleball court, set right in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter in Downtown San Diego. From August 21 through September 25, 5th Avenue transforms every Thursday into a vibrant, open-air pickleball playground—complete with live DJs, street-style matches, a game day market, and paddle hour specials at nearby hotspots. Whether guests are seasoned pros or first-time players, everyone’s welcome to rally, vibe, and experience the energy of pickleball in downtown San Diego like never before. What to Expect: $25 to play Pre-register or walk-up day-of Bring your own gear or rent onsite (limited supply available) Weekly Spin to Win prizes with pickleball gear + gift cards to your favorite Gaslamp spots Registered players get access to exclusive drink specials at participating bars and restaurants

A former Afghan interpreter who fled the country in 2021 with his wife and five children is in the U.S. legally, attorney says.

Cinema Under The Stars presents "About Time" Friday, Feb. 13 at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14 at 8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. Cinema Under The Stars 4040 Goldfinch Street San Diego, CA 92103 (619) 295-422 www.topspresents.com Cost: $17, $18, $20 “ABOUT TIME” (2013. 124 min. R): Richard Curtis’s time-traveling fantasy with a sci-fi twist. When Tim (Domhnall Gleason) learns that all the men in his family can go back in time, he concentrates on using his newfound ability to improve his love life. Co-starring Rachel McAdams and Margot Robbie. Cinema Under the Stars is an intimate outdoor movie theater in Mission Hills with single and double zero-gravity reclining lounge chairs, sky-boxes and love seat cabanas. Heaters, pillows and blankets are provided. A vintage cartoon is shown before most films. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. Members may make phone reservations up to one week in advance. Online reservations for Members begin on Mondays at 9 a.m. Online reservations for Non-Members begin on Tuesdays at 9 a.m. The box office opens at 6 p.m, Fridays - Sundays. Admission Prices: Members - $17. Non-members (at the box office) - $18. Non-members (with online reservations) - $20. Annual Memberships - $125 (for two people). Pay with Cash, Checks, or Venmo. All concessions are $3.00 each Free popcorn for Members. Reservations must be cancelled by 5 p.m. online, or call the Cinema before 6 p.m. Come early to avoid a line. For more information, call (619) 295-4221, or visit the website (www.topspresents.com)

Morgan Neville's film is packed with access and celebrity voices, but avoids deeper questions about its subject.