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Before there was Dracula, there was Carmilla. Enjoy the classic, sapphic, gothic vampire story that inspired Bram Stoker's "Dracula." An epistolary novel of a young woman living with her family in an old remote castle, and the strange, beautiful, and enchanting guest who comes to stay with them. No scheduling conflicts! No meetings! No fuss! Just read, learn, and enjoy! Sign-up and enjoy a daily chapter of "Carmilla", e-mailed straight to your in-box! In addition to each chapter, you'll find fun facts and deep-dives into the culture and history surrounding the book and its author. The main registration period ends Thursday, October 16th. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/carmilla-frightful-e-mail-book-club-477035

The annual event pits some of the trading card and video game's most seasoned players against each other — and it demonstrates how Pokémon has maintained its grip on pop culture.

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Monday, Dec. 29, 2025 at 10:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. Join Host Elsa Sevilla as she visits the historic, 5-star Hotel Del Coronado and learns why visitors from around the world love to stay at the Del. Find out what once kept guests entertained in the basement floor and which Hollywood movie-stars stayed at the hotel.

North Park Putt-Oberfest 2025 Date: Thursday, October 23 Time: 4–8 p.m. Grab your friends and tee off at North Park Putt-Oberfest! This self-guided, 18-hole mini-golf adventure takes you through some of North Park’s favorite bars and restaurants. At each stop, enjoy exclusive food and drink specials (all under $5!) while you play your way through the neighborhood. Your ticket includes access to all 18 mini-golf holes, scorecard, and wristband for event specials. Tickets are limited... secure your tickets now for an evening of putts, pints, and plenty of fun in North Park! Explore North Park on Facebook / Instagram

A recent Israeli decision to bar Doctors Without Borders and other aid groups means international staff and aid can no longer enter Gaza or the West Bank. Local staff must rely on dwindling supplies and no international expertise.

The average new car costs $50,000. The average used car is $25,000. Insurance, repairs and maintenance are soaring. But America's car-centric habits also cost us in more subtle ways.

As Minneapolis continued to grapple with a deep divide over how the fatal shooting was being portrayed, police said two people in Portland, Ore., were shot and injured by U.S. Border Patrol agents.

The Carlsbad Village Street Faire runs on the first Sunday of May and November. The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce organizes the event, which features 900 arts and crafts booths, antiques, international food court, a huge section with children’s rides, an entertainment stage, and beer garden. The Street Faire takes place in the Downtown Village of Carlsbad. Parking for this very popular event is limited, so visitors are encouraged to use the complimentary shuttles that run to and from the faire every 15 minutes. The shuttle pick-up locations are at the northwest corner of Sears at Shoppes at Carlsbad Plaza Camino Real (Highway 78 and Jefferson) as well as at the Poinsettia Coaster Station (Poinsettia exit off of I-5). There will be a limited amount of handicapped parking throughout the event. Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce on Facebook / Instagram

The families of some of the 25 girls and two teenage counselors who died in catastrophic flooding in Texas on July 4 are suing Camp Mystic and its owners.

Warner Bros. has a history of disastrous mergers and acquisitions. Can they avoid another bad sequel as Netflix and Paramount battle to buy it?