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Come find out about the uniqueness and wonder of ferns and lycophytes. CNPS, San Diego Chapter presents a talk by Jon P. Rebman about local Ferns and Lycophytes. Jon P. Rebman, Ph.D. and Annette Winner are the authors of a new filed guide titled “Ferns and Lycophytes of San Diego County”. This field guide has descriptions, keys for identification, local natural history information, and a color plate for each species that shows all of the key characters important for getting to know these species. This publication is part of the San Diego Natural History Museum’s journal series, the Proceedings of the San Diego Society of Natural History. It will be available for purchase at the meeting, and may be signed by Dr. Rebman. Our meeting starts at 6 p.m. with some socializing, book sales, and information on our upcoming Garden Tour on April 11 & 12, followed by the presentation at 7 p.m. CNPS-San Diego Chapter on Facebook / Instagram

Create your own dream catcher! This craft class for teens ages 12 and up will be led by teachers from the San Diego American Indian Health Center. All materials and instructions will be provided to make your own beautiful piece. Registration is required. Visit sandiego.librarymarket.com for more information. Audience: Recommended for ages 12-17 Location: Community Room Mission Valley Branch Library on Facebook

The Kook Run 2026 will be Sunday, Feb. 8 at 7:20 a.m. Both a fun run and a professional race, The Kook Run is a SoCal Big Game Sunday tradition, where thousands kick off the morning with a 5K/10K fun run and costumed race along the Pacific Coast. The 10K race is the fastest on the west coast and will again be made up of an international field of runners, as well as the top runners in Southern California. In 2026, all elite runners will be racing for a cash purse of $3,000 on the most picturesque 10K course on the West Coast. The kids will get their own day to run at the 5th Annual Junior Kook Run, with a modified course for kids, from 400 yards to one mile, on Saturday, Feb. 7 for kids ages 3-12 at the Ecke YMCA, during packet pick-up, starting at 9:00 a.m. The Costume Contest is one of the most entertaining aspects of the event – and that is what makes this event so fun. The contest awards the top three in each of the following categories: “Best Group Theme,” “Best ‘Kook’ Theme,” and “Most Original.” Costume contest participants need to register/check-in at the Costume Contest Registration table between 6:30 a.m. and 7:15 a.m. The costume award ceremony will immediately follow the 5K race. Winners must be present to win. For rules and more info, visit www.thekookrun.com. The Kook Run is proud to donate a portion of all proceeds to the Ecke YMCA of Encinitas. The Right Hand Angels will be the beneficiary of the event’s Beer Garden sales, as well as participating in the event with their chariot runners. Registration is now open – $59.83 ($54.50, today) for the 5K (3.1 miles), $83.26 ($73.67, today) for the 10K (6.2 miles) and $14.56 for the Junior Kook Run. Each participant receives a premium T-shirt and finisher’s medal. The course starts under the world famous “Encinitas” sign on the historic Coast Hwy 101 in beautiful Encinitas, Calif. This scenic loop passes by the famous “Cardiff Kook” statue, rises above some of the most popular surf breaks in the world and heads down to Cardiff State Beach. Water stations are provided throughout the course. Race Day and Costume Contest registration opens at 6:30 a.m. Welcome and introductions take place at 7:00 a.m. The Elite/10K race start is 7:20 a.m., while the 5K and Costume Division race starts at 8:05 a.m. The awards ceremony is at 9:15 a.m. Advance packet and T-shirt pick-up will be held at the Ecke YMCA – 200 Saxony Road in Encinitas (92024) – Saturday, Feb. 7 between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. One of the “coolest” aspects of the race is its Finish Line Festival at Moonlight Plaza – featuring highlights for Kooks of all ages. The energy will be rocking with live music, breakfast tacos, a Vendor Village, games and activities, and a beer garden, featuring local breweries. EVENT PARKING: Public Parking can be found on Southwest corner of S. Vulcan Ave and E st. Encinitas Library Lot (corner of E D St and Cornish Dr) Civic Center parking Lot (East side of S. Vulcan ave between and D St. and E St) Street parking on 2nd and 3rd street (Between C St and K St) Moonlight Beach Parking Lot (corner of C St and 3rd St) TRANSPORTATION: To help with parking on race morning we encourage using a bicycle, carpooling, ride share services, and other local public transportation to arrive onsite. The train and bus station is only 1 block away. If you are using Uber or Lyft we suggest using the Encinitas Library address as a drop and pickup point so you can walk down to the event area. (540 Cornish Dr, Encinitas, 92024) For more information on the event, visit www.thekookrun.com.

Develop new skills for connecting and communicating more effectively with a person experiencing memory loss, and strategies on how to respond when interactions are challenging. FREE & open to the community! For more information or to preregister visit alzsd.org/classes or call (858) 492-4400. Alzheimer's San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

"Dave Eassa: Head Above the Clouds" presents new paintings, sculpture, and installation by San Diego–based artist Dave Eassa, developed through sustained collaboration with local youth and community partners. The exhibition centers on a new suite of paintings by Eassa and functions as an immersive environment shaped by shared authorship, with participants contributing stories, drawings, and ideas that inform the installation. The project centers grief, resilience, and hope through collective making as core elements of the exhibition. California Center for the Arts Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate the tradition of hanami at the annual Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum Cherry Blossom Festival March 12-15, 2026. Join us from March 12-15 for an exciting lineup of special performances, featuring guest acts on March 14 and 15! Come see new attractions, including a wall of lanterns and community art. Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day of including activities in our children's area! Sample a variety of cultural food, or delicious beverages in the popular beer and sake garden, nestled in the lower garden. Don’t miss the chance to shop from our amazing local vendors in the upper garden, and then take a leisurely stroll through the cherry blossom grove. It’s the perfect way to celebrate spring! Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum on Facebook / Instagram

The Children’s Museum of Discovery is celebrating Museum Month, offering families the chance to discover, build, experiment, and play together. With the Museum Month pass, families receive 50% off admission for up to four people at the Children’s Museum of Discovery and more than 70 participating museums and cultural sites throughout San Diego. Passes are available through public libraries or as a digital download. Children’s Museum of Discovery on Facebook / Instagram

Designed as an intimate alternative to traditional bridal expos, the open house invites guests to explore Temecula Creek Inn’s scenic wedding settings and recently renovated guest rooms, enjoy food tastings, view décor inspiration, and meet the property’s preferred wedding vendors, all in a relaxed, personalized environment. During the afternoon, guests will have the opportunity to experience several of the property’s signature wedding venues, including: - The Historic Stone House, built in the late 1800s and tucked beneath century-old oaks, offering a secluded setting ideal for romantic ceremonies and large-scale receptions - The Meadows, an expansive outdoor lawn surrounded by eucalyptus and magnolia trees, complete with nearby waterfall and patio spaces - Garden and plaza venues throughout the property, offering flexible options for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and al fresco celebrations Temecula Creek Inn on Facebook / Instagram

In this first part of our yearly Midday Wrapped, two of the Midday Edition producers talk about the conversations that stood out to them in 2025.

On the last day of 2025, we’re taking a look back at some of our favorite Midday Edition conversations this year.