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Horwitz died suddenly in 2019 while on a book tour. In Memorial Days, Geraldine Brooks grieves her husband — and also reflects on the life she might have lived had they not met.

A real estate developer-turned-Middle East envoy, Witkoff has been credited with helping broker the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and free an American from Russian prison. Here's what to know about him.

San Diego's most charitable, pet-friendly Pet and Military Appreciation event of the year (and voted as one of San Diego's Favorite Events 2020), "Unleash the Holiday Cheer" is BACK! As always, with the grant from our presenting sponsor The McBeth Foundation, Traci's Paws will sponsor over 1,000 FREE presents for our military and veterans and their families! This year, we are introducing a new sponsorship! Instead of adoption fees, we will sponsor vet care for our military/veteran families! We understand the financial strain near the holidays and want to help keep these pets in their homes. Plus, we're offering professional Santa photos for you, your kids, pets, AND gifts from Santa for all who attend! Don't miss our Holiday Vendor Village for Holiday Shopping with Military discounts, Entertainment by the Ian Tordella Quartet, Friendship Bracelet Designing Station, and Fun Take-Home craft activities for Kids and adults, MORE! COME MEET OUR 3 NEW JUDGES with their INSTA-FAMOUS PUPS! 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Pet Parade AND Pet Costume Contest with Prizes! ORDER YOUR PET COSTUME CONTEST TICKET TODAY! Gifts & Vet Care Vouchers for Military and Veterans and each dependent with ID in attendance! MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED! ALL FRIENDLY PETS ARE WELCOME! Visit: https://sandiego.kidsoutandabout.com/content/9th-annual-unleash-holiday-cheer

Join KPBS Kids in celebrating National City's 16th Annual A Kimball Holiday, with special guest Molly of Denali! Join KPBS Kids and A Reason To Survive (ARTS) at A Kimball Holiday 2024 to explore art, make wintry crafts, and enjoy a special meet and greet* with PBS Kids' beloved character, Molly of Denali (3 p.m. - 7 p.m.)! Pick up a KPBS Kids ticket at one of the event information booths for a free goodie bag and chance to win a special prize pack. This event is free! *Photo opportunity with the costume character is subject to availability and weather permitting. This project is a partnership between KPBS and A Reason To Survive (ARTS), made possible with funding from the Linden Root Dickinson Foundation.

In collaboration with the All Girls STEM Society, Mission Valley Library presents an exciting circuitry workshop. How does electricity work? What is the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance? Answer these questions with a series of hands-on experiments. This workshop is recommended for girls in Grades 3-8. Registration is required; for more information visit SanDiego.LibraryMarket.com. For more information about the All Girls STEM Society, go to www.allgirlsstemsociety.org. Audience: Recommended for kids in grades 3-8.

Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is a captivating blend of circus arts and comedy featuring over 30 rescued animals, including dogs, cats, and more. Led by Gregory Popovich, an alumnus of the Great Moscow Circus and Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, the show combines world-class juggling, gymnastics, and balancing acts with heartwarming interactions between animals and performers. This unique production has been celebrated as the “Best Family Show” in Las Vegas and has been a finalist on AMERICA’S GOT TALENT.

The talks build on last week's phone call between President Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin during which the two leaders agreed to work together toward a negotiated end to the war.

Escondido Choral Arts presents The Center Chorale, combined with full symphony orchestra, guests Pacific Coast Chorale, and soloists, will perform Ode to Joy, from Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony in celebration of the Two Hundredth Anniversary of this great work. "This kiss is for the whole world" translated from the Ninth, moves us today as we listen to the interplay between the instruments and the chorus. Also programmed will be works by Vivaldi, Bach, Mozart, and Faure, some of your Great Composers throughout history. Conductor John Nettles, Guest Conductor Diego Guerra, and soloists Caroline Nelms, Maria Caughey, and DeAndre Simmons will be performing in the beautiful California Center for the Arts, Escondido's Center Theater.

Beyond Land Acknowledgments Workshop Tuesday, Nov. 19 | 1-3 p.m. | Intertribal Resource Center (SSC 187) Beyond Land Acknowledgements, led by ITRC Coordinator Michaela Allen Sanchez (Lipan Apache and Mexican-American), is an engaging and introspective workshop aimed at moving beyond traditional land acknowledgments towards fostering genuine support and allyship for Native students and communities at UC San Diego and beyond. In this session, participants will delve into critical discussions about their positionalities and explore departmental protocols to identify opportunities for growth and advocacy. Through interactive activities and guided reflections, participants will develop a deeper understanding of creating tangible forms of support. By the end of the workshop, attendees will walk away equipped with actionable items to enact positive change for the betterment of Native communities within their spheres of influence. The Intertribal Resource Center is located on the 1st floor of the Student Services Center in SSC Room #187. We are located at the corner of Rupertus Way and Myers Drive, south of Price Center East. Every November, UC San Diego recognizes and celebrates the achievements, cultures, and contributions of Native American people and tribes during Native American Heritage Month. The UC San Diego community greatly respects the land and the Kumeyaay people of the area where our campus is located. We acknowledge their tremendous contributions to our region and thank them for their stewardship.

Since taking office, the Trump administration and DOGE have been seeking to unilaterally override the spending plans set by Congress. Can they do that under the U.S. Constitution?