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Our annual reading guide returns with 380+ new titles handpicked by NPR staff and trusted critics. Find 13 years of recommendations all in one place — that's more than 4,000 great reads.

Hosted in partnership with the San Diego Bird Festival, this special Nat Talk features keynote speaker Dexter Patterson, birder, storyteller, educator, and co-founder of the BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin. Also known as the Wisco Birder, Dexter Patterson is passionate about making birdwatching inclusive for everyone. His lively "You Ready? Let's Go!" videos showcase his discoveries of various bird species and have earned millions of views online. As an educator, photographer, writer, and co-founder of the BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin, Dexter is committed to demonstrating that birding is accessible to all. His goal is to promote inclusivity and help people connect with nature's beauty through Bird Joy. He also co-hosts the Bird Joy Podcast and is the author of Birds of the Great Lakes (Timber Press/Hachette, 2025), a birding field guide that blends birding, storytelling, and community. Through his work, he encourages a new generation of birdwatchers to explore the outdoors and appreciate the diverse life around them. Tickets for this special keynote presentation are $32 for members and $35 non-members. Tickets to attend virtually can be purchased here. Dexter Patterson on Facebook / Instagram

The Guttmacher Institute has a new analysis on how many abortions happened in 2025.

As free speech dominates national headlines, we sit down with local scholars to discuss how recent FCC moves could impact broadcasters here in San Diego. Plus, how national politics are impacting the tradition of comedy.

Explore stories of loved ones lost and hear KPBS staff and community members reflect on their memories. You'll also find grief resources, tools to share and a downloadable Día de Muertos coloring book.

Since late 2020, the cost of eating food away from home has risen over 30 % percent in the San Diego metro area. That's making dining out a luxury for many.

All aboard for the Jingle Belle Family Cruise featuring Santa – a San Diego holiday tradition on Mission Bay! Delight in the sounds of cheerful Christmas carolers and visit the cash bar for fresh-baked cookies and seasonal sips. Little ones can dive into interactive holiday crafts, while the whole family captures the magic with a special photo alongside Santa himself. This merry cruise is the perfect way to create lasting memories together. A portion of the event's proceeds benefits Mama's Kitchen, a San Diego nonprofit that provides medically tailored meals to individuals and families vulnerable to malnutrition due to critical illness. Visit: https://www.bahiahotel.com/event/jingle-belle-cruise Bahia Resort Hotel on Instagram and Facebook

Skating by the Sea Nov 21-Jan 4, 2026 Take a spin around Hotel del Coronado's famous beachfront ice rink, featuring stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. A portion of the proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish® San Diego. Enhance your experience by reserving a rink-side or ocean-side Frostbite Lounge with plush seating, roaring fire pits, holiday-themed libations, and delectable bites. Guests can also enjoy ice rink views from the Sun Deck, Babcock & Story Bar and Serẽa. Rink Schedule & Reservations Kick off the holiday season on opening day, November 22, with a special musical performance at 5 p.m. by Broadway star Jenna Leigh Green! November 21 – 30 Fri, Nov 21, 2 p.m. – 10 p.m. Daily, Nov 22 – 30, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. December 1 – 18 Mon-Thu, 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. Fri, 2 p.m. – 10 p.m. Sat & Sun, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Opens at 6 p.m. on Dec 1 December 19 – January 4 Daily, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Value Skate Days Take $5 off General Admission on select Mondays: Nov. 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15. Schedule is subject to change. Hotel del Coronado on Facebook / Instagram

Missed the show live? You can still experience "Dead Moose" through our limited-time streaming presentation! Watch this bold world premiere musical from home from February 24 –March 1, 2026. Once you purchase a ticket, you’ll receive a private streaming link and password so you can settle in, press play, and experience the show from home. "Dead Moose" tells the story of Job, an eighteen-year-old who miraculously survives a car accident with a moose. Returning home from the hospital, he begins to reassess his life in a series of non-linear vignettes — grappling with questions of death, fate, and religion. All the while, the nagging voice of the dead moose lingers in his head, pushing and provoking him at every turn. Originally conceived by writer/composer Tafolla while attending AMDA Los Angeles, "Dead Moose" first introduced audiences to its songs in 2018 at Republic of Pie in Los Angeles. A concert reading was later staged in January 2025 at the City Heights Performance Annex in San Diego, directed by Tafolla and produced by Kevin “Blax” Burroughs. Content Disclaimer: "Dead Moose" is not recommended for audiences under the age of 14. Content includes themes of suicide, abuse, death, religious trauma, body shaming, homophobia and racism. This production contains flashing lights and projections, haze and loud music. Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram

Premieres Monday, Nov. 10, 2025 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+. Country music legend Trace Adkins joins the U.S. Army Field Band to host Salute to Service 2025: A Veterans Day Celebration. Featuring unforgettable performances by opera superstar Angel Blue, jazz vocalist Kurt Elling, and Trace Adkins himself.