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Wildlife Jewels invites the community to a free World Wildlife Day celebration in La Jolla inspired by local seals, sea lions, coastal birds, and tidepool life. Enjoy an enchanting wildlife art exhibit, then join an artist-led community painting session using hand-drawn line art you can paint or color—no experience needed. The program also includes short stories from the field and a short guided beach walk. Family-friendly and beginner-friendly. Visit: https://www.wildlifejewels.org/paint-the-jewels-of-la-jolla-world-wildlife-day Wildlife Jewels on Instagram and Facebook

February 27 through March 22, 2026 Where there’s a Will there’s a way… Without William Shakespeare, we wouldn’t have "Romeo and Juliet", but without Henry Condell and John Heminges, we would have lost half of Shakespeare’s plays forever! Those who knew Shakespeare best thought to collect his plays into one volume to honor the legacy of the man they loved. Along the way, they’ll battle a shady publisher, drunken poet, shrinking resources, and their own mortality. Amidst the noise and color of Elizabethan London, The Book of Will tells an unforgettable true story of love, loss and laughter, and sheds new light on a man you may think you know. Advisory: Contains some adult language, drinking, and romance. Featuring: Shelley Benoit, Abbie Black, Chris Braden, Josh Click, Laura Ganz-Holton Andy Heil, Jeff Jones, Steven Jensen, Gabe Samrock, Stephen Toth, and Joseph Vitti. Performances: Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. Saturdays, February 28, March 7, and March 21, 2026, are 2 p.m. matinees; no evening performance Saturday, March 14, 2026 is 7:30 p.m. evening performance. We look forward to celebrating our 87th Season with you and seeing you at Lamplighters Theatre! Visit: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=286055

We examine Trump's policies one year into his second term. Plus, tens of thousands of people across the nation — and in San Diego — are walking away from their daily activities and onto the streets to protest Trump's policies.

The U.S. has unveiled new dietary guidelines, including a new inverted food pyramid. On Midday Edition Tuesday, we get reaction from local food and health experts on the new guidance, and what families need to know.

First, we discuss the economic outlook for San Diego County in this new year. Then, new enrollments for Covered California are down. And, we bring you details from the All Peoples Celebration that recognized local leaders in the community. Also, we tell you about a new book that explores a late musician’s visual art. Finally, we bring you a preview of the Jewish Film Festival.

Class Description An author platform is all about visibility and building an audience for your work. And here’s a surprise: Social media is only a small slice of the platform pie! In this workshop, we’ll clear up common misconceptions about what an author platform really is and explore the many components that make it thrive. You’ll assess your own strengths, identify areas to grow, and leave with a practical plan—and the confidence—to begin building a powerful, authentic platform that supports your writing career. Disclaimers Please be advised that it is best to register at least a week before the start of a class to help our instructors prepare and ensure that it does not get canceled or rescheduled. Policies regarding registration, refunds, cancellations, etc. can be found on our policies page. At the end of the course, please complete the evaluation form—your feedback is invaluable for improving our classes and supporting the grant reporting that makes these programs possible. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Class Description Artificial intelligence programs have been described in many ways, but perhaps the best way to understand how we can benefit as writers from the use of Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, and others is to think of them as our sidekicks. Eager and helpful assistants that can do things faster and better than us as long as we give them the right instructions. This course is about which AI programs are the best for which tasks, what is possible with AI, and how to use it without crossing any ethical lines. You’ll learn how to benefit from AI when it comes to research and writing and how to design and produce amazing covers, websites, and marketing materials. AI can do things for a fraction of the cost and in the blink of an eye, including creating audio books, apps, and other complimentary (and lucrative) ancillary items. As promising as this sounds, we’ll also look at the ways in which we can lose authenticity and credibility if we take it too far. This is a hands-on, interactive, and solution-oriented program presented as a discussion and brainstorming session so we learn how to make the most of these powerful new tools to take our ideas, bring them to life, and get them out to the masses. Come with your questions and suggestions, and leave with a whole new way of working that opens up possibilities that weren’t available just a couple of years ago. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Sparks Gallery is honored to announce its forthcoming exhibition, "Under One Sky," a powerful celebration of Indigenous art from across the United States. This exhibition brings together contemporary works that honor the survival, resilience, and living traditions of Indigenous peoples, while reflecting the deep-rooted relationship between art, culture, and knowledge. "Under One Sky" creates a shared space where the beauty and diversity of Native American art serves as both a living vessel of cultural wisdom and a platform for meaningful social reflection. Reception March 8 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/daniel-ketelhut-under-one-sky-indigenous-art-show-reception-at-sparks-tickets-1981971398807 Sparks Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

Curated by artist Bryttney-Mischele, "The Way Roots Grow," is a multidisciplinary exhibition and poetry book release celebrating a decade of creative evolution—blending painting, poetry, and storytelling. Artworks in the exhibition trace the interconnected themes of identity, growth, community, and transformation through the lens of Black surreal expressionism. Artists in the exhibition: Daniela Loizart, Isabel Garcia, Brandon Flowers, Ashley Hawkins, Ami Young, Monét Nyre Performers: Euni and Aaron Gomes Reception, Friday March 13, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. RSVP https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-way-roots-grow-exhibition-tickets-1979828618694?aff=oddtdtcreator Poetry: Saturday March 14, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. / Artists panel: Saturday March 14, 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. Poet's and Storytellers: Claire Hsu Accomando, Diane Gustsfson, Soul Tree, So Wrote Nicholas RSVP https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-way-roots-grow-poetry-event-live-artist-performances-tickets-1981068319673?aff=oddtdtcreator Through the exhibition, curator Bryttney-Mischele explores artwork and poetry rooted in storytelling, reflection and community. Bryttney-Mischele on Instagram

At the Bonita Museum & Cultural Center we are celebrating a new public sculpture by South Bay artist Michael Leaf entitled "Chameleon IT." This first of its-kind, color changing metal sculpture, will be located on the museum building. The unveiling and lighting of the new sculpture will take place on Saturday, May 16 from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. during The Big Reveal, the museum’s signature event of the year. The origins of "Chameleon IT": Whenever I drive or ride my bicycle past the museum, I have always wondered… How can the outside of the museum, reflect what is going on inside the museum? What could be done that is powerful and meaningful enough to represent the vibrancy of the art, history, culture performances and exhibitions inside the building? And then “IT” hit me. - Michael Leaf, artist During the The Big Reveal we are also celebrating the 20th anniversary of the building and housing of the museum and the Bonita Historical Center with the County of San Diego. During The Big Reveal we will be honoring Barbara and Robert “Scott” Scott, who have been instrumental in the museum’s development throughout the years. Both Barbara and Scott have been active in raising funds for the museum and sculpture garden, as well as exhibition and programming support. Barbara is an emeritus board member, serving on the board of trustees. The Scott’s have been hands-on in creating the first public sculpture, WR This Cats Smart by Mehl Lawson, located near the museum at the entrance to the Greg Cox Civic Complex in Bonita. Barb and Scott will be the honorary chairs for the event. From May 1 – May 29, 2026, a solo exhibition of Michael Leaf’s 2D and 3D metal artwork will be featured in the main gallery. Michael’s family talents and lineage includes Rohr Industries which was located in South Bay San Diego. Michael Leaf on Instagram