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Leucadia resident, Steve White, was a beloved singer, songwriter, and blues guitarist who passed away in April 2011 at age 61. Steve developed his own style as a one-man band, playing baritone guitar in non-standard tuning with a percussive hand technique and pinky slide, along with an amplified footboard and killer blues harp. Steve played across the United States and toured Europe twice a year, performing for thousands of people who knew and loved his music. He played many times for San Diego Folk Heritage and was always generous with his time, helping to set up and tear down for many SDFH concerts, when he didn’t have a gig of his own. SDFH is dedicating March 15, 2026 (the day after his birthday) to remembering Steve. From 4 to 6 p.m., his friends and fellow performers Joe Rathburn, David Beldock, Shawn Rolhf and Steve Denyes, Luisa Corredor and Ignacio Arango, and Larry and Jo Ann Sinclair will be singing some of Steve’s songs and some of their original songs about Steve. Afterwards, Alda Lael, Steve’s life partner, will be hosting a reception with vegetarian food, followed by a showing of Clint Burkett and Tom Zizzi’s documentary film about "Steve, Painting the World with Music." Please join us in remembering a man who left us way too soon. Visit: sdfolkheritage.org/events/steve-white-memorial-concert-and-documentary-screening/

"The Tragedy of Macbeth" is one of William Shakespeare's darkest tragedies, exploring the destructive effects of political ambition, guilt, and paranoia. Patrick McBride is our director. The San Diego Shakespeare Society on Facebook / Instagram

Free skateboarding lessons, with pro and Olympic coaches, for girls ages 4-16 will take place Saturday January 10 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. in Vista! Skate Rising, Exposure Skate’s youth program, provides a free skate clinic for youth where participants can learn new skills, increase their confidence and connect with role models. Limited boards and safety gear will be provided for those without. In addition to empowering through skateboarding, Exposure also teaches compassion through service — organizers will collect canned and packaged food to donate to the San Diego Community Resource Center’s Food and Nutrition Center. Registration is required in advance, sign up at https://exposureskate.networkforgood.com/events/40460-skate-rising-program-registration! Exposure Skate on YouTube / Instagram

Join the Healthy Adventures Foundation for our Fourth Friday series of health and wellness workshops. In this session, learn how mindful meditation can assist with pain management. Learning the techniques and how they work opens the possibility of using meditation as option to assist in managing pain. Meditation works well in conjunction with other pain management strategies. Wear flat supportive shoes and loose comfortable clothing, and bring a yoga mat if you have one. Audience: Adults Location: Community Room Mission Valley Branch Library on Facebook

Join us for an entertaining book club where we’ll discuss a great kids book, do a related craft, and enjoy snacks. A FREE copy of the month’s book will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis to those who plan to attend the club. Copies are available at Mission Valley Library. For January, we will discuss the book "The Night Librarian," by Christopher Lincoln. Audience: This program is recommended for readers ages 8-12. Location: Community Room Mission Valley Branch Library on Facebook

Join Benjamin Cole, Director of Theatre School Education and Outreach at North Coast Repertory Theatre, for a lively conversation about how to act Shakespeare. Don’t miss this special event as there will also be live demonstrations of the principles discussed. With over 20 years of professional acting experience, Ben has been seen on stage locally at The Old Globe, The La Jolla Playhouse, North Coast Repertory Theatre, and many others. In addition to his work at NCRT, he is an adjunct professor of Theatre at Grossmont College. Ben earned his Master of Fine Arts in Acting from Western Illinois University, his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting/Directing from Central Michigan University and studied acting through New York University in Ireland. He has experience acting, teaching, directing, and fight choreographing all over the country including work with the Orlando Shakespeare Theater, the Oklahoma Shakespearean Festival, and the Illinois Shakespeare Festival. San Diego Shakespeare Society on Facebook / Instagram

Catalina Island is home to a wide array of plants and animals that occur nowhere in the world. Artists, photographers, scientists, and nature lovers are drawn to Catalina for its astonishingly colorful beauty. Join us as we discuss the chromatic world of plants on Catalina and celebrate the island’s year-round displays of color. Kevin Alison serves as the Native Plant Manager for Catalina Island, where he leverages his expertise in conservation, restoration, and horticulture to prevent the extinction of native plants. Kevin specializes in advanced propagation techniques such as plant tissue culture to conserve rare, endangered, and challenging-to-grow plants of Catalina. Kevin grew up in Corona del Mar before graduating from the University of Hawaii and the University of California Irvine. The California Native Plant Society - San Diego Chapter on Facebook / Instagram

The Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE and Border Patrol, is using a broad web of surveillance tools — purchased as its budget has ballooned under this administration — to monitor, apprehend and intimidate the people it seeks to deport and the U.S. citizens critical of its policies.

On Saturday, January 24 from 10 a.m.-Noon, the Comic-Con Museum in Balboa Park is hosting a tokidoki Unicorno trading meetup that was initiated and organized by a kid collector, with support from museum staff and volunteers. The event is free to attend and takes place in the museum café and retail area. Kids bring their tokidoki Unicornos to trade (1-for-1, no money), with tables provided and a simple, thoughtful structure designed to keep things welcoming and low-pressure. There will also be tokidoki-themed arts and crafts activities for kids who prefer to create or observe. What makes this event unique is that it grew from a kid's idea into a real proposal, pitch meeting, hand-drawn poster, and now a public program at the Comic-Con Museum. It’s a small but meaningful example of youth creativity, community building, and how institutions can support kid-led initiatives. Event details: • What: tokidoki Unicorno Trading Meetup • When: Saturday, January 24, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. • Where: Comic-Con Museum (café area), Balboa Park • Cost: Free (museum admission optional to visit the tokidoki exhibit) • Notes: Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult; volunteers and museum staff will be present • Instagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTdZpRZFBnv/?img_index=1

The La Jolla Village Merchants Association (LJVMA) invites the community to kick off the holiday season with the Holiday Open House on Thursday, November 23, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Celebrate the start of the most wonderful time of the year with festive treats, live music, and exclusive in-store specials throughout La Jolla Village's charming shopping district. Key events include: Live music and holiday entertainment In-store specials and demonstrations Delicious treats and refreshments Children's activities and crafts Prize drawings throughout the Village Visit: https://lajollabythesea.com/girard-silverado-holiday-open-house-set-for-november-20-3-2/ La Jolla Village Merchants Association on Instagram and Facebook