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Forever Balboa Park’s newly created sPARK Awards recognize people and organizations that amplify Balboa Park’s distinct role and increase its positive impact on wellbeing through creativity, collaboration, and imagination. Join us for a night of celebrating outstanding achievements in innovation! The evening’s festivities include a cocktail reception with heavy hors d'oeuvres, a speakers panel focused on innovation and change-making in San Diego, and the awards presentation. The three categories of awards are Igniting Innovation, Crossing Boundaries, and Enhancing Ecosystems. Each awardee will be given a cash prize for their nonprofit of affiliation to fuel continued innovation and curiosity. The deadline for nominations is Friday, February 24, and organizations and individuals are invited to self-nominate. For information on tickets, nominations, and sponsorship opportunities, please visit here. Stay Social! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

From 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. This workshop teaches the basics in Stained Glass. No previous glass experience is needed. During the workshop, students will complete a small project using glass they select from a variety of colors and textures. Different patterns are available to choose from. Students will learn how to handle glass, cut and grind glass, apply copper foil, and solder pieces together. Glass is included in the class price and all tools are supplied. Material fee: $10 payable to the instructor at the start of the workshop. No experience necessary. Ages 14+ welcome. • Scholarships available • Homeschoolers welcome • Military and sibling discounts Stay Social! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Sunday, March 26 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (w/1hr lunch break) Learn the ancient fiber craft of weaving your own fabric using a sustainably harvested wooden Rigid Heddle Loom and soft natural fibers. In his hands-on workshop, instructor Jeanine Ertl will teach you everything you need to know to warp and weave on your own. This class is perfect for anyone who’s been curious about weaving beyond a lap loom and wants to learn the warping and weaving processes. We’ll dive into fiber & fabric and demystify the process of getting set up (otherwise known as warping a loom), weaving, and finally, finishing and removing a woven fiber good from the loom! And, you’ll go home with handwoven fabric in-hand. Length of the final piece will depend on the individual’s own pace. All materials included. No experience necessary. Ages 14+ welcome! In this workshop you’ll learn: * How a Rigid Heddle Loom works; * How to Plan a Textile (e.g. sett, basic pattern & choosing fiber, etc.) * How to Warp a Rigid Heddle; * How to Weave; * How to Remove your Woven; * And, How to Finish a freshly Handwoven Textile. OPTION: Students will weave on my Ashford looms in-class. The instructor will have a variety of Ashford looms (Sample It and Knitters Looms) present for purchase in class. Please contact Jeanine at aninidesigns@gmail.com if you have any questions or specific looms you’re interested in beforehand. • Scholarships available • Homeschoolers welcome • Military and sibling discounts Stay Social! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Saturday, March 25 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Come learn the ropes (ha ha!) and join us for an outdoor DIY macramé plant hanger class! These plant hangers are perfect for any home decor, whether you’re going for a boho chic look or simply just want to add a touch of nature to a room. Did you know that plants filter the air in your living space? The more plants, the cleaner the air you breathe! Materials are provided in the class fee (except for the plant). Bring your pot with you if you have a specific size to fit! No experience necessary. Ages 11+ welcome and ages 8-10 with an adult! Stay Social! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

On Friday, March 3 at 7 p.m., Coronado Public Library, in partnership with Warwick's bookstore, will host Rebecca Makkai as she discusses and signs her new book "I Have Some Questions for You" with author Lacy Crawford. Rebecca Makkai's last novel, "The Great Believers," was a finalist for both the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award; winner of the ALA Carnegie Medal, the Stonewall Book Award, the Clark Prize, and the LA Times Book Prize; and named one of the New York Times’ Ten Best Books of 2018. This event is free and open to the public. Seating is first-come, first-served, subject to availability. Limited preferred seating is available with purchase of "I Have Some Questions for You" through Warwick's bookstore. Please visit https://www.warwicks.com/event/makkai-2023 or call the store at 858-454-0347 for more information. Warwick's on Facebook / Instagram Coronado Public Library on Facebook / Instagram

Due to inclement weather, Sesame Place San Diego is closed tomorrow, Saturday, February 25. Sesame Place San Diego is celebrating the arrival of Elmo’s adopted puppy, Tango, with the park’s first Pet Adoption Weekend on February 25 and 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is in partnership with Petco and Petco Love Foundation. Guests will be able to meet rescue dogs from local partner shelters in front of the park and learn more about the pet adoption process. There will also be special appearances by Elmo and Tango! Participating animal shelters include: • Helen Woodward Animal Center • Passion for Pitties • San Diego Humane Society • Rancho Coastal Humane Society • Chula Vista Animal Center • Rescue FENIX Pet Adoption Weekend is free, located in front of the Sesame Place park entrance, and does not require paid admission into Sesame Place to attend the Pet Adoption Weekend. Guests will receive a special discount on admission to the park the day of the event. To learn more about Pet Adoption Weekend, please visit www.SesamePlaceSanDiego.com/Petco. Sesame Place San Diego on Facebook / Instagram / Twitter

Pine Needle Basket Weaving March 19 from 10 a,m. – 2 p.m. Learn to make a basket made from long leaf pine needles, using waxed Irish linen, an assortment of beads or other embellishments, starting with a stone center. Topics to be covered include the differences between pine needle types, preparing the needles, waxed Irish linen, basket centers, embellishing your basket, and how to start and how to finish your basket. Students have the option to weave a basket, a pendant, or an ornament. Basketweaving is a wonderful way to recycle from nature and is also a meditative activity. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome. Material fee payable to the instructor at the start of class. • Scholarships available • Homeschoolers welcome • Military and sibling discounts San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

The Navy is making its case for why the 2020 fire onboard the USS Bonhomme Richard was arson. San Diego's elected leaders are looking to conservatorships to address the homeless crisis, but an investigation found gaps in the system.

Health care workers are experiencing a mental health crisis, according to a new report published by the CDC this week.

The UAW reached a tentative labor agreement with Ford, although it still needs to be signed off by UAW's Ford leadership and then ratified by its full member