Scorpio: East Village | Oct. 23-Nov. 21

Sagittarius: Embarcadero | Nov. 22-Dec. 21

Capricorn: University Heights | Dec. 22- Jan. 19

Aquarius: Ocean Beach | Jan. 20-Feb. 18

• Gem Faire | Friday, Oct. 20-Sunday, Oct. 22 | Times vary | Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. | $7 | Shine bright like a diamond: Browse fine jewelry, gemstones, and crystals directly from wholesalers, with manufacturer’s prices to match.
• The Haunted Trail + eXperiment Maze | Through Tuesday, Oct. 31 | Times vary | Balboa Park, The corner of Balboa Avenue and Juniper Street, San Diego | $33-$55 | Once you get through this twisted maze you’ll find yourself on a mile-long scary trail.
• Stars at West Sycamore | Friday, Oct. 20 | Dusk | Mission Trails Regional Park, 17160 Stonebridge Parkway, San Diego | Free | Join members from the San Diego Astronomy Association at the West Sycamore Staging Area to view the nighttime sky through telescopes.

• Kids Construction Expo 2023 | Saturday, Oct. 21 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Hawthorne CAT, 16945 Camino San Bernardo, San Diego | Free | This expo — built for kids in grades K-12 — features hands-on construction activities, demos, face painting, and giveaways.
• Fall Home + Garden Show | Saturday, Oct. 21 + Sunday, Oct. 22 | Times vary | Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. | Free | Draw inspiration for your next home improvement project at this expo featuring experts and exhibitors.
• Ocean Beach Makers Market | Saturday, Oct. 21 | 1-6 p.m. | Wonderland Ocean Pub, 5083 Santa Monica Ave., San Diego | Free | Shop small, local vendors selling homemade goods, plus the kids can enjoy a costume contest and trick-or-treating.
• Rancho BEERnardo Festival | Saturday, Oct. 21 | 2-5 p.m. | Webb Park, 16826 Bernardo Center Dr., San Diego | $65-$90 | Sip beer, ciders, wine, seltzers, and kombuchas from 30+ breweries and five wineries while enjoying food, games, and music.

• Sunday Morning Yoga Reset | Sunday, Oct. 22 | 10-11 a.m. | Quartyard, 1301 Market St., San Diego | Free | Wolf & Lion host this all-levels reset flow class; bring your own mat, towel, and water.
• San Diego Family Fun Fest Halloween | Sunday, Oct. 22 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Salvation Army Kroc Center Corner Zone, 6845 University Ave., San Diego | Free | Conjure the family for trick-or-treating, dancing, eerie inflatables, Halloween crafts, and prizes.
• Lucha Libre All-Stars Presents “Lucha Havoc” | Sunday, Oct. 22 | 2:30-7 p.m. | The Soap Factory Extraordinary Popup Theatre, 2995 Commercial St., San Diego | $35-$45 | Enjoy a night of wrestling, music, food, and drinks; a VIP ticket includes a front row seat and meet-and-greets with Lucha legends.

• This lightweight candy pass-out bowl is large enough for all your snacks.
• Want an easy costume (that’s still comfy)? Try this women’s black bat zip hoodie.
• Another easy costume: this men’s “Where’s Waldo?” costume.
• Floating witch hats will make the front porch festive.
• Light the way for trick-or-treaters with orange string lights.

• A Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for San Diego County’s beaches through tomorrow evening for high surf between 5-8 ft. This will create strong rip currents and possible minor tidal overflow at flood-prone beach parking lots during today’s high tide. Meanwhile, temperatures will begin gradually cooling tomorrow. (National Weather Service)

• The county wants feedback from residents on infrastructure needs like roads, bridges, sidewalks, and storm drains, plus future facilities like libraries, Live Well Centers, and rec centers. Join a Capital Plan projects workshop on Thursday, Oct. 26, and Public Works meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 1, both 6-7:30 p.m. and virtual.

• California’s Flood Preparedness Week runs Saturday, Oct. 21-Saturday, Oct. 28, and San Diego County has compiled tips and resources for property owners. The Department of Public Works says flooding events caused by major storms are becoming more likely in our county, so it’s important to be prepared.

• It’s against city code to park in the same spot for more than 72 hours, but officials are struggling to enforce the rule. Now, San Diego leaders are mulling a code amendment that would require people to move their car at least a half-mile to restart the clock. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

• The stars have aligned: Birch Aquarium partnered with San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance and two other aquariums to successfully spawn three Sunflower Sea Stars. The large sea stars are “functionally extinct” in California and Oregon, and this conservation work is critical to reestablishing the species on the West Coast.

• The TikTok-famous Red Chickz eatery — opening in Carlsbad this fall — is collaborating with Abbey’s Real Texas BBQ in Kearny Mesa to host a pop-up tomorrow, 12-8 p.m. (or until sold out). The menu features two mash-ups: The Southern French Toast Sando and Chickz n’ Brisket Loaded Wedges.

• Flu season is nearing and San Diego County doctors are sharing tips to fight winter viruses. This includes staying updated on your vaccines, testing and treating right away, and staying home if you’re sick. Check out these county flu clinic locations and vaccine events.

• “Spider-Verse” Live in Concert is swinging into San Diego Civic Theatre on Saturday, Nov. 4, at 7:30 p.m. As the Oscar-winning “Spider-Man Into the Spider-Verse” movie fills a big screen, live musicians and DJs will play the hip-hop score featuring songs by Post Malone, Jaden Smith, and Nicki Minaj. Get tickets.

• Lakehouse Resort will host Move for a Cause at 11 a.m. this Sunday, Oct. 22 — an outdoor fitness class followed by a glass of rosé. Tickets start at $25 and 20% of sales will support the Shade of Pink Foundation California in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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• Patti B.: “As a kid, I remember the joy of trying to snag the golden ring! I’m 80 now and still have fond memories of the Merry-Go-Round!”
• James R.: “Pulling the rings for my kiddos! They love the carousel.”
• Erin P.: “It was a great day anytime the carousel was open and my grandma or parents decided I could ride. It [brings] good memories and reminds me of being a happy kid (which I was most of the time!).”
• Marlo B.: “I was one of those kids! I will have to bring my grandkids.”
• Laura C.: “My dad would take me to Balboa Park every Sunday as a little girl and I would ride the carousel. Bill taught me how to play the Brass game when I was finally old enough! I recently got to take my son and it was so beautiful saying ‘hi’ to Bill and knowing that my son gets to experience the carousel with Bill just like I did when I was a little girl. Truly a San Diego treasure!”