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This weekend in the arts: Get festive with Kitschmastime, December Nights, SoNoFest and more; catch a 1980s spin on "Twelfth Night"; new works of theater and contemporary dance; chamber folk; a pottery tour and more.

Join The League of Amazing Programmers for an exciting Hour of Code at Mission Valley Library! Discover the power of Python programming and learn the fundamentals from expert instructors. This class is recommended for students in grades 4 through high school. No prior knowledge is needed. Registration is required. You can register online here. Audience: Recommended for kids in grades 4-12. Mission Valley Branch Library on Facebook

A free 20 minute breakfast lecture series for our creative community. Join us for coffee, donuts, and inspiration every last Friday of the month. Kendrick Dial, artistically known as Mr. Lyrical Groove is a multidisciplinary artist, spoken word poet, and front man of the award-winning band The Lyrical Groove, known for blending soul, hip-hop, and thought-provoking lyricism. With experience as a Navy veteran, creative & executive coach and leadership trainer, he brings a unique blend of structure and soul to his work. Under the umbrella of his own consulting brand Creative Engagement, he fuses professional development and creativity to allow learners & professionals to explore personal narratives with cultural commentary, using music, poetry, and performance as tools for healing and social change. He recently released a musical project entitled "Clean Pain" and is expanding that project amongst other creative landscapes as we speak. Kenrick Dial on Instagram

LIFE at MiraCosta is a lifelong learning group. LIFE meets every Friday on the Oceanside campus of MiraCosta College. Please join us for FREE, Interesting, Entertaining, and Engaging Talks! At 1 p.m. "The Bountiful Benefits of Bats" presented by Cindy Myers, Volunteer, SD Humane Society Bats are important to ecosystems worldwide, including here in southern California but most people know little about these tiny, winged wonders. Learn about our 22 native bat species and their habitats. At 2:30 p.m. "San Diego Scam Jam: Protect Yourself from Fraud" presented by Tiffany Zhang, MPH, Community Engagement and Outreach Manager, AARP Knowledge is Power in the fight against fraud! Join us and learn how to avoid scams before they happen with the AARP Fraud Watch Network! Learn about the top scams in San Diego, identifying red flags. Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html

In failing to fully fund the food assistance program that covers 42 million low-income Americans, the judge said the government "failed to consider the harms" to people who rely on the benefits.

Behind the Catch: A Yellowtail Experience, returns to Vistal for an engaging, interactive four-course dinner on Friday, August 15 at 6:15p.m.! This special edition of Vistal’s quarterly dinner series dives deep into the seafood industry, highlighting the Yellowtail during its peak season in San Diego (June-October). Before indulging in the main courses, guests will hear from John Hyde, Ph.D., NOAA Program Lead, and Jared Saaib, Owner of Strictly Irons, as they educate and share the significance of the Yellowtail. The experience includes a live breakdown demonstration with Chula Seafood, while guests will enjoy tray-passed appetizers. Following the demonstration, Chef de Cuisine Fabian Aceves will present a curated four-course dinner featuring, Wild California vs. Farmed Baja Yellowtail Crudo, Seared Yellowtail Nicoise Salad, Coconut Butter Poached Yellowtail, and Dulce De Leche Cheesecake. This dining experience supports Vistal’s longtime commitment of supporting sustainable seafood, as they partner with local nonprofit organizations. For $85 per person, come learn about the beloved coastal species! Tickets are available online. Vistal on Facebook / Instagram

Create handmade cards to be donated to children in the foster care system. For 4 years, our founder, Wen Song, has contributed to the annual Cards For Cubs fundraiser by creating and donating over 150 handmade cards. This year, we are inviting you to attend our FREE card making event where you get the chance to create your own cards to be donated! Every child deserves the opportunity to be loved and seen. This is your chance to make a difference in their lives. For ages 10+ Visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYBrla3zNRmpSnuPBzo3XHSI_nfeLDEI4nuDLeQ9AZ1B3lkw/viewform Cards for Cubs on Instagram and Facebook

If you're looking for a way to blend Southern California sunshine with the festive spirit of a classic German celebration, then the Encinitas Oktoberfest & Artisan Faire on Sunday, September 28 is where you need to be! The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce and Visit Encinitas have announced that their 29th annual Oktoberfest will take place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 15,000 guests are expected to attend this premier Oktoberfest in San Diego County. The ceremonial parade is slated for noon. This family-oriented and pet-friendly festival and artisan faire is free and open to the public. Live entertainment including Bavarian music and dance troupes keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy. Authentic German food, international refreshments, two beer gardens and a diverse selection of local artisan products make the event a great opportunity to eat, drink and be merry and shop for unique crafts, jewelry and other handmade goods while supporting local businesses. A special kids play zone with inflatable slides, games, crafts, face painting and a rock-climbing wall make sure there is plenty to keep the little ones entertained while the adults enjoy the festivities. And for the first time, there will be a pet costume contest where furry friends get to show off their best German-themed costumes and compete for fun prizes. As lively oompah music plays in the background, festival goers will be transported to Munich as steins of golden frothy beers flow freely and the aroma of sizzling sausages, crispy schnitzel and warm pretzels waft through the air.

Photographs help us look back on the moments that defined the year. Taken by NPR photojournalists nationwide, this collection goes beyond the headlines to reveal quietly powerful human stories.

As summer days shorten, the earliest winter birds arrive. Keen observers may witness small flocks of Phalaropes swimming in dizzy circles in our quiet ponds. As we walk through vibrant fields of yellow goldenbush, we may spot a colorful Argiope spider patiently waiting in the center of her neat, tidy web or an emerald-colored green lynx spider, hidden against the foliage, waiting to ambush a passing bee. Hit the trails with us and enjoy the wonder of nature’s seasonal transition! The event is weather permitting, and wildlife is unpredictable; there is no guarantee of what you will see. Nature Collective is a local conservation and science education nonprofit organization. They work to restore habitats, provide healthier waters, and increase wildlife diversity. They are dedicated to conserving the land and providing experiences for people to fall in love with nature. Ages 15+ (Registration Required) RSVP: https://naturecollective.org/event/wildlife-tour-september-13/ San Elijo Lagoon (meet-up location will be emailed to registered participants) Nature Collective on Facebook / Instagram