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Peg Leg Smith Liar’s Contest Since 1916 To Date Who Thomas Long Smith, miner, horse thief, Indian fighter, and notorious liar. Google him for details or YouTube for videos. What A 100 plus year old event, a perpetuation of prevarication, where participants at the event manufacture the truth or a lie about a real person, Thomas Long Smith, aka Peg Leg Smith, who allegedly found, then lost, a gold mine in the Borrego Valley back in the mid-1800’s. He existed. The mine is what is in question. Why Must be fun. It’s been held here in the Valley nearly every year, give or take a few world wars and related interferences……since 1916. Rules None. Just make up a lie about him, or not even him—most anything—that is interesting, logical, entertaining, relatively short (10 minutes or less). If it is good and you just show up and lie, you will receive a trophy (recycled) and a nice certificate good enough to frame. Pulled pork sandwiches, baked beans, coleslaw, and dessert are available from 5-6:30 p.m. for $12. For more details visit: https://www.gotoborregosprings.com/peg-leg-smith-liars-contest-march-7-2026-at-dusk

Artist Panel and Reception: Saturday, February 28, 4 - 7 p.m. Panel starts at 4:30 p.m. Art Gallery - FA 103 Free Parking Lot 1 Staff Spots On view Feb. 9 - March 5. This powerful intergenerational exhibition of Chicana portraiture brings together artists from Los Angeles and San Diego to explore identity, memory, activism, and healing through the human figure. Blending contemporary realities with ancestral memory, these figurative works honor matriarchal lineages, personal narratives, and an enduring commitment to social justice. Originally curated Sybil Venegas for Avenue 50 Studio in Los Angeles, this exhibition includes artists from different generations—Baby Boomers, Gen X and Millennials. The expanded presentation in San Diego includes local artists Marianela de la Hoz, Katie Ruiz, and Ale Ruiz Tostado, presenting their work alongside their Angeleno counterparts. Intrinsically connected to Mexico and the border, cultural influences are evident in these artists’ paintings, which align with the legacy of Chicano art while also paying tribute to long-standing Latin American traditions of magical realism and folk art. San Diego Mesa College Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

Just a few seats left! An intimate evening of music and impact in support of the TERI Campus of Life. A powerful benefit concert where music, storytelling, and purpose converge in an intimate setting at The Bornemann Theatre on the TERI Campus of Life. Featuring performances by Jason Mraz, Adin Boyer, Sara Jade, Matthew Phillips, and the TERI Band—an ensemble of neurodiverse artists from TERI programs—the evening invites guests into a shared space of artistry, connection, and community. With only 200 seats, every attendee is close to the music and the impact. All proceeds benefit the TERI Campus of Life, supporting individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities through inclusive arts and life-enriching programs for them and their families. Interested in becoming a sponsor and making a meaningful impact for artists of all abilities? Contact Danielle.Aguas@teriinc.org. The Bornemann on Facebook / Instagram

First, some local delegates are calling on Congress to help rein in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Then, drier and warmer conditions are on the way, following some record-breaking rainfall. We tell you if there’s a risk of wildfires. Also, there’s a renewed effort to suspend paid parking at Balboa Park. We also bring you an update regarding an immigrant surfer who was detained by ICE after wandering onto Camp Pendleton. Last but not least, an interview with a director stepping down after nearly a decade of work.

Missed the show live? You can still experience "Dead Moose" through our limited-time streaming presentation! Watch this bold world premiere musical from home from February 24 –March 1, 2026. Once you purchase a ticket, you’ll receive a private streaming link and password so you can settle in, press play, and experience the show from home. "Dead Moose" tells the story of Job, an eighteen-year-old who miraculously survives a car accident with a moose. Returning home from the hospital, he begins to reassess his life in a series of non-linear vignettes — grappling with questions of death, fate, and religion. All the while, the nagging voice of the dead moose lingers in his head, pushing and provoking him at every turn. Originally conceived by writer/composer Tafolla while attending AMDA Los Angeles, "Dead Moose" first introduced audiences to its songs in 2018 at Republic of Pie in Los Angeles. A concert reading was later staged in January 2025 at the City Heights Performance Annex in San Diego, directed by Tafolla and produced by Kevin “Blax” Burroughs. Content Disclaimer: "Dead Moose" is not recommended for audiences under the age of 14. Content includes themes of suicide, abuse, death, religious trauma, body shaming, homophobia and racism. This production contains flashing lights and projections, haze and loud music. Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram

Hosted in partnership with the San Diego Bird Festival, this special Nat Talk features keynote speaker Dexter Patterson, birder, storyteller, educator, and co-founder of the BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin. Also known as the Wisco Birder, Dexter Patterson is passionate about making birdwatching inclusive for everyone. His lively "You Ready? Let's Go!" videos showcase his discoveries of various bird species and have earned millions of views online. As an educator, photographer, writer, and co-founder of the BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin, Dexter is committed to demonstrating that birding is accessible to all. His goal is to promote inclusivity and help people connect with nature's beauty through Bird Joy. He also co-hosts the Bird Joy Podcast and is the author of Birds of the Great Lakes (Timber Press/Hachette, 2025), a birding field guide that blends birding, storytelling, and community. Through his work, he encourages a new generation of birdwatchers to explore the outdoors and appreciate the diverse life around them. Tickets for this special keynote presentation are $32 for members and $35 non-members. Tickets to attend virtually can be purchased here. Dexter Patterson on Facebook / Instagram

New music by San Diego jazz bassist and prolific composer Doug Walker, featuring local jazz heroes David Borgo (saxophone), Victor Baker (guitar), Tobin Chodos (piano), and Kevin Higuchi (drums). Doug Walker on Facebook

ArtReach San Diego’s After School Art Classes provide students with an inspiring, professional studio experience. Voted Best Art Classes for Kids in San Diego Magazine’s Best of 2025, our 6-week programs cultivate creative confidence, social-emotional growth, and technical skills through hands-on projects led by practicing artists. In this 2D Media class, students will explore collage, drawing, and printmaking while experimenting with texture, pattern, and layered materials. Through project-based learning and revision, they strengthen creative problem-solving skills and develop their personal artistic voice, culminating in a final showcase where they share their work and creative process with family and peers. ArtReach San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

ArtReach San Diego’s After School Art Classes provide students with an inspiring, professional studio experience. Voted Best Art Classes for Kids in San Diego Magazine’s Best of 2025, our 6-week programs cultivate creative confidence, social-emotional growth, and technical skills through hands-on projects led by practicing artists. In our Painting class, students will learn the fundamentals of color mixing, brushwork, and composition while experimenting with a variety of painting mediums, including acrylic, watercolor, and tempera. Through sequential projects, they build and refine their techniques, explore personal expression and visual storytelling, and present their completed work in a final showcase for family and peers. ArtReach San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

The latest changes to federal student loans has left many borrowers confused. We talk about what you need to know. Then, what it means to look at student debt as a civil rights issue.