Ed Petersen

San Diego County

Kristina Houck

San Diego Metropolitan Area

Encinitas

California

Carlsbad

Del Mar-Carmel Valley

San Diego

Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch

Escondido

Oceanside-Camp Pendleton

Poway

La Jolla

Santee

Ramona

Del Mar Fairgrounds

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MEDIA ALERT
CONTACT:Jim Scannell858.350.3738 x 801 or <a href="mailto:jim@sandiegohomegardenshows.com">jim@sandiegohomegardenshows.com</a>.
WHAT: 
The 36th Annual San Diego Fall Home/Garden Show returns to the historic Del Mar Fairgrounds! This two-day event brings together hundreds of exhibitors, live demonstrations, plant sales, exclusive show specials, and face-to-face consultations with San Diego’s top home and garden experts all off this under one roof! The first 1,000 attendees daily receive a free Tote Bag, a $25 value!
WHY: 
As Southern California’s largest Home Garden Show, this event offers homeowners the ultimate one-stop destination for everything related to improving, remodeling, or refreshing their homes and outdoor spaces. From energy-efficient lighting and solar to BBQs, garden lighting, appliances, ADUs, baths, and sunrooms … THIS SHOW HAS IT ALL!
SHOP THE BEST DEALS ON:
<ul>
 <li>Kitchen &amp; bath remodeling</li>
 <li>Home décor</li>
 <li>Outdoor living &amp; landscaping</li>
 <li>Energy-efficient upgrades</li>
 <li>And so much more!</li>
</ul>
What sets the Fall Home Garden Show apart? 
Unlike other expos, this Show delivers real content and real knowledge—direct from expert representatives of professional home-improvement and maintenance organizations, as well as from the exhibitors themselves. Skip the driving around town for advice and estimates; here you can compare, shop, and learn in one convenient location. Come for a few hours or stay all day or both days, There is no better way to start enhancing your home’s value and functionality.
Visitors can also enjoy:
<ul>
 <li>The Garden Marketplace: Shop fresh plants from local growers, societies, and specialty vendors, plus free advice from Master Gardeners.</li>
 <li>Exclusive Show Bargains: Save with special pricing and one-time-only offers on everything from windows and doors to landscaping services.</li>
 <li>Entertainment: Live music and a bar to make the experience even more enjoyable.</li>
</ul>
WHERE: 
Del Mar Fairgrounds 
Del Mar, California
WHEN:
Saturday, October 17, 2026 – 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, October 18, 2026 – 10 am to 4 pm
COST: 
FREE Admission for both days!
MORE INFO: 
Visit <a href="https://www.fallhomegardenshow.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.fallhomegardenshow.com</a>
for details, and updates. Follow the Show on Facebook and Instagram for tips and last-minute news.
ABOUT WESTWARD EXPOS: 
Founded in 1984 in San Diego, Westward Expos produces the San Diego Spring Home/Garden Show, the San Diego Fall Home/Garden Show, and the San Diego Home Improvement Expo. For exhibitor participation, contact James Scannell at 858.350.3738 x 801 or <a href="mailto:jim@sandiegohomegardenshows.com">jim@sandiegohomegardenshows.com</a>.
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Local Event: The Fall Home Garden Show

The Fall Home Garden Show


MEDIA ALERT
CONTACT:Jim Scannell858.350.3738 x 801 or jim@sandiegohomegardenshows.com.
WHAT: 
The 36th Annual San Diego Fall...

LePort Montessori Solana Beach

Your Montessori Journey Begins Here!
Every child learns, grows, and discovers the world in their own unique way. At LePort Montessori, we're committed to partnering with families to ensure each child is known, encouraged, and supported as they reach meaningful milestones.
Join us for our Open House on Saturday, October 17th, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and experience firsthand what makes a LePort education so special. Tour our classrooms, meet our caring teachers, and learn how we create an environment where children feel empowered to explore, ask questions, develop new skills, and embrace new challenges with confidence.&nbsp;
We look forward to welcoming your family and sharing the LePort Montessori experience with you.
Event Details
<ul><li>Saturday, October 17th</li><li>10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.</li></ul>
Reserve your spot today at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.leportschools.com/admissions/events/?utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=paid_listing&amp;utm_campaign=openhouse&amp;utm_content=3010_leport_solana_beach_october_oh&amp;src=patch&amp;med=paid_listing&amp;cmp=openhouse" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.leportschools.com</a>
A Special Opportunity for New LePort Families Receive $500 OFF tuition when you enroll your child and begin their LePort Montessori journey by November 16th, 2026. *Offer valid for first-time enrollments with a start date on or before November 16, 2026. Full-time students who enroll and start by November 2, 2026, receive a $100 tuition credit monthly for five months beginning November 2, 2026. Part-time students receive a reduced tuition credit of $50 monthly, for five months beginning November 2, 2026. November tuition credits are prorated for students who enroll and start between November 2 and November 16, 2026. Not valid for school-age programs. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Subject to availability. Additional restrictions may apply.

Local Event: LePort Montessori Open House

Solana Beach

LePort Montessori Open House

Your Montessori Journey Begins Here!
Every child learns, grows, and discovers the world in their own unique way. At LePort...

The Woman's Club of Oceanside

Join us for an evening of laughter and style for a cause, benefiting the American Cancer Society. This elegant fundraising event features comedy and fashion, proving that while laughter is the best medicine, raising money is the actual cure. Tickets are $50 per person, sponsored by The Discovery Shop and The Woman’s Club of Oceanside.For Tickets use QR code or call 760-405-7472

Local Event: Gags & Rags

Gags & Rags

Join us for an evening of laughter and style for a cause, benefiting the American Cancer Society. This elegant fundraising...

🎃 Pumpkin Decorating &amp; Art at the Farmers Market! 🎃Calling all little ghouls and goblins!&nbsp;


Join us Sunday, October 18th and Sunday, October 25th at the Leucadia-Encinitas Farmers Market for a FREE Kids' Halloween pumpkin decorating and art project!
Bring the whole family, grab breakfast or lunch from our market vendors, shop locally and let your little ones get creative!
📅 Sundays, Oct. 18 &amp; Oct. 25
🕙 10am-2pm (market hours)
📍 Oak Crest Middle School, Leucadia-Encinitas Farmers Market
🎨 Supplies are limited, so come early! 🎃
Hosted by: The Leucadia 101 Mainstreet Association

Local Event: FREE Kids Pumpkin Decorating and Halloween Art at the Farmers Market

FREE Kids Pumpkin Decorating and Halloween Art...

🎃 Pumpkin Decorating & Art at the Farmers Market! 🎃Calling all little ghouls and goblins! 


Join us Sunday, October 18th and...

FREE Kids Pumpkin Decorating and Halloween Art at the Farmers Market

Leucadia Farmers Market

🎃 FREE&nbsp;Pumpkin Decorating &amp; Kids Art at the Farmers Market! 🎃
Calling all little ghouls and goblins! 👻
Join us&nbsp;Sunday, October 18th at the Leucadia-Encinitas Farmers Market for a FREE Kids' Halloween pumpkin decorating and art project!
Bring the whole family, grab breakfast or lunch from our market vendors, shop locally and let your little ones get creative!
📅 Sunday, Oct. 18TH + Oct. 25TH
🕙 10am-2pm (market hours)
📍 Oak Crest Middle School, Leucadia-Encinitas Farmers Market
🎨 Supplies are limited, so come early! 🎃
Hosted by: The Leucadia 101 Mainstreet Association

Local Event: Kids Halloween Pumpkin Decorating + Art Project

Kids Halloween Pumpkin Decorating + Art Project

🎃 FREE Pumpkin Decorating & Kids Art at the Farmers Market! 🎃
Calling all little ghouls and goblins! 👻
Join us Sunday, October...

Make a spiritual connection! &nbsp;Join us for our Sunday Celebration at 10:30 AM, online or in person. We meet at 3320 Monroe St. in Carlsbad, CA. Or come early for a twenty minute group meditation in person at 10 AM. <a href="https://www.cslcarlsbad.org/index.html?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEyOGxwZkp5RGVhQ0x6eEY4ZnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6shXJeH90iAT8pZjvmdo1Da1bO0iDbzGh10r_FuDlTeoJdOS-ph6re3_wEnQ_aem_Efhe_nlH_AhpNW3YG2G8hA" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.cslcarlsbad.org/index.html</a>

Local Event: Metaphysical Church - Center for Spiritual Living Carlsbad

Metaphysical Church - Center for Spiritual...

Make a spiritual connection!  Join us for our Sunday Celebration at 10:30 AM, online or in person.  We meet at 3320 Monroe St....

Metaphysical Church - Center for Spiritual Living Carlsbad

Encinitas Library

Rising Young Stars — An Afternoon of Music and Inspiration
Celebrate International Artist Day with an inspiring afternoon of classical music, presented by the American Foundation for Music.
Hear talented young musicians perform alongside a chamber ensemble from the American Philharmonic Orchestra, bringing fresh energy and heartfelt expression to music by Vivaldi, Bach, Rieding, and Wieniawski. From lyrical melodies to sparkling, spirited passages, this program celebrates the beauty of string music and the promise of a new generation of artists.
The concert will also feature international virtuoso violinists, as well as Artistic Director <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPZdnb3SKbU" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Attilla Sautov</a>, who will perform selected movements from Spring and Winterfrom <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WF6b8wtlhrU" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Antonio Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons with the American Philharmonic Orchestra chamber ensemble.</a>
Whether you are a devoted classical music enthusiast or discovering live concerts with your family, we invite you to share in this special occasion. Your applause encourages these young performers, honors their dedication, and helps make their time on stage even more meaningful.
Bring your family and friends, celebrate emerging talent, and enjoy a beautiful afternoon of music in Encinitas.
Sunday, October 25, 2026 · 3:00 p.m.
 Encinitas Library 540 Cornish Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024
Be part of their musical journey. Visit <a href="https://www.affmusic.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.affmusic.org</a> for more information.

Local Event: Rising Young Stars — An Afternoon of Music and Inspiration

Rising Young Stars — An Afternoon of Music and...

Rising Young Stars — An Afternoon of Music and Inspiration
Celebrate International Artist Day with an inspiring afternoon of...

Rising Young Stars — An Afternoon of Music and Inspiration

Welcome to our new&nbsp;haunted happy hour, with a few eerie encounters along the way.&nbsp;
For two nights only, The Haunted Courtyard Spook-easy is a ticketed Halloween experience featuring cocktails,&nbsp;spooky fun and a few sinister surprises, all&nbsp;in an intimate, tucked-away setting reserved just for guests of the event.
Enjoy a welcome cocktail upon arrival, followed by spirited sips all evening long (included in the cost of admission).&nbsp;Each approximately one-hour experience begins at The Nightmare Before Blitzen’s, where guests will check in before being escorted to the hidden courtyard. Two entry times&nbsp;are available each evening.
Parents can make a night of it, too. Two hours of childcare at Little Sprouts Kids Club&nbsp;will be available to add on when purchasing tickets for children ages 6 months–12 years.

Local Event: The Haunted Courtyard Spook-easy

The Haunted Courtyard Spook-easy

Welcome to our new haunted happy hour, with a few eerie encounters along the way. 
For two nights only, The Haunted Courtyard...

Estrella Wedding and Event Venue San Diego

A cozy day retreat bringing women together for books, wellness, creativity, connection, and an intentionally designed day to remember.
<h2>The Cozy Girls Retreat</h2>
Come spend the day with us for a beautifully curated cozy day retreat bringing women together for an intentionally designed experience that leaves you feeling inspired, refreshed and connected.
Created by Cozy Girls × Viva Serenity, this full-day experience blends books, wellness, creativity, delicious food and meaningful connection inside the beautiful historic Spanish-style setting of Estrella Venue.
Throughout the day, you’ll have space to slow down, play, create, meet new women, enjoy the surroundings and experience something a little different from your everyday routine.
Reserve Your Space: <a href="https://cozygirlsretreat.eventbrite.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">cozygirlsretreat.eventbrite.com</a>
<h3>Your day includes:</h3>
<ul><li>📚 READ — Book swap, cozy reading moments and plenty of book-loving energy</li><li>🧘‍♀️ RESET — Gentle yoga, grounding practices, sound bath + yoga nidra led by Viva Serenity</li><li>✨ DREAM — Our signature Align &amp; Design experience, blending deep relaxation with hands-on vision boarding and intentional goal setting</li><li>🎨 CREATE — Bookish crafts, gratitude jars, TBR jars, junk journaling and playful creative moments</li><li>🌮 SAVOR — Taco bar, aguas frescas, snacks and treats to enjoy throughout the day</li></ul>
<h3>Meet Your Align &amp; Design Guides</h3>
Align &amp; Design is hosted by Viva Serenity co-creators Francisco Lagos and S.J. Antonucci. Francisco is an international wellness leader specializing in yoga, sound healing, Ayurveda and therapeutic bodywork; SJ is a motivational speaker, attorney, broker, entrepreneur and visionary creator who guides the visioning and intentional design experience.
And woven through all of it: time to connect, laugh, linger, take photos, discover new books and simply enjoy being surrounded by good company.
Whether you arrive with your best friend or come ready to meet new ones, The Cozy Girls Retreat is designed to feel warm, welcoming and elevated from beginning to end.
Sunday, November 1, 2026 10:00 AM–5:00 PM Estrella Venue 30158 Mission Rd, Bonsall, CA 92003
Get ready to get cozy. 💜✨&nbsp;
Reserve Your Space: http://cozygirlsretreat.eventbrite.com

Local Event: The Cozy Girls Retreat

Bonsall

The Cozy Girls Retreat

 A cozy day retreat bringing women together for books, wellness, creativity, connection, and an intentionally designed day to...

Pacific Ridge School

🌟Discover Pacific Ridge School at Open House - November 7! Experience North County's best private school for grades 6-12Dive into signature programs, explore campus with student guides, hear from faculty and school leaders, and connect with our vibrant school community! This fun-filled day will also feature Robotics presentations, program demonstrations, and more. Registration is required. Sign up today to receive more information about admission opportunities and school programs.

Local Event: Open House for Families interested in Grades 6-12

Open House for Families interested in Grades 6-12

🌟Discover Pacific Ridge School at Open House - November 7! Experience North County's best private school for grades 6-12Dive...

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Single family house for rent Escondido

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