Things to do include book signing, Charley Hoffman Foundation golf event, and more – San Diego Union-Tribune

Sean Mortimer and Tony Hawk to discuss and sign ‘Misfit: A Survival Guide’ at event in Del MarAuthors Sean Mortimer and Tony Hawk, accomplished skateboarder and entreprenuer, will discuss and sign “Misfit: A Survival Guide” on Tuesday, Jan. 20 at 6 p.m. at a book signing with Camino Books on the third level Ocean View Turf Deck at Del Mar Plaza, 1555 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar. The book is described on the Camino Books website as “The ultimate guide to recognizing untapped potential by celebrating imperfection. Learn to take the path less travelled with direction from misfit guides like Tony Hawk, Mark Mothersbaugh, Michelle “Estrojen” Steilen, Shepard Fairey, and many more.” Purchase one copy of the book for one ticket. To reserve seating and get tickets go to: shorturl.at/f0jgV Camino Books is located at 1555 Camino Del Mar, Suite 114, Del Mar.

Del Mar Rose Society to hold guest speaker event, public welcomeThe Del Mar Rose Society will host Jim Horacek, general manager of Armstrong Garden Center, on Thursday, Jan. 29. He will be demonstrating the technique of pruning roses, tools needed and this year’s new varieties of roses arriving in bare root this month. The Jan. 29 event will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a meet and greet, followed by the lecture at 7 p.m. at the Del Mar Powerhouse Community Center, 1658 Coast Blvd. Public welcome. For more information, call 760-809-6860 or http://delmarrosesociety.com

Del Mar Seacoast Republican Women luncheon to feature guest speakerDel Mar Seacoast Republican Women will host Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco at its Jan. 28 luncheon. A lifelong law-enforcement leader and 2026 Republican candidate for California Governor, Sheriff Bianco has overseen one of the state’s largest departments since 2019 and has built a statewide reputation, focusing on public safety, crime reduction, and government accountability, a news release states. Luncheon sponsored by Del Mar Seacoast Republican Women, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Lomas Santa Fe Country Club, 1505 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Solana Beach. $38 members, $45 non-members. Register by Jan. 20 at www.delmarseacoastclub.com

Del Mar Garden Club to host speaker at event open to publicOn Monday, Jan. 26, at 10 a.m., the Del Mar Garden Club will host Betsy Schulz at the Del Mar Civic Center, 1050 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar. This event is open to the public, and no tickets are required.Schulz is a notable public artist and graphic designer whose work includes public art installations and outdoor garden environments that inspire and educate. Her art is influenced by nature, history, and community. She will speak on “The Nature of Public Art, Landscape, and Community,” exploring the relationship between public art and community, as well as the art of landscape design and gardening. Schulz will also provide handouts featuring plants that thrive in the local coastal environment and will be available to answer questions about gardens and plants.

17th annual Charley Hoffman Foundation golf eventThe 17th annual Charley Hoffman Foundation golf event will be held Jan. 26 at Torrey Pines on the North Course. The Charley Hoffman Foundation was created by PGA TOUR professional Charley Hoffman and his wife Stacy in 2009 to raise funds for charities benefiting children in their native and adopted hometowns of San Diego and Las Vegas. All proceeds will benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Pro-Kids, and San Diego Junior Golf Association.On Sunday, Jan. 25, from 6 p.m.-10 p.m. a Charity Party will be held at the Belly Up in Solana Beach. On Monday, Jan. 26, the Celebrity/Pro-Am at Torrey Pines Golf Course will have a 9 a.m. tee time start.For tickets and more information, go to: https://www.charleyhoffmanfoundation.org/events-hosted-by-the-charley-hoffman-foundationFor more information on sponsorship opportunities, contact Megan Mahoney at (619) 571-2390 or megan@sdjga.org.

Batiquitos Lagoon nature walk and talkBatiquitos Lagoon will hold a docent-led nature walk on Saturday Jan. 17 at 10 a.m. titled “Itch, Pain, or Poison.” Many plants and animals have evolved many defenses to keep them safe from predators. Join the event for an easy 90-minute walk to learn the interesting ways wildlife at Batiquitos use to protect themselves; everything from itch to pain to venom and poison. This free, family walk is good for all ages. Meet at the Nature Center, 7380 Gabbiano Lane, Carlsbad. For more information , visit Batiquitoslagoon.org.

Cha Cha taught at Sandpipers’ Dance PartyStart your New Year learning the Cha Cha. Sandpipers Dance Club hosts its monthly Dance Party Saturday evening, Jan. 24, from 6 to 7 p.m. at San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena Street, Encinitas. Professional ballroom dance teachers Bill and Beth Davenport will teach CHA CHA basics at this fun event. Singles, couples and families welcome. Casual attire. Partner not needed. Dance experience not needed. Refreshments served following the Dance Party. Donation $10 and free for children. Learn more at SandpipersSquareDanceClub.org.

Tuesday Night Comics show returns to North Coast RepPrayer Dudz presents Tuesday Night Comics on Jan. 20 at 7:30 p.m. at North Coast Repertory Theatre in Solana Beach. The show is comprised of talent from all over the country with late-night television credits as well as credits from Comedy Central, HBO, SHOWTIME, and more. Hosted by Mark Christopher Lawrence, San Diego Critic’s Circle Outstanding Actor Of The Year, the Jan. 20 headliner will be Lamont Ferguson; Featured Act: Noah Copfer; Opening Act: Diana Hong; Musical Act: Ash Foster. Other upcoming Tuesday Night Comics shows with different performers will be held March 17, May 5 and July 7. North Coast Rep is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Solana Beach. For tickets and more information, visit https://northcoastrep.org/variety/tuesday-night-comics/

Susan G. Komen San Diego to hold 2026 Impact LuncheonSusan G. Komen San Diego will host its 2026 Impact Luncheon on Friday, March 13, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Eve, one of San Diego’s premier event venues. This inspiring annual gathering brings together survivors, advocates, medical leaders, and community partners to celebrate hope, progress, and the collective power driving change in the fight against breast cancer, according to a news release. Proceeds from the event directly support Komen San Diego’s Patient Care Center, which provides free, personalized navigation and critical resources to patients and families throughout every step of their breast cancer journey. This year’s luncheon will feature a powerful lineup of speakers whose personal experiences and professional leadership reflect the many dimensions of breast cancer impact from survivorship and advocacy to innovation in care and research. Tickets for the 2026 Impact Luncheon are available now. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.komen.org/SDImpactLuncheon.

San Diego Automotive Museum to host Garage Night at IGNITE AcademyThe San Diego Automotive Museum will host its first-ever Garage Night on Friday, Jan. 23, from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the newly opened IGNITE Academy campus (8630 Argent St., Santee). This event invites the community to enjoy an evening of drinks, bites, cool rides, and good vibes while supporting the IGNITE Academy, the museum’s innovative workforce development program, according to a news release. Guests will have the opportunity to tour the Academy campus, see the vehicles owned and worked on by the program, and learn more about the progress students have made since enrolling. Food and beverage offerings will be available for purchase from Badas Burgers, with craft beer and cocktails served by BNS Brewing and Distilling. This is a 21 and over event, and all food and drinks are sold separately. For more information about the San Diego Automotive Museum and the IGNITE Academy, visit www.sdautomuseum.org.

La Jolla events• The La Jolla Music Society presents Sunny Jain’s Wild Wild East playing Punjabi folk, jazz and rock music at 5 and 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 18, at The JAI at the Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave. $60-$65. theconrad.org/events/sunny-jains-wild-wild-east• The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library presents its Athenaeum Jazz Winter Series with five concerts in La Jolla beginning Tuesday, Jan. 20. The schedule is: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 20: Hamilton de Holanda Trio, Scripps Research Auditorium, 10620 John Jay Hopkins Drive; 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, Paul Cornish Trio, Athenaeum’s Joan & Irwin Jacobs Music Room, 1008 Wall St.; 6 and 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, Anat Cohen, with Quartetinho, Athenaeum; 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, Tord Gustavsen Trio, Athenaeum; 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 23, Immanuel Wilkins Quartet, Athenaeum. $247 for the series for Athenaeum members, $273 for non-members; $53 per individual concert for members, $58 for non-members. 858-454-5872, ljathenaeum.org/jaz• Pianists Lucas and Arthur Jussen play music by Mozart, Schumann, Widmann, Debussy and Rachmaninoff at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla. Sold out, but a waiting list is available. theconrad.org/events/lucas-and-arthur-jussen

North Coast Rep presents family drama ‘Louisa Gillis’A haunting incident from 40 years ago ignites “Louisa Gillis”, an explosive world premiere about the devasting ripple effects of revenge at North Coast Repertory Theatre in Solana Beach. Performances began Wednesday, Jan. 14, and run through Sunday, Feb. 8. A talkback with the director and cast is scheduled for Friday, Jan 23. North Coast Rep is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach. For ticket information and to secure your seats for “Louisa Gillis,” call 858-481-1055, or visit www.northcoastrep.org.

North County Republican Women to hold breakfast meeting featuring guest speakersThe North County Republican Women (NCRW) will meet for a breakfast meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 21, at La Valle Coastal Club, 5690 Cancha de Golf, Rancho Santa Fe. Doors open at 9:15 a.m. for a 10 a.m. meeting. The cost for the breakfast is $20/members and $25/non-members. The featured speakers will be Randy Economy and Elaine Culotti. Economy is a conservative talk show host, former head of Save California, and a candidate for California State Board of Equalization. Economy will present an inspiring morning of truth, strategy, and solutions as attendees hear how he plans to restore accountability to Sacramento, according to a news release. Culotti is a designer, developer, entrepreneur, sustainable farmer, and the star of “Undercover Billionaire” on Discovery. Through her platform, Lipstick Farmer, Culotti continues to champion sustainable practices and community empowerment in the face of environmental challenges, the news release states. RSVP at www.ncrwsd.org by Monday, Jan. 19 if you plan to attend.

Community dance classes startThe Sandpipers Square Dance Club runs square dance classes starting from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Jan. 15 at the La Colonia Community Center, 715 Valley Ave. The weekly Thursday evening classes teach basic square dancing with modern and traditional music. No experience is needed and a partner is not required. The first class is free, then $10 per session. Dress casually. Refreshments are not provided. Visit sandpiperssquaredanceclub.org.

San Diego Museum of Art 100th birthday celebrationOn Saturday, Feb. 28, SDMA celebrates is 100th birthday with free admission from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. There will be music performances, gallery activations and hands-on activities throughout the day and visitors can check out the exhibit “SDMA 100 Years.” 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Feb. 28. San Diego Museum of Art, 1450 El Prado, Balboa Park. sdmart.org — Kelly Davis

San Diego MLK ParadeThe annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade starts at 11 a.m. Jan. 18 and goes on Harbor Drive South from Ash Street to Pacific Street. The parade features bands, floats, drill teams, colleges and universities, fraternities, sororities and churches along with peace and youth organizations. The parade is coordinated by the Zeta Sigma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., an African American fraternity. Visit sandiegoalphas.com/mlk-parade.

Monster truck show at stadiumMonster Jam, where Monster trucks roar into Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way, is set for Jan. 24-25. Highlights include massive 12,000-pound Monster Jam trucks and world champion drivers performing stunts, such as standing on two wheels and flying through the air in competitions of speed and skill. Visit ticketmaster.com.

Harmony Health FestivalThe Harmony Health Festival is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 18 at Waterfront Park, 1600 Pacific Highway. The event combines harmony, health and wellness with the celebration of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and stresses the “importance of physical and mental well-being within the community while honoring the principles of unity, equality, and social justice championed by Dr. King.” The festival includes vendors and exhibitors with workshops and resources promoting a healthy lifestyle, such as health screenings, fitness demonstrations and healthy food. Visit sandiegoalphas.com/sdmlkfestival.

Girl Scouts San Diego to kick of 2026 Girl Scout Cookie ProgramOn Sunday, Jan. 25, Girl Scouts San Diego (GSSD) will kick off the 2026 Girl Scout Cookie Program in San Diego and Imperial counties. Through Sunday, March 8, more than 8,500 local Girl Scouts will rally their communities, neighbors, and friends to support the world’s largest girl-led entrepreneurial program by purchasing Girl Scout Cookies. To learn more about Girl Scouts San Diego and the cookie program, visit https://www.sdgirlscouts.org/en/cookies.html

The Village Church in Rancho Santa Fe presents ‘Practicing the Way’All are invited to register for “Practicing the Way”, a popular eight-week Christian course offered by the Village Church Kingdom Academy to train participants to live as an apprentice of Jesus: be with him, become like him and do as he did. The group will gather every Sunday starting Feb. 1 from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at the Village Church Fellowship Center, 6225 Paseo Delicias in Rancho Santa Fe. The $50 registration fee covers lunch and study materials. Childcare will be provided for children aged five and under with an RSVP. Sign up at www.villagechurch.org/practicing-the-way For more information, email davidh@villagechurch.org

Encinitas Historical Society walking tours returnThe Encinitas Historical Society will again offer monthly walking tours of downtown Encinitas on the third Saturday of every month in 2026. The tours start at 10 a.m. leaving from the 1883 One-Room Schoolhouse located at 390 West “F” Street. There is plenty of free parking nearby. On Jan. 17, the tour will concentrate on the south end of historic Coast Highway, 2nd & 3rd Streets to “K. “ On Feb. 21, the tour will cover the north end of Coastal Encinitas from “F” to Encinitas Blvd. The Encinitas Historical Society has implemented a suggested donation to the Encinitas Historical Society of $10 per person. The Encinitas Historical Society is an all volunteer organization with tax exempt status. It accepts all forms of payment. Children and dogs are always free. For any questions, contact the Historical Society at 760-942-9066 or info@encinitashistoricalsociety.org

‘Happy Tales’ reading program at animal shelterRancho Coastal Humane Society’s “Happy Tales” program allows children to read aloud to the dogs, cats and rabbits waiting to be adopted. The program is open to children 6 and older. Cost is $10 per child. Preregistration is required. Upcoming sessions include from 11 a.m. to noon Jan. 18. Sessions are limited to six children, and each child must be supervised by a parent. Readers can bring their own books or borrow a book from the Rancho Coastal Humane Society Library. Preregister at rchumanesociety.org/youth-programs/happy-tales. To hold a special “Happy Tales” session for a small group, email education@sdpets.org.

Reduced pet adoption feesRancho Coastal Humane Society offers programs that reduce pet adoption fees for people who qualify. Here are some programs.Better with a Buddy — Adopt one cat, kitten or dog and get the second one (within a year) for $25. This program does not include puppies. Two Purr One — Adopt two kittens (within two weeks) and pay the adoption fee for only one of them. Seniors-For-Seniors — The $75 adoption fee will be paid by a RCHS benefactor for any senior person (60 years or older) adopting a senior pet (7 years or older) Pets for Patriots — Adoption fees waived for San Diego veterans. To qualify, apply online before visiting the shelter. Visit petsforpatriots.org/adopt-a-pet/how-it-works.For more information, visit rchumanesociety.org.

Goodwill opens store in La JollaGoodwill San Diego holds a grand opening at 9 a.m. Jan. 21 at its new retail store in La Jolla, at 7849 Herschel Ave. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is at 8:30 a.m. The expanded location offers a wide selection of quality secondhand goods and supports Goodwill’s mission to provide free employment programs and services to the local community. There will be discounts, giveaways and a chance to win gift cards throughout the morning. Visit sdgoodwill.org.

Veterans’ Writing Group meetsThe Veterans’ Writing Group of San Diego County meets from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 17 at the Veterans Association of North County resource center, 1617 Mission Ave. The group encourages veterans and their families to share and preserve their stories through writing and helps veterans discover the therapeutic power of storytelling. The meeting can also be accessed via Zoom at bit.ly/vwgsdzoom. Visit veteranswritinggroup.org.

MLK 5K Run/WalkThe MLK 5K Run/Walk starts at 9 a.m. Jan. 18 at the corner of Harbor Drive and Ash Street (1492 Harbor Drive). The run, themed “A Healthy Community Thrives Together,” is one of the weekend events that celebrates the legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. The 5K run follows a scenic 3.1-mile course heading southbound on Harbor Drive and through the Embarcadero along the waterfront and back to the starting point. The 1 Mile Cruiser Walk/Run has the same start as the 5K and the course goes down Harbor Drive, Pacific Highway, crossing into Seaport Village and a loop return to the start; it is not timed. Visit sandiegoalphas.com/sdmlk5k.

San Diego MLK ParadeThe annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade starts at 11 a.m. Jan. 18 and goes on Harbor Drive South from Ash Street to Pacific Street. The parade features bands, floats, drill teams, colleges and universities, fraternities, sororities and churches along with peace and youth organizations. The parade is coordinated by the Zeta Sigma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., an African American fraternity. Visit sandiegoalphas.com/mlk-parade.

Harmony Health FestivalThe Harmony Health Festival is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 18 at Waterfront Park, 1600 Pacific Highway. The event combines harmony, health and wellness with the celebration of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and stresses the “importance of physical and mental well-being within the community while honoring the principles of unity, equality, and social justice championed by Dr. King.” The festival includes vendors and exhibitors with workshops and resources promoting a healthy lifestyle, such as health screenings, fitness demonstrations and healthy food. Visit sandiegoalphas.com/sdmlkfestival.

Monster truck show at stadiumMonster Jam, where Monster trucks roar into Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way, is set for Jan. 24-25. Highlights include massive 12,000-pound Monster Jam trucks and world champion drivers performing stunts, such as standing on two wheels and flying through the air in competitions of speed and skill. Visit ticketmaster.com.

Maritime Museum runs docent trainingThe nonprofit Maritime Museum of San Diego, which restores and runs historic landmark ships, including the Star of India, begins its next Docent Volunteer Training Program on Jan. 20. The museum features 500 years of seafaring history on display in its collection of historic sailing ships, steam-powered boats and a submarine. The museum offers self-guided tours, docent-guided group tours, tall ship public sails and charters, San Diego Bay history cruises, Naval history bay tours, educational programs, and a venue for private events. Training is conducted through a series of lectures, readings and walking tours over 11 weeks. Training sessions include lectures from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays. Advance sign-up is required at sdmaritime.org/docent-training.

Farmers Insurance OpenThe annual Farmers Insurance Open returns to Torrey Pines Golf Course. The four-day event brings professional golfers from around the world to compete for a chance to win over $1 million in prize money. Harris English won the 2025 Farmers Insurance Open and $1.674 million. Jan. 29 to Feb. 1. Torrey Pines Golf Course, 11480 N. Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla. farmersinsuranceopen.com

Two-day Coin Show at Liberty StationA two-day Coin Show sponsored by the San Diego County Inter-Club Numismatic Council, which is made up of all the various coin clubs in the San Diego area, is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Jan. 24 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 25 at Liberty Station Conference Center, 2600 Laning Road. The event is expected to be one of the largest coin shows on the West Coast. Highlights include a “Coins for Kids” program to get young numismatist started coin collecting. There will be free coin appraisels. Dealers will be there to buy and sell coins. Admission is $5; free for kids 15 and younger (cash only); free for active duty military with ID. Free parking. Visit https://www.coinarama.org/

Carlsbad Marathon backThe 36th annual Carlsbad Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K is back Jan. 18. Races will start at The Shoppes at Carlsbad from 6:15 to 7:45 a.m. The 26.2-mile marathon route features an 18-mile stretch along the ocean, the half-marathon will showcase the beachfront for 8 miles and the 5K will take runners along a scenic out-and-back route passing the Buena Vista Lagoon. There will also be a Double-Down Challenge combining the half-marathon and 5K for a 16-mile run. The Finish Line Festival will be from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 18 at The Shoppes at Carlsbad with festivities including live music, refreshments and a beer garden. The expo and packet pickup are from noon to 4 p.m. Jan. 16 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 17 at Holiday Inn Carlsbad/San Diego, 2725 Palomar Airport Road. The Kids Marathon Mile, a fun 1-mile run/walk for kids, is Jan. 17 at Legoland California Resort. Visit inmotionevents.com/event/carlsbad-marathon.