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Step into an evening of mystery, connection, and a touch of intrigue at the Masquerade Mixer by Amador Matchmaking — a night where authentic chemistry meets playful disguise. What to Expect: Curated Match Experience: Before the event, you’ll complete a short matchmaking questionnaire. When you arrive, you’ll receive a list of your top matches — but here’s the twist: everyone will be in masquerade masks, and it’s up to you to find them! Professional Matchmakers Onsite: Meet Lisa Amador and Anna Sundquist, professional matchmakers dedicated to sparking introductions and creating a fun, welcoming atmosphere. Delicious Details: Enjoy lite bites prepared by Chef Michael Amador, beverages, and music by DJ Darsonval as you mingle and explore the night’s surprises. Dress Code: Cocktail attire recommended; masquerade optional — elegant masks will be provided for all guests. This event attracts an upbeat, professional crowd of singles in their late 20s through 40s — primarily straight, but inclusive of all gender identities and orientations seeking authentic connection. Profile Registration Required - Link sent after purchase of ticket. Space is limited to maintain a balanced, intimate experience. Secure your chance to meet your match by creating a profile curated explicitly for this event. For more information and tickets, visit https://amador-masquerade.eventbrite.com

'Tis the season for jingling and barking all the way with San Diego’s favorite feel-good holiday tradition, the Gaslamp Quarter Holiday Pet Parade and Pups in the Pub Party! Returning Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, this beloved community celebration highlights dogs, cats, and even more unique pets as the Gaslamp “decks the paws” for a howl-iday to remember. The Parade Check-in begins at 11 a.m. under the iconic Gaslamp Quarter Archway, where participants can also register their pets for the judging contest. A panel of experts will award prizes in categories like Best Christmas Spirit, Best Matching Costumes, and the coveted Best in Show. At 1 p.m., the parade sets off beneath the Archway, weaving through the historic Gaslamp Quarter with festive live music, cheering onlookers, and plenty of holiday spirit. Expect to see Santa Paws, dazzling costumes, and even pets dressed as your favorite movie characters in fur-form! Pups in the Pub Party After the parade, keep the tails wagging at the Pups in the Pub Party from 2–4 p.m. at the Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter. Guests will enjoy craft beer, live music, boutique shopping, games for pups and people, photo ops, and complimentary goody bags. $30 Registration Includes: • Parade entry • A festive photo op trail • Complimentary goodie bag • Admission to the Pups in the Pub After Party • Opportunity to win “paw-mazing” awards Spots are limited, so don’t miss out! Register today to guarantee your pet’s place in the parade. Register now

From 400-year-old globes to cosmic funeral shrouds, how the Osher Map Library in Maine shows people that maps aren't just for navigation — but windows into history, culture, and how we see the world.

Burger Bass - A themed Christmas cosplay rave! *All forms of Cosplay heavily encouraged! (any character, any genre) Night 1 of Comic-Con - Located a short drive from the San Diego Convention Center. Open to the public You do NOT need to have a Comic-Con badge to enter. This is a separately ticketed event. 21+ with valid ID *This is a parody themed independent event. Not affiliated with Comic Con, any television show or production company. DJ lineup: (Spinning House, Deep Tech, Minimal, UKG and possibly anything in between.) - TECHNO TUPAC (Dirty Bird, Insomniac, Rules Don't Apply, South of Saturn) - MALCOLM BROWN (CRSSD Fest '23 / Desert Hearts Fest '25) - SHOW SHONNA (Afternoon Umbrella Friends) - HARRISON HEIGHTS (Deep Tech Recordings) - ROBERT DOWNLOAD JR

President Trump and several others now high up in his second administration have been talking about using the National Guard to help with mass deportations — and possibly invoking the Insurrection Act — for years. Now, those plans might be playing out.

Efforts to close the gap between boys and girls in STEM classes are picking up after losing steam nationwide during the chaos of the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools have extensive work ahead to make up for the ground girls lost, in both interest and performance.

Waymo is issuing a software recall for its self-driving cars after reports the company's autonomous vehicles failed to stop for school buses.

Start Friday with a midcentury morning at Mingei. Enjoy coffee and pastries while watching short films created by Charles and Ray Eames, pioneers of modern design. Their playful and inventive films reveal the curiosity and creativity behind their work, offering a glimpse into the ideas that shaped midcentury design. Following the films, visit Inside the Design Center to view works by the duo. Five short films will be shown, with a combined runtime of about 40 minutes. Screened by permission © Eames Office, LLC (eamesoffice.com). All rights reserved Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

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As people living with dementia progress in their journey and lose the ability to use words, caregivers can discover new ways to communicate effectively in any stage of the disease. Learn how dementia affects communication, how person-centered approaches can improve communication and much more. Visit: https://www.alz.org/sandiego Alzheimer's Association on Facebook / Instagram