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Where Native Plants Thrive, We Thrive When native plants flourish, they create gardens full of life where everything is connected. Songbirds return, butterflies flutter by, and the landscape feels alive in a way that ordinary gardens do not. The 2026 San Diego Native Garden Tour invites visitors to explore this living connection across private gardens throughout the San Diego City region south of I-8 and west of SR-125 — all within San Diego’s coastal zone. This self-guided, two-day tour features gardens in southern San Diego on Saturday and in northern San Diego on Sunday, highlighting how native plants bring beauty, biodiversity, and resilience to urban landscapes. Visitors will see a variety of gardens — from small urban retreats to expansive landscapes — each with at least 60 percent native plants. Many feature plant signage linked to Calscape, the California Native Plant Society’s online database for California native plants, connecting guests with detailed plant information and design ideas through the tour booklet and website. Behind the scenes, a vibrant community of garden owners, artists, designers, volunteers, sponsors, and partners brings the tour to life, sharing creativity, expertise, and passion for native plants. For the first time, select gardens will offer Garden Tour T-shirts — beautiful, wearable art designed to share the tour’s spirit beyond the weekend. Tickets are now on sale, with EARLY-BIRDPRICING THROUGH THE END OF JANUARY. Artist applications are open through January 31, 2026, and sponsor applications are open through February 21, 2026. Proceeds support CNPS San Diego’s outreach and restoration programs, including the Bird Park Teaching Garden in Balboa Park. The California Native Plant Society - San Diego Chapter on Facebook / Instagram

Write Out Loud’s Annual Holiday Performance Celebrating the "Giving Season - The Light and Joy of the Holidays" Beloved Holiday Stories & Poetry celebrating the light & joy of the season.

Celebrate the magic of the holidays at this iconic San Diego oceanfront destination. The Marine Room welcomes guests with a luxurious four-course prix-fixe menu on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, featuring some of the restaurant’s signature dishes through a thoughtfully crafted menu that celebrates seasonality and sustainability. The dinner is priced at $165 per person and $65 per child (excluding tax and gratuity) and will be served from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on December 24 and 25. For more information and to make a reservation, visit https://www.marineroom.com/upcoming-happenings/. The Marine Room on Facebook / Instagram

The International Olympic Committee will require all athletes who want to participate in women's events to undergo genetic testing. The policy takes effect for the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles.

Alzheimer's and other dementias cause memory, thinking and behavior problems that interfere with daily living. Join us to learn how to recognize common signs of the disease; how to approach someone about memory concerns; the importance of early detection and benefits of a diagnosis; possible tests and assessments for the diagnostic process, and Alzheimer's Association resources. Alzheimer's Association San Diego/Imperial Chapter: Website / Facebook

Google, Microsoft, Adobe and IBM will offer AI-related tools to California’s schools and universities in an effort to prepare the state’s students for a changing economy.

Join us in celebrating the beauty and joy of Christmas! Let our luminarias guide you to the sanctuary, where we will honor the birth of Jesus with beautiful candle lighting, an inspiring message, holy scripture, and a meaningful experience of "Silent Night." 2 p.m.: Contemporary Worship with Children's Choirs *4 p.m.: Traditional Worship (LIVE Stream) *6 p.m.: Traditional Worship 11 p.m.: Traditional Worship with Communion *Childcare available for ages 3 & under! This event welcomes the whole family. Visit: https://villagechurch.org/christmas-eve-worship Village Church RSF on Instagram and Facebook

A full calendar doesn't mean you have to feel exhausted all the time. Experts share natural ways to boost energy and beat the constant battle of tiredness.

Shop local this year for all of your holiday needs at our market on December 14th at Moniker General in Liberty Station from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.! Join us in Liberty Station for holiday market featuring over 10 local vendors plus delicious coffee and beverages from our friends at Moniker General! Vendors Include: vintage cashmere, homemade baked goods, handmade jewelry, and more! Plus a live musical performance to get us all in the holiday spirit! Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/area-rug-holiday-market-tickets-1975339334123?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Moniker General on Instagram

A high-ranking Iranian official has accused the U.S. of planning a ground invasion as part of the next stage in the Iran war, and said such an intervention would be met with force.