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Everyone has a story to tell—what’s yours? The Storytellers of San Diego invite you to explore the art of sharing stories from your own life, your grandparents, your friends, or your imagination! Each workshop focuses on a different element of storytelling, helping you bring real experiences to life and connect with others through the power of story. Participants will have the chance to showcase their new skills at the San Diego Storytelling Festival on March 21, 2026. Registration is requested for the February 3 introductory session. All other sessions are walk-in, no registration. February 17: “Crafting Worlds with Words" with Mindy Donner Learn how to “show, not tell” and transport your listeners into the vivid and unforgettable world of your story through rich imagery and sensory detail. Mindy Donner folds her background in movement and puppetry arts into her storytelling repertoire, exploring myths, folktales and personal tales. She taught Learning Through the Arts at Cal State San Marcos for nine years, and produced original puppet plays for children and adults. She enjoys performing South of the Border Tales in Spanish and English with a musical partner. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/learn-art-storytelling-42673 Storytellers of San Diego on Facebook

Celebrate Chinatown as a vibrant community where Chinese art and performance continue to thrive in America, from historic opera theaters to the lively lion dances of Lunar New Year. Through these creative expressions, Chinatown has forged a distinctive identity that is both artistically rich and deeply connected to Chinese and American cultures. In this conversation, Nancy Yunhwa Rao, a distinguished professor of music at Rutgers University, will trace the fascinating history of Chinese opera theaters in North America, where stories of loyalty and passion captivated audiences across cultures since their beginnings in the mid-19th century. David Lei, a community leader and cultural advocate, will reflect on Chinatown’s enduring legacy as a close-knit, resilient and artistically dynamic community whose performing arts embody the spirit and creativity of Chinese America. UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy on Instagram

Join us for a collaborative event that features Soul Sunday hosted at MCASD. This is an all-ages, family friendly music event consisting of a live DJ set and the Soul Sunday band. Soul Sunday is an intimate concert event thoughtfully curated on a Sunday of every month in San Diego, and it showcases local neo-soul, funk, and jazz artists. They aim to give exposure and create a platform for local artists to showcase their talents while paying them to play instead of vice versa. This philosophy, coupled with supporting local non-profits, allows Soul Sunday to foster community and grow the diverse culture of our fine city. Visit: https://mcasd.org/events/soul-sunday-3-8 The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

A new Kenyan intelligence report said the Kenyans were recruited to fight for Russia in Ukraine after being misled with false promises of jobs in Russia before being sent to the front lines.

The sewing studio Sew Loka has championed slow and sustainable fashion since its founding in 2013. Then, Black Comix Day returns Valentine's Day weekend in celebration of Black artists and creators.

Join us for a once-in-a-century celebration at The San Diego Museum of Art! Experience a full day of unforgettable moments, hands-on art activities, family-friendly performances, gallery activations, and a cake tasting like no other. Whether you stay for an hour or immerse yourself all day, you’ll be part of the Museum’s biggest celebration yet. All venues will be free and open to the public on this day: SDMA: Extended hours | 10 a.m.–7 p.m. MOPA@SDMA: Regular hours | 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Special activations will transform The San Diego Museum of Art rotunda and galleries into hubs of inspiration, featuring a themed photo booth and activities throughout the day. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate 100 years of art, community, and creativity. The San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Fifth annual Valley Arts Festival! Spirit of the Valley: Kicha Nights, Coyote Dreams© A Celebration of a Luiseno Tribe, The San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians Valley Arts Festival (VAF) is an annual celebration honoring Oceanside’s first peoples—the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians, part of the Luiseño nation (Payómkawichum, “People of the West”). Now in its fifth year, VAF highlights over 10,000 years of indigenous history, culture, and contributions, while supporting community education and cultural enrichment. A portion of proceeds benefits the San Luis Rey Mission Indian Foundation. We can't wait to see you at the fifth annual Valley Arts Festival on November 8, 2025! VAF 2025 is sponsored in part by Visit Oceanside. Visit: https://visitoceanside.org/events/valley-arts-festival/ San Luis Rey Mission Indians on Instagram

In the lineage of jazz, Miles Davis, born 100 years ago, presents something of a paradox: He looms as large as anyone, but he means many things to many people.

Born in Finland and now based in New York, Olli Soikkeli is a master of Django-style Gypsy jazz, acclaimed for his swinging, lyrical playing on stages from Europe’s top jazz festivals to New York’s Town Hall, Birdland, and the Blue Note. Joining him is Italian-Brazilian seven-string virtuoso Cesar Garabini, a leading voice of Brazilian choro whose work has been featured at Jazz at Lincoln Center, the Museum of Modern Art, NPR, and NBC. Together, they bring two rich musical traditions into an intimate, spirited conversation that blends dazzling technique with deep, soulful groove. Visit: https://papermooneventspace.ticketspice.com/brazilian-chorinho-and-gypsy-jazz Olli Soikkeli on Instagram and Facebook Cesar Garabini on Instagram

Libraries are hubs for information, connection, and learning—and a material library is no different. In this talk, Kara West, a librarian managing the material library for one of the world’s largest architecture and design firms, will share how these unique libraries support designers and architects in exploring building materials—allowing them to see, touch, and understand their properties and applications. A selection of innovative and sustainable materials, including textiles, tiles, and solid surfaces, will be available to browse during the event. About Kara West Kara West is the Resource Librarian and a Senior Associate at Gensler San Diego, where she oversees the design library and serves on the firm’s core leadership team for Resource Directors. A champion of Gensler’s Product Sustainability (GPS) Standards, she leads firmwide training and oversees material vetting for flooring categories. Kara holds an M.A. in Library and Information Science from San José State University and a B.A. in Art History from UC Santa Cruz. Before joining Gensler, she spent 15 years managing museum and library collections for non-profits and the City of San Diego. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram