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This year’s Encinitas Holiday Parade theme is Peace by the Pacific, celebrating the joyful, laid-back spirit of our beachside town. The theme captures the coastal vibe of Encinitas as relaxed, full of good energy, and uniquely ours. Parade night will bring friends, families, and neighbors together to celebrate peace, fun, and the season, with entries that reflect creativity, culture, and connection to our coastal community. City of Encinitas on Facebook / Instagram

Express lanes are open to solo drivers willing to pay a toll, while carpoolers can use them for free or at a discount. Today, traffic in the HOV lanes is often as bad as the rest of the freeway.

Rodney Carrington is a multi-talented comedian, actor, singer and writer playing sold-out shows around the world as one of the top 10 highest-grossing touring comedians for the past two decades. A platinum-recording artist, Rodney’s recorded eight major record label comedy albums, followed by three albums on his own record label, Laughter’s Good Records. Rodney is fresh off the release of his latest album, “Get Em Out,” (released 2019) which hit #1 on iTunes. His album “Here Comes the Truth” (released 2017) climbed to #3 on the comedy charts, accruing tens of millions of streams on Spotify and even spawned a Netflix special. Rodney broke through with his major label comedy CD debut “Hangin’ With Rodney” in 1998. The next few years saw nine more Top 10 comedy albums: Live, Morning Wood, Nutsack, Greatest Hits, King of the Mountains, El Nino Loco, C’mon Laugh You Bastards, Laughter’s Good and The Hits, all of which continue to receive radio airplay and regularly place on the national comedy charts. “Hangin’ With Rodney” and “Morning Wood” earned RIAA gold record certification, and his Greatest Hits (a double CD) album reached platinum status. Rodney also released “Make it Christmas” which features his original song “Camouflage and Christmas Lights,” a tribute to our military. Rodney also added “author” to his list of accomplishments with the release of his book “Rodney Carrington, Coming Clean” published by Hatchette Books. Over the years, he’s starred in his own TV sitcom, “Rodney”, which ran for two seasons on ABC, co-wrote and co-starred with Toby Keith in the feature film, “Beer for My Horses,” which won the Tex Ritter Award from the ACM, and starred in his own Netflix special “Here Comes The Truth.” Rodney’s also appeared on countless other TV shows, including the ACA (American Country Awards), hosting the American Country New Year’s Eve Live show on FOX, and won “Supporting Character of the Year” from the CMT Music Video Awards for his appearance on the Trace Adkins’ music video “I Got My Game On.” Rodney is fresh off the release of his latest single, “Let Me In,” (released) October 15, 2021) and is gearing up for a brand new tour in 2024! Mature Audiences ONLY! Rodney Carrington on Facebook / Instagram California Center for the Arts: Escondido on Facebook / Instagram

The Giant Dipper in Belmont — along with the park itself — has been through some good, and a lot of bad, times. But after a century, it stands stronger than ever.

The San Diego Arab Film Festival presents the classic Iranian film "The Survivor" directed by Seifollah Dad. The film is set in Haifa and illustrates the experiences of Palestinians under Israeli occupation. It is based on the Ghassan Kanafani novel "Returning to Haifa." Starring Jamal Soliman, Alaa El Din Koksh and Salma Al-Masri, this historical drama tells the story of a Palestinian grandmother who returns to Haifa to find out what happened to her grandson who was separated from his parents when they were forced to leave their home when Israel took control of Haifa. The screening will take place at 7 p.m., October 18, at the Museum of Photographic Arts at the San Diego Museum of Art in Balboa Park. A traditional Palestinian dinner (served cafeteria style) will be available for purchase. Options include Musakan (baked chicken with salted onions, olive oil and sumac) and Mujadara (vegetarian dish of lentils and rice with caramelized onions and plain yogurt). San Diego Arab Film Festival on Facebook / Instagram

Featuring an innovative mix of songs, feathers, and fun, Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical– based on Mo Wilems’s beloved book– is sure to get everyone’s wings flapping. Visit: 'Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!' The Musical ArtPower at UC San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Escape to paradise with this relaxing tropical beach scene. You’ll paint rolling turquoise waves, golden sand, and a breezy palm tree swaying under a blue sky. Easy-to-follow steps make this painting perfect for both beginners and seasoned artists. This class will be held inside our studio. Must be 21+ to attend classes. All ID's will be checked at the door. Drinks are sold separately. Outside alcohol is NOT permitted. For outdoor or indoor registrations, 48 hours or more before class time is required for a full refund. You also have the option to put the paid value of reservation "On Hold" to be used later. From 24-48 hours before class time the reservation paid value can be transferred to another class. Loss of payment will occur for "no shows" or a cancellation with less than 24 hours notice. Visit: https://www.pinotspalette.com/libertystation/event/886703 Pinots Palette on Instagram and Facebook

Newsom argues Oz's claims are baseless and racially charged, harming Armenian businesses. Oz, linked to the Trump administration, has not commented.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine said Iran objectives will “take time” and involve “difficult ... work.” They did not say when operations might end.

Set on the Brooklyn waterfront, Arthur Miller’s searing classic follows longshoreman Eddie Carbone, whose devotion to his niece Catherine turns dangerously possessive when two immigrant cousins arrive seeking a new life in America. As love, jealousy, and pride collide, Eddie’s world unravels in a powerful story of desire, loyalty, and the limits of honor. By Arthur Miller Directed by Walter Allen Bennett Tickets: $18 General | $14 Seniors/Military/Educators | $10 Students Grossmont College Theatre Arts on Instagram