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Join us during Banned Books Week to learn and craft! Make a Zine or embroider while you learn about banned books week and how to fight back and speak up! All ages welcome. Limited supplies. Every year during Banned Books Week (October 5-11 this year), the American Library Association (ALA) celebrates the freedom to read by recognizing books that have been challenged, censored, and banned in libraries and schools. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/banned-books-week-craft-hour-479860 American Library Association on Instagram and Facebook

The Ocean Beach Community Foundation, in partnership with the Ocean Beach MainStreet Association, brings back this exciting and tasty event, on Tuesday, October 21, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for a festive evening celebrating the vibrant and diverse culinary scene of Ocean Beach. This highly anticipated annual event invites locals and visitors of all ages to discover new food venues alongside the beloved classics that make Ocean Beach a distinctive food destination. With your ticket, you will receive a tasting card granting access to over 30 participating local restaurants, breweries, and wine bars, offering an array of samples that showcase the bold flavors and unique spirit of our community. All ages welcome; this event is family-friendly and in-person. * Sample tastings from over 30 local venues, including restaurants, breweries, and wine bars * Convenient free trolley service with multiple stops connecting key streets throughout Ocean Beach Tickets: $45 Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ocean-beach-restaurant-walk-2025-tickets-1574543003509 All proceeds benefit the Ocean Beach Community Foundation, supporting cherished community programs such as Taste of OB, the Holiday Parade & Tree, the Holiday Auction & Party, and the Food & Toy Drive. Ocean Beach Community Foundation on Facebook / Instagram

*AT SCRIPPS RESEARCH AUDITORIUM* Next up, on Wednesday, November 19, is a return visit by the Django Festival Allstars, who will be joined by the remarkable jazz vocalist Veronica Swift. This masterful French gypsy jazz quintet returns for its first local performance since debuting on the Athenaeum series in 2016. Step into a night that feels lifted from a Parisian café and reimagined for the 21st century. The Django Festival Allstars deliver a musical experience bursting with spirit, swing, and soul in what The Wall Street Journal calls “the best jazz show in town.” Led by guitarist Samson Schmitt, son of gypsy jazz legend Dorado Schmitt, this all-acoustic ensemble of international virtuosos radiates joy and passion through blazing guitar riffs, soaring violin, dazzling accordion, and deep, grooving bass. They celebrate the music of legendary gypsy guitarist Django Reinhardt who teamed with famed jazz violinist Stephane Grappelli in the 1930s and 40s to create the quintet of the Hot Club de France, which went on to become one of the most important jazz partnerships in history. Vocalist Veronica Swift made her local debut on the Athenaeum series in 2019 with pianist Benny Green. She is among the upper echelon of 21st century jazz singers because of her virtuosic brilliance, interpretive ingenuity, bracing songwriting, and keen arrangements. The Wall Street Journal wrote, “She has a miraculous voice, musical ability and technique, as well as an innate gift for entertaining a crowd.” Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Bring your furry friend for a tail-wagging good time at Hilton San Diego Bayfront’s third annual BooFront Pet Costume Contest! Dress up your pup for a chance to win prizes—including credits at Hudson & Nash—and enjoy festive activities like a blue-carpet runway, caricature portraits, pup cups from Starbucks, and more. Don’t miss the community vendors, giveaways, and the chance to support Helen Woodward Animal Center. Hilton San Diego Bayfront on Facebook / Instagram

World-Renowned Belly Dance Pioneer Suhaila Salimpour Returns to San Diego for a Weekend of Dance, Culture, and Celebration San Diego, CA — Suhaila Salimpour, visionary artist and one of the most influential figures in the world of belly dance, will headline a weekend of dance and performance in San Diego, featuring a 6-hour belly dance intensive and the dazzling Suhaila Super Star Gala. A trailblazer in Middle Eastern dance, Suhaila brings her signature fusion of deep cultural knowledge, precise technique, and dynamic performance to this unique event designed to inspire dancers of all levels and uplift the local arts community. ________________________________________ Featuring: Live performance by Fadi Islambouli and Suhaila Salimpour With special guest performers from across Southern California! ________________________________________ About Suhaila Salimpour Suhaila Salimpour is a first-generation Kurdish-American of Sicilian-Greek descent and a second-generation belly dancer, continuing the legacy of her mother, Jamila Salimpour. She is the creator of the first structured certification program and pedagogical system in belly dance, transforming how the dance is studied, taught, and preserved globally. Suhaila has toured internationally, performed in top venues across the Middle East and beyond, choreographed three full-length theatrical productions, and recorded over 23 albums with renowned Arabic musicians. Her contributions have earned prestigious accolades, including the 2024 Gerbode Foundation Special Award for Dance and Movement, and the 2023/24 Isadora Duncan Special Award for Outstanding Production. She currently serves on the boards of Shawl-Anderson Dance Center, World Arts West, and the Mahea Uchiyama Center for International Dance, while co-producing the YALLAH Arts Festival in the Bay Area. She is also pursuing her MFA in Dance at Saint Mary’s College of California. ________________________________________ A Celebration of Culture and Community Rooted in the traditions of the SWANA (Southwest Asian and North African) region, this weekend of programming is more than just dance—it's a powerful gathering of community, heritage, and cultural expression. In support of children and families in the Middle East, $1 from every Gala ticket will be donated to the Middle East Children’s Alliance (MECA). Attendees are also encouraged to make additional contributions online: Click here to donate directly Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/suhaila-super-star-gala-tickets-1415940719809?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl Suhaila Salimpour on Instagram and Facebook

"The Yellow Boat" By David Saar Directed by Tracy Williams Climb aboard "The Yellow Boat," a heart-filled, color-splashed journey through the imagination of a remarkable boy named Benjamin! Based on a true story, this playful and powerful adventure sails through swirls of art, music, and laughter— even in stormy seas. With courage as his compass and creativity as his sail, Benjamin shows us that even the smallest boat can make the biggest waves. This powerful production celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and reminds us of the healing power of love and expression. This is one voyage you don’t want to miss! Preview performance, November 6, 7:30 p.m. November 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 7:30 p.m. November 8, 9, 15, 16, 2 p.m. MiraCosta College Theatre on Instagram

"This is physics. It's also politics. The two are sometimes painfully difficult to keep apart." "Copenhagen", the 2000 Tony Award winner for Best Play, explores an explosive confrontation between science and politics. Inspired by actual events that have intrigued and baffled historians for more than 50 years, "Copenhagen" revolves around a 1941 meeting between two brilliant physicists, Niels Bohr of Denmark and Germany's Werner Heisenberg. The two men were long-time friends whose work together opened the way to the atomic bomb, but who were now on opposite sides of World War II. This pivotal meeting was a defining moment of the nuclear age, yet its true nature remains a mystery. Why did Heisenberg go to Copenhagen? What was he hoping to accomplish? The search for an unknowable truth forms the core of "Copenhagen." In the uncertain times of 1941, "Copenhagen" is a refreshing reminder of the value of seeking the truth. Visit: https://www.lamplighterslamesa.com/ Lamplighters Community Theater on Instagram and Facebook

Winter has arrived, and it’s time to fall in love with the magic of La Gondola. From December 3 to 23, The Gondola Company invites you to celebrate the season with a Holiday Gondola Cruise through the charming Coronado Cays. Step aboard a beautifully decorated gondola, where a festively dressed gondolier will guide you through peaceful waterways to the soft sounds of holiday music. Each ride is designed to capture the spirit of the season. Enjoy complimentary corkage, so you’re welcome to bring along your favorite drinks. To make the experience even more special, you can add festive touches like holiday-themed wine glasses and mugs, freshly baked gingerbread cookies, and cozy holiday blankets to keep warm. Holiday Gondola Cruises start at just $129 for two guests and offer a magical way to enjoy the season. Planning something bigger? The Holiday Caorlina Cruises can accommodate up to 14 passengers, starting at $530. This year, make your holidays truly memorable and set sail into the season with The Gondola Company. Visit: https://www.gondolacompany.com/holiday-gondola-cruise/ The Gondola Company on Instagram and Facebook

Pack your tent and prepare for a wild night under the stars at Lions, Tigers & Bears’ annual Spooky Campover on Friday, October 24! Celebrate Halloween in the most unforgettable way, camping out just steps away from rescued lions, tigers, and bears. The evening is filled with festive fun for the whole family: carving pumpkins, explore a haunted house for all ages, joining the costume contest, and roast s’mores by the fire with plenty of hot cocoa to keep you warm. Pitch your tent on the sanctuary lawn, cook dinner outdoors, and drift off to sleep to the calls of the animals around you. For adults, the Spookeasy bar will be serving up creative cocktails to keep the night spirit. Whether you’re dining, toasting marshmallows, or simply gazing at the stars, this one-of-a-kind campout promises memories you’ll never forget. Visit: Spooky Campover at Lions Tigers & Bears Lions Tigers & Bears on Instagram and Facebook

Come dressed in your best costume and join us for Lions Tigers & Bears’ Pumpkin Bash on Saturday, October 25th at 10 a.m.! Watch rescued big cats and bears tear into pumpkins stuffed with tasty treats as part of their special fall enrichment. From playful pounces to pumpkin smashing, you’ll see the animals enjoy every moment of this seasonal celebration. Bring your Halloween spirit, cheer them on, and experience a one-of-a-kind autumn adventure at the sanctuary. Visit: Pumpkin Bash at Lions Tigers and Bears Lions Tigers & Bears on Instagram and Facebook