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The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UC San Diego invites you to experience the excitement of our Winter Open House. Designed for adults aged 50 and older, this event showcases the wide range of engaging opportunities available through our community of curious, active learners. Enjoy sample lectures from distinguished speakers, take part in interactive workshops, and learn about our vibrant Theatre World group. Discover the many social activities we offer, including field trips, community outings, lunches, and dinners that foster friendships and connection. Tour our comfortable, modern classrooms—conveniently located near transit centers—or join us virtually via Zoom. Explore how our Quarterly or Annual Memberships can enrich your life with stimulating courses, engaging discussions, and a welcoming community. Whether you’re attending in person at our new location on Villa La Jolla Drive or tuning in from home, this is your chance to learn, connect, and thrive. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UC San Diego on Facebook

Swing into the Holidays with the New City Sinfonia and Downbeat Big Band performing Duke Ellington's "Nutcracker Suite." Also featuring Vanessa Fountain and her Golden Harp. New City Sinfonia on Facebook

The most brick-tacular time of the year has arrived at LEGOLAND® California Resort. The Carlsbad theme park kicks off its holiday celebration with the return of its three-story, 35-foot-tall LEGO® Christmas Tree, built from more than 366,000 LEGO and DUPLO® bricks, at the 23rd annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Dec. 1 at 5:45 p.m. This year’s ceremony will feature special guest and actress Danielle Fishel, best known for her role as Topanga on “Boy Meets World,” as the honorary tree lighter. Guests can gather around the iconic LEGO tree to witness the magical moment when all 500 LED lights and 40 LEGO candles come to life. The celebration continues with the season’s first holiday fireworks show, adding an extra burst of cheer to the evening. It’s a festive and family-friendly way to welcome the season at LEGOLAND California Resort. LEGOLAND California Resort on Facebook / Instagram

California could see 4,500 more deaths a year than today and San Diego County could see hundreds more deaths each year.

Join us for Somerset Winery’s 7th Annual Ugly Sweater Holiday Party. Guests will be greeted with sparkling wine upon arrival, followed by a special holiday performance from our very own Claire and Holly. Enjoy a delicious dinner catered by Southfork BBQ Catering, featuring Certified Black Angus Tri-Tip. Dance the night away to live music from the Rayford Brothers. The celebration will also include interactive games, exciting raffles, and an ugly sweater contest. The grand prize is a two-night stay in our 8-bedroom Estate Home. We look forward to making this holiday gathering a memorable one with you. Somerset Vineyard and Winery on Facebook / Instagram

Join us in person for an evening filled with beautiful handbell music performed by our community handbell group. It's the perfect way to kick off your holiday season with friends and family. Don't miss out on this joyful celebration—come experience the magic of Christmas through music! Visit: https://www.sdhr.org/

Join Master of Ceremonies Billy Galewood and Java Joe, as we host an all-star lineup of luminaries from the legendary coffeehouse: Berkley Hart, Gregory Page, Jack Tempchin, The Lovebirds (Veronica May and Lindsay White), Lisa Sanders and Brown Sugar, Shawn Rohlf, John Katchur, Bug Guts, Joel Rafael, Randi Driscoll, Rob Deez and Kenny Eng. This will be the third Jave Joe’s Reunion Show that San Diego Folk Heritage has presented. The first two sold out. We recommend buying tickets early as this event may sell out also. Visit: sdfolkheritage.org/events/java-joes-reunion-show-2/

The ongoing government shutdown is exacerbating a funding crisis for private defense attorneys who take on cases as part of the Criminal Justice Act program. We look at the local impact.

Gather your friends and family to experience Christmas Eve worship in First United Methodist Church of San Diego's beautiful sanctuary in Mission Valley. Each service ends with candlelit singing of Silent Night, a memorable experience for all ages. Each service is also livestreamed online 5 p.m. Children's Christmas Pageant: Join the children and youth-led worship where you can experience the Christmas story through music, readings, and the nativity scene. End the service with candle lighting and singing of Silent Night. 7 p.m. Carols, Lessons & Candle Lighting: Experience the Christmas story through choral music by the Chancel Choir and Jubilee Singers, congregational singing, and inspiring message. End the service with candle lighting and singing of Silent Night. 9 p.m. Carols, Lessons & Candle Lighting: Experience the Christmas story through choral music by the Chamber Choir, congregational singing, and inspiring message. End the service with candle lighting and singing of Silent Night. San Diego First United Methodist Church on Facebook / Instagram

The measure will allow the state to redraw its congressional districts to open up more seats for Democrats, countering Republican moves in Texas.