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San Diego’s best open-air market. Presented by Viridian Productions and A Way Home For Dogs on the 2nd Saturday of every month. Live DJ | Family-Friendly | Dogs Welcome Enjoy an incredible selection of food and drinks, with over 60 vendors including Pizza, Burgers, Sushi, Donuts, Chick’n Sandwiches, Dumplings, Loaded Fries, Gyros, Tamales, Wings, Noodles, Churros and so much more. In between bites, shop a curated selection of local products, crafts and services. The North Park Vegan Market is located next to the North Park Mini Park, a great place to meet up with your favorite people to enjoy a day of food and fun. This spacious plaza features seating, gardens and a playground. Vendors are set up on 29th St and both sides of North Park Way between 30th St and Granada Ave. Stop by the A Way Home For Dogs booth to meet adoptable dogs and to learn about fostering and other volunteer opportunities. This is a rain or shine event. There is a 6-story parking garage on 29th St and North Park Way. Additionally, there is free street parking nearby. Viridian Productions: San Diego's Best Festivals and Markets Sustainable events that cultivate community and inspire healthy living. Featuring a rotating lineup of diverse vendors offering the most eco-friendly food, products, and services in Southern California. Since 2019, we have presented events across San Diego County, shaping a greener future through connection and local impact. Learn more: https://www.viridianproductions.com Viridian Productions on Facebook / Instagram

In a comical retelling of The "Princess and the Pea," a faraway kingdom faces a royal dilemma — no one can marry until Prince Dauntless finds a suitable princess. Unfortunately, his overbearing mother, Queen Aggravain, rejects every eligible princess with her outrageous “royalty tests,” leaving the whole kingdom romantically frustrated. Desperate to marry his true love, Sir Harry sets out to find a match for Dauntless — and returns with Princess Winnifred the Woebegone, a bold and unconventional noblewoman from the swamp. Her free-spirited ways clash with the Queen’s image of royal perfection, but she quickly wins the hearts of everyone, especially Dauntless himself. Full of laughter, charm, and catchy tunes, Mary Rodgers’ "Once Upon a Mattress" is a delightful, family-friendly musical that’s sure to entertain audiences of all ages. Performances take place at the historic Sunshine Brooks Theater, 217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA. Visit: oceansidetheatre.org/fall-youth-theatre-academy/ Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram

Join inewsource and Gardiner Harris for an evening of engaging conversation on his investigative reporting and the current role of journalism in the United States. In today’s climate, newsrooms face very real threats to reporting and funding, yet the urgency of our work has never been more important. Come ready for engaging conversation, tasty bites and beverages and to financially support the work of inewsource. Moderator: Jamie Self, Managing Editor, inewsource Jamie manages the newsroom and drives our editorial strategy. In 2021, she joined us from her home state of South Carolina, where she led the politics and state government team at "The State" newspaper in Columbia. Before that, she was an investigative and political reporter, covering First-in-the-South presidential primaries and state elections, and producing award-winning enterprise and investigative reporting on many state issues, including public corruption, child welfare, education, abortion, gun rights and more. She also covered the massacre of African American churchgoers at Mother Emanuel AME in Charleston and the subsequent battle to remove the Confederate flag from the statehouse grounds. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-inewsource-conversation-with-gardiner-harris-tickets-1754735173139 inewsource on Instagram and Facebook

Want to learn how to use a sewing machine? How about mending an old piece of clothing? Join our sewing 101/102 class to learn the basics of sewing and working with textiles in a low-stress environment. In this workshop, you can get acquainted with the mechanics of a sewing machine, learn mending techniques, and learn how to create basic forms like a quilt square, tote bag, or stuffed sculpture. We kindly ask that adults actively participate in this art activity alongside any child under the age of 11. ArtReach San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

In an era of rising political polarization and identity-driven conflict, how resistant is the United States to the threat of genocidal violence? What lessons can be drawn from societies that have experienced genocide—and how might deep-rooted cultural narratives around honor, rage, and revenge make even established democracies vulnerable? Join the San Diego World Affairs Council (SDWAC) and the SDSU Centers for Human Rights and War and Society for a vital conversation with Professor Alexander Hinton, a leading expert on genocide, cultural violence, and white power movements in the United States. Hinton is a Distinguished Professor of Anthropology, Director of the Center for the Study of Genocide and Human Rights, and UNESCO Chair on Genocide Prevention at Rutgers University. His recent book, "It Can Happen Here: White Power and the Rising Threat of Genocide in the US", explores how seemingly stable societies can spiral into violence. The discussion will be moderated by Grace Cheng, Founding Director of the Center for Human Rights at the College of Arts and Letters at San Diego State University. This event confronts difficult but necessary questions about the fragility of democracy, the power of ideology, and the warning signs we must not ignore. Free to the public, pre-registration required. Visit: https://sdwac.org/event-6263991 San Diego World Affairs Council on Instagram and Facebook

With autumn in the air, sweaters may come out, and we seek the vibrant fall colors of golden cottonwoods and rose-colored pickleweed. Autumn is the perfect time to explore. We may search prickly pear cactus for cochineal, a tiny insect that produces the brilliant red dye we call carminic acid, used to brighten everything from lipstick to yogurt to artists’ paints. The event is weather permitting. Wildlife is unpredictable; there is no guarantee of what you will see. Nature Collective is a local conservation and science education nonprofit organization. They work to restore habitats, provide healthier waters, and increase wildlife diversity. They are dedicated to conserving the land and providing experiences for people to fall in love with nature. Ages 15+ (Registration Required) San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center (meet-up location will be emailed to registered participants) RSVP: https://naturecollective.org/event/wildlife-tour-october-11-2025/ Nature Collective on Facebook / Instagram

The 25th annual Mira Mesa Street Fair will be held on October 4, 2025. Enjoy live music and other entertainment on two stages, a Fun Zone with inflatables and other attractions for kids and teens, and a food court with an international flair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Camino Ruiz from Mira Mesa Blvd. to New Salem Street. Mira Mesa Town Council on Facebook / Instagram

Back by popular demand! UC San Diego’s engaging and informative Privacy 101 Seminar is back in person! Please join Chief Privacy Officer Pegah Parsi for a special hybrid session on privacy. In this lively and interactive session, we’ll cover: - Why privacy matters to our personhood, rights, and society - How today’s data practices and the landscape of privacy laws are shaping our world - Simple ways to begin addressing privacy issues in your work and daily life This session is ideal for anyone who works with personal data, IT professionals, managers, researchers, and any students, faculty, or staff – or anyone with an interest in privacy! Come further your understanding of one of today’s most important topics! Please visit https://calendar.ucsd.edu/event/privacy-101-workshop-hybrid for registration information. Registration will close on 11/2/25 at 5 p.m. Please contact ucsdprivacy@ucsd.edu for more information.

Have you always wanted to tap dance? In our Tap Workshop, taught by Lindy Lyon, we will work on the fundamentals of tap dance in the feet and in the body. Each week, students will build on the skills learned the previous week as we broaden our step vocabulary. Students will also learn about major figures and influences in tap dance history. Students will hone their tap skills with an emphasis on musicality, technique, and playfulness as they learn a dance. The Adult Tap Workshop is a great opportunity for beginners and returning tap dancers alike. April 8th – May 20th Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 7 week workshop in Studio 219, $135 a person 8 student minimum required Visit: https://oceansidetheatre.vbotickets.com/event/Spring_Tap_Class/151513 Oceanside Theater Company on Instagram and Facebook

Join the Fallbrook Gem and Mineral Society for a day of dazzling colors and captivating stories at the annual Fall Festival of Gem and Minerals street fair with free admission, free parking, and loads of fossils, minerals and gems from vendors near and far. Whether you're a passionate mineral collector or just curious about the world of gems and minerals, there’s something for everyone. Discover gems, minerals, fossils, and handcrafted jewelry from local and global artisans. Enjoy live demos, live music, and activities for all ages. Fallbrook Gem and Mineral Society on Facebook