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The Water Conservation Garden’s beloved Ms. Smarty-Plants™ is welcoming you and your friends to encounter the magic of the Holidays by hosting Father Christmas for family and pet photos! Mixed in the fun will be a special Holiday Gift Shop just for kids, creative ornament making, a festive bubble dance party, a yummy bake sale and a special members corner. With surprises and fun for all, it will be a Very Merry Garden indeed! The Water Conservation Garden on Social Media Twitter| Instagram | Facebook

A new film by musician and filmmaker Yale Strom explores the life and legacy of San Diego Folk Festival founder.

Kids 5th Grade & Under can bring their stocking and we'll fill it with goodies! Then stick around for a Christmas movie and treats! This is a free, outdoor event and you can get your tickets here! Follow on Socials! Facebook & Twitter

The First United Methodist Church - Escondido presents "The Gift of the Animals," a Christmas musical based upon the 12th-century Latin song "The Friendly Beasts," which tells of the gifts given to the newborn Jesus by the animals who were present. This all-church musical will feature the Disciple Singers choir and children and adult members from the church's three congregations (Sanctuary, Rise, and Manantial). This musical is being presented as a gift to the community.

Trinity Theatre Company continues their 11th Grown Up Stage (GUS) season under the guidance of Artistic Director, Sean Boyd with their first New Works Festival. The New Works Festival celebrates the works of 10 Emerging New Playwrights from across the county. TTC received 400 submissions from across the country. From those they chose 25 finalists and ultimately 10 new plays that are produced as staged readings using local talent from San Diego’s vibrant arts community. Trinity Theatre Company performs in Community Actor’s Theatre space. The 10 New Plays Showcased in Trinity’s New Works Festival are: "Mama, It's Me" Written by: Sharonfaith Horton (San Diego, CA) Directed by: Austyn Myers "Lobster Man" Written by: Jonathon Cook (South Carolina) Directed by: Cody Bray "Fireworks" Written by: Ross Tedford Kendall Directed by: Erica Kahn "The Unicorn Horn" Written by: Mike Byham (Dallas, TX) Directed by: Tyler Hewes "SAA (Not That One)" Written by: Luis Roberto Herrera (South Florida) Directed by: Jaeonnie Davis-Crawford "Give Up the Ghost" Written by: Andrew Martineau (Springfield, VA) Directed by: Hannah Meade "My Dad Was Kinda, Sorta in the Mob" Written by: Lauren Miller (Cape Coral, FL) Directed by: Bobby Imperato "Bovine Existential" Written by: Brian C. Petti (Hudson Valley, NY) Directed by: Courtnee Dempsey "Lady in the Moon" Written by: Tom Chin (Ocean City, NJ) Directed by: BJ Robinson "Spit in Your Face" Co-written by: Paul Heller (San Francisco, CA) and Alberto Lomnitz Directed: Estefania de la Torre Local Directors Include: Bobby Imperato, Courtnee Stagner, Hannah Meade, Estefania de la Torre, Tyler Richards Hewes, Jaeonnie Crawford, Austyn Myers, Cody Bray, Erica Kahn, and BJ Robinson Local Actors Include: Phoebe Appel, Charlotte Baltzer, Marley Bauer, Connor Boyd, Joshua Christopher, Gretchen Conrad,Andy Elden, Zahara Farrar, Abi Hood, Sharonfaith Horton, Arturo Ibarra, Angelina Janelle, Wes Jensen, Sashank Kanchustambam, Ellen Kaz, Valentine Marie, Alana Marshall, Melanie Mino, Amy Oliverio, Bruce Dylan Patton, Kayla René, Ruth Russell, Steve Schlam,Samantha Schmidt, Jonny Taylor and Kimmy Weinberger

After one of the main ingredients in a classic version of the icebox cake was discontinued, fans are scrambling to find alternatives for their no-bake summer dessert fix.

On December 10, 2022, the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego will welcome Presiding Bishop Michael Curry and the Rev. Dr. William Barber II to Southern California for a free celebration of good news. With interactive outreach projects, workshops, live discussion panels, youth offerings, and an evening of celebration at the beautiful Town and Country Resort, this is the perfect time to get away and enjoy some good news. SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Celebrate a night of music for the season with the MiraCosta Symphony Orchestra and Choirs. The stage will be set to entertain all ages, and audiences will enjoy a variety of music, from Handel's Messiah to favorite holiday classics. This 75-minute concert is performed without intermission. Directed by Branden Muresan and Arlie Langager. General Admission: $10; Student/Faculty/Staff/Senior/Military/Child: $8 Location: Concert Hall (OC2400)

Things may get a little inky as students work together to dissect a real squid. Students will develop scientific research skills as they learn about squids and other animals that make their homes in ocean ecosystems. This is an in-person workshop. Registration is required Registration Link can be accessed here. Registration for this event will close on November 29, 2022 @ 11:59 p.m. Allowed Grades: 6th Grade to 8th Grade

Qatar, a U.S. ally, is the regional power best positioned to both influence Hamas and play a mediating role with Israel. Here's what to know.