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Ring in the New Year Roman-style at Roman Wolves in Little Italy on Wednesday, December 31 and Thursday, January 1 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Whether you’re toasting to 2026 with friends, planning a family meal, or starting the year with something memorable, Roman Wolves is serving up a celebratory holiday menu perfect for the occasion. Guests can choose from à la carte offerings or a $60 pre-fix menu featuring Roman classics. The menu includes antipasti like Mozzarella in Carrozza and Lamb Lollipops, signature pastas such as Pappardelle Ragu di Roma and Spaghetti Carbonara, and entrées like Filetto di Manzo and Pollo Romana. Finish your celebration with a sweet note, Cannoli or Tiramisu, because every New Year deserves a treat. Enjoy the lively Little Italy atmosphere and raise your glass to 2026. Reserve your table now at romanwolves.com or via OpenTable. Roman Wolves on Facebook / Instagram

Join Gelson’s Markets in spreading holiday cheer during its annual holiday toy drive, running December 1-17. All Gelson’s locations will feature festive red bins where customers can donate new, unwrapped toys for children and teens across Southern California. This year’s drive supports returning regional partners, with all San Diego stores benefiting Promises2Kids. Only new, unwrapped gifts for infants, children and adolescents can be accepted. Suggested items include educational toys, dolls, action figures, craft kits, coloring books, board games, sports gear, books, gift cards, socks, blankets, makeup, pajamas, movies and more. Items that cannot be accepted include stuffed toys, toys filled with pellets or beans, fragile items, toys with sharp edges, violent-themed items, and food products. For more information, visit https://www.gelsons.com/events/view/toydrive. Gelson’s Markets on Instagram

A delightfully witty valentine to the Golden Age of musicals, "The Drowsy Chaperone" bursts to life when a lonely theatre fan drops the needle on his favorite record and a musical extravaganza springs to life before his eyes! Dazzling dance numbers, bumbling gangsters, and a boozy chaperone fill the stage in this laugh-out-loud celebration of musical comedy. With terrific tunes, clever dialog, and irresistible charm, "The Drowsy Chaperone" is both a parody and a tribute to the joy of Broadway itself. Equal parts nostalgia and nonstop fun, it’s a sparkling love letter to the magic of theatre and those who adore it. This show is recommended for ages 10+ with mild language and adult themes For more ticket information contact the box office at (619) 435-4856 or email boxoffice@coronadoplayhouse.com. Coronado Playhouse on Facebook / Instagram

California Center for the Arts, Escondido Foundation transforms downtown into a magical Winter Wonderland, December 6 and 7, from 1 to 5 p.m. both days. Families can play in real snow, make festive crafts, and visit Santa while enjoying seasonal food, drinks, and holiday shopping. This free community event brings the magic of the North Pole to the heart of Escondido – a cherished tradition and the perfect way to welcome the holiday season! Additionally, the City of Escondido is rolling out a Yiftee gift card program where you can purchase gift cards that can be redeemed at a variety of Escondido businesses. For more information, please visit https://artcenter.org/event/winter-wonderland-festival-2025 California Center For The Arts, Escondido on Facebook / Instagram

An Iranian strike on an air base in Saudi Arabia wounded at least 15 U.S. service members. Israel also said it intercepted a missile launched from Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen.

MESA MOVES: Dance Moments An evening of Dance and Entertainment featuring faculty, guest, and student choreography. See talented Mesa College Dancers take to the stage with energy, passion, and enthusiasm! Showcasing a wide range of dynamic dance styles, audiences will be wowed by Hip Hop, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Tap, and More! Choreographers: Mesa Dance Faculty: Blythe Barton, Audrey Bondoc, Donna Flournoy, Faith Jensen-Ismay, Jessica Rabanzo-Flores Guest Choreographers: Nicole Diaz-Pellot, Lauren Hamilton Student Choreographer: Nika Fikhman *All sales are final. Show starts promptly at 7:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. for the matinee. **Photo Image by Sue Brenner Photography.

Meet Vivi Anderson, a member of the Carlsbad Oceanside Art League, North Coastal Art Gallery. Vivi will share her passions, inspirations and world of talents from a book author to her art. It is always interesting to know what makes these artist tic and what keeps their clocks running. Vivi has been an artist for most of her life and loves to put beauty on canvas, with vibrant colors, to inspire everyone that sees her work. The ocean has been one of her most inspiring subjects to paint, as well as colorful flowers in open fields and neighborhood gardens. Having studied under various art instructors has helped her to develop her very own style to create a variety of artwork. Many of her paintings come from local beaches as well as the rugged coast of the Carmel area, including the Asilomar Coast. She studied for four years under Ron DiCianni, a very well-known artist. She learned to paint portraits under Ron because his philosophy is that “If you can paint faces, you can paint anything.” She enjoys painting people’s pets which gives her a freedom to enjoy a variety of subjects on which to apply her artwork.

A large share of the departures so far this term were on the National Security Council staff.

Garibaldi, the rooftop coastal Mediterranean restaurant on the third floor of InterContinental San Diego, is raising a toast to the holidays by extending their Sunset Happy Hour from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. during the 55th Annual San Diego Parade of Lights on Sunday, December 14 and 21! Guests can take in elevated bayfront views while enjoying happy hour plates like fresh-shucked oysters with horseradish and pomegranate mignonette ($2 each), Zummus with tahini and zhoug ($7), Pan con Tomate with mussels escabeche and chorizo iberico ($11), and the Pissaladière with caramelized onions, anchoïade, tomato, niçoise olives, boquerones, fresh basil ($9). The Garibaldi Spritz ($9) rounds out the menu and pairs well with the festive waterfront scene as the decorated boats drift by. Reservations can be made via OpenTable, and enjoy complimentary 3-hour self-parking included for all guests spending over $50. Visit: https://www.garibaldisd.com/ InterContinental San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

A powerful literary milestone arrives at KPBS. On Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, Latina writers and readers will gather for the first Latina Authors Book Fair & Showcase — a cultural celebration created by Latinas, for Latinas. The event highlights recently published Latina authors who will be selling their books, sharing their journeys, and showing others how to publish their own. In a publishing industry where Latinas/os represent only 8% of all published authors in the United States, this event aims to break barriers, expand representation, and open the door for future writers who deserve to be seen and heard. Quote from Elsa Sevilla “When we write, we reclaim history, honor ourselves and our communities, and create space for the next generation to be seen. Our stories empower us — they are vital. This book fair is more than an event; it’s a movement to lift our voices and ignite new ones.” Quote from Erica Alfaro “For many of us, writing is an act of courage. As Latinas, we turn our struggles, our dreams, and our resilience into pages that heal and empower. Sharing our books is how we remind every woman that her story matters — and deserves to be published.” Attendees will: • Meet Latina authors and purchase their books • Learn how they wrote, published, and promoted their work • Ask questions during an interactive panel and Q&A session • Access Two FREE Webinars: Media Training with Elsa & Storytelling with Erica — (for attendees only) As the first Latina Authors Book Fair at KPBS/SDSU, this is a rare opportunity to join a literary space built for the community, by the community. Space is limited. Event: Latina Authors Book Fair & Showcase Date: Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025 Check-in: 6 p.m. Location: KPBS Conrad Prebys Media Complex, SDSU Parking: Included Food and beverages: Light refreshments provided