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The Motion Picture Academy hopes that more popular films, an earlier showtime, and increased diversity among nominees will lead to higher viewership.

Dr. Matthew Desmond, renowned Princeton sociologist and MacArthur “Genius,” has made understanding the causes of poverty his life’s work. He was catapulted into the national spotlight as a leading authority on modern American poverty when his Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece, “Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City,” made its debut in 2016. His work has been supported by the Gates, Horowitz, Ford, JBP, MacArthur, and National Science, Russell Sage, and W.T. Grant Foundations, as well as the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. In his latest book, “Poverty, by America,” Desmond puts forth a guide to eradicating American poverty. Join us on Thursday, December 14 for a discussion with Desmond on the solutions to poverty he posits in his new book, released earlier this year. This discussion is part of the Helen Edison Lecture Series by the UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies. The series presents free public lectures on issues that advance humanitarian purposes and objectives. Program Agenda 6:30 P.M. – Refreshments & Book Sales 7-8:30 P.M. – Presentation with Charles Blow

Coronado Historical Association Presents: 🎉 100th Birthday Block Party on Park Place 🎉 Honoring CHA's Model T Laundry Truck Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime event! Help us celebrate the 100th birthday of the iconic Model T Laundry Truck with an unforgettable afternoon filled with history, fun, and community spirit! Event Highlights: 🕰️ Time Travel: Step back in time and explore the remarkable history of the truck that revolutionized laundry services in Coronado. 🎶 Live Music: Enjoy toe-tapping tunes from the era and get your groove on! 🍰 Birthday Cake: Savor a delicious birthday cake, specially baked to honor the occasion. 📸 Photo Booth: Capture the memories with friends and family at our 1920s-themed photo booth. 🎁 Prizes and Surprises: Get a chance to win exciting prizes and experience some delightful surprises throughout the afternoon. 🤝 Community Bonding: Connect with fellow families and history enthusiasts and celebrate a century of memories. 🍺 1920s Speakeasy: With a VIP ticket you will have access to CHA's 1920s Speakeasy. VIP tickets include 2 drinks. Be sure to wear your 1920s-inspired costumes! There will be prizes for best costume. Save the date and be part of this incredible milestone in Coronado's history! This is an event you won't want to miss. Join us in commemorating the legacy of the Model T Laundry Truck and celebrating its 100 years of service to our community. See you there! 🎂🚗🎈 Tickets: Family (Includes 2 VIP Adult Tickets with access to the Speakeasy, 2 Child Tickets, and 1 Laundry Truck Pin) - $75 Child (Must be purchased with an Adult or Family Ticket) - $10 Adult - $20 VIP Adult (Includes a Laundry Truck Pin & access to the Speakeasy) - $30 Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

The spectacular family holiday concert Carols by Candlelight will take place on Friday and Saturday, December 8 & 9 at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido. Now in its 34th year, proceeds from these two concerts will go to Rady Children’s Hospital. The two nights of Christmas-inspired concerts will feature country music stars singing their hits and favorite holiday songs. This year’s headliner is multi-platinum recording artist Deana Carter, making her first Carols by Candlelight headline appearance. Veteran performers Anna Vaus, and Steve Vaus will also be headlining alongside Charlie Worsham and Back to the Garden. Following the on-stage performances, to close the evening, the audience and stars meet in the courtyard and sing “Silent Night” by candlelight. In addition to the live entertainment, the benefit also features a live auction offering autographed guitars and other items, as well as silent auction items and raffle prizes, donated by sponsoring organizations.

The leaders of six journalism schools discuss the ongoing media bloodbath, the cost of a journalism degree, and how to prepare journalists for the future.

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: A new interactive children's exhibit celebrating Octavia Butler; theater about basketball; Mussorgsky; Barrio Art Crawl; poetry about grief; binational art; live music picks and more.

The 2nd Annual Pacific Rim Park Friendship Walk, hosted by the Ilan-Lael Foundation, is set to take place on November 19 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Shoreline Park on Shelter Island, celebrating cultural diversity, environmental conservation, and the Pacific Rim Park Project. This year's event takes on added significance as the foundation prepares for their participation in the World Design Capital 2024, focusing on the vibrant San Diego-Tijuana region as a cultural crossroads. Carlos de la Mora, CEO of the World Design Capital 2024, will be giving a short presentation at the end of the walk to discuss the year-long celebration of the San Diego and Tijuana region. Attendees can enjoy a rich entertainment lineup, including mariachi music, Mexican folklorico dance, local food trucks, a pop-up gift shop, and a chance to win exciting prizes for registered walkers. For more information visit: ilanlaelfoundation.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Award-Winning TV Host and America's Mindset Coach Diane Forster wants you to have your own TV Show! During this 3-Day Event, you'll get a front-row seat to be a part of the Live Studio Audience for Diane Forster’s Television Show “I HAVE TODAY!” This is your chance to see and learn the “Behind the Scenes” Know-How to Produce Your Own TV Show!… from Pre-Production, Production, and Post-Production! You'll also get On-Camera time, Stage time, and Learn from Industry Experts and Speakers! Special Guest Appearance: World Renowned Medium James Van Praagh! Kevin Williams - Owner of the Columbia School of Broadcasting; Aaron Heimes -President and Co-Founder e360tv, and more! During this 3-Day Event, you’ll learn how to build the blueprint for your very own TV Show! From set design, show format, tech, production, monetization, building audience, on-camera confidence, booking and interviewing amazing guests, and becoming the “Celebrity Expert” that attracts clients, customers, fans, followers, and the media! Ticket price includes 3 days of training, powerful networking, lunch, your TV Show Guidebook, prize giveaways, filming and photos of you on Stage and on Screen, Guest Speaker Sessions, and your opportunity to start your career as a TV Show Host.

Join St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center on Thursday, November 9, for the Annual “Swing with Santa” golf tournament at Singing Hills Golf Resort in Sycuan. This year’s event takes place on the new Willow Glen Course. Golfers are in for games and prizes at select holes, gift bags, a delicious lunch, a silent auction, and more. There will also be an appearance from the big man himself, Santa Clause, at the helicopter ball drop. The event is held to raise funds for St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center, a nonprofit organization that educates and empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to realize their full potential. SMSC provides work training and social experiences that encourage students to become well-rounded, contributing members of the greater community. The Center also strives to educate the community about the realities of intellectual and developmental disabilities, such as Down syndrome, autism, and cerebral palsy. To register and for more information, click here.

Until August is the last novel of the Nobel Prize-winning author, a work he asked his sons to destroy. But, nearly 10 years after his death, they have decided to publish his final novel.