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Back by popular demand, the German American Societies of San Diego will be hosting another Traditional Christmas Market in the Biergarten on two days: Saturday, Dec. 13 and Sunday Dec. 14, 2025. Bundle up in [San Diego] winter attire to shop for homemade goods and holiday gifts, listen to live music, watch performances from both adult and youth choral and dance groups, eat traditional dishes like Currywurst and European pastries, and sip on cool seasonal brews or warm Glühwein. This festive occasion is sure to warm hearts and fill bellies while kicking off the merriest of seasons at our home away from home: The German American Societies of San Diego. Tickets are $5 and they will be available at the gate. Club members, volunteers, Military and youth under the age of 21 are free. Parking is also free on site; when the lot fills, please seek street parking. Sorry, no pets. German American Societies of San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Come and enjoy New Years Day with Five Star Tours as we take you to the Rose Parade with transportation, reserved seating, snacks and escort for only $169 per person. Enjoy the excitement of New Year’s morning in the tradition and pageantry of magnificent floral floats, high-stepping equestrian units and spirited marching bands at the Rose Parade in Pasadena, California on January 1, 2026. The Tournament of Roses Official Tour is the ideal way to experience a wonderful New Year’s celebration. All event tickets are confirmed and guaranteed. Tour includes transportation, reserved seating and snacks. Seats are north facing seats which means there's no sun in your eyes. Departs various locations throughout San Diego at 4 a.m. from various locations Departure Points: - South San Diego- Palomar Trolley Station, Chula Vista, CA 4 a.m. - Central San Diego- Santa Fe Train Station, 1050 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101 4:20 a.m. - North County San Diego Coastal- La Costa Park & Ride, La Costa, CA 4:45 a.m. - North County Oceanside- Oceanside Transit Center, 235 S. Tremont Street, Oceanside, CA 5 a.m. - Anaheim- Sheraton Park Anaheim, 1855 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92802 @ 5:45 a.m. Returns 1 hour after parade with a lunch stop on own in San Juan Capistrano for San Diego. *(time are estimated) Five Star Tours on Facebook / Instagram

Jules, a young Parisian postman, secretly records a concert performance given by the opera singer Cynthia Hawkins, whom he idolises. The following day, Jules runs into a woman who is being pursued by armed thugs. Before she is killed, the woman slips an audio cassette into his mail bag… The new 4K restoration of DIVA was produced from the original 35mm negative and the sound negative. Scanned in 4K by TransPerfect Media, the image was then digitally graded and cleaned to remove imperfections from the original elements. The project was carried out by the Studiocanal team, Sophie Boyer and Jean-Pierre Boiget. Restoration and digitization with the support of the CNC. Ticket Prices: FREE Members Only Screening. RSVP REQUIRED. Seating is not guaranteed, First Come First Served even with RSVP. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the screening time to secure a seat. This free screening is for active members only. Only one ticket can be redeemed per member. We will be verifying online orders against our member list to ensure that tickets are being reserved by active members only. All orders placed by nonmembers will be cancelled. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

The San Diego Asian Film Festival showcases 150 films from 30 countries over the next 10 days.

Mary Hennessy served Santee’s community for 40 years at her donut shop, Mary’s Donuts. She passed away last month, but her granddaughter says her recipes and legacy remain.

After-School Painting Class // Ages 6-8 This painting class is designed especially for young artists who are ready to explore the colorful world of painting! Each week introduces a new artistic skill—like mixing colors, using different brushstrokes, and creating simple shapes and textures—while encouraging kids to express their own unique ideas. Students will work with acrylic paints on paper and canvas as they create landscapes, animals, abstract art, and more. Throughout the course, artists will: - Discover primary and secondary colors - Practice brush control and basic painting techniques - Learn how to plan and build a picture step-by-step - Explore creative themes that spark storytelling and self-expression - Build confidence as young artists through positive guidance and fun learning environment By the end of six weeks, each artist will have a portfolio of artwork and a stronger understanding of how to use paint as a tool for creativity. This class is perfect for kids who love to make, imagine, and explore, and who are ready to learn something new, or refine existing painting skills. Parents are welcome to drop off their child for class or stay in our space during the class while students create. Feel free to choose what works best for you! Sample Class Format - Week 1: Welcome to Painting! Color Mixing -️ Week 2: Abstract Botanicals - Week 3: Surreal Animals with Salvador Dali -️ Week 4: Still Life Painting - Week 5: Landscapes & Nature Painting - Week 6: Final Masterpiece: Self Portrait & Mini-Gallery ArtReach San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Book and lyrics by Timothy Mason Music by Mel Marvin Original production conceived and directed by Jack O’Brien Additional lyrics by Theodor S. Geisel Additional music by Albert Hague Original choreography by John DeLuca Directed by James Vásquez "Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" is a wonderful, whimsical musical based upon the classic Dr. Seuss book. Back for its 28th incredible year, the family favorite features the songs “Santa for a Day,” “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch,” and “Welcome, Christmas (Fah Who Doraze),” the delightful carol from the popular animated version of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" Celebrate the holidays as the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe’s Conrad Prebys Theatre Center, is once again transformed into the snow-covered Who-ville, right down to the last can of Who-hash. Running time: One hour and 20 minutes. There is no intermission. Age RequirementsFor Ages 3+: Children under the age of three will not be permitted to performances of "Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" with the exception of 10:30 a.m. All-Ages Performances. Each individual attending an afternoon or evening performance must have a ticket for their own seat for admission. Minors ages 12 and under are not permitted unaccompanied in the theatre, and they must be seated with an accompanying adult. 10:30 a.m. All-Ages Performance - Children under the age of three will be admitted to 10:30 a.m. all ages performances ONLY. At the 10:30 a.m. performances only, free lap tickets may be requested for any child under the age of three who will occupy the same seat and sit on the lap of a parent or guardian in attendance. Regardless of age, each audience member, including babes in arms, must have a ticket to be admitted into the theatre. Free lap tickets for children under three must be obtained from the Ticket Services Department at (619) 234-5623. (Please note: free lap tickets are not available for children three-years-old and up or for any afternoon or evening performance.) ASL-Interpreted Performance: Friday, December 12 at 7:00 p.m. Sensory-Friendly Performance: Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Open-Caption Performance: Friday, December 19 at 5:00 p.m.

Note: Though this class is offered as part of the Certificate in Memoir Writing, there is no pre-requisite to join this class. All students, members, and nonmembers are encouraged to enroll. In this workshop, participants will deepen their character work and learn how to craft a compelling memoir scene complete with description, details and dialogue that will bring the written word to life. A deeper understanding of the two voices of memoir will be explored; the voice of innocence and the voice of experience. Participants will gain a strong understanding of how and when to create real, conversational dialogue and utilize flashbacks. Tools to communicate clarity of character will be taught to bring the people in the story to life for the reader. Participants will be encouraged to submit another chapter of their work for peer review. (Those following the certificate program will have 3-5 chapters written by the end of this class.) Class structure: Except for the first class, the first hour will be lecture and the second hour will be read and critique where participants can workshop their material or class assignments. Tone of class: We strive to create a supportive, nurturing environment where participants feel encouraged to share, risk and connect to their most creative self. Our textbook, "7 Essential Writing Tools," is available for purchase on the first day of class for $10 or on Amazon/Kindle. Note: There will be no class on March 28 (San Diego Writers Festival) or April 4 (Easter)! Please also note that you will receive your Zoom link via email 24 hours before the start of this class. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Coastal Collectors Expo 2026 is Southern California’s largest free trading card and collectibles event. This full-day show brings together collectors, hobbyists, and vendors from across the region to buy, sell, trade, and explore rare and unique collectibles. The expo features more than 60 curated vendors offering Pokémon TCG, Magic: The Gathering, sports cards, One Piece, Lorcana, vintage packs, sealed product, graded cards, and more. Attendees can enjoy giveaways, live entertainment, food and drinks, and indoor and outdoor areas for trading and socializing. Hosted by Cards & Collectors, BallinZC, Alolan Shack, and Dezidex, the event welcomes collectors of all experience levels, families, and hobby enthusiasts looking to connect with the local community and discover rare finds. Parking: Free onsite parking Contact: Ryan – (619) 734-6771 | ryan@cardsandcollectors.com More Info & Vendor Registration: CardsAndCollectors.com Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026 Time: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: California Center for the Arts, Escondido Address: 340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025 Admission: Free, all ages welcome Cards & Collectors on Facebook / Instagram

Thousands of men in California are neither working nor in school. Gov. Gavin Newsom has called it a “crisis,” both for the labor market and for men’s mental health.