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Try this: SDtoday’s 2023 pumpkin carving contest
Don’t forget that you can roast pumpkin seeds in the oven for a crunchy fall snack. | Photo by Karolina Grabowska via Pexels
Carve some time into your schedule. We’ve got a festive contest for you to take part in this spooky season — the SDtoday Pumpkin Carving Contest.
Whether you planned to carve a pumpkin this season or not, this is your excuse to run to the nearest pumpkin patch or garden store, pick out your perfect pumpkin, and get creative. Don’t forget the carving kit.
The rules and details:
Create your own pumpkin masterpiece; carve, paint, shave, use stickers, or get creative in a way that is fun for you.
To make a submission, take a picture of your pumpkin and submit it here, along with a name for your art, a short description, your name, and your email address. Submissions are open through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 15.
While traditional pumpkin carvings and designs will be accepted, bonus points will be awarded to original and locally-themed designs. (Think: local landmarks, businesses, and icons.) Any submissions with offensive language or artwork will not be accepted.
Finalists will be selected by our team and announced in our newsletter on Friday, Oct. 20. These finalists will go head-to-head for the chance to be crowned best jack-o’-lantern of 2023 — you, our readers, will be the ones to vote — and the winner will be announced on Friday, Oct. 27.
Chevelle and Three Days Grace | Monday, Oct. 2 | 7 p.m. | Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre, 5500 Canyon Crest Dr., San Diego | $40+ | Two rock acts come together for one epic show.
Action Bronson | Monday, Oct. 2 | 8 p.m. | The Observatory North Park, 2891 University Ave., San Diego | $43 | The rapper, actor, and comedian presents the “Dr. Bachlava And Human Growth Hormone” experience.
Tuesday, Oct. 3
P!NK: “Summer Carnival 2023" | Tuesday, Oct. 3 | 6:30 p.m. | Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way, San Diego | $49+ | “Raise Your Glass” and watch the pop legend perform with guests Brandi Carlile, Grouplove and DJ Kid Cut Up.
“Les Misérables” | Through Sunday, Oct. 15 | Times vary | Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave., San Diego | $39-$179 | If you’ve dreamed a dream of seeing this classic Broadway musical set in 19th century France, this Cameron Mackintosh production fits the bill — tonight is opening night.
Wednesday, Oct. 4
“The Addams Family” | Through Sunday, Oct. 29 | 7-10 p.m. | San Diego Musical Theatre, 4650 Mercury St., San Diego | $30-$70 | “They’re creepy and they’re kooky”... this musical comedy follows the story of the wickedly dark and funny family.
Thursday, Oct. 5
Lemon Grove Farmers Market | Thursday, Oct. 5 | 3:30-6:30 p.m. | VFW Parking Lot, 2885 Lemon Grove Ave., San Diego | Free | An East County gathering highlighting locally-grown produce.
Islander Thursdays | Thursday, Oct. 5 | 6-10 p.m. | Lime in the Coconut, 248 Third Ave., Chula Vista | Free | Sip on Tiki-inspired drinks while enjoying performances from local musicians who give island vibes.
The city has started building three affordable housing complexes in Clairemont that will feature 300+ apartments for low-income seniors, families, and locals with disabilities. Part of a community dubbed Mt. Etna, the Messina Senior Apartments will open in January 2025, followed by the Modica and Taormina Family Apartments in 2026.
Development
The county has broken ground on Village View County Park, a 6.7-acre park slated to open in Fallbrook in spring 2025. The rec space will feature a skate park — complete with a bowl, quarter pipes, and rails — plus shaded picnic and play areas, nature trails, and off-leash zones for dogs.
State
California’s minimum wage for fast food workers will rise to $20 per hour on April 1, 2024. Meanwhile, San Diego’s hourly minimum wage across all jobs within city boundaries will increase to $16.85 on Jan. 1, 2024, based on the Consumer Price Index — up from the current $16.30. (AP News)
Legacy
Trailblazing Sen. Dianne Feinstein, 90, died on Sept. 28, and leaders are honoring her long career in local and national politics. “San Diego was fortunate enough to have her as our representative in Washington, and our city is a better place because of her,” Mayor Todd Gloria said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Opening
Pacific Coast Spirits told us a secret: The distillery is running a 21+, pop-up speakeasy at the Carlsbad Strawberry Fields Fridays and Saturdays this month, 4-9 p.m., starting Oct. 6. Find the Hidden Corn Bar near the pink butterfly sign; nightly passwords are required — peep Pacific’s Instagram for clues.
Coming Soon
SeaWorld San Diego will debut an interactive aquarium exhibit in 2024: “Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience.” The theme park said the display will take visitors to the heart of the ocean with “a kaleidoscope of colors” across three galleries featuring a range of glowing jellyfish.
Sports
It was a great weekend for soccer in SD. With a victory over the Portland Thorns, the Wave FC moved into first place in the standings and became the first NWSL team to clinch a 2023 playoff spot. Meanwhile, San Diego Loyal defeated Monterey Bay FC, also earning their ticket to the postseason.
Announced
San Diego’s MLS team will build a $150 million training complex and Right to Dream youth academy on a 28-acre site at the Sycuan Reservation in El Cajon. The development — set to break ground next month — will feature five soccer fields and a 50,000-sqft sports performance facility. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Cause
It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and City Tacos plans to donate 15% of each Taco of the Month sold to Keep A Breast Foundation. October’s offering is the Holy Mole Taco — grilled shrimp and asadero cheese on a pink tortilla, topped with pink mole sauce and other trimmings.
Edu
SANDAG is offering some free, upcoming Get Connected workshops covering digital skills, internet safety, and online communication. Join classes on Sunday, Oct. 8, and Sunday, Oct. 15, 2-5 p.m., at the Santee Library, or Saturday, Nov. 4, and Saturday, Nov. 11, 1-5 p.m., at the Ramona Library.
Finance
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Answered
🎸 We asked you to share your best local concert memories — you rocked it
Rock on: epic concerts in San Diego history
The Rolling Stones played this high-profile gig on Oct. 7, 1981, at The Murph. | Photo via San Diego City Clerk Archives
Tom W. fondly remembers Peter Gabriel’s local show in the late 1970s: “Small theater, iconic artist, extensive playlist, in San Diego!”
Mary L. never forgot James Brown’s local concert in 1968: “Epic JB energy and ‘The Cape’ to top it off. If you know, you know!”
Louie P.'s first concert experience was watching Linda Rondstadt and Neil Young at the Sports Arena in 1973: “After that night, I was hooked!” He also fondly remembers Led Zeppelin’s 1975 Sports Arena show: “It was a rainy day and the concert started late, but the Mighty Zep proceeded to play into the late night. They opened with ‘Rock and Roll’ and closed with ‘Heartbreaker.’ [I] couldn’t hear myself think for days after.”
Please share more concert memories with us — it’s music to our ears.
I know it’s only Monday, but I’m thrilled for this week because I get to hit the town with my best friend of 20+ years for a couple of concerts (making those memories, y’all).
We’ll “Get the Party Started” tomorrow at P!NK’s big show at Snapdragon Stadium and we’ll just have to see if these moms have vocal chords after the inevitable singing (and dancing) that’s about to go down. Get ready, Kathy.
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