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Eek, slither, swoop, crawl into the Moxie venue inhabited by creatures unseen but felt, and Storytellers of San Diego. Enjoy an evening of strange and surreal, some mostly ghostly tales of all varieties. Sounds of the supernatural will be played by musicians with relish, and by things that go bump in the night. Under the ghost lights near the stage, expect the unexpected. Tales told out by JT Moring with guitar, Tyler Turner and Lissette Ryan with guitar and harp, Linda Brown, Patti Christiansen and James Nelson-Lucas, Mindy Donner, and Fred Laskowski. Our philosophy is that it is never to early to don a costume! Fun for ages 12 and up. This is not a Moxie production. We thank them and the Conrad Prebys Foundation Arts Ecosystem Grant for their generosity. Storytellers Of San Diego on Instagram

An unforgettable art activity where you’ll learn about amazing animals, their habitats, and discover how to draw them. Step into the extraordinary world of Sir Chris Topher—Scottish-born conservationist, naturalist, artist, and time traveler, knighted by King George V in the 1910s. During this unique, interactive drawing safari, Sir Chris Topher brings his remarkable travels and adventures to life as he shares his passion for African wildlife, the habitats they depend upon, and the importance of protecting them for generations to come. Children and families will receive drawing supplies and learn directly from a professional artist and art teacher, combining art, exploration, natural history, and conservation in an unforgettable experience. Hosted inside Art Scene West in San Diego’s Seaport Village, this intimate event is designed for children, adults, aspiring artists, animal lovers, and curious minds alike. Come prepared to observe, draw, ask questions, and perhaps see the natural world through the eyes of an explorer from another time. Art Scene West on Facebook / Instagram

Since opening in 1926, The Sofia Hotel has stood at the center of downtown San Diego’s rich heritage. Join renowned historian Sandee Wilhoit for an exclusive presentation exploring nearly a century of captivating stories, historic photographs, and remarkable moments that shaped our hotel and city. Space is limited to 30 attendees. RSVP is required. Attendees will enjoy a complimentary welcome drink, continuous chapters from our Sofia Archives Instagram series, and special historical partner perks. Exclusive Centennial Guest Offers 1) San Diego Heritage Pass: Receive 10% off any tour or event at the Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House, courtesy of our partners at the Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation (valid through 2027). Vouchers will be provided to attendees during the event. 2) Parking: Attendees who sign up and come to the evening storytelling event are offered parking discounts. If they use valet only: $15.00 If they use self-parking: free The Sofia Hotel on Facebook/Instagram

Persian Place at San Diego Design Week September 19 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. NewSchool of Architecture & Design Persian Place is proud to be part of San Diego Design Week, bringing Persian art, architecture, and design to the San Diego design community. Join us for a day of hands-on workshops exploring the rich traditions of Persian design—from Persian tile design and woodblock printing to Persian rug design and calligraphy. Workshops are open to NewSchool students as well as the broader San Diego Design Week community. The day will also feature a Persian art exhibition and a collaborative community art project created in partnership with the Visions Museum of Textile Art. Come explore, create, and experience Persian art and design through making, learning, and collaboration. Open to everyone • Free admission Persian Place on Facebook / Instagram

The Book Catapult proudly welcomes our pal Jim Ruland for the release of his new novel, "Mightier Than the Sword" on Friday, November 6 at 7 p.m. Jim will be joined by a cavalcade of authors: Grace Krilanovich (author of "Orange Eats Creeps" and the brand new "Acid Green Velvet"), Adrian Van Young (author of the novel "Rough Beast"), Tammy Greenwood (author of the novel "Everything Has Happened"), and Molly McCloy (author of the new memoir "Nine Grudges: The Spiteful Origins of the Happiest Dyke on Earth.") What do a gambler, a poet, a punk, and a writer of westerns have in common? Four college professors embark on a crime spree in Northern Arizona in 1993. They start by robbing an off-campus bookstore, but when things don't go as planned, the book bandits are drawn into a bigger, bolder caper involving corrupt university officials, drug-dealing frat boys, Navajo ex-cons, and a mysterious golden pen. Steeped in the lore of the West, "Mightier Than the Sword" is a twisty, pulp take on the dirtiest job of them all: working as a part-time professor in a college town. San Diego's Jim Ruland is the author of the novel "Make It Stop, Corporate Rock Sucks: The Rise and Fall of SST Records," co-author of "Do What You Want with Bad Religion," and "My Damage with Keith Morris," the founding vocalist of Black Flag, Circle Jerks, and OFF! Ruland has been writing for punk zines such as "Flipside" and "Razorcake" for more than twenty-five years and his work has received awards from Reader’s Digest and the National Endowment for the Arts. Visit: https://thebookcatapult.com/event/2026-11-06/jim-ruland-2026 Jim Ruland on Instagram

The muralists hope their work offers lessons from past generations and revives the arts in the area.

The awe-inspiring San Diego Bay plays host to the Grand Tasting Presented by Southwest Airlines®, a picture perfect celebration of everything delicious. The Grand Tasting is the city’s biggest foodie party of the year, featuring celebrated chefs and restaurants, domestic and international wine, beer and spirit purveyors, and gourmet food companies amidst a stunning coastal backdrop with sailboats floating by. Indulge in a gastronomic playground of opportunity with over 200 wineries, breweries and spirit purveyors to sip from and over 80 of the West Coast and Baja’s top chefs and restaurants serving up creative and diverse cuisine to taste through. Experience gourmet foods, art, live musical entertainment, and the thrilling “Chef of the Fest Competition,” an action-packed culinary showdown where chefs battle it out for your vote to be crowned “2026 People’s Choice – Chef of the Fest”, earn bragging rights for a year, a plaque to prove it, and up to $5,000 in cash and prizes. San Diego Food + Wine Festival on Facebook / Instagram

Residents wanted the land to remain an open space and become a park.

The Library's Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 9 to October 3. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On October 9, we will have Wilfrido Terrazas the flute, performing experimental, improvised music rooted in Mexican folk traditions and poetry. This concert is free to attend thanks to the support of the City of Coronado and the Friends of the Coronado Public Library. Seating is first come, first seated and doors will open at 12:45 p.m. Wilfrido Terrazas (Willy/he/él) is a flutist, improviser, composer, and educator based in San Diego, originally from Ensenada, Mexico. His work explores the edges of notation, improvisation, and collective creativity, and finds inspiration in various experimentalist lineages, Mexican folk traditions, and poetry. He has premiered over 400 works, composed more than 80, and recorded 60+ albums released internationally. Wilfrido has appeared at leading festivals and venues across 23 countries, is a core member of Generación Espontánea, Mexico City’s pioneering improvisers’ collective, and co–organizes the Semana Internacional de Improvisación in Ensenada. Since 2017, he has been a professor of music at the University of California San Diego. He is also member of the National System of Art Creators of Mexico (SNCA) for the period 2026-28.

The Henderson Fire is now 100% contained and remains 3,260 acres, according to Cal Fire.