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Guitar slung low, microphone turned up, and emotion overflowing, Joe Samba taps into rock ‘n’ roll spirit and reggae soul all at once. The Massachusetts-born singer, songwriter, and guitarist sonically teeters on an axis of island-inflected grooves and gritty guitar-craft balanced by his dynamic vocals. He finds the sweet spot between smoked-out Caribbean bliss and sweat-soaked punkified energy. It’s why he’s quietly emerged as a phenomenon, toppling charts at #1 and performing alongside everyone from The Dirty Heads to Pepper. Joe Samba on Facebook / Instagram

Learn how to make the perfect probiotic pickle! Includes your own take-home mason jar of seasonal pickles! Learn: We'll explain fermentation and have a brief discussion about the benefits of making and eating fermenting foods Demo: We'll show you how easy it is to start making fermented foods yourself at home! We'll demo some simple fermented pickle recipes with cucumbers, peppers, carrots, and more which are loaded with healthy "probiotic" bacteria. Taste: We'll have a variety of fermented pickle styles to sample Do it yourself: Roll up your sleeves and make your very own batch of seasonal pickles with locally grown ingredients to take home and ferment Fermenters Club on Facebook / Instagram

Enjoy an evening of Italian wine and storytelling surrounded by nature at the San Diego Botanic Garden during Wine Tasting & History with Certified Sommelier Dane Kuta on Thursday, August 21 from 6 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy five hand-selected wines from esteemed wine-growing regions in Central Italy while learning about indigenous grapes and the unique production techniques that set them apart. Kuta will also share stories about the history of Italian wine, including the legendary tale of the Black Rooster, a symbol of Chianti’s traditions. Admission includes the wine tasting and a charcuterie tasting snack to accompany the various pours. San Diego Botanic Garden on Facebook / Instagram

In a once-in-a-generation collaboration, saxophonist and composer Ravi Coltrane and trumpeter and composer Terence Blanchard will perform the music of Miles Davis and John Coltrane in a very limited number of live appearances. The tour is as much about the current legacy of jazz and its future over the next 100 years as it is a tribute to the past century of this art form, with reimagined tunes by both Miles Davis and John Coltrane. La Jolla Music Society on Facebook / Instagram

Sheraton San Diego Resort celebrates the one-year anniversary of Brewery X Harbor Island with the official launch of Hoppy Harbor—a beer crafted exclusively for the resort by Brewery X and an epic marina side celebration. Guests can meet the brewers behind Brewery X, enjoy light bites, sip on Hoppy Harbor and other Brewery X favorites, and listen to live music throughout the evening. The celebration will also feature raffle giveaways and additional food and beverage available for purchase. Sheraton San Diego Resort on Facebook / Instagram

Bonjour! Welcome to our fragrant adventure! No experience necessary – just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm. Join us in crafting your very own signature scent under the guidance of our in-house French Perfume Designer, Jil Croquet. This workshop is an enjoyable three-hour session where you’ll dive into the art of perfume-making. From uncovering composition secrets to the sheer joy of smelling and blending scents, you’ll gain hands-on experience while learning the basics of fragrance design techniques. All the materials and tools you need are provided and included in the workshop fee. With a carefully curated selection of essential oils, we’ll explore this hidden world together. You’ll leave with your own personalized travel spray as a delightful keepsake of our aromatic journey. Come, let’s discover the captivating world of perfumery! Jil CROQUET Parfum on Facebook / Instagram

FREE Comedy Nights at L'Auberge Del Mar Join us on the first Friday of every month this summer, starting May 2, 2025, from 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. in the Jim Watkins Amphitheater! On behalf of L'Auberge Del Mar and the Del Mar Village Association, we are happy to announce Comedy Nights are officially back in (funny) business. Hosted by Bits Comedy. Shows take place every first Friday of the month, starting May 2nd, and go from 8 p.m. - 10 p.m., at the Jim Watkins Amphitheater. Arrive at 7:30 p.m. to pick your seats. Event is complimentary and first come first serve. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs. Bar service will be available. Del Mar Village on Facebook / Instagram

Join Us for a Community Clean-Up in Del Mar! The Del Mar Village Association (DMVA) invites you to take part in our “Keep Del Mar Green” community clean-up event! Together, we’ll protect our beautiful coastline, support sustainability, and make a lasting impact on our environment. We'll meet at the 17th Street Del Mar Lifeguard Station before spreading out across the beach, parks, and nearby streets to collect litter that would otherwise pollute our precious waterways. To make your efforts even more rewarding, the Del Mar Lifeguards will work with us to treat our volunteers to a delicious breakfast of eggs and pancakes. During the cleanup, we’ll use baskets from the Del Mar ShoreSaver Program—a pioneering environmental initiative led by DMVA in partnership with the City of Del Mar, EDCO, and Relic Coastal Collaborative—designed to keep our beaches pristine while promoting ecological health. We can’t wait to see you there—let’s keep Del Mar green! The Del Mar Village Association on Facebook / Instagram

A free 20 minute breakfast lecture series for our creative community. Join us for coffee, donuts, and inspiration every last Friday of the month. Claire Johnson is CEO of San Diego Magazine and SDM Studios, and co-founder of Del Mar Wine and Food Festival. She and her husband, Troy, acquired the media company in 2021–it has now been in business for 76 years. Originally from New York, she graduated from Loyola University with a journalism degree. Claire started her media career at NBCUniversal, where she worked in advertising and helped develop its Peacock platform before acquiring San Diego Magazine. Also a published photographer in publications like Vogue (and, of course, San Diego Magazine), Claire and her family live in Ocean Beach, San Diego. CreativeMornings San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Join us in a heartfelt celebration as we honor the lasting impact of Classics 4 Kids. Support access to transformative music education programs! Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Live Music ~ Hosted Cocktails ~ Buffet ~ Wine Bingo ~ Silent Auction Classics 4 Kids on Facebook / Instagram