San Joaquin County Public Health Services and the DEA team up Oct. 24 for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, offering free, anonymous disposal of unused medications at five locations from Lodi to Stockton.

Pacific’s Cultural Night Market brings food, traditions and student connections together November 11. Admission is free for Pacific students with a valid Pacific ID; the university listing does not confirm general-public admission.

Harvard art historian Jennifer Roberts visits Pacific November 12 to explore the images carried into space on Voyager’s Golden Record. The public lecture at Long Theatre will be followed by stargazing and hot cocoa in the Robb Garden.

Stockton Astronomical Society presenter Douglas Christensen will introduce unaided-eye astronomy November 21 at Haggin Museum, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. The daytime lecture is included with regular museum admission.

Children ages 5–12 can explore silhouette movie strips, miniature theatre and the science of light at Haggin Museum on November 14, from 1 to 3 p.m. Activities are included with regular museum admission and offered first come, first served.

The Stockton Kings open November 7 at 5 p.m. against the Santa Cruz Warriors at Adventist Health Arena. Opening Night: A 209 Celebration includes regional entertainment and community activations on the Fan Deck; tickets are required.

Stockton Civic Theatre’s Other Desert Cities ends its run with 7:30 p.m. performances October 22–24. The intimate family drama examines truth, loyalty and political differences, with general admission listed at $25.

City of Stockton Councilmember Brando Villapudua invites residents to an October 21 community meeting to discuss the Van Buskirk Park Revitalization Project and learn more about efforts to improve the neighborhood park. For many Stockton families, neighborhood parks are more than places to play. They are where children make friends, neighbors gather, families spend time outdoors, and communities build connections that extend beyond their own front doors.

Big Valley Ford’s fourth annual Día de los Muertos Festival welcomes Stockton families November 1 with local student musicians, traditional dance, ofrendas and free activities. Tacos and beverages are available while supplies last.

Stockton families can spend Halloween evening together at CandyLand, a free October 31 community celebration featuring two live shows, carnival games, crafts and candy at First Baptist West Campus.