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Dive into the art of drawing the human figure in this fun and engaging live nude model workshop, including one-on-one instruction and demos. Strengthen your understanding of proportion, anatomy, and composition while experimenting with expressive mark-making and dynamic line work. Woodward Contemporary on Facebook / Instagram

Le Salon de Musiques is unique for its combination of an intimate, up-close setting that eliminates the stage barrier between performers and audience, a focus on lesser-known composers, and a traditional soiree format that includes a guided musicological introduction, followed by a high tea buffet with Champagne, and a convivial gathering where the audience can meet and interact with the artists. This format fosters a magical, immersive experience and a deep connection between the music, the performers, and the audience, modeled after the 18th-century French Salon gatherings. GRAND OPENING: SUNDAY OCTOBER 4, 2026, AT 4 PM (Including high tea buffet with Champagne after the performance) PROGRAM: Introduced by musicologist KRISTI BROWN-MONTESANO - F. SCHUBERT: Adagio & Rondo concertante in F Major D 487 - L. BEETHOVEN: Piano Quartet No.1 in E Flat Major WO0 36 - F. HILLER: Piano Quartet No.3 in A minor Op 133 "US Premiere" Performed by: - MARTIN CHALIFOUR, violin, CARSON RICK, Viola, ALLAN HON, Cello, XIAO CHEN, piano Tickets ($69-$120) available at: www.LeSalondeMusiques.com Or by phone: (310) 498 0257

Surfer's Point LIVE at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, is bringing California's premier pop-up outdoor concert series to San Diego County this fall with three major live music events featuring nationally recognized artists in one of Southern California's most iconic destinations. Created by CBF Productions, Surfer's Point LIVE transforms celebrated California venues into unforgettable outdoor concert experiences. Each event is designed as a limited-time destination where fans can enjoy world-class live music, great local food and drinks, and the unmistakable energy of the California lifestyle. The inaugural Del Mar series kicks off on Thursday, September 24, 2026, with Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legends Lynyrd Skynyrd joined by special guests Loverboy. For more than five decades, Lynyrd Skynyrd has defined Southern rock with timeless anthems including "Sweet Home Alabama" and "Free Bird." Joining them is multi-platinum rock band Loverboy, whose catalog includes fan favorites such as "Working for the Weekend," "Turn Me Loose," and "The Kid Is Hot Tonite." The series continues on Friday, October 2, 2026, as the award-winning Boots & Brews Country Music Festival makes its Del Mar debut featuring Billy Currington and Dylan Scott. Currington has become one of country music's most consistent hitmakers with chart-topping songs including "People Are Crazy," "Good Directions," and "Do I Make You Wanna." Scott brings his signature blend of modern country and heartfelt storytelling with Platinum-certified hits including "My Girl" and "Can't Have Mine (Find You a Girl)." A third headline concert will be announced in the coming weeks, completing the inaugural Surfer's Point LIVE season at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. All concerts will take place in the Del Mar Arena, an open-air venue at the Del Mar Fairgrounds that combines the excitement of an outdoor concert with the comfort of covered seating, creating the perfect setting for unforgettable live entertainment along the Southern California coast. More than just a concert, Surfer's Point LIVE is designed to bring people together through great music, iconic locations, and memorable nights under the California sky. Fans can enjoy a relaxed outdoor atmosphere with local food and beverage options while experiencing performances from some of today's biggest touring artists. Tickets for Lynyrd Skynyrd with Loverboy are on sale now with options including Reserved Seating, General Admission, GA+, VIP, and Surf Side Box Seats. Tickets start at $44.78 plus applicable fees. Premium fan experiences include the Lynyrd Skynyrd Gold Package, Backstage Photo Experience, and the exclusive Ultimate Experience, featuring side-stage viewing and an unforgettable onstage moment during the band's final encore bow. Tickets are also on sale for Boots & Brews featuring Billy Currington and Dylan Scott, with General Admission, Lasso Lounge, VIP, Corral Box, and Cabana Box options beginning at $59.99 plus applicable fees. Information regarding the third headline event will be announced soon! For tickets and additional information, visit www.surferspointlive.com.

Ghost Light Masquerade returns October 22–30 with seven spine-tingling performances from San Diego’s premier contemporary ballet company, The Rosin Box Project. Inspired by theater superstitions, this immersive, contemporary ballet theatrical performance invites you to step into a world of mischievous spirits, eerie encounters, and hauntingly beautiful movement as you explore the shadows of a stage that never sleeps. Arrive in your ghoulish best and be prepared to explore, dance, and experience an unforgettable night where the boundaries between the seen and the unseen are shattered. Don’t miss out on this hauntingly delightful experience! The Rosin Box Project on Facebook / Instagram

The Art Glass Guild located in the Village Arts Center in Spanish Village at Balboa Park will be hosting their Fall Patio Show and Sale on the weekend of October 10 and 11. The patio and Studio 25 will be filled with local San Diego glass artists. See beautiful art representing many techniques, including blown, fused, torch, stained, cast, etched and mosaic art. There will be glass demonstrations and a free mosaic make and take. Art Glass Guild - Balboa Park San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

The Pumpkin Express returns! Saturdays and Sundays October 24 – October 31, 2026 Join the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Association in our annual Pumpkin Express Halloween Celebration! Come ride our decorated vintage railcars through the San Diego County backcountry as fall descends upon Campo, CA. The Pumpkin Express winds down the hill through some of the most scenic parts of the historic San Diego and Arizona Railway. Fares for the Pumpkin Express 2026 Coach Class Tickets Infants – Free (under 1 riding in an Adult’s lap) Children – $18.95 (ages 1-17) Adults – $24.94 (18+) Members – $22.50 (w/ID) First Class Tickets Infants – Free (under 1 riding in an Adult’s lap) Children – $33.95 (ages 1-17) Adults – $39.94 (18+) Members – $35.95 (w/ID) Locomotive Cab Rides All – $50 (ages 6+) Only two cab ride spaces are available on each train. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum on Facebook / Instagram

First, why hasn’t the city used Measure C revenue for new homeless services? Next, we’ll tell you about a year-long sampling project to catalog tiny species living along our coastways. Then, new cabins have popped up in Pacific Beach to aid those currently experiencing homelessness. And, we’ll give you one example of how the U.S. military is credited with a lot of San Diego’s growth.

McDonald's of Southern California is teaming up with barbers and hairstylists from Country Club Barber Shop to offer free haircuts to Escondido students as they prepare for the 2026-27 school year. The event will take place on Aug. 17 at McDonald's, 1146 E. Valley Pkwy. Walk-ins are welcome from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with giveaways and fun activities for kids. Children can also enjoy free chocolate chip cookies and apple slices, while supplies last. Limited appointments available, and the event will be held on a first-come, first-served basis.

Thursdays, August 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2026 The Athenaeum's outdoor movie series, Flicks on the Bricks, invites you to enjoy classic movies on our patio during beautiful summer nights. In August, KPBS film critic, arts reporter, and Cinema Junkie podcast host Beth Accomando returns to host the 20th annual Flicks on the Bricks series. Frank Capra was born in Italy and raised in Los Angeles. As an immigrant, he pursued the American Dream. He would go on to win Oscars for directing "Mr. Deeds Goes to Town" (1936) and other film comedies that championed the common man at the expense of the powers that be. Capra’s films reflect an immigrant's vision of what America and the American Dream were and how inspiring this country at its best could be. But he was never blind to its dark side, to corruption or to evil. His films are fueled by idealism and hope. So, as we celebrate America at 250, let's remember what immigrants like Capra contributed and bask in his vision of what we and America can be at our best. Popcorn is included with your ticket. Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be available for purchase. Plus, enjoy weekly trivia and prizes throughout the series. Join the Athenaeum for its 20th year of hot summer fun! Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Explore a new way to look at and build the art of collage with an eye towards using color, shape, pattern and composition as a means to construct an image that is out of the ordinary mindset of this time-honored medium. Anna Carll on Instagram Woodward Contemporary on Facebook / Instagram