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“Every dish carries a story — of the land, the people, and the love that sustains them.” – Pyet DeSpain As the season of harvest and gathering arrives, join us for an inspiring evening with Pyet DeSpain, winner of Gordon Ramsay’s "Next Level Chef" and author of the stunning debut cookbook, "Rooted in Fire: a Celebration of Native American and Mexican Cooking." Pyet will share how her Native American and Mexican heritage infuses every recipe with tradition, resilience, and deep respect for the earth. Through stories, flavors, and ancestral wisdom, she invites us to celebrate the ways food can connect us, honor our roots, and nourish both body and spirit. “Pyet’s talent is evident in every recipe in this book. The way she weaves her heritage into her dishes is extraordinary… Trust me, you’re in for an absolute treat.” – Gordon Ramsay “[Pyet’s] voice is heartfelt, her vision and dedication are clear, and her talent within the Indigenous food movement is undeniable. This book marks an important chapter in her growing legacy.” – Sean Sherman, founder of the Sioux Chef/Natifs.Org and author of the Sioux Chef’s Indigenous Kitchen and Turtle Island. Visit: 'Rooted in Fire': a Carlsbad City Library Thanksgiving Week Adventure Stephanie Pyetwetmokwe DeSpain on Instagram

USA Today bestselling author Kaira Rouda redefined her life when she wrote her first novel "Here, Home, Hope." She carried her childhood dream of writing stories with her into adulthood, and made her own dreams come true following an inspiring conversation that helped her realize she had not yet done all she wanted to in life. Since then, she has shifted to write gripping psychological thrillers, pushing her characters to uncover each other’s darkest secrets. As Rouda returns with "We Were Never Friends," we invite you to join us for a very special book pre-launch event to discuss this thrilling exploration of how the past influences the present, as the sorority sisters of Theta Gamma Mu realize nothing stays buried forever. “Nobody does twisty revenge like Kaira Rouda―and her trademark dark humor and deviously toxic characters are always deliciously entertaining.” – Hank Phillippi Ryan, USA Today bestselling author “Kaira Rouda has a way of drawing you in with great characters, fast-paced writing, and a story that won’t let you go.” – Samantha Downing, USA Today bestselling author This event is free and open to the public. This is a special pre-publication launch event. All pre-ordered copies of "We Were Never Friends" will be delivered to you at the event for signing, and books will also be available at the event for signing. Only books pre-ordered or purchased at the event will be eligible for signing. Adventures by the Book on Facebook / Instagram

USA Today bestselling author Kaira Rouda wrote her first novel "Here, Home, Hope" following a conversation about her work of nonfiction that inspired her to pursue writing novels, a dream she had held since she was a child. Since then, she has shifted to write gripping psychological thrillers, pushing her characters to uncover each other’s darkest secrets. As Rouda returns with "We Were Never Friends," we invite you to join us for a very special book launch event to discuss this thrilling exploration of how the past influences the present, as the sorority sisters of Theta Gamma Mu realize nothing stays buried forever. “Nobody does twisty revenge like Kaira Rouda―and her trademark dark humor and deviously toxic characters are always deliciously entertaining.” – Hank Phillippi Ryan, USA Today bestselling author “Kaira Rouda has a way of drawing you in with great characters, fast-paced writing, and a story that won’t let you go.” – Samantha Downing, USA Today bestselling author Registration for this event is free and open to the public, but seating is limited. Pre-order a copy of "We Were Never Friends" to guarantee event admission and priority seating. This is a special pre-publication launch event, all copies of "We Were Never Friends" will be deliver to you at the event for signing. Adventures by the Book on Facebook / Instagram

Just in time for Halloween week… Get ready to be spooked, thrilled, and utterly enchanted by our Mystery Author Brunch Adventure! Join us for a hair‑raising brunch with New York Times and bestselling authors Christina Baker Kline, Elise Hart Kipness, John Copenhaver, and Jon Bassoff — in tantalizing conversation with Anne Burt. Your Adventure includes: – A full buffet brunch (ie, pancakes, eggs, muffins, fruit, hash browns, bacon, coffee or hot tea – All taxes and gratuity included — no tricks, just treats – A meet‑and‑greet with five phenomenal authors who will send shivers down your spine in the best literary way This unforgettable Adventure is remarkable not only for the Halloween spirit (think cozy chills and literary thrills) but also because seating is limited and served up on a first‑come, first‑served basis. So don your favorite costume if you are so inclined (optional only), grab your fellow mystery lovers, and register early to guarantee your spot! Come join us — it’s where brunch meets mystery, mayhem meets mastery, and unforgettable stories come to life. Ready to reserve your spot? Simply click on the Event Registration link below to secure your seat at the brunch: adventuresbythebook.com/calendar-event/halloween-10-26-25/ Prefer exclusive perks? Upgrade to our Spooktacular VIP Registration, which includes: - Buffet brunch with all the delicious fixings - All four books from our featured authors at a discounted price - Priority seating — front-of-the-room thrills guaranteed! Book Signing Details: Only books pre‑ordered or purchased at the event are eligible for signing. Don’t miss your chance to walk away with a signed keepsake! Adventures by the Book on Facebook / Instagram

Start the night with us at Ecru Hour, our Labor Day spin on golden hour! Shop the looks, sip a little something, and dance into the night while DJ Clover sets the mood. Then head up to the Rooftop Bar in style, but the Ozone is where the night begins. The Ozone on Instagram

The Trump administration, which has railed against what it describes as "woke" policies, removed MLK Day and Juneteenth from next year's list of fare-exempt days for visitors at dozens of national parks.

Health advocates say the proposal to reinstate the Medi-Cal asset limit would keep people in poverty while Gov. Newsom says it’s essential to cut rising costs.

San Diego fiction writer and Small Press Nite founder Kevin Kearney’s latest novel follows a young and impressionable rideshare driver as his job — and the app behind it — begins to take over his life.

Waymo is issuing a software recall for its self-driving cars after reports the company's autonomous vehicles failed to stop for school buses.

About 3 million glucose monitoring sensors were potentially affected by a production error that caused incorrect low glucose readings.