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The Tony-winning director steps into a new role at New York's Roundabout Theatre Company while reflecting on nearly two decades of premieres, festivals and community impact in San Diego.

Enjoy a special garden workshop in the Trudy Bronner Discovery Garden with local, seasonal ingredients from Jimbo’s! Today’s recipe: Make delicious tacos using organic ingredients from Jimbo’s! Pre-registration is not required. FREE with Museum Admission. Children’s Museum of Discovery on Facebook / Instagram

Dr. Rima Greenhill will discuss how a close reading of "The Winter’s Tale" will reveal the author’s detailed knowledge of Muscovite life, culture, climate, and Anglo-Russian marriage negotiations. And you will learn why the play contains the stage direction “Exit, pursued by a bear.” Dr. Greenhill is a Senior Lecturer in Russian language in the department of Slavic languages and literatures at Stanford University. Prior to that she taught at the School of Slavonic and East European Languages, London University where she also received her PhD in Russian language and literature. She is the author of "Shakespeare, Elizabeth and Ivan: The Role of English-Russian Relations in Love’s Labours Lost." To RSVP, visit: https://sandiegoshakespearesociety.org/event/shakespeare-and-the-daughter-of-the-russian-emperor/ San Diego Shakespeare Society on Facebook / Instagram

Join Benjamin Cole, Director of Theatre School Education and Outreach at North Coast Repertory Theatre, for a lively conversation about how to act Shakespeare. Don’t miss this special event as there will also be live demonstrations of the principles discussed. With over 20 years of professional acting experience, Ben has been seen on stage locally at The Old Globe, The La Jolla Playhouse, North Coast Repertory Theatre, and many others. In addition to his work at NCRT, he is an adjunct professor of Theatre at Grossmont College. Ben earned his Master of Fine Arts in Acting from Western Illinois University, his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting/Directing from Central Michigan University and studied acting through New York University in Ireland. He has experience acting, teaching, directing, and fight choreographing all over the country including work with the Orlando Shakespeare Theater, the Oklahoma Shakespearean Festival, and the Illinois Shakespeare Festival. San Diego Shakespeare Society on Facebook / Instagram

This history play chronicles the political turmoil in England, focusing on the power struggles among nobles, the rise of the Duke of York, and the rebellion led by Jack Cade, all while King Henry VI remains weak and ineffective. Bill Glaser is our director. San Diego Shakespeare Society on Facebook / Instagram

This history play chronicles the political turmoil in England, focusing on the power struggles among nobles, the rise of the Duke of York, and the rebellion led by Jack Cade, all while King Henry VI remains weak and ineffective. Bill Glaser is our director. San Diego Shakespeare Society on Facebook / Instagram

Appetites will be put to the test at El Chingon, the popular “Bad Ass Mexican” hotspot at 560 Fifth Ave. in the Gaslamp Quarter. The restaurant will honor National Fish Taco Day with a high-energy fish taco eating challenge for serious taco fans on Sunday, Jan. 25. Taco enthusiasts with big appetites will be hooked on the eating challenge, which will have competitors racing to see who can finish five Jorge’s Taco de Pescado tacos the fastest. The fan-favorite features battered cod topped with shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, Mexican citrus cream and chipotle cream. Check-in will begin at 5:30 p.m., and the challenge will start at 6 p.m. Registration is free and available through the Eventbrite website. Those cheering from the sidelines can fuel up with El Chingon’s extensive menu, with standout dishes such as the California burrito with carne asada, loaded fries, pico de gallo, Mexican citrus cream and Chingón cheese blend; a taco plate with a choice of any three tacos served with rice and refried beans; and the Mexican Cuban, a fresh take on the classic Cuban sandwich made with slow-braised beef birria, melted Swiss cheese, pickled jalapeños and mustard on buttery Cuban bread; among others. Guests can raise a glass to the champion with El Chingon’s standout sips, including the Battle of Juárez made with Cazadores Blanco, lime, guava, agave and R&D Fire Bitters; the Mexican Firing Squad with spirit, lime, house-made grenadine and R&D House Bitters; and the Pancho Villa featuring El Jimador Blanco, lime, salt and a choice of Jarritos; among others. More information about El Chingon is available on the website at www.ElChingon.com/San-Diego, by calling 619-501-1919 and on Facebook and Instagram at @ElChingonSD

For the past three years, neighbors in Scripps Ranch have been showing up for children in need — changing their futures in ways most people don’t even know about. Now, the secret is out and it’s time to invite the community in. We’re expanding our team of Difference Makers to support schools like Chollas Mead Elementary, where 94% of students live below the poverty level. These children deserve the same chance to thrive as students right here in Scripps Ranch. Come and discover what’s been happening and how YOU can be a DIFFERENCE MAKER in 2026. P.S. This is NOT a fundraiser. Leave your wallet at home. Bring a good heart, kindness and a willingness to make a DIFFERENCE!

2-hour guided activity tour with archery, hatchet throwing, slingshot range, farm animals, and interactive reptile show. Prepaid registration through the online store is required to attend. Spots are limited. $25 per person ages 4 to adult. Kids 3 and under are free to accompany a paying adult, but will not be participating in archery, hatchet throwing, or slingshots. Use digital discount code FACEBOOK for 20% off your purchase! https://www.fortcross.com/farmtouradventure

Immigration lawyers who have little experience with habeas corpus petitions are turning to informal networks and a software developer from Chicago to help them with their cases.