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From Marvel's Hall H return to the science of Tom Cruise, Troma mayhem and the Masquerade, here are top Saturday Comic-Con recommendations.

The Art Glass Guild located in Spanish Village Art Center in Balboa Park will be hosting their Spring Patio Show and Sale on Mother's Day weekend. The patio and Studio 25 will be filled with local San Diego glass artists. See beautiful art representing many techniques, including blown, fused, torch, stained, cast, etched and mosaic art. There will be glass demonstrations and a free mosaic make and take. Visit: Art Glass Guild's Spring Patio Show and Sale Art Glass Guild on Instagram and Facebook

A 5-lesson advanced online course in Ladino (Judeo-Spanish) for learners with prior knowledge of the language seeking to deepen their reading, speaking, and grammatical awareness. Each session uses authentic Sephardi and contemporary Ladino texts — including folklore, poetry, fables, and song — to build vocabulary and develop fluency. Grammar topics include verb tenses, moods, pronoun systems, and the contrast between indicative and subjunctive. Taught by Esther Rute, who holds a BA in Semitic Philology and two MAs in Jewish History and Spanish Studies from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. She is a certified language teacher, External Advisor to the National Authority for Ladino (ANL), and Deputy Editor of Aki Yerushalayim. When: Mondays, September 28 – October 26 Time: 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. PT / 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. ET Where: Online via Zoom Cost: $270 Early bird for 5 classes (by September 27) | $300 Regular | $55 Per class Visit: Advanced Ladino (Judeo-Spanish) Course with Esther Rute Yiddish Arts and Academics on Instagram and Facebook

Registration is now open for the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, offering instruction for dancers of all levels, from beginners to those seeking professional-level training. Students have the opportunity to perform in beloved productions throughout the year, including the holiday tradition of "The Nutcracker." Beyond classes, SDCYB provides a variety of performance experiences, including its annual Fairy Tales in the Park this August, where students bring classic fairy tales to life on stage. Event tickets also include admission to Fairy Tale Village, featuring vendors, live entertainment, arts and crafts activities, and character meet-and-greets for the whole family. For more information and a calendar of events, visit sdcyb.org. San Diego Civic Youth Ballet on Facebook / Instagram

Super Girl Surf Festival is bringing a full weekend of women’s surf, sports, music and empowerment to Oceanside, California, August 21-23. Watch female athletes compete across 10 different sports, including 150+ of the world's top female surfers. Enjoy an action-packed festival village filled with interactive brand activations, female art expositions, female-led health and fitness classes, a roller rink, and FREE live music from artists like Iration, Hippie Sabotage, B.o.B, and K.Flay. Admission is completely free and open to the public. Join us at the Oceanside Pier for an unforgettable community celebration of female strength and confidence. Weekend highlights include: • World-Class Surfing & Action Sports: Catch the only WSL WQS 4000 women's surf contest in the country, a 2-day longboard competition with the Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club, all-female skateboarding, and inline/quad skating mini-ramp contests. • Beach Tournaments & Showcases: Experience non-stop elite beach volleyball, adult beach soccer tournaments (plus free youth soccer clinics), beach flag football, a female lifeguard lifesaving competition, and high-flying cheer showcase performances. • Free Fitness & Wellness Classes: Participate in 24+ free sessions including yoga, Pilates, Zumba, and fitness classes on the #GOALS Stage, plus an interactive performance and recovery panel led by Sharp Orthopedic Sports Medicine. Super Girl Festival Series on Instagram

Thanks to funding provided by the California State Coastal Conservancy, The Hill Street Country Club has spent the last 3 months envisioning a new hotel concept connecting the regional art community to visitors and our local neighbors in North San Diego County. Join us at the Brooks theater to meet Hill Street’s founders, Marge and Dinah, and learn more about our building plans from architect partners Object Projects. Teaching Artist Lissa Corona will be on hand to lead participants in an art activity focused on local perspectives of Oceanside. Supplies will be provided and are yours to keep after the event. We’re excited to share what we’ve learned in our feasibility study and collaborate with you as we design our next steps. You can share your input online with our survey, available in English and Spanish. The Hill Street Country Club on Instagram

We are pleased to announce the dates for the 27th Athenaeum Summer Festival, a series of four concerts that will feature virtuoso pianist Gustavo Romero. Continuing a beloved tradition, this summer Gustavo Romero will celebrate what he notes as Romantic Fire and the Spanish Soul, through a focus on the piano music of Hungarian Franz Liszt, and will be combined with works by Spanish composers Albeniz, Granados, and Manuel De Falla. Dinners will be offered at the Athenaeum after the first and last concerts (July 5 and 26), providing a unique opportunity for concertgoers to socialize, meet Mr. Romero, and share a delicious meal, catered by Girard Gourmet Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

A 5-lesson beginner online course in Ladino (Judeo-Spanish), open to anyone with no prior knowledge of the language. The course covers basic vocabulary, official Ladino orthography, and everyday communication skills, with cultural content including traditional Sephardi songs, folk stories, and special sessions on Sephardic Jewish holidays and traditions. Taught by Esther Rute, who holds a BA in Semitic Philology (Complutense University) and two MAs in Jewish History and Spanish Studies from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. She is a certified language teacher, External Advisor to the National Authority for Ladino (ANL), and Deputy Editor of Aki Yerushalayim. Schedule: Tuesdays, June 2 – June 30 Time: 9:30 – 11 a.m. Platform: Zoom Cost: $270 early bird for 5 classes (by May 31) | $300 regular Yiddish Arts and Academics on Facebook / Instagram

Comic-Con badges may be sold out, but you don’t need one to join the fun. Here’s a guide to free and ticketed off-site events happening around San Diego during Comic-Con.

They may not understand every word, but fans appreciate exuberant announcers who match their enthusiasm. Plus, cameras stay on the field during hydration breaks rather than cutting to commercials.