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Bach Collegium San Diego (BCSD), one of the country's leading baroque ensembles, opens its 2026–27 season with Salzburg Connections, pairing two towering figures of the Salzburg musical world: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Michael Haydn. Best known for the luminous "Laudate Dominum," Mozart's "Vesperae solennes de confessore," K. 339, exemplifies a devotional radiance, while Michael Haydn's Requiem in C minor, "Missa pro defuncto Archiepiscopo Sigismundo," MH 155, embodies an expressive intensity. Together, they present a compelling contrast of elegance and emotional gravity. The program closes with Mozart's beloved "Ave verum corpus," K. 618. Repertoire Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — "Vesperae solennes de confessore," K. 339 Michael Haydn — Requiem in C minor, "Missa pro defuncto Archiepiscopo Sigismundo," MH 155 Mozart — "Ave verum corpus," K. 618 Soloists Sherezade Panthaki, soprano Cecilia Duarte, mezzo-soprano James Reese, tenor Tyler Duncan, baritone Bach Collegium San Diego engages audiences with accessible, historically informed performances and educational programs featuring repertoire from the Renaissance, Baroque, and early Classical eras. The ensemble was founded in 2003 by Artistic Director Ruben Valenzuela to diversify the musical offerings of the San Diego community. WHEN: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 7 p.m. | The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center | 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla, CA 92037 Sunday, October 18, 2026, 4 p.m. | All Souls' Episcopal Church | 1475 Catalina Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107 Bach Collegium San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

In this episode of Port of Entry, recorded live at the KPBS San Diego Book Festival, poet and journalist Adolfo Guzman-Lopez reflects on growing up between Tijuana and San Diego and turning those experiences and memories into his book "California Southern: Writing from the Road, 1992–2025."

This immersive session blends the vibrations of crystal singing bowls with the guided meditation of Yoga Nidra. Sound Bath + Yoga Nidra San Diego Experience a deeply restorative Sound Bath + Yoga Nidra San Diego designed to help you unwind, reset your nervous system, and reconnect with yourself in a calm, supportive space. This immersive session blends the healing vibrations of crystal singing bowls with the guided meditation of Yoga Nidra, creating a powerful experience for stress relief, emotional balance, and deep rest. What is Yoga Nidra? Yoga Nidra, also known as “yogic sleep,” is a guided meditation practice that brings you into a state between wakefulness and sleep. While your body fully relaxes, your mind remains gently aware. During Yoga Nidra, you’ll be guided through breath awareness, body scanning, and visualization techniques that help: • Calm the nervous system • Reduce stress and anxiety • Improve sleep quality • Support emotional healing and clarity It’s often said that one hour of Yoga Nidra can feel like several hours of sleep, making it one of the most effective practices for deep restoration. What to Expect You’ll be comfortably supported as you lie down and are guided through Yoga Nidra, followed by a soothing sound bath using crystal singing bowls and other instruments. The vibrations help quiet the mind and bring your body into a deeply relaxed, meditative state. No prior meditation or sound bath experience is necessary. Simply arrive, get comfortable, and receive. What’s Included • Yoga beds • Pillows, blankets, bolsters • Water and tea Everything is provided for your comfort. Location The Meditation Nook – Kearny Mesa, San Diego 4710 Ruffner St, Suite C San Diego, CA 92111 Free parking available in front of The Meditation Nook and along Ruffner Street. Reserve Your Spot Spots are limited and sound bath events in San Diego often fill in advance. Reserve your space today and give yourself the gift of deep rest and renewal. Stay Connected Follow for weekly San Diego sound bath and meditation events: @savvy_staci @the.meditation.nook

An expert on political violence and extremism said online echo chambers radicalize youth, leading to violent attacks like the San Diego mosque shooting. Kids who've experienced trauma and social isolation are most at risk.

5 p.m. – Meet, Greet & Eat 6 p.m. – Free Dance Lesson 6:30 p.m. – Social Dancing Join us in the park for an evening of connection, music, and dance featuring a free beginner workshop led by Michelle and Latin sounds by DJ Pat. This gathering is all about creating community, building friendships, and growing the queer Latin dance scene in San Diego. Whether you’ve never danced before or already love Latin dance, this is a welcoming space to move, learn, and connect with others through Salsa, Bachata, and other Latin dance styles all while getting some sun and fresh air. Our hope is to encourage more queer folks to try dancing, explore a fun and empowering activity, and build connections from local socials to dance events across the country, or internationally. You can choose to lead (initiate movements) or follow (respond to movements) no gender roles or expectations required. Suggested Items to Bring - A dish to share with 4–6 people - A blanket or portable chair - Reusable plates, cups, and utensils if possible OR - A suggested donation of $10 (Please contribute whatever feels comfortable.) No Partner or Dance Experience Needed We’ll cover: - Basic steps - Turns - Simple partner combinations Be sure to RSVP - spread the word and come dance with us. https://queerlatindance.com/Events Queer Latin Dance on TikTok / Instagram

En este episodio de Port of Entry, el poeta y periodista Adolfo Guzmán-López recuerda cómo fue crecer entre Tijuana y San Diego y cómo convirtió esas experiencias y memorias en su libro California Southern: Writing from the Road, 1992–2025.

In the spirit of Italian Heritage Month, Galbani® Bella Vita Fest celebrates Italian culture with chalk art, Italian wine, food and music – all in the heart of San Diego’s Little Italy. More than 40-plus expert chalk artists, depicting Italian themes, will line the streets of Little Italy, with live Italian music, La Cucina Galbani Cooking Stage with Chef Marco Sciortino, Italian merchants and Italian food for purchase. Plus, Italian winemakers will be offering tastings, via Vicolo del Vino. Bella Vita gives attendees the opportunity to sip on over 10 different wines sourced from different regions in Italy in the Giardino del Vino, with 5- and 12-taste ticket options. Advance wine tickets can be purchased on the ArtWalk San Diego website – 5-taste wine ticket is $25, while the 12-taste wine ticket is $55. Bella Vita Fest is an all-ages event, and free to attend. Bring the whole famiglia to enjoy the sights, sounds and flavors of everything Italiano! October is Italian Heritage month, and the festival celebrates the tradition of street painting which began in 16th century Italy with traveling artists, many of whom had been brought into the cities to work on the cathedrals. When the work was done, they would often recreate the paintings of “Madonna” on the pavement; they became known as Madonnari. Street painting thrives today in festivals throughout the world. Street painters prefer this temporary performance art form that is created live before the eyes on the asphalt. For more information on Bella Vita Fest, please visit www.bellavitafest.com.

For four days, San Diego becomes the epicenter of pop culture. We sit down with local journalists, a podcast host, and San Diego-bred comic artists to talk about how pop culture continues to bind fans and creators alike.

Composting with worms, also known as vermicomposting, has benefits for everyone, whether you want to divert kitchen scraps from the landfill, compost in small spaces, or create a natural fertilizer for your plants. In-ground worm composting is especially suited to San Diego County’s climate and is more resilient to the temperature extremes we face, especially during dry, hot months. Join us at the Julian Library to learn how to start and maintain a happy home for red wiggler worms. All pre-registered attendees who are residents of unincorporated San Diego County can receive a free kitchen scraps container. In this workshop, we will cover: - Benefits of composting with worms - Benefits of using an in-ground worm bin - Tools, materials, and steps to start an in-ground worm bin - How to feed your worms and which foods are suitable - Troubleshooting and maintaining all worm bin styles - Harvesting and using finished castings Benefits of in-ground vermicomposting include: - Greater resistance to temperature extremes - Increased soil aeration in garden beds - Save money on purchased worm castings and soil amendments - Lower your contribution to landfills - Increase soil health & soil microbiome - Increase water retention in soil Solana Center for Environmental Innovation on Facebook / Instagram

More than 300 pets were adopted at the San Diego Humane Society this weekend during Clear the Shelters Day, in which all adoption fees were waived.