Panel discussion, protests and a puzzle swap: Things to do in San Diego Jan. 8-13
This week, you can join community members in local protests or unwind at a University Heights puzzling event.
Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey
From a 5k run to support building a Boys & Girls Club of Kumeyaay Nation Wellness to protests against federal immigration enforcement, here’s what’s happening in San Diego this week.
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Jan. 8
ICE Out of San Diego: A coalition of local organizations is hosting a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity every Thursday in front of the Edward J. Schwartz Federal Building, which holds the San Diego ICE Field Office. RSVP online. 10 a.m., 880 Front St., San Diego, CA 92101
Jan. 9
Lesbian Cafe: The San Diego LGBT Community Center is hosting a welcoming, inclusive and joyful discussion group tailored for lesbian women of all ages. Email women@thecentersd.org for more information. 10:30 a.m. - noon, 3909 Centre St., San Diego, CA 92103
Black Trans & Nonbinary Community Group: The San Diego LGBT Community Center hosts a space for Black trans, gender nonbinary and gender non-conforming folks to get and provide peer support through discussion. The group meets in person the first and third Fridays of each month. 6:15-7:45 p.m., 3909 Centre St., San Diego, CA 92103
Rocky Horror Picture Show: Crazed Imaginations hosts a screening and shadowcast performance of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" at the La Paloma Theatre in Encinitas on the second, fourth and fifth Fridays of each month. The second Friday performance is lingerie night. Tickets can be reserved online and prop bags can be purchased at the theater for $5. 10:30 p.m., La Paloma Theatre, 471 S Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
Jan. 10
Winter Puzzle Swap: The University Heights Community Association is hosting a winter puzzle swap at the University Heights Library. Guests can bring as many puzzles as they want to swap for an equal number of puzzles, and there will be a communal puzzle table for folks to connect with light refreshments before and after the swap. 10 - 11 a.m., University Heights Library, 4193 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA 92103
Playground Meet-up: San Diego Families for Justice is hosting a playground meetup for families to connect at Bub Williamson Park in Vista. 10 a.m., Bub Williamson Park, 530 Grapevine Lane, Vista, CA 92083
Water and Kindness Free Store: Every Saturday, Water and Kindness hosts a free store at Popup Winona where visitors can donate items or get needed supplies. The group is seeking donations of baby formula, bags, blankets, diapers, first aid items, harm reduction supplies, hats, gloves, hygiene products, mobility aids, rolling carts or wagons, shoes, sleeping bags, socks, tarps, tents, undergarments and water. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., 4951 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, California, 92115
Peace Vigil for Palestine: CODEPINK San Diego, Palestine Pals and other local activism groups host a weekly peace vigil to advocate for peace in Gaza and beyond every Saturday in Ocean Beach. The group invites attendees to wear pink and bring peace-themed posters. For more information, email sandiego@codepink.org. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Sunset Cliffs Blvd. and W Point Loma Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107
Fragmentos Del Barrio: Exhibit Panel Discussion: The Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center is hosting a panel discussion focused on its latest exhibition “Fragmentos Del Barrio,” featuring the work of artist and muralist Ramses Noriega. During the panel, guests will hear from Noriega, curator Rafael Barrientos, museum founder Josie Talamantez and Professor Denise Lugo. Guests can enjoy light refreshments before the discussion. 1 - 4 p.m., Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center, 1960 National Ave., San Diego, CA 92113
Yoga with Meesha: The Queer Trans Nature Collective is hosting a gentle yoga session for queer and transgender Black, Indigenous and People of Color. The class is donation-based, and guests are required to wear masks and bring a yoga mat or blanket. 1 - 3 p.m., City Heights, RSVP online for location details.
Jan. 11
We Own Wellness 5K Walk & Run: The Boys & Girls Club of Kumeyaay Nation Wellness is hosting its inaugural 5K to support San Diego’s Native youth. The money raised will help build a new, safe space for kids to participate in sports, music, dance and performing arts. 8 - 10 a.m., Naval Training Center Park, 2455 Cushing Road, San Diego, CA 92106
Occupy Otay Demonstration: Demonstrators gather every Sunday on the sidewalk outside Otay Mesa Detention Center to protest the Trump administration's increase in arrests and detentions related to immigration enforcement. 2 - 4 p.m., 7488 Calzada de la Fuente, San Diego, CA, 92154
Vision Board Social: Commonplace San Diego and Artsy Vibes are leading a vision board social at Pure Pawsh to help folks plan for the new year. The workshop is $25, and all materials are provided. 2 - 4 p.m., Pure Pawsh, 4045 30th St., San Diego, CA 92104
Jan. 13
The Collective Coalition Monthly Meeting: The Collective San Diego — a coalition led by LGBTQ+ people of color — hosts monthly meetings on Zoom every second Tuesday of the month. This month's meeting will consist of community building, upcoming projects and workshops on social identities, intersectionality, community spaces and pressures. Every second Tuesday, 6 p.m. on Zoom
