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Optimize your experience at the Viennese Nights Ball, with this gem of a "boot camp" from the event's Dance Mistress herself! Joan Walton will teach the basics of waltzes, polkas, etc., offering tips for all levels of dancers. She'll also go over the specialty dances and mixers slated for the evening. Truly a must do, and a great way to meet potential dance partners! DETAILS: https://waltznsuch.org/index.php/special-events/ Waltz & Such on Facebook

Celebrate Valentine's Day at the San Diego Botanic Garden’s Succulent Heart Workshop on Thursday, February 12 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Handmake a succulent heart as tabletop decor, or gift it to a loved one! It lasts for months, so you can enjoy its beauty all season long. A team will guide you through the design and assembly process. All materials, including succulent cuttings grown at the Garden, are provided, no prior experience required! Admission is $65 for members and $75 for non-members. Please register online before February 7. San Diego Botanic Garden on Facebook / Instagram

We need your help to restore precious habitats within the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and the surrounding areas. By removing invasive plants and helping grow native plants indigenous to the area, you will support a more balanced ecosystem. Nature Collective is a local conservation and science education nonprofit organization. They work to restore habitats, provide healthier waters, and increase wildlife diversity. They are dedicated to conserving the land and providing experiences for people to fall in love with nature. Ages 6+ (minors with guardians) – Registration Required San Elijo Lagoon (meet-up location shared before the event) RSVP: https://naturecollective.org/event/volunteer-restoration-event-february-21-2026/ Nature Collective on Facebook / Instagram

UC San Diego is where innovation meets ocean air! Perched above the Pacific in La Jolla, UC San Diego is a place where world‑class architecture, bold public art, and groundbreaking research collide. On this walking tour, you’ll explore the campus through the perspective of a local insider and former UCSD staffer — someone who knows the stories, traditions, and hidden gems that most visitors miss. We begin in Town Square, the heart of campus life. From there, you’ll wind through UCSD’s eclectic mix of buildings and open spaces, discovering how the university became a global powerhouse in oceanography, neuroscience, engineering, and the arts. You’ll see where scientific breakthroughs happen daily, where creativity is encouraged to run wild, and where the Triton spirit shows up in unexpected ways. As we make our way toward the iconic Geisel Library, you’ll pass landmarks like the Cognitive Science Building, Mandeville Auditorium, and Tata Hall for Sciences. Along the route, you’ll hear about UCSD’s colleges, student traditions, and the vibrant organizations that shape campus culture. You’ll also get a sense of the resources available to new and prospective students — from Student Health Services to the bustling Price Center. During this 45‑minute tour, you’ll also: - Discover the playful genius of the Stuart Collection, including the gravity‑defying Fallen Star perched atop the Irwin Jacobs Engineering Building - Walk the winding Snake Path, a symbolic journey from innocence to knowledge - Snap a photo with the colorful, winged Sun God, UCSD’s unofficial mascot and beloved festival icon - Learn the backstory of UCSD’s sci‑fi‑inspired architectural crown jewel - Admire the vibrant Chicano Legacy Mural, a towering celebration of culture and community - Visit the Triton Fountain, a favorite meeting spot and a nod to the campus mascot - Explore the lively Price Center, the social and culinary hub of student life Whether you’re a prospective student, a proud alum, or a curious local, this tour reveals a side of UCSD that’s easy to miss — the stories, symbols, and surprises that give the campus its character. Step into the Triton spirit and experience UC San Diego in a whole new way. Note: TourFreely.com on demand (self-guided) tours are available 24/7, seven days a week. Just purchase ($14.99), download and go! You will have the tour for life! No clocks. No schedules. Just you or you and your crew! TourFreely on Facebook / Instagram Note: This tour was independently produced and is not affiliated with UC San Diego.

Carlsbad’s mineral springs transformed this once-quiet coastal area into the charming “Village by the Sea” that visitors know today. On this walking tour, you’ll follow the development of this Southern California gem from its founding in the 1880s to its evolution into a beloved coastal destination. The tour starts at the Army and Navy Academy, from where you’ll weave through the heart of the village. I’ll point out Victorian architecture alongside mid-century landmarks, and explain how visionary residents worked to preserve the town’s unique character while embracing change. You’ll stroll tree-lined streets, past boutiques and cafés before reaching the Pacific shoreline, where seven miles of coastline have drawn visitors for generations. The tour ends at the mouth of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon. Along the way, longtime San Diego residents Mindy and Jerry will tell you Carlsbad Village’s story of transformation. You’ll learn how Captain John Frazier’s discovery of mineral water (remarkably similar to that of Karlsbad, Bohemia) gave the town both its name and its early identity as a health retreat. You’ll also explore how the arrival of the railroad, Highway 101, and eventually Interstate 5 shaped the community and its character. On this 90-minute tour, you’ll have a chance to: - Visit the site of Captain Frazier’s original mineral springs, where the famous Carlsbad alkaline water was discovered in 1882 - Stroll through Magee Park with its historical landmarks, including the 1887 Shipley-Magee House that’s the Carlsbad Historical Society today - Take in St. Michael’s By-the-Sea Episcopal Church, the city’s first church built in 1894 - See the former Carlsbad-by-the-Sea Hotel, built in 1929 to capitalize on the area’s reputation as a health retreat - Learn the story of the Twin Inns Restaurant, formerly the Schutte Mansion, famous for its chicken dinners that attracted travelers via Highway 101 - Appreciate the 1927 Crystal Theater, Carlsbad’s first movie palace and a community landmark, with its multiple identities over the years - View the Santa Fe Depot in Rotary Park, a testament to the community’s railway heritage - Promenade along the stunning Carlsbad State Beach, with its picturesque bluffs and scenic overlooks that have attracted visitors since the 1950s Whether you’re a history buff, a curious traveler, or a local looking to see Carlsbad in a new light, this guided walking tour will transport you through time. Note: TourFreely.com on demand (self-guided) tours are available 24/7, seven days a week. Just purchase ($14.99), download and go! You will have the tour for life! No clocks. No schedules. Just you or you and your crew! TourFreely on Facebook / Instagram

SACRA/PROFANA, San Diego’s premiere choral ensemble, presents "The Infinite and the Divine," exploring humanity’s fascination with the celestial bodies that have inspired artists, philosophers, and theologians throughout human history. Led by SACRA/PROFANA Assistant Conductor Aaron Burgett, the musical selections weave together ancient philosophies, celestial myths, and exquisite choral artistry. Featuring wide-ranging composers from Jacob Collier to Krishan Oberoi to Franz Joseph Haydn, this concert invites audiences to experience a transcendent musical voyage through the cosmos, glimpsing our universe through the lens of such visionaries as Saint John, Pythagoras, and J.R.R Tolkien. Prepare to look upward and inward, and consider our place in the universe. SACRA/PROFANA on Facebook / Instagram

Visions Museum of Textile Art (VMOTA) is proud to announce the opening of "Interpretations 2025," the museum’s 26th international juried exhibition. Exhibition jurors, Holly Brackmann, Luisa Gil Fandino, and Paula Kovarik examined over 400 submissions of innovative textile artworks that explore the form and technique of 2D artworks, 2D art quilts, and 3D pieces that highlight fiber. Many of the juried pieces explore themes of transformation - whether related to gender identity, cognitive shifts, family dynamics, environmental devastation, or community change. Using recycled materials, natural dyes, and inventive techniques, the artists interpret their lived experiences with originality and courage. This exhibit is presented alongside "Fiber Art Now's juried ARTwear" exhibit featuring art that was designed to be featured on the body, created and constructed with textile materials and techniques. Visit: www.vmota.org

Center for World Music presents Clinton Davis String Band at the La Jolla Community Center Clinton Davis String Band brings the rich string traditions of America to life, performing old-time music, bluegrass, and ragtime, reflecting the rich complexity of our Appalachian heritage. Passed down through generations since the 18th century, these tunes are infused with both history and fresh, lively interpretations. The band delivers a joyous, soulful celebration of America’s musical legacy. Following the performance, the audience is invited to engage with the artists in a Q&A to learn more about the traditions, stories, and musical influences that shape this enduring American art form. Clinton Davis on Instagram / Facebook

A program offering up to $150,000 for you to buy your home in San Diego is only a few weeks away and the window to apply is very short! Join us as we show you what you need in order to apply. These experts have a track record of their clients using this down payment program because the individuals assisted this FREE seminar to be equipped. Don't miss this seminar that has helped others gain access to $100,000 and up to $150,000 in the past! You could be next! February 10 from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Refreshments and food will be provided. Free parking.

Learn to Carve a Spoon! Sunday, November 16, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Beginning spoon carving. In this introduction course of carving Woodworker Paul Maschka will be sharing the ancient style of green wood hand carving with simple but very precise hand tools–a small carving axe, straight blade carving knife and a curved hook knife. With proper techniques, green wood can be intricately sculpted into extremely beautiful, functional and unique pieces of art. Paul specializes in Viking-era cutlery. This Scandinavian style is still being crafted around the world. In this workshop, students will be creating a straight tea spoon or straight cooking spoon. This class is designed for the beginner as well as more experienced carvers. There is no prerequisite for this class. All of the necessary tools and materials will be available to students for this class. Tools and chopping blocks will be available for purchase after the class. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome, or 14+ years with an accompanying adult! • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram