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Capture the magic of the season at Parkway Plaza with Photos With Santa, happening now through December 24 at Santa’s Set in Center Court. Guests can meet Santa, share their wish lists, and purchase photo packages to commemorate the moment. A $20 deposit is required to reserve your spot, and advance reservations are strongly encouraged.. In addition to regular visits, Parkway Plaza is hosting special themed experiences throughout the season, including a Sensory-Friendly Visit on Sunday, December 14 from 9-10 a.m. for a calm and comforting Santa experience. Enjoy festive coziness during PJ Nights every Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. Plus other fun special guest visits and photo opportunities at The Set include Two of Santa’s Reindeer on December 20 from 3-5 p.m., The Grinch on December 22 from 4-7 p.m., and The Grinch and 2 Snowflake Stilt Walkers on December 24 from 3-5 p.m.! Parkway Plaza on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

First, a look into why there’s some controversy surrounding the quick appointment of Imperial Beach’s new mayor. Plus, another look into seniors' vulnerability to scams and how to best avoid them. Then, our latest civic values installment discusses authenticity and its role in politics.

San Diego’s unsafe camping ordinance prohibits tent camping in public spaces. To avoid frequent encampment cleanup, some homeless San Diegans are moving to freeways, making it harder — and more dangerous — for outreach workers to reach them.

A nationwide study shows how access to Medicaid saved lives. Then, business leaders are voicing their opposition to a proposal to raise the minimum wage to $25 an hour in the city of San Diego. , Plus, federal funding cuts threaten a local school district’s program that provides resources to families of children with behavioral challenges.

Julianna Zachariou is making music in a world where streams pay pennies, forcing independent artists to get creative just to stay in the game. From crowdfunding to pushing for new legislation, she's fighting for change in the industry.

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents “Nature’s Alchemy.” juried by award-winning artist, Kathleen Scoggin. The water-based media exhibition runs March 2-29, 2025 at our Gallery in The ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station. The free Opening Reception is Friday, Mar 7 from 5-8 p.m. with over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The Gallery is open Weds-Sun, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Please visit www.sdws.org for more information. San Diego Watercolor Society on Facebook / Instagram

Get an introduction to the pottery studio in this one-session ceramics workshop designed for young artists ages 8 and up. Participants will explore wheel throwing for the first time, learning foundational techniques to center clay, shape simple forms, and create small ceramic vessels. This hands-on pottery class emphasizes creative exploration, tactile learning, and skill-building in a supportive studio setting. No prior ceramics or pottery experience is required. Just bring curiosity and a willingness to work with clay. Perfect for kids and teens interested in trying a wheel-throwing ceramics class in a fun, safe environment! - Registration is required and includes 1 ticket spot - Registration for this workshop does not include museum admission Visit: https://thinkplaycreate.org/event/intro-to-the-pottery-wheel-ceramics-workshop-ages-8-afternoon/2026-03-14/ The New Children's Museum on Instagram and Facebook

After premiering Off-Broadway last season, "A Taste of Ireland―The Irish Music & Dance Sensation" returns to stages across the USA in 2025, performing the show that has entertained thousands around the globe. Laugh, cry and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation. Performed by former World Irish dance champions, and featuring dancers from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance, "A Taste of Ireland" transports the audience through the story of Ireland’s tumultuous history delivered with a pint of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, live jaw-dropping acapella tap battles and heartwarming storytelling. Featuring revamped classics of Danny Boy, Tell Me Ma, Wild Rover, and many more well-known songs, the show’s reimagined contemporary score blossoms alongside the brash Irish charm of the live dance cast. ‘A Taste of Ireland’ merges cultural traditions, modern flair, and craic galore, to deliver a performance that has been leaving audiences across the globe jigging on their feet for the last decade. With over one hundred and fifty 5-star Facebook reviews, "A Taste of Ireland" is exactly what it promises: a taste of everything you love about Ireland with a generous helping of more! "A Taste of Ireland" is a show with 100% live singing and dancing that bridges the gap between storytelling, modern Irish dance, tap and contemporary dance to tell a historic story, live on stage. **Please note: musical instruments are subject to change from performance to performance Visit: https://sandiegotheatres.org/event/2025/10/taste-ireland Balboa Theater San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Sip, savor & connect at Luce Loft in Downtown San Diego. Catered food, open bar & top brands—all in one unforgettable evening. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/whiskey-sessions-by-san-diego-whiskey-society-tickets-1388575489669?aff=ebdssbdestsearch San Diego Whisky Society on Facebook

Join us at 1 p.m. for "Oceanside Re-beaching" presented by Jayme Timberlake, Coastal Zone Administrator, City of Oceanside Jayme Timberlake, Oceanside's Coastal Zone Administrator, will tell us about the years of study and planning that have gone into the Oceanside Sand Nourishment and Retention Project, known as Re:Beach. At 2:30 p.m. "The Morocco Hero Who Helped the Spanish Conquistadores" by Kitty Morse, LIFE Member. Estebanico, the Black Moor from Azamour, Morocco, who along with four Spanish Conquistadores, trekked from La Florida to the Sea of Cortez in 1539. Free, every Friday. Please join us. Available on ZOOM for members. Parking permits are required for the College, come early. Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html