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Join Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande for an unforgettable program where every note and dance step embodies the rich cultural tapestry of Christmas in Mexico! ArtPower at UC San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Sat/Sun: October 18, 19, 25, from 1:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Explore woodworking in our 15-hour immersive Handmade Stool Workshop. Learn time-honored techniques with hand tools like the block plane, chisels, and more. Guided by experts, you will learn to shape, cut, and assemble wood using traditional methods. Leave with your own stool and a newfound appreciation for woodworking. Join us for a fulfilling experience crafting furniture by hand! Ages 18 and up. No prerequisite is required, but we do recommend taking our machine safety course: Intro to the Woodshop &/or having some experience in the woodshop. Materials included. • Military & first responders discounts • Scholarships available • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Visit: Hand Tool Joinery | 3-Legged Stool - October San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

The Photographer’s Eye Gallery will hold its annual celebration of photographic tradition with “(S)Light of Hand,” a juried exhibition of photographs that use alternative and historic processes. The exhibit, which attracted 500 entries from 100 photographers, will open at 11 a.m. on Sept. 13, with an artists’ reception at 5 p.m., and will close on Oct. 4. Juror Aline Smithson, a Los Angeles-based artist filmmaker, educator and editor whose works have been displayed worldwide, selected San Diego artist Robert Treat as her Juror’s Choice. Donna Cosentino, The Photographer’s Eye director, selected Lynne Buchanan of North Carolina as the Director’s Choice. Treat’s entries were cyanotypes, while Buchanan submitted platinum-palladium prints. “It was a complete privilege to juror the 2025 Alternative Processes Exhibition for the Photographer’s Eye Collective and Gallery,” Smithson said after reviewing the photographs, which came from all over the United States, and from some foreign countries as well. Processes used by photographers included tintype, toned cyanotypes, encaustic photogravure, chlorophyll, and photogram with lumen overprinting. “The winning image by Robert Treat is a masterful combination of cyanotypes, using color and form to create something wholly new that is both art and photography,” Smithson said. Cosentino said she was impressed by Buchanan’s connection with nature and the way she expresses that through photography. “The graceful images that result are elevated through printing them using the warmth of the platinum-palladium process,” she said. “It was a pleasure to see the recent work from her trip to Japan, which embraced the poetry of place.” Fifty photographers will be represented in the exhibit, which will feature two photographs each by Treat and Buchanan, and one photograph by each of the other artists. Each work will be accompanied by an explanation of the process involved to create it. Smithson said it was encouraging to see so many photographers employing different processes to show their creativity. “Over the last decade, we have witnessed a return to alternative and historic processes, particularly reinvigorated during the pandemic, as life afforded us time to slow down,” Smithson said. “But the tactile approach to creating photographic art has been growing steadily over the years, in response to digital photography that removed the artist’s hand from the photographic experience. Using alternative and historical processes has allowed artists to celebrate the imperfect, to experience the physicality of photography, to embrace its unpredictability, and to create unique objects that are artful and meaningful.” Smithson singled out Charlotta Hauksdottir for special mention because she “pushes the boundaries of what a photograph can be.” Hauksdottir’s process involved a pigment print that was hand cut and wrapped around branches. After a decade-long career as a New York fashion editor, Smithson returned to her home city of Los Angeles to undertake her own artistic practice. She has exhibited in 50 solo shows worldwide at institutions ranging from Santa Barbara to Shanghai. Smithson is highly recognized for portraiture, which she shoots almost exclusively on film. The Photographer’s Eye Gallery will honor artists Treat and Buchanan in a separate exhibit of their works next year. The Photographer’s Eye is a nonprofit collective of photographers who strive to enrich the community by conducting shows, classes and workshops; by providing a meeting space; and by offering a rental darkroom. The Photographer’s Eye on Facebook / Instagram

As Operation Epic Fury enters its third week, relentless attacks by cheap Iranian drones are being fended off by multi-million-dollar U.S. interceptors. How long can the math hold up?

Cruise 4 Kids presents Teddy Ball 2025. A high-energy charity holiday celebration that brings together San Diego's finest to make a difference in the lives of sick and underprivileged children in our community. At Teddy Ball, we believe that every child deserves a little extra comfort and joy during the holiday season. That's why each guest is required to bring a new stuffed teddy bear, which we collect and distribute to multiple organizations, including Autism Tree Project Foundation, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Dieguito, Miracle Babies, Easter Seals SoCal, Promises2Kids, Father Joe's Villages, and local churches and orphanages. Your simple contribution can make a big impact in putting a smile on a child's face and spreading holiday cheer. Fashion Show | Red Carpet | Getty Images | Silent Auction | Performers But Teddy Ball is not just about philanthropy - it's also about having a night to remember! As you enter the event, you'll be treated to a paparazzi experience on the red carpet, creating a glamorous and star-studded atmosphere. Once inside, you'll be immersed in a world of festivities that include live DJ performances. The fun continues with a freestyle fashion show, dancing, confetti cannons, multiple bars, exotic cars, and a huge pile of teddy bears, affectionately called the Teddy Pit. Capture the memories of walking the fashion runway, photos with Santa & Elves, indulge in the candy buffet, and strike a pose at the photo booth. For those looking for an exclusive experience, our VIP Lounge offers bottle service and a chance to mingle with fellow philanthropists and community leaders. And if that's not enough, we also have silent auctions, raffles, magicians, and more to keep the excitement going all night long! By attending Teddy Ball, not only will you have an unforgettable night of fun and glamour, but you'll also be supporting a worthy cause that makes a tangible difference in the lives of children in need. Join us in promoting awareness of our beneficiaries and spreading holiday joy to those who need it the most. Don't miss out on the opportunity to be part of this heartwarming and exhilarating event. Mark your calendars for the next Teddy Ball and be ready to make a meaningful impact while celebrating the Christmas season in style. Get your black-tie attire ready, bring your teddy bear, and get ready for a night you won't forget! Purchase your tickets now and join us at Teddy Ball - where charity meets glamour! Website: theteddyball.com Facebook: facebook.com/TheTeddyBall Instagram: @the_Teddy_Ball Hashtag: #teddyball Event Info: Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m. Location: Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine, 3777 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, CA 92122 Tickets: General Admission: $100 VIP : $200 ( Includes access to VIP Lounge, Appetizers & Desserts) VIP Table for 10: $3,000 ( Includes 2 Complimentary Bottles, Nameplate, Appetizers, & Desserts) Gratuity Included. Attire: Men - Black Tie (Mandatory) Tuxedo preferred or suit including jacket and tie Women - Cocktail dress or gown **Each Guest Must Bring NEW Stuffed Teddy Bear As Donation or purchase one at the door for $20** Overnight Accommodations at Hyatt Regency La Jolla: Link Coming Soon Teddy Ball Group Code: G-CRFK Self Parking $15/ Overnight Self Park $30 Valet Parking $25/ Overnight Valet $40 Contact Nino Venturella, Nino@c4ksd.com, 760-716-5248

U.S. employers added 50,000 jobs in December, according to a report from the Labor Department Friday. Measured annually, job gains in 2025 were the slowest since 2020.

Cinema Under The Stars presents “GOOD FORTUNE” Cinema Under The Stars 4040 Goldfinch Street San Diego, CA 92103 Phone: 619-295-4221 Website: www.topspresents.com Our waterproof covering has been installed to keep you warm and dry while watching films all winter! Friday, Dec. 5 at 8 p.m. **Private Rental Saturday, Dec. 6 - No Film ** Sunday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. (**Different Time**) “GOOD FORTUNE” (2025. 97 min. R): Featuring a heaven-sent cast that includes Keanu Reeves, Seth Rogan, Sandra Oh and Keke Palmer, actor-writer-director Aziz Ansari’s irreverent celestial fantasy blends magical realism with hilarious social satire. Gabriel (Keanu Reeves ), a “budget guardian angel, “ acts above his pay grade when he swaps places with a struggling gig worker (Aziz Ansari) and a wealthy venture capitalist (Seth Rogan) with all the trappings of success. Cinema Under the Stars is an intimate outdoor movie theater in Mission Hills with single and double zero-gravity reclining lounge chairs, sky-boxes and love seat cabanas. Heaters, pillows and blankets are provided. A vintage cartoon is shown before most films. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. Members may make phone reservations up to one week in advance. Online reservations for Members begin on Mondays at 9 a.m. Online reservations for Non-Members begin on Tuesdays at 9 a.m. The box office opens at 6 p.m. on movie nights. Admission Prices: Members - $17. Non-members (at the box office) - $18. Non-members (with online reservations) - $20. Annual Memberships - $125 (for two people). Pay with Cash, Checks, or Venmo. All concessions are $3.00 each Free popcorn for Members. Reservations must be cancelled by 5 p.m. online, or call the Cinema before 6 p.m. Come early to avoid a line. For more information, call (619) 295-4221, or visit the website (www.topspresents.com)

NPR's Scott Detrow talks with Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania about his memoir, Where We Keep the Light, immigration raids and the upcoming elections in 2026 and 2028.

The board blocked a proposal to slash hours for elementary school librarians, but district leaders warn future cuts are likely amid falling enrollment and higher costs.

United Nations has declared December 21 as World Meditation Day. Art of Living in collaboration with WorldBeat Center is honoring the World Meditation and is hosting a free open to all meditation event at WorldBeat Center on December 21. Doors open at 10:45 a.m.