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November 13 is World Kindness Day. Its goal is to encourage acts of kindness. (After all, one kind day is better than none.) Here's a look at the nature and nurturing of human kindness.

Several hundred volunteers are patrolling the streets of Chicago and its suburbs warning migrants of ICE's presence. This is part of a growing resistance to ICE's operations in Illinois.

Pete Smith, a longtime community watchdog in Ramona, is now serving on the board of Nuevo Memory Gardens. He found records of health insurance payments he’d been told were terminated, and an “unheard of” severance agreement.

The weeks leading up to Christmas are typically a time of anticipation and preparation for Christians, but for some immigrant congregations the mood this Advent season isn't especially hopeful.

MOJO has won nine DownBeat magazine Student Music Awards since 2015, including the top award among community colleges in 2023, 2022, and 2017. The band will perform works by renowned past and present jazz luminaries, as well as compositions and arrangements by band members, music faculty, and director Steve Torok. MiraCosta College on Facebook / Instagram

Immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of crystal bowls, chimes, and gentle instruments designed to help you unwind and restore balance. Let the soothing sounds of crystal bowls, chimes, and gentle instruments wash over you as you unwind and reconnect with your inner calm. This autumn-inspired sound bath invites you to slow down, release tension, and realign with the peaceful rhythm of the season. What’s Included: Yoga beds, pillows, blankets, bolsters and weighted scented eye masks provided for your comfort Water, tea, Date: Wednesday, November 5th, 2025 Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Location: The Meditation Nook — 4710 Ruffner St, Suite C, San Diego, CA 92111 A serene evening of sound, stillness, and seasonal renewal. Parking: Free parking is available in the lot in front of The Meditation Nook and along Ruffner Street. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/echoes-of-autumn-sound-bath-tickets-1949944048139?aff=oddtdtcreator The Nook on Instagram and Facebook

Walk on the wild side this Fall! Fall Camp: November 24, 25, 26 Pre-K – Kinder: Feathered Friends 1st – 3rd: Deep Dive (new!) 4th – 6th: Naturally Nocturnal (new!) Our campers will explore wildlife while learning about conservation at the Living Coast. They will engage with animal ambassadors, discover native species, and gain an understanding of the importance of protecting nature. This hands-on camp helps kids connect with the natural world and learn about the environment. Don't miss out, register today! Visit: Wildlife Day Camps Living Coast Discovery Center on Instagram and Facebook

Awaken your senses this fall! A connection filled evening of gratitude, aroma, flavor, creativity & sound. Celebrate the season of gratitude with a whimsical evening designed to awaken your 5 senses. Begin with an herbal mocktail experience and aromatic lite bite pairing that delight taste and scent, then express your intentions through a creative journaling and gratitude garland activity. As the evening unfolds, settle into deep rest with a guided Sound Bath + Yoga Nidra featuring crystal bowls, chimes, and soothing tones to help you reconnect with your inner stillness. Each element of the night: sight, scent, taste, touch, and sound guides you toward a heart-centered harvest of peace, reflection, and renewal. When: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 | 6 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Where: The Meditation Nook, 4710 Ruffner St, San Diego, CA Come as you are and leave grounded, inspired, and full of gratitude. Savvy Staci: Website / TikTok / Instagram

Bressi Ranch Village Center, an open-air shopping center in the heart of the Bressi Ranch community in Carlsbad, Calif., invites families to a fun-filled “Halloween Spooktacular” event on Halloween – Friday, October 3 – from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Park and Patio by Peets Coffee. The event will feature centerwide trick-or-treating at participating tenants, a fun pumpkin rolling activity, live music spun by a local DJ, and an entertaining Bubble Play session. Children are encouraged to dress in their Halloween costumes to enjoy the festivities. This event is free of charge and open to the public. For more information, visit https://bressiranchvillagecenter.com View this event on Facebook WHEN: Friday, October 31: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. WHERE: Bressi Ranch Village Center Event Held at the Park and Patio by Peets Coffee Trick-or-Treating Held Centerwide 2629 Gateway Rd Carlsbad, Calif. 92009

Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance is a 10-step form that does not require memorization and can be performed seated. This class emphasizes improving breath, mind, and body co-ordination/function to prevent falls while increasing safety in activities of daily living. Wear flat supportive shoes and loose comfortable clothing. Audience: Adults Location: Community Room Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/tai-chi-moving-better-balance-468781