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Join The Beach Boys’ co-founder Al Jardine for a night of classic hits, rarities & deep cuts of The Beach Boys featuring The Pet Sounds Band at The Magnolia on Saturday, November 22 at 7:30 p.m. The show will include such Beach Boys’ greatest hits as “California Girls,” “I Get Around,” “Wouldn’t It Be Nice,” “Sloop John B,” “Surfin’ USA” and “Fun, Fun, Fun” that helped define the California sound. Jardine sang lead on their No. 1 hit “Help Me, Rhonda” and contributed arrangements and production on numerous tracks throughout their career. Jardine was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1988 and received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2001.

Some of the nation's largest restaurants boast of decades-long survival through economic downturns, stiffer competition, and changing American palates. And we still love them anyway. Why?

A 1960s pop song, a must-have soft toy and a global anime hit are among the leaders on YouTube's year-end trends list.

Celebrate San Diego Civic Youth Ballet’s 80th Anniversary Season with the joy and spirit of “The Nutcracker.” Journey with Clara and her Nutcracker Prince through a daring battle with mischievous mice to a shimmering world of swirling snow and finally, to the enchanted Land of the Sweets, where sparkling confections, waltzing flowers, and the dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy bring the holiday season to life. A beloved tradition for audiences of all ages, directed by SDCYB Artistic Director Danika Pramik-Holdaway, and set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless musical score, this production runs from December 10 to 21, 2025 at the historic Casa del Prado Theater in Balboa Park. All tickets are $27, and can be purchased online at www.sdcyb.org, or over the phone at 619-259-0220. ADA seating is available and may be purchased over the phone or in the office only. 10% discount available for groups of 10+ per performance by entering code 10Plus at checkout. San Diego Civic Youth Ballet on Facebook / Instagram

The North Coast Symphony Orchestra joins with North Coast Singers to present Holiday Harmonies, a concert of festive music, on Friday, December 12 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 14 at 2 p.m. at the San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas. The program includes orchestral arrangements of beloved classics including "White Christmas," "Jingle Bell Fantasy," "Overture of French Carols," "Greensleeves," and "Joy to the World." The orchestra will be joined by the North Coast Singers, a youth choir of students in grades 4–12. North Coast Symphony Orchestra on Facebook

The San Diego Asian Film Festival showcases 150 films from 30 countries over the next 10 days.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve under the Baja California Sunshine Make the best season to celebrate New Years in Baja's Gold Coast. Celebrate New Year’s Eve under the Baja California Sunshine Make the best season to celebrate New Years in Baja's Gold Coast. Five Star Tours has the perfect experience to enjoy a sunny experience with us. Baja California is known for it’s near perfect weather and year round activities. This is the best time to enjoy and savor the weather without the crowds. Our tour begins at the San Diego Airport or Five Star Visitor Center where we will greet you and escort you to your hotel. Then we will do a four hour city tour of Tijuana in the morning with early checkins at the Rosarito Beach Hotel. This evening, you’re invited to a welcome dinner with a traditional Baja lobster Dinner with all the trimmings . Our second day starts with a day visiting Mexico's largest wine producing valley, Valle de Guadalupe. We will visit Mexico's largest winery and enjoy a lunch overlooking Baja Wine Country. On the last day of the tour, we will have a late departure back home with transfers to the Airport after 5 p.m. Itinerary: Dec. 30- Day 1: Arrival in San Diego ( early morning) with a four hour city tour of Tijuana. We will check in at your hotel to enjoy the afternoon. We will have a welcome dinner at Puerto Nuevo Lobster Village with live marachis! Overnight Stay in Rosarito Beach Hotel Dec. 31- Day 2: Day Trip to Baja Wine Country with wine tastings and a fabulous meal setting and then a New Years Eve celebration at the Rosarito Beach Hotel with all the party favors included! This tour includes a New Years Eve Dinner and NYE Party. Overnight in Rosarito Beach Hotel. Jan. 1- Day 3: HAPPY NEW YEAR. Last Day to savor the sun at your resort. We will depart Baja at 1 p.m. with a return to the USA and late afternoon transfers to Airport. Includes: - Meet & Greet Service at the San Diego Airport - All Tours, Attraction Tickets and Evening Dinner - Wine Tastings with meal at Valle de Guadalupe - All Transportation and Personal Guide for assistance - Hotel Accommodations at Rosarito Beach Not Include: - Guides and Drivers Gratuities - Hotel Accommodations: Rosarito Beach Hotel, Rosarito Beach, Baja California or similar Notes: Please make sure to book outgoing flights after 5 p.m. We will depart the resort at 12 p.m. There might be a border delay that we are not responsible for that can linger from 30 minutes to 2 hours. Passports are required for border entry for Mexico/USA. Five Star Tours on Facebook / Instagram

This tiny disc of zinc with just a smidge of copper has played an outsized role in our national (and international) discourse. The U.S. Mint ended production of the one-cent coin last week.

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents the free Opening Reception for “Reflections in Play” on Friday, Nov 7, 2025 from 5-8 p.m. at our Gallery in The Arts District, Liberty Station, with over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The water-based media exhibition runs Nov 2-29. Gallery hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 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

Buckingham Palace said the king's brother will be known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor and not as a prince, and he will move from his Royal Lodge residence into "private accommodation."