SPECIAL EVENTS
End-of-Summer Ice Cream Social
Say goodbye to summer with a sweet afternoon. Enjoy ice cream with all the toppings, music, and good company as we celebrate the end of the season together.
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Monday, September 28. 1-2 PM.
Free/Member, $5/Non-member.
Registration Required (858) 459-0831.
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Special Film Screening: The Audition
Go behind the scenes of one of opera’s most prestigious competitions with a special screening of The Audition, presented by the San Diego District of The Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition. Directed by award-winning filmmaker Susan Froemke, the film follows talented young opera singers as they navigate the intense pressure and excitement of advancing from local auditions to the Grand Finals on the stage of The Metropolitan Opera in New York.
Many local singers who have performed at LJCC’s Opera Wednesdays have participated in the Laffont Competition, making this an
especially meaningful look at the journey of emerging opera artists.
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Wednesday, October 28.
Doors open 6:30 PM. Film begins 7 PM. (2008, 107 mins)
Free/Open to All.
Donations appreciated. Refreshments available for purchase.
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The 2026 San Diego District Auditions will take place November 14 at Crill Performance Hall at Point Loma Nazarene University. For more information, contact the Laffont Competition at (619) 972-5271.
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Paper Marigolds & Papel Picado Workshop
Celebrate the vibrant traditions of Día de Muertos with a creative afternoon of paper crafting. Learn how to make colorful paper marigolds and festive papel picado inspired decorations. Create pieces to take home and help us add beautiful handmade touches to LJCC’s Community Ofrenda. No experience necessary. All materials provided.
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Monday, October 26. 3-4:30 PM.
Free/Member, $10/NM.
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Día de Muertos: Sugar Skull Decorating
Get creative while learning about one of the colorful traditions associated with Día de Muertos. Decorate your own sugar skull-inspired keepsake using paint, flowers, gems and other embellishments. Each participant will create a unique piece to take home. No experience necessary. All materials provided.
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Tuesday, October 27. 3-4:30 PM.
Free/Member, $10/NM.
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Halloween Pumpkin Decorating
Get into the Halloween spirit with a festive afternoon of pumpkin decorating. Get creative with paints, embellishments and plenty of spooky inspiration as you design your own one-of-a-kind pumpkin to take home and enjoy for Halloween. No carving required and no experience necessary. All materials provided.
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Thursday, October 29. 2-3:30 PM.
Free/Member, $10/NM.
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Movie: Coco
Celebrate Día de Muertos with a special screening of Disney and Pixar’s Coco. Follow young Miguel on a colorful journey to the Land of the Dead as he discovers the importance of family, memory and honoring those who came before us. Popcorn and light refreshments provided.
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Thursday, October 29. 4 PM. (2017, 105 mins)
Free/Member, $10/NM.
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Spirits & Spirits: A Halloween Happy Hour
​Eat, drink and be scary! Join us for a spirited Halloween Happy Hour featuring wine, a signature cocktail, light bites, Halloween treats, music and plenty of good company. Costumes and festive attire are encouraged, but not required. Come raise a glass and celebrate Halloween with your LJCC friends.
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Friday, October 30. 3-5 PM.
Free/Member, $15/NM.
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Día de Muertos Celebration & Community Ofrenda
Join us for a special Día de Muertos gathering honoring and remembering loved ones who have passed. Throughout the week, our community will create a beautiful ofrenda adorned with photographs, paper marigolds, papel picado and other traditional elements. Members are invited to bring a photo of a loved one to add to the display. Gather with us on Día de Muertos to enjoy pan de muerto, coffee and Mexican hot chocolate, music and time together as we celebrate the memories of those who remain in our hearts.
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Monday, November 2. 3-5 PM.
Free/Member, $15/NM.
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