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Step behind the scenes for a rare opportunity to explore The San Diego Museum of Art’s private library. Celebrate Book Month with a rare chance to explore the literary heart of the Museum. Browse hundreds of art books, view selected rare titles up close, and take home a book (or several!) from our free book cart. San Diego Public Library will also be on-site, offering free library cards for those who want to explore the libraries of San Diego even further. Perfect for art lovers, bookworms, and the curious at heart. The San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

The San Diego Museum of Art continues its Guest Lecture Series with a presentation by Raymundo Silva Madrid, curator of the Museum’s current exhibition, "Alfredo Castañeda: Beyond Surrealism." Join us as Silva shares his curatorial perspective on this visionary Mexican artist, known for his deeply symbolic and introspective paintings that blend surrealism with philosophical reflection. This exhibition marks the first solo exhibition of Castañeda’s work in a U.S. museum, and the lecture will offer exclusive insights into the development of the exhibition and a deeper understanding of Castañeda’s artistic language and legacy. Following the lecture, guests are invited to enjoy a guided tour of the exhibition led by our docent team. The San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Cinema Under The Stars presents "Young Frankenstein" Friday, October 17, 2025 at 8 p.m. Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 8 p.m. Sunday, October 19, 2025 at 8 p.m. Cinema Under The Stars 4040 Goldfinch Street San Diego, CA 92103 (619) 295-4221 www.topspresents.com “YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN” (1974. 106 minutes. PG): Mel Brooks is “Putting’ on the Ritz” in this bawdy spoof of the Mary Shelley classic. Frankenstein’s grandson (Gene Wilder) uncovers his secret legacy and succumbs to his degenerate DNA, forging a creature (Peter Boyle) with a monstrous lust for life. Co-starring Teri Garr, Madeline Kahn, Marty Feldman and Cloris Leachman. Cinema Under the Stars is an intimate outdoor movie theater in Mission Hills with single and double zero-gravity reclining lounge chairs, sky-boxes and love seat cabanas. Heaters, pillows and blankets are provided. A vintage cartoon is shown before most films. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. Members may make phone reservations up to one week in advance. Online reservations for Members begin on Mondays at 9 a.m. Online reservations for Non-Members begin on Tuesdays at 9 a.m. The box office opens at 6 p.m, Thursdays - Sundays. Admission Prices: Members - $17. No-members (at the box office) - $18. Non-members (with online reservations) - $20. Annual Memberships - $125 (for two people). Pay with Cash, Checks, or Venmo. All concessions are $3.00 each Free popcorn for Members. Reservations must be cancelled by 5 p.m. online, or call the Cinema before 6 p.m. Come early to avoid a line. For more information, call (619) 295-4221, or visit the website (www.topspresents.com)

Join Museum educators in a paper folding activity using repurposed book jackets. Using folding methods, create a beautiful paper fortune teller from repurposed children’s book jackets. This workshop is inspired and led by artist Cat Chiu whose artwork "Booked," is featured in the "Conversations in Art: Dignity" exhibition on view in the Dammeyer Gallery at MOPA@SDMA through January 4, 2026. No reservation is required. All materials are provided Great for artists of all ages. Community Art Workshops invite artists to enjoy hands-on art making experiences inspired by the thinking and creating processes of artists on view at the Museum. Artists under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the workshop. Museum of Photographic Arts at The San Diego Museum of Art on Instagram

A firebrand fundamentalist is stabbed to death at church in Rian Johnson's new film, Wake Up Dead Man. This over-the-top whodunit uses mystery conventions to open up a spiritual inquiry.

Cinema Under The Stars presents "PSYCHO" Friday, October 10 at 8 p.m. Saturday, October 11 at 8 p.m. Sunday, October 12 at 8 p.m. Cinema Under The Stars 4040 Goldfinch Street San Diego, CA 92103 Cost: $17, $18, $ 20 Ages: 18+ “PSYCHO” (1960. 109 minutes. R) - Don’t bring mother! Ghoulish chic from the master, Alfred Hitchcock. A desperate young woman (Janet Leigh) embezzles money from her boss and pays the ultimate price. With Anthony Perkins, Vera Miles and Martin Balsam. Cinema Under the Stars is an intimate outdoor movie theater in Mission Hills with single and double zero-gravity reclining lounge chairs, sky-boxes and love seat cabanas. Heaters, pillows and blankets are provided. A vintage cartoon is shown before most films. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. Members may make phone reservations up to one week in advance. Online reservations for Members begin on Mondays at 9 a.m. Online reservations for Non-Members begin on Tuesdays at 9 a.m. The box office opens at 6 p.m, Thursdays - Sundays. Admission Prices: Members - $17. No-members (at the box office) - $18. Non-members (with online reservations) - $20. Annual Memberships - $125 (for two people). Pay with Cash, Checks, or Venmo. All concessions are $3.00 each Free popcorn for Members. Reservations must be cancelled by 5 p.m. online, or call the Cinema before 6 p.m. Come early to avoid a line. For more information, call (619) 295-4221, or visit the website (www.topspresents.com)

Gather for a lively storytime in the MOPA@SDMA Dammeyer Gallery, surrounded by the vibrant artwork of Cat Chiu. Families are invited to enjoy engaging storytelling, songs, and readings of beloved children’s books in a space where art and literature meet. Listen to stories at 10:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. alongside Cat Chiu’s quilt-inspired installations made from children’s book jackets. This imaginative setting celebrates creativity, memory, and play. No reservation required. Museum of Photographic Arts at The San Diego Museum of Art on Instagram

Cinema Under The Stars presents "Beetlejuice" Friday, October 3 at 8 p.m. Saturday, October 4 at 8 p.m. Sunday, October 5 at 8 p.m. Cinema Under The Stars 4040 Goldfinch Street San Diego, CA 92103 Phone: 619-295-4221 Website: www.topspresents.com "BEETLEJUICE" (1988. 92 min. PG) - Tim Burton’s wonderfully weird comedy-horror classic is back on the big screen! The charming couple Adam (Alec Baldwin) and Barbara (Geena Davis ),stuck in the afterlife, and haunting their former rustic home, are forced to protect it from the affluent Deetz family. In desperation, they call on “the ghost with the most” (Michael Keaton). With Winona Ryder and Catherine O’Hara. Cinema Under the Stars is an intimate outdoor movie theater in Mission Hills with single and double zero-gravity reclining lounge chairs, sky-boxes and love seat cabanas. Heaters, pillows and blankets are provided. A vintage cartoon is shown before most films. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. Members may make phone reservations up to one week in advance. Online reservations for Members begin on Mondays at 9 a.m. Online reservations for Non-Members begin on Tuesdays at 9 a.m. The box office opens at 6 p.m, Thursdays - Sundays. Admission Prices: Members - $17. No-members (at the box office) - $18. Non-members (with online reservations) - $20. Annual Memberships - $125 (for two people). Pay with Cash, Checks, or Venmo. All concessions are $3.00 each Free popcorn for Members. Reservations must be cancelled by 5 p.m. online, or call the Cinema before 6 p.m. Come early to avoid a line. For more information, call (619) 295-4221, or visit the website (www.topspresents.com)

Join us for a stimulating evening celebrating the Iranian fall festival of Mehregan. Celebration attendees are invited to the Museum’s James S. Copley Auditorium for the annual Mehregan concert at 5 p.m. The Mehregan Fall Fete is a collaboration between The San Diego Museum of Art and the Persian Cultural Center. This annual partnership supports the Arts of Iran gallery and raises funds for acquisitions of art from Iran and the Persianate world or created by contemporary Iranian artists. The San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

The Nikon Tour is stopping in San Diego, bringing hands-on photography experiences to creators of all levels. Attendees can test-drive the Z5II and Z50II cameras during curated photo walks, workshops, and content creation meetups at iconic local spots. Featured Nikon Creators for the San Diego stop include: - Kirill Umrikhin – award-winning photographer and content creator - Mickey Strand – portrait and product photographer, retired PHC - Weston Fuller – commercial advertising and fine art photographer These Nikon Creators will lead sessions on technique, gear, and creative storytelling. San Diego Area Schedule: Thursday, October 2: Photo Walks at Mission Beach Capture the fast action of beach volleyball with Nikon Creator Kirill Umrikhin for one of three free guided photowalks along the Mission Beach Boardwalk. Friday, October 3: Guided Workshops at George’s Camera Attend one of three free photography workshops at George’s Camera on Clairemont Mesa Boulevard led by photographer Mickey Strand. Saturday, October 4: Photo Walks at Balboa Park Take a stroll through this beautiful park in central San Diego with Nikon Creator Kirill Umrikhin during one of three free guided photowalks. Sunday, October 5: Photo Walks at Robb Field Skatepark Join Nikon Creator Kirill Umrikhin for one of three free guided photowalks at this action-packed skatepark near Ocean Beach. Monday, October 6: Photo Walks at Sunset Cliffs Dramatic coastal landscapes and sweeping ocean views await in these free guided photowalks along the western shoreline of the Point Loma peninsula. Cost: Free (registration required) Register: nikonusa.com/tour NikonUSA on Facebook / Instagram