San Diego Reader

Thursday | 20

PECHAKUCHA NIGHT

See what inspires a collection of notable locals in the arts and architecture field. Presenters have 20 images — and only 20 seconds per image — to convey their passion. The list so far includes Allard Jansen, Dana Springs, Gary Walker, David McCullough, James Brown, and Peter Soutowood.

Where: Til-Two, 4746 El Cajon Boulevard, Kensington-Talmadge. 619-232-1385; pecha-kucha.org/night/san-diego/

When: 8:20 p.m.

Friday | 21

BORREGO DAYS DESERT FESTIVAL

The 46th annual festival gets under way with a parade of marching bands, floats, decorated golf carts, and equestrian groups through town at 10 a.m. After that, the weekend is replete with artist and vendor booths, live entertainment, and children’s activities.

Where: Christmas Circle, Borrego Springs. 619-233-5008; borregospringschamber.com

When: noon to 8 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday

Saturday | 22

HAUNTED BIRCH AQUARIUM

“Shipwrecked” is the theme for this year’s event, with “close encounters of the fishy kind.” Wander the aquarium for tricky treats and discover a sea of glowing creatures while having a monstrous good time. Entertainment by Billy Lee & the Swamp Critters.

Where: Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. Reservations required: 858-534-7336; aquarium.ucsd.edu

When: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (also on Friday)

Sunday | 23

HARVEST FESTIVAL

It’s just not October without fun, food, and plenty of pumpkins. The 39th annual festival returns with more than 300 exhibitors offering arts and crafts. Plus, entertainment, food, edible arts, demonstrations, and a kids’ zone.

Where: Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard. 800-346-1212; harvestfestival.com

When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (also on Saturday)

Monday | 24

SEIZURE

Author Kathy Reichs (the inspiration for the Bones TV series) visits with her son, coauthor Brendan Reichs, to discuss their young-adult novel, the second in the Virals trilogy. Reserved seating available with pre-purchase of book from Warwick’s.

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: Warwick’s Bookstore, 7812 Girard Avenue, La Jolla. 858-454-0347; warwicks.com

Tuesday | 25

TENTACLE SESSIONS: ETHEL

Hailing from New York, the ensemble acclaimed as “America’s premier postclassical string quartet” will perform adventurous music of the past four decades with an emphasis on works composed since 1995.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: The Loft at UCSD, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla. 858-534-8497; artpwr.com/events/821

Wednesday | 26

ART AEROBICS

“Let the music move you to play with color at an aerobic pace to get your blood pumping, creative juices flowing, and stress releasing!”

When: 6:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Where: Expressive Arts Studio, 3201 Thorn Street, North Park. expressiveartssandiego.com