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Join Parkway Plaza for Parkway Collectibles, a free monthly one-day pop-up event hosted by The Coin Toss! Open to collectors, fans, and the curious alike, guests are invited to visit and explore a variety of vendors, including Hot Wheels, Funko Pops, Pokémon cards, and more. The event takes place near Victoria’s Secret, across from Hot Topic, and is held on the last Saturday of every month. Don’t miss the chance to shop and discover unique collectibles all in one place! Visit: https://visitparkwayplaza.com/ Parkway Plaza on Facebook / Instagram

A special screening of the film that brought reggae music to the world and made the late Jimmy Cliff a global icon. Blessed with one the best soundtracks ever put on film, "The Harder They Come" is a gritty and razor sharp vision of working class life in Jamaica, a ground-breaking film that demonstrated that music and art can change the world. Jimmy Cliff who died in 2025 plays Ivan, a young songwriter who leaves the country for the big city to find his fortune. His dreams of making it in the music business and his battles with crooked promoters, religious conservatives and criminals on both sides of the law make him a folk hero. Shot in 1972 at the dawn of the blaxpoitation era in American movies following the success of Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss Song, Shaft, and Super Fly, this Jamaican film is a significant achievement in the development, in the 1970s, of both an international Black popular culture and worldwide Black independent film movement. Professor Mychal Odom of Mesa College will facilitate a Q&A session after the film Register now

Cygnet Theatre, now in the Arts District at Liberty Station, presents the San Diego premiere of the heartfelt, uplifting musical "Somewhere Over the Border." Inspired by a real-life journey, it blends magical realism with the charm of "The Wizard of Oz" as it follows Reina’s courageous path to build a better life. With vibrant characters and a lively, Latin-inspired score infused with cumbia, mariachi, boleros, American rock, and hip hop, the show explores family, sacrifice, and the pursuit of the American Dream—reminding us that courage can lead us anywhere, even over the rainbow. Begins February 18. Tickets on sale now! Cygnet Theatre on Facebook / Instagram

Symbolizing Love, Community, and Growth, the Love Tree is often visualized during Black History Month. This activity is for ages 4 and up.

Introducing...Cinema Club! A new monthly program which includes a film screening followed by a community discussion for cinephiles and movie lovers interested in having thought-provoking conversations about cinema. This month's featured film is "Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)" (2021) in celebration of Black History Month. A powerful and transporting documentary—part music film, part historical record—created around an epic event that celebrated Black history, culture, and fashion. Over the course of six weeks in the summer of 1969, just 100 miles south of Woodstock, The Harlem Cultural Festival was filmed in Mount Morris Park. The footage was largely forgotten—until now. "Summer of Soul" shines a light on the importance of history to our spiritual well-being and stands as a testament to the healing power of music during times of unrest, both past and present. The feature includes concert performances by Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, Sly and the Family Stone, Gladys Knight & the Pips, and more. 1h 58m. Rated PG-13. Light refreshments provided. Held on the last Tuesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. Each February, San Diego Public Library honors Black History Month, by celebrating culture and community, and recognizing the achievements—as well as the continuing struggles—of Black Americans Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/cinema-club-461996

Family Art Adventures are dynamic free guided tours specially designed for families with school-aged children ages 5 to 12. Tours are offered the first and third Saturdays of each month at 10:30 a.m. Family tour themes change monthly, and each family tour is followed by a hands-on art-making activity. All materials are provided. Visit: https://www.sdmart.org/event/family-art-adventures-2026/2026-02-07/ The San Diego Museum of Art on Instagram and Facebook

Black Comix Day is a free 2 day event highlighting creators of African Descent in the arts of Comic Books, Animation & Film. BCD 2026 is free admission to all. Parking is free, (Located directly across the street.) Food is available inside the Worldbeat Center and within 2 blocks of the location. Activities for children such as gaming will be accessible as well. The main floor will feature various Black Creators in Comics, Fine Arts and Animation. Visit: Black Comix Day 2026 WorldBeat Cultural Center on Instagram and Facebook

Through the Twilight comes a new entry in the Vampire's Diary...Love Can Suck is a series of improvised teen / vampire love stories for February! This Valentines season, all the teen angst and vampire tropes will be included. Get ready to laugh your fangs out.

Comedy For Valentines — the ultimate Valentine's date night that skips the awkward silences, and passive-aggressive gift debates... and replaces them with non-stop, brutally honest relationship humor that hits way too close to home. Hosted by the sharp-witted Tim X Lee — the former biologist turned comedy veteran who's been delighting smart crowds with clever, observational humor and impeccable timing for years — this show brings just the right mix of brainy laughs and relatable absurdity to set the tone. Headlining the night is Joe Sib, the high-energy storyteller and punk-rock veteran (co-founder of SideOneDummy Records, former frontman of Wax and 22 Jacks) who has mastered the art of turning life's wild detours — from youthful rebellion to modern fatherhood — into hilarious, karmic stand-up gold. Expect raw, engaging stories delivered with infectious enthusiasm and zero filter. Whether you're single and thriving, coupled and questioning everything, or just looking for a Valentine's escape that doesn't involve overpriced prix-fixe dinners, Comedy For Valentines delivers big laughs, zero pressure, and the kind of comedy that reminds you love (and life) is ridiculous in the best way possible.

A Black History Month edition of our San Diego Oasis program series: Feel the complexities of music from Sub-Saharan Africa. In this course, we’ll intuitively listen to the polyrhythms of percussion ensembles that send messages and entertain important dignitaries. Experience the lively performances from the Juju popular music of Nigeria to the smooth sounds of mbube vocal ensembles from South Africa. Presented by Bernard Ellorin, Ph.D. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/oasis-placeholder-483341