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As Armistice Day, or Veterans' Day, marks the end of WWI and honors soldiers sacrifices, it seems fitting that a number of this week's new titles tackle endings and new beginnings.

Los aranceles que el presidente estadounidense Donald Trump ha amenazado con imponer desde hace tiempo han sumido al país en guerras comerciales en el extranjero, todo ello mientras los nuevos e intermitentes gravámenes siguen aumentando la incertidumbre.

Chuck Samuelson, of Kitchens for Good, has launched a program that lets you adopt a tree and get the avocados it grows.

Calling all Besties! DJ, sips, pop up vendors, DIY crafts & free sunnies! Grab tickets now! Get your squad together for a night out on February 13 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Punch Bowl Social San Diego. Get ready for DJ beats, throwback board games, pop up vendors and delicious craft cocktails. Drop it in the group chat and see you there! Here's the scoop: - High Noon Tastings: Our friends from High Noon will be at the party from 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. offering sips of their delish seltzers! - Welcome Drink! Your ticket includes one complimentary punch with your ticket purchase! This year we will be offering the Highway 66 Hibiscus! - DJ: Beats by DJ Jenny Pocket for your listening and dancing pleasure - Feeling adventurous? Step into the magic with tarot reading from I-Manifestation, and talented artists from our local tattoo shop Guru Tattoo will be on-site with custom flash designs—get inked with a Galentine's twist! (Note: Tarot Readings & Flash Tattoos will be available for purchase and are not included in the ticket price.) - Make & Take Stations: Let's get creative! We'll have a Doodle Station where you can make your own V-Day Cards! We'll also have a station for friendship bracelet making! We bring the supplies, you bring the heart. - Caricature Artist: Don't miss out! Complimentary caricatures available on a first-come, first-served basis! Get a personalized and hilarious drawing of yourself. Punch Bowl Social on Facebook / Instagram

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Emmy-nominated journalist, public media host, and filmmaker Elsa E. Sevilla is spotlighting her debut book, "Camera Ready: From Hardship to the Spotlight." Available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble online, the book traces her journey from an uprooted childhood to becoming a pathfinder in university, journalism, business, and documentary filmmaking. Sevilla’s story began in Mexico, where at just five years old her father’s near-fatal accident in San Diego forced the family to relocate. While he fought for his life in the ICU, Sevilla and four of her siblings were placed in a shelter—an experience that marked her life until this day. Starting over in a new country, Sevilla faced the challenges of being a first-generation student with no mentors outside her home. Through instinct, determination, volunteerism, and a passion for storytelling, she turned pain into power. After 18 years as a broadcast journalist, she founded Sevilla Productions, LLC, and launched the Emmy-nominated KPBS/PBS series HISTORIC PLACES WITH ELSA SEVILLA, producing more than 80 documentaries that highlight San Diego’s history and overlooked stories of women and people of color. Today, she is a keynote speaker and author. “My passion for storytelling and history became my compass,” Sevilla said. “When we moved to the U.S., I lost my sense of identity. As I got older, I reconnected with my heritage and found my purpose. 'Camera Ready' is about turning pain into power and showing how our stories root us in where we come from while guiding us to our future.” Sevilla believes history is vital to who we are. Research shows that when students see themselves in culturally relevant curriculum, their engagement can rise by more than 30%. Yet Latinas/os make up just 8% of U.S. authors and Latina filmmakers less than 1%. Through books and film, Sevilla works to preserve culture, strengthen identity, and inspire the next generation to lead and create. *UPCOMING SCREENING & BOOK SIGNING - SPECIAL EVENT AT THE HOTEL DEL CORONADO Join Elsa Sevilla on Sept. 25, 2025, for a special screening and book signing at the historic Hotel del Coronado. Guests will enjoy an exclusive showing of her latest Historic Places episode documenting the resort’s six-year restoration and revitalization, followed by a Q&A and book signing where Sevilla shares behind-the-scenes stories of this landmark project. View the event on Facebook Instagram / TikTok

In this live podcast recording event, "Arts Educators Save the World" podcast hosts Dr. Erica Halverson and Alek Lev will interview Emmy Award–-winning writer Joshua Pruett ("Phineas and Ferb," "Mystery Science Theater 3000," "Doctor Who," "The Last Comics on Earth") alongside his mentor, Emmy Award–winning head writer and co-producer Scott Peterson ("Phineas and Ferb," "The Last Kids on Earth") about the role of learning as an ingredient of artistic success. Using real stories, this conversation will showcase the invaluable impact of mentorship and continuous learning on creating and sustaining successful creative careers. Prior to the podcast recording, Mike Becker, “founder of Rokimoto, Funko”, and the Comic-Con Museum Youth Community Engagement Fund, which makes this program possible, will offer remarks about the importance of community-based arts learning in his own life and work. Thanks to our generous supporters, this event is offered for $5 per admission. Free for members. Space is limited. Advance purchase recommended. Museum exhibits will be closed during this event. Comic-Con Museum on Facebook / Instagram

An evening built for those who appreciate great wine, thoughtful food, and the stories behind every bottle. Join us at Stake Chophouse & Bar on Sunday, March 8th at 6:30 p.m. for a four-course wine dinner featuring an exceptional lineup from the Silver Oak collection. Each wine will be thoughtfully paired with a course crafted by Stake’s culinary team to highlight the character, structure, and elegance that have made Silver Oak a benchmark in American winemaking. We’re honored to welcome Christy McNeill of Silver Oak Cellars as our special guest for the evening. With deep knowledge of the winery and its vintages, Christy will guide guests through the wines, sharing insight into the craftsmanship, history, and nuances in every pour. Visit: https://stakechophousesd.com/y-reservations/ Stake Chophouse & Bar on Instagram and Facebook

Luego que el gobierno del presidente Donald Trump le retiró su estatus legal en Estados Unidos, un estudiante perdió abruptamente su trabajo en un laboratorio en Houston y, temiendo ser detenido, regresó a su país de origen en el sur de Asia con un boleto de ida.

Learn how to make the perfect loaf of sourdough bread! Includes your own sourdough starter and take-home loaf of sourdough bread! You will learn all about sourdough, and how to make your first loaf of sourdough bread with organic flour and local sourdough starter. Nothing tastes quite like fresh-baked, naturally leavened bread! LEARN: We’ll explain fermentation and have a brief discussion about the benefits of making and eating fermenting foods DEMO: We’ll show you how easy it is to start making naturally-leavened bread yourself at home! TASTE: We’ll have a variety of sourdough bread flavors and will bake bread fresh during the workshop DO IT YOURSELF: Roll up your sleeves and make your very own dough (to be baked the next day!) Class duration is 3 hours; Note: You will also need to turn your dough for about 2 hours after class to prepare it for baking! Fermenters Club on Facebook / Instagram

Icelandic director Hlynur Pálmason weaves scenes of quiet domestic life against the backdrop of an arresting landscape in his newest film.