by Berenice | Dec 27, 2025 | Blog
On October 25th, 2025, the WorldBeat Cultural Center hosted Batizado 2025, a powerful celebration of African Brazilian heritage and the living tradition of Capoeira. Led by Mestre Preto Velho (Dennis Newsome), the ceremony brought together Grand Mestre Touro, Mestre...
by Berenice | Dec 21, 2025 | Blog
On Sunday, December 14th, SoCal Bird Nerds and WorldBeat Cultural Center gathered for a refreshing morning of birdwatching along the Harriet Tubman Trail. A classic San Diego winter morning—foggy, cool, and comfortable—set the tone as about 25 participants came...
by Berenice | Dec 20, 2025 | Blog
WorldBeat Cultural Center will host its 45th Annual Kwanzaa Celebration from Friday, December 26 through Monday, December 29, 2025, honoring four of the seven days of the African American holiday. All events are free and family-friendly, with doors opening nightly at...
by Berenice | Dec 20, 2025 | Blog
My morning walks in the small urban canyon near my home have recently transformed. The beautiful red berries of Toyon (Heteromeles arbutifolia) also known as California Holly Berry have appeared. An evergreen shrub, in the Rose family (Rosaceae) Toyon shines bright...
by Berenice | Nov 12, 2025 | Blog
Longer nights. Shorter days. As we move into the hustle and bustle of November and December the natural world slows, and turns inward. Modern humans have a tendency to forget the parts of winter that don’t work with our schedules. Celebrating and feasting – YES,...
by Berenice | Jul 25, 2025 | Blog
WorldBeat Center’s summer camp programming for 2025 was a vibrant and enriching experience for participants, blending creativity, wellness, and cultural education. Kicking off in June with Miss Monie and Diva Works Dance, this year’s camps featured a dynamic mix...
