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Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead): This annual celebration brings together local and regional talents celebrating the visual and performing arts related to a major Mexican cultural event. Established to foster an appreciation and awareness of Latino Cultural Celebration, Dia de los Muertos offers free family-friendly programming to North County residents of Latino heritage while uniting people of all backgrounds and traditions. Visitors experience a variety of art-making workshops, artist demonstrations, student exhibitions, live Mariachi and other musical performances while having an opportunity to actively participate in a “Community Ofrenda,” a public recognition of family and friends. Ballet folklorico dancers Aztec dancers Mariachi bands Community ofrenda Callejeros de Encinitas Car Club Art exhibition Sugar skull decorating Tissue paper flowers Artmaking workshops Face painting Food truck Visit: Encinitas Día de Los Muertos Celebration Encinitas Friends of the Arts on Instagram and Facebook

Let the sunshine in: After a decade of chilly trap beats and freaky club tales, the tide is turning on the genre's dominant sound.

Embark on a guided tasting that uncorks the soul of one of France’s most storied wine regions. From the steep, misty hillsides of the Northern Rhône to the sun-drenched vineyards of the South, this immersive seminar showcases the incredible diversity of styles, grapes, and terroirs that make up the Côtes du Rhône. Led by Rhône Valley expert Christophe Tassan, you’ll taste through a hand-selected lineup of wines from across the region—each bottle telling a distinct story of place, tradition, and winemaking philosophy. Along the way, you’ll gain insight into how climate, soil, and history shape the bold reds, vibrant whites, and aromatic rosés that define the Rhône’s signature character. Whether you’re new to Rhône wines or looking to deepen your knowledge, this seminar offers a compelling journey through the flavors and landscapes of one of the world’s most dynamic wine regions. Visit: San Diego Food + Wine Festival: A Tasting Tour Of The Côtes Du Rhône San Diego Food + Wine Festival on Instagram and Facebook

Discover the wines of one of the world’s oldest winemaking regions in this guided tasting experience that bridges 8,000 years of tradition with a bold, modern revival. Often referred to as the cradle of wine, Georgia is home to indigenous grape varieties, distinctive winemaking techniques like qvevri fermentation, and a wine culture deeply woven into its history. This seminar will explore what makes Georgian wines so unique, approachable, and worth adding to your rotation. What’s Included: – A tasting of diverse wines from across Georgia’s key wine regions – Intro to native grape varieties and traditional winemaking methods – Cultural insights that highlight Georgia’s place in global wine history Perfect for adventurous palates and curious wine drinkers Come sip your way through a region where ancient tradition meets fresh discovery. Visit: San Diego Food + Wine Festival: Wines Of Georgia, Ancient Roots, Modern Sips San Diego Food + Wine Festival on Instagram and Facebook

Indoor tanning is trending among Gen Z. A new study finds tanning bed users not only have a much higher risk of melanoma, they also have DNA damage linked to cancer across nearly their entire skin.

Recital Hour at Mesa College lights up your Wednesdays with live performances in Music C-119, every week while school is in session. Open to all and always free, this series brings the joy of music to students and the wider community alike. Windscape promises a refreshing musical journey through the works of Beethoven, Mahler, Ulikhanyan, Shostakovich, and Arutiunian – a rich blend of timeless classics and bold, lesser-known gems. When: October 22nd, 3 p.m. - 4:20 p.m. Where: Mesa College, Room Music C-119 San Diego, CA 92111 Visit: https://www.finestmusic.org/events/windscape-at-mesa-college Windscape

Learn to make a Sweeper! Sunday, October 19, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. In this 3-hour workshop, students will learn to make a long handled broom with traditional broomcorn. Taught by local artist-educator AB, the class is kept simple to minimize any difficulty in creating the sweeper broom. Be ready to be challenged with your craft skill. This will be a fun and interactive broom class that will take you into the creative culture of besoms. We will prepare the handle, attach the broomcorn, shape the broom head/bristles and stitch it together with needle and thread/cord. By the end of the class you will have a functional and artistic broom to take home with you. You’ll also have the opportunity to scent the broom as well as decorate the sweeper. It is helpful if you’ve already taken Hand Broom Making Workshop, but it’s not required. Ages 13+ years and up is recommended. Materials fee: $15 (cash) to be paid to instructor at the start of the workshop • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • 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. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

The U.S. Department of Education says adult students without legal status are now banned from certain courses. Teens at public K-12 districts could see changes too.

President Trump has signed a bill to compel the Justice Department to make public its files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Now, there's a 30-day countdown for the DOJ to produce those records.

Even amid rising grocery prices and increased sensitivity to environmental issues, Americans still trash once-edible food at alarming rates.