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"I didn't want to say immediately it was me," fifteen-year-old Pedro Elias Garzon Delvaux said. "With this photo there is a mystery, so you have to make it last."

Local artists and galleries in El Cajon are coming together to host the 14th Annual Alley Cat Art Walk. This free, family-friendly event promises fine art, live entertainment, boutique vendors, and more along Main Street and Rea Avenue. Hosted by the art galleries, studios, museums, and small businesses in the historic Downtown El Cajon district, the Art Walk is a yearly celebration of the city’s flourishing creative scene. Along with special gallery shows, attendees can explore interactive art displays, artisanal craft booths while enjoying live music, beer on tap, and other entertainment. With all venues within walking distance, it’s easy to shop, discover new artists, and take in the range of artistic styles and mediums. Arts Alley will have many exciting new exhibits on display for the event. A highlight will be Sophie’s Gallery’s latest show "Passageways: Sea Life," which explores ocean life and experiences living by the coast, with pieces made from donated, upcycled and reimagined materials. The show includes mosaic fish and seascapes, beaded sea creature sculptures, wooden buoy wind chimes, aquatic-inspired accessories, and more. More must-sees down Arts Alley include "Summer Triptych" at SC Fine Art & Framing, an immersive exhibit featuring three distinct artistic voices exploring nature, social connectivity, and speculative futures. The Olaf Wieghorst Museum will display "The Etchings of Olaf Wieghorst," 27 original etchings from 1937-1940, including one original etching plate. The museum is also sponsoring the Alley Cat Art Walk Passport, highlighting participating businesses and galleries. Once attendees visit each business and get their Passport stamped by all, they can return to the museum to enter a raffle to win a special Olaf Wieghorst print. Other special exhibits include Bronze Sculptures at White Sage Gallery, Animal Portraits & Paint Parties at Rich Artist Studio, "Resilient Spirits" by Charlene Mosley at East County Art Association, and Eiffel Tower Paintings by Sophie’s Artists at Rob's BrewPoint. With its murals, galleries, restaurants, and charm, Downtown El Cajon offers the perfect setting for this community art celebration. St. Madeleine Sophie's Center on Facebook / Instagram

The San Diego International Film Festival is a 501c.3 non-profit arts and education organization that provides a year-round global narrative through film screenings, as well as a world-renowned annual Film Festival each October. Night of the Stars: A Celebration of Cinematic Excellence takes place Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025 at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, La Jolla - get tickets Visit: https://sdfilmfest.com/ San Diego International Film Festival on Instagram and Facebook

The Native American Heritage Festival is a free, vibrant community event full of family-friendly entertainment and activities for all ages to enjoy. Music, movement, food, storytelling and art are on full display through a packed lineup of shows, hands-on cultural and art booths, food vendors and more. Hosted by the Native Youth Foundation, the inaugural Native American Heritage Festival is bringing together tribes across Southern California to honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day and celebrate Native voices that are bolstering creativity and connection in the community. RUN OF SHOW: 10–10:15 a.m. – Opening prayer with Raymond Belardes III 10:15–10:30 a.m. – Escondido Mayor Dane White 10:30–10:50 a.m. – San Pasqual Bird Singers 10:50–11:10 a.m. – Kumeyaay Boogie 11:10–11:30 a.m. – Campo Bird Singers 11:30–11:50 a.m. – Hip-hop artist: Blue Eagle Music (Viejas) 11:50 a.m.–12 p.m. – Hip Hop Youth 12–12:20 p.m. – Rez Runner 12:20–12:35 p.m. – ITS Dreamcatcher Cheerleaders 12:35–12:50 p.m. – Awards with Mayor Jim Desmond & City of Escondido 12:50–1 p.m. – Laurie Gonzalez Rincon Tribal Council 1–1:15 p.m. – La Jolla Generations 1:15–1:30 p.m. – Bud with Cupa Culture Center 1:30–2 p.m. – STAR Powwow Dancers 2–2:15 p.m. – Siyowin speaking on MMIP 2:15–2:35 p.m. – Kupa Song & Dance 2:35–3:15 p.m. – Wyley & Wynter Clay 3:15–4 p.m. – Tracy Lee Nelson & The Native Blues Band 4–5 p.m. – Native youth fashion show with Native Nexus Future Leaders, House of Birds, Worn and Reborn, Native Fits, Paipa, Tiffany Wolfe & Rebekah Jarvey Native Youth Foundation on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for "In the Dark" at the University of San Diego's La Gran Terraza for an unforgettable evening where you’ll immerse yourself in art you can touch, music you can feel, and a unique dining experience. Pre-Event Time | 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Arrive early for an intimate pre-event experience. Spend time with the artists, observing their creative process and engaging in conversation as they work. Enjoy light refreshments in this relaxed, interactive setting. This prelude enriches your evening, setting the stage for the immersive experiences to follow. Pre-Event Add-on : $25 Event Time | 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. The main event invites you to an unforgettable dining experience where every dish tells a story, featuring vivid descriptions, tantalizing aromas, and exquisite flavors that will delight your palate. As the evening unfolds, enjoy captivating storytelling, lively dancing, and thoughtful gifting, creating a rich tapestry of moments that engage all your senses. Join us for a night you won't want to miss! Regular Ticket Price: $125 * If you are a member of the blind or low vision community, or if you are a friend or family member of someone in that community, please reach out to the event organizer at 619-433-4493 for details about community pricing. The proceeds will primarily support USD's Engineering Exchange for Social Justice, which connects engineering students and leaders from the blind community to create technologies and services that improve independence and quality of life for individuals with visual impairments. Additionally, a portion of the proceeds will be allocated to Gifted Back to expand their program, including a service designed to assist blind or low-vision individuals who want to travel. This function will be co-sponsored by the University of San Diego’s Engineering Exchange for Social Justice, and Mulvaney Center for Community, Awareness and Social Action; along with GiftedBack.

In this six-week course, students will explore the fundamentals of sculpture and design while working hands-on with clay. Students will learn how to transform a lump of clay into a variety of forms, culminating in a final project that showcases their skills. Ceramics offers a multi-sensory learning experience that supports different learning styles and encourages problem-solving, fine motor development, and confidence through experimentation and revision. Along the way, students will also strengthen collaboration, critical thinking, and an appreciation for creativity, culture, and community. Visit: https://www.hisawyer.com/artreach/schedules/activity-set/1605045?day=2025-09-17&view=cal&source=activity-schedule ArtReach San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Come celebrate the opening night of the Solento Surf Festival Art Exhibit and check out works from Andy Davis and more. With works from multiple artists across different mediums, live music, food and drinks the SSF art exhibit will bridge the gap of traditional surf culture and art. Solento Surf Festival on Instagram

Comic-Con Museum stays open late on October 6. Operating hours 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., with a panel discussion with professional wrestler Thunder Rosa 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. in the theater. Panel Information: "Diplomacy and Lucha Libre: Same Battles, Different Arenas" As part of the exhibit "Sangre, Sudor y Mito: The Art and Tradition of Mexican Lucha Libre," the multifaceted Mexican-American professional wrestler Thunder Rosa and the Consul General of Mexico in San Diego, Alicia Kerber, will hold a conversation about the challenges that Mexican women face in careers as different as professional wrestlers and career diplomats. The history of Mexican luchadoras as part of the lucha libre universe was neglected and overlooked, with female matches being banned for more than 30 years. Similarly, Mexican women diplomats have faced discrimination through the years, with fewer opportunities and unbalanced representation. Based on their personal experiences, the speakers will talk about the ways they have overcome obstacles. Comic-Con International on Facebook / Instagram

On display NOW, over 60 ambidextrous artworks, photos, educational graphics, and street art by Jim Houliston are inspired by history's greatest Thinkers, Creatives, and Athletes showcasing brain and body dual-dominance (aka ambidexterity). Learn in this exhibit what made Leonardo da Vinci, Benjamin Franklin, Lebron James, Jimi Hendrix, Rodney Mullen and more, so physically and mentally unique. Find out what Neuroscience (as well as Kinesiology and Education) is missing in Peak Performance and Longevity from the study of Mirror Movement Development (MMD). You'll also learn how to practice and experience the benefits of MMD yourself. Meet the artist-educator at his book signing and closing reception event on Tuesday, September 30. Jim's book, "BIG3MMD: History's Ambidextrous and the Benefits of Mirror Movement Development."(MMD), is the world's first symmetric book (written both "forwards and backwards" in mirrored and traditional directions). Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/possible-program-case-hours-reduction-454134

Mexican Independence Day Celebration Saturday, September 13, 2025 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Globe's outdoor Copley Plaza Enjoy an exciting lineup of local artists and cultural offerings including performances by Mariachi Continental SD, DanzArts, Radical Ensamble, Tato Monraz and Ricardo Arredondo, Música del Barrio, and Los Charros de Rancho del Sol de San Ysidro. We are honored to celebrate this event with the Mexican Consulate in San Diego with a special guest appearance of Ambassador Alicia Kerber, Consul General of Mexico in San Diego, to commemorate this day by reciting “El Grito”, followed by a sing-along of the National Anthem. Hosts include Rudy Acosta and Myrel Soto. AXIS is produced by Family and Cross-cultural Programs Manager Valeria Vega. Schedule: 10:45 a.m.: Música del Barrio pre-show music 11:00 a.m.: Welcome with hosts Rudy Acosta and Myrel Soto11:05 a.m.: Mariachi Continental SD music performance #1 11:22 a.m.: DanzArts folklorico dance performance #1 11:34 a.m.: Radican Ensamble choir/music performance 12:00 p.m.: Los Charros de Rancho del Sol de San Ysidro live music and charro dance performance 12:16 p.m.: Música del Barrio DJ set and dance break 12:27 p.m.: Tato Monraz and Ricardo Arredondo live music performance 12:43 p.m. DanzArts folklorico dance performance #2 12:57 p.m.: “El Grito” with special guest appearance of Ambassador Alicia Kerber, Consul General of Mexico in San Diego1:07 p.m.: Mariachi Continental SD music performance #2 1:17 p.m.: DanzArts folklorico dance performance #3 1:25 p.m.: Música del Barrio DJ Set 1:30 p.m. Event ends _____________________________________ Celebración de la Independencia de México Sábado 13 de septiembre de 2025 11:00 a.m. a 1:30 p.m. Plaza Copley en el teatro Old Globe, ubicado en Parque Balboa La serie de eventos AXIS presenta la Celebración de la Independencia de México, con una emocionante cartelera de artistas locales y ofertas culturales incluyendo a Mariachi Continental SD, DanzArts, Radical Ensamble, Tato Monraz y Ricardo Arredondo, Música del Barrio, y Los Charros de Rancho del Sol de San Ysidro. Con la participación especial de la Embajadora Alicia Kerber, Cónsul General de México en San Diego, quién recitará “El Grito” seguido de un canto del Himno Nacional. Los maestros de ceremonias incluyen a Rudy Acosta y Myrel Soto. AXIS es producido por Valeria Vega, Coordinadora de programas familiares y culturales. Programa: 10:45 a.m.: Música del Barrio pre-show music 11:00 a.m.: Welcome with hosts Rudy Acosta and Myrel Soto11:05 a.m.: Mariachi Continental SD music performance #1 11:22 a.m.: DanzArts folklorico dance performance #1 11:34 a.m.: Radican Ensamble choir/music performance 12:00 p.m.: Los Charros de Rancho del Sol de San Ysidro live music and charro dance performance 12:16 p.m.: Música del Barrio DJ set and dance break 12:27 p.m.: Tato Monraz and Ricardo Arredondo live music performance 12:43 p.m. DanzArts folklorico dance performance #2 12:57 p.m.: “El Grito” with special guest appearance of Ambassador Alicia Kerber, Consul General of Mexico in San Diego1:07 p.m.: Mariachi Continental SD music performance #2 1:17 p.m.: DanzArts folklorico dance performance #3 1:25 p.m.: Música del Barrio DJ Set 1:30 p.m. Event ends The Old Globe on Facebook / Instagram