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A celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Central Library Concert Series and the 25th anniversary of UC San Diego Library's Toy Piano Festival! For 25 years, UC San Diego Library’s Exhibits and Events Coordinator Scott Paulson has hosted the Toy Piano Festival, which pays homage to UC San Diego’s history with the adorable instrument. This special performance in the Neil Morgan Auditorium will feature Kay Etheridge, Kenneth Herman, Christian Hertzog, Scott Paulson, Barbara Scheidker, and special guest Sue Palmer, known as “The Queen of Boogie-Woogie.” To celebrate this milestone event, the Central Library also has a selection of toy pianos from UC San Diego Library's collection on exhibit on the 8th floor throughout the month of September, paired with fun facts and timelines about this versatile instrument! Want a double dose of toy pianos? A second performance will be hosted on the UC San Diego campus at the Geisel Library on Tuesday, September 30. San Diego Public Library on Instagram San Diego Central Library on Facebook

Ever wonder how certain animals survive in their unique habitats? This November, join the Children’s Museum of Discovery for our Fall Camp: Animal Superheroes, where campers will discover the amazing adaptations that help animals thrive in the deepest oceans, the hottest deserts, and beyond! November 24 - 26 Ages: 4 - 8 years old Registration: Members- $195 | Non-members: $225 Last day of registration: November 10 Children’s Museum of Discovery on Facebook / Instagram

Resonance is a free, all-ages event hosted by St. Brigid’s Episcopal Church and Oceanside Theatre Company, that builds community through creative expression. Held in OTC's Studio 219 (219 North Coast Highway), this is a space for all creatively-inclined people — artists, musicians, writers, and more — to showcase their work and to practice spontaneous creation together. It’s not quite an open mic, jam session, drum circle, or art night — but it has elements of all of these. All are welcome to participate as much or as little as they choose. If you’d prefer to just come and enjoy the vibe and performances, you are welcome to do that too. Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram

Come celebrate the start of Project [BLANK]’s seventh season at ICA San Diego, with a fierce lineup of local female performers presenting work in dialogue with the museum’s "NextGen 2025" exhibition of emerging voices. The evening features performance artist Allison Beaudry’s absurdist body-challenging works, violist Amy Cimini’s adventurous sound worlds, and vocalist Mariana Flores Bucio’s bold new explorations in voice. Join us for an evening of art, music, and community as we raise a glass to San Diego’s fearless creative spirit and kick off our bitchin’ new season. Visit: https://www.projectblanksd.org/season-launch Project [BLANK] on Facebook / Instagram

Sept. 26, 1 p.m. Little Italy told in pictures and story by Dr. Tom Cesarini Join us for a lively exploration of San Diego’s Little Italy, a lively immigrant enclave that flourished along the waterfront in the early 1900s. We will hear the origins, traditions and evolution into the chic urban neighborhood it is today. Sept. 26, 2:30 p.m. Emergency Preparedness at MCC with Val Warner-Saadat, MCC Police Chief Review of training protocols and exercises conducted by the MCC Police Department to better serve those attending each campus within our District. To join a Zoom meeting, LIFE must have your email address in order for you to receive the invite link. Meetings will start at 12:45 p.m. (you can join 15 minutes earlier) and the speaker will start at 1 p.m. Email: life.miracosta@gmail.com Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html

You're invited every Friday for two free talks in person or on zoom. September 19 1 p.m. Reporting on the Burrowing Owls of Imperial County: Kori Suzuki, Staff Reporter KPBS, San Diego’s NPR and PBS Stations The Imperial Valley has become an unlikely refuge for California’s burrowing owls, which are vanishing across the rest of the state. Now, state wildlife authorities are weighing declaring the tiny birds an endangered species. 2:30 p.m. The Floral Industry: Mike Mellano Mike Mellano will talk about 100 years of his family’s history, dedication, and innovation in the flower industry in Southern California. He will also talk about the current cut flower industry and how it is evolving. To join a Zoom meeting, LIFE must have your email address in order for you to receive the invite link. Meetings will start at 12:45 pm (you can join 15 minutes earlier) and the speaker will start at 1 p.m. Email: life.miracosta@gmail.com 30 min. snack break between speakers. Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html

Join us for our Chapter Committees Showcase and Volunteer Expo! This will be an informal event where our committees showcase their projects and programs, events planned and sponsored, and other partner organizations they work with. See beautiful photos, watch interesting demonstrations, view motivating informational materials, talk with friendly committee members, and sign up to volunteer. You may also hear some brief talks that describe the work of a committee in more detail. Bring your friends and neighbors to learn about native plants and all the important benefits they provide. California Native Plant Society, San Diego Chapter on Facebook / Instagram

Come learn about the ongoing impacts of pollution in the Tijuana River estuary and neighboring communities and share your perspective. We’re partnering with community organizations dedicated to serving and protecting South Bay neighborhoods. Hear from inewsource environmental reporter Philip Salata and experts on the issue. Learn about opportunities to volunteer and/or support organizations. A nature walk will start at 12:30 p.m. Admission is free and includes 1 free drink ticket. inewsource on Facebook / Instagram

Friday, September 19 join us for San Diego Made: LIVE, a free celebration of creativity, culture, and community at the San Diego Made Factory from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The evening features a lineup of live art and music performances, art demos, and open studios. All are welcome! Musical Performances Art + Creative Experiences: - Projection mapping installation - Live painting by Ana Violeta Additional Highlights: - $5 drink specials - Food for purchase by Miguelitos MORE TBA! This event is free and open to all ages. San Diego Made Factory: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Join the Children’s Museum of Discovery for a morning of connection and collaboration as we explore how hands-on experiences and developmentally appropriate practices can be used to promote emotional well-being, self-regulation, and focus in early learners. Through tangible tools and strategies, educators will be inspired with ways to incorporate mindfulness into their classrooms and caregiving environments. Monday, Oct. 20, 2025 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. California Center for the Arts 340 N Escondido Blvd Escondido, CA 92025 Registration: $14 The Play Exchange is generously supported by SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Visit: The Play Exchange Children's Museum of Discovery on Instagram and Facebook