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The 3rd Annual Friends of the Library November Book Crawl returns on Saturday, November 15. Earn a stamp at all four stops on November 15 in any order and receive a special gift from your final stop! **while supplies last** Balboa: 4255 Mt. Abernathy Ave. San Diego, CA 92117 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Clairemont: 2920 Burgener Blvd. San Diego, CA 92110 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. North Clairemont: 4616 North Clairemont Drive San Diego 92117 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa: 9005 Aero Drive San Diego 92123 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Join the Old Town San Diego community in celebrating the 67th Annual Las Posadas on Dec 13, 2025, from 5 -7 p.m.! This year’s posada will be held in within the main plaza of Old Town San Diego State Historic Park and will be presented by the Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce and Mormon Batallion Historic Site. Bundle up and gather as we recreate the timeless story of Mary and Joseph’s journey, complete with a joyful community procession, live nativity, and beautiful holiday choirs filling the plaza with festive sound. After the main event, warm up next to the bonfire in the plaza and enjoy hot coco provided by Fiesta de Reyes and smores provided by the Boosters of Old Town. Make a commemorative tin ornament at our hands-on art activity station and explore La Casa de Machado y Silvas adobe for a photo opportunity next to our traditional tree. Old Town San Diego State Historic Park on Instagram

Coronado Public Library, in partnership with Warwick's Bookstore, welcomes @applesauceandadhd Jessica Secrest as she discusses her new cookbook "OF COURSE IT'S GOOD" on Tuesday, January 13. This event is a fund-raiser for the Friends of the Coronado Public Library and a paid ticket is required to enter. Ticket options are: $10 entry only $31.60 for admission for one person and one copy of "OF COURSE IT'S GOOD" $39.83 for admission for two people and one copy of "OF COURSE IT'S GOOD" Check-in starts/doors open at 6:15PM. Please print out your tickets or have the QR code available on your phone. Seating is first-come, first served. "With Book" ticketholders will receive a paperback copy of "OF COURSE IT'S GOOD" at check-in. Additional books will be available for purchase at this event. The Performing Arts Center is directly behind the Coronado Public Library. You can view a parking map HERE. The two lots marked “school parking lots (for select events only)” will be available. Purchase tickets online HERE. About the Author Jessica Secrest is a mom, home chef, and the creator of the popular social media page @applesauceandadhd. About "OF COURSE IT'S GOOD: None of the Nonsense, All of the Flavor" Prepare delicious meals with this no-frills, all-flavor recipe collection from Jessica Secrest, the wildly popular home chef known for her hostile humor and affordable recipes. Her long-awaited debut cookbook has an array of mouthwatering meals that focus on low-effort ingredients and techniques—think pre-shredded cheese, tater tots galore, and your handy-dandy slow cooker—so you’ll have an endless source of recipes to feed your family without wasting time or money. Jessica’s signature style is present throughout each page, loudly guiding you in the kitchen and reminding you that tasty cooking doesn’t always need to be done with a smile. Recipes include: - The BEST Baked Mac and Cheese - Taco Potato Tot Casserole - Egg Roll in a Bowl - Cowboy BBQ Burgers - Teriyaki Pork - Fried Pickle Quesadillas - Sloppy Joe Fries - Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip Whether you are looking to tackle weeknight dinner, Sunday breakfast, or an out-of-nowhere dessert craving, you’ll have Jessica in your corner each step of the way, aggressively reminding you that no matter what you create, there’s no doubt it’ll be good.

After their superb San Diego debut with La Morra, we are delighted to welcome back renaissance harpsichordist Corina Marti and renaissance luteist Michał Gondko in an intriguing recital of rare sixteenth-century Polish music, a perfect start to this season's solo series. Experience the Sound of History. San Diego Early Music Society: Website / Facebook / Instagram

NCIS: North County Improv Squad presents a fun night of improv comedy at OTC’s Studio 219 (219 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA), similar to what you’d see on Whose Line Is It Anyway? Everything is made up completely on the spot based on audience suggestions. It’s a truly entertaining and spontaneous way to spend your evening! PG-13 North County Improv Squad on Facebook / Instagram

Use the code FCBSD50 to enjoy a $50 discount on your registration. We will be hosting an FC Barcelona Soccer Camp in San Diego, CA, from July 13 to July 17. The camp will take place at Maranatha Christian Schools, running from Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. 5 days of training with official FC Barcelona coaches. Players will learn the same successful methodology where players such as Leo Messi, Sergio Busquets, Lamine Yamal, and Xavi Hernández emerged from. Campers will receive an FC Barcelona Soccer Camp certified diploma for the completion of the camp. Several prizes and awards will be given to certain players who excel throughout the week. Do not miss this opportunity! Barça Academy USA on Facebook / Instagram

Learn to Carve a Spoon! Sunday, December 21, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Beginning spoon carving. In this introduction course of carving Woodworker Paul Maschka will be sharing the ancient style of green wood hand carving with simple but very precise hand tools–a small carving axe, straight blade carving knife and a curved hook knife. With proper techniques, green wood can be intricately sculpted into extremely beautiful, functional and unique pieces of art. Paul specializes in Viking-era cutlery. This Scandinavian style is still being crafted around the world. In this workshop, students will be creating a straight tea spoon or straight cooking spoon. This class is designed for the beginner as well as more experienced carvers. There is no prerequisite for this class. All of the necessary tools and materials will be available to students for this class. Tools and chopping blocks will be available for purchase after the class. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome, or 14+ years with an accompanying adult! • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

JCPenney is kicking off the holidays by hosting the first official holiday party as shoppers wait to begin their Black Friday shopping. Starting at 4 a.m. on Black Friday (11/28), a JCPenney hype team will energize customers in line with games, trivia and impromptu dance breaks to make the wait feel shorter and keep the holiday spirits merry and bright. To add cozy comfort and holiday nostalgia, JCPenney will also provide hot apple cider and donuts to those waiting to get in the store. Finally, a roaming photographer will capture Polaroids of joyful moments in line, giving customers a keepsake and a shareable holiday memory with friends and loved ones.

Get ready for a spooky Halloween with the San Diego Fixit Clinic at the Carlsbad City Library on October 25, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. We have family-friendly activities such DIY upcycled Halloween home decorating. Bring your Costume for swapping and mending. Have items for repair? No problem, SD Fixit Coaches are ready to help you repair your stuff. Georgina Cole Library 1250 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008 Free offerings • Mend your favorite outfit or Halloween costume • Fix lighting, gadgets, and small appliances • DIY upcycled Halloween home decor and pumpkin/squash recipes • Halloween costume swap with Positive Phee • Free tool and knife sharpening Space is limited for this FREE event. RSVP today https://events.humanitix.com/sdfixitclinic_carlsbad San Diego FixIt Clinic on Instagram

Learn how to weave a small, flat reed basket in this class taught by Marsha Orr of the Misti Washington Gourd and Basket Guild. Supplies limited to the first 18 participants. First come, first serve. This program made possible by the Jim and Bette Sherman Fund. For students in 6th-12th grade. Coronado Public Library on Facebook / Instagram