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The Library's Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 9 to October 3. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On October 16, we will have Irina Bessonova on the piano. This concert is free to attend thanks to the support of the City of Coronado and the Friends of the Coronado Public Library. Seating is first come, first seated and doors will open at 12:45 p.m. Russian-born Irina Bessonova is an accomplished pianist who has performed throughout Europe, Russia, and Ukraine. Winner of the “Lysenko Competition” in Ukraine, Irina has performed extensively in Ukraine as a soloist and has accompanied a number of famous Ukrainian singers, such as Victor Sportko, Lina Prochorova, and Tatiana Russova. Ms. Bessonova’s talent was recognized early: she began studying music at age four at the National Music School for Gifted Children. She received instruction from the famous pianist Ariadna Lysenko. She graduated from Kiev State Conservatory with a Master of Arts degree in Piano, Ensemble Performance, Accompaniment and Piano Pedagogy. Ms. Bessonova was employed by the Glier College of Music in Kiev, Ukraine, for 15 years where she served as a piano teacher and leading accompanist, until she moved with her family to San Diego in 2002. In the US, she has continued her career as a piano soloist, accompanist, and teacher. She performs regularly in San Diego and Los Angeles, often accompanying great singers such as the soloists Nikolai Gutorovich and Lydia Zacharenko of the “Musical Theater of Stanislavsky”; Aleksandr Agamirzov, laureate of New York Voice Competition; Susana Poretsky, a soloist for the Metropolitan and the San Diego Opera; and Larisa Tetuev, a soloist for the Israel Opera; famous violinist Irina Tseitlin, the winner of many competitions; and the famous cellist Gayana Mndolyan. She has also performed with the soloist of Frankfurt Society Orchestra, Serge Walter, the winner of the Wieniawski Competition. She has also worked with the Small Opera of San Diego as a recital accompanist, as well as participated in an International production of the Broadway Musical “Thief,” a production based on the music of the Russian composer Vladimir Shainsky. Mrs. Bessonova has also worked at the San Diego Academy of Ballet, and serves as a teacher and accompanist at the California Institute of Music of San Diego. Ms. Bessonova has participated in numerous concerts: Talents of San Diego (organized by the Russian community), Concert of Russian Romances and Songs, the California Foundation for the International Global Arts, City of Solana Beach, American German Society, the Polish Art and Culture Society of San Diego, and the Central Library of San Diego. Ms. Bessonova is a member of the Music Teacher Association of California (MTAC) and prepares students regularly for certified MTAC competitions and events. Her student, Ami Liu, became a winner of the International Piano Competition in San Jose, and went on to become a winner of the USA Open Piano Competition in Oakland.

Meanwhile, at Little Fish Comic Book Studio… As always, you can look forward to the promise of comics, good conversation, and of course donuts! Our large library of comic books and graphic novels has just about a little of everything for everyone, so please feel free to peruse our stacks. We also have a large amount of free comic books and graphic novels for attendees to go through and take home. And did we mention that this event is FREE! Feel free to bring friends, family, and of course delicious snacks if you’re so inclined. Pooches are welcome too! We have plenty of parking in the parking lot behind the studio. WHO: You! WHAT: Little Fish Comic Savvy! WHEN: Saturday, August 29, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. WHERE: Little Fish Comic Book Studio, 6822B El Cajon BLVD., San Diego, CA 92115 Little Fish Comic Book Studio on Facebook / Instagram

Sunday at Rancho Guejito Vineyard: FREE Kids Craft Camp with O'Side Handmade, 12-5 p.m. (while supplies last; supervised crafting tables). Live music by Cadillac Fringe, a four-piece rock band playing classic rock favorites, 2:30-6:30 p.m. Tasting room open Sunday 12-8 p.m. at the historic Rockwood Farmhouse, 17224 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido, next to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Complimentary hayride tours. Family and dog friendly. No reservations required. Lunch and charcuterie by Artisan Delights. Guests may bring blankets, chairs, and outside food; no outside alcohol. Wine tasting $18 for five 1 oz tastes. Kids Craft Camp is free. Details: https://www.ranchoguejitovineyard.com/winery-events/ Phone (800) 677-8887. Rancho Guejito Vineyard on Facebook / Instagram

Join us at Rancho Guejito Vineyard for live music by Jess & Ronnie Duo. From local band Velvet Moon, Jessica Martin is versed in classic rock, Latin rock, jazz, reggae, and blues. Music is 2:30-6:30 p.m. The tasting room is open Saturday 12-8 p.m. at the historic Rockwood Farmhouse, 17224 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido, next to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Complimentary hayride tours leave about every hour. Bounce house for kids. Family and dog friendly. No reservations required for regular tasting visits. Lunch and charcuterie plates by Artisan Delights available. Guests may bring blankets, chairs, and outside food; no outside alcoholic beverages. Wine tasting is $18 for five 1 oz tastes. There is no cover charge for the music. Details: https://www.ranchoguejitovineyard.com/winery-events/ Phone (800) 677-8887. Rancho Guejito Vineyard on Facebook / Instagram

El gobernador triplicó los fondos para la primera infancia y amplió el programa de kínder de transición a todos los niños de 4 años. Sin embargo, los centros preescolares están cerrando, lo que dificulta encontrar guarderías infantiles.

Centro Cultural de la Raza & Danza Coatlicue invite you to our 10th Annual Día de los Muertos Celebration a time to honor and remember our ancestors, to celebrate their lives, and to come together en comunidad. Join us for altar tours, live music, and delicious food by Super Cocina @supercocinasd in celebration of life, memory, and culture. DJ set by Betty Bangs @bettybangs_vida Live performances by Prope del Río @propedelrio and Veracruz Blues This celebration reminds us that our loved ones never truly leave us — they live on through tradition, song, and love. We’ll see you at the Centro! Visit: https://www.centroculturaldelaraza.org/ Centro Cultural de la Raza on Instagram and Facebook

Join us on September 20th at 2pm for a Mural Dedication and Art Walkabout at Sarah Stieber's 2026 Pop-up Art Gallery! The Point Loma Association collaborated with local San Diego Artist @SarahStieber to paint a mural in Point Loma, at the corner of Rosecrans and Upshur in La Playa. Two doors down from her mural, Stieber collaborated with local Real Estate Agent Anne Herrin and Diane Sullivan to host a pop-up art gallery. At 1021 Rosecrans Street you can meet the artist, view, and purchase paintings by Sarah Stieber. The gallery is open on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 12-4pm, and by appointment. The Point Loma Association is hosting a mural dedication party and art walkabout this Sunday, September 20th. The program starts in the art gallery at 1021 Rosecrans Street at 2pm.

Pacific Soul Jazz Festival inaugural Labor Day Weekend, Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6, 2026, at the UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater, brings two full days of live music, culture, and community celebration to the San Diego coastline. Doors open daily at 12 p.m. and programming runs through 8 p.m. This year's lineup is headlined by Grammy winning pianist and producer Robert Glasper on Saturday, and celebrated R&B Grammy winning vocalist Kenny Lattimore on Sunday. Each day features a full roster of supporting artists spanning jazz, soul, and contemporary R&B. Saturday, September 5 Robert Glasper, Karen Briggs, Darryl Williams featuring Chase Huna, The Lyrical Groove, and Larry Reed. Sunday, September 6 Kenny Lattimore, Mindi Abair, Kofi B, B.I.G., and Britt Spaulding. Pacific Soul Jazz Festival was built to bring world-class artists to San Diego while creating a platform that celebrates our community's culture and creativity. This lineup reflects that mission - pairing legendary voices in jazz and soul with incredible regional talent, all on one stage. The festival is presented by Mandate Project Impact in partnership with the Urban League of San Diego County, with a continued focus on community investment, arts programming, and local economic opportunity. Attendees can expect a full festival experience, including a vendor village featuring San Diego businesses and family-friendly programming throughout the weekend. Single-day and weekend passes for Pacific Soul Jazz Festival are available starting Friday July 17, 2026, at www.pacificsouljazzfestival.com. Event Details: What: Pacific Soul Jazz Festival When: Saturday, September 5 & Sunday, September 6, 2026, 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Where: UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093 Tickets: www.pacificsouljazzfestival.com About Pacific Soul Jazz Festival: Pacific Soul Jazz Festival is a two-day, open-air music celebration held annually over Labor Day Weekend at the UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater. The festival brings together Grammy-nominated headliners and rising West Coast artists across jazz, soul, and R&B, uniting music, culture, and community on the San Diego coast. Pacific Soul Jazz Festival is presented by Mandate Project Impact and the Urban League of San Diego County.

Comic-Con is officially here! The internationally recognized celebration of comics and pop culture runs through Sunday and is a major boost to the regional economy. But what does it really cost to attend?

Four floors. An open-air rooftop. One haunted hotel. Built in 1887, the Grand Pacific Hotel welcomed generations of guests…some say a few never left. This Halloween, Huntress and Lumi are tapping into the building’s historic and haunted past for a night of costumes, cocktails and DJs on multiple levels. Begin the evening with a rooftop dinner at Lumi, with reservations available from 5-8 p.m., and enjoy the Halloween à la carte menu or the $75 family-style menu featuring Akira Pizza, tiradito, sushi and sashimi, rolls and skewers. Keep the party going with an elegant, eerie night of costumes, cocktails and DJs playing on multiple levels. VIP admission begins at 7:30 p.m., and includes hosted sparkling wine and tray-passed bites. General admission begins at 9 p.m. All festivities are 21+ and costumes are encouraged. Reserve your spot today on Eventbrite.