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Fright for Future is a haunted attraction with a social conscience, scaring you with real-world horrors. Plus, here are other Halloween events to explore.

Hundreds of protesters have been killed in Iran, rights groups say, as President Trump threatened "strong" military action.

It’s time to grab your crayons and bring your turkey to life! Starting October 1, the cherished Turkey Coloring Contest is back for 2025 and ready for your most colorful Thanksgiving masterpieces. Hosted by Recreation & Golf Services and proudly sponsored by the Coronado Junior Woman’s Club, this beloved holiday tradition invites kindergarten through fifth-grade students to create their own colorful Thanksgiving artwork using crayons, markers, or colored pencils. Entries can be submitted in the festive “contest dropbox oven” located in the Community Center lobby from October 1 through November 6. Winning entries will be honored during the City Council meeting on Tuesday, November 18. Be sure to review the contest rules and print the 2025 Turkey Coloring Contest Form at the link below to participate. For more information, please call (619) 522-7342. Visit: https://www.coronado.ca.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1017

Herb Alpert got his start playing trumpet in L.A.'s public schools. He wants to help make that "magic" possible for students.

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Celebrate the season's magic on the water with a Christmas Day Premier Brunch Cruise in San Diego. You and your guests will enjoy a holiday brunch buffet freshly prepared by our chef, full bar service, and City Cruises’ distinctive hospitality. While onboard, experience exceptional views of San Diego’s iconic skyline and waterfront, entertainment, and festive décor. Our team will happily take care of the details, leaving you to celebrate the holidays on the San Diego Bay with your friends and family. Happy Holidays! Visit: https://www.cityexperiences.com/san-diego/city-cruises/christmas-day-premier-brunch-cruise/ City Cruises on Instagram and Facebook

*AT SCRIPPS RESEARCH AUDITORIUM* Next up, on Wednesday, November 19, is a return visit by the Django Festival Allstars, who will be joined by the remarkable jazz vocalist Veronica Swift. This masterful French gypsy jazz quintet returns for its first local performance since debuting on the Athenaeum series in 2016. Step into a night that feels lifted from a Parisian café and reimagined for the 21st century. The Django Festival Allstars deliver a musical experience bursting with spirit, swing, and soul in what The Wall Street Journal calls “the best jazz show in town.” Led by guitarist Samson Schmitt, son of gypsy jazz legend Dorado Schmitt, this all-acoustic ensemble of international virtuosos radiates joy and passion through blazing guitar riffs, soaring violin, dazzling accordion, and deep, grooving bass. They celebrate the music of legendary gypsy guitarist Django Reinhardt who teamed with famed jazz violinist Stephane Grappelli in the 1930s and 40s to create the quintet of the Hot Club de France, which went on to become one of the most important jazz partnerships in history. Vocalist Veronica Swift made her local debut on the Athenaeum series in 2019 with pianist Benny Green. She is among the upper echelon of 21st century jazz singers because of her virtuosic brilliance, interpretive ingenuity, bracing songwriting, and keen arrangements. The Wall Street Journal wrote, “She has a miraculous voice, musical ability and technique, as well as an innate gift for entertaining a crowd.” Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Get Ready to Wobble Before You Gobble! Join us for the annual Thanksgiving Gobble Trot 5K Run/Walk before you dive into the stuffing and turkey this year, get a run/walk in with your family, friends, and community. Burn some Calories, Make some Memories but spots do fill up faster than Grandma's gravy boat! Overview: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk! There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey. Timing: Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time. - No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)! What You Get (Swag Bag): Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)- Finisher's Towel or Giveaway- Finisher's Medal! - Digital Training Pack - Online Results & Certificate of Completion- Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs- We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more. Packet Pickup: No hassle of picking up packets required! Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)- Race bibs are provided on race day. When will I get my Swag? You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race. Race Updates: We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps. Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race) Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race! Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: info@thebestraces.com) (Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis) Wave A: 7:30 a.m. Wave B: 8 a.m. Wave C: 8:30 a.m. Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave) Virtual Run Option: Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run. Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to info@thebestraces.com to receive your medal! Sponsorships & Promoting your Business: If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business! https://www.thebestraces.com/events Visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/SanDiego/ThanksgivingTurkeyGobbleTrot5K10KSANDIEGO The Best Races on Instagram and Facebook

A cinematic catered costume party featuring killer independent films by local and national filmmakers! Eat, drink, and be...witched! Gather your fellow ghouls, ghosts, and film fanatics for a cinematic Halloween night under the stars at San Diego’s iconic Cinema Under the Stars! This is a night to let our freak flags fly, believe in the unbelievable, and celebrate creativity in all its eerie glory. Expect an evening where spooky meets social, films meet fans, and Halloween gets an adult twist with a distinctly San Diego soul. From local legends to national talent, this year’s filmmakers are bringing their best chills, laughs, and thrills to the big screen. You’ll leave feeling energized, inspired, and just a little bit spellbound. Here’s the spooky scoop on what’s brewing for the evening: Pre-party at CJ’s Lounge, start your Halloween adventure around the corner just a few blocks down from the theatre with drinks, tunes, and great company. 222 W West Washington, 92103. 7 p.m. Doors Open at Cinema Under the Stars: Step through our haunted entrance into a world where spooky meets cinematic. Enjoy a catered cocktail hour and photobooth before the screenings begin. 8:30 p.m. Screening Begins: Settle in for a curated selection of independent films that are spooky, funny, and beautifully strange. 10 p.m. Costume Party + Live Music + Surprise Apparitions: When the credits roll, the party begins! Dance, mingle, and enjoy a few unexpected moments of magic. 12 a.m. After Party at CJ’s Lounge: End the night where it began with great drinks, great people, and stories you’ll still be laughing about tomorrow. This Year’s Lineup: "Taylor and The Strange John," Andrew Rocco "Bitch Horror," Louie Duran "Goin’ Squatchin," Daniel Duddy "Little Deaths," Derek Bensonhaver "Zombie Revolt," Kevin Jones "Frankenstein," Johnathon Michel "Monster Medicine," Veronica Felicity Johnson "The Demon Car of Proctor Valley," William Bay "The ID," Lauren Dial "MARE," Chance Nikolas Saller "Grayson’s Yard," Zack Hohenstein "Brim Broome Boulevard," PJ Magerko Liquorice This event is now in its third year celebrating Halloween at this beloved Mission Hills theatre, and its second year as the official San Diego Halloween Film Fest. Don’t miss out on an evening full of unforgettable fun brought to you by Noble House Media and Good Vibe Cinema! Seating is on a first come, first serve basis. Visit: https://ticketstripe.com/halloweenfilmfest

Premieres Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+ / Encore Wednesday, Jan. 7 at 7 p.m. on KPBS 2. ROADSHOW celebrates an all-new Season 30, starting with a stop in Salt Lake City! Discoveries include German candy containers, ca. 1910, a Donegal Arts & Crafts carpet and a 1937 “The Hobbit” first UK edition. Which find is valued at $100K?