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Hop on over to La Jolla Village for a Seuss-tastic day filled with: - Silly stories - Yummy snacks - Goody bags - Colorful art - Cool prizes from scoops & geppetto’s - Storytime with The Cat in the Hat & Ms. Sonia from Warwick’s La Jolla by the Sea on Facebook / Instagram

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

Join us for a once-in-a-century celebration at The San Diego Museum of Art! Experience a full day of unforgettable moments, hands-on art activities, family-friendly performances, gallery activations, and a cake tasting like no other. Whether you stay for an hour or immerse yourself all day, you’ll be part of the Museum’s biggest celebration yet. All venues will be free and open to the public on this day: SDMA: Extended hours | 10 a.m.–7 p.m. MOPA@SDMA: Regular hours | 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Special activations will transform The San Diego Museum of Art rotunda and galleries into hubs of inspiration, featuring a themed photo booth and activities throughout the day. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate 100 years of art, community, and creativity. The San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate Chinatown as a vibrant community where Chinese art and performance continue to thrive in America, from historic opera theaters to the lively lion dances of Lunar New Year. Through these creative expressions, Chinatown has forged a distinctive identity that is both artistically rich and deeply connected to Chinese and American cultures. In this conversation, Nancy Yunhwa Rao, a distinguished professor of music at Rutgers University, will trace the fascinating history of Chinese opera theaters in North America, where stories of loyalty and passion captivated audiences across cultures since their beginnings in the mid-19th century. David Lei, a community leader and cultural advocate, will reflect on Chinatown’s enduring legacy as a close-knit, resilient and artistically dynamic community whose performing arts embody the spirit and creativity of Chinese America. UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy on Instagram

Experience the beauty of "Fiber Unbound" at the Brooks Theater Gallery (217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA). This exhibit honors traditions passed down through generations — preserving stories, rituals, and techniques that might otherwise have been forgotten. Meet the artists, discover the meaning behind their work, and see how these timeless crafts continue to inspire creativity today. Enjoy light refreshments, ambient music, and connect with fellow art lovers, neighbors, and creatives. All are welcome! Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram

Everyone has a story to tell—what’s yours? The Storytellers of San Diego invite you to explore the art of sharing stories from your own life, your grandparents, your friends, or your imagination! Each workshop focuses on a different element of storytelling, helping you bring real experiences to life and connect with others through the power of story. Participants will have the chance to showcase their new skills at the San Diego Storytelling Festival on March 21, 2026. Registration is requested for the February 3 introductory session. All other sessions are walk-in, no registration. February 17: “Crafting Worlds with Words" with Mindy Donner Learn how to “show, not tell” and transport your listeners into the vivid and unforgettable world of your story through rich imagery and sensory detail. Mindy Donner folds her background in movement and puppetry arts into her storytelling repertoire, exploring myths, folktales and personal tales. She taught Learning Through the Arts at Cal State San Marcos for nine years, and produced original puppet plays for children and adults. She enjoys performing South of the Border Tales in Spanish and English with a musical partner. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/learn-art-storytelling-42673 Storytellers of San Diego on Facebook

Exhibit runs March 23 - April 25. The photo-based and sculptural works in the exhibition examine the history of urban development in Southern California. Working in Los Angeles, Jackie Castillo investigates the relationships between city infrastructure, collective memory and the isolation and anxiety felt by the working class. She documents architectural remnants that reveal the ways that place, labor, memories, and identity become fractured over time. Mónica Arreola approaches similar concerns from the perspective of her hometown, Tijuana. Trained as an architect, she photographs urban developments abandoned mid-construction, revealing the effects of the 2008 United States housing market crash and the financial crisis that reverberated across the border. We invite you to view this exhibition and join us for a reception on Wednesday, March 25, 4 – 7 p.m. Meet the artists and enjoy refreshments. San Diego Mesa College Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

"Staying Power," on display in the University Art Gallery from February 3 – April 11, 2026, will showcase the past, present, and future of the School of Art and Design’s craft legacy, with a special focus on work from the Southern California region. The exhibition is curated by Barbara Paris Gifford, Senior Curator at the Museum of Arts and Design, New York. Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026 is a nationwide Semiquincentennial initiative to showcase the importance of the handmade both throughout our history and in contemporary life. The SDSU School of Art and Design is proud to be a part of Handwork 2026 by presenting a curated exhibition of outstanding craftwork by emeritus faculty, current faculty, and selected distinguished alumni from our Applied Design areas. SDSU School of Art and Design on Facebook / Instagram

Storytelling Festival Returns to the Coronado Public Library Head over the Coronado Bridge for the San Diego Storytelling Festival as it returns to the Coronado Public Library on Saturday, March 21! This year’s theme, “Light in the Dark,” invites audiences to explore stories that illuminate hope and resilience through a full day of free performances, workshops, and interactive experiences. The festival opens at 10 a.m. with "Light in the Dark," featuring local and visiting storytellers sharing folktales, history, and personal narratives inspired by the international theme. At 11 a.m., audiences can choose between "Sea to Shining Sea," celebrating America’s 250th birthday through stories from coast to coast, and "Good Craic: Irish Stories and Music," where twice All-Ireland storytelling champion Máirtín de Cógáin brings the lively Irish seanchaí tradition to life with wit and charm. The day will also include a special workshop with Grammy winner Adam Mellema, who will share his “secret sauce” for gathering and preserving family stories. In the afternoon, Deidra Davis will create a live art installation with stories during "A Community Tree," while Darci Tucker’s dynamic first-person portrayal in "Revolutionary Women" offers a vivid look at colonial America. The day also features Out Loud: Teen Voices, showcasing student storytellers from Morse High School, and a Story Circle/Open Mic where community members are invited to share short, heartfelt stories of their own. The festival concludes with Voices at the Water’s Edge, an inspiring celebration of personal and traditional stories designed to send audiences home with new stories, good memories, and light in the dark. Hosted in partnership with Storytellers of San Diego, which has brought oral storytelling to the region for more than 40 years, the festival is free and open to the public. Attendees are welcome to join for one event or stay for the day to experience storytelling in its oldest and most vibrant form. Learn more at coronadolibrary.org. For the festival schedule visit: https://storytellersofsandiego.org/events.html

A decade after their San Diego debut at ArtPower, the Ukrainian quartet DakhaBrakha returns with their signature blend of traditional folk and global rhythms. Fusing raw vocals, rich instrumentation, and theatrical flair, they deliver an unforgettable, genre-defying concert rooted in deep Ukrainian heritage and a spirit of cultural liberation. DakhaBrakha on Facebook / Instagram