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Award-winning writer Lenore Greiner will show you how to bring your writing to life by creating a sense of place through journaling. Whether a novelist, non-fiction writer, or travel writer, discover the tools and techniques for capturing your experiences and thoughts and enriching your writing. A powerful way to unlock your creativity, learn how journal-keeping helps you capture your thoughts, feelings, lessons, and experiences, transforming your journal into a valuable resource for your future writing. Discover how to chronicle it all with dictation, video, water-resistant journals, or simply a pen. Lenore also provides you with powerful writing prompts to inspire your journaling. And she’ll teach you about the most important things to include in your notebook while on the road. Don’t miss this opportunity to create a sense of place through journaling. SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library is thrilled to announce its newest offering for young families: Creative Storytime with Ms. Katia. This new program, held on the first Wednesday of each month at 10:30 a.m., is designed to introduce children to the magic of storytelling while fostering an early love for music, art, and literature. Geared for ages 2–5, Creative Storytime is a free, interactive experience featuring songs and stories that celebrate creativity and imagination. After the program, families are invited to stay and explore the Athenaeum’s extraordinary children’s collection, a treasure trove of books on music and art. This collection highlights the library’s dedication to nurturing the next generation of readers and creators. About Ms. Katia Creative Storytime will be led by Katia Graham, a passionate librarian, storyteller, and advocate for literacy. Based in San Diego, Graham brings a wealth of experience and creativity to the Athenaeum. She is a member of the Freedom to Read Statement Taskforce for the Office for Intellectual Freedom of the American Library Association and has served as Youth Services Librarian at La Jolla/Riford Public Library and Children’s Librarian at Coronado Public Library. Graham is the founder of Librarian on the Go, an initiative dedicated to promoting literacy and information access. She has a master’s degree in library and information science from the University of Southern California, a second master’s in broadcast journalism from Columbia University, and a bachelor’s degree in English from Barnard College. A former reporter, Graham honed her storytelling skills in newsrooms, including KYMA, NY1 News, and ABC World News Tonight. In addition to her other programs, she proudly leads a bilingual storytime and developed San Diego Public Library's initiative to combat the Spanish disinformation crisis. Discover the Athenaeum’s Children’s Section The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library’s children’s section is a hidden gem in La Jolla, offering an exceptional selection of books on music and art for young readers. Whether it’s introducing a budding musician to the works of Beethoven or sparking an early appreciation for Picasso, our collection has something for every young mind. This resource complements the library’s mission to inspire a lifelong love of the arts. For more information, call us at (858) 454-5872. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Share the joy of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet with family and friends. Give the gift of a spectacular holiday experience featuring an international cast, whimsical puppetry and opulent costumes and sets, hand-crafted by the finest artisans of Europe. Go back to a simpler time and make memories your family will cherish forever. Celebrate the season with America’s most beloved Nutcracker tradition! Tchaikovsky’s timeless score sets the stage for a Christmas your family will never forget. Get tickets today! Please note: This is a Jacobs Music Center rental event, presented by Talmi Entertainment. The San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this concert.

Thiago Tiberio, conductor San Diego Symphony Orchestra A true holiday favorite, this beloved comedy classic features renowned composer John Williams' charming and delightful score performed live to picture by the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Thiago Tiberio. Macaulay Culkin stars as Kevin McCallister, an 8-year-old boy who's accidentally left behind when his family leaves for Christmas vacation, and who must defend his home against two bungling thieves. Hilarious and heart-warming, "Home Alone" is holiday fun for the entire family! © 1990 Twentieth Century Fox San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

The Port of San Diego installed hundreds of concrete oyster castles near the Chula Vista Wildlife Reserve. The Port hopes the castles will protect the shoreline from sea-level rise and promote biodiversity.

Open Studio at the Athenaeum Art Center invites local printmakers and artists to utilize the equipment and space in the printmaking studio. Prior knowledge in printmaking and equipment familiarity is required as open studio time is not for learning a new printmaking process or one on one lessons. The Athenaeum Art Center offers printmaking courses throughout the year for those wanting to learn a new craft or wanting to enhance their art practice. Open Studio is free for everyone. Athenaeum Art Center on Instagram

Open Studio at the Athenaeum Art Center invites local printmakers and artists to utilize the equipment and space in the printmaking studio. Prior knowledge in printmaking and equipment familiarity is required as open studio time is not for learning a new printmaking process or one on one lessons. The Athenaeum Art Center offers printmaking courses throughout the year for those wanting to learn a new craft or wanting to enhance their art practice. Open Studio is free for everyone. Athenaeum Art Center on Instagram

Join us for a Family-Friendly Day! Discover the captivating journey of a seed to grow into a plant, just like those thriving within the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve. But here’s the exciting part-you’ll get to plant your own native seed to take home! Our Nature Collective ambassadors will guide you through an engaging, hands-on activity that explores the various ways native seeds are dispersed, from wind to animals and bursting. Plus, learn about the vital role you can play in protecting Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). Hosted by San Diego Parks and Recreation and supported by Nature Collective 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. Best-suited for children age 9 and younger (Registration Required) San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center (2710 Manchester Ave., Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007) RSVP: https://naturecollective.org/event/family-fun-day-december-7-2025/ Nature Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Formed in 1967 by members of the renowned Academy of St Martin in the Fields, the Academy Chamber Ensemble–led by Tomo Keller– brings together some of the world’s finest chamber musicians. Their program will include works by Françaix and Schubert, as well as a newly commissioned piece by Huw Watkins. Academy of St Martin in Fields on Facebook / Instagram

Copeland says her final performance with American Ballet Theatre was a thank you to the communities that had supported her. "What I represented is something far bigger than me," she says.