AIAP San Diego upcoming events

June Hike at Annie's Canyon via La Orilla Trail (21-Jun-2026)

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:30:00 GMT

AIAP’s June 2026 Hike

Annie's Canyon Trail

Sunday June 21, 2026

The AIAP hike for this month will be Annie's Canyon via La Orilla Trail. More information about the trail here.

Meeting Time & Location:

We meet at the trailhead at 7:15 AM and start promptly at 7:30 AM.

Hike Details:

The Annie's Canyon Trail is moderate, starts out flat and soon turns into loose sand and uneven ground. It ends in the slot canyon, which is named for its narrow, tight sections.

Hikers will reach ladder-style stairs within the slot canyon that help with steep climbs, along with wooden-plank stairs on the switchback path. At some spots, scrambling is needed. Visitors can also go into a small mushroom cave within the slot canyon.

When hikers reach the canyon's top, they come to a lookout platform with wide views of the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and the far Pacific Ocean. It's a great spot to stop and enjoy the beauty of the area.

Important Reminders:
Please bring enough water, breakfast to share, a personal cup of tea, water and wear comfortable hiking boots.

Note: AIAP does not assume any responsibility for the safety and security of hikers, and shall not be held liable for any accident, injury, loss of property or damages as a result of joining the hiking event set up by AIAP. All hikers join the hiking events at their free will and assume all the accidental dangers of a hiking event, and shall not hold AIAP liable for any bodily, financial, or property damages.

June General Meeting - 2026 (24-Jun-2026)

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Time: 6:30 - 9:00 pm

Location: Sufi Mediterranean Restaurant, 5915 Balboa Ave, SD, CA 92111

The event is free but registration required

Short Presenter: Mr. Jamshid Maramkhah

Topic: Introduction to Balaban (بالابان) and a Live Musical Performance

About Presenter:

Mr. Jamshid Maramkhah is a musicologist who is born and raised in Iran and immigrated to US in 2014. He studied music at Tehran University with emphasis on ethnomusicology. He plays numerous folks wind instruments from various part of Iran.

Main Presenter: Mr. Hedi (Hedayat) Jafari

Topic: Sole Proprietor, LLC or Corporation? Exploring the Right Fit for Your Business

Mr. Jafari will discuss the key differences between operating as self-employed individual versus forming an LLC or a corporation. The presentation will cover the structure of each business entity, along with their advantages, disadvantages, and tax implications. Attendees will gain practical insights to help them evaluate which business structure may be most appropriate for their circumstances. The presentation and Q&A session will last approximately an hour.

About Presenter:

Mr. Jafari holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Iowa and a Master’s degree in Economics from Uppsala University in Sweden. He has more than 25 years of experience as a financial manager and budget analyst at UC San Diego. Mr. Jafari has been licensed as an Enrolled Agent and authorized to practice before the IRS since 2000.

Language: Farsi

Yoga in Nature - June (26-Jun-2026)

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Yoga in Nature | For the Iranian Community ‍♀️

A gentle outdoor yoga session designed to relax the body and calm the mind.

In this class, through slow stretching movements, mindful breathing, and being present in the moment, we give the body a chance to release tension and restore its energy.

This class is suitable for all ages and all levels, and no previous yoga experience is required.

Location: 12709 Corte Rayito, Poway, CA 92064

Date: Friday, June 26, 6:30 - 7:30 PM

Led and instructed by Ms. Hasti Azimi.

Important notes:

Event is donation based but RSVP is required for all attendees.
RSVP by Thursday, June 25th.
Maximum class capacity is 20.
Please bring your yoga mat, comfortable clothing, and water.