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"Amplified Live: Backing the Locals" will spotlight four incredible local bands and singer-songwriters, each supported by the dynamic Amplified Studios House Band. This one-night-only event celebrates the very best of North County’s professional music scene. More than just a show, the event highlights the creative possibilities Amplified Studios offers and invites other musicians to explore recording opportunities. Experience the next wave of local musical artistry at its finest. With performances by Sipleen | Cody Adele | Kaden Adams | Willa Marj | Fox Michaels | Hailey Jean | NAIE Amplified Studios on Facebook / Instagram

Speaker: Meher McArthur, Curator, East Asian Art at Pacific Asia Museum; Creative Director, Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden Meher McArthur was born in India to a Scottish father and Persian mother and grew up in Scotland, Canada, and England feeling very out of place. Hoping to go into international business, she studied Japanese at college and lived in Japan for two years but fell in love with Japanese art and took a new direction. She became a Japanese art historian and has been passionately curating Japanese art exhibitions in museums and galleries and for national tour for over 25 years. This lecture is a sneak preview of her new memoir (October 2025) and will highlight some of the most significant art works in her life and career and show how Japanese art helped her find her place in the world. Speaker bio: Meher McArthur is an Asian art historian specializing in Japanese art. She worked as a curator of East Asian Art at Pacific Asia Museum and Creative Director for the Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden, both in Pasadena and was Academic Curator for Scripps College in Claremont and Art and Cultural Director for Japan House, Los Angeles. She curates traveling exhibitions for International Arts & Artists (IA&A), currently "Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper" and upcoming "KIMONO: Garment, Canvas, and Artistic Muse." Her publications include "Gods and Goblins: Folk Paintings from Otsu" (PAM, 1999), "Reading Buddhist Art" (Thames & Hudson, 2002), "The Arts of Asia" (Thames & Hudson, 2005), "An ABC of What Art Can Be" (Getty Museum, 2010), "New Expressions in Origami Art" (Tuttle, 2017), and "Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper" (IA&A, 2021). She lives in Pasadena, California. Please note, this session will be conducted virtually via Zoom. Save your spot by clicking on this link. All participants will be sent the Zoom link via confirmation email with instructions once you secure your place. The San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Each year, The House of Lebanon hosts their annual Lawn Program. The Entertainment is provided by different folk dance groups every year that will perform Folk Dances in regional native costumes. In addition to folkloric dance, local Lebanese artist will perform tradition song, music and poetry depicting the Lebanese heritage and Culture. The House of Lebanon serves a wide selection of traditional Lebanese “Meza”. Food will include Hummus, Tabouli, Spinach Pies, Kibbeh, Falafel, stuffed Grape Leaves, Moussakaa, Kafta, Chicken and Lamb Shawarma. In addition to a selection of pastries and drinks to include Baklawa, Sfouf, Namoura, Arabic Lemonade, and Jalab. House of Lebanon on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate the season at the 2nd Annual Family Fall Festival in La Jolla! Families can enjoy pony rides, wagon rides, a petting zoo, carnival games, pumpkin painting, a photo booth, and the always-popular pie walk. Live music from Cuts DJ Academy and delicious food and treats add to the fun. This community celebration is the perfect way for families to spend time together and make lasting memories. Shoreline Community Services: Website / Facebook / Instagram

On Friday, a San Diego County Superior Court judge threw out a sexual misconduct lawsuit filed against former county supervisor Nathan Fletcher. Plus, we profile a barber in Vista that provides haircuts and healing to his community. Then, in our next installment about civic values we take a look at ethics and its current place in our society.

Come out, come out wherever you are! Dapper Punk Comedy presents the "Pride and Seek Comedy Show". Rally your sportsball team, Grindr pals and allies for a fabulously fun evening featuring a diverse cast of Southern California’s funniest LGBTQIA+ comedians. This show is rated R. Mic Drop Comedy on Facebook / Instagram

With 5 billion fans and counting, football is more than a game — it’s pop culture, a creative movement. Independent projects are bridging the sport with creativity like never before, and Cultura FC arrives in America’s finest city to introduce us to the design side of football. Cultura FC will host globally known football artists, creatives, movers and shakers to provide insightful talks, activations, exhibitions, pop-ups, workshops, gatherings, & more. Find all the information at www.culturafc.com Day 1: Sep. 25 : Welcome Party @ The Soap Factory (Free Admission) Street soccer tournament, live art walls, Lowrider show, Chicano art installation, photography exhibition, DJs, local gastronomy, and the creative community of San Diego will be part of a Welcome Party to the Cultura FC event. — Day 2 : Sep. 26 : Cultura Football Conference @ The Soap Factory (For Ticket-Holders Only) From projects that merge fashion with football, to design leaders of world-renowned brands, to creatives reshaping global identities, the Cultura Football Conference has been created to inspire football lovers and creative minds, on and off the pitch. The night will end with more networking opportunities between attendees and with the speakers. Student - $103.22 Professional - $241.94 — Day 3 : Sep. 27 : Football Café @ Imperial Co-Lab (Free Admission) Music, art installations, and a surprise pop-up experience by one of our international guests will be part of a farewell experience by Cultura FC to the local creative community of San Diego. Cultura FC on Instagram

Whether you’re here for the pours, the plates, or the playful competition, we’ve got you covered. Expect daily brewery features, market-wide specials, and a packed schedule of games, tastings, and live entertainment—plus a few surprises along the way. Stay tuned for the full lineup and get ready to celebrate all things craft beer at Liberty Public Market. Prost! Visit: https://libertypublicmarketsd.com/events/craftoberfest-2025/ Liberty Public Market on Instagram and Facebook

Get ready for an electrifying night as the talented Santo Jr makes his debut in San Diego at the Spring Valley Gymnasium! Join us on October 11, 2025 at 3 p.m. (Pacific Time) for a night full of high-flying action and incredible athleticism. Don't miss out on this exciting event that will leave you on the edge of your seat! Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/santo-jr-debuts-in-san-diego-tickets-1694419045979?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Santo Jr on Instagram and Facebook

This Halloween season, come to Moonshine Beach to find your BOO at Pitch-A-Friend’s spookiest night yet! On October 23, starting at 8 p.m., wingpeople will take the stage with over-the-top presentations pitching San Diego’s most eligible singles. A live DJ will be keeping the energy high, spinning all night. And don’t forget to dress to impress! The costume contest will reward winners for the most creative, flirty, and funny costumes. The $20 ticket includes a complimentary drink, but fun specials will be served all night, like the BOOnshine Spritz, Monster Smash, and Witch-A-Friend. Expect a night full of laughter, love, and just the right amount of mischief! Visit: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/pitchafriendsandiego/1827516 Moonshine Beach on Instagram and Facebook Pitch-A-Friend San Diego on Instagram and Facebook