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Close out 2025 in style at Escondido’s beautifully restored Ritz Theater with Countdown on Grand! Join us on Sunday, December 28 at 5:30 p.m. for an unforgettable evening of music on the last weekend of the year. Arrive early and join us for a festive cocktail hour in the Juniper Room at 4 p.m., featuring champagne and light bites to set the stage for a sparkling night ahead. If you loved our Cocktail Hour: Songs of the Rat Pack, you won’t want to miss this refreshed celebration. The evening features timeless classics from the Rat Pack alongside unforgettable hits by Ray Charles, Bobby Darin, Ella Fitzgerald, Michael Bublé, and more. This dazzling night of music will showcase powerhouse performances from Mel Collins, Michael Washington, Jim Graft, Patrick Barnitt, and the electrifying D. Ben-jamin Band. Celebrate the magic of live music, laughter, and community as we count down together to a brand-new year—right here on Grand Avenue in downtown Escondido!

Enjoy a special garden workshop in the Trudy Bronner Discovery Garden with local, seasonal ingredients from Jimbo’s! Today’s recipe: Get in the spooky spirit and create delicious spiders with organic ingredients from Jimbo’s! Pre-registration is not required. Free with Museum Admission. Children’s Museum of Discovery on Facebook / Instagram

This class meets weekly on Tuesdays, 3-4 times each month, from 4 – 5:30 p.m. Ages 6-12 years welcome! In this 4-week ceramic hand-building series, students are led by Instructor-artist Lydia Kardos and will create functional and nonfunctional ceramic work using a variety of techniques and their imaginations. They will learn how to create with coils, slab construction and clay pinching methods. Students are so proud when they see the beauty of the final results as their pieces come out of the kiln. Students will create multiple pieces in this series, and learn how to glaze bisque ware for a finished piece of artwork. All materials included. Projects are changed regularly, so students can return month after month to continue to develop their skills! Drop-ins are welcome! Is your child curious about taking this class? Choose ‘Drop-in Date’ from the drop-down menu (please purchase 48 hours in advance, so we can have supplies ready). We welcome drop-in students at the first class of each month-long series. If your child wants to continue, we will apply this drop-in payment toward the month’s total cost. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Pacific Beach, San Diego, California | Saturday and Sunday, October 4-5 | Half Marathon and 5K The Pacific Beach Half Marathon and 5K is SoCal running at its best-laid-back vibes, ocean breezes, and a finish line party at the beach. Sunday's Half Marathon will feature a refreshed course, starting at Crown Point Park and finishing on Thomas Ave with a straight shot to the Pacific. Saturday's 5K keeps the tradition alive, starting and ending right on the sand for that quintessential PB experience. Run hard or run chill-either way, there's a beachside finish line waiting for you. Packet Pickup Friday, October 3: Road Runner Sports San Diego, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday, October 4: Pacific Beach Boardwalk, 4300 Ocean Blvd 6:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Race Times Saturday, October 4 5K Early Wave: 7:30 a.m. 5K Main Wave: 9 a.m. Kids 1K: 10:15 a.m. Sunday, October 5 Half Marathon Start Time: 6:30 a.m. Participant Perks - Brand-new 2025 Participant Tank - Custom Finisher Medal - Free Race Photos - Chip Timing and Live Results - On-course nutrition powered by Vitalyte and e-Gel - Half Marathon Pace Teams provided by On Pace Awards Both the Half Marathon and combined 5K waves will feature awards for the top three overall male and female finishers, along with age-group awards in 5-year increments. Website Date and Time: On Sat, 04 Oct. 7:30 a.m. - Sun, 05 Oct. 11 a.m. Venue details: Pacific Beach, San Diego, California, 92109, United States San Diego Running Co. on Facebook / Instagram

Email coppercanvaspainting@gmail.com to by Sept. 25 to register and for ticket information. Copper Canvas will pre-draw your pet on an 11x14 canvas. All portraits are hand drawn using zero AI or apps. The day of the event you'll be guided on how to paint your portrait with tips and tricks to create a beautiful masterpiece that celebrates the love between you and your four-legged friend. Join us on Sunday, October 5 at Revision Creative Workspace in Hillcrest, San Diego from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. while you paint and enjoy pastries and coffee. Register by Thursday, Sept. 25* You’ll receive a payment link and a questionnaire to upload photos. Once completed, you’ll receive a confirmation email. Copper Canvas on Instagram Revision on Facebook / Instagram

Opening Reception for "Always Wear Lipstick," a solo exhibition of paintings by Lynn Schuette Lynn Schuette on Instagram

Join us for a special screening of "Between the Mountain and the Sky," a powerful documentary that follows Maggie Doyne’s journey of love, loss, and hope as she builds a home and future for children in Nepal. Screening includes a Q&A and meet & greet with Maggie Doyne (BlinkNow CEO & Co-Founder) and filmmaker Jeremy Power Regimbal. University of San Diego, Joan B. Kroc School Peace & Justice Theater Tuesday, September 16, 2025 4:30 p.m. Doors open / 5 p.m. screening / 6:30 p.m. Q&A / 7 p.m. meet & greet Free & open to the public BlinkNow on Facebook / Instagram

First, a new report from UC Riverside warns that aggressive immigration enforcement is taking a serious toll on children’s mental health. Then, we hear from San Diego County Supervisor Paloma Aguirre about new signs in the Tijuana River Valley that warn the public to avoid areas where toxic gases have been detected. Plus, a preview of Filmout, San Diego’s LGBTQ+ film festival, happening this weekend. Editor’s note: This episode originally misstated FilmOut’s history. The festival began in 1993, later rebranded briefly and became an annual event under its FilmOut name in 2005. The audio remains unchanged.

The San Diego Mineral & Gem Society presents Gem Diego, San Diego’s Finest Gem & Mineral Show! November 1-2, 2025. Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Located at the Liberty Station Conference Center: 2600 Laning Rd. San Diego 92106 (1 mi. So. of Liberty Station Marketplace) Free Admission & Ample Free Parking. Eateries right next door. Free Gem & Mineral ID (limit 10). 29 dealers, 20+ exhibits, lapidary demonstrations, kid’s zone, gems, minerals, crystals, fossils, rough, cut stones, books, jewelry, slabs, door prizes, grand prize raffle (do not have to be present), and plenty more! Trained Service Animals Only!

FilAm CreatorCon, our annual convention that celebrates and empowers Filipino American creators and artist from different mediums, makes its return on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at the Chula Vista Library (Civic Center Branch) in Chula Vista, CA. This free event will be a unique opportunity for aspiring creators, emerging talent and the general public to learn from and interact with professional Filipino American creators and artists in an intimate environment. FilAm CreatorCon on Facebook / Instagram