🗓️ Season schedule + promotional nights

• Opening weekend | Friday, Oct. 13 + Saturday, Oct. 14 | All fans will receive a rally towel and magnet schedule.
• Tigres Del Mar | Saturday, Oct. 28 | In celebration of Latinx + Hispanic heritage, the Barracuda will transform into Tigres Del Mar and give out special pins.
• Pucks & Paws | Sunday, Nov. 12 | Claim a sporty pup calendar and logo water bowl.

🏒 Who to watch

• Shakir Mukhamadullin (Defense, No. 85) — Sharks’ Head Coach David Quinn sees him as a top defensive prospect for the Sharks.
• Justin Bailey (Right Wing, No. 90) — This newcomer skated 58 games with the Bakersfield Condors, scoring second in team goals (19) and fifth in points (32).
• Tristen Robins (Center/Right Wing, No. 52) — Known for his short-handed goals + quick maneuvers, Robins earned a spot on the Sharks at the end of last season.

📺 How to watch

• Reading to Furry Friends | Wednesday, Oct. 11 | 4:30 p.m. | San Jose Library: Almaden Branch, 6455 Camden Ave., San Jose | Free | Children are invited to practice reading skills with trained service dogs as a captive audience.
• Brats & Balls Bingo | Wednesday, Oct. 11 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Britannia Arms Almaden, 5027 Almaden Expy., San Jose | Free | Register to get a free Bingo card at this party celebrating all things Oktoberfest.

• 32nd Annual Pacific International Quilt Festival | Thursday, Oct. 12 | 9 a.m. | Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Pkwy., Santa Clara | $20 | Browse collections of quilt, textile, and wearable art from around the world.
• “La Muerte Baila” | Through Sunday, Oct. 22 | Times vary | Mexican Heritage Theater, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose | $10-$40 | Performed in Spanish, this story follows a recently departed soul who arrives in the land of the dead on the eve of Día de los Muertos.

• Rock En Español Night | Friday, Oct. 13 | 9 p.m. | The Ritz, 400 S. First St., San Jose | $15 | Dance to tunes from Cafe Tacvba, Mana, Soda Stereo, Caifanes, and many other classic rockers.
• “Dracula” | Friday, Oct. 13-Sunday, Oct. 15 | Times vary | Hammer Theatre Center, 101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose | $40-$60 | Revisit the haunting tale in this dance interpretation.

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• A Fremont-based ownership group has purchased property at 395 S. Winchester Blvd. for $4.8 million. Though previous plans envisioned a housing + mixed-use project for the site, the buyer has not announced its intentions yet. (The Mercury News)

• Mayor Matt Mahan’s office is exploring a potential downtown incubator or accelerator for artificial intelligence (AI) startups. Looking to be “a leader in the AI landscape,” the city will look into an expedited permitting process + cheaper utility rates for AI developments. (San Jose Inside)

• With the Sharks’ season starting tomorrow night, get excited for a ton of new food + beverage options at the SAP Center. Voyager Craft Coffee, Bibo’s Pizza, Nourish (bowls + salads), Serious Dumpling, Haute Dog (upscale hot dogs), and Treat Street (ice cream) are now open at the Tank.

• After 67 years in business, the Safeway location near the Valley Fair Mall on Stevens Creek Boulevard will close in early November. According to Safeway’s company, the store wasn’t “meeting financial expectations.” Plans for the vacancy have not yet been announced. (SF Gate)

• The city will audit San Jose Animal Care and Services (SJACS) to compare the center to industry standards, ensure the best animal care, and be responsive to the needs of the community. The shelter currently houses ~715 animals and is over capacity. (San Jose Inside)

• On Saturday, Oct. 21, Mayor Matt Mahan will present the annual State of the City at San Jose City College. The mayor will talk about the progress made since he took office eight months ago. Seats are limited, so RSVP for a spot to the 1 p.m. event.

• In case you missed it, we’re running our inaugural SJtoday Pumpkin Carving Contest this month, and submissions are open through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 15. To participate, simply carve, paint, or decorate a pumpkin in a way that is fun for you + send us a photo. Make a submission.

• Speaking of pumpkins... In case you missed it, a 2,749-lb pumpkin stole the show at the annual Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off that took place in Half Moon Bay on Monday. Defending champ Travis Gienger broke his record (and the world record) by 47 pounds this year. (NBC Bay Area)

• Did you know? There’s a common ingredient many dog food manufacturers include in dog food that you should stop feeding your dog immediately. Find out what it is.*

• It’s the last day of Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days. Shop deals on holiday gifts now, like 40% off the Fire HD Kids tablet that Good Housekeeping named “Best Tablet for Big Kids.”*

• These Halloween-inspired earrings from Eleven + Jane will spook up any outfit. Add a ghostly touch to your look with the Cowboy Up Ghost Earrings.

• Add a hint of spooky to your pup’s wardrobe with Hannah Chloe Co.'s Pink & Spooky Reversible Bandana.

• The Chom Chom pet hair remover sucks up way, way more pet hair than we ever thought we had in your house. Get it on sale for Prime Big Deal Days.

• The Zojirushi Micom Rice Cooker is on sale for Prime Big Deal Days. Shop the deal to cook perfect rice every time (seriously).

• The internet’s favorite tumbler — the 40-oz. Stanley Quencher — is in stock in cute colors like pool, jade, and orchid.