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Skating by the Sea Nov 21-Jan 4, 2026 Take a spin around Hotel del Coronado's famous beachfront ice rink, featuring stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. A portion of the proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish® San Diego. Enhance your experience by reserving a rink-side or ocean-side Frostbite Lounge with plush seating, roaring fire pits, holiday-themed libations, and delectable bites. Guests can also enjoy ice rink views from the Sun Deck, Babcock & Story Bar and Serẽa. Rink Schedule & Reservations Kick off the holiday season on opening day, November 22, with a special musical performance at 5 p.m. by Broadway star Jenna Leigh Green! November 21 – 30 Fri, Nov 21, 2 p.m. – 10 p.m. Daily, Nov 22 – 30, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. December 1 – 18 Mon-Thu, 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. Fri, 2 p.m. – 10 p.m. Sat & Sun, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Opens at 6 p.m. on Dec 1 December 19 – January 4 Daily, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Value Skate Days Take $5 off General Admission on select Mondays: Nov. 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15. Schedule is subject to change. Hotel del Coronado on Facebook / Instagram

A nature photographer stumbled upon thousands of 210-million-year-old dinosaur tracks in Italy's central Alps, near where some Olympic skiing and snowboarding events will be held in February.

Family-friendly holiday market on Saturday, December 13! Shop Black & minority-owned vendors, enjoy festive photo ops & more. Kids under 10 are free Join us on Saturday, December 13 for the Kinfolk Holiday Market — a family-friendly holiday shopping experience celebrating Black and minority-owned small businesses! Bring your loved ones and kick off the holiday season early with a joyful marketplace filled with local vendors, festive photo ops, and community vibes. This event is free for kids under 10 (must be accompanied by a parent or guardian 18+). Perfect for families, friends, and anyone looking to shop small, support local, and discover unique gifts for the holidays. Event Details - Saturday, December 13 - Family friendly — Kids under 10 are FREE (with an adult 18+) - Holiday photo ops, local vendors, festive fun - Vendor applications now open. Apply Here What to Expect Shop from small, locally owned Black & minority-owned businesses. Explore handmade goods, fashion, home décor, beauty, accessories, art, holiday gifts, and more. Holiday photo ops & festive installations. Capture the perfect holiday moment with your family or crew. Seasonal vibes & community atmosphere. A warm, welcoming space for all ages. SD Melanin on Facebook / Instagram

Treat yourself to a Holiday Tea Service set in the festive Lobby of the LaFayette Hotel. Sip on a delightful selection of teas while nibbling on dainty sandwiches, freshly baked scones and holiday-inspired sweets. Whether you’re catching up with friends or taking a moment to soak in the season, it’s the perfect way to celebrate the holidays in style. The LaFayette Hotel & Club on Instagram

Get ready for the most festive night out in Hillcrest. Taste ’N’ Tinis is your self-guided holiday tour through San Diego's most vibrant neighborhood, where you’ll sip, shop, and snack your way through more than 20 participating locations. Retail shops will be serving their own mini holiday tinis, restaurants will be offering seasonal bites, and most stops will have exclusive in-store deals and discounts just for Taste ’N’ Tinis attendees. It’s the perfect chance to explore new spots, revisit your favorites, and support local businesses while having an incredibly fun night out. Pro tip: You’ll definitely want to grab an Uber or Lyft—this is very much a treat-yourself kind of evening. Don’t forget to dress festive. We’re hosting a social media competition, and if you tag @FabulousHillcrest in your best Taste ’N’ Tinis moment, you’ll be entered for a chance to win tickets to Taste of Hillcrest. Grab your friends, plan your route, and get ready for a holiday night in Hillcrest that always delivers a good time!! Fabulous Hillcrest on Facebook / Instagram

Don't get swindled while buying those last-minute gifts. Amy Nofziger, a fraud specialist with AARP, shares top schemes she's been seeing this season — and tips on how to protect yourself.

NPR is tracking the record number of congressional lawmakers — now more than 1 in 10 current members — who have announced plans to retire or run for a different office in 2026.

Hiring cooled this fall, according to delayed figures released by the Labor Department Tuesday. Employers added 64,000 jobs in November as the unemployment rate rose to 4.6%.

In the last few years, El Cajon has permitted less than 10 new homes per thousand residents — fewer than any other city in San Diego County.

NPR was in court for a pivotal hearing arguing that the Trump administration had broken the law with its treatment of public media.