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Creative Connections: SEL Through Contemporary Art with the ArtReach Learning Portal In this hands-on professional development workshop, educators will learn two creative projects, based on contemporary art practices, that integrate Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Participants will explore how these art forms can encourage self-expression, emotional processing, and social connection in the classroom. The session will also introduce the ArtReach Learning Portal, offering resources and tools to support SEL-focused art education. Educators will leave with ready-to-implement projects and access to a rich digital platform for continued learning and inspiration. This professional development workshop will focus on strategies art educators can use to incorporate contemporary artists into their lesson plans and to strengthen their confidence in speaking to and teaching from contemporary art. Focusing on artists from California, the San Diego/Tijuana border region, and arts resources within San Diego County, this workshop will provide culturally relevant touchstones for lesson development that reflect the intersectional identities of San Diego students. The session will provide hands-on art making activities that can then be applied directly in classrooms. In addition to supporting culturally responsive curriculum and contemporary arts focus, the lessons will also promote social emotional learning (SEL) by engaging the 5 SEL competencies of CASEL 5. Participants will walk away with resources, strategies, and lessons to immediately implement in their classrooms. All lessons are supported by the National Core Arts Standards. ArtReach: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Three local voters — a Democrat, Republican and Independent — agreed they would not work with people who wish harm on others.

Create handmade cards to send to children in the foster care system. For 5 years, the founder of Song in Motion has contributed to an annual Cards For Cubs fundraiser by creating and donating over 250 handmade cards. Song in Motion is inviting the community to attend our FREE card making event where attendees ages 8+ can create their own cards to send to children in the foster care system! All supplies are provided. Last year, we welcomed 26 attendees who created over 100 cards in support of the Cards for Cubs* annual fundraiser. This year, we are setting an ambitious goal of 150 cards! Help us reach this goal by attending this FREE event. All supplies and materials are included, all you have to do is show up and get crafty! February 22, 2026 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. You are not required to stay for the full event, come and go as at convenient time for you. Location: Seaside Arts Center 11130 E Ocean Air Dr. San Diego, CA 92130 *Not a drop off event, all minors must be supervised by a guardian at all times* Learn more at Songinmotion.org Song In Motion on Facebook / Instagram

Watch Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2. At Washington National Cathedral, stained-glass artist Rowan LeCompte and craftsman Dieter Goldkuhle battle doubt, deadlines, and physics to create the abstract Creation Rose—an eruption of light and color conceived and created before its stone frame existed.

Tariffs are particularly tough on small business owners, and that describes almost all businesses in San Diego.

The de minimis rule that allowed small packages worth less than $800 to be exempt from tariffs ended on Aug. 29.

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

Waltz & Such and the SD Vintage Dance Society host their 22nd annual beloved tradition, featuring live authentic period music for waltzes, polkas, mixers, and more. Mr. Joe Dyke conducts San Diego’s own Grand Pacific Waltz Orchestra, while the renowned Ms. Joan Walton precepts. She'll also teach an all-levels “Survival Waltz” workshop prior to the ball (11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the same venue), including the specialty and called dances of the evening. DETAILS: https://waltznsuch.org/index.php/special-events/ Tickets also available at Waltz & Such's Friday dance classes: waltznsuch.org/index.php/friday-sessions/ Waltz & Such on Facebook

Give your child the thrill of making their very first video game! In this free, one-hour event, kids in grades 3 and up will work alongside a live instructor to design a main character, add movement, and create simple challenges--then watch their game come to life. It’s a fun, beginner-friendly way to spark creativity, build problem-solving skills, and get them excited about technology. Presented by The League of Amazing Programmers! Registration is required. Visit sandiego.librarymarket.com for more information. Audience: This program is recommended for children in grades 3 through 8. Location: Community Room Mission Valley Branch Library on Facebook

A bipartisan congressional delegation traveled to Denmark to try to deescalate rising tensions. Just as they were finishing, President Trump announced new tariffs on the country until it agrees to his plan of acquiring Greenland.