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Also on today's calendar: The Fall Home Garden Show and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why should you never iron a 4-leaf colver? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Grants for Arts, Culture & Creativity Month in California (fundsforngos.org) — Escondido artists and organizations can now apply for city grants of $1,000 to $10,000 to host free arts, culture, and creativity events in April 2027. Projects must take place within Escondido, and some categories favor Escondido-based applicants, offering a strong funding boost for local performances, exhibits, and cultural celebrations.
2. Kids Free San Diego October 2026: Our Top Picks Ranked (localemagazine.com) — Families in Escondido can take advantage of Kids Free October with complimentary admission for children at San Diego Zoo Safari Park on San Pasqual Valley Road, plus dozens of other museums, attractions, hotels, and tours across the county. The guide explains age limits, coupon rules, and the best-value deals so you can stretch your budget while planning fall outings from Escondido to the coast.
3. Missing since 2023 from Encinitas, California: Sophia Hall Nunez was one year old when she vanished (newsbreak.com) — A four-year-old girl, Sophia Hall Nunez, has been missing since 2023 and was last known to be in Escondido, making this an urgent concern for local residents. Authorities believe she may be with her non-custodial mother and possibly in New York, and they're asking anyone with information, even small details, to contact law enforcement or NCMEC immediately.
4. Recruiting Spotlight: '8 Clap' for The Vault Prospect Zaliyah Jones (Sept. 29, 2026) (linedrivemedia.com) — A standout Escondido Charter High softball player, Zaliyah Jones, is already committed to UCLA and earning major statewide honors, putting Escondido on the recruiting map. She talks about her training with The Vault, her academic interests, and advice for younger players navigating the college softball journey.
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