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Come on in to the beautiful and relaxing Welcome Center at Sweetwater Zen Center and enjoy free Gongfu style tea service prepared and served by one of our members. We look forward to serving you. Sweetwater Zen Center on Facebook / Instagram

This weekend in the arts: "Actual Size" at Art Produce; Future Is Color presents Shabaka; Roustabouts Theatre Company's "Ripcord"; Nexus Film Festival; DISCO RIOT's residency showcase performance and ballerinas in the library.

EVENT: Escondido’s First-Ever “Tricks for Treats” on Grand Avenue Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026 Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Location: Grand Avenue, Downtown Escondido Hosted by: The Barktorium Escondido is getting a brand-new Halloween tradition — and it’s all about dogs! On Thursday, October 29, The Barktorium is hosting Escondido’s first-ever “Tricks for Treats” on Grand Avenue, bringing local businesses, families, and their four-legged friends together for a night of Halloween fun. Participating businesses along Grand Avenue will be handing out Halloween treats for both people and pups, giving families the opportunity to walk from business to business, enjoy the festivities, and show off their best costumes. The City of Escondido will also be on site taking professional photos of the dogs in costume. Those photos will be uploaded online, and the public will be invited to vote for their favorite costumes! Event Schedule 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | Family Trick-or-Treating Families and their dogs can walk Grand Avenue at their own pace and visit participating businesses for treats. This hour is designed to be especially welcoming to dogs who may not be comfortable around large groups of other dogs. Families can enjoy the event without having to participate in the larger group walk. 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. | Tricks for Treats Pack Walk The second hour will be a Halloween-themed pack walk and trick-or-treat experience — essentially a dog costume parade down Grand Avenue! Dogs and their humans are encouraged to dress up, join the pack, visit participating businesses, take photos, and enjoy an evening celebrating Halloween together. Why This Event Is Special This is the first-ever Tricks for Treats event on Grand Avenue in Escondido, bringing together local businesses and the community for a unique Halloween experience centered around dogs. It also creates a great visual opportunity for local news coverage — hundreds of dogs and their owners dressed in Halloween costumes, walking down Grand Avenue, visiting local businesses, and participating in a community-wide costume celebration. Whether you're looking for a fun family Halloween activity, want to show off your dog's costume, or simply want to support local businesses, everyone is invited to come out and enjoy the evening. Dress up, stop in, grab some treats, take some photos, and have some fun! thebarktorium on Instagram

2026 Kiku Matsuri Join us at the Hangar 858 Venue for the 2026 Kiku Matsuri – a vibrant celebration of Japanese culture, cuisine, and entertainment! Enjoy a full day filled with traditional music, dance, and art. Savor authentic Japanese dishes, browse unique merchandise, and let the kids have fun with family-friendly games and activities. From captivating performances to hands-on cultural experiences, there’s something for everyone. Food, Beer and sake will be available for purchase. Things to know before you go: ・Please bring your digital or printed ticket for entry. ・Parking is limited — we encourage carpooling or rideshare. ・Outside food and drinks are not permitted. ・Admission will close at 4:30 p.m. Bring your friends and family, and experience the lively spirit of a Japanese autumn festival — right here in town! Visit: kiku.org/kikumatsuri/ Kiku Nikkei Care on Instagram

The law, signed by President Trump in January 2025, requires immigrants accused of certain crimes to be detained, even if they aren’t charged or convicted.

TuYo Theatre is proud to announce the World Premiere of “Our Lady of the San Diego Convention Center" by Mario Vega. Running from September 11th through October 18th, 2026 at venues across San Diego County, TuYo invites audiences to experience this heartfelt and inspirational story based on the playwright's real-life experiences working as a youthcare worker at the San Diego Convention Center in 2021. “Our Lady of the San Diego Convention Center" is Vega’s second world premiere production with TuYo, the first being the immersive musical “Pásale Pásele.” The production also follows TuYo’s “Everything You Need To Know About Abortion In One Hour Or Less,” an educational story about women’s reproductive rights, and the spooky and immersive sold-out run of “La Llorona On The Blue Line.” TuYo Theatre is excited to collaborate with Casa Familiar Vega’s "Our Lady of the San Diego Convention Center" centers the honest experiences of immigration with care and humor, capturing the stories of these migrant girls and encouraging audiences to have a conversation about not just migration, but the consequences of borders on children and our responsibility as human beings to take care of each other.

Lab studies have shown that psychedelics like psilocybin can lower inflammation and may be protective for a range of illnesses. Now, researchers are publishing some of the first data in humans that signals this holds potential for patients with neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's disease.

A growing patchwork of moratoriums and potential bans are taking shape across the valley — even as more plans for new data centers come to light.

This October, children 12 and under receive free admission and a take-home pottery kit when families present a Kids Free San Diego coupon. Families can enjoy a kid-friendly Archaeology Quest through the museum, which features hands-on activities. One pottery kit is available per child with paid adult admission. San Diego Archaeological Center on Facebook / Instagram

You won’t want to miss the first maker’s market at Pacific Beach Arts Center – an artistic paradise featuring local artisans! Join us for fabulous fall day of discovery on September 19 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. on the corner of Felspar & Ingraham. Pacific Beach Arts Center on Facebook / Instagram