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Granholm's statement came as the Energy Department released a long-awaited study that found U.S. LNG shipments drive up domestic wholesale prices and frequently displace renewable energy sources.

Downtown’s The Whiskey House is hosting its September Whiskey Club event on Tuesday, September 24 at 7 p.m. with Maker’s Mark, featuring tastings of three exclusive wood finishes that are rarely seen in the market. Tickets are $50 in advance and $60 day-of (if available). The price includes a welcome cocktail (Maker’s Mark 46 Old Fashioned), 0.5-oz. tastings of four whiskeys (The Whiskey House Select Barrel and the three exclusive wood finishes), and a food menu of Vietnamese wings, steak sliders, and charcuterie. Visit: https://www.thewhiskeyhousesd.com/ The Whisky House on Instagram and Facebook

Fan fiction — unsanctioned, unofficially published works based on popular novels or films — was intentionally never mainstream. The coming months will see a trio of titles by popular Draco and Hermione — Dramione — fanfic authors.

Our top picks for film festivals in San Diego this season: Asian, Italian and LGBTQ+ film festival fill local cinemas.

The VA Servicing Purchase program has helped about 20,000 veterans avoid foreclosure. But Republicans in Congress have been critical of the program, saying it puts too much taxpayer money at risk.

We’ll shake, we’ll rattle, and we’ll clap along to the beat as we dance to exciting rhythms with our friends in the percussion family! Your family’s musical exploration starts here! San Diego Symphony musicians share their favorite sing-a-longs, rhymes, dances, and musical games in a series that introduces your youngest listeners to the instruments of the orchestra. Designed for families with children ages 0 – 5, these interactive, fun, and sensory-friendly concerts are 30 minutes. Each Symphony Kids concert will feature fun pre-concert activities. Families are encouraged to arrive early and enjoy hands-on experiences, including crafts and musical instrument exploration in collaboration with ChIMES. These concerts are sensory friendly and feature options like a designated quiet room, sensory kits (upon request), and social stories to support your family's visit. In partnership with SDSU Center for Autism + Developmental Disorders and Autism Society San Diego Visit: https://www.sandiegosymphony.org/performances/symphony-kids-meet-the-percussion/ San Diego Symphony on Instagram and Facebook

With 11 albums to their credit, husband and wife duo Hannah Alkire on cello and Joe Scott on double neck guitjo is nothing like you've ever heard before. These masterful artists captivate audiences worldwide with their signature "new acoustic" blend of Celtic, Americana, World and Flamenco musical instruments, which can be aptly described as a "sumptuous musical feast." Joe's guitjo has 14 strings for which he has developed his own style and technique, playing both necks simultaneously. Classically trained cellist Hannah is recognized internationally for her stunning tone and emotional, impeccable playing. This performance promises to be an afternoon of brilliant musicality. Acoustic Eidolon on Facebook

The National Weather Service forecasts low temperatures around 45 degrees through Thursday night.

Join Vistal, the Baja-inspired seafood restaurant at InterContinental San Diego, for a special, one-night only five-course swordfish dinner and live demo on Friday, November 8 at 5:30 p.m.! In partnership with local seafood sustainability stalwart Chula Seafood, this will be a night of culinary adventure, beginning with sunset cocktails on the terrace, followed by a live breakdown demonstration of a whole local swordfish by swordfish experts. Then, indulge in a special five-course dinner, featuring different cuts of the fish in each course, beginning with: Amuse of Swordfish Bone Marrow Gazpacho made with yellow cactus fruit, farmer's market tomatoes, finger lime, hoja santa oil, and sea salt Next, enjoy a Swordfish Escabeche made with olive oil confit swordfish belly, mussels, padron peppers, seaweed butter toast, and paprika vinaigrette Followed by Smoked Swordfish Collar Filled Ravioli made with kelp pasta dough, fennel, and brown butter. The evening concludes with a Swordfish Al Pastor made with poblano polenta, pickled red onion, and pineapple butter Followed by Espresso Chocolate Truffle Cake made with almond tuile, swordfish eye ice cream, pumpkin seed oil, and candied pumpkin. Don’t miss this exclusive chance to immerse yourself in a culinary journey abundant with local San Diego seafood. Secure your spot today- reservations can be purchased online, and are priced at $85 per person. Visit: https://resy.com/cities/san-diego-ca/venues/vistal-bar-and-restaurant/events/whole-swordfish-dinner-and-demo-featuring-chula-seafood-2024-11-08? Chula Seafood on Instagram and Facebook

From the organizers: Join the author of Time is a Mother for a reading and conversation about his writing process, his influences, and the themes behind his New York Times-bestselling, deeply intimate second poetry collection. About Ocean Vuong Ocean Vuong is the author of the New York Times bestselling poetry collection, Time is a Mother (Penguin Press 2022), and the New York Times bestselling novel, On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous (Penguin Press 2019), which has been translated into 37 languages. A recipient of a 2019 MacArthur “Genius” Grant, he is also the author of the critically acclaimed poetry collection, Night Sky with Exit Wounds, a New York Times Top 10 Book of 2016, winner of the T.S. Eliot Prize, the Whiting Award, the Thom Gunn Award, and the Forward Prize for Best First Collection. A Ruth Lilly fellow from the Poetry Foundation, his honors include fellowships from the Lannan Foundation, the Civitella Ranieri Foundation, The Elizabeth George Foundation, The Academy of American Poets, and the Pushcart Prize. Born in Saigon, Vietnam and raised in Hartford, Connecticut in a working class family of nail salon and factory laborers, he was educated at nearby Manchester Community College before transferring to Pace University to study International Marketing. Without completing his first term, he dropped out of Business school and enrolled at Brooklyn College, where he graduated with a B.A. in Nineteenth Century American Literature. He subsequently received his M.F.A. in Poetry from New York University. He currently lives in Northampton, Massachusetts and serves as a tenured Professor in the Creative Writing M.F.A. Program at New York University. Related links: ArtPower: website | Instagram Ocean Vuong: website | Instagram