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Making her Fourth Friday Jazz Series debut, singer, guitarist, song-writer and activist Steph Johnson is a multifaceted San Diego powerhouse! Along with bassist Rob Thorsen, pianist Melonie Grinnell and Richard Sellars on drums, look forward to an evening of soulful jazz and blues, familiar standards and uplifting originals. In her distinctive, smokey, lush voice are the influences of Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Joni Mitchell, and Stevie Wonder. Visit: https://www.ljcommunitycenter.org/event-details/steph-johnson-with-the-rob-thorsen-trio Steph Johnson on Instagram and Facebook

"Let’s Go Wild!" — A Celebration of Wildlife and Wonder A collective of San Diego regional artists announces, “Let’s Go Wild!”, an immersive wildlife‑inspired art exhibition created and organized by the exhibiting artists. This lively, interactive event invites visitors to experience wildlife art in surprising, playful, and engaging ways through hands‑on activities, creative workshops, educational programs, and imaginative encounters that spark curiosity and joy. Featuring artwork by Julie Brooks, Ira Cosmos, Elena Miller, Joan Hansen, and Chelsea Paulus, the exhibition showcases fierce, funny, and unforgettable wildlife through painting, sculpture, and photography—art that leaps off the walls and into the imagination. Exhibition & Events • Exhibition Dates: April 11 – May 1 • Opening Reception (Wild Animal Costume Party): April 11, 3–5 p.m. Artists will appear in animal‑inspired costumes, and guests are encouraged to join in—whether in full costumes or with simple animal‑themed accessories. Complimentary masks and headbands will be provided. “Best Wild Look” contest winners will receive art prizes, and giveaways. • Closing Reception “Finissage”: May 1, 3–5 p.m. Workshops & Programs • April 11, 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Scratch Art Class (all ages) • April 18, 12 p.m. — STEM Docent Tour in collaboration with volunteers from the Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve (https://elfinforest.olivenhain.com/). Contact: support@letsgowild.co to schedule docent lead tours and classes. • April 21, 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Art & Wildflower Seed “Bombs” Printmaking and Farmers Market Earth Day Kids Parade Celebrating Local Agriculture & Biodiversity With support from the San Diego County Farm Bureau (www.sdfarmbureau.org), the exhibition highlights how local farms help protect wildlife and biodiversity. Their interactive display—created with contributions from regional producers—shows how stewardship and food production coexist in a shared landscape. While art inspires love for wildlife, farming helps protect it. Let’s Go Wild on Facebook / Instagram

Peninsula Faith Leaders are partnering for a pilgrimage through Ocean Beach’s historic Church Row, with stops at local churches and ministry locations that reflect on the theme "Jesus died for..." The 1-mile walk is mostly flat, and begins at St. Peter's Lutheran Church. Return transportation will be provided from the end. Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church on Facebook / Instagram

Ryan Coogler's "Sinners" makes Oscar history with a record 16 nominations.

In "Hail Mariam," local author Huda Al-Marashi draws from her own experiences as the sole Muslim girl attending a Catholic school. Then, a preview of the Oceanside International Film Festival. And finally, your weekend arts preview.

Volunteers are organizing community patrols to monitor ICE activity in their communities. Plus, why more public transit riders are avoiding fares. And, a familiar voice for San Diego soccer fans previews the upcoming SDFC season.

First, State Senator Steve Padilla is calling for a pause to a data center project in Imperial County. Next, scientists say they’ve discovered a way to redesign Fentanyl and lessen the potential risk of an overdose. Also, we tell you about a new fundraising and awareness campaign recently launched in the county. Lastly, a curator at the San Diego Natural History Museum is calling it a career.

San Diego's indie-rock project Topeka Clementine blends storytelling, activism and sing-along energy into music that feels urgent and alive. Hear a special performance from KPBS' Sundrenched Sounds live music series and a post-show interview about going viral, constant touring and new work shaped by grief and hope.

The landscape is shifting. Are you leading the change or catching up? The Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate invites you to our 30th Annual Real Estate Conference, "Adapting to Structural Shifts Transforming Real Estate," for an inside look at the forces reshaping our industry. Hear from Spencer Levy, senior economic advisor and host of CBRE’s "The Weekly Take," as he shares insights drawn from conversations with hundreds of the world’s largest real estate owners and occupiers. Framed through the reinvention and adaptability of musicians, his presentation delivers a forward-looking view of the economy and commercial real estate, blending macro forecasts with sector insights to challenge practitioners to embrace change and position for opportunity in 2026 and beyond. Building on that forward-looking momentum, we will dive into an important and detailed discussion about how artificial intelligence is shaping strategy and changing all aspects of real estate operations. Learn to be an agent of change, not a victim of it. Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate on LinkedIn

In today’s rapidly changing and complex work environments, leadership rooted in control, compliance, and hierarchy is no longer enough. Across industries, the most effective leaders are those who know how to build trust, inspire commitment, and create cultures where people do their best work. In this engaging keynote webinar, Dr. Candy Singh (NU, MS '94) explores the principles of Trust & Inspire leadership—a modern leadership approach that replaces command-and-control thinking with belief in people, clarity of purpose, and meaningful work. Drawing from decades of experience leading large organizations, developing executive leaders, and working with teams across sectors, Dr. Singh shares practical insights on how trust fuels engagement, innovation, and sustained performance. This session is designed for leaders, managers, and professionals across all fields who want to lead with greater influence, authenticity, and effectiveness—no matter their role or title. National University Alumni on Facebook / Instagram