Where to learn about craft beer in San Diego, California
“BEERology” is a long-running exhibition at the Museum of Us. | Photo via Monica Garske + SDtoday
With 180+ independent craft brewinglocations, it’s no wonder San Diego County is known as the Capital of Craft. The industry is built on innovation, collaboration, and knowledge — and through local classes, conventions, and museum exhibitions, there are plenty of ways to tap into the sudsy scene.
Hop into the museum at Balboa Park for this interactive exhibition that takes you through thousands of years of beer history and its cultural importance — both locally and globally.
A crafty collab: Southwestern College students brewed an Australian pale ale with NOVO Brazil Brewing in January 2023. | Photo via @novobrazil
🍻 “Taste San Diego: Craft Community and Culture” | San Diego History Center
This exhibitiontaps into what makes San Diego a craft beer haven. Visitors can meet docents from Little Miss Brewing and guests age 21+ can partake in a beer tasting experience available Friday and Saturday, 1:30-6:30 p.m., and Sunday, 12:30-5:30 p.m.
🍻 Science of Brewing | Southwestern College
Southwestern College launched this program in spring 2018 with a lecture class, followed by a brewing lab in fall 2019 with a 5-gallon system. Today, the curriculum is part of the college’s biology course offerings.
Last month, students from the program collaborated with NOVO Brazil Brewing Company to brew the limited-edition Tzunúm — an Australian pale ale. It was the first time students in the program had brewed outside the classroom in a professional craft brewery.
🍻 San Diego Craft Beer Con | Mira Costa College - San Elijo Campus
The San Diego Brewers Guild will host this annual conference on Tuesday, Aug. 8, co-produced by the BrewTech Program of Mira Costa College Technology Career Institute. Guild members and the general public are invited to learn about the craft beer industry across topics like brewing, culture, and business.
Paint Night | Tuesday, Feb. 28 | 6-8 p.m. | Little Italy Food Hall, 550 W. Date St., Ste. B, San Diego | $45 | Painting and drinks; tickets include one drink from the Food Hall bar.
Adam Sandler & Drew Barrymore Trivia | Tuesday, Feb. 28 | 6-8 p.m. | Liberty Public Market, 2820 Historic Decatur Rd., San Diego | Free | Test your rom-com knowledge with food and drinks, costumes encouraged.
Mean Girls | Tuesday, Feb. 28-Sunday, March 5 | Times vary | Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave., San Diego | $34-$139 | A musical interpretation of the cult favorite film — that’s so fetch.
Zolita | Tuesday, Feb. 28 | 8 p.m. | House of Blues, 1055 Fifth Ave., San Diego | $18.40 | The explosive singer-songwriter performs “The Falling Out / Falling In Tour.”
Wednesday, March 1
South Bay Open Air Market | Wednesday, Mar. 1 | 3-7 p.m. | Chula Vista Golf Course Parking Lot, 4475 Bonita Rd., Bonita | Free | A gathering of South Bay vendors offering fresh, local goodies.
Cuco | Wednesday, Mar. 1 | 8 p.m. | The Observatory, 2891 University Ave., San Diego | $57 | The Mexican-American singer and producer performs.
Thursday, March 2
T.J. Miller: The Philosophy Circus Tour | Thursday, Mar. 2 | 8 a.m. | The American Comedy Co. San Diego, 818 Sixth Ave., San Diego | $35 | The “Deadpool” and “Ready Player One” actor brings his stand-up comedy to the downtown venue.
San Diego Women’s Week 2023 Leadership Conference | Thursday, Mar. 2 | 8 a.m.-4 p.m. | Rancho Bernardo Inn, 17550 Bernardo Oaks Dr., San Diego | $99-$219 | Network with inspiring female leaders at this in-person or virtual conference that also includes keynote speakers and panel discussions.
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58º | Partly sunny, with some showers. | 30% chance of rain 🌦️
Keep that umbrella handy — more rain is on the way. The National Weather Service says another storm will move through the county today, with the heaviest rain tonight through tomorrow. Mountain communities will get more snow, too, and the temps will remain cool for at least another 10 days. ☔ (National Weather Service)
Sunrise + Sunset
Rise: 6:18 a.m.
Set: 5:45 p.m.
Tide
Low: 12:03 p.m. + 11:03 p.m.
High: 3:53 a.m. + 7:27 p.m.
Water Temperature: 55°
Health
After three years, San Diego County’s COVID-19 local emergency proclamationofficially ends today — just like the statewide proclamation. The county will continue to test, treat, and vaccinate locals against the coronavirus. Public health officials will also continue to track local virus data, updating the county’s website every Thursday. 💉
Civic
La Mesa wants residents to fill out this survey to help plan for future parks, recreation, and library services. Questions seek input on park and library amenities that may be useful — from a 3D printer to community gardens — plus the types of programs offered by the La Mesa Branch Library and rec facilities. 📚
Coming Soon
What a scoop. Santa Barbara-based McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams is expanding to Carlsbad, with plans to open a shop at The Forum this summer. The 1,000-sqft location will offer the brand’s limited-edition summer flavors, plus best-sellers like Eureka lemon, marionberry, Turkish coffee, and more. 🍦 (Eater San Diego)
Sports
The Padres don’t play — Manny Machado is here to stay. The San Diego Padres and standout third baseman have agreed to a $350 million, 11-year extension — keeping Machado under contract through the 2033 season. Once finalized, No. 13’s deal will become the third-largest contract extension in MLB history. ⚾ (MLB.com)
The first-ever regular season outdoor National Lacrosse League game is going down this Saturday at Snapdragon Stadium, when the San Diego Seals take on the Las Vegas Desert Dogs. The action starts at 1:30 p.m.; get tickets. The Seals normally play at Pechanga Arena. 🥍
Arts
The Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center has unveiled a new exhibit showcasing the works of Robero R. Pozos, a longtime artist inspired by his Mexican-American heritage, Indigenous roots, and Chicano Park. See it at the Local Artist Gallery — adjacent to the Museum Store — Friday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 🖼️
Trending
Hold the cascabella peppers. In-N-Out Burger says there’s a widespread shortage of the small yellow peppers normally available to customers — and they may not be back in stock until spring. For now, the chain is offering hot banana pepper rings as a substitution. 🍔 (Fox 5)
Cause
So sweet. During all of March, Fig Tree Cafe locations — PB, Liberty Station, East Village, and Mission Valley — will donate 100% of sales from their Vegan Lemon Strawberry French Toast dish to Surfrider San Diego. The goal is to raise $15,000 for the nonprofit to continue its mission to protect beaches. 🍓
History
It’s been 40 years — Feb. 26, 1983 — since Queen Elizabeth IIvisited San Diego, stepping off the royal yacht and onto Broadway Pier to the crowds that awaited. This marked the first time a reigning British monarch visited the West Coast in the US. 👑 (San Diego Union-Tribune)
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Filing your taxes in San Diego, CA
Don’t let tax season be a stressor — these resources can help. | Photo via Unsplash
For better or worse, it’s that time of year again — tax season. Before you stress, we’re here to share some guidance for filing.
Ready to get started filing your taxes? File online with H&R Block’s four different filing options, from free to Premium. Or, file with a tax pro’s help. Don’t forget, the IRS has extended the tax filing deadline in parts of California impacted by this season’s storms — including San Diego — to Monday, Oct. 16.*
Editor’s pick: Today is the final day of Museum Month, but admission deals or not, we’re grateful year-round for our incredible local museums. One of those gems is the San Diego Air & Space Museum, which celebrated its 60th anniversary this month.
My kiddos love exploring the collections here — especially the “SPACE: Our Greatest Adventure” exhibit — and getting up close to the Apollo 9 Command Module. We’ve been known to spend hours in there, dreaming of stars. 🚀
Editorial:Monica Garske, Michael Beausoleil, Britt Thorson, Emily Shea, Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto, Dayten Rose, Sarah Leonhardt, Katie Smith | Send us a scoop, question, or feedback.
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