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Martin Marty, one of the foremost interpreters of religion in American public life, died on Tuesday. He was 97 years old.

Thousands of Jews left Syria in 1992, when they were allowed to emigrate. The visit by a small delegation of U.S.-based Syrian Jewish religious figures last week was their first time back since then.

The icy winds of winter set the stage for this one-of-a-kind theatrical experience that celebrates Shakespeare’s language, poetry, imagery, and themes. The Bard’s frostiest favorites are whipped and whirled into a powerful production that poignantly investigates themes of estrangement, discovery, identity, power and, of course, family reunions. Inspired by Shakespeare, created by Junior Theatre students, this is a Shakespeariment devised to blow you away! World Premiere! All ages welcome but may contain some adult themes and mature humor.Visit: https://juniortheatre.com/shows/churlish-chiding-of-winter-winds/San Diego Junior Theater on Instagram and Facebook

Tierrasanta community celebrates Christmas with live nativity villageFree event also includes caroling, crafts for kids, cocoa and cookies, and photo opps.Tierrasanta Lutheran Church is hosting a community Christmas celebration that features a live nativity village complete with sheep, goats, a donkey, and a camel. The free event takes place at Tierrasanta Lutheran Church, 11240 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., on December 7, 2024 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and the public is welcome.Guests can grab a cup of hot cocoa, decorate their own Christmas cookies, meet Bible-era characters, and sing along to familiar Christmas carols. Crafts for kids and Christmas-card-worthy photo opps make this family-friendly event a great way to welcome the holiday season. Tierrasanta Lutheran Church is in the Tierrasanta community of San Diego. They welcome everyone to Sunday worship services and Saturday kids worship. Ministries include Godly Play for children, a Christian preschool, Bible studies, Vacation Bible School, a quilt ministry, and more.Visit: https://tierrasantalutheran.org/events/2024/12/07/live-nativity-walk-through-bethlehemTierrasanta Lutheran Church on Instagram and Facebook

You don't need to be religious to create a meaningful connection to something greater than yourself. If you're interested in examining that relationship, grab a pen and paper and answer these prompts.

Thanksgiving To Go Enjoy a festive Thanksgiving meal from The Cafe, Alma’s cozy lobby bar and restaurant that offers hearty California fare. Indulge in their Thanksgiving take-out offering which includes Parker Rolls with Whipped Butter with Sea Salt, Herbed Cornbread Stuffing, Garlic Confit Whipped Yukon Potatoes, Green Beans With Shallots, Tarragon, and Toasted Almonds, Cider and Herb Brined Roasted Turkey, House Made Cranberry Tangerine Chutney, Classic Turkey Gravy and Apple Crumb or Pumpkin Pie.Price: $250 (which feeds 4-6 people)How to Order: Email SANBD_FBOrders@concordhotels.com. Orders must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Friday, November 22. Pick Up Details: Pick up Thanksgiving Day between 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Where to Go For Festive Holiday Decor Alma’s lobby transforms into a winter wonderland, fully outfitted with decor for the holidays including a towering Christmas tree adorned in gold and silver ornaments, festive floral garland hanging from the ceiling, and custom wreaths and lights throughout the space, making Alma a great place in the city to drink and eat to get into the holiday spirit. Check out the Lobby Bar or The Cafe for seasonal specials and more.Paw La La La La Pop-Up Pup Portrait Event Ahead of the local Gaslamp Pet Parade & Pups in the Pub Party on December 12, Alma will host a Paw La La La La Pop-Up Pup Portrait Event, from 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., where guests can get a professional photo of of their family and their pet with Santa from Sit Stay Smile Pet Photo, along with a choice of one Poinsettia Mimosa or a non-alcoholic beverage from The Lobby Bar.Price: $10 per person (which includes digital photo for up to 2 pets, 1 complimentary Poinsettia Mimosa at The Lobby Bar, $5 valet parking) Book your ticket via EventBrite.12 Days of Christmas Activations Alma will also offer exciting holiday programming such as ornament making, cookie decorating and Elf on the Shelf scavenger hunt. Details via their website.

Zach Mack spent a year attempting to rescue his father from the depths of the conspiracy rabbit hole. Their family was forced to reckon with clashing realities, ideological divides and misinformation.

Formerly enslaved people would placed ads in newspapers hoping to find lost children, parents, spouses and siblings. Historian Judith Giesberg tells the stories of some of those families in a new book.

If you ask us, Pam Grier, John Goodman, Oscar Isaac and Regina Hall are all long overdue for Oscar nominations. Here's why.

This year's race — which includes beloved stars, up-and-coming talents and a pair of songs from a successful but controversial musical — feels wide open. That doesn't mean all the songs are equally worthy.