‘Pippi Longstocking’: The San Diego Junior Theatre will perform a stage adaptation of Astrid Lindgren’s Pippi Longstocking at the Casa del Prado Theatre at 7 p.m. Pippi Longstocking is a fictional character in a series of children’s books by Swedish author Lindgren and adapted into multiple films and television series. Nine-year-old Pippi is unconventional, assertive, and has superhuman strength, being able to lift her horse one-handed without difficulty. She frequently mocks and dupes adults she encounters, an attitude likely to appeal to young readers; however, Pippi usually reserves her worst behavior for the most pompous and condescending of adults. Admission starts at $8. The Casa del Prado Theatre is located at 1650 El Prado, Ste. 208 in Balboa Park. For more information, call 619-239-0512 or visit www.juniortheatre.com.

‘Diary of a Madman’: John Leguizamo will perform his new autobiographical show Dairy of a Madman at the La Jolla Playhouse at 8 p.m. In Diary of a Madman Leguizamo explodes with energy taking audiences on a non-stop fever-pitch adventure, heating up the stage with vivid accounts of where he’s been and the colorful characters who’ve shaped different facets of his life. From his adolescent memories in Queens, New York, to the early days of his acting career and beyond – with stories of the outrageous 80’s avant-garde theater scene and anecdotes from major movie sets and roles opposite some of Hollywood’s biggest film stars –Madman is in turns uproarious and heartfelt, laying it bare for those along for the ride. Tickets are $30 for single tickets and $15 for students. Madman runs through March 14. The La Jolla Playhouse is located at 2910 La Jolla Village Dr. in La Jolla. For more information or to purchase tickets, calls 858-550-1010 or visit www.lajollaplayhouse.org.

‘Mending Monologues’: The Diversionary Theatre hosts a performance of The Mending Monologues starting at 2 p.m. in University Heights. The Mending Monologues is an all-male performance group inspired by Eve Ensler’s annual V-Day production of The Vagina Monologues. The show is a love letter to women, a healing for men, and a call to end violence in all its forms. Tickets start at $20. The Diversionary Theatre is located at 4545 Park Boulevard in University Heights. For more information, visit www.diversionary.org or call 619-220-0097.

Ex-gay conference: St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral will host a conference on the ex-gay movement at 9 a.m. The conference will help educate people about the truth of such claims and the legacy of harm the movement has left behind. A plenary and series of workshops will take place to expose and counteract the movement. The conference will feature ex-gay therapy survivor Daniel Gonzales, Wayne Besen, founder of Truth Wins Out and founder and editor of Box Turtle Bulletin, Jim Burroway. St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral is located at 2728 Sixth Ave. in Hillcrest. For more information, visit http://alturl.com/9p2w or e-mail aogle@cox.net.

Kite festival: The 62nd annual Ocean Beach Kiwanis Kite Festival will take place at Ocean Beach Recreation Center at 9 a.m. The festival includes kite making, decorating and flying for all ages and a craft fair, food, entertainment and carnival rides. Kite making is free (materials provided) or bring your own. Admission is free. The Ocean Beach Recreation Center is located at 4726 Santa Monica Ave. in Ocean Beach. For more information, visit http://alturl.com/4d4d or call 619-222-5355.

House of México: The House of Pacific Relations will host House of Mexico at 2 p.m.

The annual event features entertainment, food and drink. The entertainment varies from Mariachi musicians to folklorico dance groups representing different regions of Mexico. Food and beverages at the event will vary from tostadas to carne asada to enchiladas. Beverages sold will be traditional drinks such as horchata, a rice drink and jamaica, which is made from the bibiscus flowers. Admission is free. The House of Pacific Relations is located at 10410 Corporal Way in Balboa Park. For more information, call 619-234-0739 or visit www.sdhpr.org.

Red Carpet Relief Oscar Party: Red Carpet Relief will host an Oscar party at Hawk Street Hacienda at 4 p.m. The party includes food, drinks and the Oscars on a number of screens around the property. There will also be surprise amenities and activities. Business casual or casual evening attire is appropriate for the event. Red Carpet Relief benefits the Trevor Project and is presented by Del Phillips & Associates of Ascent Real Estate. Tickets are $35 and may be purchased online at www.redcarpetrelief.org. Guests must be 21 years or older to attend. For more information including directions, visit the Web site above or e-mail drew@redcarpetrelief.org.

Motion Mania: The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center will exhibit Motion Mania starting at 9:30 a.m. Push, pull, lift, stop, go, drop and bounce to discover more about how the world works. This interactive hands-on exhibit introduces visitors to the universal laws that apply to everything that moves. More than 30 exciting activities turn physics into fun. Thought provoking experiences reveal the extraordinary principles behind the ordinary world of motion. Admission starts at $8.75. The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center is located at 1875 El Prado in Balboa Park. For more information, call 619-238-1233 or visit www.rhfleet.org.

Seeing Beauty: The Museum of Photographic Arts will exhibit Seeing Beauty from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Seeing Beauty explores the aesthetics of beauty, expressed through the eyes of various photographers throughout the history of the medium, including Bill Brandt, Walker Evans, Mary Ellen Mark, Edward Weston, Minor White and Aaron Siskind. The exhibition presents a range of genres in photography, such as portraiture, abstraction, landscape and still life. Admission is free for San Diego City and County residents and all military members. Please bring your ID. The Museum of Photographic Arts is located at 1649 El Prado in Balboa Park. For more information, call 619-238-7559 or visit www.mopa.org.

Understanding Americans: San Diego author Diane Asitimbay will discuss her book, Foreigner’s Guide to Understanding Americans at the San Diego Public Library East Village Branch at 6:30 p.m. Foreigner’s Guide offers “humorous look at American behavior based on real questions international visitors and residents ask.” Admission is free. The San Diego Public Library East Village Branch is located at 820 E St. in Downtown. For more information, call 619-236-5800 or visit www.sandiego.gov/public-library.

Symposium on women’s rights: San Diego State University (SDSU) will host an international symposium on women’s rights at Hardy Tower 140 at 6:30 p.m. Jenni Prisk, president and founder of Voices of Women, will moderate. An art exhibition called Seize the Sky will also take place in conjunction with the symposium. Hardy Tower is located on the campus of SDSU. For a campus map, visit http://alturl.com/cobj. For more information, call 619-594-5171.

North Park Farmers Market: The North Park Farmers Market will open at 3 p.m. and go till sunset. Visitors can browse from a wide selection of fruits, vegetables, nuts, flowers and other items. The farmers market is a great place to stock up on low priced, fresh items for the upcoming week. Also, a number of promotional booths are available to provide information about local businesses and services. Musicians are usually on hand to entertain shoppers. The North Park Farmers Market is located in the south parking lot of CVS Pharmacy at the corner of North Park Way at Herman Avenue. For more information, visit www.northparkmainstreet.com or call 619-294-2501.