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When everyone was trying to escape the flames in Lahaina, Luz Vargas ran toward them: Her son was home alone. Days later she found his body. Sunday would have been his 15th birthday.

Create community and network with other musically-minded friends and family as we celebrate our collective talents and achievements! Meet our team and enjoy original music, as we make the holiday season truly ‘festive’ with warmth and light. Bring your own instrument, borrow one of ours, sing, or just sit back and relax. Hosted at our Music Wellness Center (address on back), snacks and refreshments provided. It’s free, although donations are welcome. Time: 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Walk in anytime. RSVP requested, not required. All ages and abilities welcome! If you have any questions or if there is anything we can do to make this event more accessible to you and your family, please contact us at community@resoundingjoyinc.org. We look forward to seeing you there!

The First United Methodist Church - Escondido presents "The Gift of the Animals," a Christmas musical based upon the 12th-century Latin song "The Friendly Beasts," which tells of the gifts given to the newborn Jesus by the animals who were present. This all-church musical will feature the Disciple Singers choir and children and adult members from the church's three congregations (Sanctuary, Rise, and Manantial). This musical is being presented as a gift to the community.

All is merry and bright aboard the Parade of Lights Family Cruise on the Bahia Belle! Experience this special family-friendly voyage to view the Parade of Lights — the annual parade on Mission Bay showcasing dozens of illuminating boats decorated for the holidays. With cruise departures from the Bahia Resort Hotel and the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa, guests can get into the spirit with hot cocoa, cookies, a cash bar, and festive music.

Sip on bubbly and shop a selection of handmade goods created by local artists. Open studio will allow visitors to enjoy current art installation.

Marie Curie Elementary school is bringing back a reboot of the beloved Craft Fair, called the Curie Community Fair. Prior to COVID, this was an annual event for over 40 years with 80+ vendors. There will be great shopping and family fun at Curie Elementary School December 3, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors will be selling variety of merchandise, including holiday gifts, ceramics, jewelry, clothing, bath goods, stationary, candles, stocking stuffers, and so much more. There will also be plenty of exciting events for the whole family: silent auction baskets, food trucks, used book tent, and more. NEW THIS YEAR will be a kid zone with inflatables, dance performances and other entertainment. Entry to the vendor booths are free and part of the proceeds benefit the Curie PTA. Questions? Email curiecraftfair@gmail.com. See you there!

In preparing for future fires, Maui doesn't have to look far. States like California have passed wildfire policies to reduce the risk that a community will be destroyed.

Having a good time doesn't have to cost you financially. NPR listeners share ten ideas for fun things to do on a budget.

Join us on Logan Avenue for Small Business Weekend and for an interactive game of Loteria! Support small BIPOC owned businesses along Logan Avenue this Small Businesses Saturday (and Friday and Sunday). Logan Avenue is home to over 100 small independently owned businesses, artist studios, and makers of which are majority Latinx owned and operated. When you shop small in Barrio Logan, you are supporting the community and helping preserve the culture and rich history of the community. Purchase a $5 unique Loteria playing card and receive 10% off participating businesses. When you make a purchase at a participating business you will also receive a sticker to complete your Loteria playing card. Participating Businesses: - Salud Tacos - Border X - Barrio Dogg - Por Vida Cafe - El Carrito - Neveria Los Mochis - Malbicho Collective - Thirty Flirty - Hola Swim - Nativo - Casa Xovi - Mary Jhuan Art - Simon Limon - Toyelia - El Puesto - La Maestra Where: Logan Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113 When: Friday, November 25 12-6p.m Saturday, November 26 12-6p.m. Sunday, November 27 12-6p.m. *** All proceeds of the Loteria playing cards go to "All For Logan" a community led nonprofit to fund future projects in the community of Barrio Logan. Learn more through here.

Celebrate the holidays with La Jolla Music Society! Enjoy a cider or a classic hot cocoa while Riford Library’s Youth Services Librarian Katia Graham entertains with a reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas and a local choir performs cherished holiday tunes. Bring a book to donate to the Friends of the La Jolla Library. You won’t want to miss seeing the Wu Tsai QRT.yrd transformed into a Winter Wonderland. This is a free event, but you must RSVP in advance in order to attend. Follow La Jolla Music Society on social media: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter