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Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the second Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 9:30 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 1.5 to 2 hours and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. April 13 Tour: Kate Sessions and Balboa Park, Part 1 (Tour begins at Kate Session Statue on West Mesa) Named the “Mother of Balboa Park,” Kate Sessions had a major impact on the flora of San Diego at the turn of the century and continues to influence the plants seen today. This walk explores one of her “hidden gardens” from when she had a nursery/experimental demonstration garden in Balboa Park. Along the way her remarkable accomplishments in shaping the landscape with plants brought from around the world will be discussed. A citizen scientist, entrepreneur, and horticulturalist, Sessions devoted her life to learning and disseminating knowledge. Meet at the Kate Sessions Statue located one block east of 6th and Laurel Street.

Join us for a stimulating presentation and discussion on Buddhist arts and its global presence. As Buddhism spread from India to the rest of the world in the 6th century BCE and evolved in each host country, Buddhist visual art followed in its footstep. The speaker, Venerable Man Kuang, is one of the editors of the 20 volume Encyclopedia of Buddhist Arts, the first comprehensive compilation of Buddhist art in the world covering architecture, grottoes, sculpture, paintings, crafts, and calligraphy. For more information visit: sandiego.librarymarket.com

Join us for a discussion and celebration of The Disintegrating Conscience and the Decline of Modernity, the latest book by Steven D. Smith, Warren Distinguished Professor of Law, co-executive director of the Institute for Law and Religion, and the co-executive director of the Institute for Law and Philosophy at the University of San Diego. A reception and book signing are included. For more information visit: sandiego.edu

Join us on Saturday, December 9 from 6 - 8:30 p.m. for our final Open Studios of 2023, featuring a special guest performance by celebrated San Diego-based Malashock Dance Company! Dancer and choreographer Jessica Rabanzo Flores, and composer and musician Rann Golamco will present an excerpt from a longer work entitled “she is what she is and she is whole.” Visitors may also tour our visual artist studios, catch other live performances by our resident musicians, grab a bite to eat at Tacoland SD taco truck, and mingle with fellow guests and artists alike. As always, entry is free. Please take special note that our hours are different this time. Check S4A's website as the date nears for a full schedule of the evening’s performances. For more information visit: sdspace4art.org Stay Connected on Facebook

This weekend in San Diego arts and culture: Site-specific dance along the trolley line; Kazim Ali and poets without borders; motel soap art; "Dragon Mama," Picasso-inspired music; hip-hop art and more.

Leapin’ lizards! America’s most beloved musical "ANNIE" will once again be presented at the Historic Star Theatre in downtown Oceanside, giving a whole new generation the chance to experience this classical musical about never giving up hope. Boasting one of Broadway’s most memorable scores, including "It’s a Hard Knock Life", "Easy Street", "Never Fully Dressed without a Smile", and the ever-optimistic "Tomorrow", Annie is a delightful theatrical experience for the entire family! Special Seating: If front-row seating is required for someone with special needs please contact the office 760.721.9983 and they will be happy to provide assistance over the phone. For more information visit: startheatreco.com Stay Connected on Social Media Instagram: @thestartheatre Facebook: @startheatreco X: @StarTheatre TikTok: @startheatreco

Join us for a special Halloween lunch filled with spooky cocktails, take-home glassware, and a DJ playing all the ghoulish hits! For more information visit: lumirooftop.com Stay connected on Facebook

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