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flute, violin, double bass, piano, bandoneon, featured composer music by Andrés Martín, Pablo Jaurena, and Astor Piazzolla the soul of tango revealed, face to face "Tango Íntimo II" brings you face-to-face with the raw beauty of tango, featuring performances by The Camarada Tango Quartet alongside renowned bandoneonist Pablo Jaurena. Anchoring the evening is a reprise of "Eclipse," "Change & Bloom," the 2022 Camarada Composers Circle commission by Composer-in-Residence Andrés Martín. The evening also features timeless works by Astor Piazzolla and the world premiere of a new duo for flute and bandoneón by Pablo Jaurena. Paired with live narration by renowned tango historian Ignacio Varchausky, this program becomes more than a performance — it’s a dialogue between tradition and reinvention, between artist and audience. This is tango — raw, real, and right in front of your eyes. Beth Ross Buckley, flute David Buckley, violin Andrés Martín, double bass & featured composer Dana Burnett, piano Pablo Jaurena, bandoneon Ignacio Varchausky, narrator UC San Diego Park & Market1100 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101 Parking between Park & Market on 11th 6:30 p.m. - Doors open - snacks, drinks, and signature cocktails available for purchase from Farmhouse Catering. 7 p.m. - A Conversation Between Andrés Martín (double bass) and Pablo Jaurena (bandoneon) 7:30 p.m. - Concert Begins Kindly underwritten by Elaine Baldwin & Carl Nelson Camarada on Facebook / Instagram

A Blind Tasting of Rare & Reserve Whiskeys Hosted by Tom Fischer, Founder of BourbonBlog.com Back by popular demand, the sold-out seminar returns with new bottles, bold palates, and one legendary pour. Join whiskey educator Tom Fischer for a guided blind tasting of rare and reserve whiskeys—no labels, no hints, just taste. Hidden in the lineup? Pappy Van Winkle 20. Can your palate pick the icon? What’s Included: – Blind tasting flight featuring rare and limited-release whiskeys – Tasting techniques + insider stories from Tom Fischer – Lineup reveal featuring Pappy 20 Perfect for whiskey lovers, collectors, and curious sippers. Taste blind. Choose wisely. One pour is the legend. Visit: San Diego Food + Wine Festival: 'Who's Your Pappy?' The Legend Continues San Diego Food + Wine Festival on Instagram and Facebook

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

Sal Vulcano Live in San Diego! Best known for co-creating, executive producing and starring in one of the most recognized and long-standing comedy shows of all time, IMPRACTICAL JOKERS, comedian Sal Vulcano recently announced the EVERYTHING’S FINE TOUR – his newest national stand-up tour - kicking off in Fall 2024 after selling out in over 60 markets during his previous tour, including notable landmark venues such as The Beacon Theatre and The Ryman Auditorium. In 2024 Sal’s debut special, "TERRIFIED," premiered - garnering over 1M+ views within the first weeks of its release, currently pacing for 2M views just a few months later - further expanding his profile in the comedy world. Visit: https://sandiegotheatres.org/event/2025/10/sal-vulcano Sal Vulcano on Facebook / Instagram

Everyone’s favorite pumpkins are back, just in time for Halloween! Come along with Gordy, Squash and Calabaza as they try to top last year’s Spooky Hollow party and meet lots of fun folks along the way. This is an all-ages hybrid shadow and live puppet show with music, songs, and audience shout-outs! Marie Hitchcock Puppet Theater on Facebook / Instagram

Mainly Mozart – the San Diego nonprofit behind the acclaimed Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival – today announced the return of its Wine Pairing Series, following the enthusiastic response to its 2024 debut. Presented by Jean-Charles Boisett Wineries, this year’s series features four concertmasters across four weekends of performances, an expansion from last year’s three, and adds Saturday concerts alongside Sundays. The series will again be hosted at the Fairbanks Ranch Country Club. The 2025/2026 series showcases four of America’s leading concertmasters: Jun Iwasaki of the Kansas City Symphony (Nov. 15–16, 2025), Nurit Bar-Josef of the National Symphony (Jan. 10–11, 2026), Nathan Cole of the Boston Symphony (Feb. 21–22, 2026), and Frank Huang of the New York Philharmonic (April 11–12, 2026). The Mainly Mozart Wine Pairing Series events begin with an open hors d'oeuvres reception before audiences are seated for an intimate concert and tasting experience. Each piece on the program is paired with curated wines, chosen to mirror the style and emotion of the music. Wines are poured and selection commentary is provided before each musical work, setting the stage for a multi-sensory experience. Tickets are available at www.mainlymozart.org/wine-series. Seating is limited and early purchase is recommended. 2025/2026 Wine Pairing Series Lineup - Kansas City Symphony November 15 and 16, 2025 - Jun Iwasaki, Concertmaster - Sean Chen, Piano - National Symphony January 10 and 11, 2026 - Nurit Bar-Josef, Concertmaster - Loewi Lin, Cello - Erich Heckscher, Bassoon - Boston Symphony February 21 and 22, 2026 - Nathan Cole, Concertmaster - Steve Ansell, Principal Viola - Blaise Dejardin, Principal Cello - New York Philharmonic April 11 and 12, 2026 - Frank Huang, Concertmaster - Cynthia Phelps, Principal Viola Concert Times Saturdays: 5 p.m. Wine Reception | 6 p.m. Wine Pairing Event Begins Sundays: 4 p.m. Wine Reception | 5 p.m. Wine Pairing Event Begins Mainly Mozart® on Facebook / Instagram

A night of song and improv comedy! Two guest singers perform for you and then our improv performers use their songs to inspire improvised scenes. Family Friendly! Mockingbird Improv on Facebook / Instagram

Foreign visitors who are eligible to bypass the visa application process may soon have to turn over five years' worth of social media history to enter the U.S., under a new Trump administration plan.

Experience the outdoor horror that is simply too big to house indoors! Located in San Diego's world famous Balboa Park, The Haunted Trail is a stroll through the park you will never forget. Make your way out of the eXperiment Maze before entering the mile long Trail through the grove of twisted pines and gnarled oaks. Visitors watch your back, you never know which way the scares will hit you! True to it’s reputation, these haunts are not for children under 10 or the faint of heart. Featured Haunts The eXperiment Maze To earn your passage through the mile long Trail, you must first make your way through the horrifying 3,500 square foot eXperiment maze. Brace yourself as your childhood Fairy Tales turn into adulthood SCARY TALES. Moldy Locks and her 3 Bears come out of hibernation looking for a tasty human morsel! But alas, Little Dead Riding Hood is actually the one to be most afraid of and of course the wild hungry wolves. Your other favorite childhood characters are lurking in the dark corners waiting just for you, including a cluster of Evil Queens buzzing all about and the 3 “not so little” pigs who circle you to get you confused, turned around, repulsed and ultimately devoured. The Haunted Trail If you make it through the Experiment Maze, you have earned the next adventure and begin the mile long journey through the Haunted Trail. Feel your way through the dark dense fog of the ghost filled graveyard, meander through the Demented Doll Island fishing village and see the Doll Keeper assemble his creepy creations. Climb aboard the Ghoul Bus where zombie prisoners share the horrifying ride with you, push your way through the adrenaline crazed clown house. Check in to the Haunted Hotel and visit the possessed girl in room number 666. Louisiana zombies have slithered up from the slime of the bayou to chase you through the swamp with their chainsaws blaring. It’s no “walk in the park”!! Visit: The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park on Instagram and Facebook

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