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The San Diego Public Library and the San Diego Chapter of the Horror Writers Association invite you to An Evening of Nightmares, our October celebration of horror literature! Come listen as local horror authors, including Dennis K. Crosby, S. Faxon, T. J. Kang, Jon Cohn, Cory Oakes, and Chad Stroup, read from their terrifyingly terrific works to bring frightful delight to the Halloween season! We look forward to scaring you! Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/An-Evening-of-Nightmares-390340

Discover the fascinating world of coffee! Whether you're a casual coffee drinker or a true aficionado, this lecture will deepen your appreciation for your daily cup. Michele Amacker of Cafe Moto will guide you through the journey of coffee, from the origins of the bean to the intricate brewing processes that create the perfect cup. Learn about different coffee varieties, brewing techniques, and the science behind flavor profiles. Plus, enjoy free samples of freshly brewed coffee! Come for the knowledge, stay for the taste. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/sv-hold-30257

Embrace the supernatural with an unforgettable weekend as we bring the legendary La Pocha Nostra back to San Diego! Join us for a screening of four of Guillermo Gómez-Peña’s groundbreaking films on Sunday, October 20 at The Front Arte Cultura Gallery, offering a rare glimpse into the evolution of his cinematic work. "Son of Border Crisis" (1990), directed by Isaac Artenstein, tackles the cultural clashes and immigrant struggles faced by Mexican-Americans. "SF Apocalypse" (2022), is a post-pandemic experimental performance film set in a dystopian art space on the periphery of San Francisco. Shot by filmmaker Gustavo Vazquez, the film features a cast of 25 artists who join Gómez-Peña in creating a visionary commentary on the collapse of creative spaces in a post-pandemic world. "Oaxacalifornia" (2024) showcases decades of collaborative work by La Pocha Nostra with artists in Oaxaca, Mexico. "Alien Planet" (2024), an exclusive sneak peek at a brand-new film created during LPN’s ongoing artistic residency in Roswell, New Mexico. Directed by Balitrónica and Gómez-Peña. Filmed by EmaLee Arroyo, Sarah Stolar & Dr Darkturn. Hair and Nails by Feral Kitten and Costuming by Jess Fitz and Kate Turner. We hope you'll also bear witness to the magic on Friday, October 18 at Bread & Salt Gallery for a one-of-a-kind performance and Divination Ritual. NOTE: Ages 18+ The performance and films contain nudity and are not suitable for children. La Pocha Nostra on Facebook / Instagram

Embrace the supernatural with an unforgettable installment of THE SALTY SERIES as we bring the legendary La Pocha Nostra to San Diego!
The weekend begins with an unforgettable live performance by La Pocha Nostra, featuring La Pocha Nostra’s Artistic Directors Balitrónica and Guillermo Gómez-Peña, with special guest Perry Vasquez. The Mex Files: A Divination Ritual is an immersive, live-action duet where spoken word and ritual performance collide. In a piece that defies conventional storytelling, Balitrónica manipulates tarot decks and a casino roulette, allowing fate to dictate the script and performance, creating a constantly evolving experience. This intimate and raw performance confronts both personal and collective crises, speaking to Gómez-Peña’s ongoing exploration of cultural reinvention, spiritual upheaval, and survival in the age of pandemics. The weekend continues with a screening of four of Gómez-Peña’s groundbreaking films on Sunday, October 20 at The Front Arte Cultura Gallery, offering a rare glimpse into the evolution of his cinematic work. NOTE: Ages 18+ The performance and films contain nudity and are not suitable for children. La Pocha Nostra on Facebook / Instagram

Fresh off of Poor Things, director Lanthimos' three-part dark comedy about domination and free will feels like a lazy and self-admiring riff — punctuated by the occasional crude shock.

Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024 from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Caltrans is closing traffic at the 43rd St on and off-ramps at Interstate 805 while crews perform routine scheduled road and landscape maintenance. As the work is being performed, members of the public will have the opportunity to walk and bike the highway while helping to clean it up and learn more about the Reconnecting Communities: Highways 2 Boulevards Pilot Program. Caltrans, SANDAG, Mundo Gardens, and the Urban Collaborative Project CDC will host this family-friendly event, which will include booths from public agencies and community organizations, live art demonstrations, and other engagement activities. Trash pickers and trash bags are available to beautify the area. Attendees can enter the event at the 43rd Street / I-805 ramps, across from the Southcrest Park Plaza. More info at https://dot.ca.gov/caltrans-near-me/district-11/programs/reconnectingcommunities/43i805-closureevent

Join Project Performer Productions for a magical adventure through Wonderland with "Alice in Wonderland Jr.," a vibrant musical featuring talented young performers. Follow young Alice as she tumbles down the rabbit hole into a fantastical land filled with quirky characters like the Mad Hatter, Queen of Hearts, and Cheshire Cat. This vibrant musical adaptation is perfect for families and kids of all ages. The show runs from Thursday, October 17 at 6:30 p.m. to Saturday, October 19. Bring the whole family to experience this whimsical journey filled with lively music and beloved characters.

Event by North County Climate Change Alliance and Northern Arizona Climate Change Alliance Our Changing Climate Series - Please join us to hear from special guest speaker Leona Morgan (Diné, she/her). This event is being co-hosted by the Northern Arizona Climate Change Alliance (NAZCCA). https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEuc-mpqD8vGdF4F3z5Tbkogj-DPsGdp7ue?fbclid=IwY2xjawFsTNdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHSz31GN4Qw6LXXHU-ZtyNTFJh2rayeYru4ZmVm3BwQMBSGT0ZmDjZAq5jg_aem_WajVSx__4qzbS0LdX6LHzg#/registration Our speaker will unpack the Diné history of nuclear colonialism, highlight why nuclear energy is not a solution to climate change, and make connections between New Mexico and Southern California regarding radioactive waste management. Leona Morgan (Diné, she/her) is a community organizer who has been fighting nuclear colonialism since 2007. The Albuquerque-based activist is a co-founder of Haul No!, an initiative to stop Energy Fuels' uranium mine near the Grand Canyon. She helped to successfully prevent a new uranium mining and processing project in Churchrock and Crownpoint, New Mexico. Leona grew up in Fort Defiance, Arizona, and attributes the health issues suffered by her family and others who live (or lived) near uranium sites to the resulting radioactive exposure and contamination. She is a graduate student at the University of New Mexico. There will be time for questions from the audience.

Brain Balance, a leading drug-free brain training program designed to help adults and kids improve focus, behavior, social skills, cognitive performance, health, safety, and emotional well-being, is hiring several positions. They will be hosting a job fair Brain Balance is looking to fill full-time and part-time positions at its Carmel Mountain location in San Diego – 10175 Rancho Carmel Drive, Suite 124 (92128). Apply online or bring in your resume and cover letter. Open positions include: • Sensory Motor & Cognitive Coaches • Program Manager • Business and Marketing Intern • Sensory Motor & Cognitive Coach Intern Candidates must be patient, creative and passionate about helping neurodivergent kids, teens and adults. Internships and volunteer opportunities are always open. To learn more, visit https://www.brainbalancecenters.com/job-openings?zip=92128. Brain Balance of Greater San Diego has three centers in Carmel Mountain Ranch (10175 Rancho Carmel Drive, Suite 124, 92128), Chula Vista (310 3rd Avenue, Suite C7, 91910), and Encinitas (165 S. El Camino Real, Suite E, 92024). For more information, please call (858) 324-5545 or visit www.BrainBalanceSanDiego.com. Brain Balance Center on Facebook / Instagram

From the KPBS weekend arts preview: The Old Globe collaborated with SoulKiss Theater to bring two one-act plays to the stage, written by local hip-hop artists and playwrights Miki Vale and Queen Kandi Cole. Vale's play "And We Danced" is the story of 1940s LGBTQ+ activist Ruth Ellis. Cole's "Game Night" is a story of friendship and differences during a board game night. Both plays are directed by Kimberly King. Details: Oct. 17-27. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. The Chrysalis: Monarch Center for the Arts, 1805 Main St., Barrio Logan. $23.18+. —Julia Dixon Evans, KPBS From the organizers: Two Hip Hop Powerhouses Bring an Unforgettable Theatre Experience to Barrio Logan in "2 RAPPERS 2 PLAYS." Get ready for a theatrical takeover as two hip hop artists, Miki Vale and Queen Kandi Cole, bring their respective stage plays, “And We Danced” and “Game Night,” to the Chrysalis: Monarch Center for the Arts this fall. The production titled “2 RAPPERS 2 PLAYS,” features two one-act plays back to back as part of The Old Globe’s Arts Engagement CoLAB program, in collaboration with SoulKiss Theater. Queen Kandi Cole’s "GAME NIGHT," directed by Kimberly King, follows a group of friends who gather for a night of games but wind up digging into the complexities of their diverse backgrounds and belief structures post-pandemic during a chaotic and hilarious evening of libations and truth-telling. It features a dynamic cast, including Eboni Harvey, Kendrick Dial, Julia Giolzetti, Geoffrey Geissinger, Maria Boncza and Winnie Beasley. Miki Vale’s "AND WE DANCED," also directed by Kimberly King, is an exploration of the life and impact of Ruth Ellis, a Black, openly queer woman and LGBTQIA activist from the 1940s who created a safe haven and sustained advocacy for the Queer Black community of Detroit. This production features a talented cast, including Winnie Beasley, Rev. Alyce Smith Cooper, Zakiyyah Saleem, Casj Young, Kevane La’Marr Coleman and Brittany Allen. Opening Night Friday, October 18 @ 7 p.m. When: October 17-October 27 Where: The Chrysalis: Monarch Center for the Arts Cost: Tickets starting at $20 Miki Vale on Facebook / Instagram Queen Kandi Cole on Facebook / Instagram