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Get ready for CluckFest, the official Del Mar Wine + Food Festival after party, hosted under the stars at Grand Social. Curated by Food Network personality and award-winning restaurateur Chef Michael Voltaggio, the evening serves up unforgettable flavors alongside spirited entertainment, with San Diego Wave FC joining as co-hosts. Guests will savor next-level comfort food from culinary talents including Fairmont Grand Del Mar’s Executive Chef Bryn McArthur, Kelsey Murphy, Travis Swikard, and Emily Brubaker, plus local favorites like Crack Shack and Lia’s Lumpia. To pair, sip on craft tequila cocktails from Voltaggio’s Macardo 28 Tequila, inventive creations from Grill’n Time and Fierce & Kind, and a curated selection of wines from Magna Carta Cellars, Santa Barbara Winery, and Volatus Winery. Fairmont Grand Del Mar on Facebook / Instagram

The study from UC Merced shows that the decline in labor participation during a week of aggressive enforcement was similar to the first month of the Great Recession.

Join us for an unforgettable open-air culinary celebration honoring women who are redefining the worlds of food, sport, and beyond. Hosted by Olympic gold medalist and World Cup champion Alex Morgan, the evening showcases a powerhouse lineup of seven acclaimed female chefs—Adria Marina, Michelle Mathelin, Claudia Sandoval, Catherine McCord, Zuliya Khawaja, Fairmont’s Executive Sous Chef Izzy Buasier, and Karen Krasne of Extraordinary Desserts. Guests will savor a multi-course dinner paired with JUSTIN wines and inventive cocktails, including a refreshing Hendrick’s cucumber lemonade crafted under the expertise of one of the world’s few female master distillers. The night also shines a spotlight on the Alex Morgan Foundation, empowering young women to thrive in sports and in life. Tickets are $399 per guest, with a limited number of VIP overnight packages available.

Catch breakout San Diego artist and four-time San Diego Music Award nominee Jesse Ray Smith live at the Brooks Theater (217 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA) with his full five-piece band for a night of powerful original music. The evening opens with a special performance by the Whitney Shay Duo. A soulful night of music you won’t want to miss! Jesse Ray Smith on Facebook / Instagram

A celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Central Library Concert Series and the 25th anniversary of UC San Diego Library's Toy Piano Festival! For 25 years, UC San Diego Library’s Exhibits and Events Coordinator Scott Paulson has hosted the Toy Piano Festival, which pays homage to UC San Diego’s history with the adorable instrument. This special performance in the Neil Morgan Auditorium will feature Kay Etheridge, Kenneth Herman, Christian Hertzog, Scott Paulson, Barbara Scheidker, and special guest Sue Palmer, known as “The Queen of Boogie-Woogie.” To celebrate this milestone event, the Central Library also has a selection of toy pianos from UC San Diego Library's collection on exhibit on the 8th floor throughout the month of September, paired with fun facts and timelines about this versatile instrument! Want a double dose of toy pianos? A second performance will be hosted on the UC San Diego campus at the Geisel Library on Tuesday, September 30. San Diego Public Library on Instagram San Diego Central Library on Facebook

Sept. 26, 1 p.m. Little Italy told in pictures and story by Dr. Tom Cesarini Join us for a lively exploration of San Diego’s Little Italy, a lively immigrant enclave that flourished along the waterfront in the early 1900s. We will hear the origins, traditions and evolution into the chic urban neighborhood it is today. Sept. 26, 2:30 p.m. Emergency Preparedness at MCC with Val Warner-Saadat, MCC Police Chief Review of training protocols and exercises conducted by the MCC Police Department to better serve those attending each campus within our District. To join a Zoom meeting, LIFE must have your email address in order for you to receive the invite link. Meetings will start at 12:45 p.m. (you can join 15 minutes earlier) and the speaker will start at 1 p.m. Email: life.miracosta@gmail.com Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html

You're invited every Friday for two free talks in person or on zoom. September 19 1 p.m. Reporting on the Burrowing Owls of Imperial County: Kori Suzuki, Staff Reporter KPBS, San Diego’s NPR and PBS Stations The Imperial Valley has become an unlikely refuge for California’s burrowing owls, which are vanishing across the rest of the state. Now, state wildlife authorities are weighing declaring the tiny birds an endangered species. 2:30 p.m. The Floral Industry: Mike Mellano Mike Mellano will talk about 100 years of his family’s history, dedication, and innovation in the flower industry in Southern California. He will also talk about the current cut flower industry and how it is evolving. To join a Zoom meeting, LIFE must have your email address in order for you to receive the invite link. Meetings will start at 12:45 pm (you can join 15 minutes earlier) and the speaker will start at 1 p.m. Email: life.miracosta@gmail.com 30 min. snack break between speakers. Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html

Come learn about the ongoing impacts of pollution in the Tijuana River estuary and neighboring communities and share your perspective. We’re partnering with community organizations dedicated to serving and protecting South Bay neighborhoods. Hear from inewsource environmental reporter Philip Salata and experts on the issue. Learn about opportunities to volunteer and/or support organizations. A nature walk will start at 12:30 p.m. Admission is free and includes 1 free drink ticket. inewsource on Facebook / Instagram

"The Artist’s Way" is for novices and working artists of all types, including writers, visual artists, actors, dancers, musicians…ANYONE who recognizes their innate creativity. In a supportive and safe setting, we will: Acquaint ourselves with the basics and tools of "The Artist’s Way" (by Julia Cameron) Work on activities meant to break through some of our creative blocks and give us better insight into creative work we might consider pursuing And more! Week 1 will be an intro to the program. The next six weeks will be devoted to the chapters (and creative practices), and the last week is a final creative presentation by each student. If you’re able, bring a copy of "The Artist’s Way" (many available at the local libraries) and a journal or sketchbook. No previous arts experience required. Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2025-10-04-the-artists-way-with-lydia-real/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

It's the last stop of the World League FlingGolf tour for 2025 and it ends at championship course Dos Osos Golf Club. From competitive play to FlingGolf exhibitions, the San Diego FlingGolf Open will be one to remember as competitors across divisions battle for the title. FlingGolf: Website / Facebook / Instagram