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Seeds of Herbalism - An Introduction to the Art & Science of Herbalism
2026-03-28 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-11 10:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | WorldBeat Center, 2100 Park Blvd, San Diego, 92101, United States
Seeds of Herbalism – An Introduction to the Art & Science of Herbalism
Class begins March 7th

A 6 week introduction to the art and science of herbalism. This course is for anyone that wants to build a foundation of learning in herbalism. This class will be a strong foundation for further exploration into herbalism, plant spirit connections and medicinal plants.

Connect with yourself.
Connect with the plants.
Connect with green hearted folks.

Curriculum:

Building Connections | Plant Spirit Communication & Meditation
Traditions | How to study herbs | Vitalism | Four Directions Model of learning
Self-Study | Plant Profiles | Resources | Finding your way in the chatter
12+ Herbs | Growing & Wildcrafting & Purchasing | Experiential Learning
Energetics | Actions | Formula Theory
Recipes & Formulas | Home Herbalism by the seasons

Details: 6 Saturdays March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11
Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm
Location: World Beat Center Ethnobotany Peace Garden
Limited space sign up early!

Learn More and sign up:

Stay Ready- Open Jam
2026-04-03 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-01 19:00 - 22:00 | WorldBeat Center, 2100 Park Blvd, San Diego, 92101, United States
Open Jam • Dance • Social
WorldBeat Cultural Center creates the space—
you bring the energy.
Musicians, singers, dancers, poets, rappers…
this is where community comes to life.
Practice. Play. Express. Connect.
All ages welcome.
Improvisational vibes all night, hosted by Fre3sty13.

Community Market - April - Canceled Due to Weather
2026-04-12 12:00 - 17:00 | WorldBeat Center, 2100 Park Blvd, San Diego, 92101, United States
Come & Support our Local Artisans by look & buy their Handmade works of art, organic produce, music, food, massage, tarot, and more!
Free

WorldBeat Center's 34th Annual Global Earth Day Festival
2026-04-19 11:00 - 18:00 | WorldBeat Center, 2100 Park Blvd, San Diego, 92101, United States
WorldBeat Cultural Center’s 34th Annual Global Earth Day Festival
Sunday, April 19, 2026 | 11AM – 6PM
WorldBeat Cultural Center | Balboa Park, San Diego
Join us for WorldBeat Cultural Center’s 34th Annual Global Earth Day Festival, a vibrant celebration of the diversity of people, plants, animals, and ecosystems that make up our planet.
For more than three decades, WorldBeat Center has brought together music, culture, and environmental education to celebrate Earth Day and inspire community action. Rooted in the belief that caring for the Earth also means honoring cultural traditions, the festival highlights the deep connection between environmental stewardship, indigenous knowledge, and global cultural expression.
This year’s celebration features live world music, cultural performances, environmental speakers, wellness experiences, and interactive garden activities in our Ethnobotany Sanctuary Garden. Local environmental organizations and coalitions will also be present sharing resources and opportunities to get involved in protecting our region’s biodiversity.

Featured Artists
Kabaka Pyramid – Grammy Award Winner
Jamaican artist Kabaka Pyramid is one of the leading voices in modern roots reggae, known for blending reggae and hip-hop with powerful messages of cultural pride, social justice, and conscious living. His Grammy-winning album “The Kalling,” produced by Damian Marley, has helped carry forward the legacy of roots reggae to a new generation. Kabaka Pyramid’s music uplifts themes of unity, empowerment, and respect for the Earth.
The Stinkfoot Orchestra
The Stinkfoot Orchestra is a dynamic 14-piece ensemble dedicated to performing the music of legendary composer Frank Zappa. Featuring a full horn section and powerhouse musicians, the band recreates Zappa’s complex and genre-defying compositions with precision, humor, and energy. Their performances celebrate musical innovation across rock, jazz, funk, and experimental traditions.
Additional performances by Mariea Antoinette, Sol Remedy, and Junkyard Dance Crew.
Cultural Showcases

Japanese Taiko Drumming – San Diego Taiko
Hip Hop Dance – Junkyard Dance Crew
West African Drum & Dance
Middle Eastern Drum & Dance
Brazilian Samba – Super Sonic Samba
Native American Blessing & Drumming – Tim Red Bird and the Red Warriors
Earth Poetry – Jonnierenee Nia Nelson
Supported in part by a grant from Poets & Writers

Earth Day Keynote Speaker
Kemi Pavlocak – Beekeeper, Entrepreneur, Educator
Kemi Pavlocak is the founder of Savage Bee-ches, a San Diego–based honey company and educational platform dedicated to protecting pollinators. Through beekeeping, workshops, and community education, she teaches the critical role bees play in sustaining biodiversity and our global food systems. Her work highlights the importance of protecting native habitats so native bees and other pollinators can thrive.
Ethnobotany Sanctuary Garden Activities

Community Seed Swap
Morning Bird Walk
Guided Garden Tours
Wellness and Healing Modalities with Local Practitioners
Children’s Earth Art & Craft Activities

Festival Highlights

All-Vegetarian Food Court
Multicultural and Wellness Vendors
Environmental Information Booths from Local Organizations and Coalitions

Free community event. All ages welcome.
Line-up and activities subject to change.
Follow the links below to sign up to volunteer or become a vendor.

Vendor applications for crafts, food and informational ARE NOW LIVE

Rhythm of The Earth Music Festival
2026-05-09 13:00 - 21:30 | Deer Park Monastery, 2499 Melru Lane, Escondido, CA 92026, United States
Rhythm of The Earth Music Festival

A celebration of music, mindfulness, and community, hosted at Deer Park, this joyful gathering brings together people of all ages for a day filled with live music, walking meditation, and delicious food — all set against the serene backdrop of Hidden Mountain. Proceeds from the event support meaningful projects at Deer Park.
Deer Park Monastery is excited to announce its upcoming Third Annual Mindful Music Festival, “Rhythm of the Earth.” This musical celebration of community power will take place on May 9th from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM PDT at Deer Park Monastery. All proceeds from the festival will support the Thich Nhat Hanh School of Interbeing, a new K-8 school integrating mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and academic excellence.
The festival will showcase live music performed at breathtaking natural locations throughout the 400-acre monastery by a diverse group of talented artists. Attendees will also engage in various mindful activities throughout the day, such as walking meditation through the valley from one performance to the next, mindful eating with Vietnamese vegan banh mi sandwiches, land blessing, and sitting meditation to close the evening in silence.
For those unable to attend in person, a portion of the festival will be live-streamed from 5:30pm to 9:30pm.

Lineup
Born I
Alyson Greenfield
Free Cloud Collective, an all-star ensemble featuring Alex Cline, Joshua White, Dwight Trible, Chris DiMeglio, and Peter Kuhn
Joe Reilly and the Community Gardeners
Nhu-Mai Nguyen
WorldBeat Center’s African Drum and Dance Ensemble
Tribal Land Acknowledgement and Drum Circle
Chamsori Drummers
Deer Park Choir and Monastic band
Most of our lineup includes Plum Village mindfulness practitioners, including four Lay Dharma Teachers, infusing the entire festival with the energy of mindfulness and compassion for all beings.

Lavva - Incense Making Workshop and Sound Healing Activation
2026-05-10 12:00 - 15:00 | WorldBeat Center, 2100 Park Blvd, San Diego, 92101, United States
An afternoon to create, connect, and reset 🌿
WorldBeat welcomes Lavva for a sensory experience in the garden — blending sound, movement, and hands-on ritual.
✨ Craft your own incense
🌸 Explore floral creation
🍊 Sip fresh-pressed juice
🌙 Drop into a guided womb meditation
🎶 Sound healing + live performance
📅 Sunday, May 10
⏰ 12–3 PM
📍 WorldBeat Cultural Center
Step out of the rush and into something intentional.
All are welcome.

Community Market - May
2026-05-10 12:00 - 17:00 | WorldBeat Center, 2100 Park Blvd, San Diego, 92101, United States
Come & Support our Local Artisans by look & buy their Handmade works of art, organic produce, music, food, massage, tarot, and more!
Every second Sunday of the month
Free
