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Take an armchair journey through local lore and Old California, hosted by David Schmidt, author, musician and storyteller--aided and abetted by members of Storytellers of San Diego. We tell tales live and up close to entertain, inform, mystify and mesmerize, without notes--Moth-style. Enjoy the eclectic, artsy atmosphere and great java in atmospheric Ocean Beach. Bring a friend and enjoy an early evening of arts and culture. Visit: https://www.obtemplate.com/event-details/2nd-mondays-storytellers-of-san-diego-a-free-event-3

Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber With support from Run The Jewels June 21, 2025 @ 8 p.m. (Doors open at 7 p.m.) Twenty-five years ago, the Wu-Tang Clan changed hip-hop music forever. Bursting onto the music scene with the release of "Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)," the group quickly became recognized for its innovative beats and clever lyrics, as well as the diverse personalities and talents that make up its nine member hip-hop group. The Wu Tang Clan has released seven gold and platinum studio albums with worldwide sales of more than 40 million albums. With the release of their debut album in 1993 songs like “C.R.E.A.M and “Protect Ya Neck” introduced hip-hop pioneer, The RZA, as a groundbreaking hip hop craftsman. With lyrics that combine the reality of 1990s New York and the world of martial arts, the Wu-Tang Clan has created a unique mythology that captures the hearts of fans worldwide. Directions and Parking Wu-Tang Clan on Facebook / Instagram

Martin Cooper changed the world when he invented the portable phone. The Motorola company’s four-pound box has evolved into a global army of powerful smartphones weighing ounces.

California lawmakers could set new education requirements for police officers, but the bill has critics from all sides — including former Assemblymember Reggie Jones-Sawyer, who authored the state’s watershed 2021 police reform bill.

The Hotel Oloffson in Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince, long a haven for artists and writers, poets and presidents, a symbol of Haiti's troubled politics and its storied past, has been destroyed by gangs.

Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. –1:30 p.m. (Includes 1/2 hour lunch break) March 19 (1 day; 3.5 total hours of instruction) La Jolla Studio In this workshop you will have a wonderful and rare opportunity to draw two models together! We will have a 20-minute warmup, and then the models will take one long pose. Proportion and sighting will be emphasized, and students will have individual attention from the instructor. You may bring any material (drawing or painting) that you would like to use—excluding oil paints. Butcher paper and charcoal will be provided. The instructor will also bring a variety of drawing materials to try and to play with. We will take a break in the middle, so bring your lunch. A variety of teas, snacks, and water will be provided by the instructor. All skill levels are welcome! Materials: Two or more large sheets of charcoal or pastel paper and one kneaded eraser. Or, if you want to use water media, bring two or more large sheets of mixed-media paper or canvas. Remember to wear clothes that can get dirty! Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/17b Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (Includes 1/2 hour lunch break) March 18 (1 day; 3.5 total hours of instruction) La Jolla Studio In this workshop you will have a wonderful and rare opportunity to draw two models together! We will have a 20-minute warmup, and then the models will take one long pose. Proportion and sighting will be emphasized, and students will have individual attention from the instructor. You may bring any material (drawing or painting) that you would like to use—excluding oil paints. Butcher paper and charcoal will be provided. The instructor will also bring a variety of drawing materials to try and to play with. We will take a break in the middle, so bring your lunch. A variety of teas, snacks, and water will be provided by the instructor. All skill levels are welcome! Materials: Two or more large sheets of charcoal or pastel paper and one kneaded eraser. Or, if you want to use water media, bring two or more large sheets of mixed-media paper or canvas. Remember to wear clothes that can get dirty! Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/classes/17a Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Chess is seeing a global resurgence, sparked by The Queen's Gambit and the pandemic impact on leisure time. India is an emerging power player, with 85 grandmasters and intense chess schools for youth.

The DOJ has sued the entire federal district court in Maryland over an order that puts a temporary hold on deportations, intensifying a confrontation between the Trump administration and the courts.

The iconic San Diego venue, known for championing foreign and independent films, screens its last movie on Jan. 5.