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The film industry is in full awards season frenzy. Here are some films to watch that deserve attention.

Open Studio at the Athenaeum Art Center invites local printmakers and artists to utilize the equipment and space in the printmaking studio. Prior knowledge in printmaking and equipment familiarity is required as open studio time is not for learning a new printmaking process or one on one lessons. The Athenaeum Art Center offers printmaking courses throughout the year for those wanting to learn a new craft or wanting to enhance their art practice. Open Studio is free for everyone. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Gather for a lively storytime in the MOPA@SDMA Dammeyer Gallery, surrounded by the vibrant artwork of Cat Chiu. Families are invited to enjoy engaging storytelling, songs, and readings of beloved children’s books in a space where art and literature meet. Listen to stories at 10:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. alongside Cat Chiu’s quilt-inspired installations made from children’s book jackets. This imaginative setting celebrates creativity, memory, and play. No reservation required. Museum of Photographic Arts at The San Diego Museum of Art on Instagram

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Halloween punk, "Rent," printmaking, wearable art, a Día de Muertos procession and more.

Exploring Identity: Integrating Art & Ethnic Studies This dynamic professional development session is designed for all educators, not just art teachers, who are seeking innovative ways to meet California’s new Ethnic Studies graduation requirement. Exploring the Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum theme of Identity, participants will explore how visual art can serve as a powerful tool to deepen students' understanding and enhance learning outcomes. Aligned with the National Core Art Standards, this session equips educators with contemporary art resources, creative techniques, and adaptable project ideas that can be seamlessly integrated into various subjects. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to foster student engagement, promote cultural awareness, and build a stronger sense of community in any classroom. ArtReach: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Thousands of men in California are neither working nor in school. Gov. Gavin Newsom has called it a “crisis,” both for the labor market and for men’s mental health.

Annual exhibition of woven work by members of the San Diego Creative Weavers Guild at the Escondido Arts Partnership Municipal Gallery, from October 11 to October 31, 2025. Note the gallery hours are Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit: https://sdcwg.org/exhibits.html San Diego Creative Weavers on Instagram and Facebook

First, a new detox center in downtown is being heralded as a first of its kind for the county. Next, a change.org petition having to do with the county’s animal shelter has over 2,000 signatures. Then, a group of scientists are looking for solutions to the air quality problems at the Salton Sea. Finally, San Diego International Airport’s new Terminal 1 is an unlikely art museum.

Step behind the scenes for a rare opportunity to explore The San Diego Museum of Art’s private library. Celebrate Book Month with a rare chance to explore the literary heart of the Museum. Browse hundreds of art books, view selected rare titles up close, and take home a book (or several!) from our free book cart. San Diego Public Library will also be on-site, offering free library cards for those who want to explore the libraries of San Diego even further. Perfect for art lovers, bookworms, and the curious at heart. The San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram