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¡Atención y bienvenidos! Attention and Welcome! Saturday, September 13, 2025 | 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Free Family Event This September, celebrate California's history at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park as it comes alive with the vibrant sights, sounds, and traditions of Fiestas Patrias! From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the park invites families, locals, and visitors to join in a festive celebration honoring the start of Mexico's fight for Independence. Join Old Town San Diego State Historic Park for this family-friendly celebration of Mexican culture and history! This event is made possible through the Boosters of Old Town San Diego a non-profit organization committed to supporting history, culture, and historic preservation in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Learn more about the Boosters of Old Town at boostersofoldtown.com. Hands-On Traditional Crafts – Fun for All Ages! Bring the whole family to experience hands-on art activities that capture the spirit of Mexico’s rich heritage. Live Entertainment – Sponsored by Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce Enjoy live entertainment throughout the day as music artists and traditional folklórico dancers bring life and energy to the festivities. Parade Don't miss out on a unique spectacle of 1800s period clothing as park staff and volunteers proudly parade around the plaza in celebration of Fiestas Patrias. Feel free to take pictures and even join in at the back of the line! Guac' Off Who has the best guacamole in Old Town San Diego? You can decide in the second annual Old Town Guac’ Off hosted by the Boosters of Old Town San Diego and Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce. $1 per tasting, $5 for a flight. California State Parks on Facebook / Instagram

Treat yourself to an afternoon of musical nostalgia and playful interaction when pianist Glenn Kramer brings his one-man show to the Coronado Public Library’s Winn Room on Friday, August 8, at 1 p.m. A mainstay of San Diego’s music scene since 2000, Glenn glides effortlessly through pop favorites, jazz gems, show-tune classics, and beloved standards from the Great American Songbook—often tossing in audience requests on the spot. Between dazzling arrangements and lively stories, he’ll invite listeners to join his signature “Name That Tune” and music - Bingo games, complete with lyric books and handheld rhythm instruments so everyone can play along. Whether you come to hum, test your trivia savvy, or simply relax to masterful piano, this free, one-hour concert promises smiles, surprises, and a melodic stroll down memory lane. Mark your calendar and let Glenn Kramer turn your Friday into a grand piano party! Coronado Public Library on Facebook / Instagram

Discover your creativity within at this Halloween themed paint party led by local artist and art instructor Christy Ross! $50 Includes 2 hour class, drink from Clairemont Coffee, 11 x 14 inch canvas and all supplies. All levels welcome! Ages 12+ welcome! Christy Ross on Facebook / Instagram

The Athenaeum's outdoor movie series, Flicks on the Bricks, invites you to enjoy classic movies on our patio during beautiful summer nights. In August, KPBS film critic, arts reporter, and "Cinema Junkie" podcast host Beth Accomando returns to host the 19th annual Flicks on the Bricks series. This year, she has chosen four timeless comedies celebrating witty women. Laughter is always a good thing, and movies have a gift for making us laugh. This summer let’s laugh with some of the brightest, wittiest, most glamorous women of the silver screen. The powerful actresses we see now owe a great debt to some of the women who came before them and blazed a trail. Mae West was 40—the age many actresses found themselves being retired from the screen—when she made her first movie, plus she wrote her own material. Norma Shearer ruled as Queen of MGM for decades, while Carole Lombard and Jean Arthur came to define the effervescent energy of screwball comedies. Join us in celebrating the legacy of these stellar women with a quartet of delightful films. Series tickets for the open-air theater include four memorable films: "She Done Him Wrong" (1933), "My Man Godfrey" (1936), "Private Lives" (1931), and "Easy Living" (1937). Popcorn is included with your ticket. Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be available for purchase. Plus, enjoy weekly trivia and prizes throughout the series. Join the Athenaeum for its 19th year of hot summer fun! Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Beginner workshops are perfect for you to grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees! We’re bringing the awesome art of bonsai out of the hedged in gardens and into the streets! Or at least into your favorite bars/breweries/pubs. Bonsai Bar is a night of fun you don’t want to miss. Learn the fundamental skills and techniques behind the art of bonsai while enjoying a night out with friends! Our teachers will introduce core concepts and guide your experience as you pot, prune, and design your very own bonsai tree! Our Guarantee: These tiny trees are so hardy we guarantee you can keep yours alive, or we’ll replace it. This workshop will be hosted at Societe Brewing Company. Societe was founded in 2012 on the idea that beer is the world’s greatest social uniter. This mindset inspired our name and it keeps us focused on every ounce we brew. We see our brewery as a vehicle for bringing people together from all walks of life. Beer by beer, we’re working hard to build our community, starting with our rally cry– BEER FOLK UNITE! Under 21 policy: Please contact Societe Brewing Company for details regarding underage entry For more about Bonsai Bar and what to expect at our classes, visit our website at: https://bonsaibar.com/products/societe-brewing-company Happens on the following Dates: Aug 26, 2025, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Timezone: PDT Sep 23, 2025, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Timezone: PDT Oct 21, 2025, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Timezone: PDT

The Library's Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 5 to October 31. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On September 5, we will have Jeremy Kurtz-Harris on the double bass, performing classical works inspired by folk music, world music, and more. Bassist Jeremy Kurtz-Harris has a diverse musical background that includes solo, chamber, and orchestral performance. He has been the Principal Bassist of the San Diego Symphony since 2004 and has also played Guest Principal Bass with the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra and the Australian Chamber Orchestra. During 2015-16, Kurtz-Harris was an acting member of the San Francisco Symphony, performing as Principal for most of the season. He has also played Associate Principal Bass in the summers with the Sun Valley Music Festival since 2010. Kurtz-Harris is an avid proponent of the double bass as a solo instrument. He regularly performs solo recitals, has been featured as a soloist with numerous ensembles, and recorded an album, "Sonatas and Meditations" which featured his long-time collaborator, pianist Ines Irawati. He actively encourages composers to write both solo and chamber music for bass, and has commissioned and premiered multiple works for the instrument. As a chamber musician, he has performed at La Jolla Summerfest, Carnegie’s Weill Hall, and on San Diego’s “Art of Elan” chamber series. A graduate of the Curtis Institute of Music and Rice University, Kurtz-Harris is a dedicated pedagogue. He has been the classical bass teacher at San Diego State University since 2006, and has taught master classes in the U.S., Mexico, and Australia. He has also served as a board member for the International Society of Bassists, which fosters interaction among bassists from many countries, backgrounds, and musical genres, and also opportunities for young bassists. In addition to his double bass performing and teaching pursuits, Kurtz-Harris also enjoys experimenting with sound design, audio recording, composing, arranging, and playing drums. He lives with his wife and two children in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego. Jeremy Kurtz-Harris on Facebook / Instagram

"Amazing Incredible Tales" is a fully improvised, HIGHLY interactive live superhero comic book, made up on the spot from start to finish based on audience suggestions. Catch the action at OTC’s Studio 219 (219 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA), where anything can happen in this one-of-a-kind storytelling experience! Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram

Discover your creativity within at this Dia de Los Muertos themed paint party led by local artist and art instructor Christy Ross! We’ll be painting this Frida Inspired calavera. $50 Includes 2 hour class, drink from Lemon Grove Coffee, 11 x 14 inch canvas and all supplies! All painting levels welcome! Ages 12+ welcome! Christy Ross on Facebook / Instagram

Close out 2025 in style at Escondido’s beautifully restored Ritz Theater with Countdown on Grand! Join us on Sunday, December 28 at 5:30 p.m. for an unforgettable evening of music on the last weekend of the year. Arrive early and join us for a festive cocktail hour in the Juniper Room at 4 p.m., featuring champagne and light bites to set the stage for a sparkling night ahead. If you loved our Cocktail Hour: Songs of the Rat Pack, you won’t want to miss this refreshed celebration. The evening features timeless classics from the Rat Pack alongside unforgettable hits by Ray Charles, Bobby Darin, Ella Fitzgerald, Michael Bublé, and more. This dazzling night of music will showcase powerhouse performances from Mel Collins, Michael Washington, Jim Graft, Patrick Barnitt, and the electrifying D. Ben-jamin Band. Celebrate the magic of live music, laughter, and community as we count down together to a brand-new year—right here on Grand Avenue in downtown Escondido!

Row in the Dark Event promises an immersive glow-in-the-dark themed adventure on a paddleboard, kayak, or aquacycle that lasts for three exciting hours. Spectators can enjoy exhilarating activities such as live music around a campfire, engaging beach games, and this event could even help make memories to treasure for a lifetime. Visit: https://carlsbadlagoon.com/summer-camp/row-in-the-dark/