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The San Diego Asian Film Festival showcases 150 films from 30 countries over the next 10 days.

It's thrilling to see the Academy recognize a weird, funny, scary performance like Amy Madigan's in Weapons. Here's what NPR critic Linda Holmes thought of the awards.

Michael B. Jordan and Jessie Buckley won best actor and best actress. Paul Thomas Anderson received best director. Cassandra Kulukundis won the Academy's first ever casting award.

Mary Hennessy served Santee’s community for 40 years at her donut shop, Mary’s Donuts. She passed away last month, but her granddaughter says her recipes and legacy remain.

Throughout the course of their musical career, the San Diego Latin Jazz Collective has won over the hearts of music lovers from all walks of life. Performing at a variety of venues, making dozens of appearances and continuing to record new singles, the San Diego Latin Jazz Collective has been earning the admiration and affection of fans and serve as both an inspiration and a role model in musical diversity. Hailed as a complex musical melting pot, Latin Jazz has its roots in the vibrant jazz scene of Harlem, as well as the Cuban and Puerto Rican musical influences of Spanish Harlem and the Bronx. The San Diego Latin Jazz Collective not only embodies these ideals in name, but also is a cultural cauldron at its very core, the foundation of the group's existence. Founded in 2009 by band leader Michael Benge (Miguelito), this versatile group features some of Southern California’s top musicians from the San Diego/Tijuana metroplex, bringing together an extraordinary compilation of rhythms, styles, and genres that represent each members cultures and musical heroes. A true collective of life long musical experiences The band’s captivating, high-energy performance will take the audience through a cultural journey in a border town. With musical influences from Latin jazz to salsa and even pop, reggae, and funk, blending musicianship, creativity, and tradition, this band knows how to entertain. Keeping one foot in the past and one foot in the present, the San Diego Latin Jazz Collective is always looking for the next musical experience they will bring to their audiences and dares them not to dance. San Diego Latin Jazz Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate love at Ai no Niwa this Valentine’s Day with an unforgettable evening at the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum. Choose a romantic Koi Deck dinner featuring a live musician for $250 per couple with a bento dinner included, or elevate the experience with a Deluxe private dining option. Private settings include Peace Plaza, Secret Bench, or Earth Bridge at $375 per couple, or Azumaya or Bosatsu at $400 per couple—each reserved for one couple only and complete with bento baskets, drinks, flowers, and a candlelit dining area for an intimate Valentine’s celebration. Japanese Friendship Garden on Facebook

In this hands-on workshop, you will learn all about miso, a magical fermented bean paste that originated in Japan many centuries ago. Miso is full of umami and is used to flavor everything from soups to marinades and salad dressings, stir-fries, to eggs. Join Austin Durant, author and founder of Fermenters Club as he takes you into the wild world of fermentation! Learn: We will talk about the history of miso, its many different forms, and then make a large batch using various legumes. Taste: You'll get to taste various misos to understand the fermentation process. Do: You'll get to pack a mason jar full of miso to take home (but you'll have to wait a year to eat it)! Eat: Then we'll enjoy one of the most popular miso dishes-- homemade miso soup! Includes your own take-home jar of miso! Fermenters Club on Facebook / Instagram

At work, school, in the community, or even among family members holding different viewpoints, we’ve all seen a rise in divisiveness that can often spark larger conflict. When emotions intensify, conflicts escalate, leaving people more at odds than they were before. At this workshop we'll learn NCRC's de-escalation techniques that can prepare us to navigate difficult conversations. LWV of North County San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

2026 Big Game Party Celebration Join us for the 2026 Big Game Party Celebration, where the Big Game takes over the entire space. Feel every moment on our 150-inch video wall, with even more screens throughout the location and game sound pumping throughout the entire venue, keeping you locked into every play, reaction, and big moment. Live raffles announced during game breaks and a high-energy crowd create an atmosphere that’s the next best thing to being in the stadium. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat Tailgate Stadium Style Buffet featuring classic game-day favorites like wings, burgers with all the fixings, mac and cheese, fries, ribs, flatbreads, fresh dips, classic desserts, and vegetarian options available. Drink specials include micheladas, margaritas, draft beer, and more. Seating is available in the VIP Bar Area, Restaurant, and Patio, while outdoor games like cornhole, oversized Jenga, Connect Four, ping pong, and more keep the celebration going from kickoff to the final whistle. Event Schedule 1 p.m. – Doors Open 2 p.m. – Pre-Game Telecast Begins 2:30 p.m. – Tailgate Buffet Opens 3:30 p.m. – Kickoff 5:30 p.m. – Tailgate Buffet Closes 7 p.m. – Award Celebration Happy Hour Adult Pricing Includes our all-you-can-eat Tailgate Stadium Style Buffet. Reservation is for food and dining only. Big Game viewing is complimentary. For Bar seating, add “BAR” in notes. Bar seating includes a $40 minimum. Limited availability. Children’s Pricing Includes our all-you-can-eat Tailgate Stadium Style Buffet. Reservation is for food and dining only. Big Game viewing is complimentary. For Bar seating, add “BAR” in notes. Limited availability. THE LOT on Facebook / Instagram

2026 Big Game Party Celebration Join us for the 2026 Big Game Party Celebration, where the Big Game takes over the entire space. Feel every moment on our 150-inch video wall, with even more screens throughout the location and game sound pumping throughout the entire venue, keeping you locked into every play, reaction, and big moment. Live raffles announced during game breaks and a high-energy crowd create an atmosphere that’s the next best thing to being in the stadium. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat Tailgate Stadium Style Buffet featuring classic game-day favorites like wings, burgers with all the fixings, mac and cheese, fries, ribs, flatbreads, fresh dips, classic desserts, and vegetarian options available. Drink specials include micheladas, margaritas, draft beer, and more. Seating is available in the VIP Bar Area, Restaurant, and Patio, while outdoor games like cornhole, oversized Jenga, Connect Four, ping pong, and more keep the celebration going from kickoff to the final whistle. Event Schedule 1 p.m. – Doors Open 2 p.m. – Pre-Game Telecast Begins 2:30 p.m. – Tailgate Buffet Opens 3:30 p.m. – Kickoff 5:30 p.m. – Tailgate Buffet Closes 7 p.m. – Award Celebration Happy Hour Adult Pricing Includes our all-you-can-eat Tailgate Stadium Style Buffet. Reservation is for food and dining only. Big Game viewing is complimentary. For Bar seating, add “BAR” in notes. Bar seating includes a $40 minimum. Limited availability. Children’s Pricing Includes our all-you-can-eat Tailgate Stadium Style Buffet. Reservation is for food and dining only. Big Game viewing is complimentary. For Bar seating, add “BAR” in notes. Limited availability. THE LOT on Facebook / Instagram