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In honor of tarte cosmetics’ launch of shape tape at Sephora, please join us for an immersive celebration at the Sephora store at The University Town Center on 2/28 from 12-2 p.m. The elevated in-store experience will be hosted by Liv Walker and include a series of interactive moments designed to bring the #trippinwithtarte energy to life. These offerings include shade matching, custom engraving, giveaways, and exclusive merch. Commemorating the new retailer launch, all Sephora locations will offer 20% off in-store purchases from 2/28/26–3/1/26 as well.

Convoy steps into its cultural era with the first Lunar New Year kickoff celebration ever hosted in the Convoy Cultural District. Hosted by The Doan Foundation, Social Artistry, and Up 2 You Cafe, this event marks the beginning of a new community tradition in one of San Diegos most iconic Pan Asian business corridors. This festival blends the energy of an old-school street night market with a modern community gathering. Attendees can come hungry and expect a stacked lineup of regional food vendors, curated cultural goods, and small businesses offering one-of-a-kind finds. The district will be filled with roaming performances, live lion dance showcases by top San Diego lion dance teams- Legendary Lion Dance and Southern Sea Dragon and Lion Dance, traditional drums, night market lighting, vendors stalls, community art displays, and spaces for families to gather, reconnect, and celebrate the new year in a way the area has missed for decades. If you attend, you can expect: A fully walkable open-air market spanning the heart of the district Bold and immersive lion dance exhibitions performed in the streets A mix of vendors offering cultural goods, apparel, art, and handcrafted items Traditional drums, movement, music, and firecracker finale moments Family meeting points and gathering pockets designed for connection Food stalls bringing cuisines from across the region into one destination Community traditions restored and reshaped for the next generation A celebration built for residents, visitors, creatives, families, and culture carriers With Performances by: White Dragon Martial Arts of East County DJ Qolaj Mochi Cafe Hoa Nghiem Lion Dance & Dancers Chanh Kien Lion Dance & Dancers Soup Pha Dok Kulap Sinlapakorn Legendary Lion Dance Association Southern Sea Dragon & Lion Dance Convoy Rising is designed to be loud, nostalgic, unfiltered and human, rooted in tradition but built to last. This kickoff is about presence, momentum, and reclaiming space for culture. It is where food meets heritage, where community meets celebration, and where Convoy proves it is not just a destination, but a home for cultural pride.

The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library is thrilled to announce its newest offering for young families: Creative Storytime with Ms. Katia. This new program, held on the first Wednesday of each month at 10:30 a.m., is designed to introduce children to the magic of storytelling while fostering an early love for music, art, and literature. Geared for ages 2–5, Creative Storytime is a free, interactive experience featuring songs and stories that celebrate creativity and imagination. After the program, families are invited to stay and explore the Athenaeum’s extraordinary children’s collection, a treasure trove of books on music and art. This collection highlights the library’s dedication to nurturing the next generation of readers and creators. About Ms. Katia Creative Storytime will be led by Katia Graham, a passionate librarian, storyteller, and advocate for literacy. Based in San Diego, Graham brings a wealth of experience and creativity to the Athenaeum. She is a member of the Freedom to Read Statement Taskforce for the Office for Intellectual Freedom of the American Library Association and has served as Youth Services Librarian at La Jolla/Riford Public Library and Children’s Librarian at Coronado Public Library. Graham is the founder of Librarian on the Go, an initiative dedicated to promoting literacy and information access. She has a master’s degree in library and information science from the University of Southern California, a second master’s in broadcast journalism from Columbia University, and a bachelor’s degree in English from Barnard College. A former reporter, Graham honed her storytelling skills in newsrooms, including KYMA, NY1 News, and ABC World News Tonight. In addition to her other programs, she proudly leads a bilingual storytime and developed San Diego Public Library's initiative to combat the Spanish disinformation crisis. Discover the Athenaeum’s Children’s Section The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library’s children’s section is a hidden gem in La Jolla, offering an exceptional selection of books on music and art for young readers. Whether it’s introducing a budding musician to the works of Beethoven or sparking an early appreciation for Picasso, our collection has something for every young mind. This resource complements the library’s mission to inspire a lifelong love of the arts. For more information, call us at (858) 454-5872. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Lemon Grove City Council members on Tuesday night celebrated the “Lemon Grove Incident,” which was a precursor to the landmark Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court case.

Wambūi Karanja of Kenya is "one to watch," says the Alzheimer's Association. Coping with her dad's condition inspired her to develop a training program for families on the art of caregiving.

What better way to celebrate valentine's day than dinner & a show, dancing, live art, and vendors? Quartyard presents: "Everytime We Touch" A Valentine's Day special with Honeycomb, PlexusPlay, Match.a.mor, and Indigo Valet All three of these musical artists bring heavy hitting energy and lovely vibes for the dance floor this holiday. PlexusPlay will pre-release his iconic remix of Cascada’s “Everytime We Touch” via valentine cards. We'll also be inviting two audience members to control the One Touch Moment with just the electricity running between their hands. Discounted tickets for couples!

More than a week of the U.S. and Israel's war against Iran has dragged in global powers, upended the world's energy and transport sectors, and brought chaos to usually peaceful areas of the region.

For over a quarter of a century, Jonathan Larson’s "RENT" has inspired us to choose love over fear and to live without regret. This Tony Award® and Pulitzer Prize-winning phenomenon follows a year in the lives of a diverse group of artists and friends struggling to follow their dreams without selling out. It has become more than a musical – it’s a cultural touchstone, a rite of passage and a source of joy and strength for millions. "RENT" has become a part of us forever. Whether you’ve never seen "RENT" or have completely lost count, you can’t miss it this time around – presented in New Village Arts’ intimate theatre in the heart of Carlsbad Village. Content advisory: Please note, this production contains adult language and themes, depictions of homophobia, substance abuse and addiction, death and housing vulnerability. Previews: October 31-November 7, 2025 Opening Night: November 8, 2025 Dea Hurston Industry Night: December 8, 2025 October 31-December 24, 2025 Tickets start at $35!* *All orders are subject to a flat $3 processing fee. $35 reflects our student ticket price. Regular ticket prices range from $35–$80. Performance Schedule as follows: Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. Select Fridays at 2 p.m. Fridays at 7:30 p.m. Saturdays at 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Sundays at 2 p.m. Visit: https://newvillagearts.org/series/rent/ New Village Arts on Instagram and Facebook

U.S. forces have carried out new defensive strikes on an Iran military facility after downing Iranian attack drones. That's according to U.S. officials who were not authorized to comment publicly and spoke on the condition of anonymity.

Ballet Folklorico Ti-Pai and Ballet Folklorico Kumeyaay will be dancing traditional dances of Mexico in a wedding themed showcase. Ballet Folklorico Ti-Pai was founded in December 2014 by its general director Eduardo Romero Murillo in the San Diego County. The main objective of the group is to promote Mexican Ballet Folklore dance arts locally, and internationally. With just 10 years of the group being founded, it has showcased traditional Dances of Mexico throughout San Diego, Tijuana and Rosarito, Las Vegas, Salinas CA. as well as winning first place and second place here at the Fiesta de Reyes competition in 2017, second place in 2018, First Place in 2019 and 1st place at Las Vegas Dance Competition. Under the general direction of Eduardo Romero & artistic director Mariana Perezchica we present to you “Ballet Folklorico Ti-Pai.”