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Mission Valley, an open-air shopping center located in San Diego, invites children and their families to come meet Santa starting at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 17. Visitors anxiously awaiting the opportunity to meet Santa, share holiday wish lists, and take coveted family photos with Old St. Nick will enjoy the experience of visiting Santa Claus in Mission Valley’s beautifully decorated AMC Theatres Court this year. Nearby, there will be two special mailboxes (one under the giant Christmas tree and another at the Santa set) where children can drop off their personal letters to Santa. Opportunities for professional photos with Santa will begin immediately following Santa’s arrival at the center. Professional photo packages range from $39.99 to $49.99. In addition to paid professional photos, the center’s beautiful Santa set will also include a variety of no-cost selfie opportunities. To reduce overall wait times, families are strongly encouraged to make a reservation in advance of their visit. While strongly encouraged, a reservation is not required, and walk-up visits will be accommodated on a space-available basis. Guests making an advance reservation will receive a free personalized phone call from Santa before their visit. To see Santa’s availability or reserve a photo session, visit https://www.mission-valley.com/event/photos-with-santa/2146500198 WHEN: Dates and Times Vary - Santa’s Arrival: November 17 at 11 a.m. - Photos with Santa: November 17 – December 24 (Christmas Eve)* *To see Santa’s availability or reserve a photo session SANTA HOURS* Monday through Friday 11 a.m. -7 p.m. (break 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.) Saturdays 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. (break 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.) Sunday 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. (break 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.) Christmas Eve 9 a.m. - 4pm (break 1-2 p.m.) CLOSED Thanksgiving Click here to view full calendar. *Times are subject to change. Santa takes milk and cookie breaks as needed. Connect with Mission Valley on Facebook

About 250 Filipinos live on Thitu Island, the largest and most inhabited island of the Spratlys, in the South China Sea. But Chinese ships are never far away.

The ElimiNATION Awareness Tour stops in San Diego to offer free hepatitis tests to the unsheltered population.

Experience a Direct Divine Light healing, performed in a supportive group setting, on the Full Moon. Full moons are the perfect time to release any negative energy in your aura and blockages in your life. Whether you are seeking physical, mental or emotional transformation, Divine Light healing is a full-spectrum aura therapy. It offers spiritual upliftment in every area of life including a greater sense of self-reliance and self-confidence, release of past traumas and negative habits, accelerated development of talent and abilities and greater harmony in all types of relationships. “Spiritual energy is the single biggest key to building and sustaining health, because it connects you to your source of health.” - Barbara Martin & Dimitri Moraitis – The Healing Power of Your Aura The aura is crucial to healing because it is the place where you generate the spiritual energy to manifest health. Built on the clairvoyant experiences of renowned teachers Barbara Y. Martin and Dimitri Moraitis, these healing techniques have been endorsed by medical luminaries C. Norman Shealy and Dr. Richard Gerber. Neil Mintz is a certified Divine Light Teacher through Spiritual Arts Institute, with 12 years of intensive study in metaphysics and healing. A devoted husband and father of two sons, Neil founded a highly successful manufacturing company innovating new products. Neil currently volunteers his fulltime to serving the Institute as Director of Events and Outreach, on the Board of Directors, and teaching workshops and classes. Neil’s teaching style is open and accessible. He focuses on helping students understand how to apply the teachings in their everyday lives. For more information visit: spiritualarts.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Visit Fiesta de Reyes from October 1 through November 2 to enjoy the wonder of La Experiencia! Featuring professional face painters, captivating art demonstrations, live entertainment, and both traditional and contemporary altars on display. Wander through this charming plaza in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park on Thursday through Sunday for live mariachi music and beautiful folklorico dancers. Old Town San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Shop amazing art and crafts on Saturday, October 28 & Sunday, October 29, 2023 along San Diego Avenue and Harney Street. The event will also include activities for the whole family. Saturday from 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Visit: oldtownsandiego.org/event/2023-dia-de-los-muertos-mercado/ Old Town San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

San Diego Civic Dance Association’s 2023 FNOT: Fundraising Night of Theater is our BIG annual fundraising event and review/preview show of our favorite choreography from the year before and some sneak peaks at the year ahead. We need you now more than ever! Prior to the Covid pandemic, SDCDA’s hard working volunteers raised over $150,000 annually to cover program costs. Like many nonprofits, we are still in recovery mode and we need your support. In addition, a lack of payment by the ticket company we used for our 77th Annual June 2023 recital shows has impeded our ability to properly fund our program. Please note - doors close at approximately 7:50 p.m. Plan ahead for parking! For more information visit: civicdancearts.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at 7 p.m. on KPBS 2 / Stream now with the PBS App. This one-hour special hosted by CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg. Peter takes viewers on a delightful exploration of all eight Spanish islands: El Hierro Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, La Gomera, La Graciosa Lanzarote, La Palma, and Tenerife.

San Diego’s iconic resort campground, is thrilled to announce the summer return of its Giant Water Slide and Campland Rocks™ live entertainment series beginning Memorial Day weekend, May 26-29, 2023. Experience resort-style amenities and family-friendly activities with affordable beachfront RV and tent accommodations on Mission Bay. Campland’s ever-evolving Activities & Events calendar offers a wide variety of fun and engaging activities for guests of all ages. Kids will love the arts and crafts sessions, bubble soccer, dodgeball, ping pong tournament, Capture the Flag and other games. Adults will enjoy BINGO, trivia and horseshoe tournaments. For those looking to relax and stay centered, Campland offers complimentary yoga classes held on the Central Park lawn every Monday and Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Thrill-seekers can make a splash with a ride on the Giant Water Slide. The 27-foot inflatable is open daily for the holiday weekend and on select days throughout the summer. The resort’s ever-popular Campland Rocks lineup returns Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 7 p.m. for the holiday weekend inviting campers to the Central Park lawn to enjoy live performances by Southern California’s top tribute bands. The live entertainment series continues every Friday and Saturday evening throughout the summer. Located just steps away from the live performance stage, the resort's Cantina restaurant serves classic American dishes, such as pizza, tacos, burgers, and fresh salads. Adult beverages including craft cocktails, beer and wine are also available. On weekend mornings, guests can enjoy made-to-order breakfast burritos, pancakes and delicious breakfast sides. Dine al fresco while enjoying breathtaking views of the bay or take your meal to-go. Cool off with a trip to the Ice Cream Parlor and enjoy a variety of ice cream flavors, toppings, shakes and sundaes. Take advantage of Campland’s premium bayfront location and explore Mission Bay with watersports rentals including pedal boats, kayaks and pontoon boats or bike rentals including beach cruisers and surrey carts. Golf cart rentals are available for resort guests to get around the park in style. Additional amenities include a convenience market and coffee counter, dog park, playground, game room, and heated pools and spas. All of Campland’s activities and amenities are available to guests staying overnight at Mission Bay RV Resort, accessible via a short walk or bike ride over the Mike Gotch Memorial Bridge. For guests who are new to camping or do not own an RV, Campland on the Bay and Mission Bay RV Resort have a directory of local RV rental companies listed on their websites that will deliver a sanitized RV to your site, all hooked up and ready to enjoy. RV arrangements must be made directly through the rental companies. Tent camping is also available at Campland on the Bay, including free camping for underserved youth and families. To book a reservation or to learn more about resort amenities, please visit Campland and Mission Bay RV Resort. To view Campland’s complete Activities & Events schedule visit here. To learn more about Campland’s Free Camping Program or to determine eligibility, please call (858) 581-4265 or visit here. Campland on the Bay®, San Diego’s favorite resort campground, offers affordable waterfront RV and tent camping along the shores of Mission Bay in San Diego. Campland has repeatedly been voted Best Staycation Location by San Diego Union-Tribune readers. For over 50 years, Campland has provided family-friendly fun, drawing campers back year after year and bringing generations together to create memorable experiences. The resort offers a wide range of amenities, activities and recreational opportunities onsite, including watersports, skateboard park, and a cantina, just steps away from a scenic public beach. Campsite offerings include full hook-ups with beachfront or nature preserve views in shady or sunny areas. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

From the gallery: Join us on Saturday, August 26 for two book talks by Space 4 Art artist-authors! C Fodoreanu’s book, Ode to the Lake Sacalaia, explores the tension of self-discovery and identity, queer or not, and the in-between states of one’s self-awareness. It pays homage to younger selves searching for faith and ideals, and reconnects to what holds one true to oneself. Click here to learn more about C’s book. Linda Litteral’s courageous memoir, Show and Tell: Healing From Trauma Through Art, shares the story of her abuse, and its physical and psychological effects. It catalogs various healing modalities she has practiced through the decades, and details how, ultimately, the power of creating and sharing her art helped her actively begin her healing journey. Click here to learn more about Linda’s book. Please contact Linda on Instagram with questions. 2:00 pm - C Fodoreanu’s Ode to the Lake Sacalaia 2:30 pm - Break (mingle, snack, book signing) 3:00 pm - Linda Litteral’s Show and Tell: Healing From Trauma Through Art Free Admission Space 4 Art is proud to offer FREE entry to our events whenever possible. If you would like to partner with us to make the arts “free for all,” please consider making a donation today. Location Our address is 340 16th Street. The entrance to Space 4 Art is located on 16th St, near J St, directly across from Goodwill. A staff member will be posted at the gate to let pedestrians in. Rideshare or public transportation is encouraged—our closest bus stop is located at Market & 16th (Routes 3,5). Parking We cannot offer parking onsite; however, there are street parking and several paid parking options nearby: https://www.eastvillagesandiego.com/parking-transit After parking, you can call FRED (the free downtown shuttle) to order a free ride to Space 4 Art: https://www.ridecircuit.com/fred. Download the app and create an account before requesting your first ride! Accessibility Our warehouse studios are wheelchair accessible via our 16th Street entrance. Our live/work area can only be accessed via a flight of stairs. Please call the office if you need assistance. Related links: Space 4 Art website | Instagram | Facebook