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Discover the ancient art of Qigong and its profound spiritual and health benefits! This immersive experience will guide you through gentle movements and powerful meditations, fostering a harmonious flow of Divine Light and vital life force (Ch’i) throughout your body. Qigong exercises are moving meditations that accentuate the natural energetic flows and rhythms of the auric field to keep you in body, mind and soul in harmony. Through the power of your aura, you manifest everything in life. Qigong enhances your aura to help embody the attributes of the Divine Light and walk in greater step with the cosmic dance of life. What you will experience: Gentle Qigong movements that release tension, improve circulation, and enhance flexibility. Movement of the Ch’i, similar to the health benefits of the meridian system in acupuncture. Release of energetic blockages that may be hindering your spiritual evolution. Tapping into the universal life force (often referred to as Fohat in esoteric traditions) to align with your highest purpose. Each session opens and closes with a Divine Light meditation. Wear comfortable clothing. If joining online, please leave space to perform the exercises presented. Amelie Catheline is a Qigong and Tai Chi teacher in North County San Diego, CA. She guides students to calm their mind through gentle movements and deepen the connection to their body. Amelie trained with Marie-Laure Jousset and Francois Maurios at Ecole Equilibre and Chemins de Vie, practicing Yang Shaohu style Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong of the Mindful Health since 2010. She studied at the White Dragon Martial Art School’s Yang Style Tai Chi for eight years reaching the Senior Black Fringe level. Spiritual Arts Institute on Facebook / Instagram

Experience the best of French winemaking on Thursday, November 6 at 6 p.m. as AVANT presents Vine to Table: A French Wine Dinner Experience. Begin the evening with a refined reception featuring passed bites and a curated selection of French wines, followed by a five-course dinner that celebrates the depth and diversity of France’s most renowned wine regions — from the crisp whites of the Loire Valley to the rich, full-bodied reds of Bordeaux and Burgundy. Each course has been thoughtfully paired to highlight the harmony between fine cuisine and exceptional wine, creating an evening of timeless French elegance and culinary artistry at AVANT. Rancho Bernardo Inn on Facebook / Instagram

Sharpen your observational skills and deepen your understanding of the human form in this dynamic figure drawing class. Working from live models, students will explore anatomy, proportion, gesture, and line through a variety of poses and timed studies. Suitable for all levels, this class offers a supportive environment for both beginners and experienced artists to build confidence and technique. Six-Week Schedule Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 21, 28 (skips October 14) Instructor Jean Krumbein The Institute of Contemporary Art, San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

"Unraveling Into Motion" Dance MiraCosta Theatre, Bldg 2000 Dave Massey, Artistic Director Introducing "Unraveling into Motion" — the 2025 MiraCosta Fall Dance Concert celebrating the evolving artistry of student and faculty choreographers. This high-energy performance showcases a dynamic range of styles, from explosive storytelling to richly textured movement. Each original work ignites the stage with emotion, curiosity, and creative fire. True to its name, Unraveling into Motion invites audiences to witness the unfolding—where dancers unravel ideas, emotion, and identity in a physical dialogue that connects us all. Thursday, December 4 // 7:30 p.m. Friday, December 5 // 7:30 p.m. Saturday, December 6 // 7:30 p.m. Sunday, December 7 // 2 p.m. Theatre, Bldg. 2000, Oceanside Campus General Admission $17 Seniors/Staff $14 Student $12 Seating is reserved. MiraCosta College Dance Department on Facebook / Instagram

Join us to uncork your creativity and get in the Halloween spirit at our Spooky paint & sip night! Expect an evening of artistry and relaxation as you sip on your favorite wines, beers or cocktails and create your own masterpiece. San Diego Mission Bay Resort: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Join us for our next Artists Meeting – a chance to connect, create, and inspire each other! Whether you’re a painter, photographer, or any kind of creative, we’d love to have you. Date: Saturday, October 18 Time: 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Venue: Centro Cultural De La Raza, Balboa Park 2004 Park Blvd. San Diego, CA 92101 Instagram: @sandiegoartistsunified Come join us every 3rd Saturday of the month!

Often called the "Oscars of the comics industry," Comic-Con hosts the 37th annual Eisner Awards on Friday, celebrating top comics creators and titles across 32 categories.

Both sides accused the other of breaking a ceasefire that halted fighting earlier this year. Longstanding border disputes erupted into five days of combat in July that killed dozens.

A ragtag band of freedom fighters—including a former soldier-turned-prisoner, a Rebel Alliance insider, a Jedi and a sentient robot—work together to steal the Death Star’s secret blueprints. The first of several planned “Star Wars” spin-offs. ArtPower at UC San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

The 24th year of this fantastic event features 53 great films from 7 different popular arts genres including Action/Adventure, Animation, Comics-Oriented, Documentary (Popular Arts-Oriented), Horror/Suspense, Humor, and Science Fiction/Fantasy. We have participating filmmakers from all over the world, including Australia, Belgium, Canada, Germany, Hong Kong, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The schedule also includes the return of the popular ongoing panel series Comic-Con Film School, a daily series of how-to panels on filmmaking, plus additional film-related panels on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. On Sunday, the CCI-IFF Awards will be presented, followed by screenings of the award-winning films. This year’s judges are visual development supervisor at Marvel Studios Ian Joyner, senior illustrator, storyboard artist, and visual development artist Jasmine Alexia Jackson, and legendary actor Keone Young. The CCI-IFF takes place in the Marriott Marquis and Marina Hotel, next door to the Hall A side of the convention center. The Film Festival room is on the second level of the Marriott Grand Ballroom 6. VIEW THE FILM SCHEDULE