Good morning, Oceanside.

Today, leaders and policymakers meet at the AAPI Economic Policy Summit at University Club in San Diego from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. while the Oceanside Chamber schedules a coffee meeting on Oct 14 at 928 North Coast Highway, a business mixer on Oct 16 at Star Theatre, and a Rising Star breakfast on Oct 21 at William A. Wagner Aquatic Center—community drives such as a peanut butter donation effort from Oct 27 to Nov 26, a Buffalo Wild Wings fundraiser, and a new marine debris reduction law are also featured.

Today, local officials held a ribbon cutting at Wìlvay Park to mark its opening for public use—residents can soon use the park for recreation.

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.

October Book Club & Swap

12:00 – 1:30 p.m. — Tinleaf Fresh Kitchen — Free entry — Engage in lively discussions and book exchanges inspired by Reese’s book club pick.

Modern Calligraphy & Pumpkin Lettering Class for Beginners

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Artifex on Freeman — $75.00 — Discover the art of calligraphy with a festive twist at this beginner-friendly workshop.

Bikes & Beers Oceanside

8-11:30 a.m. — Black Plague Brewing — Registration fee applies — Enjoy a scenic bike ride followed by a refreshing beer festival for a charitable cause.

Inaugural Sports Illustrated Women's Games: Flag Football

6-9 p.m. — Frontwave Arena — Ticket prices vary — Witness historic athletic competitions as Team Americas faces Team World in flag football.

Single Parent Book Club: Book Lovers Discussion

12-2 p.m. — Chapters Cafe — Free entry — Engage in a lively discussion about Emily Henry's latest book over coffee and pastries.

Carlsbad Village Street Faire

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Beach Terrace — Free entry — Explore over 900 booths featuring arts, crafts, antiques, and delicious food at the largest one-day street faire in the nation.

Communication Skills Workshop

10:00 – 11:30 AM — Civic Center Library Community Rooms — Free registration — Learn effective communication strategies for connecting with individuals experiencing memory loss.

17th Annual Thanksgiving Punk Rock Food Drive

1-10 p.m. — Belching Beaver Brewery Oceanside — $18 admission, kids 14 & under free — Rock out for a cause and help raise food and funds for the North County Food Bank.