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Back for its 9th year, Sips & Sweets with Santa is the ultimate kickoff to the holiday season — and trust us, it’s as magical as it is merry! Come sip, snack, and sleigh the day away with festive fun for the whole fam! Don’t forget to bring an unwrapped toy for our Anvil of Hope Toy Drive — you’ll get 5 extra raffle tickets for every toy donated! Help us spread joy to local families in need. New This Year: The "Snow Much Fun" Zone — a large, magical winter playland and photo op where kiddos can toss soft snowballs, make snow angels, and build fluffy snow castles in a snowy scene that feels straight out of the North Pole. Complete with thousands of shimmering snowflakes falling from the sky, it’s the perfect spot for frosty fun and holiday photos! Included with VIP Tickets Available as an add-on for GA Tickets for $10 per family The best part? We’re using snow from @snowwonder — made from safe, non-toxic materials that are totally dry and mess-free, so kids can play without the chill (or soggy mittens!). No wet clothes. No cold fingers. Just pure, frosty fun for the whole fam! Visit: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/sandiegomoms/1738791?fbclid=IwY2xjawNSGIZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETExQlRvWkNtRzF4aHJhQmFTAR5lOz97Ili8TTMyAncBqNNWDZ_UWR_wKV8PvPte0xm69b414kmgvKxilZHuEA_aem_1sGNz65gVZynwpNYKU2aRw

The image of gun ownership in America has been white, rural and Republican, but that's been changing as more liberals and minorities have been buying guns, especially after the 2024 election.

A fun-filled day dedicated to military families that’s not to be missed! Get out and dance (or just listen and enjoy) to live music on stage throughout the day. Experience military displays hands-on, light armored vehicles, armaments and even robots. There’s lots of fun activities for the kids, and, of course, food trucks! Admission is free! Visit: https://www.fleetweeksandiego.org/military-family-day/ Fleet Week San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

This market is held annually to support small businesses by showcasing local crafters and artists. It's the perfect occasion for guests to purchase gifts for the holidays while supporting local businesses. Visit: https://www.niwa.org/holiday-market Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Bring the entire family to Free Second Sunday for our family series, Play Day! Join your MCASD friends on a journey to outer space. Learn about the Apollo Space program and earthly forms by Robert Rauschenberg and Maya Lin. Then, make Lego relief printed Valentine’s cards to show your friends and family you love them to the moon and back! Art Activity: Lego relief printing Valentine’s cards *Museum admission is free from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. for all visitors, with Play Day offerings happening between 11a.m. – 2 p.m. No RSVPs are required for Play Day admission.

From our hands to your home! You'll find beautiful bowls, cutting boards, ornaments, carvings, toys, jewelry, and much more! We are looking forward to seeing you. Come explore and shop handmade, one-of-a-kind gifts at great prices. Every single woodworking piece is exquisitely crafted by our volunteer master woodworkers. Our annual fundraiser proceeds support woodworking programs for the San Diego community. Come visit us on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 from 9 a.m. - 1p.m.! This event is free and open to the public. But be there early - our Holiday Gift Sale is our most popular event, people line up before the doors open and items sell quickly! Learn more at SDFWA.org/hgs Venue details: San Diego Fine Woodworkers Association, 5360 Eastgate Mall, Suite E (SDFWA Member Shop), San Diego, California, 92121, United States San Diego Fine Woodworkers on Facebook / Instagram

We’re hosting Thanksgiving this year! Gather with us for a special three-course menu, along with our full menu, available all day on Thursday, November 27. We’ll see you there! Visit: https://www.louandmickeys.com/ Lou & Mickey's on Instagram and Facebook

Feeding San Diego is hosting a free, large-scale, emergency food distribution this Saturday, November 8, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at our headquarters in Sorrento Valley (9477 Waples St., Ste. 100, San Diego, CA 92121) to help those impacted by the federal government shutdown. No registration is required. All are welcome. Recipients will receive fresh produce and non-perishable groceries. If you or someone you know needs food support, please join us. Visit: feedingsandiego.org/find-food/ Feeding San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

A California company is using AI to help diagnose homeless Californians. The technology promises better access to health care, but it also raises questions.

Annual Veterans Appreciation Dance. Nov. 13, 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Dance lessons: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Live band: 12 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Free admission for veterans. $5 for non-veterans. First 200 participants are guaranteed lunch. Balboa Park Club Ballroom, 2150 Pan American Rd. West. Visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/event/veterans-day-celebration-balboa-park-club-ballroom