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The program brings together two audience favorites from Artistic Director Javier Velasco: the romantic QUE BONITO AMOR, set to a rapturous score of mariachi music, and the high-energy MAMBOMANIA, one of Velasco’s signature works. Together, the works showcase a side of San Diego Ballet that has become a hallmark of the company during its 37-year history: classical dance infused with the music, culture and energy of the region it calls home. “Día de los Muertos is a beautiful celebration of the people we’ve loved and lost, and these two ballets have always been deeply personal to me,” said Velasco. “Mambomania was inspired by my father’s love of mambo music, while Que Bonito Amor grew from memories of dancing with my mother to mariachi music. In many ways, these works have become my own altar to my parents, bringing their spirit back to me through music and dance.” QUE BONITO AMOR pairs ballet with the passion and romance of mariachi music, creating a colorful celebration of love and Mexican musical tradition. MAMBOMANIA turns up the tempo with Velasco’s exuberant choreography, blending the precision of ballet with the irresistible rhythms and energy of mambo. The performances also mark San Diego Ballet’s return to The San Diego Museum of Art following the company’s successful residency there during the Museum’s centennial season. “Experience – Día de los Muertos” is the first of three San Diego Ballet programs at the Museum during the 2026–2027 season. San Diego Ballet on Facebook/Instagram

Celebrate Día de los Muertos with us! Family-friendly! All ages welcome! We welcome you and your family & friends to join us as we honor the rich traditions and share in the experience of Día de los Muertos on Sunday, November 1 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Dorothea Laub Building in the Arts District of Liberty Station located in Point Loma! Stop by anytime during the day to join in the fun! Rooted in community, family, and remembrance, this event creates a heart-centered and safe space for all ages to honor their loved ones—both people and animals—who have passed. Through music, art, hands-on and interactive activities, we invite families to learn, create, and celebrate together. This is a non-scary, family-friendly gathering designed to foster cultural awareness, connection, and joy while celebrating the traditions of Día de los Muertos in our community. We’ll be decorating calavera (skull) cookies in the morning. Then, we’ll enjoy music making and festivities before a procession set to begin at 1:30 p.m. Join us as we walk together through the Dorothea Laub and Dance Place Buildings. We’ll enjoy the art, music making, and handmade shrines made by local community members and students! Festivities and open house will run until 2 p.m. Specific activities will be available as long as supplies last. We hope to see you there! Hosted by San Diego Craft Collective, Songbirds Music, Apt4Music. Event is made possible through the Arts District Liberty Station Collaborative Funding Program San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

First, we looked into how much money the City of San Diego could be leaving on the table by keeping parking free at beaches. Next, members of San Diego’s Black Panther Party gathered to celebrate the life of one of their founding members. Then, former staff at a local art institution tell us there’s more to the story than funding cuts.

Eek, slither, swoop, crawl into the Moxie venue inhabited by creatures unseen but felt, and Storytellers of San Diego. Enjoy an evening of strange and surreal, some mostly ghostly tales of all varieties. Sounds of the supernatural will be played by musicians with relish, and by things that go bump in the night. Under the ghost lights near the stage, expect the unexpected. Tales told out by JT Moring with guitar, Tyler Turner and Lissette Ryan with guitar and harp, Linda Brown, Patti Christiansen and James Nelson-Lucas, Mindy Donner, and Fred Laskowski. Our philosophy is that it is never to early to don a costume! Fun for ages 12 and up. This is not a Moxie production. We thank them and the Conrad Prebys Foundation Arts Ecosystem Grant for their generosity. Storytellers Of San Diego on Instagram

Thanks to funding provided by the California State Coastal Conservancy, The Hill Street Country Club has spent the last 3 months envisioning a new hotel concept connecting the regional art community to visitors and our local neighbors in North San Diego County. Join us at the Brooks theater to meet Hill Street’s founders, Marge and Dinah, and learn more about our building plans from architect partners Object Projects. Teaching Artist Lissa Corona will be on hand to lead participants in an art activity focused on local perspectives of Oceanside. Supplies will be provided and are yours to keep after the event. We’re excited to share what we’ve learned in our feasibility study and collaborate with you as we design our next steps. You can share your input online with our survey, available in English and Spanish. The Hill Street Country Club on Instagram

2-Part Workshop: Friday, October 16, 5-7 p.m. and Sunday, October 18, from 3-4:30 p.m. Ages 10+years are welcome! Join Ms Cristy, Mexican-American artist & educator, as she guides students in preparation for Día de los Muertos. In this session, you will create your own alebrije, a one-of-a-kind magical creature utilizing different media, choosing its colors, patterns, and personality. Discover the colorful world of Mexican Alebrijes and learn about the imaginative creatures that have become an iconic part of Mexican folk art. In the first class, we will create the forms for our creatures. And in the second class, we will spend time painting and adding color and pattern to our dried pieces. Join us for this playful, hands-on-experience where creativity has no limits. No experience necessary. All materials included. This workshop is hosted by San Diego Craft Collective. For more free family-fun, please join us on Sunday, November 1st, for our all-ages Día de los Muertos Celebration. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • If this class is full of you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List.

Relax over a steaming cup of coffee, and bring your artwork to share with your fellow Artist Alliance members! Each month one artist will have the opportunity to give a longer presentation, and practice sharing their work and ideas in front of a supportive group setting. This month's presenter has yet to be determined! *To be selected as a future presenter, please submit your name and website to cathy@artstudiosandiego.com. Ticket Prices: Artist Alliance Member: Free Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: https://oma-online.org/membership/ Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

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