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San Diego, you’re invited to an evening of art, culture, and connection along Imperial Avenue — ending with an exclusive cocktail celebration hosted by internationally acclaimed artist Maxx Moses! Come celebrate the future of Encanto Arts, support local students and creatives, then close the night with good company and elevated vibes. In collaboration with Sister Cities Project— plus the support of Imperial Avenue’s own The Block Club, The Mental Bar, Mvinyo Book Bar, Project New Village, and The Urban Collaborative Project —our Collective Activation™ will transform the 63rd block into a vibrant creative destination for the inaugural Experience Encanto: Art Stroll. Visit: https://encanto.sistercitiesproject.org/

Ideal for ages 8-12, students in this course will build essential sewing skills using both hand-sewing techniques and the sewing machine. Over six weeks, they’ll learn safety practices, stitching basics, machine navigation, and troubleshooting while growing confident in their technical abilities. As they explore idea development and practice foundational skills, students will create both functional and decorative pieces. The class wraps up with fun and functional final projects that showcase their creativity and growth. Parents are welcome to drop off their child for class or stay in our space during the class while students create. Feel free to choose what works best for you! ArtReach San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Open and free to the public, That’s Cool! Sample Shoppe at Malibu Farm will include brand experiences, interactive stations, giveaways, sampling and fun food experiences, all in a fun family friendly environment with fun for all ages. San Diego Food + Wine Official Industry Party at Malibu Farm Date: Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025 from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Location: Malibu Farm Details: DJ, hosted bar, giveaways and brand activations. Main Attractions & Activations: · Interactive Brand Experiences · Coffee Bar · Flower Market · Customization Stations · Product Sampling and Giveaways · Merch, Apparel and Hat Shop · San Diego Food + Wine Festival Ticket Giveaways WHO: Live Music by The Drakes, DJ set by kafka.psd and more FEATURED PARTNERS: ● Salt Point Canned Cocktails ● Spritz Del Conte ● Off Hours Bourbon ● Montucky Cold Snacks ● Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. SUPPORTING PARTNERS: ● Wild Hive Hot Honey ● Cowboy Pools ● YUMI ● LANDN SEE ● Vacation Sunscreen ● Magic Mind ● Rising Willow ● De La Calle Tepache - Modern Mexican Soda ● Boatsetter In partnership with the San Diego Food + Wine Festival.

Downtown El Cajon will sparkle this holiday season with Holiday Lights in Downtown El Cajon on Saturday, November 29, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Families, friends, and neighbors are invited to gather for an evening filled with festive fun, live entertainment, and the magic of the season. The heart of Downtown El Cajon will transform into a winter wonderland where visitors can shop an artisan market featuring local vendors, experience the magic of a Snow Zone complete with Santa’s magic snow bubble machines, and enjoy a variety of kids activities throughout the night. Guests can take photos with Santa, listen to live music, and watch as the holiday tree comes to life during a special lighting ceremony led by Mayor Bill Wells at 6:15 p.m. Children will also delight in riding a trackless train through the beautifully decorated streets, adding to the evening’s holiday charm. Downtown El Cajon on Facebook / Instagram

The American Marketing Association San Diego Chapter presents the 2025 Art of Marketing Conference on Friday, October 24, at the University of San Diego’s Knauss School of Business. Now in its fourth year, this premier, full-day event (8 a.m. – 5 p.m., followed by a networking reception 5 – 7 p.m.) brings together industry leaders from Toyota, PlayStation, San Diego FC, Sports San Diego, Compass Real Estate, Q2 Insights, SeaWorld, KPBS, SDG&E, Gaylord Resorts, and more. Attendees will gain insights into the future of marketing through four program tracks—The Storyteller, The Specialist, The Strategist, and The Trend-Setter—covering everything from brand storytelling and customer experience to AI, Web3, and new media. The conference features interactive sessions, panels, and networking, with a keynote from Matt Prince (Interim Head of Earned Media & Brand Social at KFC; Founder, For You Path; formerly Taco Bell and Disney). AMA San Diego on LinkedIn / Instagram

Ideal for ages 6-8! In this six-week course, students will explore the fundamentals of design while working hands-on with clay. Students will learn how to transform a lump of clay into a variety of forms, culminating in a final project that showcases their skills. Ceramics offers a multi-sensory learning experience that supports different learning styles and encourages problem-solving, fine motor development, and confidence through experimentation and revision. Along the way, students will also strengthen collaboration, critical thinking, and an appreciation for creativity, culture, and community. Parents are welcome to drop off their child for class or stay in our space during the class while students create. Feel free to choose what works best for you! Sample Class Format Week 1: Pinch Pots & Foundational Techniques Week 2: Creative Coil Building Week 3: Final Project Vision & Ideation Week 4: Final Project Build Week Week 5: Painting & Glazing Mastery Week 6: Clay Experimentation & Art Showcase ArtReach San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Many think it's a dangerous ploy by the tobacco industry. But some say, with millions of deaths each year attributed to smoking cigarettes, it's the lesser of two evils.

California’s independent legislative analyst is warning that the state faces a nearly $18 billion deficit. It is “critical” for lawmakers to rein in spending and increase revenues long term, he said.

Learn about the exciting world of writing grants from an experienced professional! In this class, you will learn how to write a competitive grant proposal to support a non-profit of your choosing. Students will learn the golden rules of grant writing; common mistakes made by inexperienced grant writers; key components of grant proposals (goals, objectives, evaluation, sustainability, etc.); and how to identify and develop a relationship with grant funders. Finally, students will have the opportunity to review and vet a live grant proposal. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

At the White House this afternoon, President Trump said he was terminating "ridiculously burdensome" fuel economy rules. It's part of a series of changes relaxing or eliminating rules promoting cleaner cars.