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So we can't do the real North Park Book Fair this year, but that won't stop San Diego's literary community. Join us for... Taste of the Book Fair Saturday, October 18, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Authors at Bivouac Ciderworks Artists/crafters at Verbatim Books Booksellers/zines in the Bargain Center parking lot (Ray St. And North Park Way) Over thirty literary vendors popping up around North Park! Support local authors, artists, and booksellers! Verbatim Books will also be selling SUPER limited edition tshirts and totes designed by @nicholasdanger for the star-crossed 2025 North Park Book Fair! Wear them ironically, or to remind yourself to stay strong, keep moving forward, and don't let others bring you down. Verbatim Books on Facebook / Instagram

A cinematic catered costume party featuring killer independent films by local and national filmmakers! Eat, drink, and be...witched! Gather your fellow ghouls, ghosts, and film fanatics for a cinematic Halloween night under the stars at San Diego’s iconic Cinema Under the Stars! This is a night to let our freak flags fly, believe in the unbelievable, and celebrate creativity in all its eerie glory. Expect an evening where spooky meets social, films meet fans, and Halloween gets an adult twist with a distinctly San Diego soul. From local legends to national talent, this year’s filmmakers are bringing their best chills, laughs, and thrills to the big screen. You’ll leave feeling energized, inspired, and just a little bit spellbound. Here’s the spooky scoop on what’s brewing for the evening: Pre-party at CJ’s Lounge, start your Halloween adventure around the corner just a few blocks down from the theatre with drinks, tunes, and great company. 222 W West Washington, 92103. 7 p.m. Doors Open at Cinema Under the Stars: Step through our haunted entrance into a world where spooky meets cinematic. Enjoy a catered cocktail hour and photobooth before the screenings begin. 8:30 p.m. Screening Begins: Settle in for a curated selection of independent films that are spooky, funny, and beautifully strange. 10 p.m. Costume Party + Live Music + Surprise Apparitions: When the credits roll, the party begins! Dance, mingle, and enjoy a few unexpected moments of magic. 12 a.m. After Party at CJ’s Lounge: End the night where it began with great drinks, great people, and stories you’ll still be laughing about tomorrow. This Year’s Lineup: "Taylor and The Strange John," Andrew Rocco "Bitch Horror," Louie Duran "Goin’ Squatchin," Daniel Duddy "Little Deaths," Derek Bensonhaver "Zombie Revolt," Kevin Jones "Frankenstein," Johnathon Michel "Monster Medicine," Veronica Felicity Johnson "The Demon Car of Proctor Valley," William Bay "The ID," Lauren Dial "MARE," Chance Nikolas Saller "Grayson’s Yard," Zack Hohenstein "Brim Broome Boulevard," PJ Magerko Liquorice This event is now in its third year celebrating Halloween at this beloved Mission Hills theatre, and its second year as the official San Diego Halloween Film Fest. Don’t miss out on an evening full of unforgettable fun brought to you by Noble House Media and Good Vibe Cinema! Seating is on a first come, first serve basis. Visit: https://ticketstripe.com/halloweenfilmfest

Petco Park’s Holiday Wonderland returns for its fifth year to Gallagher Square for select dates December 5-23! All included in the price of admission, experience magical lighting displays, participate in photo opportunities with Santa and other holiday characters, and take a spin on the grand carousel, ride the Christmas train, and sled down a hill with real snow! This family-friendly event will also feature festive drinks and delicious seasonal treats for purchase, and local artisan shops. Please Note: Holiday Wonderland is not open on December 8 & 9 Petco Park Events on Instagram

Bakunawa Market is an ancestral and spiritual marketplace rooted in Filipino heritage and healing. Inspired by the Babaylan, the healers and spirit-keepers of pre-colonial Philippines, the market offers a sacred space to remember our roots, reconnect with ancestral wisdom, and restore spiritual balance. The free, two-day community event features 30+ makers, healers, and artists – from ceramists, jewelers, and visual artists to herbalists, tarot readers, energy workers, and culinary creators – whose work reflects ancestral wisdom, decolonial practices, and spiritual connection. The Bakla Collective will also be featured, showcasing Queer Filipinx creators and centering equity and representation within San Diego’s creative community. Enjoy live performances, a Sunday workshop lineup – including Intro to Mediumship, Zero-Waste Candle Making, and Yoga + Sound: Collective Healing – and Kamayan by Kujo Eats (Sunday, 5-7 p.m.). Kamayan, meaning "by hand" in Tagalog, is a traditional communal feast where guests share food with their hands, scooping rice and dishes on a table lined with banana leaves. Thoughtfully curated by elders, each dish celebrates the true flavors of our ancestors, with a special spread featuring grilled pompano, fried bangus, BBQ chicken leg quarters, beef kare kare, pork BBQ skewers, and garlic rice. Bakunawa Market on Instagram

The Greater San Diego Chamber Orchestra, directed by Dr. Angela Yeung, presents a concert honoring the Saints and the faithful departed in anticipation of All Saints and All Souls Days. The program includes Boyce's "Ode for St. Cecilia’s Day," Charpentier's "Pour un reposoir," Borodin's "Au Couvent," Ravel's "Le Tombeau de Couperin" and Pavane "pour une infante défunte." Soprano Emily Ortlieb will perform "Pie Jesu" by Lili Boulanger, and the aria “The Field of the Dead” from Prokofiev's film score for the historical drama, "Alexander Nevsky." Admission is free with free-will donation at the performance. Donation via Venmo, Zelle, or by check can be tax deductible. All Saints Episcopal Church offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Registered audience receive directions to free parking. Visit https://gsdmusicoterie.org/all-events/ for updates. Greater San Diego Music Coterie on Facebook

Explore the fundamentals of capturing the human face and figure through paint in this engaging portrait painting class. Students will learn techniques in proportion, color mixing, and brushwork. Ideal for beginners and intermediate artists interested in developing their skills and personal style in portraiture! Six-Week Schedule Sundays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 19, 26 (skips October 12) Location ICA Central (Balboa Park) – 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 Instructor Christian Olid-Ramirez The Institute of Contemporary Art, San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

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The San Diego Italian Film Festival opens Oct. 1, offering a blend of Italian and Italian American films that explore the theme of courage through shorts, features and conversation.

Blending folk, jazz, psychedelia, and world traditions, these three acclaimed musicians create an expansive sonic journey shaped by improvisation, connection, and rich visual storytelling. Their performances are described as immersive, boundary-dissolving experiences that draw listeners into a shared moment of presence and wonder. Julien Cantelm is a San Diego based world class drummer, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter whose music and playing is as deep and welcoming as it is rhythmically adventurous. Known for his extraordinary sensitivity behind the kit, Julien listens deeply to his bandmates, the moment, and the silence between notes. His playing is often described as hypnotic, soulful, and full of quiet fire, turning rhythm and melody into an intimate conversation. Whether on a festival stage or in a quiet living room, he invites listeners to slow down, tune in, and feel the heartbeat that connects us all. Jesus Gonzalez is a renowned San Diego based singer-songwriter whose artful blend of folk, psychedelia, and electronic textures creates deeply immersive musical experiences. In a recent interview with NPR’s top shelf artists series, Jesus said “At the core of it all I think my music is simply shouting ‘Can you believe we’re all here?!’”. Jesus Gonzalez is more than a musician, he’s a sonic storyteller, inviting audiences to reconnect with a shared sense of self, wonder, and the heart of the present moment. Aaron Bowen is a San Diego based guitarist and singer-songwriter known for his warm, intimate sound and timeless songwriting. Blending jazz, folk, soul, and pop, Aaron’s music feels both classic and refreshingly personal. His soulful guitar work and evocative lyrics invite listeners into a world of quiet reflection and honest storytelling. Quartyard SD on Facebook / Instagram

San Diego Black Pride is kicking off its annual festival, which centers Black queerness and joy in San Diego. Then, hear from our Midday Movies critics about their favorite Shakespearean film adaptations.