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3-day event - featuring a vibrant array of folk and traditional performances, arts and cultural exhibitions, lion dances, firecrackers ... Featuring: - Eating & Drinking Contests: Pho eating contest, bubble milk tea drinking contest, dumpling wrapping contest, and featuring Bún Bò Huế eating contest-- one of Vietnam’s most flavorful and spicy noodle soups. - Lion Dance Extravaganza: featuring lion and dragon dance performances multiple times each day - Diverse Culinary Experiences: featuring many food vendors with a variety of flavors from Korea, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, China, Taiwan, and the Philippines. - Family-Friendly Fun: family fun activities for all ages, including free lucky red envelopes, wish-making trees, new year oracle reading, arts, crafts, and carnival games. - Immersive Cultural Village: featuring re-enactment of the Asian village lifestyle with highlander's house, a floating village, cultural market, bamboo huts, etc. - Children's Art Murals: In collaboration with Hoover High School Art students, children will have the opportunity to contribute to the creation of three vibrant murals. This community art project will celebrate creativity and cultural expression, allowing young artists to leave their mark on the festival. The Lunar New Year is an important Asian holiday that has been celebrated for thousands of years throughout the world, especially in Asia. 2026 marks the 16th annual San Diego Lunar New Year Festival. This three-day event will feature a vibrant array of folk and traditional performances, arts and cultural exhibitions, lion dances, firecrackers, and numerous family-friendly activities. A highlight of the festival will be the Cultural Village, which aims to recreate the traditional villager lifestyle of Southeastern Asia. Most importantly, this inclusive and festive event is open to the public and free of charge. Visit: https://www.sdlunarnewyearfestival.com/

S&S Friendly Ranch began in the 1980s when two siblings set out to build a life in San Diego. Today, their granddaughters and a close friend are carrying that dream forward.

The competition began with 78 spellers in the crowded gymnasium at the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA in San Diego. By the end of round two, 36 spellers remained. At the end of round three, just 17 were left.

A new law gives California school district boards their first opportunity for a major pay raise in more than 40 years. Boards throughout the region are taking that opportunity, but not without pushback.

Most Americans disapprove of President Trump's handling of Iran, and a majority sees Iran as either only a minor threat or no threat at all, an NPR/PBS News/Marist poll finds.

Organization Systems International (OSI), a San Diego-based company specializing in science-based leadership and management talent solutions, will host a two-day, in-person business simulation experience January 21-22, 2026, at the UCSD Rady School of Management in San Diego. The $2 Billion Challenge Leadership Experience will give participants the opportunity to take control of Paper Nation—a global pulp and paper manufacturer—and compete to lead the company through six simulated years of growth. Emerging and mid-level leaders, HR and Learning & Development professionals, C-suite leaders seeking a fresh perspective, and multi-generational teams looking to enhance collaboration are invited to join us for the opportunity to experience: - High-stakes decision-making without the real-world risk - Strategic thinking as you navigate a shifting marketplace - Financial gameplay using P&Ls, balance sheets and ROI - Rapid rounds of action plus feedback The event will feature two engaging days of fun and learning led by Bruce Griffiths, OSI President, and Rick Morales, Senior Consultant. For registration details and more information visit https://orgsysint.com/2-billion-challenge-a-leadership-experience/.

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world's largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You'll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/Halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. We truly have something weird for everyone at our shows. All items you see at our shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of our curated vendors, we host sideshow performers on stage all throughout the day and the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo. The O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. We pride ourselves in being a completely "DIY" run show from start to finish. We find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. We are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. We are a one of a kind event and the first to do what we specialize in. We take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way. Kids 12 and under are free and DO NOT NEED A TICKET. No refunds. No class ticket refunds. Visit: https://www.showpass.com/san-diego-oddities-curiosities-expo-2026/ Oddities & Curiosities Expo on Instagram and Facebook

Join Rady School of Management for a timely, executive-level conversation on The Impact of Generative AI on Business, designed for leaders navigating rapid technological change. This session cuts through the hype to explore how generative AI is reshaping strategy, productivity, and data-driven decision-making—while highlighting real risks and emerging opportunities leaders need to understand now. Grounded in research and real-world business examples, attendees will leave with practical insights they can immediately apply within their organizations. Designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, and UC San Diego alumni, this open-enrollment series is a space to connect, learn, and lead with the region’s top thinkers and innovators. Visit: https://rady.ucsd.edu/partner-with-rady/rady-exchange/index.html UC San Diego Rady School of Management on Instagram and Facebook

Join us this Saturday, January 10, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. for a welcoming and engaging panel discussion inspired by our current exhibition, "Fragmentos Del Barrio," which features the work of Ramses Noriega. The panel will feature artist Ramses Noriega, curator Rafael Barrientos, CPMCC founder Josie Talamantez, and Professor Denise Lugo. This conversation provides an opportunity to connect more deeply with the art and the people behind it. We look forward to seeing you there! ___________________________________________________________________________ Acompáñanos este sábado, 10 de enero, de 1 p.m. a 4 p.m., a una mesa redonda acogedora y dinámica, inspirada en nuestra exposición actual, "Fragmentos Del Barrio," que presenta el trabajo de Ramses Noriega. El panel contará con la participación del artista Ramses Noriega, el curador Rafael Barrientos, la fundadora de CPMCC Josie Talamantez, y la profesora Denise Lugo. Esta conversación ofrece la oportunidad de conectar más profundamente con el arte y con las personas detrás de él. ¡Esperamos verte ahí! Chicano Park Museum & Cultural Center on Instagram

Enjoy the best sightseeing on the San Diego Bay—with a professionally narrated tour with San Diego Whale & Dolphin Watching Adventure. Join us on the water for one of the most immersive ways to view San Diego's wildlife, as we search for Gray Whales (winter), Blue Whales (summer), Minke Whales, Fin Whales, dolphins, sea lions, marine birds, and much more! City Cruises is one of the best things to do with kids and families in San Diego, and offers one of the city’s most captivating whale-watching adventures. As we cruise, we’ll see up-close views of the bay's wildlife as well as iconic landmarks from a new perspective. Onboard, our staff will provide live narration and details about the aquatic life and landmarks we pass for a truly memorable experience. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to capture all the sights in photos and video. About this Experience Duration 3.5 hours (Winter) 4 hours (Summer) Whale Watching Cruise on the San Diego Bay Onboard Narration by the San Diego Natural History Museum Spectacular views of whales, dolphins, sea lions and marine birds Food, beverage, and cocktail service available Dress Code: sightseeing casual attire Extras & Upgrades Food and beverage are available for purchase onboard Additional Info Up-close views and educational moments by expert captains and volunteer naturalists from the San Diego Natural History Museum We recommend warm attire, including a coat. The whale-watching vessel cruises in the open ocean. Our yacht is the most comfortable yacht in San Diego, due to stabilizers that greatly reduce the yacht's motion. Click here for Helpful hints for whale watching and frequently asked questions. If some type of whale is not sighted on your whale-watching cruise, you will receive a pass good to return for a Whale-Watching Cruise or Harbor Cruise from City Cruises San Diego. City Cruises offers the most stable whale-watching cruise during the summer migration, as the only cruise company to operate tours on a large vessel during this timeframe. For information on a City Experiences annual pass, click here. Schedule: Winter Whale & Dolphin Watching Adventure Cruises through April 12, 2026 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday, & Monday only) Board: 9:15 a.m. Cruise: 9:30am - 1 p.m. Cruise times may slightly vary Where to Meet: Pier Two 970 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego Harbor Dr at Broadway St. Next to the USS Midway Museum Access to these outer decks is by stairs only.