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Each week, guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: The novels All Fours and Catalina, and the song "Mikolton (Dat’s My Dawg)."

It’s that time of the year again! Santa and his many elves at the SDFWA have been getting ready for our two-day “Annual Holiday Gift Showcase” on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17-18 in our spacious new 5200 square foot Member Shop. We are the same organization that presents the world-famous Design in Wood competition at the San Diego County Fair. In fact, we are one of the largest woodworking clubs in the United States! Come join us and see what we've been creating the past year. Our elves have made 2,300+ unique, hand-crafted items. We’ve been busy carving, building, and turning a wide variety of wood species into heirloom quality gifts. The annual benefit event is part of a larger story as increasing numbers of residents from our diverse community take up woodworking as a creative endeavor. We’ve seen more women joining, as well as young members, and people of all nationalities. On Friday, Nov. 17 and Saturday, Nov. 18, we will silence the machine tools, clear the sawdust, and transform our member shop into a Holiday-themed Bazaar, full of hand-made wooden treasures such as jewelry boxes, cutting boards, turned bowls, kid’s toys, kitchen accessories and much, much more. San Diego Fine Woodworkers Association on Facebook / Instagram

Make your own Bass or Electric Guitar with bass builder and musician, Allan Corona. This course is designed to walk students through the steps of constructing their own electric and bass guitars, including using templates to cut the body from a blank. Students are guided through the use of routers and drills to remove material for fitting the components. You’ll learn to safely use the machinery and tools required to complete your own instrument. Students learn how to solder the components, install pick guard, strings and all parts needed. We will show how to finish your guitar and install all components so it’s ready to play by the end of the workshop. Materials are provided. This class is open to all levels, but taking Intro to the Woodshop first is recommended. Please note: This workshop takes place indoors. Depending on finish choice, students may need to come back outside of the 5 weeks for one or 2 visits to add coats of finish. We’ll work with your schedule… we’re flexible! For more information visit: sandiegocraft.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Since the pandemic, chronic absenteeism in the nation's K-12 schools has skyrocketed. These teens are working to get their attendance back on track.

McDonald’s is partnering with SoCal native and founder of the famous game Millennial Lotería, Mike Alfaro, to design a special McDonald’s edition of the iconic game “lotería.” The games will be provided exclusively to restaurants during game night events throughout October in select locations across San Diego, LA, OC, Riverside and Ventura counties. Thursday, Oct. 12, McDonald’s will be hosting a special game night from 6-8 p.m. in National City at 2140 E Plaza Blvd. Customers and fans will play McDonald’s Lotería and have a chance to win special prizes.

Attention fellow futurists, intrepid inventors, time-travelers and soothsayers, the Mothership is taking flight once again! This sci-fi micro-fiction event is inspired by sci-fi magazine editor George Hay. In the 1970s, Hay asked authors—including Arthur C. Clarke, the namesake of UC San Diego’s Clarke Center—to submit short stories that would fit on a postcard. Likewise, Short Tales from the Mothership invites participants to submit short stories inspired by UC San Diego’s iconic Geisel Library, designed by the much-admired architect William Pereira. To participate, send a sci-fi, fantasy or horror story with 250 words or fewer to Scott Paulson (spaulson@ucsd.edu) by Nov.1, 2023. At the Nov. 8 event, you will have the opportunity to read your entry or have your work read aloud for you. If you enjoy creative writing or hearing original short stories, you won’t want to miss this sci-fi micro-fiction event.

Join this free webinar to learn about all the benefits of rain barrels and best practices for rainwater collection. This webinar is designed for City of San Diego residents and will be detailing rebates and discount programs from the City of San Diego, how to harvest rainwater in your household, and the best way to use your new rain barrel! In this webinar we will cover: The purpose and environmental benefits of rain barrels and rain harvesting Downspouts and connection to rain barrels Rain chains in connection with the rain barrels Demonstration of installing a rain barrel Maintenance of the rain barrel How to empty the rainwater from the barrel during the rainy season for capacity Rebates & discounts for City of San Diego residents Solana Center for Environmental Innovation on Facebook / Instagram

From California to North Carolina, students staged chants and walkouts over the weekend in protest of Israel's ongoing military offensive in Gaza.

“Robin Hood” is a timeless tale of heroism, justice, and adventure. Under the guidance of experienced theater professionals from Missoula Children’s Theatre, camp participants will come together to bring this beloved story to life. Throughout the camp, children will receive professional training in acting, singing, dancing, and stagecraft. They will learn valuable skills, build confidence, and develop a deep appreciation for the performing arts. Working collaboratively as a team, they will audition, rehearse, create, and refine their roles, all while building lasting friendships and memories. As the curtains rise on the grand finale, the audience will be transported to the enchanting Sherwood Forest, where Robin Hood and his merry band of outlaws fight for justice against the tyrannical Sheriff of Nottingham. From the spirited adventures of the famous archer to the lively characters who inhabit this medieval world, the production will be a delight for audiences of all ages. With colorful costumes, imaginative set designs, and a lively musical score, the stage will come alive with the magic of theater. This camp and production serve as a reminder of the transformative power of the performing arts in shaping young minds and nurturing their artistic abilities. The Missoula Children’s Theatre Performing Arts Camp is a platform for self-expression, personal growth, and the cultivation of a lifelong passion for the arts. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

Despite the guilty verdict, Trump remains the Republican nominee for president. Here's how the conviction is already playing out for the campaign.