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LAVEL launches its new Zumba® program in La Jolla with a free 90-minute Master Class on Saturday, October 17, at La Jolla Martial Arts on Girard Avenue. The class is led by Lavel Bryant, a U.S. Navy veteran with more than 14 years of experience teaching Zumba® and group fitness. Expect Latin and world rhythms with easy-to-follow moves. No dance experience is needed, and everyone can go at their own pace. Admission is free, but advance registration is required at lajollatkd.com/zumba. Bring a friend.

Summer Soulstice Arts & Wellness Festival in North County San Diego When: June 26 - 28, 2026 2026 Theme: Radical Re-imagining Schedule + Locations: Day 1 | Opening Community Mixer | 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Location: Oceanside Museum of Art: 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054 Live Performances • DJ • Culinary Arts Corner • Wellness & Art Vendors • Imagination Stations Day 2 | Play Day + Mixer | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Oceanside Museum of Art: 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054 Mindful Movement • Art in Conversation • Art Walk • Social Mixer Day 3 | Workshops + Closing Mixer | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Location: Oceanside Civic Center Library: 330 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054 Mindful Movement • Creative Expression • Sound Healing Live Performances • Culinary Arts Corner • Wellness & Art Vendors Locations: Oceanside Museum of Art, Oceanside Public Library

San Diego Art Prize; Toy Piano Festival; Gilbert Castellanos plays Dizzy Gillespie; Nereida Dusten at Visions; Surf Côte d’Ivoire's screening of "The Rising Dawn"; local poetry; "Phantom of the Opera" and more.

Join us at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park for a Día de los Muertos celebration honoring tradition, community and remembrance. Experience this vibrant Mexican holiday as we celebrate loved ones who have passed and embrace the beauty of life. Leo Carrillo Ranch will be decorated for the holiday the week before and after the Oct. 31 event. Guests are also welcome to visit the park for casual touring during regular park hours. On Saturday, Oct. 31, the celebration comes to life with music, activities and community gatherings from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A traditional ofrenda dedicated to the Carrillo family and colorful decorations will welcome guests throughout the ranch. Activities & Schedule 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Explore the historic adobe ranch house decorated for the holiday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Storytelling in the historic hacienda 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Face painting 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Enjoy arts and crafts, remember loved ones at the community ofrenda, capture memories at festive photo ops 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Food and drink available for purchase from Gaby's Tacos (food truck) 11 a.m. - Ballet Folklorico de Tapatio de San Dieguito 12:30 p.m. - Grupo Bella, a family-friendly concert Activities may be modified or canceled due to inclement weather.

Following their stunning world premiere at The Stone in NYC in September 2025, Mark Dresser’s Gradience Quartet makes its highly anticipated debut at UC San Diego. Bringing together a strikingly unconventional instrumentation, the ensemble fluidly blurs the boundaries of genre and traditional musical parameters. Yet, beyond the structural innovation of their compositions, the defining force of this quartet is their profound emotional and improvisational synergy. Their performance promises a rare, captivating chemistry where distinct sonic worlds merge with breathtaking intimacy and power. Gradience Quartet: Mark Dresser – acoustic bass DoYeon Kim – gayageum, vocals Cory Smythe – electro acoustic piano Sara Schoenbeck – bassoon Mark Dresser is a Grammy nominated, internationally renowned bass player, improviser, and composer. At the core of his music is an obsession and commitment to expanding the sonic, musical, and expressive possibilities of the contrabass. He has recorded over one hundred-fifty CDs including ten CDs as composer/bandleader, seven solo recordings and a DVD. His solo recording, “Tines of Change” was listed in the “Best Recordings of 2023” by Downbeat Magazine. His latest, solo recording In the Shadow of A Mad King features a duo with the late great poet Jerome Rothenberg, (Tzadik 2024). UC San Diego Music on Facebook / Instagram

Bring the family for our Free Family Creativity Days at Queen Califia's Magical Circle on October 10, 17, and 24 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, October 17, we will be having Beads by Brinley and California Coastal Crafts join us to make bracelets from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. From 12-2 p.m., Barktorium will be hosting a special Doggie Lick Art activity. Be sure to bring your puppy over to the fun! Gate opens at 9 a.m. Events begin at 10 a.m. Please RSVP through Visit Escondido for a chance to win an exclusive Queen Califia surprise bundle. We hope to see you there! Visit Escondido on Instagram

"The Scientific Art of Historic Preservation" explores the hidden processes behind saving historic places. Through material analysis, architectural investigation, conservation techniques, and stories from preservation specialists, the exhibition reveals how historic buildings act as physical archives of craftsmanship, trade, design, and community life. Using Wisteria Cottage alongside regional and national examples, the exhibition invites visitors to see preservation not simply as restoration, but as discovery: peeling back layers of paint, wood, plaster, and history to better understand the people and ideas that shaped the built environment. Museum of History and Culture La Jolla on Facebook / Instagram

Choose from upcoming dates: November 12, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. November 22, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. December 6, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. December 17, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. 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! This workshop is perfect for ages 14 and up, so grab a friend or come solo and let’s create some magic together! All materials and tools will be provided, and the cost of materials is included in the workshop fee. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • If this class is full or you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

In a new graphic memoir, author Pedro Martín recounts his experience picking strawberries in California's Central Coast. Then, the Old Globe premieres "Begin Again," a reimagining of the 2013 film. And finally, your weekend arts preview.

The self-guided, self-paced shopping event brings together 26 participating businesses across the county. Shoppers can map their own adventure, discover new favorite stores, collect stamps along the way, and enter to win gift cards from participating retailers. The San Diego Vintage Crawl celebrates the region’s independent vintage community and encourages residents and visitors alike to shop small, shop local, and seek out one-of-a-kind finds. This year’s participating retailers are: Bad Madge & Co. The Girl Can’t Help It Kurtz Street Antique Mall The Mart Oates General Oceanside Antiques & Collectibles The Reverie Room Sea Hive Station Sea Hive Mini Sea Hive Marketplace The Vibe Gallery Zac’s Attic Twice on Main Street Mookie Studios Hunt & Gather The Consignment Shack & East County Vinyl Little Red Boot The Eclectic Company Sugar & Spike Mobile Beautique SoCalAntiques Casa Vintage Jett Rock La Mesa Antique Mall artifact found and made Encinitas Antique Mall Consignment Classics Encinitas – Home Furnishings & Decor Store Event: San Diego Vintage Crawl Dates: Friday, September 25–Sunday, September 27, 2026 Website: SDVintageCrawl.com Instagram: @sdvintagecrawl Admission: Free; purchases optional Format: Self-guided, self-paced shopping crawl across participating San Diego County retailers