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SUMMARY:La Jolla Playhouse: WOW Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:La Jolla Playhouse’s celebrated annual WOW Festival is a four-day celebration of immersive\, interactive and surprising art experiences from local\, national and international artists. This is theatre – without walls.\n\n\n\n\nFrom April 23 – 26\, discover more than 20 new works including free and paid events with fun for the whole family. WOW Festival is presented in partnership with UC San Diego and takes over locations around the campus in La Jolla.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/la-jolla-playhouse-wow-festival-2026/
LOCATION:UC San Diego\, 9500 Gilman Drive\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:StartupSD Last Fridays Co-Working Day Presented by Downtown Works
DESCRIPTION:NEW – Deep Dive Sessions @ Last Fridays \nMost startup events end when the speaker leaves. Deep Dive Sessions don’t. After a focused talk\, the room shifts into open co-working – and the speaker stays. You can apply what you just learned solo\, workshop it with peers\, or book a 1:1 strategy session with the expert directly. \nDeep Dive Format:\n– Deep Dive Session | Expert Talk (only 10 spots available) 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM \n– Application | Co-Work & Apply 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM \n– Strategy | 1:1 Strategy Session w/ Expert (3 spots available – book at checkout) 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/startupsd-last-fridays-co-working-day-presented-by-downtown-works/
LOCATION:Downtown Works – Coworking Office Space Little Italy\, 550 W B St 4th Floor\, San Diego\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coworking,Entrepreneurs,Startups & Founders
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SUMMARY:Creative Mornings: Aladrian Goods on Ember
DESCRIPTION:Aladrian Goods is a designer\, communicator\, community builder\, and connector. She spent over a decade shaping experiences at companies like Intuit and Yahoo — crafting the words and flows that millions of people moved through every day. But somewhere along the way\, she started asking a different question: what would it look like to design for genuine human connection? That question led her out of tech and into community\, where she founded For The Goods — a creative studio dedicated to producing people’s best days through intention\, integrity\, empathy\, and energy — and partnered with Future Is Color Studios in Barrio Logan to build something slower\, more intentional\, and more real. Her flagship experience\, the Listening Room\, gathers people around music and asks them to show up fully — with presence\, openness\, and care for the person next to them. She’s guided by the belief that how we listen improves how we connect.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/creative-mornings-aladrian-goods-on-ember/
LOCATION:Fleet Science Center\, 1875 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T101000
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SUMMARY:The Group-Encinitas: Feel Good Friday
DESCRIPTION:Join Us
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/the-group-encinitas-feel-good-friday/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:GoodOnya Restaurant\, 1051 S Coast Hwy 101\, Encinitas\, CA\, 92024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:co routine("Communal")
DESCRIPTION:​Join other developers for casual co-working. Bring your 💻 laptop\, a project\, idea\, or questions about software\, and a thirst for ☕ coffee! \n​Plugs might be hard to come by\, so make sure you charge your laptop before you come! \n​We host many types of meetups. This one in particular\, is great for meeting new faces and picking each others brains for ideas / help on a problem. \n​We welcome people of all ages\, backgrounds and skill levels! We just ask you remain respectful and considerate of peoples time. \n​You can find more information about our community at devx.network.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/co-routinecommunal/
LOCATION:Communal\, 602 S Tremont St Suite 100\, Oceanside\, CA\, 92054\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coworking,Engineering & Developers
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SUMMARY:Bright Business Accelerator powered by Aquillius Institute - Discovery Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Conductor’s Call: Transition from Scientist to CEO \nJoin us every fourth Friday (11:00 AM – 12:30 PM) at the Aquillius Institute. \nMost accelerators promise speed. Bright Business Accelerator promises control. \nIn the heart of San Diego\, a new kind of community is forming. We aren’t here to teach you how to “pitch for pennies” or follow the high-pressure\, equity-stripping models of traditional accelerators. We are here to help you build a scalable Business Operating System (BOS) that functions whether you are in the room or not. \nThe Vision: From Technical Expert to Business Orchestrator \nIf you are a scientist\, an IT specialist\, or a traditional business owner\, you possess deep technical excellence. However\, being the “smartest person in the lab” often leads to the Technician’s Trap—where you are the most exhausted person in your own company. \nThe Bright Business Accelerator\, powered by Aquillius\, is designed to move you from the orchestra pit to the conductor’s podium. You don’t need to be a professional accountant or a veteran attorney; you need to know how to orchestrate them to build a business that is documented\, designable\, and delegable. \nWhy We Are Different \nWhile other programs focus on “the hustle\,” we focus on Engine Engineering. \n• No “Pitching for Investors” Focus: We don’t just prepare you to ask for money. We prepare you to control the growth process and the negotiation\, so when you do meet investors\, you speak from a position of systemic strength\, not desperation. \n• Hands-On Evaluation: We skip the “high-level” fluff. We go deep into the critical aspects that increase your Business Valuation and founder confidence. \n• The BBOS™ Curriculum: Over 10 weeks starting this September\, we install a cohesive operating system covering: \n1. Inner Leadership: Upgrading the “Driver” (you) to handle the “Vehicle” (the business). \n2. Expert Integration: Each session features a “Crew” of vetted professionals—from Business Attorneys and CPAs to Marketing Strategists—who teach you the hard skills needed to delegate with precision. \n3. The 55 Pitch: Mastering the 5-slide\, 5-minute clarity that opens doors with partners and customers alike. \n4. Bright Accountability System™ \nJoin the Pre-Launch Community (April – August) \nBefore our formal 10-week cohort rolls out in September\, we are opening our doors for in-person discovery meetings. These 90-minute sessions are designed to build a pragmatic ecosystem of technology experts\, scientists\, fractional executives\, and sponsors. \nAre you ready to stop “grinding” and start building? \nWhether you have a groundbreaking lab discovery or a traditional business looking for a modern edge\, come share your feedback and join a community that values pragmatism over hype. \nNext Meeting: Fourth Friday of the Month \nTime: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nLocation: Aquillius Institute \nBuild the system. Own the growth. Join the Crew.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/bright-business-accelerator-powered-by-aquillius-institute-discovery-meeting/
LOCATION:Aquillius\, 10918 Technology Place\, San Diego\, CA\, 92127\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accelerator,Business & Professionals
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SUMMARY:Inside Dual-Use Technology Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Join The FORGE for a high-impact lunch and learn as we deconstruct the future of dual technology. Are you ready? \n\n\n\n\nDual-Use Tech: The New Era of Defense Innovation \nThe “traditional” way of doing business with the government has just changed. With the Department of War’s recent acquisition reforms\, the barrier between commercial brilliance and national security has never been thinner. We’re bringing together the founders building the tech\, the VCs funding the mission\, and the government leaders rewriting the rulebook. \nThe Panel \n\nJinendra Ranka | Associate. Dean for Research\, SCIDS\nDan Magy | Founder & CEO\, Firestorm Labs\nJake Windle | Partner\, Harpoon VC\nSteve Kiser | General Partner\, Veteran Ventures Capital\nDenese Cordaro | Professor\, Warfighter Acquisition University\n\nWhy Attend? \n\nBridge the Gap: Learn how to build products that serve both commercial markets and the warfighter.\nDecipher the Reform: Understand exactly how the DoW’s acquisition changes impact startups and researchers.\nFollow the Capital: Get the VC perspective on why the dual-use sector is the most resilient in today’s economy.\nNetwork: Connect with the region’s top defense tech innovators\, faculty\, and industry leaders.\n\nWho Should Join? \nWhether you’re a researcher with a patentable breakthrough\, a student looking to enter the defense-tech space\, or an industry veteran pivoting to the new acquisition model\, this conversation is for you. \nThe Details \nDate: April 24\, 2026 \nTime: 11:15 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Panel 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) \nLocation: UC San Diego Design & Innovation Building\, Room 208 \nLunch: Provided for all registered attendees. \nSpace is limited. Secure your seat at the front line of innovation. \n\n\n\n\nDirections to the Design & Innovation Building \nThe event is located on the second floor (room 208) of the Design and Innovation Building (DIB). The entrances are located across from the Structural Materials and Engineering building or next to the UC San Diego Central Campus Station bus and trolley stop. \n———————— \nMTS Trolley \nThe easiest way to get to the DIB is by taking the MTS trolley UC San Diego Blue Line and getting off at the UC San Diego Central Campus stop. The trolley stop is a short 1 minute walk to the DIB. \nParking \nPublic transportation is highly recommended as parking is limited on campus. If you plan to drive to campus\, please give yourself plenty of time. You can download the ParkMobile app to pay for your space digitally once you find a spot. \n\nP510 – Pay and Display\, Northside of the DIB *closest to the DIB*\nGilman Parking Structure\, Southwest side of the DIB
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/inside-dual-use-technology-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:Design & Innovation Building\, Room 208\, 9510 Innovation Lane\, San Diego\, CA\, 92093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Research,Startups & Founders
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] EE Business Networking @Lunch (free!)
DESCRIPTION:Why go it alone? It only takes one person to change our lives personally or professionally. Who will you meet today at “EE“? See additional info and direct links below… \nExceptional Entrepreneurs is one of the USA’s largest business networking organizations – and one of the best values in business networking. At EE: \n\nThere is no membership required.\nThere is no attendance requirement.\nThere is no business profession or category exclusivity.\n\nALL business professions are welcome to attend! \nMeeting Agenda: \n\nFirst 30 minutes: check-in & breakout rooms open.\nRemaining 60 minutes: structured agenda with everyone in main room\, including introductions by participants + more!\n\nWhile meetings end on time (for those who need to go)\, we also open breakout rooms again for those wanting to meet with other attendees afterwards (at least 30 minutes\, usually longer.. fyi). \nInterested in being the featured speaker for this event? Information and registration is at:\nhttp://EEspeaker.com \nInfo to join this EE business networking meeting:\n#######################################\nhttp://nroi.us/eeonline\n(the shortlink above will remain updated with the current Zoom link) \nPasscode: 7772021\n####################################### \n\nLimited to the first 100 participants.\nWe also cross-livestream through the EE FB Group. No participant limit on FB\, however it’s view-only mode. Please feel free to leave your contact info in the comments of the livestream when listening along:\nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/networkingeesd\n\nThe meetings (including chat) will be recorded to the cloud – and made available temporarily afterwards. Information on recordings will be provided to attendees on Zoom and Facebook.\nExceptional Entrepreneurs was founded November\, 2008 in San Diego\, California USA by David & Gina Demangos. Since then\, “EE” has become one of the USA’s largest business networking organizations\, due to the Demangos’ vision and leadership to provide “exceptional” opportunities for connecting local professionals. David Demangos is an eXp real estate agent in San Diego. For more information on David\, please see: Awesome San Diego Real Estate:\nhttp://www.awesomesandiegorealestate.com \n“Effective networking is a learned skill. Exceptional Entrepreneurs are highly trusted professionals who share ideas and know that in order to receive you must first be willing to give.” – David Demangos \nThank you for your continuing support of “EE”! See you at the next event.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/online-ee-business-networking-lunch-free/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business & Professionals,Entrepreneurs,Networking
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SUMMARY:Breaking into Design Student Panel
DESCRIPTION:​Are you feeling anxious about the future of design in an AI-driven tech industry? Not sure whether grad school is the move or how to land a job in today’s market? 🤔🤔 \nCome get your questions answered directly by UCSD students who’ve secured 2026 design internships\, worked at startups\, and gotten into grad school using the same resources available to you at school. \nJoin us Friday\, April 24th to ask your questions\, get real advice\, and see what’s possible for your own path. 🥰🥰🥳 \nDinner and snacks will be provided 🥪🧃 \nSpeakers coming soon and timeline will be posted in the next few days!!
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/breaking-into-design-student-panel/
LOCATION:Design and Innovation Building\, 9510 Innovation Ln\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Discussions
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