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Curious about entrepreneurship but not sure where to start? This 5-day course is designed for teens excited to learn about starting their own businesses. Through lectures from UC San Diego faculty, teamwork, exercises, and discussions with founders of startups, you’ll learn how to come up with viable business ideas; understand the marketing mix and choose your target customer; and develop your positioning and entrepreneurial strategy. The program culminates with a team pitch to expert judges from our startup community! Audience: 9th through 12th grades Location: Homeschool Resource Center REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/launchpad-entrepreneurship-boot-camp-412712

Calls for generational change and dissatisfaction with the status quo have been at the center of campaigns by younger candidates. While that has lifted some to victory, others have fallen short.

Join us for the Makers Arcade 2025 Spring Fair, set against the stunning backdrop of Waterfront Park in downtown San Diego! On Saturday and Sunday, April 26-27, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., experience a vibrant weekend filled with creativity, community, and fun. Explore over 120 unique handmade vendors offering locally crafted goods, from artisan jewelry and home decor to bespoke clothing and original artwork. Indulge in delicious bites at our food truck court, and sip on refreshing drinks from cocktail, mocktail, and beer bars. Capture memories at our interactive photo booths, get hands-on at our make-and-take craft stations, and immerse yourself in the joyful atmosphere with live music and engaging interactive art and play areas for all ages. Children under 10 are free, and there is a $5 suggested entry donation for adults that supports the "San Diego Made" Don't miss this celebration of creativity and community spirit—see you at Waterfront Park! Visit: https://www.makersarcade.com/spring-fair-2025

Indulge in an unforgettable evening of food, storytelling, and tradition as the Tavolo Tasting Tour returns for a limited-time this spring, now led by Joe Busalacchi, the visionary behind Little Italy’s renowned Busalacchi Restaurants. As a pioneer of the neighborhood’s culinary scene for decades, Joe will personally guide guests through an intimate journey celebrating his family’s heritage, childhood favorites, and signature recipes. With only 12 seats available per night, this exclusive dining experience allows guests to connect with the man behind the legacy, enjoying personal stories and insights into the family’s deep-rooted passion for food, and try off-menu items for a behind-the-scenes look into the Busalacchi family’s kitchen. The tours will take place on April 14, 15, 16 and May 19, 20, 21 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The evening unfolds across three of the Busalacchi family’s beloved restaurants, each offering a unique course and beverage pairing: Lala: Guests will begin at 5 p.m. with handcrafted cocktails and light appetizers, setting the stage for an unforgettable night. Barbusa: The group will head next door to enjoy a curated selection of appetizers, pasta, and wine, all inspired by Joe’s personal and family recipes. Nonna: The journey concludes with a decadent dessert course on Nonna’s charming back patio, paired with a choice of cocktail, wine, or espresso. Tickets are priced at $200 per person (gratuity not included), with all cocktails and beverages provided throughout the evening. This exclusive dining experience is a rare opportunity to get up close and personal with Joe Busalacchi, hear the stories behind the flavors, and be part of the Busalacchi family’s rich culinary tradition. Tickets are expected to sell quickly. Secure your seat for this intimate and exclusive event today by visiting the Barbusa or Nonna websites.

Since he announced his intention to impose a 100% tariff on movies made outside of the United States, President Trump has hedged, saying he's open to meeting with industry leaders.

Mission Fed ArtWalk – San Diego’s original fine art festival – will fill the streets of San Diego’s Little Italy district with more than 250 visual artists, four music stages, interactive art for families, food and fun, This year, the 41st annual event, Mission Fed ArtWalk is the largest and longest-running fine art festival in Southern California bringing a weekend-long celebration of arts and culture to San Diego’s Little Italy. The free annual festival attracts locals and visitors to San Diego’s Little Italy, giving all an opportunity to meet more than 250 local, national, and international artists, and purchase art directly from the artists. The event boasts artists from every medium of art, including painting, sculpture, glass work, photography, fine jewelry and more. After browsing and purchasing one-of-a-kind works of art, attendees can enjoy four stages of live music, interactive art experiences, street food, family-friendly art projects at KidsWalk and more. Mission Fed ArtWalk attracts 100,000 art collectors and visitors from all over the country to purchase art from established and emerging artists during the two-day festival, located throughout San Diego’s Little Italy neighborhood. Visit: Mission Fed ArtWalk Celebrates Art this Spring in San Diego’s Little Italy ArtWalk San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Celebrate Mardi Gras with Gelson’s Crawfish & Shrimp Boil, available at all Gelson’s locations starting February 17. Guests can enjoy a chef-inspired feast featuring crawfish, extra-jumbo shrimp, Andouille sausage, fresh vegetables, and Cajun garlic butter sauce, plus classic red beans & rice. For a sweet treat, Gelson’s Mardi Gras King Cake is a take on the New Orleans classic, made with braided buttery dough, a sweet cinnamon pecan filling, and vibrant frosting. Order online from Feb. 15 – March 7 for pickup between Feb. 17 – March 9, while supplies last. All kits are refrigerated upon pickup and require reheating. For more information or to order now, visit gelsons.com/crawfishboil.

Join us for our Green Living Tour, to learn about our programs, and how to live more sustainably! Every small action adds up and creates a big positive impact for tackling our current environmental challenges. This guided one-hour tour of our headquarters in Encinitas explores simple solutions you can implement in your life. See sustainability in action as you learn how you can make a difference with our demonstrations in: * water conservation * waste reduction * soil health and composting with worms * eco demonstration garden * and other innovative, D.I.Y. solutions for achieving everyday sustainability! Tours are led by our knowledgeable Eco Team docents, your local experts in sustainability. Ask questions along the way and enjoy our outdoor space. After the tour, you can: * Borrow from our Tool Lending Library * Make a purchase at our Sustainability Shop * Sign up for a class or become a volunteer * Rent Green Convene for your next sustainable gathering * Drop off E-waste * Donate old reading glasses Cost: FREE and donations are gratefully accepted! Please register to reserve your spot; space is limited. Interested in a private tour? Please email volunteer@solanacenter.org for more information. Funded in part by the City of Encinitas. Visit: Green Living Tour Solana Center for Environmental Innovation on Instagram and Facebook

During our Chocolate Making Classes you will learn, create, eat and laugh! We offer chocolate making classes for adults and children 5 years and older*. Our hands-on chocolate making classes are about 1 ½- 2 hours long and limited to 12 students (or 12 child/ parent teams). There you will learn the basics of working with chocolate, create your own bark, molded chocolates and more. During class, students will play with favorite flavors like salted caramel and peanut butter cup and select monthly themed flavors made by chocolatier Michelle Lomelin. Students will also select from more than two dozen ingredients as they personalize a chocolate bark – with favorite flavors including freeze dried fruits and savory pretzels, potato chips and a wide selection of nuts. Plus, you will get to keep all your creations! Our chocolate making classes are offered one Saturday a month and each month has its own theme. June is the height of berry season and we are showcasing them at their peak! For molded chocolates we will be using strawberry lemonade ganache and brambleberry caramel. For barks we will be using freeze dried blueberries, raspberries and strawberries. We will even dip fresh strawberries! Visit: https://www.sweetpetiteconfections.com/events?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Sweet Petite Confections on Instagram and Facebook

During our Chocolate Making Classes you will learn, create, eat and laugh! We offer chocolate making classes for adults and children 5 years and older*. Our hands-on chocolate making classes are about 1 ½- 2 hours long and limited to 12 students (or 12 child/ parent teams). There you will learn the basics of working with chocolate, create your own bark, molded chocolates and more. During class, students will play with favorite flavors like salted caramel and peanut butter cup and select monthly themed flavors made by chocolatier Michelle Lomelin. Students will also select from more than two dozen ingredients as they personalize a chocolate bark – with favorite flavors including freeze dried fruits and savory pretzels, potato chips and a wide selection of nuts. Plus, you will get to keep all your creations! Our chocolate making classes are offered one Saturday a month and each month has its own theme. Enjoy special time with mom (or special time for you!) For molded chocolates we will have espresso ganache and brambleberry caramel. For barks we will have toasted hazelnuts and freeze-dried tart black currants. We will also have fresh strawberries for dipping! Visit: https://www.sweetpetiteconfections.com/events?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Sweet Petite Confections on Instagram and Facebook