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From the KPBS holiday arts guide: Playwright Anna Ouyang Moench's new comedy follows a young actor who returns to the same local theater production of "A Christmas Carol" year after year — though his roles change as he ages. Moench, part of the writing room for Apple TV+'s "Severance," has a knack for writing powerful and relatable character-driven plays like the recent Moxie Theatre production of "Birds of North America." Details: Nov. 19 - Dec. 15. La Jolla Playhouse, 2910 La Jolla Village Dr., La Jolla. $30+. —Julia Dixon Evans, KPBS From the organizers: By Anna Ouyang Moench & Directed by Les Waters Christmas, but not as you know it. Leave the little ones at home and gather ‘round for a very Playhouse take on Christmas. "Your Local Theater Presents: A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens, Again" is a laugh-out-loud funny and heartfelt story for theatre lovers and holiday enthusiasts alike. Eddie is a young actor, fresh out of Juilliard and ready to make his mark on the American Theatre. His dreams are within reach… sort of. First he’s just going to do this regional production of "A Christmas Carol." As the years pass, Eddie finds himself back at the same local theatre, over and over and over again. Much remains the same: the play, the stage manager, the green room — though Eddie finds himself in different costumes as he ages through the male roles over the course of his career. Anna Ouyang Moench’s comedic and moving new play is a love letter to actors, artists and dreamers of all professions who make sacrifices large and small in service of their work… and ultimately wonder whether it was worth it. Visit: La Jolla Playhouse La Jolla Playhouse on Instagram and Facebook

By Eboni Booth & Directed by Knud Adams Winner of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for Drama Happy hour is a state of mind. When "Primary Trust" by Eboni Booth premiered in New York in 2023, The Observer said, “it will restore your faith in theatre’s elemental storytelling powers.” The Daily Beast said it’s “pretty darn near to perfect.” Don’t miss the West Coast premiere of this award-winning New York Times Critic’s Pick play that will surprise you, and fill you with hope. Kenneth, a 36-year-old bookstore worker in a small upstate New York town, spends his evenings sipping mai tais at the local tiki bar with his best friend Bert. When he’s suddenly laid off, Kenneth faces challenges he has long avoided—with transformative and heart-warming results. Primary Trust is a touching story of new beginnings, old (and new) friends, and finding the courage to see the world for the first time. Visit: La Jolla Playhouse La Jolla Playhouse on Instagram and Facebook

PB Pumpkin Patch offers a huge selection of pumpkins in all shapes & sizes up to 100 lbs and at affordable prices. We offer a wide variety of accessories and decorations to enhance your home or business decor. Open daily beginning October 1 Monday - Friday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. PB Pumpkin patch offers a free pumpkin carving and painting area for the kids or the kid in you! Enjoy our FREE Hot Apple Cider and FREE Shaved Ice for the Kiddos! Food & beverages available to purchase. In Stock! Huge Selection of Pumpkins in All Shapes & Sizes Carving Tools & Kits Stencils Paint Kits Stickers Lights & Candles Indian Corn Gourds Corn Stalks Straw Bales And More! Visit: https://pbpumpkinpatch.com/

Startups are catering to mourners who want a way to communicate with their lost loved ones — or at least digital likeness of them.

On Thursday, all trolley lines and bus routes will operate on a Sunday schedule, MTS officials said.

Macy's is promising its largest Thanksgiving Day parade yet, exactly 100 years after the tradition first started. Here's a look at what to expect and how to watch.

Football isn't the only thing Americans like to watch on Thanksgiving. The National Dog Show continues its decades-long run, this time with a brand new breed. Here's what to know and how to watch.

Join Studio Sessions X MCASD for live jazz. Future is Color® Studio Sessions is a live music experience with a rotating selection of curated sounds every week. For this special presentation of Studio Sessions, Future is Color® Studio Sessions is partnering with the MCASD for a pop up at MCASD La Jolla. Refreshments will be available for purchase, provided by The Kitchen. Museum galleries during Free Third Thursdays are open through 8 p.m. Jazz Night will go through 9 p.m. Schedule: - 5:30 – 7 p.m.: Members' Social Hour (MCASD Members get one free drink token with RSVP and can skip the Jazz Night entry line) - 6 p.m.: Doors Open - 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.: The Kitchen Pop-up Counter About RIVA: RIVA is a saxophonist and composer, known to juxtapose the jazz idiom with modern beat culture, techno, house, disco, and just about anything that makes the heart pump a bit faster. He performs with a sextet that is invested in engaging in sonic conversation to find new lanes of expression, adjacent to the foundations they studied, to elevate a high energy, fully improvisational and danceable electronic jazz show. About Studio Sessions: Future Is Color® Studio Sessions, an extension of the Future Is Color brand mission to create an accessible space for dialogue and empathy, is a weekly live music experience that uses music to promote connection between disparate communities. For more information visit: mcasd.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Santa Ysabel Art Gallery (SYAG) is thrilled to announce the second installment of the Santa Ysabel Mural Project, where young artists will unite to create a vibrant nature-themed mural. This community art initiative will kick off on Thursday, August 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with Spencer Valley Jump Start campers leading the charge. On August 8, campers ranging from kindergarten to 6th grade will be guided by local artists Annie Dover and Anastasia Castle as they start work on the project. Under the supervision of ELOP Director Karla Willis, these young artists will explore their creativity and teamwork, beginning the transformation of their vision into a large-scale mural. The mural project will continue on Saturday, August 10, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., inviting kids from across the region to contribute to this collaborative project at the gallery. Children from across the region are invited to join the continuation of the mural on August 10. This open session offers more young artists the opportunity to leave their mark on the mural, with all materials supplied by the gallery. Once completed, the mural will remain on display at the gallery for visitors to enjoy. Santa Ysabel Art Gallery on Facebook

The document describe the former president as one of the key leaders of the plot, and not a mere observer.