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The Navy SEAL Museum San Diego features multimedia experiences, including a virtual reality mission to rescue hostages.

The Trump administration cancelled $2 billion of research grants to University of California professors. Their legal team says it has proof that those terminations were unconstitutional.

Songwriter Sanctuary can't think of a better way to celebrate Women's History Month than by getting a few of San Diego's beloved Baby Bushkas together. (For those who are unfamiliar with the internationally acclaimed Kate Bush tribute project that is/was Baby Bushka, go forth and familiarize...we'll wait). With that project currently on a potentially permanent hiatus, we thought it'd be cool to invite Marie Haddad (Midnight Bush), Nancy Ross (Fancy Bush), and Heather Nation (Sugar Bush) to come share their original work with the Songwriter Sanctuary community. For those wishing to practice a little community care, please come out a little early (5:30-6:30 p.m.) for our Pre-Show Pantry Jam to help fill the Normal Heights United community pantry, fridge, and closet with unopened/unexpired food or gently used clothing. Stick around to enjoy busking at dusk, provided on our unplugged “sidewalk stage” by Calamity! About the Artists Marie Haddad: A San Diego Music Award–winning singer-songwriter and composer, Haddad has shared stages with artists like Christine and the Queens and George Benson and has had her songs placed on popular television shows like Dance Moms, RuPaul’s Drag Race, and more. Whether solo at the piano, contributing arrangements to her colleagues' projects, or fronting a full band, she invites listeners to experience beautiful genre-bending soundscapes that transcend the formulaic limitations of traditional pop music. Nancy Ross: A musical theatre performer since childhood, Nancy Ross has built a vibrant creative career that has taken her to stages across the globe. Nancy regularly collaborates with top musicians and local venues to produce music and arts events that mix flavors of nostalgia and fantasy together to showcase her own wonderfully weird world of improv and performance art . Beyond her own musical projects, Nancy is also a dedicated teaching artist who directs youth productions and creates music and movement programs for young performers. Heather Nation: A jill-of-all-trades on vocals, guitar, bass, keys, and synth, Heather is a self-producing songwriter and seasoned session musician who tours with Lauren Mayberry of CHVRCHES and Death Valley Girls. Whether in her home studio or onstage layering shimmering guitars and soulful harmonies, she creates immersive, rhythm-rich performances that make a mark. Event Details Location: Normal Heights United Church. 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego, CA 92116. Suggested Donation: $10+ online or at door; optional “pass the hat” after intermission. No one is turned away for lack of funds. All Ages: We do not censor our artists; please check out the lineup and make the best decision for your family. Parking: Street parking. Food/Drink: Sponsored by Babe Beverages and Duck Foot Brewing Company. Guests are welcome to bring their own food into the venue (please eat and dispose of waste respectfully). There are so many delicious restaurants within walking distance - feel free to grab something take-out and bring it in! Accessibility: Normal Heights United is a 100 year-old building with a non-traditional seating arrangement, but we want guests to feel safe and supported. Please send any accommodation requests to Molly at mollyrose(at)nhunited(dot)org at least five (5) business days prior to the event. Our online RSVP form also includes an optional field where you can disclose accessibility preferences and/or requests. Visit songwritersanctuary-sd.com for accessibility and community care statements. For inquiries, media comps, sponsorship opportunities, or further info, contact Lindsay White at songwritersanctuary@gmail.com or visit songwritersanctuary-sd.com/about. Songwriter Sanctuary on Instagram

The Trump administration cancelled $2 billion of research grants to University of California professors. Their legal team says it has proof that those terminations were unconstitutional.

In 2023 California allocated $500 million in grants for schools to hire literacy coaches and take other steps to boost reading skills.

A community event for all featuring Live Art, Live Music, Great Food, and Fun Drinks! San Diego Made: LIVE! A one night celebration of creativity, community, and the makers who bring our space to life. Open to everyone in San Diego, this Factory Open Studio Night invites you inside San Diego Made to meet all of our incredible tenants. These are the artists, designers, and small businesses that make this place truly special. Wander through working studios, connect with the creators, and experience the energy of a space built on collaboration and craft. San Diego Made is a woman founded, women led nonprofit, and this event reflects our mission of uplifting local talent, fostering creative entrepreneurship, and building a vibrant and inclusive arts community. The evening will feature: - Live art created before your eyes - Exhibits showcasing our tenants’ work - The SD Made Bar with drink specials - Food available for purchase by Miguelitos Live music performances by: - Audrey Herrington and Gustavo Mojica - Katakio IG @Katakiosings - Israel Maldonado and Ilana Queiroz All are welcome! San Diego Made: Website / Facebook / Instagram

R.B. Stevenson Gallery presents "West Coast Visions", a group exhibition of new work by Los Angeles artists Charles Arnoldi, Jimi Gleason, and Astrid Preston, on view June 6 through June 30, 2026. The three painters share a distinctly California sensibility, such as Arnoldi's bold, hard-edged geometric abstractions; Gleason's luminous, iridescent surfaces that shift with the changing light; and Preston's atmospheric color fields overlaid with a fine, hand-painted webbing. Together their work spans the spectrum from structure to dissolve, from solid form to pure light. An opening reception with the artists will be held Saturday, June 6, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. R.B. Stevenson Gallery is located at 7661 Girard Avenue, Suite 101, La Jolla. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit: https://www.rbstevensongallery.com/pages/current_exhibitions.html R.B. Steveson Gallery on Instagram and Facebook

"Summer Nights": San Diego's first underground show! Live performances from vervain, heygwuapo, luvfredo, 18soldiers, and more. A live underground concert bringing together some of the most exciting rising artists from San Diego and beyond. Hosted by "CANTDIEAGAIN", "Summer Nights" delivers high-energy performances, real crowd interaction, and a packed atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else. Performing Live: VERVAIN HEYGWUAPO LUVFREDO & KIFOH 18SOLIDERS PLUTOIMSAD DECEMBER! AYSUHA ROT MORE SPECIAL GUESTS Expect a full night of live performances, a curated lineup, and a true underground concert experience. Doors open at 6 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m. All Ages Come early. This will sell out. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-nights-in-san-diego-tickets-1987842767228?aff=ehometext

Storytellers of San Diego take the Moxie stage and break the fourth wall! This event is more than a Shakespearean aside to the audience. Storytellers directly engage the audience, and take their cues from the audience, wrapping all in the cast spell of Midsummer's Tales. An evening is told out with personal tales, folkloric and literary tales; something for everyone. Midsummer's tale tellers are Lissette Ryan with harp and Tyler Turner, Fred Laskowski, Tammy Burmeister, David Schmidt, Mindy Donner, and Kirk Faulkner. Storytellers of San Diego thank the Moxie Theatre and the Prebys Foundation Grant: Venues and Spaces. This event is not a Moxie Theatre production. Ages 12 and up. Storytellers of San Diego on Facebook

This Sunday, May 31 beginning at 7 a.m., the American Lung Association in California’s annual "LUNG FORCE" Walk will take place at the Carlsbad Flower Fields. This family-friendly event raises critical funds for lifesaving research, early detection initiatives, programs and services to help achieve a world free of lung cancer and lung disease. The event provides an opportunity for engaging video, photos and interviews with participants affected by lung disease and lung cancer. - 5K walk through the Flower Fields’ beautiful farm paths and Pacific Ocean views - Artists gardens, bird aviaries, park benches and activities for the entire family - A Discovery Zone with hands-on, life-changing educational activities focused on protecting your lungs - A children’s playground with wagon rides and a giant inflatable set of lungs - An important opportunity to unite with families from around the region to save lives by promoting lung health and ending lung disease Who: Individuals, families and corporate teams from throughout the North County and all of San Diego who have been impacted by lung disease and lung cancer will be available for interviews onsite. Why: Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths in California and across the U.S. Someone is diagnosed with the disease about every two minutes. But there is hope. More people are surviving lung cancer than ever due to increased awareness and advancements in detection and treatment. The five-year survival rate has increased to nearly 30%, which is a 26% increase over the last five years. The San Diego "LUNG FORCE" Walk has raised millions since 2014 to help end lung cancer. Nationally, "LUNG FORCE" has raised more than $35 million for lifesaving lung cancer research. The American Lung Association in California is encouraging the community to get involved to keep up the momentum and save lives. Visit: https://lungforceevents.lung.org/sandiego American Lung Association on Instagram and Facebook