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Playwright Keiko Green's "Empty Ride" follows the story of a woman who returns home to a small town in Japan, after the 2011 tsunami, to take care of her father — and continue his taxi route. This play was commissioned by The Old Globe is on stage Feb. 13 through March 2.

Vienna has a way to make affordable housing and combat climate change all at the same time. Now U.S. cities want in, and they're building their own green housing.

The holiday season can be especially tender when we are missing someone we love. This 2-hour interactive gathering offers gentle guidance, education, and ritual practices to help navigate grief during this time of year. Hosted by Wendy Kessler, Grief Guide, this is a time for us to come together and acknowledge that the holidays can present additional challenges for those who are grieving. Wendy will share practical ways to navigate the season and show us how knowledge, ritual and creativity can aid in the integration of grief. Together, we will: - Learn about the nature of grief and tools for navigating hard days - Explore the history and healing power of ritual - Create a personalized candle ritual scape to take home - Share in community conversation and connection The heart of our time will be the Five-Candle Ritual, a simple yet profound way to honor loved ones we miss. Each candle represents sorrow, courage, memories, love, and hope. Whether practiced in community or privately, this ritual can become a grounding tradition throughout the holidays and beyond. All supplies are included, and you’ll leave with a ritual candlescape, handouts, and practices you can return to at home. Feel free to bring-your-own special items that you'd like to include in your candlescape - a favorite container like a tray or basket, trinkets and mementos to personalize your creation. Come as you are, with your grief, your love, and your memories. Together, we’ll create space for light and hope. The Death Network: Website / Facebook / Instagram

The spirit, sounds and flavors of southwest Louisiana come alive at the largest and most-authentic Louisiana-themed music and food festival this side of the bayou. With everything from A to Zydeco, this 4-day, family-friendly cultural celebration takes place on picture-perfect San Diego Bay, featuring 100+ live musical acts & performances on 7 stages, wooden dance floors, shade, green grass and plenty of fun for the kids. Come for the music, stay for the food. Gator By The Bay’s mouthwatering French Quarter Food Court is what foodie dreams are made of. Check off every box on your bayou-inspired culinary bucket list and chow down on authentic Cajun, Creole and Southern culinary delights, including gumbo, jambalaya, beignets and 10,000 pounds of crawfish brought directly from Louisiana. Gator By The Bay is Mardi Gras in May Gator by the Bay - Zydeco, Blues & Crawfish Festival returns to San Diego on May 8-11, 2025! Enjoy a zesty gumbo of music, food and joie de vivre with 100+ entertaining performances and culinary delights, presented by San Diego's Bon Temps Social Club. We guarantee you: Music, Dance, Food & Fun! More than 100 performances on 7 stages Zydeco, Blues, Cajun, Rockabilly and Latin music and dance in one place Huge Shaded Dance Floors Authentic Tastes of Louisiana in the French Quarter Food Court Shopping Delights in the Juried Crafts Market Family Friendly Atmosphere and Entertainment Intriguing presentations of Louisiana culture Kids 17 and under FREE with paid adult For more information and a full entertainment schedule view the website listed above. Daily Hours: Thursday: 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. - Special Evening Concert Friday 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. - Afternoon & Evening Festival with Full Food Court and Three Stages Saturday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. - Full Festival with Seven Stages Sunday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. - Full Festival with Seven Stages Visit: Gator By The Bay-Zydeco, Blues & Crawfish Festival Gator by the Bay on Instagram and Facebook

Deep in the Peruvian Amazon, the Kakataibo Indigenous Guard patrols their ancestral land armed with spears, machetes and a drone — risking their lives to keep cocaine producers out of the forest.

Iran's foreign minister on Sunday said that Tehran is no longer enriching uranium at any site in the country.

The San Diego Italian Film Festival presents its 19th annual feStivale, a showcase of the best new Italian cinema with a series of premieres varying from dramas and comedies to documentaries. Theme of this year’s festival is Courage, the strength to speak up, break barriers, and imagine new futures. Through movies and shorts, this year’s 19th feStivale invites audiences to explore the many faces of courage that shape Italian culture, challenge conventions, and inspire change. All while providing an Italian perspective and allowing for dialogues and discovery to take place. The 19th feStivale will include discussions with guest filmmakers, producers and artists, the 7th annual Ristretto Awards (our shorts competition), and the annual feSta: a party with the best in Italian food, live music, and the announcement of the winners of our Ristretto Award, all at the Museum of Photographic Arts at the Museum of Art and the Digital Gym Cinema. Buona visione! Visit: https://www.sandiegoitalianfilmfestival.com/festival-2025 SD Italian Film Festival on Instagram and Facebook

Find the perfect unique holiday gift or add to your personal art collection at Foothills Art Association's "C Note" Art Sale, where every piece of original art—including traditional fine art, photography, and digital prints—is priced at just $100 (cash only). The show runs from December 5 to January 7, offering a constantly refreshed selection from local artists. Join us for a special public reception on Saturday, December 13, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. to meet the artists and enjoy the exhibit. Foothills Art Association on Facebook

Big insurance companies have pulled back from California, forcing thousands to turn to insurers of last resort. Fire victims say the limited policies will make recovery and rebuilding more difficult.

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents the free Opening Reception for “Passion and Purpose” on Friday, Dec 5, 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. 30-Dec. 27. 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