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Explore the science behind a plant-based diet and how it can improve our health and the planet’s too. Learn how people are losing weight, reducing their risk of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer with the power of plant-based foods. Taste-test a variety of food products and take home valuable resources that will inspire you to continue exploring and enjoying the many health and environmental benefits of choosing plant-based foods.

The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep presents the chaotic and empowering tale of Madeleine L’Engles’s "A Wrinkle in Time," adapted by Morgan Gould as its next student production. One of literature’s most enduring young heroines, Meg Murry, is here — braces, stubbornness, and all. Once again, she’s joining forces with Mrs. Whatsit, Charles Wallace, Calvin O’Keefe and more to battle the forces of evil so she can rescue her father, save humanity, and find herself. In the end, we know two things for sure: 1. Love CAN overcome evil and 2. There IS such a thing as a tesseract. This faithful, ensemble-driven adaptation of the beloved novel masterfully retells the story in a fresh and enduring way. Director Benjamin Cole is grinning with joy to share the creative storytelling of his student cast. “Using actor’s bodies, lights, costumes, and sound, our cast is having a blast finding new ways to bring the tale to life,” Cole bursts. “We create several unique ways of 'wrinkling' through time, as well as building characters as described by the adapter as “a stunning creature like a centaur with giant wings. Majestic. Ethereal.” he insists. Assistant Director and Actor/Mentor Benedict Heaps adds, “These students are fearlessly tackling a very difficult script. Watching them turn its abstraction into reality is an awesome experience.” The show runs a mystical 90-100 minutes with one intermission and aims to awe audiences throughout. Additional production staff includes Sound Designer, Marilynn Do; Stage Manager, Paul Smith; Assistant Choreographer, Charlotte Larson; and Lighting Designer, Liam Sullivan. Featured in the cast are (Stewart Armstrong, Poway; Simone Cho, Carmel Valley; Benedict Heaps, Normal Heights; Charlotte Johnson, Encinitas; Wyatt Kirby, Mesa Verde; Abby Klubeck, Del Sur; Niki Minasian, Rancho Santa Fe; Ezri Rohatgi, Encinitas; Maya Rosenberg, Del Mar; Harper Smith, Encinitas; Phoebe Thomas, San Marcos; and Maeve Zavattero, Carlsbad. Performances are Thursday, February 13 through Sunday, February 16 on the MainStage at North Coast Repertory Theatre: 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr. Suite D, Solana Beach, CA 92075 with show times at 10 a.m. February 13 and 14, 5:30 p.m. February 13, 14, and 15, and 2 p.m. February 15 and 16. Ticket prices are regularly $25.00 for adults and $21.00 for seniors 65 and older, children under age 19, and active military. Please call the box office to reserve your tickets today: 858-481-1055. The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep proudly delivers high-quality theatre instruction and seven student theatre productions throughout the year, offering accessible and fun training for various age groups. Check out all the upcoming options on the Theatre School website: www.northcoastreptheatreschool.org. The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep on Facebook / Instagram

If humans are naturally drawn to learning, why do so many children dislike school? Terri Novacek draws from her forty years of research, training, and experience in education (public, charter, and homeschooling) to share insight and strategies that put your child in the driver's seat and keep their love of learning alive. This program will begin with a presentation and end with Q&A.

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Outdoor digital art at UC San Diego; ICA NextGen; San Diego Symphony and fireworks; "The Janeiad" at The Old Globe; "Consequential Dances" at Art Produce; Lambda Archives Intergenerational Exhibit at the Central Library; live music and more arts picks.

Established in 1934, Silver Bay Kennel Club of San Diego (SBKC) is one of the oldest kennel clubs in Southern California. The primary goal of the SBKC is to put on a good show for the exhibitors and to provide educational information and support to all dog fanciers. Additional club participants include: San Diego Labrador Club San Diego Dachshund Club St. Bernard Club of San Diego Toy Dog Fanciers of North San DIego County American Eskimo Dog Club of America Bulldog Club of San Diego County San Diego Collie Club Show is FREE to attend. Save $4 on General Parking by purchasing online at least 24 hours in advance of your visit.

Join us in one of our many habitat restoration projects. Your help is needed to restore precious habitats within San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and the surrounding areas. From removing invasive plants to helping grow native plants indigenous to the area, you help nature thrive, which benefits wildlife and our communities. Nature Collective is a local conservation and science education nonprofit organization. They work to restore habitats, provide healthier waters, and increase wildlife diversity. They are dedicated to conserving the land and providing experiences for people to fall in love with nature. Family Friendly, Ages 6+ (minors with guardians); Accessible Trail Registration Required Location to be shared before the event. RSVP: https://naturecollective.org/event/volunteer-restoration-event-2025-02-15-2/

Join American Me Comedy: Wednesday, February 12, 8 p.m., at the historic La Jolla Comedy Store for an evening of laughs to benefit San Diego based pet therapy group, Love On A Leash®. Jason Rogers and Stefani N. Von Huben are bringing together a hilarious line-up of comics including: Host: Jason Rogers, Headliner: Kris Tinkle, Ali Malik, Kimbles Hume, Phil Morris and Max Kestenbaum. It's going to be a fun night of comedy for a cause in support of Love on a Leash®. Tickets may be purchased online: https://www.showclix.com/event/american-me-lj-212- Tickets are $20 and there is a 2 drink minimum per person (non alcoholic drinks available). Ages 21+ with VALID ID, if you have a foreign ID, you also need a passport! Proceeds from tickets sales will be donated to Love on a Leash®: a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing an avenue for volunteer teams to engage in meaningful and productive animal assisted therapy. The mission of Love on a Leash® is committed to bringing comfort, happiness, and healing to people through pet therapy. Come share this special one-nite comedy event, February 12, as we stand up for Love On A Leash®! With your support, we can make an impact on our San Diego community and together change lives one laugh and leash at a time!

The Rooftop Bar embraces the season of love with the specialty Luxe Forever Package, creating an unforgettable evening of romance and indulgence. This exclusive experience includes a reserved ocean-view table with a cozy blanket, a welcome glass of Mumm Champagne, an aphrodisiac-inspired three-course dinner, a dessert plate featuring a romantic message, and a signature Valentine’s cocktail per person. To elevate the evening, guests will also receive a beautiful floral arrangement to take home, a bottle of Dom Pérignon, and complimentary valet parking. The Rooftop Bar Mission Pacific on Facebook / Instagram

Plant-Based Cooking: National Pizza Day Tasting & Technique TASTING: Sample and rate locally made vegan pizza delivered and commercially made vegan pizzas hot out of the oven Try them, rate them, we'll pick a winner! TECHNIQUE: Learn the art of making pizza from scratch at home. Explore the tools and equipment used and a variety of inspirational plant-based sauces and toppings. It's a National Pizza Day Culinary Arts Challenge!

Join us for a very unique afternoon of food, friendship, and fun at our luncheon and live reading of “Shared Conversations,” a Right to Die play from Canada about a peaceful exit from Alzheimer’s Disease with medical aid in dying. Come enjoy a delicious Chinese lunch, meet like-minded people, and watch a 30-minute reading of specially selected excerpts from the play. View this event on Facebook Lunch Menu: Hot Tea Chicken and Beef Wonton Soup Sesame Bread with Green Onions Vegetable Chow Mein Sweet and Sour Chicken Eggplant with Brown Sauce Mixed Vegetables Lamb with Green Onions Steamed Rice The Hemlock Society of San Diego is a nonprofit organization providing education on end-of-life choices and planning a good death. Hemlock Society of San Diego on Facebook