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First, an initiative focused on living long and healthy lives is partnering with the city of San Marcos. Next, San Diego is the latest city in California to oppose the current administration’s offshore drilling plan. Also, rail advocates reaffirm their goal of an all-electric train service between Los Angeles and San Diego. Then, there is still time to sign up children for no-cost preschool if you are in the San Diego Unified School District. Plus, the first African country to be represented by Balboa Park’s International Cottages.

Valentine's Day at The Rooftop Bar is all about unhurried moments and effortless romance. Settle into a private cabana, share a dinner for two, and let golden hour fade into a glowing Oceanside sunset - all with the one you love by your side. From first sips to last light, this is Valentine’s done the rooftop way: relaxed, elevated, and designed for lingering a little longer. The Rooftop Bar Oceanside on Facebook / Instagram

The North Coast Symphony Orchestra presents "Romantic Reflections" on Sunday, March 8 at 2 p.m. at the San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas. The program includes Howard Hanson’s "Romantic Symphony," a beautiful and seldom-heard symphony by an American composer. The concert also features soprano Tasha Koontz performing pieces by Samuel Barber and Jordan Kuspa. Rounding out the program is Brahms’ "Tragic Overture. " North Coast Symphony Orchestra on Facebook

Developed in collaboration with the Center for Women’s History at the San Diego History Center, this special tour highlights the historical and contemporary women whose vision, leadership, and creativity helped shape Balboa Park into the vibrant cultural destination it is today. Among the impactful women featured include philanthropist Ellen Browning Scripps, the “mother of Balboa Park” Kate Sessions, and sculptor Niki de Saint Phalle. The tour meets at the Bea Evenson Fountain, between the Natural History Museum and Fleet Science Center, every third Saturday of the month at 10 a.m., with additional tours scheduled for Women's History Month (Sunday, March 8; Saturday, March 14, in Spanish; Saturday, March 28; all at 10 a.m.). Suggested $5 donation. For more information, contact visitor@balboapark.org or (619) 239-0512 x8. Forever Balboa Park on Facebook / Instagram

A hidden gem on Balboa Park’s West Mesa, the Trees for Health Garden features dozens of trees, shrubs, and groundcover plants that are prized for their medicinal value by various cultures around the world. This guided tour of the garden highlights the five flavors central to Chinese medicine. You will explore different plants in this unique garden and learn about their corresponding flavor and where they can be found in everyday life. Optional tasting samples will be available at each stop. By the end of the tour, you’ll have a better understanding of each of the five flavors and how to incorporate them into your daily routine. Please note that all are welcome on this tour, and those with food sensitivities are encouraged to avoid any samples that may cause them harm. This walking tour lasts approximately one hour and meets at the entrance to the Trees for Health Garden on Balboa Park’s West Mesa (on Balboa Dr. just north of Quince Dr.), every third and fourth Friday of the month at 10 a.m. For more information, contact visitor@balboapark.org or (619) 239-0512 x8. Forever Balboa Park on Facebook / Instagram

Outdoor concert featuring popular hits of the 80's - Yacht style! Yacht Rock Revue: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Outdoor concert featuring popular hits of the 80's - Yacht style! Yacht Rock Revue: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Lecture title: The choreography of life: What a protein’s “dance” says about health and disease - Front Row lecture with Dorothee Kern, PhD Description: Proteins are the molecular machines that regulate our tissues, organs and biological processes. But these complex molecules don’t just sit still—they “dance.” For Professor Dorothee Kern, understanding this choreography is key to understanding the difference between health and disease. In this free Front Row lecture, Kern will share how her team combines AI and experimental techniques to visualize protein movements in action. Kern will explain how mapping these dynamic motions via “protein movies” can guide the development of longer-lasting drugs with vastly reduced side effects for cancer, metabolic disease and more. ABOUT SCRIPPS RESEARCH Scripps Research is an independent, nonprofit biomedical institute based in La Jolla, California, and ranked one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. The Front Row lecture series, now in its ninth season, offers an exclusive glimpse into groundbreaking scientific discoveries in action. Join us—in the front row. Reserve your seat! Settle into our auditorium for an inspirational, in-person experience, or attend virtually with thousands of people from around the world. Scripps Research on Instagram and Facebook

Calling all Besties! DJ, sips, pop up vendors, DIY crafts & free sunnies! Grab tickets now! Get your squad together for a night out on February 13 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Punch Bowl Social San Diego. Get ready for DJ beats, throwback board games, pop up vendors and delicious craft cocktails. Drop it in the group chat and see you there! Here's the scoop: - High Noon Tastings: Our friends from High Noon will be at the party from 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. offering sips of their delish seltzers! - Welcome Drink! Your ticket includes one complimentary punch with your ticket purchase! This year we will be offering the Highway 66 Hibiscus! - DJ: Beats by DJ Jenny Pocket for your listening and dancing pleasure - Feeling adventurous? Step into the magic with tarot reading from I-Manifestation, and talented artists from our local tattoo shop Guru Tattoo will be on-site with custom flash designs—get inked with a Galentine's twist! (Note: Tarot Readings & Flash Tattoos will be available for purchase and are not included in the ticket price.) - Make & Take Stations: Let's get creative! We'll have a Doodle Station where you can make your own V-Day Cards! We'll also have a station for friendship bracelet making! We bring the supplies, you bring the heart. - Caricature Artist: Don't miss out! Complimentary caricatures available on a first-come, first-served basis! Get a personalized and hilarious drawing of yourself. Punch Bowl Social on Facebook / Instagram

In this live podcast recording event, "Arts Educators Save the World" podcast hosts Dr. Erica Halverson and Alek Lev will interview the actor Anjali Bhimani ("Ms. Marvel," "The Legend of Vox Machina," "Overwatch," "Apex Legends") about the role of arts learning in her success as an actor across media. Using stories from Bhimani’s career, this conversation will highlight how Bhimani draws upon her training as an actor to adapt her work across multiple forms of media, including television, film, Broadway, and gaming. Join us for an inspiring evening that celebrates learning and the arts! Thanks to our generous supporters, this event is offered for $5 per admission. Free for members. Space is limited. Advance purchase recommended. Museum exhibits will be closed during this event. Comic-Con Museum on Facebook / Instagram