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Friday, September 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Oceanside. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Taste of Oceanside will feature a VIP dinner on a future Friday at Mission Pacific with Chef Roberto Alcocer — joined by Chefs Davin Waite and William Eick — while Saturday offers over 35 local tasting events plus live music downtown. Additional events in Oceanside include the Plein Air Festival and Mexican Heritage Night at Sunset Market, with tickets selling fast. The Vista Press
- ➤ Oceanside Theatre Company presents Spring Awakening—a reimagined musical directed by Gerilyn Brault with choreography by E.Y. Washington—running until September 14 with a performance today at 3 p.m.; the show follows 19th-century German teenagers who fight against a strict society. The Vista Press
- ➤ Oceanside Public Library is hosting The Hidden Life, a movie series with films and discussions led by Professor Garrett Chaffin-Quiray. The screenings take place at the Civic Center Library Community Rooms (330 N. Coast Highway) on October 13 at 6:00 p.m., November 10 at 6:00 p.m. and December 15 at 6:00 p.m. with light refreshments provided. The Vista Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oceanside Councilmember Jimmy Figueroa and Deputy Mayor Eric Joyce will present a Community Trust Resolution on Sept. 17 to protect immigrant and mixed-status families by directing staff to draft policies that limit federal immigration enforcement on city property—these steps also include creating safe spaces and support for day laborers and street vendors. CBS8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Sharp Rees-Stealy doctor said at-home flu tests can be safe and accurate if you know the differences between the cheaper antigen tests and the more precise molecular ones. Most tests cost $10 to $15 and work best in the first five days of symptoms—this helps you decide if you need to seek care. CBS8
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Oktoberfest Fall Festival
12-8 p.m. — Carlsbad Strawberry Company — Donations welcome — Enjoy traditional German cuisine, games for all ages, and live music at this community festival.
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OTC Garden Party Gala
3-6 p.m. — El Corazon Senior Center — Fundraiser event — Celebrate local talent and support the arts with live entertainment, auctions, and awards honoring community contributions.
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Candlelight: 90s Unplugged Concert
8:30-9:29 p.m. — Star Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the nostalgic magic of 90s hits in a unique candlelit setting with a string quartet.
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Dream Theater Concert
7-9 p.m. — Frontwave Arena — Tickets vary — Experience the progressive metal sounds of Dream Theater live in Oceanside.
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After School Mountain Biking Program
4:30-6 p.m. — Guajome Regional Park — Cost varies — Teach young riders essential mountain biking skills in a fun, supportive setting.
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NBA Preseason: Clippers vs. Loong Lions
7:30-9 p.m. — Frontwave Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch the Clippers in action against the Guangzhou Loong Lions in this exciting preseason matchup.
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Zach Williams Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Frontwave Arena — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of inspiring music with Zach Williams and We The Kingdom.
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