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Looking for the perfect way to wind down after the weekend? Birch Aquarium hosts Birch After Hours every Sunday evening from 5 – 7 p.m. Enjoy an all-ages experience featuring discounted tickets and a relaxing vibe! Visit: https://aquarium.ucsd.edu/events/birch-after-hours Birch Aquarium at Scripps on Instagram and Facebook

The pool is being resurfaced in a shade more akin to that of a swimming pool. It's one of many physical changes Trump is planning for the nation's capital.

NPR visits the last detention camp for ISIS wives and children in an increasingly precarious northeastern Syria.

Best-selling award-winning children’s and young adult author Maggie Tokuda-Hall delivers the 5th Annual Clara Breed Civil Liberties Lecture, named after heroic former San Diego Public Library director Clara E. Breed. Maggie Tokuda-Hall is the author of numerous award winning children’s and YA books including "Love in the Library" and "The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea". She has been called “… one of the most unflinching voices in contemporary genre literature.” She reached national attention when she publicly refused to accept a licensing offer for "Love in the Library", from Scholastic, who demanded a series of edits to her author’s note that whitewashed the history of Japanese American incarceration during WWII. The Clara Breed Civil Liberties Lecture honors Miss Breed's triple legacy of service, decency, and advocacy on behalf of Japanese Americans wrongly imprisoned in concentration camps by the federal government during World War II. Learn more about this on our website: mysdpl.org/civilliberties. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/clara-breed-civil-liberties-lecture-ft-maggie-tokuda-hall-493943 Maggie Tokuda-Hall on Instagram

Recommended for ages 2-5, this storytime program includes books, songs, games, and early literacy fun! A to-go craft will be provided at the end. Audience: Young children Location: Community Room Visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/mission-valley-library Mission Valley Branch Library on Facebook

During this 60 minute presentation Patrick Kappel, recognized by the San Diego Business Journal as one of San Diego's most influential real estate professionals, will provide you with real data and insights into the San Diego real estate market by sharing with you economic information collected from numerous sources to provide you with a clear image of the current real estate market and what you can expect as a buyer or seller going into 2026. If you are considering buying or selling real estate, or if you would simply like to get a pulse on the status of the San Diego real estate market and the likely direction our market will go, then you won't want to miss this webinar! Join us for an in-depth discussion centered around the economy, real estate, and real data. Patrick Kappel CalDRE 02017034 Kappel Realty Group|Compass San Diego kappelrealtygroup.com Patrick Kappel on Facebook / Instagram

The Westgate’s signature Afternoon Tea is being reimagined for Galentine’s, featuring a refined three-course experience with premium teas, savory selections and Valentine’s-themed specialty desserts, all complemented by live harp music. Parking: $10 for three hours with validation Price of the Event: - $55 Adults (Plus Tax & Gratuity) - $35 Children Ages 2–12 (Plus Tax & Gratuity) - Complimentary for Infants 1 & Under Visit: https://www.westgatehotel.com/events/ The Westgate Hotel on Facebook / Instagram

Blending Middle Eastern music with elements of jazz and Western classical styles, Ali Paris has captivated audiences with his mastery on the qanun, a traditional instrument dating back to the 14th century. He’s performed all across the country—from the Kennedy Center to Lincoln Center and beyond. Hear his unforgettable global rhythms at The Conrad in the Wu Tsai QRT.yrd! Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/2026-ali-paris/ Ali Paris on Instagram and Facebook

The quartet will perform a tribute to the music of John Coltrane in honor of his centennial, featuring a variety of his compositions, as well as standards and original works inspired by Coltrane’s techniques. This concert is FREE and part of The Wu Tsai QRT.yrd Concert Series. This concert runs from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Please note this event is first come, first served. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/2026-brian-levy-quartet/ La Jolla Music Society on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for a deep dive into the world of VA loans and homebuying - let's turn your service into sold and hand you keys to your new home! VA Homebuying Seminar designed for veterans, active-duty service members, and military families seeking to better understand their VA home loan benefits and how to buy a home with $0 down! This free seminar provides a comprehensive overview of the VA homebuying process, including eligibility requirements, available benefits, and key considerations for purchasing a home using a VA loan. Attendees will gain clear, practical guidance to help them make informed decisions with confidence and build wealth through real estate sharing real case studies and examples from people just like you! Seminar topics include: VA loan entitlement – understand it and maximize the benefits available to you Why Renting IS more expensive than owning – and we’ll show you the numbers Understanding zero down payment options- how you can buy a home with little to NO MONEY out of your own pocket How to use your VA loan multiple times Overview of VA loan benefits from experts with lived experience The step-by-step homebuying process Common homebuying mistakes to avoid The seminar is taught by Patrick Kappel of the Kappel Realty Group at Compass. Patrick is a retired United States Navy Lieutenant Commander and a graduate of the United States Naval Academy. He started his Navy career as an enlisted sailor prior to earning his commission. Patrick bought his first property as a young Ensign and has grown his real estate portfolio to more than 13 rental units in San Diego. Drawing on his military service and personal and professional real estate experience, Mr. Kappel offers a disciplined, educational approach focused on data, education, and service to the military community. He was named one of San Diego’s Most Influential Veterans and one of San Diego’s Most Influential Residential Real Estate Agents by the San Diego Business Journal. His real estate team is in the top 1% of large Real Estate teams in San Diego and in the U.S. Jared Kelley and his team at Barrett Financial are experts in the VA loan and working with our active duty and veteran military members to maximize their valuable VA loan benefits. He and his team have navigated and closed more than $100 million in loans for Military Families. Event details: Wednesday, February 11 from 5 – 7 p.m. Dinner & Networking from 5 - 5:45 followed by the presentation and Q&A MISSION VALLEY - 3111 Camino Del Rio N suite 905. This is a free event for veterans and military families This seminar is strictly educational in nature and is intended to provide attendees with reliable information and an opportunity to ask questions in a professional setting. Advance registration is requested. Click Register to reserve your spot. Patrick Kappel | CalDRE 02017034 Kappel Realty Group | Compass San Diego Kappelrealtygroup.com This message is intended for informational purposes only and is not an advertisement or offer to lend. All mortgage products are subject to credit and property approval. Rates, program terms, and conditions are subject to change without notice. This is not a commitment to lend. Please contact a licensed mortgage lender for more information and to discuss your specific financial needs. NMLS ID: 1676089