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The San Diego Children’s Choir (SDCC), a community-based nonprofit dedicated to inspiring young singers through high quality choral music education and performance, is bringing the joy of the holidays to San Diego with festive concerts. 35th Anniversary Celebration Holiday Sing-Along and Winter Concert Teaser FREE! Hosted by the Spreckels Organ Society, members of SDCC will perform Holiday Sing-Along songs. Adam Ferrara, SDCC principal collaborative pianist, will play the organ. Friday, November 28, 2025 | 1 p.m. Spreckels Organ Pavillion | 2125 Pan American East Road, San Diego, CA, 92101 36th Annual Winter Concert & Sing-Along on December 6, 2025 Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 1:30 p.m. & 5 p.m. First United Methodist Church Mission Valley | 2111 Camino del Rio S., San Diego, CA 92108 Tickets: https://www.sdcchoir.org/calendar/2025/12/6/sdcc-36th-annual-winter-concert These concerts will feature more than 300 talented young voices, ages 6 to 18, performing a dynamic repertoire, from classic to contemporary works, in a variety of languages. SDCC expects over 900 family and friends, along with hundreds of community members, to attend and join in singing holiday classics with SDCC’s young choristers. “Each year, our winter program brings together hundreds of young voices in a joyful celebration of music and community,” said SDCC Executive Director Carrie Musick Cottriall. “We invite everyone to join us in celebrating the magic of the season through song.” Founded in 1990, the San Diego Children's Choir is the area's oldest and largest choral training program serving children ages 1–18 at locations throughout San Diego County. Over the past 35 years, SDCC has served more than 15,000 children across countywide, becoming a cornerstone of youth arts education in the region. In addition to its advanced ensemble program, SDCC offers early childhood music classes, provides school outreach in Title I schools, and regularly collaborates with leading arts organizations such as the San Diego Symphony and San Diego Opera. The Choir also performs on tour, most recently at Carnegie Hall last summer. San Diego Children's Choir on Facebook / Instagram

This weekend in the arts: Get festive with Kitschmastime, December Nights, SoNoFest and more; catch a 1980s spin on "Twelfth Night"; new works of theater and contemporary dance; chamber folk; a pottery tour and more.

China has in recent years arrested and detained Christian leaders of underground churches, who are not registered with the government and under its control.

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Pope Leo XIV is on his first visit to Lebanon. He arrives at a pivotal time for the country, buffeted by conflict with Israel and a devastating economic crisis.

We're taking stock of this year's notable holiday movies, with titles including such gems as Oy to the World!, Christmas at the Catnip Cafe, A Merry Little Ex-Mas, and A Pickleball Christmas.

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.

Celebrate culture, art, and community at the 30th Annual Día de los Muertos Festival! This beloved event blends traditional and contemporary elements of Día de los Muertos through art, music, dance, food, and remembrance. Event Highlights Art & Community: - ArtWalk curated by Pako Pablo Studios, featuring 10–15 artists - 180 Community Altars honoring loved ones (first come, first served; materials provided) - Catrina Contest with prizes for best Catrina / Catrín attire - Curated Gallery Exhibit of local works celebrating Día de los Muertos — vote for your favorite! Performances: - Regional Folklorico dance groups - Live music by Los Sleepwalkers - DJ Mike Zee setting the festival vibe Food & Drink: - Local favorites: Tocho Morocho, Disfruta, Churros Don Karlitos, Little Thai Cottage, Sabor Piri Piri, MyPozole & more - Refreshments & signature cocktails at the Marigold Bar Family & Community: - Artisan Market featuring handcrafted goods - Kids’ Craft Zone by ColabCrafts and face painting for all ages Museum Exhibition: "Light Among Shadows: The Night of the Dead" in Pátzcuaro, Michoacán — a photographic journey through ritual beauty and remembrance. Free Museum Admission during the festival. Sponsors & Partners: Frida’s Street Tacos · Four Tunas Fish & Bar · Prebys Foundation · County of San Diego · CCAE Charitable Trust Valued Community Partners: Tierra Caliente Academy of Arts · The City of Escondido California Center For The Arts, Escondido on Facebook / Instagram

Thousands of demonstrators including from the dominant Roman Catholic church clergy are protesting in the Philippines, calling for the swift prosecution of top legislators.