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Winter Solstice marks the longest night of the year and celebrates the return of the light as each day becomes longer until the Summer Solstice in June. As this long night approaches, we’ll gather to light our Solstice candles and write our way into the dark. Inspired by the spirit of the Winter Solstice and celebrations both ancient and new, we’ll explore legends and myths that surround the ancient festival and create our own celebration with ritual and writing. Bring your notebook or laptop for writing and a candle to light as your personal reminder of the return of the light. Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2025-12-20-celebrating-the-winter-solstice-with-judy-reeves/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

Holiday & Christmas Sing-Along Dinner Show Step into the magic of the season with our annual Divo Diva Holiday and Christmas Sing-Along Dinner Show — featuring live performances by the Divo and the Diva, Rosario Monetti and Victoria Robertson, professional opera and musical theatre singers and owners of Divo Diva Café. A beloved San Diego holiday tradition! Celebrate the joy of the season with festive opera, musical theatre, and classic Christmas songs — plus lots of audience sing-alongs to get you in the holiday spirit! It’s a night of laughter, music, and holiday cheer shared among friends. Your evening includes: - Charcuterie Board – Italian meats, cheeses & seasonal bites - Fresh Lasagna Dinner – Chef-prepared entrée (special substitutes available) - Glass of Prosecco – A sparkling toast to the holidays - Live Holiday Concert & Sing-Along – Festive favorites performed in an intimate café setting Bring your friends and make it a night to remember — we’re so grateful to host large groups celebrating together this season! Call for tickets: 619-370-9896 Dates: - Wednesday, December 10 - Friday, December 12 - Saturday, December 13 - Wednesday, December 17 Time: 6–8 p.m. (Doors open 5:30 pm.) Location: Divo Diva Café, Hillcrest $95 per person + 20% gratuity and tax Free Parking | Limited Seating — Reserve Early!

Join us for our annual celebration of wetlands conservation! We invite you to learn more about the history of the marsh, its cultural significance, and the value of marshes in our community. This event is a unique opportunity to explore UC San Diego's Kendall-Frost Marsh Reserve through fun activities like guided kayak tours, marsh clean-up, building Kumeyaay tule boats, and science talks from local researchers. This event is free and family-friendly, but please note that no dogs are allowed at the reserve. This event is co-hosted by UC San Diego Natural Reserve System and San Diego Bird Alliance, in partnership with the Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve and the City of San Diego. Visit: Love Your Wetlands Day 2026 Kendall-Frost Marsh Reserve on Instagram and Facebook

Celebrate Thanksgiving in style at the new Bonne Vie Brasserie & Bar inside The Westgate Hotel. Gather your favorite people for an elegant à la carte feast featuring a free-range turkey breast with sage gravy, haricot vert, and ginger-cranberry sauce - plus the full Bonne Vie dinner menu of seasonal entrées, sides, and desserts. Raise a glass to gratitude and good taste in one of San Diego’s most charming new dining rooms. Visit: https://www.westgatehotel.com/event/thanksgiving-dinner/ The Westgate Hotel on Instagram and Facebook

A cowboy Christmas classic comes to the stage. Follow Stubby Pringle-a spirited young wrangler with a big heart-as he makes an unforgettable Christmas Eve ride. Warm, nostalgic, and full of frontier charm. "Playwright’s Saloon", Directed by Tim West, presents "Stubby Pringles Christmas" Adapted from Western writer Jack Shaefer (1907-1991) Tuesday, Dec. 9th, 7 p.m., at Trinity Theatre Company Featuring: Jace Swims as “Stubby” Catherine Barnes on Percussion Ami Judah as “Voice 2/Woman” Leonard Patton as “Voice 1/Old Jake” William Robinson as “Voice 3” & on Keys Stubby Pringles Christmas first appeared in magazines in 1963 and was published in book form in 1964. Drawing on the text, combined with a love for Western musical scoring, and inspired by late 19th/early 20th century figures such as composer Nathaniel Dett and professional cowboy Bill Pickett, this musical play adaptation has been woven by William BJ Robinson, with guidance & support from Tim West. Tickets are available now, and they are COMPLETELY FREE! Donations can be made to Trinity Theatre Company as you reserve your seats! Don’t miss this heartwarming, family-friendly holiday presentation! Visit: https://app.arts-people.com/?show=295544 Trinity Theater Company on Instagram and Facebook

Author and anthology editor Curtis Ippolito joins us alongside author and contributor Jim Ruland for this great climate change crime fiction anthology by "Rock And A Hard Place" publishing. Visit: https://artifactrarebooks.com/#c4cdc138-235b-48ae-8b21-a41a9df9f413

Santa’s coming to Plaza Paseo Real! Bring your family and friends for outdoor holiday photos with Santa in front of a festive coastal California backdrop. On two select weekends in December, guests can snap the perfect holiday pic, share their wish lists, and soak up the cheerful vibes. No RSVP is needed—just stop by, smile, and make some merry memories. This event is free and open to the public.  December 6–7 & December 13–14, 2025 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Visit: https://plazapaseoreal.com/ Plaza Paseo Real on Instagram and Facebook

From our hands to your home! You'll find beautiful bowls, cutting boards, ornaments, carvings, toys, jewelry, and much more! We are looking forward to seeing you. Come explore and shop handmade, one-of-a-kind gifts at great prices. Every single woodworking piece is exquisitely crafted by our volunteer master woodworkers. Our annual fundraiser proceeds support woodworking programs for the San Diego community. Come visit us on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 from 9 a.m. - 1p.m.! This event is free and open to the public. But be there early - our Holiday Gift Sale is our most popular event, people line up before the doors open and items sell quickly! Learn more at SDFWA.org/hgs Venue details: San Diego Fine Woodworkers Association, 5360 Eastgate Mall, Suite E (SDFWA Member Shop), San Diego, California, 92121, United States San Diego Fine Woodworkers on Facebook / Instagram

See the magic of Raku and walk away with your own creation. We have $10 paint your own Christmas ornaments that will be fired right in front of you. We are also hosting a local artists sale with a variety of items like mugs, magnets, tiny succulent pots, vases, jewelry dishes, olive oil bottles & more. Visit: https://ceramicheights.com/ Ceramic Heights on Instagram

Singer-songwriter Natalia Jiménez is a creative artist, with a powerful voice and musical versatility that have made her one of the most important female figures in Spanish-language music. This internationally renowned GRAMMY, Latin GRAMMY, ASCAP & Latin Billboard winning artist has sold over 3 million albums worldwide and has recorded duets with Latin music’s biggest stars, including Marc Anthony (Recuérdame), Daddy Yankee (La Noche de los Dos) and Ricky Martin (Lo Mejor de Mi Vida Eres Tu) to name a few. Natalia Jiménez on Instagram