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Club Kokomo Spirits is bringing the heat to San Marcos with an electrifying Bartender Battle at Draft Republic. On October 6, some of San Diego’s most talented bartenders will face off in a high-energy showdown that celebrates creativity, craft, and community. With spirits flowing, bowling rolling and cocktails shaking, this is more than a competition—it’s an evening of flavor, flair, and fun. What to Expect: Kick off the night with Happy Hour Bowling from 5–7 p.m., then grab a front-row seat as the competition begins: - Round 1 – Stirred, Not Shaken 8 bartenders bring their best stirred cocktail. - Round 2 – Straight Shots 6 bartenders battle it out with spirit-forward shots—no mixers allowed. - Round 3 – Reimagined Classics 4 bartenders take tiki and timeless cocktails to new heights. - Final Showdown – Secret Ingredient Cocktail 2 bartenders, 1 mystery ingredient, unlimited creativity. All night long, Draft Republic’s bartenders will be serving Happy Hour-priced drinks and bowling, so the crowd can sip and play while the action unfolds. Price: Free to enter! Happy Hour pricing for drinks and bowling all evening. Venue and Address: Draft Republic San Marcos | 255 Redel Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078 Time: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. A Toast to Community: This Bartender Battle carries a special purpose beyond the competition. A portion of the day’s beverage sales will be donated to support CRG’s Bar Development Manager, Julio Medina, as he undergoes treatment for cancer. We invite you to join us in standing by a cherished member of our community. Club Kokomo Spirits on Facebook / Instagram

Rafael Payare, conductor Matthias Goerne, baritone San Diego Symphony Orchestra Mahler: Selections from The Boy's Magical Horn (Des Knaben Wunderhorn) Bruckner: Symphony No. 4 in E-flat Major, WAB 104, “Romantic” Few literary works had as significant an influence throughout the 19th century as "The Boy's Magical Horn" (Des Knaben Wunderhorn); its mix of everyday experience and the supernatural and bizarre were a perfect match for the Romantic movement. Mahler, one of the greatest songwriters of all time, used these texts as the basis for his own creation, evoking the lives and feelings of ordinary people in extraordinary times. (Of the dozen or so songs that Mahler orchestrated in this collection, six of them will be heard on this concert: "Rheinlegendchen," "Wo die schönen Trompeten blasen," "Das irdische Leben," "Urlicht," "Revelge" and "Der Tambourg’sell".) Bruckner’s spacious symphonies are filled with images of the countryside and high mountains of his native Austria; his Symphony No. 4, “Romantic” is especially loved for its magnificent writing for the horns, using these instruments to suggest wild huntsmen riding across a landscape. Gustav Mahler's beautiful melodies evoke the lives and feelings of ordinary people in extraordinary times. Mahler’s much-loved teacher was Anton Bruckner, whose gloriously spacious symphonies are filled with images of the green countryside and high mountains of his native Austria. Visit: https://www.sandiegosymphony.org/performances/where-the-shining-trumpets-blow/ San Diego Symphony on Instagram and Facebook

Two Performance Times: 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Nathalia Palis, host and performer San Diego Symphony wind quintet: Lily Josefsberg, flute Andrea Overturf, oboe Max Opferkuch, clarinet John Degnan, French horn Leyla Zamora, bassoon Stephanie Leavell: “Say Hello (From Your Head to Your Toes)” Denes Agay: Polka from Five Easy Dances arr. Clark Cothern: “The Itsy Bitsy Spider” Ravel (arr. Frank Morelli): "Little Tom Thumb" from Mother Goose Suite Mendelsson (arr. Jack Marquardt): Scherzo from A Midsummer Night’s Dream Mozart (arr. Eberhard Ramm): Variations on “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star” Ferenc Farkas: "Ugrós (Leaping Dance)" from Early Hungarian Dances Stephanie Leavell: “We Have to Say Goodbye” Take a musical journey into the whimsical world of Mother Goose with the lively sounds of a woodwind quintet! Featuring the flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon and horn, this enchanting performance introduces young listeners to a colorful palette of melodies and playful characters. With music that twirls, soars and sparkles, kids will love discovering how each instrument tells its part of the story. Perfect for curious minds and little explorers! Visit: https://www.sandiegosymphony.org/performances/mother-goose-winds-sk/ San Diego Symphony on Instagram and Facebook

Alisa Weilerstein, cello Project Creator: Alisa Weilerstein Director: Elkhanah Pulitzer Set/Lighting Designer: Seth Reiser Costume Designer: Molly Irelan Artistic Producer/Advisor: Hanako Yamaguchi In Alisa Weilerstein: "Fragments 4 – Labyrinth", the fourth installment of this groundbreaking performance series for solo cello performed by Alisa Weilerstein, new works are woven together with Johann Sebastian Bach’s fourth cello suite, responsive lighting and scenic architecture, inviting audiences into an immersive, multisensory experience. Composers featured in this edition of the "Fragments" Series include Courtney Bryan, Gabriel Kahane, Matthias Pintscher, Missy Mazzoli, Paul Wiancko and of course Johann Sebastian Bach. Please note: The San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this program. Visit: https://www.sandiegosymphony.org/performances/weilerstein-fragments-4/ Alisa Weilerstein on Instagram and Facebook

Creative Connections: SEL Through Contemporary Art with the ArtReach Learning Portal In this hands-on professional development workshop, educators will learn two creative projects, based on contemporary art practices, that integrate Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Participants will explore how these art forms can encourage self-expression, emotional processing, and social connection in the classroom. The session will also introduce the ArtReach Learning Portal, offering resources and tools to support SEL-focused art education. Educators will leave with ready-to-implement projects and access to a rich digital platform for continued learning and inspiration. This professional development workshop will focus on strategies art educators can use to incorporate contemporary artists into their lesson plans and to strengthen their confidence in speaking to and teaching from contemporary art. Focusing on artists from California, the San Diego/Tijuana border region, and arts resources within San Diego County, this workshop will provide culturally relevant touchstones for lesson development that reflect the intersectional identities of San Diego students. The session will provide hands-on art making activities that can then be applied directly in classrooms. In addition to supporting culturally responsive curriculum and contemporary arts focus, the lessons will also promote social emotional learning (SEL) by engaging the 5 SEL competencies of CASEL 5. Participants will walk away with resources, strategies, and lessons to immediately implement in their classrooms. All lessons are supported by the National Core Arts Standards. ArtReach: Website / Facebook / Instagram

See Ice Cube live at Viejas Arena. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. Visit one of our no-fee cash-to-card kiosks conveniently located behind the Ticket Office at the Main Gate, or at Gate 3. Bag Policy Update: Viejas Arena is a clear bag venue. Bags must be clear plastic or clear vinyl and may not exceed 12" x 6" x 12" or a one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag. Small purses, bags, clutches, or wallets (clear or non-clear) no larger than 4.5" x 6.5" will be allowed. All personal items are subject to inspection prior to entry and once inside the venue. No backpacks are allowed. Visit: https://as.sdsu.edu/viejas_arena/event/767 Ice Cube on Instagram and Facebook

One of the first horror films in cinema history, "Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror" tells the tale of the foreboding vampire Count Orlok and the real estate agent and his wife who become the objects of the count’s bloodlust. Please Note: While silent films contain no spoken dialogue, this film's dialogue cards are in German with English subtitles. Visit: https://sandiegotheatres.org/event/2025/10/nosferatu-symphony-horror-1922 San Diego Theaters on Instagram and Facebook

Remember putting on an album and listening from start to finish? Relive that moment with a live concert experience unlike any other as The Black Jacket Symphony recreates AC/DC’s iconic album Back In Black live in its entirety (Back in Black, ‘You Shook Me All Night Long, Hells Bells, Shoot to Thrill, What Do You Do For Money Honey, Have A Drink On Me and Rock and Roll Ain’t Noise Pollution - note for note, sound for sound—plus a full set of AC/DC’s greatest hits including Thunderstruck, War Machine, Highway to Hell, Are You Ready and Fire Your Guns. Over the past 13 years, the Black Jacket Symphony has performed over 40 classic rock albums, bringing an incredible night of entertainment to over a million music lovers across the US. The group of hand-picked musician’s changes based upon the album being performed—and no sonic detail is overlooked, with the musicians doing whatever it takes to reproduce the album. It’s a full night of rock and roll magic—plus a visual experience unlike any other. Fans across the country flock to their shows—and once you see one, you won’t miss another! “Back in Black” – the band’s seventh studio album released in July of 1980 - has sold more than 40 million copies since it was released. It’s an amazing feat, especially since there was a chance AC/DC could have called it quits before “Back in Black” ever existed. On February 19, 1980, AC/DC’s front man Bon Scott died at age 33. The band briefly considered breaking up, but instead went on to find a new voice in the form of Brian Johnson. Five months after Scott’s death, “Back in Black” was born. Don’t let the name fool you…known for their incredible live recreations of some of classic rock’s greatest albums, The Black Jacket Symphony is bringing AC/DC’s iconic album “Back In Black” to life. It’s a full rock-and-roll experience! Black jackets for them, blue jeans for you. Visit: https://www.ticketmaster.com/the-black-jacket-symphony-presents-acdcs-el-cajon-california-10-24-2025/event/0B00626BDB172390? The Black Jacket Symphony on Instagram and Facebook

The two-time Tony Award-nominated director begins her tenure in early 2026.

Don’t miss this chance to experience the vibrant sounds of jazz in a lively community setting! The Ian Harland Quartet features Ian Harland on vibraphone, John Opferkuch on piano, Doug Walker on bass, and Tyler Kreutel on drums. Native San Diegan Ian Harland has been playing music since he was seven. A long-time drummer, while studying at SDSU he became increasingly interested in harmony and composition, which led his studies towards mallets rather than a drum set. When his teacher, Anthony Smith, moved to New York, Harland bought Smith’s vibraphone and set out to become fluent as an improviser and composer on the instrument. He now records and performs professionally as a vibraphonist. He graduated from SDSU with a bachelor’s and master’s in Jazz studies. John Opferkuch pursued his education, graduating from Yale in music while honing his jazz from stellar musicians like Joshua White and Peter Sprague (both of whom have performed at Osher) and performing on the piano with numerous professional ensembles. Versatile bassist Doug Walker pours his love of music into every performance. He has been on the San Diego scene since 2001, backing up many of the city’s renowned artists across the spectrum of musical genres. His particular passion for modern jazz has afforded him performances with many local legends and has inspired an abundance of original compositions and arrangements. Tyler Kreutel, born and raised in San Diego, took up the drums at the age of 12 in his middle school jazz band and hasn’t looked back since. Tyler graduated from The San Diego School for Creative and Performing Arts in 2012 and went on to receive his bachelors in music performance at California State University Long Beach. This is a jazz quartet of incomparable talent and the performance on October 3 is free and open to potential new members and their guests. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UC San Diego: https://extendedstudies.ucsd.edu/olli