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South Park to Host First Annual Halloween Dog Parade Community event invites local pups and their families to celebrate Halloween in costume South Park, San Diego South Park will be going to the dogs this Halloween as the neighborhood hosts its First Annual South Park Halloween Dog Parade on Friday, October 31. Local residents and dog lovers are invited to dress up their pups and join in a festive, family-friendly parade through the heart of South Park. The event kicks off with a meet-up at 4:45 p.m. on the grass area along 28th Street between Ash and A Street. At 5 p.m. sharp, the parade will begin, meandering through neighborhood streets and concluding at the South Park Dog Park. The parade is free and open to the public. Anyone with a costumed dog is welcome to join. Whether dressed as superheroes, spooky spirits, or silly characters, dogs of all shapes and sizes are encouraged to strut their stuff for the community to enjoy. The South Park Halloween Dog Parade is organized by local residents Aaron and Marci Flores, along with their nine-year-old daughter Tillie and beloved dog Hermey. “This event is all about celebrating community, creativity, and of course, our four-legged friends,” said organizer Marci Flores. “We hope neighbors will come together, dress up their pups, and make this first parade a tradition that continues for years to come.” An event flyer with a QR code is available and can be scanned for the latest updates and photos via Instagram handle southparkhalloweendogparade Event Details: • What: First Annual South Park Halloween Dog Parade • When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025 o Meet-up at 4:45 PM | Parade starts at 5 p.m. • Where: Meet at 28th Street (between Ash and A Street), ending at South Park Dog Park • Who: Open to anyone with a costumed dog • Cost: Free For more information and to follow event updates, scan the QR to connect with us on Instagram.

Two upcoming dates: Sunday, October 26, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. - or- Saturday, Nov. 22, 9 a.m.-1p.m. Learn to make a basket made from long leaf pine needles, using waxed Irish linen, an assortment of beads or other embellishments, starting with a stone center. Topics to be covered include the differences between pine needle types, preparing the needles, waxed Irish linen, basket centers, embellishing your basket, and how to start and how to finish your basket. Students have the option to weave a basket, a pendant, or an ornament. Basket Weaving is a wonderful way to recycle from nature and is also a meditative activity. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome. $15 material fee payable to the instructor at the start of class. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts: Email us for more information. • Scholarships available: Click here for an application. • Homeschool funds accepted: Click here for enrollment details. • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Social Media: Facebook | Instagram

A new exhibit weaves the stories of African American women across history through the clothes they wore. Plus, the second annual FilAm CreatorCon celebrates Filipino American creatives in San Diego. And finally, your weekend arts preview.

The flavors, sounds, and spirit of Serbia come alive at the 52nd Annual San Diego Serbian Festival on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church in Bay Park. From 12 p.m. to 11 p.m., this family-friendly celebration transforms the church grounds into a lively cultural experience filled with food, music, dance, and history. Guests arriving between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. will receive a complimentary dessert while supplies last, so early arrival is recommended! Serbian cuisine is known for its rich, bold flavors, and the festival is the perfect place to enjoy it all! Feast on roasted pork and lamb, savory burek (meat or cheese pastry), grilled cevapcici (minced sausages), sarma (stuffed cabbage rolls), flaky pita (apple and cherry pastries), palacinke (Serbian crepes), and rich baklava, with vegetarian favorites like musaka and sopska salata (similar to Greek salad) also available. Traditional Serbian folklore dancing brings the stage to life featuring award-winning performers from St. George’s Morava group and visiting ensembles from across Southern California. Two live Serbian bands will perform throughout the day, bringing to life centuries-old storytelling through music and keeping the celebration going late into the night. Families are especially welcome, with a kid zone featuring a playground, face painting, and fun to keep little ones entertained. Festival-goers can also tour the St. George Church for an unforgettable chance to experience the only church in North America fully adorned with breathtaking Venetian glass mosaics that cover the church’s entire interior. A Vespers service will be held at 6 PM, inviting guests to experience the beauty and depth of the Orthodox Christian tradition. With over half a century of history, the San Diego Serbian Festival is not only a staple in the Southern California event calendar—it’s a warm invitation to eat, dance, celebrate, and connect. Location: St. George Serbian Orthodox Church, 3025 Denver St., San Diego, CA 92117 Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025 Time: 12 p.m. – 11 p.m. Admission: $5 | Free for kids under 12, active military & first responders Bonus: Free dessert from 12–4 p.m. (limited availability, early arrival recommended) For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, vendor applications, and more information, visit: https://sdserbianfestival.com Follow San Diego Serbian Festival on Instagram: stgeorgeserbsd

10 a.m.–4 p.m. » Meet Francophone Authors Connect with authors, discover new works, and dive into the world of French-language literature. Free and open to all! RSVP to help us prepare for the event and to receive reminders. Join the Alliance Française of San Diego (AFSD) and the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library from October 2 to 4, 2025, for the inaugural San Diego French Literature and Arts Festival—a vibrant three-day celebration of Francophone literature, film, and the arts. Organized by the Alliance Française San Diego in collaboration with esteemed partners including Gallimard, Villa Albertine, and the Athenaeum, this cultural event promises inspiration and discovery. Open to all, the festival brings together Francophone authors, educators, artists, and students for a rich, immersive experience across San Diego. We are proud to welcome acclaimed author Éric Fottorino as our Literary Guest of Honor, and Ann Craig as our Honorary Patron alongside a distinguished lineup of local and international voices. Éric Fottorino is an acclaimed French journalist, novelist, and co-founder of some of France’s most innovative literary publications. A former reporter, editor-in-chief, and publisher at Le Monde, he is the author of over forty books, including sixteen novels published by Gallimard. His work has earned him numerous literary awards, including the Prix Femina and the France Télévisions Prize. Passionate about cycling, storytelling, and the power of the written word, Fottorino brings a singular voice to contemporary French literature. He is also the co-creator of Le 1, America, Zadig, and Légende—print magazines that champion in-depth journalism and creative expression. We are honored to welcome Éric Fottorino as the Guest of Honor of the San Diego French Literature and Arts Festival. His presence celebrates the enduring connections between journalism, literature, and the arts, and offers our community a unique opportunity to engage with one of France’s most respected literary figures. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

President Trump is calling for the resignation of Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook after a Trump ally accused her of making false statements on mortgage applications.

Republican Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, an "America First" conservative who has clashed with President Trump and her party, said Friday she would resign from Congress Jan. 5, 2026.

Community plan updates for the College Area and Clairemont aim to encourage more housing near trolley stops and on commercial strip malls.

In the 1970s and 1980s, KPBS turned fundraising into a weeklong TV event — auctioning items ranging from custom cars to doctor visits, with celebrities on stage and kids running bids. Decades later, those auctions remain central to one family's most powerful memories, and the excitement and community of live bidding is finding new life on today's digital marketplaces.

The Washington Spirit takes on Gotham FC on Saturday in San Jose, Calif.