Worth The Trip

HWY 62 Open Studio Art Tours encompasses much of the high desert; nearly 200 local artists will participate.

Hikes, concerts, and fests are on the schedule, with sparkling celebrations happening up and down the state.

A report from Gold Country tells us that autumn color is on the warm wind.

The destination’s historic home will be lit by candles while the garden will feature jack o’lanterns.

The sizable sea-celebrating space will replace the “Hall of Fishes” at the La Jolla destination.

Explore new haunts at Castle Dark in Riverside

The lavender-growing season is done at 123 Farm, but an evening experience will feature lavender foods.

The Chula Vista festival boasts all sorts of tart treats, plus a lemon-themed cook-off.

A new “Monster Meet and Greet” is on the spooky schedule.

Enjoy an engaging alfresco experience at a discount when you buy admission to the La Jolla aquatic institution.

Builders will fashion sandy structures at Imperial Beach, Point Reyes, and Carmel-by-the-Sea.

Briny barkers and their humans are helping to raise funds for the beloved Helen Woodward Animal Center.

It’s decided: We’re stopping for cider doughnuts first.