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For over 30 years, Eric Rigler’s iconic solos on the bagpipes and Irish whistles have touched billions worldwide. From Oscar-winning films, GRAMMY-winning albums, and hit television series such as Braveheart, Titanic, Austin Powers, Dungeons & Dragons, Lord of the Rings, Outlander, The Simpsons, South Park, Phil Collins, Josh Groban, Faith Hill, Keith Urban, Rod Stewart, Meatloaf, Whitney Houston, and Mariah Carey, Eric has earned the distinction of “The Most Recorded Piper in History.” Celtic Hollywood is an extraordinary concert experience spotlighting Eric's remarkable career. He brings his original solos from the Hollywood recording studios to the concert stage with specially curated selections from his favorite projects. Performing on his ancient, haunting instruments and displaying his highly expressive playing style, Eric will be supported by a stellar ensemble of virtuosic musicians. Visit: https://www.museumofmakingmusic.org/events/eric-rigler-celtic-hollywood

Pointeworks returns to San Diego for its highly anticipated second season, showcasing a breathtaking evening of ballet that blends tradition with innovation. Under Artistic Director Sophie Williams, the Summer 2025 Season presents three world premieres by visionary choreographers Reka Gyulai, Laine Habony, and DaYoung Jung. The program features the enchanting “Carousel” duet by Christopher Wheeldon, performed with live piano accompaniment. With a dynamic international cast of 12 dancers, this performance promises a rich tapestry of classical and contemporary styles, highlighting creative collaborations in choreography, music, and visual art for an unforgettable experience. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/24-25-pointeworks/ Pointeworks on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for a day of networking and wine tasting at the Grand Decant Trade Tasting at Julep venue. This year, we are giving members of the trade private access to our 20th year’s special best-of-the-best edition of our Grand Weekend kick-off event. This exclusive event, only open to qualified trade members, will showcase both international and domestic wineries, offering their finest wines, including library and vertical tastings. Global wine and spirits producers will present their best bottles in a limited release tasting of their most award-winning or highly coveted products. Sample some of the world’s finest wines from renowned regions such as Paso Robles, Napa Valley, Sonoma County, Lodi, Temecula, San Diego, Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico, Spain, Argentina, France, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, Portugal, and many more! Free admission for qualified members of the trade. Application required. Visit: Grand Decant Trade Tasting James Beard Foundation on Instagram and Facebook

Perched high above Banker’s Hill with unmatched views of Downtown San Diego and the Bay, the iconic Mister A’s will host a very special four-course, wine-paired luncheon. This is a rare opportunity to experience Revana, a highly allocated California Cult wine, originated by “The Queen of Cult Cabernet” Heidi Barrett (Screaming Eagle, Dalla Valle) and now curated by the incomparable winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown (Schrader Cellars, Rivers-Marie). Drew Herman, Director of Viticulture, and Christopher Dorman, the National Sales Rep, for Revana Portfolio, will be there to share their insights and guide you through the tasting. Included with the tasting is Revana’s Willamette Valley label, Alexana, and, from the famed Uco Valley of Mendoza, Argentina, Corazon del Sol. This intimate tasting of the Revana portfolio will make your Mister A’s experience truly unforgettable. Visit: Mister A’s Tasting Experience with Revana Family Vineyard Mister A's Restaurant on Instagram and Facebook

President Trump says he's thinking of getting rid of the country's disaster response agency, FEMA. States say they can't replicate what FEMA does on their own.

Join us for a special evening featuring cocktails and important conversations about our changing climate! Author Gary Nabhan is a world-renowned ethnobotanist, desert ecologist, and literary naturalist who has written extensively about foods from the Middle East to the Southwest. A winner of the 2024 James Beard Media Award for his book Agave Spirits, Gary will share insights into how crops from the hottest and driest places on Earth have shaped the culinary dishes, recipes, and flavors of traditional desert cultures. Get a taste of some of these bold and flavorful ingredients with appetizers and cocktail tastings, including drink recipes featured in Gary’s newest book, Chile, Clove, and Cardamom: A Gastronomic Journey Into the Fragrances and Flavors of Desert Cuisines. Pricing includes two drink tickets to taste signature cocktails highlighted during the tasting, along with appetizers. Additional drinks will be available for purchase. The night will also include a conversation featuring Gary alongside San Diego Botanic Garden’s President & CEO Ari Novy and Director of Science & Conservation Colin Khoury to discuss how we can learn from desert plants to adapt to climate change, and how botanical gardens can act as hubs for novel ways to integrate plants into climate resilience efforts by communities. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Garden's science, conservation, and education program. Visit: https://tickets.sdbg.org/1283/1453?_ga=2.3936245.458773348.1729534342-648731925.1727201814&_gac=1.16575172.1729534346.Cj0KCQjw99e4BhDiARIsAISE7P_NCdeSNblGg_17Jt1t08d1yPFFvHMT72hfctGib7ZRlRfVhw1Pr8YaAjxGEALw_wcB San Diego Botanic Garden on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for two interesting and informative talks. At 1 p.m. "Spotting Scams & Fighting Fraud with AARP" Tiffany Zhang, MPH, AARP, California Scams can happen to anyone—but spotting and avoiding identity theft and fraud can become second nature when you know the right steps to take to protect yourself and your loved ones. At 2:30 p.m. "How Animals Changed Humanity--Cats" with Dr. Philip Goscienski, M.D. He told us about Dogs, now “The Stone Age Doc” returns to LIFE with a discussion of how cats have contributed to humanity’s well-being during the march of our mutual evolutions. Parking pass is required on campus. LIFE members support scholarships thru donations to the LIFE Scholarship Fund. Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/ MiraCosta College on Instagram and Facebook

Your ticket includes: Cruise around San Diego Bay aboard the gorgeous NERISSA yacht 60 minute intimate unplugged acoustic live music performance by Graham Nancarrow Meet & Greet and autograph opportunity with Graham Nancarrow A complimentary glass of Prosecco upon boarding Light bites available during cruise Full bar available during cruise for cash/card purchase About Graham Nancarrow... Graham Nancarrow is a singer/songwriter from San Diego, based out of Nashville. Nancarrow’s debut album, “Valley of the Deer” was released in 2012 and was up for best album at the San Diego Music Awards. In 2013, he signed a 2 album deal and released “Heart” (dedicated to his father, Loren). In 2015, Nancarrow released the full-length, “Simple Things” and it won best Americana/Country album at the SDMA’s. Nancarrow moved to Nashville in 2017 after making an album there called, “Hot Chicken” engineered and produced by Vance Powell. He teamed up with friend John Bohlinger in Nashville in 2020. The Spanish track "Solamente" leads the way in popularity and continues to spread across the world via streaming. His song “You’re The Reason I Drink” has been played on SiriusXM Outlaw Country and CMT featured a song co-written with Tera Lynne & John Bohlinger called “I Understand (I Will Never Understand)”. Visit: https://www.theseasessions.com/buy-tickets#/event/kdweaLQCzzrrpMKVbQMz Graham Nancarrow on Instagram and Facebook

As part of its Great Conversations Series, The Grauer School, an independent school in Encinitas focused on Learning by Discovery®, will host a conversation with acclaimed Author Cynthia Muchnick on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 6:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Muchnick will present on her best-selling book, “The Parent Compass: Navigating Your Teen’s Wellness & Academic Journey in Today’s Competitive World,” followed by a book signing and question-and-answer session. “Throughout our 33-year history, The Grauer School has presented ‘Great Conversations’ events to engage in a dialogue with the community about educational issues as well as topics that our families want to learn more about,” said Dana Abplanalp-Diggs, M.Ed., head of school for The Grauer School. “This is a great event for families to hear from an expert on what approaches to take with their teenagers about their health and academic success.” “The Parent Compass” offers parents advice on fostering grit, resilience and strategies to help teens approach life with purpose, guidance on how to preserve the parent-child relationship while navigating a competitive academic environment and clear expectations of appropriate roles for parents and teens in the college admission process. Learn more about The Grauer School by attending the annual Grauer Open House on Saturday, November 2 between 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is open to interested students and families. Visit: https://www.grauerschool.com/campus-life/events The Grauer School on Instagram and Facebook

The dynamics of your purpose and career show up very clearly in the auric field. Building the spiritual power to manifest all that you are meant to do is key to your success. Join us and explore energy techniques to help fulfill your purpose and career potential whether you’re wishing to strengthen the work you are currently doing or looking to find a new purpose/career. Based on the bestselling book Change Your Aura, Change Your Life, discover: Unique ways career and purpose shows up energetically in the aura. Keys to generating more spiritual power to help reach your potential. How to work with the spiritual energy rays of guidance and inspiration to make better decisions and more effectively follow through on divine direction. How your career is part of your purpose in life. For more information on our metaphysical school, please visit Spiritual Arts Institute Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spiritual-keys-to-fulfilling-your-purpose-career-potential-tickets-1025007032627?aff=oddtdtcreator Spiritual Arts Institute on Instagram and Facebook