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Shelter to Soldier is excited to announce its 2nd annual Salute to Paws 5K and Gratitude Festival for Dogs on Sunday, November 9, at Fox Point Farms (1200 Fox Point Farms Lane, Encinitas, CA 92024). This fun-filled event aims to raise funds for Shelter to Soldier’s life-changing programs, which rescue dogs from local shelters and train them to become service animals for post-9/11 veterans suffering from PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury, Military Sexual Trauma, and other injuries associated with traumatic service experiences. Join Shelter to Soldier in their mission of “Saving Lives, Two at a Time,” with a morning of fitness, gratitude, and family fun, with or without your four-legged family members. Registration opens at 8 a.m., followed by an all-levels yoga flow at 8:30 a.m. and 5K kickoff at 9:30 a.m. After you cross the finish line, stay for the Gratitude Festival for Dogs to give your pup a “high paw” and some well-deserved love. The Salute to Paws 5K & Gratitude Festival is a can’t-miss event for dog lovers, celebrating the beauty and unconditional love they bring to your world. Guests will enjoy picturesque views of the iconic Fox Point Farms, with live music by Dorian Tide, a Dog Spa by UNITE Doggy ‘Poo, Dog Bars by Furvor Pet, pet-focused vendors, and special activities to share your gratitude with your furry best friend. Visitors can also meet and greet adoptable dogs from The Animal Pad on Rescue Row powered by Petco Love, for those looking to add a faithful companion to their family. Make it extra special with our VIP Experience: complimentary specialty cocktails by Tito’s Handmade Vodka (21+), curated small bites, VIP gifts, and a custom pet picnic to savor moments with your canine best friend. Throughout the event, enjoy the Tito’s Garden, tacos from the Huerta Taco Stand, wood-fired pizza, and house brews by Fox Point Farms. Event sponsors include Petco Love, UNITE Hair, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Sycuan Casino Resort, Calpine, Penchecks Trust, RoadRunner Sports, Furvor Pet and Frontwave Foundation. Pricing begins at $50 for adults, $25 for children, and $10 to add your dog. All 5k registrations include access to the Gratitude Festival. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now. Please visit https://www.sheltertosoldier.org/event/2nd-annual-salute-to-paws-5k-gratitude-festival-for-dogs/ for more details. ### About Shelter to Soldier: Shelter to Soldier is a nonprofit organization that adopts dogs from local shelters and trains them to become service dogs for post 9/11 veterans suffering from PTSD, TBI, Military Sexual Trauma, and or other injuries associated with traumatic service experiences. The program also places emotional support animals (ESAs) with active-duty military and veterans, as well as deploys the Shelter to Soldier Canine Ambassadors, a team of therapy dogs and their volunteer handlers, to provide visits of love and comfort to local military, veterans, and their families. For more information, please visit https://www.sheltertosoldier.org/. Shelter To Soldier on Facebook / Instagram

Come one, come all...step into the shadows at Carnivale Noir, the ultimate Halloween party at The Rooftop Bar. This Halloween, The Rooftop Bar transforms into a moonlit big top for Carnivale Noir — a sultry masquerade of firelight, feathers and forbidden pleasures. Inspired by the vintage allure of the traveling circus — think bearded ladies, strong men, snake charmers, and seductive ringmasters — this high-flying rooftop soirée invites you to dress the part and lose yourself in the madness. Under the Big Top – Guest DJ spinning freaky House, hypnotic Hip Hop and Dark Disco under the stars – Rooftop dance floor with ocean views and firelit ambiance – Private cabana bottle service with special pricing – Late-night carnival menu served from 9 p.m. until 11 p.m. – Costume contest with hauntingly good prizes – Team members in themed circus noir attire The Pulse Pass Dance Floor Admission: $10 with RSVP receives a Complimentary O(side Negative) Blood Bag Welcome cocktail Ringmaster’s Lounge VIP Tables & Carnivale Royale Cabana Bookings: Available via OpenTable Friday, October 31 | 7 p.m.–Late The Rooftop Bar – The Night Rises Here or Carnivale in the Clouds Carnivale Noir: Where Every Sinner Has a Spotlight. The Rooftop Bar Oceanside on Facebook / Instagram

Mainly Mozart, the San Diego nonprofit behind the internationally acclaimed Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival, presents its first Club Amadeus Salon Concert Nov. 23, 2025 featuring acclaimed pianist Anton Nel. Club Amadeus is a series of four exclusive events showcasing top-tier classical artists in private, elegant settings. Internationally acclaimed and South African-born, Nel gained prominence after winning the 1987 Naumburg International Piano Competition at Carnegie Hall. Known for his masterful interpretations of Beethoven and versatility across repertoire, Nel has performed with leading orchestras including the Cleveland Orchestra, Chicago Symphony, San Francisco Symphony, Dallas Symphony, Seattle Symphony, and Detroit Symphony. In 2025, he will join the faculty at The Royal Conservatory of Music’s Glenn Gould School in Toronto. Earlier this year, Nel was announced as Mainly Mozart’s Artistic Partner for the 2025 and 2026 seasons. A longtime friend of the organization, Nel first joined the All-Star Orchestra Festival in 1989—as the festival’s very first featured soloist on the outdoor stage at The Old Globe. Each Club Amadeus event is hosted at a private residence and begin with a champagne reception and light appetizers at 2 p.m., followed by the concert at 3 p.m., and an intimate artist reception at 4 p.m. Club Amadeus membership is required for attendance. Club Amadeus membership is $1,000 per person and is fully tax-deductible. Membership information is available at www.mainlymozart.org/club-amadeus. Mainly Mozart® on Facebook / Instagram

Saddle up for an epic night of modern country with Midland! The Grammy-nominated trio is hitting the stage at Viejas Casino & Resort with their signature retro vibe and hits like “Drinkin’ Problem” and “Burn Out.” Get ready for a high-energy show that’ll have you two-steppin’ all night long. Event Details: Date: Friday, September 12 Time: 8 p.m. Venue: Viejas Casino & Resort, Alpine, CA Midland on Facebook / Instagram

Legendary screen siren and animal rights activist Brigitte Bardot has died at age 91. The alluring former model starred in numerous movies, often playing the highly sexualized love interest.

The monarch revealed the positive outlook in a recorded message broadcast on British television as part of a campaign to promote screening, which increases the likelihood of successful treatment.

Prince Andrew has agreed with King Charles to stop using his Duke of York title, as scrutiny over his past connection to Jeffrey Epstein persists.

As U.S. wheat farmers face painful losses in the global market due to President Trump's policies, one domestic flour mill on a reservation in Oregon is expanding its production twelvefold.

Rock out with Everclear and Hoobastank Live at Viejas on August 30! Catch these ’90s legends under the stars. Gates at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Grab tix now! Viejas Casino & Resort on Facebook / Instagram

Both sides accused the other of breaking a ceasefire that halted fighting earlier this year. Longstanding border disputes erupted into five days of combat in July that killed dozens.