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Bressi Ranch Village Center, an open-air shopping center in the heart of the Bressi Ranch community in Carlsbad, California, invites the community to celebrate the season during its free “Ho-Ho-Ho-Down Holiday Workshop” event on Saturday, December 6th, from noon to 3 p.m. in the Bressi Ranch Park at the patio near Peet’s Coffee & Tea. The event features live country music, line dancing, wreath making, a hot cocoa bar, personalized bandanas, and free Santa photos (craft supplies and cocoa are while supplies last). This event is free of charge and open to the public; no pre-registration is required. For more information, visit https://bressiranchvillagecenter.com. WHEN: Saturday, December 6: Noon – 3 p.m.

A stunning combination of cars and books will converge on Rancho Buena Vista High School in Vista on Saturday, October 25, for the second annual Lowriders for Literacy event. The event brings together a diverse display of lowrider cars, gathered to encourage the community to ignite a love of reading. And while the two topics may seem worlds apart on the surface, the event organizers stress that the two share powerful similarities. By drawing parallels between the time and effort required to build a lowrider and the skills needed for literacy, the event seeks to make reading more approachable and engaging for students and families. The event will take place on Saturday, October 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Rancho Buena Vista High School. A number of car clubs from across San Diego County are participating, coordinated in part by an RBV parent active in the lowrider community. The event will also feature two food trucks and an ice cream truck. Local libraries, including Vista, Oceanside, and the John Landers Community Center, as well as the San Diego Libros chapter, are involved in the event. Education Begins in the Home, a San Diego literacy organization, will donate books suitable for all age ranges, from pre-K to 12th grade. The event also features performing arts groups from the Vista Unified School District, including Mariachi and Ballet Folklórico performances. “Strong literacy skills open doors—to higher education, careers, and lifelong learning,” says RBV Assistant Principal Garry Dillard. “For students of color, literacy is especially vital in navigating systems, telling their stories, and shaping their futures. By pairing literacy with lowrider culture, we remind our students that learning is not just about school—it’s about pride, identity, and community.”

KPBS presents One Small Step in partnership with StoryCorps. This initiative brings strangers with different beliefs and backgrounds together for a conversation - not about politics - but to get to know each other as people. Together with StoryCorps, we’ll be matching participants and recording conversations. Take One Small Step towards each other and be part of the solution. To apply for an opportunity to be matched for a conversation, click here.

Pet owners are invited to bring their furry four-legged friends to a special pet photo session with Santa Claus from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on four Mondays: December 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd. (Extended hours of 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. apply on December 22nd only.) During these times, well-mannered, leashed or kenneled pets can visit with Santa in his beautifully decorated home in the Nordstrom Rack Court while professional photographers capture the memories as Santa and each fur baby enjoy a warm encounter. Mission Valley’s Santa experience will also remain open for people without pets during these times. Professional photo packages start at $39.99. 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 message from Santa before their visit. Visit: https://www.mission-valley.com/event/32217-pet-nights Mission Valley on Instagram and Facebook

New research suggests that the shift to remote work may be affecting men and women differently, with data showing more men returning to in-person work than women.

Join The Reuse & Repair Collective on Giving Tuesday, December 2, for a cozy, creative evening dedicated to crafting, cinema, community, and the power of repair! This is a festive event for the whole family and our community! This special dual-track event lets you choose your own adventure: craft with the community or get inspired by sustainable cinema. Your attendance supports our mission, as all proceeds directly fund our community repair programs and keep valuable goods out of the San Diego landfill. Room 1: Hands-on Craft Stations Embroidering & Mending– learn or practice repair and embellishment techniques to give your clothes new life. Beeswax Wrap Making – make your own reusable food wrap Free-Flow DIY – bring your own project or use provided materials to create freely at your own pace. We have a lot of upcycled yarn. Room 2: Zero Waste Film Screening (Inspiration) We’ll be showcasing a Zero Waste Film sharing the beauty and necessity of circularity and sustainable living. This is the perfect dose of inspiration to wrap up a night of conscious consumption. Community & Refreshments Enjoy light refreshments and complimentary plant-forward snack options throughout the evening. This is a wonderful opportunity to mingle with like-minded community members, new neighbors, and celebrate the power of making and community. Choose what you want to do, or do some of both! Live Auction Finale! Our hybrid online auction starts November 11 and comes to a close right here at the event! Auction End Time: The bidding officially closes at 8 p.m. on December 2. Take It Home: If you attend the event and win an item, you can take your newly won, sustainable prize home that evening! Bid Now: You can see our live auction and start bidding today: https://bit.ly/zwsd-auction Whether you're looking to pick up a new hobby, embrace more sustainable practices, or simply enjoy a fun night out for a great cause, this event offers the perfect blend of learning and connection. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today and donate to the fix! Sliding Scale Donation Cost Choose the level that is right for you. Your donation includes all crochet supplies, refreshments, and film access. 100% of your ticket donation goes directly to funding our public workshops and keeping our tools sharp for the San Diego community. $35: The Cost-Coverer—Covers the hard costs of your participation (materials, venue, supplies). $55: The Community Supporter—Helps cover costs and provides a small subsidy for another member to attend. $75: The Zero Waste Champion—A generous donation that funds your spot plus one full hour of instruction time for a future repair workshop. Zero Waste San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Date: Sunday, Nov. 30 Time: 6 - 8 p.m. Where: Native Poppy 142 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Limited Spots Available Cheers to the season! Learn how to make a wild and whimsical winter wreath at our Solana Beach flower shop! Enjoy fun and comprehensive instruction in Native Poppy's signature wreath style, and take home your wreath to display on your mantle or front door. This class is perfect for all skill-levels, and will prompt you to proudly showcase your hand-crafted wreath for the whole season. Come with friends, or solo and make friends there! Tickets include: Comprehensive and entertaining instruction for how to make a wreath, and assistance from Native Poppy's professional florists All the materials, tools, embellishments and botanical ingredients to build a winter wreath Plus: the wreath you make to take home! Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram

The price of gold hit $4,000 per ounce for the first time ever. It's a bad sign for the U.S. economy

Teachers and students say the Grossmont Union High School District board’s recent decisions to eliminate school librarian positions limit students’ access to libraries and further exacerbate concerns of censorship.

Mary Hennessy served Santee’s community for 40 years at her donut shop, Mary’s Donuts. She passed away last month, but her granddaughter says her recipes and legacy remain.