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NOTE: The reception will take place on Saturday, January 17 at 7 p.m.(not Friday at 6:30 p.m. as previously noted). A Multi-Sensory Exhibition Curated by journalist and Emmy-nominated host Anissa Ocansey "EFORI" is a multi-sensory art exhibition exploring the profound relationship between scent and human perception. Rooted in both scientific inquiry and cultural frameworks, the exhibition examines olfaction as a powerful repository of memory, identity, and interpretation. Through carefully composed sensory environments, "EFORI" invites viewers to consider how smell shapes the way we experience, recall, and understand the world around us. The exhibition features original scents created from ethically sourced botanicals, each paired with three to four visual accompaniments. These include paintings, interactive installations, and digital media works that respond to and amplify the emotional and conceptual qualities of each scent. By pairing curated fragrances with corresponding visual elements, "EFORI" presents the macrocosm alongside the microcosm—moving between the intimate and the expansive, the scientific and the poetic. Visitor engagement is central to the exhibition experience. Guests are invited to interact with scent samplers, access QR-code–triggered audio reflections, and contribute to an interactive reflection wall. A micro gift shop will also be available, offering limited-edition scents developed specifically for the exhibition. Together, these elements create a layered sensory dialogue—one that foregrounds smell as both an interpretive lens and an artistic medium, revealing the subtle yet profound ways scent influences perception, emotion, and meaning. Validated parking is available in the LAZ garage for event attendees. Brokers Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

Understanding the key aspects of caregiving can help to ensure the delivery of person-centered care while managing your own emotional and physical well being. Learn how dementia changes relationships over time, the benefit of person-centered care approaches, how to create a supportive care team and steps to identify and manage caregiver stress. Alzheimer's Association San Diego/Imperial Chapter: Website / Facebook

Thursday, Jan. 8 at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of live music, poetry, spoken word, and performance in an intimate gallery setting. Join us at Brokers Gallery for Open Mic Night, an evening where creativity shines inside one of Downtown San Diego’s emerging cultural art spaces. Whether you’re a musician, poet, comedian, or performer of any kind, this is your stage. - approximately 8 minutes per performer Step into our intimate, artist-run space with deep roots in the downtown creative community — a room built by artists, for artists. Come share your voice, connect, and be part of a growing cultural scene. Validated parking is available in the LAZ garage for event attendees. Brokers Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

Alzheimer's and other dementias cause memory, thinking and behavior problems that interfere with daily living. Join us to learn how to recognize common signs of the disease; how to approach someone about memory concerns; the importance of early detection and benefits of a diagnosis; possible tests and assessments for the diagnostic process, and Alzheimer's Association resources. Alzheimer's Association San Diego/Imperial Chapter: Website / Facebook

Cinema Under The Stars Presents A Rob Reiner Retrospective Friday, Jan. 30, 2026 at 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026 at 8 p.m. “THE PRINCESS BRIDE” (1987. 98 min, PG) - Heroes. Giants. Villains. Wizards. Swordplay. Scaling the Cliffs of Insanity. Battling Rodents of Unusual Size. Facing Torture in the Pit of Despair. True Love has Never Been a Snap! Starring Robin Wright and Cary Elwes. More Information about Cinema Under The Stars: * Unique and intimate outdoor theater in Mission Hills. * Waterproof covering has been installed to keep you warm and dry all Winter. * “Zero Gravity” reclining seats, heaters and blankets provided. * Members - $17; Non-members - $18; Online - $20 * Online Reservations for members begin Monday at 9 a.m. * Online Reservations for non-members begin Tuesday at 9 a.m. * Box Office opens at 6 p.m. on movie nights. * Films begin at 8 p.m. with a vintage cartoon. * Popcorn, Candy, Hot and Cold Drinks are $3. * A Credit Card holds your seats when making reservations online, but only CASH, CHECKS, and VENMO are accepted at the Box Office as payment. * Reservations must be cancelled before 5 p.m. online, or by calling the box office before 6 p.m.

Cinema Under The Stars Presents A Rob Reiner Retrospective Cinema Under The Stars 4040 Goldfinch Street San Diego, CA 92103 (619) 295-4221 www.topspresents.com Friday, Jan. 16, 2026 at 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026 at 8 p.m. “MISERY” (1990. 107 min. R) - Rob Reiner delivers a white-knuckle, darkly humorous Hitchcockian chiller. An obsessed and entitled fan (Kathy Bates, in an Oscar-winning performance) “rescues “ her favorite novelist (James Caan) from a car crash — but holds him hostage when she learns his new book has killed off her favorite character! Let the battle of wits begin. More Information about Cinema Under The Stars: * Unique and intimate outdoor theater in Mission Hills. * Waterproof covering has been installed to keep you warm and dry all Winter. * “Zero Gravity” reclining seats, heaters and blankets provided. * Members - $17; Non-members - $18; Online - $20 * Online Reservations for members begin Monday at 9 a.m. * Online Reservations for non-members begin Tuesday at 9 a.m. * Box Office opens at 6 p.m. on movie nights. * Films begin at 8 p.m. with a vintage cartoon. * Popcorn, Candy, Hot and Cold Drinks are $3. * A Credit Card holds your seats when making reservations online, but only CASH, CHECKS, and VENMO are accepted at the Box Office as payment. * Reservations must be cancelled before 5 p.m. online, or by calling the box office before 6 p.m.

Cinema Under The Stars Presents A Rob Reiner Retrospective Cinema Under The Stars 4040 Goldfinch Street San Diego, CA 92103 (619) 295-4221 www.topspresents.com Cost: $17 - $20 All Ages Friday, Jan. 9, 2026 at 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 at 8 p.m. “WHEN HARRY MET SALLY” (1989. 95 min. R) - Can two friends sleep together and still love each other in the morning? Rob Reiner’s iconic romantic lark follows the protracted courtship of Harry (Billy Crystal) and Sally (Meg Ryan), two people whose lives intersect over the course of a decade. With Carrie Fisher. More Information about Cinema Under The Stars: * Unique and intimate outdoor theater in Mission Hills. * Waterproof covering has been installed to keep you warm and dry all Winter. * “Zero Gravity” reclining seats, heaters and blankets provided. * Members - $17; Non-members - $18; Online - $20 * Online Reservations for members begin Monday at 9 a.m. * Online Reservations for non-members begin Tuesday at 9 a.m. * Box Office opens at 6 p.m. on movie nights. * Films begin at 8 p.m. with a vintage cartoon. * Popcorn, Candy, Hot and Cold Drinks are $3. * A Credit Card holds your seats when making reservations online, but only CASH, CHECKS, and VENMO are accepted at the Box Office as payment. * Reservations must be cancelled before 5 p.m. online, or by calling the box office before 6 p.m

Film Screening followed with Q&A by the Director: "Children in the Fire" "Children in the Fire" is a documentary film that documents the devastating impact of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine on the country's youngest citizens. The film shares the deeply personal stories of eight resilient Ukrainian children - athletes, performers, and future public servants - who pursue their dreams across borders while carrying the weight of war. Visit: https://houseofukraine.org/event/children-in-the-fire/ This film screening is hosted by the House of Ukraine and Shield of Freedom. FREE EVENT. RSVP Required https://houseofukraine.org/event/children-in-the-fire/

Season passes are now available for the 2026 season of Songwriter Sanctuary, San Diego’s premier original music showcase hosted by SD Music Hall of Famer Jeff Berkley in partnership with Normal Heights United. Available in limited quantities through January 29, season passes offer patrons full access to every concert in the 2026 season, along with complimentary drink tickets and guest passes, while directly supporting fair pay for local artists and increased accessibility across the series. A San Diego Mainstay Opening with a 3rd anniversary celebration on Friday, January 30 featuring Eve Selis, Omo Cloud, and Lisa Sanders with Brown Sugar, the monthly series - known for its intimate listening room atmosphere and in-the-round format - continues to schedule an exciting and eclectic mix of homegrown talent. This includes three SD Music Hall of Fame inductees (Selis, Sanders, and Robin Henkel), Grammy winner Kevin Cooper, The Voice semifinalist Cedrice, multiple San Diego Music Award nominees and winners (including Whitney Shay, Riston Diggs, and Marie Haddad), and a strong lineup of rising San Diego artists such as Sumn Trop, The Dimes, and Jay Freed. It all takes place at Normal Heights United’s gorgeous and historic 125+ year old sanctuary – a space designed for sound and story to resonate. New in 2026 The 2026 season marks Songwriter Sanctuary’s first year operating as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Since late 2023, the series has been curated and promoted by two-time San Diego Music Award winner Lindsay White, who views the transition as a critical step toward long-term sustainability for both artists and audiences. “Becoming a nonprofit allows us to build the infrastructure needed to fairly compensate musicians and remove barriers for our community,” said White. “Season pass support is one of the most direct ways people can help make that possible.” The impact of the transition is already visible. Since receiving its IRS determination letter, Songwriter Sanctuary has secured funding to provide ASL interpretation for multiple concerts throughout the 2026 season, including the January opener. Previously, ASL services were limited to a single Disability Pride showcase in 2025. “Our goal is to make accessibility and living wages the rule, not the exception,” White added. “Season passes and community partnerships help turn that goal into something tangible.” Collaboration is Key This year, collaboration will be a defining feature of the series. The 2026 season includes partner showcases with Raspberry Management for June’s LGBTQ+ Pride celebration, Listen Local Radio for an August Ramona road show, and Board Member and San Diego Music Award nominee Julia Sage for September’s Hispanic Heritage Month showcase. The season will conclude with a holiday extravaganza in collaboration with Writers Round San Diego, Songwriter Sanctuary’s sister organization. “One of the things that sets San Diego’s music scene apart is how deeply connected it is,” said White. “This season is all about co-creating meaningful live music experiences with people who are genuinely invested in lifting up local artists in tangible ways.” Season Passes and Single Day Tickets A limited number of season passes are available through January 29. Pass holders receive entry to all 2026 concerts, complimentary drink tickets, guest passes, and the opportunity to directly support local musicians and expanded accessibility efforts. For season passes, tickets, and the full 2026 schedule, visit songwritersanctuary-sd.com 2026 Lineup (Subject to Change) https://www.youtube.com/shorts/JrvS1pYykOA additional ASL offerings will be added - please continue to check schedule as interpreters are secured Jan 30 - ASL provided! Third anniversary show! - Eve Selis - Lisa Sanders w/ Brown Sugar - Omo Cloud Feb 27 Celebrating Black History Month! - Kevin Cooper - Riston Diggs - Cedrice Mar 27 Celebrating Women’s History Month! - Baby Bushka Takeover - Original Songs from BB Members! - Nancy Ross - Marie Haddad - Heather Nation April 24 - Whitney Shay & Aaron Lind - Jay Freed - Robin Henkel May 29 - Tim Flannery - Jackson Wagner - Gayle Skidmore June 26 Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride! Presented by Raspberry Management - The Dimes - Saint Misty - Daddy July 31 - ASL provided! Celebrating Disability Pride! - Sumn Trop - Jay Walkr - Claire King Aug 28 - Ramona Edition! Songwriter Sanctuary Collab with Listen Local Radio, venue to be announced! (No Show at Normal Heights!) Season pass holder passes will be honored at this show - Nate Donnis - The Beard and The Bird - Haywire September 25 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! Presented by Julia Sage - Stanton Street Duo - Nathan & Jessie - Juan Carlos Castellon Oct 30 - Samantha Franz - Ms. Connie - Deidre Dec 4 - Holiday Extravaganza Writers Round SD Collab! - Isaac Cheong - Lilia Rose - KISUI - Calabio Twins - John and Eileen Schnarr - Ryan Sheker - Danielle Angeloni - Omar Musisko For inquiries, media comps, or further information, please contact Lindsay White at lindsaywhite.music@gmail.com. To learn more about partnering with Songwriter Sanctuary, please visit songwritersanctuary-sd.com/about. Songwriter Sanctuary San Diego on Instagram

The Binational Race is more than just a run — it’s a celebration of unity, endurance, and cross-border friendship between San Diego and Tijuana. Now in its second edition, this race invites runners of all levels to join a truly historic experience. Whether you’re crossing the border on foot or running virtually from home, you’re part of a movement that breaks boundaries — one step at a time. Three Ways To Run - Half Marathon (13.1 mi) Start in San Diego, cross the border mid-race, and finish at the beach in Playas de Tijuana. - 10K Start and finish in Tijuana, running alongside half marathoners to the same finish line — no border crossing required. - Virtual Race Join from anywhere in the world. Same medal, same movement. The Binational Race on Facebook / Instagram