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An un-boo-lievable evening filled with spine-tingling excitement and eerie-sistible entertainment. Comic-Con Museum® and Funko founder Mike Becker have teamed up again and invite you to celebrate Halloween and Día de los Muertos with us on Saturday, November 2, from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. This (Costume Party) event features: - Raffle drawings to win one-of-a-kind, oversized Funko prototypes' - Costume contest with special prizes: Funniest, Scariest, and Best in Show - Frightmaker Mike presentation: “Frightening Fun Foods” - Trick-or-treating for awesome prizes - World-class exhibit of 1970s vintage costumes and masks from Mike Becker’s exclusive personal collection. - Spooky jams by DJ Chino - Heavy appetizers, beer, wine, and soft drinks. One drink ticket included with the event ticket, and additional drinks are available for purchase. - Museum gift shop: Halloween-themed items for sale, original art, and exclusive museum merchandise Visit: Mask-O-Raid IV

Following January’s incredible full-house 2nd Anniversary show, Songwriter Sanctuary returns on Friday, February 28 with a new lineup featuring Rebecca Jade, Ash the Author, and Nubella Honey performing in the round. Songwriter Sanctuary is hosted by the legendary Jeff Berkley and Normal Heights United. (4650 Mansfield St. Suggested Donation $10. All ages. Doors 6:30 p.m., Music 7 p.m.) About the Artists Rebecca Jade is an award-winning R&B, soul, and jazz artist whose accolades include multiple San Diego Music Awards and performances with legends like Sheila E. and Sir Elton John. Ash the Author paints true school golden age hip-hop lyrics and thoughtful musings over soulful and jazzy palates. The blend between airy crooning and gritty wordplay are a testament to his upbringing: his time in Chicago bringing out the clever, reflective and sometimes sensitive lyrics and his time in California allowing a funky, carefree side to surface. Get lost in the vibes and storytelling of a true author. (-SofarSounds) Nubella Honey is a Nigerian-born singer-songwriter whose rich, soulful vocals glide over funk-infused grooves. With notable appearances at Sofar Sounds and San Diego Pride, she brings a nostalgic yet fresh sound to every stage. Event Details Date: Friday, Feb. 28, 2025. Doors 6:30 p.m., Show 7-9 p.m. Location: Normal Heights United Church, 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego, CA 92116 All Ages are welcome, but we do not censor artists, so please review scheduled artists and make the best decision for your family. Suggested Donation: $10 (all ages), but please be generous in your support of these top-tier talents. All donations go to artists. No one turned away for lack of funds. Songwriter Sanctuary alumni artists are welcome as our guests. Food/Drink: Available for small purchase, thanks to partners at Normal Heights United and sponsors Duck Foot Brewing Company. Guests are also welcome to bring in outside food and drink. Please respectfully eat and dispose of waste. Accessibility: For venue accessibility requests, contact Molly Lorden at molly(at)nhunited(dot)org. Remaining 2025 Season Schedule *subject to change March 28 The Wellsprings Aly Rowell Justin John Rodriguez April 25 Mandi Miller Kaylee Daugherty Brittany Taylor May 30 Surrija The Lovebirds Jonesy Jones June 27 - LGBTQ Pride Show! Lily Wecks Kimiko In Mazes July 25 The Bella Lunas Espi Miranda Ramos August 29 Claire King Hailey Wetzel Lexi Pulido September 26 Joe Summers Grainne Hunt Helena Holleran October 24 Shea Givens Kevin Cooper Anthony Cullins December 5 - Holiday Edition! JT Moring Cara Cormier David Beldock and Peggy Watson For inquiries, media comps, or further information, please contact: Lindsay White / lindsaywhite.music@gmail.com

Discover the artists of the Oceanside International Film Festival at the Brooks Theater Gallery (217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside, California)! Enjoy light refreshments, ambient music, and a live artist creating a new piece, all surrounded by a Gallery filled with surf posters, photography, and paintings that celebrate the theme. This free event is open to all, and families are welcome to drop in on Friday, February 7, between 5:30 – 8 p.m.

Sudanese paramilitary group the Rapid Support Forces has claimed it has taken control of famine-hit Zamzam camp, after days of deadly fighting in the Darfur region.

Explore the science behind a plant-based diet and how it can improve our health and the planet’s too. Learn how people are losing weight, reducing their risk of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer with the power of plant-based foods. Taste-test a variety of food products and take home valuable resources that will inspire you to continue exploring and enjoying the many health and environmental benefits of choosing plant-based foods.

Join American Me Comedy: Wednesday, February 12, 8 p.m., at the historic La Jolla Comedy Store for an evening of laughs to benefit San Diego based pet therapy group, Love On A Leash®. Jason Rogers and Stefani N. Von Huben are bringing together a hilarious line-up of comics including: Host: Jason Rogers, Headliner: Kris Tinkle, Ali Malik, Kimbles Hume, Phil Morris and Max Kestenbaum. It's going to be a fun night of comedy for a cause in support of Love on a Leash®. Tickets may be purchased online: https://www.showclix.com/event/american-me-lj-212- Tickets are $20 and there is a 2 drink minimum per person (non alcoholic drinks available). Ages 21+ with VALID ID, if you have a foreign ID, you also need a passport! Proceeds from tickets sales will be donated to Love on a Leash®: a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing an avenue for volunteer teams to engage in meaningful and productive animal assisted therapy. The mission of Love on a Leash® is committed to bringing comfort, happiness, and healing to people through pet therapy. Come share this special one-nite comedy event, February 12, as we stand up for Love On A Leash®! With your support, we can make an impact on our San Diego community and together change lives one laugh and leash at a time!

Morgiane, perhaps the oldest opera by a Black American, finally receives its full public performance, shedding light on the forgotten heyday of opera in New Orleans.

Hustler rappers like Gunn traffic in street tales that feel larger than life. That doesn't mean they're not "real."

From the KPBS arts newsletter: The San Diego Asian Film Festival celebrates 25 years this year, and in addition to an excellent lineup of films, there are several free programs. With "Free Films at 4," any weekday 4 p.m. screening is free (these are all shorts programs). The high school program, Reel Voices, also holds a free screening Nov. 10. Plus, all high school-aged youth and younger are free for all screenings, if tickets are still available at the door. The festival runs Nov. 7-16 at Regal Edwards Mira Mesa, San Diego Natural History Museum and MOPA@SDMA. $12-$215. —Julia Dixon Evans from the organizers: The San Diego Asian Film Festival (SDAFF) is San Diego’s premier film showcase of Asian American and international cinema. Founded in 2000, the festival has grown to become the largest exhibition of Asian cinema in the western United States, and has showcased everything from future classics like Bong Joon-ho’s Memories of Murder (US Premiere) to luminary independent work like Patrick Wang’s award-winning In the Family (North American Premiere). Each year, the festival brings West Coast, North American, and World premieres of films from around the world to San Diego and gives audiences unique opportunities to discover international cinema. This year, the 25th edition of SDAFF will showcase 170+ films from 35+ countries, in 35+ languages from November 7-16, 2024. More information: View the schedule here View the films and trailers by section here View the special event listings here

In 2019, Louisiana's fourth graders ranked 50th in the country for reading. Now, they're 16th. Here's how the state, and one rural district, pulled it off.