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The 50th Annual San Diego Serbian Festival will take place on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, from Noon to 11 p.m. at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church, conveniently located near I-5 & Clairemont Dr. at 3025 Denver St., in Bay Park. This annual event is always held on the second Saturday in October. Admission: $5.00, Military, First Responders, and Children 12 & under FREE. The 50th anniversary of the Serbian Festival marks a significant milestone for the over 7,500 Serbian-Americans and immigrants here in San Diego County. The vibrant Serbian culture is centered on its Orthodox Christian faith, food, and music. Many Americans have come to savor the flavor of Serbian food. Attendees will continue to enjoy some of their favorite foods such as burek (pastry filled with meat or cheese), cevapcici (barbequed minced beef & pork sausage), raznjici (BBQ grilled pork); Sarma (Serbian cabbage rolls) plus a number of pastries (apple and cherry pita); palachinke (Serbian crepes), baklava, and Serbian Coffee (Serb version of espresso). There are vegetarian options like Vegetarian Musaka and Sopska Salata (similar to a Greek salad). The spirit of Serbian ethnic heritage is expressed and instilled through dance, song, and music. The 50th anniversary will feature folklore dance performances from folklore groups arriving from all over the Southern California including St. George’s own award-winning Morava folklore group. The ensembles’ primary goal is to present Serbian folklore in as original a form as possible in the context of the Serbian cultural mosaic. Morava and other folklore groups pride themselves on preserving Serbian heritage by maintaining authentic choreography and costume design aligned with the different regions of Serbia. Folklore dancing will begin at 2 p.m. with exhibitions continuing through 8 p.m. Additionally, two renowned live bands will perform Serbian music throughout the day expressing Serbian culture through storytelling songs. St. George in San Diego is said to be the only Church in North America that is completely covered in mosaic tile (from floor to ceiling). Church tours will be offered beginning at 2 p.m. and at regular intervals until 8 p.m. Vespers/Evening Service will be held at 5 p.m. The tour will explain church architecture, worship, symbolism, and basic precepts of the Orthodox faith. St. George uniquely has magnificent Venetian glass mosaics resplendent with color that covers the entire interior of the church. This unique architecture can only be found in southeastern Europe’s cathedrals and churches, not in North America. Clergy and laity from all denominations are welcomed and encouraged to share in tours. Finally, speakers will talk about Serbian history and current Serbian culture so visitors can learn about Serbia’s proud heritage and diverse regions. The San Diego Serbian Festival started in 1972 and has been an integral part of the Southern California community. St. George Serbian Orthodox Church is the oldest Serbian Church in San Diego County founded in 1952 and is located at 3025 Denver Street, San Diego, CA 92117. Because of its beautiful mosaics, St. George is included in many historical and architectural tours of San Diego County.

Discover the historic gardens at Marston House as Spring Garden Tour season opens. Explore the fusion of English Romantic and American Arts & Crafts styles, as docents guide you on a 2.5-acre stroll from the 1905 original landscape plan to the formal garden's introduction in 1928. April 1, 2023 throughout summer 2023. Visit sohosandiego.org for dates and times. Marston House on Facebook

View an exhibition at the Serra Museum that focuses on the history of San Diego and the role of its name sake river and the people who have used its life giving source since time immemorial. Suggested donation $10.00 Visit: https://sandiegohistory.org/serramuseum/ or call 619-232-6203 The Serra Museum is open Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. or by appointment for groups

Christian Wiman says he's no longer afraid of dying. "When death hangs over you for a while, you start to forget about it," he says. Wiman's new book is Zero at the Bone.

The USD College of Arts and Sciences and Humanities Center, along with Warwick’s bookstore, will host Gretchen Rubin as she discusses and signs her new book, "Life in Five Senses". Rubin is a New York Times bestselling author of "Outer Order, Inner Calm"; "The Four Tendencies"; "Better Than Before"; and "The Happiness Project" and is one of today’s most influential observers of happiness and human nature. "Life in Five Senses" is an absorbing, layered story of discovery filled with thoughtful insights and hands-on suggestions about how to heighten our senses and use our powers of perception to live fuller, richer lives—and, ultimately, how to move through the world with more vitality and love. This is a ticketed event that includes a copy of the book, "Life in Five Senses". For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit here. Stay Connected on Social Media! USD College of Arts and Sciences: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Warwick's bookstore: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Since the ordinance was written into law last year, more than 500 sidewalk vending permits have been issued to local vendors.

The COVID-19 vaccine strategy may be shifting toward Americans getting yearly vaccinations, like many do with annual flu shots.

The Education Department said today that changes to a pair of previously troubled programs have recently led to $4.8 billion in loan relief for another 80,000 borrowers.

It's Bond meets The Truman Show in Aardman's sequel to Chicken Run. This time, the chickens break in — not out — to save the flock. Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget premieres on Netflix this week.

The supergroup's self-titled debut album was a chance for five of the world's best bluegrass players to honor the genre's traditional sound.