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Interactive maze of artist-created ofrendas in the main gallery of the museum. Curated by South Bay San Diego artists Maricruz Alvarado and Nanzi Muro. Reception: Sat. Oct. 17, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. features live music, performance, food and artist walk-throughs of the exhibit. Evening events during the exhibition, include "Creatures of the Night" Market: Sat. Oct. 24, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and a closing reception on November 2. About the exhibition: The ‘Day of the Dead’ exhibition, titled “La Ruta de Nuestros Ancestros,” features a community artist collective showcasing mixed-media artworks inspired by the traditions and knowledge each artist holds about Día de los Muertos. This exhibit encourages visitors to explore the importance of this Mexican tradition and promotes the celebration of life while honoring loved ones who have passed by keeping them alive in our hearts—family members and community members. The exhibition features a maze representing life’s journey and the roots left by our “ancestros’ for us to carry forward through generations. The core message is to remember those who have departed. Each artist’s artwork includes a brief explanation of their interpretation of Día de los Muertos. In this community exhibition, we also acknowledge our Indigenous roots in Día de los Muertos and the ongoing ancestral wisdom that we aim to pass down within the Mexican community today. For many of us, the exhibition is not only about commemorating those who have passed but also about keeping their memory alive through ceremonies, offerings, food, plants, art, storytelling, and community gathering. For these reasons, we invite all San Diego residents to join us for this exhibition. Furthermore, the artworks portray not only the sorrow of death but also the beauty of life, conveying messages of hope and peace and highlighting the significance of the centuries-old Mexican tradition of Día de los Muertos. Path of Our Ancestors The path our loved ones have laid out guides us back to them, and we celebrate and honor it each year with offerings and memories. It is a path prepared to welcome them with flowers, lights, parties, music, food, conversations, and memories of happy moments. The path is a gathering to feel their presence through each photo, each garment, each place, each hug, and each smile. The path reminds us of life, love, and hope. Our ancestors’ path is the thread that connects us to the hearts and memories of those who have gone before us, yet live in us forever. ——————————- Bajo el título “La Ruta de Nuestros Ancestros”, esta exposición del Día de los Muertos reúne a diversos artistas comunitarios que presentan obras de técnica mixta, creadas a partir de sus propias vivencias, saberes y tradiciones en torno a esta festividad. El propósito fundamental de la muestra es invitar al público a adentrarse en el significado profundo de esta tradición milenaria mexicana, celebrando la vida y rindiendo homenaje a nuestros seres queridos, familiares e integrantes de la comunidad que han fallecido. Como parte de la experiencia, la exhibición cuenta con un laberinto simbólico que refleja el recorrido vital y la herencia ancestral que trasciende de generación en generación. En su núcleo, la exposición transmite un mensaje central: honrar la memoria de quienes se han ido y mantenerlos presentes en el corazón, acompañando cada pieza con un breve texto explicativo. Asimismo, el proyecto rescata la sabiduría de nuestras raíces indígenas y busca revitalizar este patrimonio cultural en el seno de la comunidad mexicana actual. Más allá de un homenaje a los difuntos, la iniciativa constituye una vivencia comunitaria que resguarda la memoria colectiva por medio de ofrendas, ritos, expresiones artísticas, muestras gastronómicas, botánica tradicional, narraciones e itinerarios compartidos. Por esta razón, se extiende una cordial invitación a toda la población de San Diego a sumarse y formar parte activa de esta muestra. Por último, las obras logran equilibrar el dolor que acompaña al duelo con el florecimiento de la vida, ofreciendo reflexiones llenas de esperanza y paz que enaltecen el legado histórico del Día de los Muertos. El camino de nuestros ancestros El camino que trazaron nuestros seres queridos nos guía hacia ellos, y que celebramos y honramos con ofrendas y recuerdos cada año. Es el camino que se prepara para recibirlos con flores, luces, fiestas, música, comida, pláticas y recuerdos de momentos felices. El camino es un encuentro para sentir su presencia, viendo cada foto, cada prenda, cada lugar, cada abrazo y cada sonrisa. El camino nos recuerda la vida, el amor y la esperanza. El camino de nuestros ancestros es el hilo que nos une al corazón y a la memoria de quienes se nos adelantaron, pero que por siempre viven en nosotros. The Bonita Museum & Cultural Center on Facebook / Instagram

Migrant children are being held at detention facilities longer than the three-day target set by longstanding government policy despite fewer encounters with families at the U.S.-Mexico border.

The Chicano Block Party is an annual celebration of Chicano art, culture, and community presented by the California Center for the Arts Museum in honor of Chicano Heritage Month in California. Inspired by the exhibitions and artists featured at the Museum, the event brings together artists, musicians, lowrider clubs, community organizations, and visitors for a day of art, music, food, and cultural programming. Event Highlights Lowrider Car Show Presented in collaboration with Lady Lowriders Car Club, the car show celebrates the craftsmanship, creativity, and cultural traditions of lowrider culture. Art Market & Printmaking Fair Browse original artwork, prints, zines, books, apparel, and handmade goods from local artists, publishers, and independent vendors. The Museum Sculpture Courtyard will also feature live printmaking demonstrations and hands-on activities organized in collaboration with the San Diego Printmaking Society. Live Music & DJs Enjoy music throughout the day from local DJs and performers across the campus. Artist Workshops & Demonstrations Participate in hands-on activities and learn directly from artists, printmakers, and community organizations. Live Mural by José Hugo Sánchez Visit the Museum galleries to watch José Hugo Sánchez create a new mural throughout the day as part of his exhibition Amoxtlis. Pop-Up Installations Discover temporary artworks and creative interventions presented throughout the campus by invited artists and community collaborators. California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Facebook / Instagram

A North Carolina teenager is facing murder charges in connection with the Islamic Center shooting in May. We sit down with Imam Taha Hassane to talk about how the community is reacting.

Interested in learning how to archive and care for your personal art collection? Join us for a day of workshops, an artist market, an artist panel, and a resource fair. During the day, join us for printmaking workshops to explore different kinds of printmaking techniques. Support artists in the community and hear how collecting their artworks impacts their work. Learn more about how to care for your collection and see what archives in the area are up to at the resource fair. Resource Fair Booths: Athenaeum Art Center Balboa Art Conservation Burn All Books Chaos Craft Time Logan Library San Diego EMP Scanners Archive Artist Panel: Kalli Arte Isa Ybarra Rafa Barrientos Chicano Park Museum & Cultural Center on Facebook / Instagram

The SAMAHAN Filipino American Performance Arts & Education Center will present its 39th annual Philippine Cultural Arts Festival on the Presidents Way Lawn along Park Boulevard in Balboa Park at 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, August 22 and on Sunday, August 23. Admission is FREE. This beloved community Festival is made possible through generous grant funding from the Dr. Lolita D. Carter Endowment administered by the San Diego Foundation, support from the County of San Diego Supv. District 4, Community Enhancement Program, and contributions from individual donors. Dubbed SamaFest 2026, the festival is a family-oriented celebration centered on cultural heritage, vibrant entertainment and meaningful networking. Held at a strategic, accessible location in Balboa Park, the festival has consistently attracted a large and diverse crowd of park visitors over the years. It offers San Diego locals as well as tourists a welcoming opportunity to discover and appreciate Philippine culture and performing arts through traditional dances and live music. This two-day event showcases vibrant folk and ethnic dances from various regions of the Philippines, performed by the graceful dancers of SAMAHAN Arts and accompanied by the lively sounds of the SAMAHAN Rondalla, Kulintang and Gangsa (gong) Music Ensembles. Each dance and ethnic ritual is brought to life with colorful, beautifully crafted traditional and regional attire, specially worn for each performance. The festivities also feature mainstream entertainment, including contemporary dance numbers, vocal acts by local guest artists, and thrilling martial arts demonstrations. Adding to the experience are visual art displays by local creators, vendors selling handmade crafts, books, and unique goods, along with a mouthwatering selection of Filipino and Asian fusion dishes and desserts, including the ever-popular halo-halo. Samahan Fil-Am Performing Arts on Facebook / Instagram

First, an update surrounding the Islamic Center of San Diego attack from this past May. Next, a new study explores what happens when some teens take a break from their cellphones. Then, we’ll tell you about a new cafe led by a group of women that just opened in Normal Heights. And, we’ll tell you about a type of book that helps parents teach their kids to read.

The Story of the Reed A Journey of Sound, Poetry, and Inner Reflection Organized by: Persian Place in collaboration with the Center for World Music and with support from the City of Carlsbad This program is funded in part by the City of Carlsbad’s Cultural Arts Office. Saturday, August 29, 2026 from 6–7:30 p.m. Venue: Carlsbad Auditorium: Address: 1775 Dove Lane, Carlsbad, CA 92011 About the Experience Inspired by the opening verses of Rumi’s Masnavi, The Story of the Reed is an immersive, multi-sensory experience weaving together the haunting sound of the ney, poetry in Persian and English, theatrical expression, and live Persian calligraphy. The reed flute (ney)—hollow yet filled with song—has long symbolized the human soul’s longing to return to its divine source. Its voice reminds us that emptiness can become a doorway to transformation. Through music, movement, and the written word, audiences are invited to journey inward—beyond listening, into feeling. This is not simply a performance, but a shared moment of reflection: an invitation to pause, reconnect, and remember the stillness and wisdom within. On a summer evening, we gather to experience longing, beauty, and belonging, discovering how what feels lost on the outside can become light within. Featuring: Mohammad Khodadadi – Internationally acclaimed ney player and composer, bridging Persian and Western classical traditions. Dr. Yasaman Mostajeran – Persian calligraphy artist and psychotherapist, exploring word, sound, and silence. Dr. Nadia Thalji – Psychologist and artistic director, weaving cultural memory, emotion, and transformation. Lucia Herlinda – Award-winning Middle Eastern and Flamenco fusion dancer, bringing movement and storytelling to life. https://persianplace.org/

The city of San Diego has a budget deficit. Meanwhile, new reporting shows that a tennis center is paying $50 a month for acres of beachfront property.