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For an evening at Sparks Gallery for our Annual Art Party, under the theme Black & White. This year’s event will transform the gallery into a timeless experience, featuring curated works of monochromatic art. Guests will enjoy a live jazz performance as well as a luxury raffle and experiences from local artists. Reserve your spot (https://sparksgallery.com/black-and-white-art-party) and support a local nonprofit with each ticket purchase. What to expect: Attire: “San Diego Dressy” – Comfortable, expressive, business casual to semi-formal, Black and White encouraged Menu crafted by the San Diego Wine & Culinary Center: - Bocconcini mozzarella balls + black olives in balsamic + black sesame seeds - Black & White Tacos: Tacos with black beans + white corn tortillas + white fish - Black & white dessert bar - Creative bar options Our Generous Sponsors: - San Diego Wine & Culinary Center - Gateway to Galleries - BLICK Art Materials - Spot Hero – new users get 10% off downtown parking with code SPARKS10 - The Oceanside Museum of Art - San Diego Museum of Art - Vanguard Culture - San Diego Art Directory Sparks Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

The 43rd Annual Adams Avenue Street Fair, presented by San Diego Foundation, features 75 musical acts on seven stages and is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21. Southern California’s largest free two-day music festival is held on 10 city blocks in the community of Normal Heights. 2025 headlining performers are: Mexican electronic music legends Nortec: Bostich + Fussible, Rockabilly icons Dave & Deke Combo, garage rock favorites The Schizophonics, touring Blues master Chris Cane Band, LA indie punk rockers Strawberry Fuzz, Soul all-stars The Styletones, surf-garage rockers The Creepy Creeps, dynamic female salsa band Sabrosas Latin Orchestra. Other Street Fair attractions include carnival rides, Fern Street Circus performances, beer gardens, festival foods, 300 exhibitors with unique offerings, and comedy shows at the Adams Avenue Theater. Come chill in the Cool Zone sponsored by San Diego Community Power, located in Smitty’s parking lot at 3441 Adams Avenue. Adams Ave Business Association on Facebook / Instagram

A Halloween creative writing workshop for children aged 8-11. Have you ever thought about what it takes to make up a monster? There’s a lot more to it than glowing eyes or sharp teeth. In this Halloween workshop, young writers will have the chance to use their imaginations to create their own monster… or alien, ghost, witch, or some other creepy character. In this creative writing workshop especially for children, attendees can enjoy exploring the dark side of their imaginations in a safe and productive way, while exploring the different elements writers use to make an otherworldly character seem real. Please bring a pen or pencil, plus some paper to write and draw on. Some crayons and color pencils will be provided. You can also bring your own drawing tools. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Pre-Halloween writing event: writers will learn about the Steampunk Genre, and participate in two mind-bending writing excursions from the Now Write! Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror anthology: The Secret Room: a surreal group creative writing exercise designed to activate your imagination, from famed surrealist Aimee Bender, author of "The Girl in the Flammable Skirt" and "The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake." Giving Sentience to Inanimate Objects: using provided objects, or something of your own, you will follow steps to create your own unique story. Contributed by former film exec, writer/producer, artist and script consultant, Devorah Cutler-Rubenstein. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

For Screenwriters, Playwrights and Novelists What exactly is a character – and what is it not? As a dramatic storyteller, your work gets easier when you understand each of your individual characters, as well as how they fit together within the story. And when you know your characters, they can help your story emerge organically, without having to force them into a plot. Together we’ll explore the roles characters play, common pitfalls around character development, and writing exercises designed to help you develop characters that feel real and compelling, and support your story. If you’re an intuitive writer, you’re going to love the clarity that comes with this workshop – and how that clarity helps focus your creativity. SD Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Combining a string quartet and girls’ choir, two daring ensembles give visceral power to a millennium of women-centered music. This spellbinding concert includes the Allemande from Caroline Shaw’s Pulitzer Prize–winning "Partita for 8 Voices"; the US première of David Lang’s "in wildness", co-commissioned by Carnegie Hall; as well as repertoire from Lotta Wennäkoski, Shubert, Anna Thorvaldsdottir, Rune Sørensen, Astrid Sonne, and Nielsen. La Jolla Music Society on Facebook / Instagram

On Monday, August 25 join Mavericks Beach Club for a Love Island Reunion Watch Party! The drama begins at 6 p.m., but arrive early to enjoy half off all drinks during Mavericks’ Happy Hour, from 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Sip on specialty cocktails, bubbles, draft and canned beer, and house wine. The beach bar had around 700 people join in for the Love Island finale, so they’re anticipating the reunion to be just as popular! Mavericks Beach Club is located at 860 Garnet Avenue. Mavericks Beach Club on Facebook / Instagram

We continue our reading, with Helen having followed Bertram to Italy, completed her tasks, and all other matters are finally resolved. Our director is Kim Keeline. San Diego Shakespeare Society on Facebook / Instagram

Join us in reading how Helen heals the King of France, and the King grants her permission to marry Bertram, the man she loves. Bertram rejects her and leaves a list of tasks that she must do to have him acknowledge their marriage. Our director is Kim Keeline. San Diego Shakespeare Society on Facebook / Instagram

Dive deep into Doctor Who with two awesome fan panels in one afternoon! 1 p.m. - "The Making of Futuristic Props and Costumes": From space-age vehicles and gadgets to futuristic uniforms and high tech armor, props and costumes play a key role in bringing the worlds of science fiction film and television to life. Come and learn how science-related fields such as material engineering, computer science, color theory, and others play a role in the conception, design, and fabrication of these essential components of some of your favorite fantastic fictional realms. 2 p.m. - "Timey-Wimey Robotics and Biotechnology in Doctor Who": Robotics are a cornerstone of science fiction, which in turn inspires real-life scientists and engineers. The futuristic robots and biotechnology of Doctor Who, from K9 to Cybermen, enable society to consider both the applications and implications of similar tech. Our panelists will discuss how Doctor Who’s stories of artificial intelligence, cyborgs, and other “upgrades” match up with our future and analyze the relationship between science fiction and real-life scientific advances. Comic-Con Museum on Facebook / Instagram