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Los Angeles Times calls Impro Theatre “Amazing! One of the funniest evenings in town, the troupe spins an entire play into comedy gold right before your eyes.” Starting with an audience suggestion and creating completely improvised, full-length plays in the styles of the world’s greatest writers, Impro Theatre a comic laugh out loud evening of theatre. They have performed all over the country. A holiday comedy inspired by the works of Charles Dickens. This is a Winter Holiday show built on vivid narration and rich characters inspired by the books of Charles Dickens, all of it improvised. Comic portraits, cruel melodrama and humane charity of heartbreaking tenderness explode onto the teeming streets of Victorian London. Coincidence, redemption and the spirit of Christmas drive the plot – as one might expect from a holiday show with Dickens in the title. In "Dickens UnScripted," the entire ensemble shares storytelling duties. As in the Royal Shakespeare Company’s classic production of "Nicholas Nickleby," any character can take over the narration at any time. The exciting difference is that no cast member knows in advance who will wind up a street urchin or doting aunt, sailor or jailer, judge or kindly chestnut-seller-who-turns-out-to-be-the-missing-heir-to-a-large-fortune. Inventive, surprising theatre where anything can happen is what does happen in "Dickens UnScripted." It is a show where keen imaginations steeped in Dickens and Christmas work feverishly to create theatre on the spot. The pace is swift, and the performers are pushed to the peak of their abilities as they attempt to juggle character, plot and staging all at once. "Dickens UnScripted" is a holiday treat that is never, ever the same story twice and gives fans of "A Christmas Carol" a whole new way to celebrate the season! Paul Rogan directs Amy Kidd, Gale Brennan, Leanna Dindal, Mike Rock, Paul Rogan, and Ryan Smith. Produced by Mike Rock, Sound by Tyler Weil, and Lights by Liam Sullivan. "Dickens Unscripted" will run December 1 & 2, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. North Coast Repertory Theatre is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach, CA 92075. Tickets are $50 with discounts for students, military, and educators. Call 858-481-1055, or visit www.northcoastrep.org to purchase tickets. North Coast Repertory Theatre on Facebook / Instagram

Mission Valley invites the community to experience “Something Wicked” – a family-friendly celebration of the highly anticipated premiere of “Wicked: For Good!” taking place Friday, November 21, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the AMC Court. Guests can enjoy photo moments with Elphaba and Glinda and a live performance by Trinity Theatre Company, then stop by the Trinity Theatre booth to meet the talented cast and learn about upcoming shows. Music by DJ Sass and whimsical entertainment from the Bubble Pirate will keep the fun going throughout the event. The first 100 guests can create free pink and green slime at Slime Kitchen, with additional themed slime available for purchase. Visitors can stop by the Princess Project booth to support local teens through dress donations and volunteer opportunities, helping provide prom dresses and accessories to those who might not otherwise have them. They can also try their luck at the Plinko board for a chance to win “Wicked”-themed prizes from retailers. It’s a magical evening of creativity, music and community connection. As part of the celebration, Mission Valley encourages guests to share the warmth by donating new or gently worn coats to the ongoing One Warm Coat drive, benefiting local families in need this season. The Something Wicked event is free and open to the public; no pre-registration is required.

The holiday season can be especially tender when we are missing someone we love. This 2-hour interactive gathering offers gentle guidance, education, and ritual practices to help navigate grief during this time of year. Hosted by Wendy Kessler, Grief Guide, this is a time for us to come together and acknowledge that the holidays can present additional challenges for those who are grieving. Wendy will share practical ways to navigate the season and show us how knowledge, ritual and creativity can aid in the integration of grief. Together, we will: - Learn about the nature of grief and tools for navigating hard days - Explore the history and healing power of ritual - Create a personalized candle ritual scape to take home - Share in community conversation and connection The heart of our time will be the Five-Candle Ritual, a simple yet profound way to honor loved ones we miss. Each candle represents sorrow, courage, memories, love, and hope. Whether practiced in community or privately, this ritual can become a grounding tradition throughout the holidays and beyond. All supplies are included, and you’ll leave with a ritual candlescape, handouts, and practices you can return to at home. Feel free to bring-your-own special items that you'd like to include in your candlescape - a favorite container like a tray or basket, trinkets and mementos to personalize your creation. Come as you are, with your grief, your love, and your memories. Together, we’ll create space for light and hope. The Death Network: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Bressi Ranch Village Center, an open-air shopping center in the heart of the Bressi Ranch community in Carlsbad, California, invites the community to celebrate the season during its free “Ho-Ho-Ho-Down Holiday Workshop” event on Saturday, December 6th, from noon to 3 p.m. in the Bressi Ranch Park at the patio near Peet’s Coffee & Tea. The event features live country music, line dancing, wreath making, a hot cocoa bar, personalized bandanas, and free Santa photos (craft supplies and cocoa are while supplies last). This event is free of charge and open to the public; no pre-registration is required. For more information, visit https://bressiranchvillagecenter.com. WHEN: Saturday, December 6: Noon – 3 p.m.

"Comics, Bande Dessinée, Fumetti, and Manga: Comics in Many Forms"—A conversation about comics in their many forms. Vin Deighan (aka Frank Quitely), Laurence Grove (director of the Stirling Maxwell Centre for the Study of Text/Image Cultures at the University of Glasgow and president of the International Bande Dessinée Society), Antonio Ianotta (University of San Diego), and Van Tarpley (San Diego State University) join moderator Elizabeth Pollard (co-director, Center for Comics Studies at SDSU) for a discussion exploring the similarities and differences of English-language comics, French bande dessinée, Italian fumetti, and Japanese manga. Drawing workshop immediately preceding the panel, from 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m., with Vin Deighan (aka Frank Quitely) in the Prebys Foundation Art Studio. Space is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. Free museum admission to the first 40 college students with a current ID. Comic-Con Museum on Facebook / Instagram

A free 20min breakfast lecture series for our creative community. Join us for coffee, donuts, and inspiration every last Friday of the month. Sarah Beckman is Executive Director of Outside The Lens (OTL), a San Diego nonprofit media arts organization that engages 2,700+ young people annually—97% from systemically marginalized communities—to build creative confidence, explore career pathways, and drive social impact through storytelling. A creative strategist and visual storyteller with 25 years of nonprofit leadership, Sarah has guided Outside The Lens from a grassroots organization into a recognized innovator in creative youth development and media literacy, partnering with institutions like The Getty Museum on Voice Out, a regional exhibition that amplifies the perspectives of young artists. Sarah’s leadership philosophy is simple: create conditions for others to thrive. Whether expanding programs like Media Makers—which serves young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities—or securing catalyst funding for Balboa Park's Botanical Building during her tenure at Forever Balboa Park, she leads with curiosity and trust. She’s also the creative mind behind Culture & Cocktails at the San Diego Museum of Art and has presented at Public Lands Alliance and International Placemaking Week conferences. A Minnesota native with degrees in Journalism and Gender & Women's Studies from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, Sarah was recently named a 2025 San Diego Magazine Nonprofit Pioneer. A writer and photographer who believes in magic, hustle, and flow, she lives in Rancho Peñasquitos with her husband and twin sons who attend Cal Poly. CreativeMornings | San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Join us as we close out our 47th year! Films include "There Ain't No Santa Claus." Charlie Chase wants a pricey watch for his wife, but his landlord wants the rent! In "Big Business," The Boys try to sell a Christmas tree to James Finlayson. This popular favorite features live music by local musician Russ Peck! Nine year old Jackie Cooper stars in "Jackie Cooper's Christmas Party" (1931), a fun look at MGM studios during their Golden Age. And in "Come Clean," Stan and Ollie buy ice cream from Charlie Hall, then wind up bringing home Mae Busch! Visit the Saps At Sea - San Diego Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/groups/111118255744315 Also, the Saps at Sea will host the Sons of the Desert International Convention in San Diego, June 21-25, 2026. The fun includes a special film show on June 23. For details see sonsfestsd2026.com.

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Find the perfect unique holiday gift or add to your personal art collection at Foothills Art Association's "C Note" Art Sale, where every piece of original art—including traditional fine art, photography, and digital prints—is priced at just $100 (cash only). The show runs from December 5 to January 7, offering a constantly refreshed selection from local artists. Join us for a special public reception on Saturday, December 13, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. to meet the artists and enjoy the exhibit. Foothills Art Association on Facebook

As expected, CalFresh recipients will not be getting their November benefits on time. On Midday Edition Tuesday, we hear how the delays will impact the nearly 400,000 San Diegans who depend on food benefits.